2016 VOLVO V60 check engine

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Wiper blades – tailgate
The wiper blades should be replaced regularly for best effect.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
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1. Fold the wiper arm outward.
2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (atthe arrow).
3. Pull out the blade to release it from the wiper arm.
4. Press the new wiper blade into place and check that it seats securely.
5. Fold the wiper arm back toward the tail- gate window.
Related information
• Engine compartment – washer fluid (p. 348)
Engine compartment – washer fluid
Washer fluid helps keep the windshield and headlights clean. During cold weather, thereservoir should be filled with windshieldwasher solvent containing antifreeze. UseVolvo Original Washer Fluid or the equivalentwith a recommended pH value between 6 and8.
Location of the washer fluid reservoir
The windshield and headlight washers share a common reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir is located on the driver's side of the engine compartment. Forcapacities, see the printed Owner's Manual. Specification: Use a washer antifreeze rec-
ommended by Volvo, mixed with water. Volume: •
6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)
• 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters 4
)
Related information
• Wiper blades – service position (p. 346)
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Models without headlight washers

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Battery – symbols
There are information and warning symbols on the battery.
Symbols on the battery
Wear protective goggles.
Keep away from children.
Avoid smoking, open flames, and/or sparks.
See the owner's manual.
Contains corrosive acid.
Risk of explosion
Recycle properly
NOTE
A used battery should be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. Con-sult your Volvo retailer or take the batteryto a recycling station.
Related information
•Battery – changing (p. 351)
• Battery – handling (p. 349)
• Battery – maintenance (p. 350)
Battery – handling
The battery's service life is affected by the number of starts, if it has been discharged,driving style, driving conditions, weather con-ditions ,etc.
Handling
• Check that the battery cables are cor- rectly connected and tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running (for example, whenreplacing the battery).
• If the battery is fully discharged a numberof times, this may shorten its service life.
• The service life of a battery is affected byfactors such as the number of starts, driv-ing conditions and climate. Extreme coldmay also further decrease the battery’sstarting capacity.
• Because the battery’s starting capacitydecreases with time, it may be necessaryto recharge it if the vehicle is not drivenfor an extended period of time or if thevehicle is usually only driven short dis-tances.
• Never use a quick charger to charge thebattery. Only traditional types of batterychargers should be used.

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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
•
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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Central locking system, introduction 146,
147, 150, 153
Chains...................................................... 309
Check Engine warning light....................... 71Child restraints recalls and registration......................... 47
Child restraint systems.............................. 47 booster cushions.................................. 54
convertible seats.................................. 51
infant seats........................................... 49
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 55
top tether anchors................................ 56
Child safety................................................ 46 booster cushions.................................. 54
child restraint systems.......................... 47
convertible seats.................................. 51
infant seats........................................... 49
Child safety locks...................................... 61
City safety........................................ 197, 198
Climate system........................................ 129 air distribution..................... 124, 130, 132
air vents.............................................. 124
Interior Air Quality System.................. 123
introduction......................................... 122
passenger compartment filter............ 123
refrigerant........................................... 122
Clock, setting............................................. 76
Cold weather driving................................ 280 Collision warning system.. 204, 206, 209,
210, 212, 213
Compass in rearview mirror..................... 103
Connected service booking..................... 329
Conserving electrical current................... 279
Convertible seats....................................... 51
Coolant............................................ 335, 383
Cooling system, general information....... 279
Corner traction control............................. 170
Courtesy lighting........................................ 94
Crash event data....................................... 18
Crash mode......................................... 44, 45
Cruise control.................................. 176, 178 adaptive.............................................. 179
Curb weight............................................. 306
Current, conserving................................. 279
Cyclist detection.............................. 208, 212
D
Daytime running lights............................... 87
Defroster.................................................. 129
Detachable key blade...................... 151, 152Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 36 Distance Alert.......................................... 193
Dome lighting............................................. 94
Door mirrors..................................... 100, 101
Driver alert....................... 217, 218, 219, 220
Lane Departure Warning..... 222, 223,
224, 225Lane Keeping Aid....... 227, 228, 230, 231
Driver distraction warning.......................... 23
Driving economically................................ 285
Driving in cold weather............................ 280
Driving through water.............................. 278
E
ECC................................................. 127, 128
Eco (driving function)............................... 267
Eco coast................................................. 267
Eco guide................................................... 69
Economical driving.................................. 285
Electrically heated steering wheel............. 86
Electrical sockets..................................... 137
Electric parking brake...... 274, 275, 276, 277
Electronic Climate Control............... 126, 128 air distribution table............................ 132
Interior Air Quality System.................. 123

