Contents
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Brakes – general..................................... 266
Brakes – symbols ................................... 268
Anti-lock braking system (ABS).............. 268
Brake lights............................................. 268
Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)....... 269
Parking brake – general information....... 269
Parking brake – applying........................ 270
Parking brake – releasing........................ 271
Parking brake – symbols and messages 272
Driving through water.............................. 273
Engine and cooling system..................... 274
Conserving electrical current.................. 274
Before a long distance trip...................... 274
Driving in cold weather........................... 275
Refueling – fuel requirements................. 276
Refueling – octane rating........................ 277Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler
door......................................................... 278
Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap...... 279
Emission controls.................................... 280
Economical driving.................................. 280
Towing a trailer....................................... 282
Detachable trailer hitch........................... 283
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA).................... 284
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Towing the vehicle.................................. 285
Towing eyelet.......................................... 285
Towing by tow truck............................... 286
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09 Wheels and tires
Tires – general information...................... 289
Tires – storage and age.......................... 290
Tires – tread wear indicator.................... 291
Tires – tire economy................................ 291
Changing a wheel – direction of rotation 292
Changing a wheel – removing wheel...... 292
Changing a wheel – spare wheel............ 295Changing a wheel – accessing the spare
wheel....................................................... 296
Changing a wheel – installing a wheel.... 296
Tire inflation – general information.......... 297
Tire inflation – checking pressure........... 298
Tire specifications................................... 299
Tire inflation – pressure table.................. 301
Loading specifications............................ 302
Loading specifications – load limit.......... 302
Tire specifications – terminology............ 303Tire specifications – Uniform Tire Quality
Grading................................................... 304
Snow chains............................................ 305
Snow tires/studded tires......................... 306
Tire pressure monitoring - introduction.. 306Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
– general information.............................. 307
01 Introduction
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WARNING
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, unseen damage may affect its drivabilityand safety.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA proposition 65 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain oremit chemicals known to the state of Cali-fornia to cause cancer, and birth defectsor other reproductive harm. In addition,certain fluids contained in vehicles andcertain products of component wear con-tain or emit chemicals known to the Stateof California to cause cancer, and birthdefects or other reproductive harm.
WARNING
Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners,adaptive steering columns, and button cellbatteries may contain Perchlorate material.Special handling may apply for service orvehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate.
ShiftlockWhen your vehicle is parked, the gear selec- tor is locked in the P (Park) position. To
release the selector from this position, the ignition must be in mode
II (p. 79) or the
engine must be running. Depress the brakepedal, press the button on the front side ofthe gear selector and move the selector fromP (Park).
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)The ABS system performs a brief self-diag-nostic test when the engine has been startedand driver releases the brake pedal. Anotherautomatic test may be performed when thevehicle first reaches a speed of approximately6 mph (10 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsateseveral times and a sound may be audiblefrom the ABS control module. This is normal.
Fuel filler doorPress the button on the light switch panel(see the illustration in Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler door (p. 278)) when the vehi-cle is at a standstill to unlock the fuel fillerdoor. It will relock when closed and there willbe an audible click.
Points to keep in mind
• Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that coun-try's applicable safety and exhaust emis-sion requirements. In some cases it maybe difficult or impossible to comply withthese requirements. Modifications to theemission control system(s) may renderyour Volvo not certifiable for legal opera- tion in the U.S., Canada and other coun-tries.
• All information, illustrations and specifica-tions contained in this manual are basedon the latest product information availa-ble at the time of publication. Please notethat some vehicles may be equipped dif-ferently, depending on special legalrequirements. Optional equipment descri-bed in this manual may not be available inall markets.
• Some of the illustrations shown aregeneric and may not depict the exactmodel for which this manual is intended.
• Volvo reserves the right to make modelchanges at any time, or to change speci-fications or design without notice andwithout incurring obligation.
