2016 VOLVO V60 key battery

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Engine compartment – overview
The overview shows the main inspection points in the engine compartment.
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Dipstick-engine oil
Filler cap-engine oil
Cover over brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay/fuse box
Washer fluid reservoir
Engine compartment - 4-cylinder engines only
Filler cap-engine oil
Coolant expansion tank
Radiator
Brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay/fuse box
Washer fluid reservoir
Air cleaner
The appearance of the engine compartment may vary depending on engine model.
WARNING
The cooling fan (located at the front of the engine compartment, behind the radiator)may start or continue to operate (for up to6 minutes) after the engine has beenswitched off.
WARNING
Before performing any operations in the engine compartment, the ignition shouldalways be completely switched off (inmode 0, see Ignition modes (p. 77)) and
there should be no remote keys in the pas-senger compartment. The gear selectorshould be in the P (park) position. If the
engine has been running, wait until it hascooled before touching any components inthe engine compartment. The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precau-tions must be followed to prevent injury.Always turn the ignition off when:
• Replacing distributor ignition compo- nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
• Do not touch any part of the distributorignition system while the engine is run-ning. This may result in unintendedmovements and body injury.

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CAUTION
The infotainment system's energy-saving feature may not function correctly or at all,and/or a message may be displayed if abattery charger or jumper cables are notconnected properly.
• The negative terminal on the battery must
never be used to connect a
jumper cable or a battery charger.Only the ground point on the chassismay be used.
See Jump starting (p. 256) for an illustra- tion and additional information.
WARNING
• Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Donot allow battery fluid to contact eyes,skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. Ifcontact occurs, flush the affected areaimmediately with water. Obtain medi-cal help immediately if eyes are affec-ted.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it becomes discharged repeatedly.
Related information
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Battery – changing (p. 351)
• Battery – maintenance (p. 350)
• Battery – symbols (p. 349)
Battery – maintenance
Proper battery maintenance can help prolong its service life.
Maintenance
• Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The levelshould never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level should be checked if thebattery has been recharged.
• After inspection, be sure the cap overeach battery cell or the cover is securelyin place.
• Check that the battery cables are cor-rectly connected and properly tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running, or when the key is inthe ignition. This could damage the vehi-cle's electrical system.
• The battery should be disconnected fromthe vehicle when a battery charger isused directly on the battery.
• To help keep the battery in good condi-tion, the vehicle should be driven for atleast 15 minutes a week or connected toa charger with an automatic chargingfunction.
• If the battery is fully discharged a numberof times, this may shorten its service life.Keeping the battery fully charged helpsprolong its service life.

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352* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
RemovalSwitch off the ignition, remove the remote key from the ignition slot and wait at least5 minutes before disconnecting the battery sothat all information in the vehicle's electricalsystem can be stored in the control modules.
Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
Detach the black negative cable.
Detach the red positive cable
Detach the ventilation hose from the
battery
Loosen the screw holding the battery
clamp.
Move the battery to the side and lift it up.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead com-pounds, chemicals known to the state ofCalifornia to cause cancer and reproduc-tive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Rally bar R-Design models*
Rally bar and bulkhead hatch
Vehicles with the optional R-Design package are equipped with a rally bar in the enginecompartment that must be removed beforethe battery can be replaced.
1. Remove the hatch in the bulkhead on both sides of the engine compartment (pry them up carefully with a plastic knifeor similar object).
2. Remove the screw on each side of the engine compartment holding the rally barin place.
3. Lift out the rally bar. > The battery can now be removed (seethe instructions in the previous sec-tion).
• After a new battery has been installed (see the following section), reinstall therally bar in the reverse order.
NOTE
When reinstalling the rally bar, tighten the screws to 22 ft lbs (30 Nm).
Installation1. Lower the battery into the battery box.
2. Move the battery inward and to the side
until it reaches the rear edge of the box.
3. Tighten the clamp that secures the bat- tery.
4. Connect the ventilation hose. > Be sure that it is correctly connectedto the battery and the vent in the vehi- cle's body.
5. Connect the red positive cable.
6. Connect the black negative cable.
7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).
8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal).
9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips. (See Removal).