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Electronic oil level sensor........................ 334
Electronic stability control....................... 169Emergency locking retractor...................... 47
Emergency starting.................................. 256
Emergency towing................... 289, 290, 291
Emission inspection readiness................ 329Engine overheating........................................... 73
specifications...................................... 380
Start/Stop........... 262, 263, 264, 265, 266
starting................................................ 252
switching off............................... 254, 255
Engine compartment overview................ 332
Engine Drag Control (EDC)...................... 170
Engine oil................................................. 381 checking............................................. 333
low pressure warning light.................... 72
volumes.............................................. 382
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 254
Environment............................................... 22
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 326 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 318 Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 367
placing correctly................................. 252
Fluid specifications.......................... 383, 384
Fog lights................................................... 71 rear........................................................ 92
Four C (active chassis system)................ 169
Front airbags.............................................. 33 disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 36
Front park assist.............................. 232, 240
Front seats................................................. 78 heated................................................. 127
Fuel filler cap........................................... 284
Fuel filler door, opening................... 283, 284
Fuel level warning light.............................. 71
Fuel requirements............................ 281, 282
Fuel tank volume..................................... 384
Fuses....................................... 353, 354, 361
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System........................................ 106, 107
Gasoline requirements............................. 282
Gas tank volume...................................... 384 Gauges...................................................... 66
Geartronic................................................ 259
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 259
Generator warning light............................. 73
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 307
Grocery bag holder.................................. 141
Gross vehicle weight............................... 306
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 93 Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 90
active high beams................................. 88
changing bulbs... 339, 340, 341, 342, 343
daytime running lights.......................... 87
high/low beams.................................... 88
high beam flash.................................... 88
tunnel detection.................................... 90
Headlight washers..................................... 97
Head restraints, rear seat.................... 82, 83
Heated front seats................................... 127
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 285
Heated rear seats.................................... 127
Heated steering wheel............................... 86
Heated windshield........................... 102, 129

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Low beams................................................ 88Low oil pressure warning light................... 72
M
Main instrument panel..................... 111, 112
Maintenance............................................ 326 hoisting the vehicle............................. 328
performed by the owner..................... 327
Malfunction indicator light......................... 71
Messages in the instrument panel... 111, 112Mirrors defroster............................................. 102
power door................................. 100, 101
rearview, auto-dim function................ 102
retractable................................... 100, 101
vanity.................................................. 138
Moonroof......................................... 104, 105 Motor oil checking............................................. 333
volumes.............................................. 382
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 141
O
Occupant safety........................................ 26
Occupant weight sensor............................ 36
Octane recommendations....................... 282
Odometer, trip........................................... 76Oilchecking............................................. 333
volumes.............................................. 382
Oil level sensor........................................ 334
Oil quality................................................. 381
OK button........................................ 111, 112
On Call Roadside Assistance.................... 24
Outside temperature sensor...................... 75
Overhead courtesy lighting........................ 94
Overheating, engine................................... 73
Ownership, changing................................. 18
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 285
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 368
Park assist....................................... 232, 240
Park Assist Camera................................. 241
Park Assist Pilot....................................... 236 Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing. 274, 275,
276, 277
warning light......................................... 72
Parking lights............................................. 92
Pedestrian detection........................ 209, 212
Polishing.................................................. 365Power front seat memory function................................... 79
Power meter.............................................. 69
Power mirrors.................................. 100, 101 defroster............................................. 102
Power moonroof.............................. 104, 105Power steering adjustable........................................... 174
fluid..................................................... 337
Power steering fluid................................. 384
Power windows......................................... 99
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 31
Private locking......................................... 152
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.. 256, 352, 385
R
Rain sensor................................................ 97
Rear fog lights............................................ 92