2016 VOLVO S80 check transmission fluid

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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. 238)
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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Engine and cooling system
Under special conditions, for example when driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or withheavy loads, there is a risk that the engine andcooling system will overheat. Proceed as follows to avoid overheating the engine. •Maintain a low speed when driving with a trailer up long, steep hills. For informa-tion, see Towing a trailer (p. 267)
• Do not turn the engine off immediatelywhen stopping after a hard drive.
WARNING
The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after theengine has been switched off.
•
Remove any auxiliary lights from in front of the grille when driving in hot weatherconditions.
• Do not exceed engine speeds of4500 rpm if driving with a trailer in hillyterrain. The oil temperature could becometoo high.
Conserving electrical current
Keep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain:
• When the engine is not running, avoid using ignition mode
II. Many electrical
systems (the audio system, the optionalnavigation system, power windows, etc)will function in ignition modes 0 and I.
These modes reduce drain on the battery.
• Please keep in mind that using systems,accessories, etc., that consume a greatdeal of current when the engine is notrunning could result in the battery beingcompletely drained. Driving or having theengine running for approximately15 minutes will help keep the batterycharged.
• The optional 12-volt socket in thetrunk (p. 135) area provides electrical cur-rent even with the ignition switched off,which drains the battery.
Before a long distance trip
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-ice technician before driving long distances.Your retailer will also be able to supply youwith bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiperblades for your use in the event that problemsoccur. As a minimum, the following items should be checked before any long trip:
• Check that engine runs smoothly and that fuel consumption is normal.
• Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage.
• Have the transmission oil level (p. 362)checked.
• Check condition of drive belts.
• Check state of the battery's charge.
• Examine tires carefully (the spare tire aswell), and replace those that areworn (p. 275). Check tire pres-sure (p. 282).
• The brakes, front wheel alignment, andsteering gear should be checked by atrained and qualified Volvo service techni-cian only.
• Check all lights, including high beams.
• Reflective warning triangles are legallyrequired in some states/provinces.
• Have a word with a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician if you intend to

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A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 252
Accessory installation warning.................. 23
Active chassis system............................. 162
Active high beams..................................... 84Active yaw control........................... 162, 163
Adaptive brake lights............................... 253
Adaptive cruise control.................... 171, 172Airbags disconnecting the front passenger’s
side....................................................... 36
front...................................................... 32
inflatable curtain................................... 41
side impact........................................... 39
Air conditioning........................................ 125
Air distribution.................................. 121, 127
Air distribution table................................. 129
Air vents................................................... 121
Alarm................................ 157, 158, 159, 160
All Wheel Drive......................................... 250
Ambient temperature sensor..................... 71
Anti-freeze....................................... 260, 316Anti-lock brake system warning light......................................... 67
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 252 Approach lighting.............................. 91, 143
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 98
Automatic locking retractor....................... 47Automatic transmission
Eco (driving function).......................... 248
Geartronic........................................... 240
general description..................... 238, 240
oil........................................................ 361
shiftlock override................................ 242
Axle weight.............................................. 286
B
Battery maintenance............................... 331, 332
remote key, replacing......................... 148
replacing............................................. 332
specifications...................................... 363
start/stop............................................ 363
warning symbols................................. 330
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 227
Booster cushions....................................... 53
Brake lights.............................................. 253Brake system ABS..................................................... 252
Brake pad inspection.......................... 251
checking fluid level............................. 317 emergency brake assistance.............. 253
fluid..................................................... 361
general information............................. 250
Bulbs headlights... 319, 320, 321, 322, 323, 324
introduction......................................... 319
license plate lights.............................. 325
side marker lights............................... 324
specifications...................................... 326
trunk lighting....................................... 326
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 223
Capacity weight....................................... 286
Catalytic converter................................... 265
Central locking system, introduction 140, 141, 144, 147
Chains...................................................... 289
Check Engine warning light....................... 67Child restraints recalls and registration......................... 47
Child restraint systems.............................. 47 booster cushions.................................. 53
convertible seats.................................. 51
infant seats........................................... 49

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Engine compartment overview................ 313
Engine oil................................................. 359checking............................................. 314
low pressure warning light.................... 68
volumes.............................................. 360
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 235
Environment............................................... 22
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 307 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 298
Floor mats cleaning.............................................. 348
placing correctly................................. 233
Fluid specifications.......................... 361, 362
Fog lights................................................... 67 rear........................................................ 87
Four C (active chassis system)................ 162
Front airbags.............................................. 32 disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 36
Front park assist.............................. 219, 223
Front seats................................................. 74 heated................................................. 123
Fuel filler cap........................................... 264 Fuel filler door, opening................... 263, 264
Fuel level warning light.............................. 67
Fuel requirements............................ 261, 262
Fuel tank volume..................................... 362
Fuses....................................... 333, 335, 342
G
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Wireless Control
System........................................ 102, 103
Gasoline requirements............................. 262
Gas tank volume...................................... 362
Gauges...................................................... 62
Geartronic................................................ 240
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 240
Generator warning light............................. 69
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 287
Grocery bag holder.................................. 138
Gross vehicle weight............................... 286
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 88 Headlights Active Bending Lights........................... 85
active high beams................................. 84
changing bulbs... 320, 321, 322, 323, 324
daytime running lights.......................... 82
high/low beams.................................... 83
high beam flash.................................... 83
tunnel detection.................................... 85
Headlight washers..................................... 92
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 78
Heated front seats................................... 123
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 265
Heated rear seats.................................... 123
Heated steering wheel............................... 82
Heated windshield............................. 98, 126
High beams................................................ 83 active.................................................... 84
Hill Start Assist (HSA).............................. 238
Hoisting the vehicle................................. 309 HomeLink ®
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System............................................. 102, 103
Home safe lighting..................................... 90
Hood, opening/closing............................ 312