2016 VOLVO XC60 check transmission fluid

08 Starting and driving
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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. 282)
• 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.
•
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. 141) 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. 380)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. 291). Check tire pres-sure (p. 298).
• 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).................. 268
Accessory installation warning.................. 23
Active chassis system............................. 174
Active high beams..................................... 90Active yaw control........................... 174, 175
Adaptive brake lights............................... 268
Adaptive cruise control.................... 184, 185Airbags disconnecting the front passenger’s
side....................................................... 36
front...................................................... 32
inflatable curtain................................... 41
side impact........................................... 39
Air conditioning................................ 131, 132
Air distribution.................................. 127, 133
Air distribution table................................. 135
Air vents................................................... 127
Alarm........................................ 169, 170, 171
All Wheel Drive......................................... 264
Ambient temperature sensor..................... 77
Anti-freeze....................................... 275, 332Anti-lock brake system warning light......................................... 73
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 268 Approach lighting.............................. 97, 153
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 104
Automatic locking retractor....................... 47Automatic transmission
Eco (driving function).......................... 262
Geartronic........................................... 254
general description..................... 252, 254
oil........................................................ 379
shiftlock override................................ 256
Axle weight.............................................. 302
B
Battery maintenance............................... 347, 348
remote key, replacing......................... 158
replacing............................................. 348
specifications...................................... 381
start/stop............................................ 381
warning symbols................................. 346
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 240 Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)..................... 243
Booster cushion, integrated.......... 57, 59, 60
Booster cushions....................................... 54
Brake lights.............................................. 268 Brake system
ABS..................................................... 268
Brake pad inspection.......................... 266
checking fluid level............................. 333
emergency brake assistance.............. 269
fluid..................................................... 379
general information............................. 266
Hill Descent Control.................... 264, 265
Bulbs cargo area lighting.............................. 341
headlights........... 335, 336, 337, 338, 339
introduction......................................... 335
license plate lights.............................. 341
specifications...................................... 342
taillight................................................ 340
C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 236
Capacity weight....................................... 302Cargo area changing bulbs................................... 341
steel grid............................................. 147
Cargo area cover..................................... 147
Cargo area net......................................... 144
Cargo net................................................. 144
Catalytic converter................................... 280

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388
Electronic oil level sensor........................ 331
Electronic stability control....................... 174Emergency locking retractor...................... 47
Emergency starting.................................. 251
Emergency towing........................... 285, 286
Emission inspection readiness................ 326Engine overheating........................................... 75
specifications...................................... 376
Start/Stop........... 257, 258, 259, 260, 261
starting................................................ 247
switching off............................... 249, 250
Engine compartment overview................ 329
Engine Drag Control (EDC)...................... 175
Engine oil................................................. 377 checking............................................. 330
low pressure warning light.................... 74
volumes.............................................. 378
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 249
Environment............................................... 22
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 323 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 314 Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 364
placing correctly................................. 247
Fluid specifications.......................... 379, 380
Fog lights................................................... 73 rear................................................ 94, 340
Four C (active chassis system)................ 174
Front airbags.............................................. 32 disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 36
Front park assist.............................. 232, 236
Front seats................................................. 80 heated................................................. 130
Fuel filler cap........................................... 279
Fuel filler door, opening................... 278, 279
Fuel level warning light.............................. 73
Fuel requirements............................ 276, 277
Fuel tank volume..................................... 380
Fuses....................................... 349, 351, 358
G
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System........................................ 109, 110
Gasoline requirements............................. 277
Gas tank volume...................................... 380 Gauges...................................................... 68
Geartronic................................................ 254
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 254
Generator warning light............................. 75
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 303
Grocery bag holder.................................. 144
Gross vehicle weight............................... 302
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 94 Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 92
active high beams................................. 90
changing bulbs........... 336, 337, 338, 339
daytime running lights.......................... 89
high/low beams.................................... 90
high beam flash.................................... 90
tunnel detection.................................... 92
Headlight washers..................................... 99
Head restraints, rear seat.................... 84, 85
Heated front seats................................... 130
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 280
Heated rear seats.................................... 130
Heated steering wheel............................... 88
Heated windshield........................... 104, 132