2015 VOLVO XC70 tailgate

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CAUTION
Be sure that there is adequate space above and behind the vehicle before open-ing the tailgate automatically. The vehicle should not be driven or moved with the tailgate in the open position. How-ever, if the vehicle is moved with the tail-gate in the open position, the automaticclosing function will be inoperative untilone of the following occurs:• The tailgate is closed manually
• The ignition is switched off and the key is removed for approximately 10minutes (the tailgate will function againafter restart).
NOTE
If the tailgate has been opened and closed continuously too long, the automatic func-tion will be deactivated to avoid overload-ing the electrical system. The automaticfunction can be used again after approxi-mately 2 minutes. If the vehicle's battery has been dis- charged or disconnected, the tailgate mustbe opened and closed once manually toreset the system.
Programming the tailgate opening angle
The tailgate's maximum opening angle can be programmed, which can be useful, forexample, if the tailgate has to be opened in agarage with a low ceiling. To do so:
• Open the tailgate manually, hold it at the desired maximum opening angle andpress the tailgate's closing button for atleast 3 seconds. When the tailgate isreleased, programming is complete.
• To remove this programming, open thetailgate manually to a higher openingangle.
Automatic closingThe power tailgate can be closed by pressing the
button on the tailgate (see the
illustration) or by pressing it down.
NOTE
If the tailgate is pressed down e.g., by the weight of snow or strong wind, it will closeautomatically.
WARNING
Be sure that no one is near the tailgate when it is opened or closed automatically.The tailgate should never be obstructed inany way when it is operated.
Interrupting automatic opening/closingAutomatic opening or closing the tailgate can be interrupted in four ways:
• By pressing the
button on the
lighting panel.
• By pressing the
button on the
remote key.
• By pressing the button on the lower edge of the tailgate.
• By pressing the rubber-covered buttonunder the outer handle on the tailgate.
If one of these actions is taken, the tailgate will stop moving.
Pinch protectionIf the tailgate is obstructed while it is being operated, the pinch protection function isactivated.
• If the tailgate is being
opened, the electri-
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tailgate will be released from the electrical system.
• If the tailgate is being
closed, it will stop
and move slightly in the opposite direc-tion.
Operating the tailgate manuallyThe power tailgate can be disconnected from the vehicle’s electrical system by quickly pull-ing the outer handle twice. The tailgate canthen be opened/closed manually.
Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests can be folded down for additional loading space, see page 95.
Load anchoring eyelets
The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., tohelp anchor items in the cargo area.
WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants.Secure the load to help prevent shift-ing during sudden stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retainingstraps.
• Always secure the load to help preventit from moving in the event of suddenstops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the park-ing brake and put the gear selector inP
when loading and unloading the
vehicle.
Cargo area floor rails and hooks
Load secured in upper and lower hooks The floor of the cargo compartment has rails on opposite sides of the vehicle equippedwith hooks for anchoring loads with straps,nets, etc.
Cleaning the railsDirt or other small objects that collect in therails can make moving, locking, unlocking,and removing the hooks more difficult.Objects can be removed from the rails with avacuum cleaner, and the rails can be cleanedwith a moist cloth.

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Moving the load anchoring hooks
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To move a hook, fold it down in the direc- tion in which its opening points.
Press the hook down lightly and move it to the desired position.
Fold up the hook. It will lock in place.
NOTE
There should be at least 2 in. (50 cm) between the hooks in the rail.
WARNING
Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P when
loading and unloading the vehicle.
Removing a hook
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The load-securing hooks can easily be removed, for example, to clean the rail.
To remove a hook, fold it down in the direction in which its opening points.
Press the hook down lightly and move the it to an opening in the rail.
Pull the hook straight up.
Replace a hook in the rail in the reverse order.
NOTE
In order to return a removed hook into a rail, it must be pressed down lightly.
Reinserting a hook
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Upper illustration: hooks correctly installed, Lower illustration: hooks incorrectly installed
It is important to insert the hooks correctly in the rails. The hooks' openings should pointaway from each other.
• The opening on the hook closest to the rear seat backrest should point towardthe backrest.
• The opening on the hook closest to thetailgate should point toward the tailgate.
WARNING
The hooks must be installed correctly in the rail. Incorrectly installed hooks will befolded down by the strap, allowing them tomove. The load will then no longer besecurely anchored.

