2016 VOLVO S60 automatic transmission

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All Wheel Drive (AWD)
Your Volvo can be equipped with permanent All Wheel Drive, which means that power isdistributed automatically between the frontand rear wheels.
Under normal driving conditions, most of the engine's power is directed to the frontwheels. However, if there is any tendency forthe front wheels to spin, an electronicallycontrolled coupling distributes power to thewheels that have the best traction.
NOTE
The message AWD disabled Service
required will be appear in the information
display if an electrical fault should occur in the AWD system. A warning light will alsoilluminate in the instrument panel. If thisoccurs, have the system checked by atrained and qualified Volvo service techni-cian.
Related information
• Transmission – general information (p. 250)
Brakes – general
The brake system is a hydraulic system con- sisting of two separate brake circuits. If aproblem should occur in one of these circuits,it is still possible to stop the vehicle with theother brake circuit. If the brake pedal must be depressed farther than normal and requires greater foot pres-sure, the stopping distance will be longer. A warning light in the instrument panel will light up to warn the driver that a fault hasoccurred. If this light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately and check the brake fluidlevel in the reservoir.
NOTE
Press the brake pedal hard and maintain pressure on the pedal – do not pump thebrakes.
WARNING
If the fluid level is below the
MIN mark in
the reservoir or if a brake system message is shown in the information display: DO
NOT DRIVE . Have the vehicle towed to a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-cian and have the brake system inspected.

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Towing a trailer
When towing a trailer, always observe the legal requirements of the state/province.
NOTE
For the maximum trailer and tongue weights recommended by Volvo, seeWeights (p. 368).
•All Volvo models are equipped with energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-ers. Trailer hitch installation should notinterfere with the proper operation of thisbumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any particular problems, but take into considera-tion: • Increase tire pressure to recommended full pressure, see Tire inflation – pressuretable (p. 297).
• When your vehicle is new, avoid towingheavy trailers during the first 620 miles(1,000 km).
• Maximum speed when towing a trailer:50 mph (80 km/h).
• Engine and transmission are subject toincreased loads. Therefore, engine cool-ant temperature should be closelywatched when driving in hot climates orhilly terrain. Use a lower gear and turn offthe air conditioner if the temperaturegauge needle enters the red range. •
If the automatic transmission begins tooverheat, a message will be displayed inthe text window.
• Avoid overload and other abusive opera-tion.
• Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-ity, and economy.
• It is necessary to balance trailer brakeswith the towing vehicle brakes to providea safe stop (check and observe state/local regulations).
• Do not connect the trailer's brake systemdirectly to the vehicle's brake system.
• More frequent vehicle maintenance isrequired.
• Remove the ball holder when the hitch isnot being used.
NOTE
• When parking the vehicle with a trailer on a hill, apply the parking brakebefore putting the gear selector in
P.
Always follow the trailer manufactur-er's recommendations for wheelchocking.
• When starting on a hill, put the gearselector in
D before releasing the park-
ing brake.
• If you use the manual (Geartronic) shiftpositions while towing a trailer, makesure the gear you select does not puttoo much strain on the engine (usingtoo high a gear).
• The drawbar assembly/trailer hitchmay be rated for trailers heavier thanthe vehicle is designed to tow. Pleaseadhere to Volvo's recommended trailerweights.
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclinesof more than 15%.

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A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 264
Accessory installation warning.................. 23
Active chassis system............................. 162
Active high beams..................................... 84Active yaw control........................... 162, 163
Adaptive brake lights............................... 265
Adaptive cruise control.................... 172, 173Airbags disconnecting the front passenger’s
side....................................................... 36
front...................................................... 33
inflatable curtain................................... 41
side impact........................................... 39
Air conditioning................................ 124, 125
Air distribution.................................. 121, 126
Air distribution table................................. 128
Air vents................................................... 121
Alarm................................ 157, 158, 159, 160
All Wheel Drive......................................... 262
Ambient temperature sensor..................... 71
Anti-freeze....................................... 272, 327Anti-lock brake system warning light......................................... 67
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 264 Approach lighting.............................. 91, 142
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 98
Automatic locking retractor....................... 47Automatic transmission
Eco (driving function).......................... 260
Geartronic........................................... 252
general description..................... 250, 252
oil........................................................ 373
shiftlock override................................ 254
Axle weight.............................................. 298
B
Battery maintenance............................... 342, 343
remote key, replacing......................... 147
replacing............................................. 343
specifications...................................... 375
start/stop............................................ 375
warning symbols................................. 341
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 238 Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)..................... 240
Booster cushions....................................... 54
Brake lights.............................................. 265Brake system ABS..................................................... 264
Brake pad inspection.......................... 263 checking fluid level............................. 328
emergency brake assistance.............. 265
fluid..................................................... 373
general information............................. 262
Bulbs headlights........... 330, 331, 332, 333, 334
introduction......................................... 330
license plate lights.............................. 336
specifications...................................... 337
taillight................................................ 335
trunk lighting....................................... 337
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 234
Capacity weight....................................... 298
Catalytic converter................................... 277
Central locking system, introduction 139, 140, 143, 146
Chains...................................................... 301
Check Engine warning light....................... 67Child restraints recalls and registration......................... 47
Child restraint systems.............................. 47 booster cushions.................................. 54
convertible seats.................................. 51
infant seats........................................... 49

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Start/Stop........... 255, 256, 257, 258, 259
starting................................................ 245
switching off............................... 247, 248
Engine compartment overview................ 324
Engine Drag Control (EDC)...................... 163
Engine oil................................................. 371 checking............................................. 325
low pressure warning light.................... 68
volumes.............................................. 372
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 247
Environment............................................... 22
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 318 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 310
Floor mats cleaning.............................................. 359
placing correctly................................. 245
Fluid specifications.......................... 373, 374
Fog lights................................................... 67 rear........................................................ 87
Four C (active chassis system)................ 162
Front airbags.............................................. 33 disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 36 Front park assist.............................. 225, 233
Front seats................................................. 74
heated................................................. 123
Fuel filler cap........................................... 276
Fuel filler door, opening................... 275, 276
Fuel level warning light.............................. 67
Fuel requirements............................ 273, 274
Fuel tank volume..................................... 374
Fuses....................................... 345, 346, 353
G
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System........................................ 102, 103
Gasoline requirements............................. 274
Gas tank volume...................................... 374
Gauges...................................................... 62
Geartronic................................................ 252
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 252
Generator warning light............................. 69
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 299
Grocery bag holder.................................. 137
Gross vehicle weight............................... 298
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 88 Headlights Active Bending Lights........................... 85
active high beams................................. 84
changing bulbs........... 331, 332, 333, 334
daytime running lights.......................... 82
high/low beams.................................... 83
high beam flash.................................... 83
tunnel detection.................................... 85
Headlight washers..................................... 93
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 78
Heated front seats................................... 123
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 277
Heated rear seats.................................... 123
Heated steering wheel............................... 82
Heated windshield............................. 98, 125
High beams................................................ 83 active.................................................... 84
Hill Start Assist (HSA).............................. 250
Hoisting the vehicle................................. 320 HomeLink ®
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System............................................. 102, 103
Home safe lighting..................................... 91
Hood, opening/closing............................ 323