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WARNING
People with implanted pacemakers should not allow the pacemaker to come closerthan 9 inches (22 cm) to any of the keylessdrive system's antennas. This is to helpprevent interference between the pace-maker and the keyless drive system.
Related information
• Keyless drive*– locking/unlocking (p. 148)
Locking/unlocking – from the outside
The remote key (p. 139) is used to lock/unlock all of the doors and the trunk at the sametime. Different settings for unlocking the vehi-cle can be selected, see Remote key – func-tions (p. 142). Before the vehicle can be locked from the outside with the remote key, the driver's doormust be closed. If the trunk or any other dooris open, it will be locked and the alarm will bearmed.
NOTE
Be sure the remote key is outside of the vehicle before the other doors/trunk areclosed to help avoid locking the remoteinside the vehicle.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional keyless drive system, all doors/trunk must beclosed before the vehicle can be locked. The first press on the unlock button unlocks the driver's door and a second press unlocksthe other doors and the trunk (see alsoremote key and key blade (p. 139)). This set-ting can be changed in the menu system. SeeMY CAR
(p. 70) for a description.
If the locks repeatedly do not react when theunlock button is pressed, it may be necessaryto replace the battery in the remote, seeRemote key – replacing the battery (p. 146). In this case the vehicle can be unlocked withthe detachable key blade (p. 145).
Related information
•
Locking/unlocking – from inside (p. 153)
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Opening the trunk from the inside (U.S. models only)
The vehicle is equipped with a florescent han- dle on the inside of the trunk lid, which canbe used in an emergency situation to openthe trunk from the inside. Pull the handledown to release the trunk lid. After use, thehandle must be pushed back into its originalposition before the trunk can be closed. This handle is not intended to be used to anchor the trunk lid when long loads arebeing transported.
WARNING
•Keep vehicle doors and trunk locked and keep keys out of a child’s reach.Unsupervised children could lockthemselves in an open trunk and riskinjury. Children should be taught not toplay in vehicles.
• On hot days, the temperature in thetrunk or vehicle interior can rise veryquickly. Exposure of people to thesehigh temperatures for even a shortperiod of time can cause heat-relatedinjury or death. Small children are par-ticularly at risk.
Related information
•
Locking/unlocking – from inside (p. 153)
• Locking/unlocking – from the outside (p. 152)
Alarm – general information
The alarm system provides a warning if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle. The alarm is automatically armed (p. 158) whenever the vehicle is locked with theremote key. When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the vehicle. The follow-ing conditions will trigger the alarm:
• The hood is forced open.
• The trunk is forced open
• A door is forced open.
• The ignition slot is tampered with.
• An attempt is made to start the vehicle with a non-approved key (a key notcoded to the car's ignition).
• The battery is disconnected (while thealarm is armed).
• The siren is disconnected when the alarmis disarmed.
A message will appear in the information dis- play if a fault should occur in the alarm sys-tem. Contact a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.
NOTE
Do not attempt to repair any of the compo- nents in the alarm system yourself. Thiscould affect the insurance policy on thevehicle.
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Related information
•Alarm – turning off (p. 159)
• Alarm signal (p. 159)
• Alarm indicator (p. 158)
Alarm indicator
The status of the alarm system is indicated by the red indicator light on the dashboard (seeillustration):
•Indicator light off: the alarm is not armed (p. 158)
• The indicator light flashes at one-secondintervals: the alarm is armed
• The indicator light flashes rapidly beforethe remote key is inserted in the ignitionslot and the ignition is put in mode
I: the
alarm has been triggered.
Related information
• Alarm – general information (p. 157)
• Alarm – turning off (p. 159)
• Alarm signal (p. 159)
Alarm – arming/disarming
The alarm system provides a warning if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
Arming the alarm–Press the Lock button on the remote key. One long flash of the turn signals will con-firm that the alarm (p. 157) is armed.
Alarm confirmation settings can be changed in MY CAR , under
Car settingsLock
settings
Keyless entry. For a description
of the menu system, see My Car – introduc- tion (p. 70).
USA FCC ID: MAYDA 5823(3) This device complies with part 15 of the FCCrules. Operation is subject to the followingconditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference received, includinginterference that may cause undesired opera-tion. Canada IC: 4405A-DA 5823(3) This device is subject to the following condi- tions: (1) this device may not cause interfer-ence, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference, including interference that maycause undesired operation of the device.
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Disarming the alarm–Press the Unlock button on the remote key.
> Two short flashes from the car's direc-tion indicators confirm that the alarm has been deactivated and that alldoors are unlocked.
Related information
• Alarm indicator (p. 158)
• Alarm signal (p. 159)
• Alarm – turning off (p. 159)
• Alarm-related functions (p. 160)
Alarm signal
An audible (p. 157) signal is given by a battery powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for30 seconds. The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals for approximately 5 minutes oruntil the alarm is turned off.
Related information
•Alarm indicator (p. 158)
• Alarm – arming/disarming (p. 158)
• Alarm – turning off (p. 159)
Alarm – turning off
The alarm system provides a warning if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle. If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the Unlock button on the remote keyor by inserting the remote key in the ignitionslot. Two short flashes from the car's turn sig-nals confirm that the alarm has been turnedoff.
