2015 VOLVO XC70 battery

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WARNING
•Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Donot allow battery fluid to contact eyes,skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. Ifcontact occurs, flush the affected areaimmediately with water. Obtain medi-cal help immediately if eyes are affec-ted.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it becomes discharged repeatedly.
Maintenance
•
Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The levelshould never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level should be checked if thebattery has been recharged.
• After inspection, be sure the cap overeach battery cell or the cover is securelyin place.
• Check that the battery cables are cor-rectly connected and properly tightened. •
Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running, or when the key is inthe ignition. This could damage the vehi-cle's electrical system.
• The battery should be disconnected fromthe vehicle when a battery charger isused directly on the battery.
• To help keep the battery in good condi-tion, the vehicle should be driven for atleast 15 minutes a week or connected toa charger with an automatic chargingfunction.
• If the battery is fully discharged a numberof times, this may shorten its service life.Keeping the battery fully charged helpsprolong its service life.
• The service life of a battery is affected byfactors such as driving conditions and cli-mate. Extreme cold may also furtherdecrease the battery’s starting capacity.
• Because the battery’s starting capacitydecreases with time, it may be necessaryto recharge it if the vehicle is not drivenfor an extended period of time or if thevehicle is usually only driven short dis-tances.
CAUTION
•Always use distilled or deionized water (battery water).
• Never fill above the level mark in thecell.
Replacing

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WARNING
Connect and disconnect the positive and negative cables in the correct sequence.
RemovalSwitch off the ignition, remove the remote key from the ignition slot and wait at least5 minutes before disconnecting the battery sothat all information in the vehicle's electricalsystem can be stored in the control modules.
Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
Detach the black negative cable.
Detach the red positive cable
Detach the ventilation hose from the
battery
Loosen the screw holding the battery
clamp.
Move the battery to the side and lift it up.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead com-pounds, chemicals known to the state ofCalifornia to cause cancer and reproduc-tive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Installation1. Lower the battery into the battery box.
2. Move the battery inward and to the side until it reaches the rear edge of the box.
3. Tighten the clamp that secures the bat- tery.
4. Connect the ventilation hose. > Be sure that it is correctly connectedto the battery and the vent in the vehi- cle's body.
5. Connect the red positive cable.

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6. Connect the black negative cable.7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).
8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal).
9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips. (See Removal).

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PosFunctionA
Circuit breaker: fusebox A
under the glove compartment (see page 368)60
Circuit breaker: central elec- trical module in the cargoarea60
Climate system blower40
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Starter motor relay30
Internal diode50
Auxiliary battery70
Central electrical module: auxiliary battery referencevoltage, auxiliary batterycharging point15

10 Specifications
Specifications
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390* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Electrical system
General information
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead com-pounds, chemicals known to the state ofCalifornia to cause cancer and reproduc-tive harm. Wash hands after handling.
12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter- nator. Single pole system in which the chas-sis and engine block are used as conductors.The negative terminal is connected to thechassis.
MotorVoltage (V)Cold start capacity
CCA (Cold Cranking Amperes) (A)Reserve capacity (minutes)
Engines with Start/Stop*12760A135
All other engines12520–800100–160
A
AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries have to be used on models with Start/Stop
CAUTION
If the battery is replaced, replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity andreserve capacity as the original (see thedecal on the battery).

11 Index
11
396
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 235
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 142
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system............................. 232
Active high beams................................... 100Active yaw control................................... 152
Adaptive brake lights............................... 141
Adaptive cruise control.................... 158, 160 queue assist........................................ 163
Airbags disconnecting the front passenger’s
side................................................. 26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 220
Air distribution.......................................... 216
Air distribution table................................. 224
Air vents................................................... 217 All Wheel Drive......................................... 130
Ambient temperature sensor..................... 85
Anti-freeze....................................... 286, 348Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 83
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 142
Approach lighting.............................. 61, 106Audio system AUX/USB sockets............................... 264 Bluetooth ®
devices............................. 267
Bluetooth ®
hands-free system........... 269
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 267
getting started.................................... 241
HD digital radio................................... 252
introduction......................................... 240
media player....................................... 259
overview.............................................. 240
radio functions.................................... 250SiriusXM ™ satellite radio.................... 254
sound settings.................................... 245
steering wheel keypad........................ 241
voice control....................................... 278
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 113
Automatic locking retractor....................... 38 Automatic transmission
Eco (driving function).......................... 134
Geartronic........................................... 128
general description..................... 127, 128
oil........................................................ 389
shiftlock override................................ 130
Axle weight.............................................. 320
B
Battery maintenance....................................... 360
remote key, replacing........................... 65
replacing..................................... 360, 361
specifications...................................... 390
warning symbols................................. 359
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 200
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 269
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 51
Booster cushions....................................... 47
Brake lights.............................................. 141Brake system ABS..................................................... 142
Brake pad inspection.......................... 141
checking fluid level............................. 348

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Rear seatscenter head restraint............................. 93
folding................................................... 93
heated................................................. 219
Rearview mirror auto-dim function............................... 113
compass............................................. 115
Rear window defroster............................ 113
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 39
Refrigerant............................................... 389
Refueling.......................................... 288, 289 fuel filler cap....................................... 291
fuel filler door...................................... 290
fuel tank volume................................. 389
Registering child restraints........................ 39 Remote control private locking...................................... 67
Remote key................................................ 58 approach lighting.................................. 61
immobilizer........................................... 60
key blade.................................. 58, 64, 67
locking the vehicle................................ 61
Personal Car Communicator.......... 61, 62
replacing the battery............................. 65
unlocking the vehicle............................ 61 Remote key/PCC
common functions................................ 61
Reporting safety defects............................ 17
Roadside Assistance............................... 394
Road sign information (RSI)..................... 154
Roof loads............................................... 297
S
Safety, occupant........................................ 16
Safety defects, reporting........................... 17Seat belt reminder................................................ 19
Seat belts Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor......................... 38
buckling................................................ 18
maintenance......................................... 18
pretensioners........................................ 18
reminder................................................ 18
reminder warning light.......................... 84
securing child restraint systems 42,44, 47
unbuckling............................................ 18 use during pregnancy........................... 20
using..................................................... 18
Seats, front.......................................... 90, 91
Sensus..................................................... 206
Shiftlock....................................................... 9 override............................................... 130
Side door mirrors..................................... 112
Side impact airbags................................... 30
Side marker lights, changing bulbs......... 353
Sign information (RSI).............................. 154SiriusXM ™ satellite radio......................... 254
Snow chains............................................ 323
Snow tires................................................ 323
Spare tire................................................. 324
Spin control............................................. 152
SRS............................................................ 21
Stability system............................... 152, 153 indicator light........................................ 83
Start/Stop (engine function)..................... 137
Starting the engine.................................. 122 remote start........................................ 124
with keyless drive............................... 122
Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode).................... 35