2016 VOLVO V60 octane

Contents
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.7
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Starting the engine.................................. 252
Switching off the engine......................... 254Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – introduc-
tion.......................................................... 254 Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – starting the
engine..................................................... 255 Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – switching
off the engine.......................................... 255
Jump starting.......................................... 256
Transmission – general information........ 257
Transmission – positions........................ 257
Transmission – Geartronic...................... 259
Transmission – shiftlock override........... 261
Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA)......... 262
Start/Stop – introduction........................ 262
Start/Stop – function............................... 262
Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions......... 263
Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions......... 264
Start/Stop – settings............................... 265
Start/Stop – symbols and messages...... 266
ECO*....................................................... 267
All Wheel Drive (AWD)............................. 269Hill Descent Control (HDC) – introduc-
tion.......................................................... 269
Hill Descent Control (HDC) – operation.. 270
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Brakes – general..................................... 271
Brakes – symbols ................................... 273
Anti-lock braking system (ABS).............. 273
Brake lights............................................. 273
Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)....... 274
Parking brake – general information....... 274
Parking brake – applying........................ 275
Parking brake – releasing........................ 276
Parking brake – symbols and messages 277
Driving through water.............................. 278
Engine and cooling system..................... 279
Conserving electrical current.................. 279
Before a long distance trip...................... 279
Driving in cold weather........................... 280
Refueling – fuel requirements................. 281
Refueling – octane rating........................ 282Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler
door......................................................... 283
Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap...... 284
Emission controls.................................... 285
Economical driving.................................. 285
Towing a trailer....................................... 287
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA).................... 288
Towing the vehicle.................................. 289
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Towing eyelet.......................................... 290
Towing by tow truck............................... 291

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Refueling – fuel requirements
Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas- oline to control engine deposits.
Deposit control gasoline (detergentadditives)
Detergent gasoline is effective in keepinginjectors and intake valves clean. Consistentuse of deposit control gasolines will helpensure good drivability and fuel economy. Ifyou are not sure whether the gasoline con-tains deposit control additives, check with theservice station operator.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of external fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuelEach Volvo has a three-way catalytic con- verter and must use only unleaded gasoline.U.S. and Canadian regulations require thatpumps delivering unleaded gasoline belabeled "UNLEADED". Only these pumpshave nozzles which fit your vehicle's fillerinlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuelinto a vehicle labeled "unleaded gasolineonly". Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxy-gen sensor system. Repeated use of leadedgasoline will lessen the effectiveness of theemission control system (p. 285) and could result in loss of emission warranty coverage.State and local vehicle inspection programswill make detection of misfueling easier, pos-sibly resulting in emission test failure for mis-fueled vehicles.
NOTE
Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines con- tain an octane enhancing additive calledmethyl-cyclopentadienyl manganese tri-carbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used,your Emission Control System perform-ance may be affected, and the CheckEngine Light (malfunction indicator light)located on your instrument panel maylight. If this occurs, please return yourvehicle to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers, "Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols orethers. In some areas, state or local lawsrequire that the service pump be marked indi-cating use of alcohols or ethers. However,there are areas in which the pumps areunmarked. If you are not sure whether there isalcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy,check with the service station operator. Tomeet seasonal air quality standards, someareas require the use of "oxygenated" fuel.
Volvo allows the use of the following "oxy-genated" fuels; however, the octane rat-ings (p. 282) listed must still be met.
Alcohol – EthanolFuels containing up to 10% ethanol by vol- ume may be used. Ethanol may also be refer-red to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol". Ethers – MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.
MethanolDo not use gasolines containing methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practicecan result in vehicle performance deteriora-tion and can damage critical parts in the fuelsystem. Such damage may not be coveredunder the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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Refueling – octane rating
Volvo recommends premium fuel for best per- formance, but using 87 octane15
or above will
not affect engine reliability.
Minimum octane
G028920
Typical pump octane label
NOTE
Vehicles equipped with the high perform- ance 4-cylinder engines (B4204T9 and B4204T10) require premium fuel 16
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TOP TIER Detergent GasolineVolvo endorses the use of “TOP TIER Deter- gent Gasoline” where available to help main-tain engine performance and reliability. TOPTIER Detergent Gasoline meets a new stand- ard jointly established by leading automotivemanufactures to meet the needs of today’sadvanced engines. Qualifying gasoline retail-ers (stations) will, in most cases, identify theirgasoline as having met the “TOP TIER Deter-gent Gasoline” standards.
NOTE
Information about TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is available atwww.toptiergas.com.
Demanding drivingIn demanding driving conditions, such as operating the vehicle in hot weather, towing atrailer, or driving for extended periods athigher altitudes than normal, it may be advis-able to switch to higher octane fuel (91 orhigher) or to change gasoline brands to fullyutilize your engine's capacity, and for thesmoothest possible operation.
NOTE
When switching to higher octane fuel or changing gasoline brands, it may be nec-essary to fill the tank more than oncebefore a difference in engine operation isnoticeable.
Fuel FormulationsDo not use gasoline that contains lead as a knock inhibitor, and do not use lead addi-tives. Besides damaging the exhaust emis-sion control systems on your vehicle, leadhas been strongly linked to certain forms ofcancer. Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent. Unburned benzene has been strongly linkedto certain forms of cancer. If you live in anarea where you must fill your own gas tank,take precautions. These may include:
• standing upwind away from the filler noz- zle while refueling
• refueling only at gas stations with vaporrecovery systems that fully seal themouth of the filler neck during refueling
• wearing neoprene gloves while handling afuel filler nozzle.
Use of AdditivesWith the exception of gas line antifreeze dur- ing winter months, do not add solvents, thick-eners, or other store-bought additives to yourvehicle's fuel, cooling, or lubricating systems.Overuse may damage your engine, and someof these additives contain organically volatilechemicals. Do not needlessly expose yourselfto these chemicals.
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AKI (ANTI KNOCK INDEX) is an average of the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor Octane Number (MON), MON+RON/2.
16 Refer to your Warranty and Maintenance Records booklet for additional information.