Related information
• Alarm indicator (p. 158)
• Alarm – arming/disarming (p. 158)
• Remote key – replacing the battery (p. 146)
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Active chassis* (Four C)
Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates thecharacteristics of the shock absorbers so thatthe vehicle's driving characteristics can beadjusted. There are three settings: Comfort,Sport and Advanced.
Operation
Chassis settings
Use the buttons in the center console to change setting. The setting in use when theengine is switched off is activated the nexttime the engine is started.
ComfortComfort mode offers a somewhat softer ride and the transmission shifts gears at lowerrpm. This mode is particularly suitable forlong-distance highway driving. The indicatorlight in the button will be on when this modeis selected.
SportIn this mode, the vehicle's body sway is reduced during cornering and steeringresponse is more immediate. The transmis-sion shifts up at higher rpm for sportier driv-ing. The indicator light in the button will be onto indicate that Sport mode has beenselected.
AdvancedIn this mode, body sway in curves is minimal and steering response is very direct. Gearshifting is done at high rpm in each gear fordynamic and active driving.
Related information
• Adjustable steering force* (p. 167)
Stability system – introduction
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system consists of a number of functions designed tohelp reduce wheel spin, counteract skiddingand to generally help improve directional sta-bility.
A pulsating sound will be audiblewhen the system is actively operat-ing and is normal. Acceleration willalso be slightly slower than normal.
WARNING
ESC is a supplementary aid and cannot deal with all situations or road conditions. The driver is always responsible for oper- ating the vehicle in a safe manner inaccordance with current traffic regulations.
ESC consists of the following functions:
• Traction control
• Spin control
• Active Yaw Control
• Engine Drag Control
• Corner Traction Control
Traction Control (TC)This function is designed to help reduce wheel spin at low speeds by transferringpower from a drive wheel that begins to losetraction to the wheel on the opposite side ofthe vehicle (on the same axle).
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SymbolMessageDescription
Flashing symbol.ESC is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid.
Steady glow.Sport mode has been activated.
Please note that ESC is not deactivated at this time but its functionality is reduced.
WARNING
The stability system is intended to help improve driving safety. It supplements, butcan never replace, the driver's judgmentand responsibility when operating the vehi-cle. Speed and driving style should alwaysbe adapted to traffic and road conditions.
Related information
• Stability system – introduction (p. 162)
• Stability system – operation (p. 163)
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Adjustable steering force*
Steering force increases with the speed of the vehicle to give the driver enhanced sense ofcontrol and stability. At low speed the vehicleis easy to steer in order to facilitate parking,etc.
Adjustable steering force*Steering force can be changed under MY
CAR
Car settingsSteering wheel
force
. Select Low, Medium or High. For a
description of the menu system, My Car – introduction (p. 70).
NOTE
This steering force level menu function cannot be accessed when the vehicle is inmotion.
NOTE
In certain situations, the power steering may become too warm and will have to betemporarily cooled down. While this ishappening, the power steering effect willbe reduced slightly and somewhat moreeffort may be required to turn the steeringwheel. If this occurs, a message will be displayed in the instrument panel.
Related information
• Active chassis* (Four C) (p. 162)
Road Sign Information (RSI)* – introduction
RSI is a feature that helps the driver see road signs with the posted speed limit.
Introduction
Examples of readable road signs If the vehicle passes a sign showing the speed limit, this will be displayed in the centerconsole.
WARNING
RSI does not function in all situations and is only intended to provide supplementaryinformation. The driver is always responsible for oper- ating the vehicle safely.
Related information
•Road Sign Information (RSI) – operation (p. 168)
• Road Sign Information (RSI) – limitations(p. 168)
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Toggling between ACC and CC (standard Cruise Control)
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) helps the driver maintain a safe distance/time interval tothe vehicle ahead.
Switching from ACC to CCThis may be useful if, for example, the radarsensor is obstructed in some way. SeeAdaptive Cruise Control – limitations (p. 181)for additional information.
• Press and hold the
button; the symbol
in the instrument panel will switch from
to .
> This activates the standard cruise control function (see Cruise control (CC) – intro- duction (p. 169)).
WARNING
Switching from ACC to CC means that:
• Your vehicle will
no longer automati-
cally maintain a set distance to a vehi- cle ahead.
• Only the set speed will be maintainedand the driver will have to apply thebrakes when needed.
Switching from CC to ACC
Switch off cruise control by pressing once
or twice as needed according to the instruc- tions in the previous section "Turning ACC off completely." The next time the system isswitched on, ACC will be reactivated.
Related information
•
Adaptive Cruise Control – introduction (p. 172)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – function(p. 173)
Cruise control (CC) – deactivating
Cruise control is designed to assist the driver by maintaining a set speed. It is primarilyintended for use on long straight roads insteady traffic, such as on highways and othermain roads.
Automatic deactivationThe cruise control is automatically deacti-vated
temporarily if one of the following
occurs: • If the speed drops below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
• When the brake pedal is depressed.
• If the gear selector is moved to positionN
.
• During wheel spin or wheel lock-up.
• If the vehicle's speed is increased byusing the accelerator pedal for more than1 minute.
• Engine speed (rpm) is too high or too low.
The currently set speed will be saved in the system's memory.
Temporary deactivationThe driver can temporarily deactivate thecruise control by pressing 0. The saved
speed is shown in brackets in the informationdisplay.