2016 VOLVO V60 check transmission fluid

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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. 287)
• 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.
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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 the cargoarea (p. 138) 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. 384)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. 295). Check tire pres-sure (p. 302).
• 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).................. 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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392
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
G
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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