Related information
• Information on the Internet (p. 20)
• Volvo and the environment (p. 22)
• Important warnings (p. 23)
01 Introduction
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Volvo will not contribute to spreading the above-mentioned information to third partieswithout the consent of the vehicle’s owner.However, due to national legal requirementsand regulations, Volvo may be compelled toprovide information of this type to authoritiessuch as law enforcement agencies or otherswho may assert a legal right to obtain suchinformation. Volvo and service and repair facilities with agreements with Volvo have access to thespecial technical equipment required in orderto read and interpret the information storedby the vehicle’s computers. Volvo is responsi-ble for ensuring that the information transmit-ted to Volvo during service and maintenanceis stored and handled in a secure manner andthat this handling is done in accordance withapplicable legal requirements. For additionalinformation, contact: For additional information, contact: In the United States Volvo Cars of North America, LLC Customer Care Center1 Volvo Drive, P.O. box 914Rockleigh, New Jersey 076471-800-458-1552www.volvocars.com/us In Canada
Volvo Cars of Canada National Customer Service9130 Leslie StreetRichmond Hill, Ontario L4B 0B91-800-663-8255www.volvocars.com/ca
Related information
•
Information on the Internet (p. 20)
• Contacting Volvo (p. 13)
Volvo Structural Parts Statement
Volvo has always been and continues to be a leader in automotive safety. Volvo engineers and manufactures vehicles designed to help protect vehicle occupants inthe event of a collision. Volvos are designed to absorb the impact of a collision. This energy absorption systemincluding, but not limited to, structural com-ponents such as bumper reinforcement bars,bumper energy absorbers, frames, rails,fender aprons, A-pillars, B-pillars and bodypanels must work together to maintain cabinintegrity and protect the vehicle occupants. The supplemental restraint system including but not limited to air bags, side curtain airbags, and deployment sensors work togetherwith the above components to provide propertiming for air bag deployment. Due to the above, Volvo Cars of North Amer- ica does not support the use of aftermarket,alternative or anything other than originalVolvo parts for collision repair. In addition Volvo does not support the use or re-use of structural components from anexisting vehicle that has been previouslydamaged. Although these parts may appearequivalent, it is difficult to tell if the parts havebeen previously replaced with non-OE partsor if the part has been damaged as a result ofa prior collision. The quality of these used
02 Safety
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Occupant safety
Safety is Volvo's cornerstone.
Volvo's concern for safetyOur concern for safety dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the productionline. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo inven-tion), safety cages, and energy-absorbingimpact zones were designed into Volvo vehi-cles long before it was fashionable orrequired by government regulation. We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safetyfeatures and to refine those already in ourvehicles. You can help. We would appreciatehearing your suggestions about improvingautomobile safety. We also want to know ifyou ever have a safety concern with yourvehicle. Call us in the U.S. at:1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at:1-800-663-8255.
Occupant safety remindersHow safely you drive doesn't depend on how old you are but rather on:• How well you see.
• Your ability to concentrate.
• How quickly you make decisions under stress to avoid an accident.
The following suggestions are intended to help you cope with the ever changing trafficenvironment. •
Never drink and drive.
• If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effectson your driving abilities.
• Take a driver-retraining course.
• Have your eyes checked regularly.
• Keep your windshield and headlightsclean.
• Replace wiper blades when they start toleave streaks.
• Take into account the traffic, road, andweather conditions, particularly withregard to stopping distance.
• Never send text messages while driving.
• Refrain from using or minimize the use ofa cell phone while driving.
Related information
•Recall information (p. 26)
• Reporting safety defects (p. 27)
Recall information
Information regarding recalls or other service campaigns is available on our website atwww.volvocars.com/us/. On our website, select the tab YOUR VOLVO and the heading RECALL INFORMATION willbe displayed at the lower left side of thescreen. Enter your Vehicle Identification Num-ber for your vehicle (found at the base of thewindshield). If your vehicle has any openRecalls, they will be displayed on this page.
Volvo customers in CanadaFor any questions regarding open recalls for your vehicle, please contact your authorizedVolvo retailer. If your retailer is unable toanswer your questions, please contact VolvoCustomer Relations at 905 695-9626, Mon-day through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.EST or by e-mail at [email protected] may also write us at: Volvo Cars of CanadaNational Customer Service9130 Leslie Street, Suite 101Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 0B9
Related information
• Occupant safety (p. 26)
• Reporting safety defects (p. 27)
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Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)
The WHIPS system consists of specially designed hinges and brackets on the frontseat backrests designed to help absorb someof the energy generated in a collision from therear (when the vehicle is rear-ended).
In the event of a rear-end collision, the hinges and brackets of the front seat backrests aredesigned to change position slightly to allowthe backrest/head restraint to help supportthe occupant's head before moving slightlyrearward. This movement helps absorb someof the forces that could result in whiplash.
WARNING
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The WHIPS system is designed to supplement the other safety systemsin your vehicle. For this system tofunction properly, the three-point seatbelt must be worn. Please be awarethat no system can prevent all possibleinjuries that may occur in an accident.
• The WHIPS system is designed tofunction in certain collisions from therear, depending on the crash severity,angle and speed.
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WARNING
•Never attempt to repair the vehicle yourself or to reset the electrical sys-tem after the vehicle has displayed
Safety mode See manual. This could
result in injury or improper system function.
• Restoring the vehicle to normal operat-ing status should only be done by atrained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician.
• After
Safety mode See manual has
been displayed, if you detect the odor of fuel vapor, or see any signs of fuelleakage, do not attempt to start thevehicle. Leave the vehicle immediately.
Related information
• Crash mode – starting the vehicle (p. 45)
• Crash mode – moving the vehicle(p. 45)
Crash mode – starting the vehicle
If Crash mode has been set Crash mode (p. 44)) and damage to the vehicle isminor and there is no fuel leakage, you mayattempt to start the engine. To do so:
1. Remove the remote key from the ignition
slot and open the driver's door. If a mes- sage is displayed that the ignition is on,press the start button.
