03 Instruments and controls
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NOTE
•The rear fog lights are considerably brighter than the normal taillights andshould be used only when conditionssuch as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dustreduce visibility for other vehicles toless than 500 ft. (150 meters).
• Condensation may form temporarily onthe inside of the lenses of exteriorlights such as headlights, fog lights, ortaillights. This is normal and the lightsare designed to withstand moisture.Normally, condensation will dissipateafter the lights have been on for ashort time.
Related information
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Lighting panel (p. 76)
Hazard warning flashers
The hazard warning flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffichazard. When the function is activated, both turn sig- nal indicators in the instrument panel willflash.
–To activate the flashers, press the button in the center dash. Press the button againto turn off the flashers.
NOTE
•Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary,depending on where you live.
• The hazard warning flashers will beactivated automatically if an airbagdeploys.
Related information
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Turn signals (p. 81)
Turn signals
The turn signals are controlled by the left steering wheel lever.
When changing lanes
The driver can automatically flash the turn
signals 3 times by moving the turn signal lever up or down to the first position andreleasing it.
When turning
Move the lever as far up or down as pos-
sible to start the turn signals. The turn signals will be cancelled automatically by the move-ment of the steering wheel, or the lever canbe returned to its initial position by hand.
NOTE
• This automatic flashing sequence can be interrupted by immediately movingthe lever in the opposite direction.
• If the turn signal indicator flashesfaster than normal, check for aburned-out turn signal bulb.
Related information
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Hazard warning flashers (p. 81)
10 Maintenance and servicing
10
290* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Bulbs – introduction
Certain bulbs can be replaced by the vehicle's owner. However, the bulbs on the followinglist should only be replaced by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.
NOTE
• For information regarding any bulbs not mentioned in this section, pleasecontact your Volvo retailer or a trainedand authorized Volvo service techni-cian.
• Always switch off the ignition beforestarting to replace a bulb.
• If an error message remains in the dis-play after a faulty bulb has beenreplaced, contact an authorized Volvoworkshop.
• Condensation may form temporarily onthe inside of the lenses of exteriorlights such as headlights, fog lights, ortaillights. This is normal and the lightsare designed to withstand moisture.Normally, condensation will dissipateafter the lights have been on for ashort time.
• The optional Active Bending Lightbulbs contain trace amounts of mer-cury. These bulbs should always bedisposed of by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician.
CAUTION
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingersvaporize in the heat and will leave adeposit on the reflector, which will damageit.
WARNING
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The engine should not be running when changing bulbs.
• If the engine has been running justprior to replacing bulbs in the head-light housing, please keep in mind thatcomponents in the engine compart-ment will be hot.
WARNING
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Active Bending Lights* – due to the high voltage used by these headlights,these bulbs should only be replacedby a trained and qualified Volvo serv-ice technician.
• Turn off the lights and remove theremote key from the ignition beforechanging any bulbs.
Related information
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Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 290)
• Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting (p. 293)
• Bulbs – license plate lighting (p. 292)
Bulbs – headlight housing
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out when replacing all front bulbs.
Removing the headlight housingPull out the headlight housing's locking pins.
CAUTION
When disconnecting the connector, pull on the connector itself and not on the wiring.
Unplug the wiring connector by holding down the clip with your thumb.
Pull the connector out with the other hand.
5. Lift out the headlight housing and place it on a soft surface to avoid scratching thelens.
6. Replace the defective bulb(s).
Related information
• Bulbs – introduction (p. 290)
• Bulbs – cover (p. 291)
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 293)
12 Index
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334
Engine oil................................................. 323checking............................................. 286
low pressure warning light.................... 64
volumes.............................................. 323
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 213
Environment............................................... 22
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Federal Clean Air Act............................... 281 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 273
Floor mats cleaning.............................................. 311
placing correctly................................. 211
Fluid specifications.......................... 324, 325
Fog lights................................................... 63 rear........................................................ 80
Four C (active chassis system)................ 141
Front airbags.............................................. 32 disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 36
Front park assist.............................. 198, 201
Front seats................................................. 70 heated................................................. 110
Fuel filler cap........................................... 242
Fuel filler door, opening................... 241, 242 Fuel level warning light.............................. 63
Fuel requirements............................ 239, 240
Fuel tank volume..................................... 325
Fuses............................................... 299, 305
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Garage door opener
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Wireless Control
System............................................ 91, 92
Gasoline requirements............................. 240
Gas tank volume...................................... 325
Gauges...................................................... 58
Geartronic................................................ 218
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 218
Generator warning light............................. 65
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 262
Grocery bag holder.................................. 122
Gross vehicle weight............................... 261
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Hazard warning flashers............................ 81 Headlights Active Bending Lights........................... 79
active high beams................................. 77
changing bulbs................... 290, 291, 292
daytime running lights.......................... 76
high/low beams.................................... 77
high beam flash.................................... 77
tunnel detection.................................... 78
Headlight washers..................................... 85
Heated front seats................................... 110
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 242
Heated rear seats.................................... 110
Heated steering wheel............................... 75
Heated windshield............................. 89, 112
High beams................................................ 77 active.................................................... 77
Hill Start Assist (HSA).............................. 216
Hoisting the vehicle................................. 282 HomeLink ®
Wireless Control System.. 91, 92
Home safe lighting..................................... 83
Hood, opening/closing............................ 285
Horn........................................................... 75