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2. Open a perforated section of the insula-tion and grasp the handle on the green cord.
3. Gently pull the cord straight rearward until the fuel filler door clicks open.
Related information
• Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap (p. 284)
• Refueling – fuel requirements (p. 281)
• Refueling – octane rating (p. 282)
Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap
If necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened manually.
Opening/closing the fuel cap
Fuel vapor expands in hot weather. Open the filler cap slowly. After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
• Do not refuel with the engine run- ning 17
. Turn the ignition off or to posi-
tion I. If the ignition is on, an incorrect
reading could occur in the fuel gauge.
• Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do not press the handle on the filler nozzlemore than one extra time. Too muchfuel in the tank in hot weather condi-tions can cause the fuel to overflow.Overfilling could also cause damage tothe emission control systems.
Related information
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Refueling – fuel requirements (p. 281)
• Refueling – octane rating (p. 282)
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If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

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Power steering – specification
This fluid is used to help reduce and regulate steering force. Specification:Power steering fluid recom-
mended by Volvo.
Related information
• Engine compartment – power steering fluid (p. 337)
Fuel tank volume – specification and volume
The table lists the fuel tank volume for your vehicle.
VolumeSpecification
17.8 US gallons (67.5 lit- ers)–
Related information
•Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler door (p. 283)
• Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap(p. 284)
• Refueling – octane rating (p. 282)
• Engine specifications (p. 380)
Air conditioning – specification and volume
The air conditioning system in your vehicle contains the following: Refrigerant
: R134a (HFC134a)
Volume: 1.7 lbs (770 g)
Compressor oil : PAG

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Low beams................................................ 88Low oil pressure warning light................... 72
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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
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Net in cargo area..................................... 141
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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
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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
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Rain sensor................................................ 97
Rear fog lights............................................ 92