2. Close the driver's door and reinsert the remote key in the ignition slot.
3. Try to start the vehicle.
WARNING
If the message Safety mode See manualis still displayed, the vehicle should not be driven and must be towed. Concealedfaults may make the vehicle difficult tocontrol.
Related information
• Crash mode – general information (p. 44)
• Crash mode – moving the vehicle (p. 45)
Crash mode – moving the vehicle
If the message Normal mode appears after
an attempt has been made to start the engine, Starting the vehicle after a crash (p. 45), thevehicle may be moved carefully from its pres-ent position, if for example, it is blocking traf-fic. It should, however, not be moved fartherthan is absolutely necessary.
WARNING
Even if the vehicle appears to be drivable after Crash mode has been set, it shouldnot be driven or towed (pulled by anothervehicle). There may be concealed damagethat could make it difficult or impossible tocontrol. The vehicle should be transportedon a flatbed tow truck to a trained andqualified Volvo service technician forinspection/repairs.
Related information
• Crash mode – general information (p. 44)
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03 Instruments and controls
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72* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Available powerThe smaller, upper indicator shows the engine's available power 2
. The higher the
reading on the scale, the greater the amount of power remaining in the current gear.
Utilized powerThe larger, lower indicator shows the amount of engine power that has been utilized 2
. The
higher the reading on the scale, the greater the amount of power that is being utilized. The larger the gap between the two indica- tors, the greater the amount of power remain-ing.
Information displays – indicator symbols
The indicator symbols alert the driver when certain functions are activated, that a systemis actively working or that a fault may haveoccurred in a system or function.
SymbolDescription
Fault in the Active Bending Light (ABL)*system
Malfunction indicator light
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Rear fog lights on
Stability system
The stability system's Sport mode is activated
Low fuel level
Information symbol, read the text displayed in the instrumentpanel
High beam indicator
SymbolDescription
Left turn signal indicator
Right turn signal indicator
Tire pressure monitoring sensor (TPMS) A
The Eco function is on.
TheStart/Stop function is active (the engine has auto-stopped)
A
Option in Canada
Fault in the Active Bending Light (ABL)
system
This symbol will illuminate if there is a fault in the ABL system. See Active Bending Lights(ABL)* (p. 92) for more information aboutthis system.
2 Depending on rpm
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.73
Malfunction Indicator LightAs you drive, a computer called On-Board Diagnostics II (OBDII) monitors your vehicle'sengine, transmission, electrical and emissionsystems. The malfunction indicator light will illuminate if the computer senses a condition that poten-tially may need correcting. When this hap-pens, please have your vehicle checked by atrained and qualified Volvo service technicianas soon as possible. A malfunction indicator light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice achange in your car's behavior. Even so, anuncorrected condition could hurt fuel econ-omy, emission controls, and drivability.Extended driving without correcting the causecould even damage other components inyour vehicle. This light may illuminate if the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine was runningwhile the vehicle was refueled.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)If the warning light comes on, there may be a malfunction in the ABS system (the standardbraking system will still function). Check thesystem by:
1. Stopping in a safe place and switching off
the ignition.
2. Restart the engine. 3. If the warning light goes off, no further
action is required.
If the indicator light remains on, the vehicle should be driven to a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician for inspection, seeBrakes – general (p. 266) for additional infor-mation.
Rear fog lightsThis symbol indicates that the rear fog lights are on.
Stability systemThis indicator symbol flashes when the stabil- ity system is actively working to stabilize thevehicle, see Stability system – introduction(p. 174) for more detailed information.
Stability system - Sport modeThis symbol illuminates to indicate that the stability system's Sport mode has been acti-
vated to help provide maximum tractive force,for example when driving with snow chains,or driving in deep snow or loose sand.
Low fuel levelWhen this light comes on, the vehicle should be refueled as soon as possible. See Refuel-ing – fuel requirements (p. 276) for informa-tion about fuel and refueling.
Information symbolThe information symbol lights up and a text message is displayed to provide the driverwith necessary information about one of thevehicle's systems. The message can beerased and the symbol can be turned off by pressing the
OK button (see Information dis-
play – menu controls (p. 113) for information)or this will take place automatically after ashort time (the length of time varies, depend-ing on the function affected). The information symbol may also illuminate together with other symbols.
High beam indicatorThis symbol illuminates when the high beam headlights are on, or if the high beam flashfunction is used.
Left turn signal indicator
Right turn signal indicator
NOTE
• Both turn signal indicators will flash when the hazard warning flashers areused.
• If either of these indicators flash fasterthan normal, the direction indicatorsare not functioning properly.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)*
This symbol illuminates to indicate that tire pressure in one or more tires is low, see TirePressure Monitoring System (TPMS) – generalinformation (p. 307) for detailed information.
Eco* function onThe symbol will illuminate when the Eco func- tion is activated.