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A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 273
Accessory installation warning.................. 23
Active chassis system............................. 169
Active high beams..................................... 88Active yaw control........................... 169, 170
Adaptive brake lights............................... 273
Adaptive cruise control.................... 179, 180Airbags disconnecting the front passenger’s
side....................................................... 36
front...................................................... 33
inflatable curtain................................... 41
side impact........................................... 39
Air conditioning................................ 128, 129
Air distribution.................................. 124, 130
Air distribution table................................. 132
Air vents................................................... 124
Alarm........................................ 164, 165, 166
All Wheel Drive......................................... 269
Ambient temperature sensor..................... 75
Anti-freeze....................................... 280, 335Anti-lock brake system warning light......................................... 71
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 273 Approach lighting.............................. 96, 149
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 102
Automatic locking retractor....................... 47Automatic transmission
Eco (driving function).......................... 267
Geartronic........................................... 259
general description..................... 257, 259
oil........................................................ 383
shiftlock override................................ 261
Axle weight.............................................. 306
B
Battery maintenance............................... 350, 351
remote key, replacing......................... 154
replacing............................................. 351
specifications...................................... 385
start/stop............................................ 385
warning symbols................................. 349
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 245 Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)..................... 247
Booster cushion, integrated.......... 57, 59, 60
Booster cushions....................................... 54
Brake lights.............................................. 273 Brake system
ABS..................................................... 273
Brake pad inspection.......................... 271
checking fluid level............................. 336
emergency brake assistance.............. 274
fluid..................................................... 383
general information............................. 271
Hill Descent Control.................... 269, 270
Bulbs cargo area lighting.............................. 344
headlights... 338, 339, 340, 341, 342, 343
introduction......................................... 338
license plate lights.............................. 344
specifications...................................... 345
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 241
Capacity weight....................................... 306Cargo area changing bulbs................................... 344
steel grid............................................. 143
Cargo area cover..................................... 143
Cargo area net......................................... 141
Cargo net................................................. 141
Catalytic converter................................... 285

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Rear park assist............................... 232, 240
Rear seat head restraints........................... 83 Rear seats center head restraint............................. 82
folding............................................. 82, 84
heated................................................. 127
Rearview mirror auto-dim function............................... 102
compass............................................. 103
Rear window defroster............................ 102
Recalls....................................................... 26
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 47
Refrigerant............................................... 384
Refueling.......................................... 281, 282 fuel filler cap....................................... 284
fuel filler door.............................. 283, 284
fuel tank volume................................. 384
Registering child restraints........................ 47 Remote control private locking.................................... 152
Remote key...................... 146, 147, 150, 153 approach lighting................................ 149
immobilizer......................................... 148
key blade.... 146, 147, 150, 151, 152, 153
locking the vehicle.............................. 149
replacing the battery........................... 154
unlocking the vehicle.......................... 149 Reporting safety defects............................ 27
Roadside Assistance................................. 24
Road sign information (RSI)..................... 174
Roof loads............................................... 139
S
Safety, occupant........................................ 26
Safety defects, reporting........................... 27
Safety mode.............................................. 44Seat belt
reminder................................................ 30
Seat belts Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor......................... 47
buckling................................................ 29
maintenance......................................... 29
pretensioners........................................ 28
reminder................................................ 30
reminder warning light.......................... 72
securing child restraint systems.... 49,51, 54
unbuckling............................................ 29
use during pregnancy........................... 31
using..................................................... 28
Seats, front.......................................... 78, 79
Sensus..................................................... 110 Service
connected service booking................ 329
Shiftlock..................................................... 14 override............................................... 261
Side door mirrors............................. 100, 101
Side impact airbags................................... 39
Sign information (RSI).............................. 174
Snow chains............................................ 309
Snow tires........................................ 309, 310
Spare tire................................................. 299
Spin control..................................... 169, 170
SRS............................................................ 31
Stability system....................... 169, 170, 172 Corner Traction Control (CTC)............ 170
Engine Drag Control (EDC)................. 170
indicator light........................................ 71
Start/Stop (engine function)..... 262, 263, 264, 265, 266
Starting the engine.................................. 252 remote start........................................ 254
with keyless drive............................... 252
Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode).............. 44, 45
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)...................... 148
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 143