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With the wipers in the service position, fold out the wiper arm from the wind-shield. Press the button on the wiperblade attachment and pull the wiperblade straight out, parallel with the wiperarm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks into place.
Check that the blade is securely in place.4. Press the wipers back against the wind-
shield.
To return the wipers from the service position to the normal position, fold the wipers backagainst the windshield and press the START/
STOP ENGINE button briefly to put the igni-
tion in mode I (or start the engine).
CleaningKeeping the windshield and wiper bladesclean helps improve visibility and prolongsthe service life of the wiper blades. Clean thewiper blades with a stiff-bristle brush andlukewarm soap solution or car washing deter-gent.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
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1. Fold the wiper arm outward. 2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at
the arrow).
3. Pull out the blade to release it from the wiper arm.
4. Press the new wiper blade into place and check that it seats securely.
5. Fold the wiper arm back toward the tail- gate window.
Filling washer fluid
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Location of the washer fluid reservoir
The windshield and headlight washers share a common reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Dur-ing cold weather, the reservoir should be

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PosFunctionA
Keyless drive*20
Power driver's seat*20
Power front passenger's seat*20
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Infotainment system control module5
Infotainment system: ampli- fier, SiriusXM ™ satellite radio*10
Infotainment system15
Bluetooth hands-free system5
Rear Seat Entertainment sys- tem (RSE)*7.5
Power moonroof* Courtesy lighting, climate sys- tem sensor5
12-volt sockets in tunnel con- sole15
Heated rear seat* (passeng- er's side)15
PosFunctionA
Heated rear seat* (driver's side)15
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Heated front passenger's seat*15
Heated driver's seat*15
Park assist*, trailer hitch con- trol module*, park assist cam-era*5
All Wheel Drive* control mod- ule15
Active chassis system*10
Positions: fusebox B
PosFunctionA
Tailgate wiper15
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Front courtesy lighting, driv- er's door power window con-trols, power seat(s)*, Home- LInk ®
Wireless Control Sys-
tem*7.5
PosFunctionA
Instrument panel5
Adaptive cruise control/colli- sion warning*10
Courtesy lighting, rain sensor*7.5
Steering wheel module7.5
Cental locking: fuel filler door10
Tailgate window washer15
Windshield washers15
Tailgate unlock10
Electrical folding rear seat outboard head restraints*10
Fuel pump20
Climate system control panel5
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Alarm, On-board diagnostic system5
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Cargo area
Located behind the upholstery on the left side of the cargo area
Positions
PosFunctionA
Electric parking brake (left side)30
Electric parking brake (right side)30
Heated rear window30
Trailer socket 2*15
Power tailgate*20
PosFunctionA
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PosFunctionA
Trailer socket 1*40
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Inspection readiness................................ 342
Instrument lighting................................... 102"theater" lighting................................. 102
Instrument overview............................ 78, 79
Instrument panel................................ 79, 207
Integrated two-stage booster cushion...... 51
Interior Air Quality System....................... 216
Interior lighting................................. 104, 105iPod ® connector (audio system)............. 264
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 48
J
Jack attaching............................................. 331
location of........................................... 331
Jump starting........................................... 125
K
Key blade................................. 58, 64, 67, 68 private locking...................................... 67
Keyless drive general description............................... 68
starting the vehicle............................. 122
L
Labels list of................................................... 383
location of........................................... 382
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)............... 190
LATCH anchors......................................... 48
Leather care............................................. 376
Lighting panel............................................ 99
Load anchoring eyelets........................... 295Loading floor rails............................................. 295
hooks for securing loads............ 295, 296
Loading the vehicle.......................... 293, 320 roof loads............................................ 297
Locking...................................................... 71 tailgate.................................................. 72 Locking the vehicle.................................... 61
Locks, child safety..................................... 54
Low beams.............................................. 100
Low oil pressure warning light................... 83
M
Main instrument panel............................. 207
Maintenance............................................ 340
hoisting the vehicle............................. 342
performed by the owner..................... 341
Malfunction indicator light......................... 82
Media player (infotainment system)......... 259
Menu........................................................ 209
Messages in the instrument panel........... 207Mirrors defroster............................................. 113
power door......................................... 112
rearview, auto-dim function................ 113
retractable........................................... 112
vanity.................................................. 235
Moonroof................................................. 117

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Motor oil
checking............................................. 346
volumes.............................................. 389
MY CAR................................................... 209
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 300
O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 26, 27
Octane recommendations....................... 289
Odometer, trip........................................... 86Oil checking............................................. 346
volumes.............................................. 389
Oil quality................................................. 388
OK button................................................ 207
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 394
Outside temperature sensor...................... 85
Overhead courtesy lighting.............. 104, 105 Overheating, engine................................... 84
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 292
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 377
Park assist....................................... 193, 195
Park Assist Camera................................. 197Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 144
warning light......................................... 83
Parking lights........................................... 103
Pedestrian detection................................ 178Personal Car Communicator, unique
functions.................................................... 62
Polishing.................................................. 375Power front seat memory function................................... 91
with keyless drive................................. 92
Power meter............................................ 132
Power mirrors.......................................... 112 defroster............................................. 113
Power moonroof...................................... 117 Power steering
adjustable........................................... 232
fluid..................................................... 349
Power steering fluid................................. 389
Power tailgate.......................................... 293
Power windows....................................... 110 laminated glass................................... 111
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 20
Private locking........................................... 67
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.. 125, 361, 390
R
Radio SiriusXM ™ satellite radio.................... 254
Radio functions........................................ 250 HD digital radio................................... 252
Rails, floor................................................ 295
Rain sensor.............................................. 107
Rear fog lights.......................................... 103
Rear park assist............................... 193, 195
Rear seat head restraints........................... 94