
04 Climate
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.119
Climate – sensors
The climate system utilizes a number of sen- sors to help regulate the temperature andhumidity level in the passenger compartment.
Sensor location
• The sunlight sensor is located on the top side of the dashboard.
NOTE
The sunlight sensor monitors which side of the car that is most exposed to sunlight.This can mean that the temperature maydiffer between the right and left-side airvents, even if the temperatures set for bothsides of the passenger compartment arethe same.
•The temperature sensor for the passen- ger compartment is located below the cli-mate control panel.
• The outside (ambient) temperature sensoris located on the door mirror.
• The humidity sensor* is located in theinterior rearview mirror.
NOTE
Do not cover or block the sensors with clothing or other objects.
Related information
•
Climate – general information (p. 118)
Air quality
The passenger compartment has been designed to be pleasant and comfortable,even for people with asthma and contactallergies.
Passenger compartment filterReplace the cabin air filter with a new one atthe recommended intervals. Please refer toyour Warranty and Service Records Informa-tion booklet, or consult a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician for these intervals.The filter should be replaced more often whendriving under dirty and dusty conditions. Thefilter cannot be cleaned and therefore shouldalways be replaced with a new one.
NOTE
There are different types of cabin air filters. Ensure that the correct type is installed.
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)A multifilter helps reduce gases and particles in the incoming air, thereby reducing the lev-els of odors and contaminants entering thevehicle. The air quality sensor detectsincreased levels of contaminants in the out-side air. When the air quality sensor detectscontaminated outside air, the air intake closesand the air inside the passenger compart-ment is recirculated, i.e., no outside air entersthe vehicle. The filter also cleans recirculatedpassenger compartment air.
NOTE
Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air fil- ter replacement intervals.
Materials used in the cabinThe materials used in the cabin have been developed to help minimize the amount ofdust and make the cabin easier to keepclean. All floor mats can be easily removedfor cleaning. Use car cleaning products rec-ommended by Volvo. See also the informa-tion in Cleaning the interior (p. 347).
Related information
•Climate – general information (p. 118)
• Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)* (p. 120)
• Climate – menu settings (p. 120)

04 Climate
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120* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)*
The Air Quality System (IAQS) consists of a multifilter and an air quality sensor. The filterhelps remove gases and particles from theincoming air, thereby reducing the amounts ofodors and contaminants entering the vehicle. The air quality (p. 119) sensor detects increased levels of contaminants in the out-side air. When the air quality sensor detectscontaminated outside air, the air intake closesand the air inside the passenger compart-ment is recirculated, i.e., no outside air entersthe vehicle. The filter also cleans recirculatedpassenger compartment air. When theAUTO (p. 125) button is depressed the air
quality sensor is always engaged. Activate or deactivate this function in
Climate
settings
Interior air quality system.
NOTE
• The air quality sensor should always be engaged in order to obtain the bestair in the passenger compartment.
• Recirculation is limited in cold weatherto avoid fogging.
• If the insides of the windows start fog-ging, disengage the air quality sensor.Use the defroster function to increaseairflow to the front, side, and rear win-dows.
Related information
•
Climate – general information (p. 118)
• Max. defroster and electrically heated windshield* (p. 126)
Climate – menu settings
The default settings for four of the climate system's (p. 118) functions can be changed inthe menu system. • Blower speed (p. 124) in automatic mode (p. 125).
• Recirculation timer (p. 128) for passengercompartment air.
• Automatic rear window defrosting (p. 98).
• The optional Interior Air Quality Sys-tem (p. 120) (IAQS).
The functions can also be returned to factory settings in the menu system. See My Car – introduction (p. 70) for a description of the menu system.
Related information
• Electronic climate control (ECC) (p. 122)

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08 Starting and driving
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266* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
• Using the engine's optional Eco func- tion14
can help improve fuel economy. For
additional information, see ECO* (p. 248).
• Do not exceed posted speed limits.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the vehicle.
• Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tirepressure regularly (when tires are cold).
• Remove snow tires when threat of snowor ice has ended.
• Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,increase air resistance and also fuel con-sumption.
• At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-tion will be lower with the air conditioningon and the windows closed than with theair conditioning off and the windowsopen.
• Using the onboard trip computer's fuelconsumption modes can help you learnhow to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are: • Dirty air cleaner
• Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
• Dragging brakes
• Incorrect front end alignment Some of the above mentioned items and oth- ers are checked at the standard maintenanceintervals.
WARNING
Driving with the trunk open:
Driving with
the trunk open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases entering the passengercompartment. If the trunk must be keptopen for any reason, proceed as follows:
• Close the windows
• Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side win-dows and the blower control to itshighest setting.
Handling and roadholdingAt the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means thatthe steering wheel has to be turned morethan might seem appropriate for the curva-ture of a bend. This ensures good stabilityand reduces the risk of rear wheel skid.Remember that these properties can alterwith the vehicle load. The heavier the load inthe trunk, the less the tendency to under-steer. •
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling.Therefore, check that the tires are inflatedto the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. Loads should be dis-tributed so that capacity weight or maxi-mum permissible axle loads are notexceeded.
• At the specified curb weight your vehiclehas a tendency to understeer, whichmeans that the steering wheel has to beturned more than might seem appropriatefor the curvature of a bend. This ensuresgood stability and reduces the risk of rearwheel skid. Remember that these proper-ties can alter with the vehicle load. Theheavier the load in the trunk, the less thetendency to understeer.
Related information
• Climate – general information (p. 118)
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12 Index
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ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 54
top tether anchors................................ 56
Child safety................................................ 45 booster cushions.................................. 53
child restraint systems.......................... 47
convertible seats.................................. 51
infant seats........................................... 49
Child safety locks...................................... 57
City safety........................................ 189, 190
Climate system........................................ 126 air distribution..................... 121, 127, 129
air vents.............................................. 121
Interior Air Quality System.................. 119
introduction......................................... 118
passenger compartment filter............ 119
refrigerant........................................... 118
Clock, setting............................................. 72
Cold weather driving................................ 260
Collision warning system.. 196, 198, 201, 202, 204, 205
Compass in rearview mirror....................... 99
Connected service booking..................... 310
Conserving electrical current................... 259
Convertible seats....................................... 51
Coolant............................................ 316, 361
Cooling system, general information....... 259
Courtesy lighting........................................ 89 Crash event data....................................... 18
Crash mode......................................... 44, 45
Cruise control.................................. 168, 170
adaptive.............................................. 171
Curb weight............................................. 286
Current, conserving................................. 259
Cyclist detection.............................. 200, 204
D
Daytime running lights............................... 82
Defroster.................................................. 126
Detachable key blade...................... 145, 146Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 36
Distance Alert.......................................... 185
Dome lighting............................................. 89
Door mirrors......................................... 96, 97
Driver alert....................... 209, 210, 211, 212 Lane Departure Warning..... 214, 216, 217
Driver distraction warning.......................... 23
Driving economically................................ 265
Driving in cold weather............................ 260
Driving through water.............................. 258
E
ECC......................................... 123, 124, 125
Eco (driving function)............................... 248
Eco coast................................................. 248
Eco guide................................................... 65
Economical driving.................................. 265
Electrically heated steering wheel............. 82
Electrical sockets..................................... 134
Electric parking brake.............. 254, 255, 257
Electronic Climate Control............... 122, 125 air distribution table............................ 129
Interior Air Quality System.................. 120
ventilated seats................................... 124
Electronic oil level sensor........................ 315
Electronic stability control....................... 162
Emergency locking retractor...................... 47
Emergency starting.................................. 237
Emergency towing................... 269, 270, 271
Emission inspection readiness................ 310Engine overheating........................................... 69
specifications...................................... 358
Start/Stop........... 243, 244, 245, 246, 247
starting................................................ 233
switching off............................... 235, 236