2016 VOLVO XC60 emergency towing

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

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03 Instruments and controls
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80* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Ignition mode I–With the remote key fully pressed into the ignition slot 8
, press START/STOP
ENGINE briefly.
Ignition mode II–With the remote key fully pressed into the ignition slot 8
, press START/STOP
ENGINE for approximately 2 seconds.
Returning to mode 0To return to mode 0 from mode II or I, press
START/STOP ENGINE briefly.
Starting and stopping the engineSee Starting the engine (p. 247) and Switch- ing off the engine (p. 249) for information onstarting the engine and switching it off.
Emergency towingSee Towing the vehicle (p. 285) for importantinformation about the remote key when thevehicle is being towed.
Related information
•Inserting/removing remote key (p. 78)
Front seats
The front seats can be adjusted in a number of ways to help provide the most comfortableseating position.
Raise/lower the seat, pump up/down.
Front-rear adjustment: lift the bar and move the seat to the position of yourchoice.
Raise/lower front edge of seat cushion, pump up/down.
Backrest tilt: turn the control to adjust the angle of the backrest.
Electronic lumbar support*. Press the button to adjust.
Control panel for power seat*, see Front seats – power seat (p. 81).
WARNING
•Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so thatthe brake pedal can be depressedfully. In addition, position the seat asfar rearward as comfort and controlallow.
• Check that the seat is securely lockedinto position after adjusting.
Related information
•
Front seats – power seat (p. 81)
• Rear seats – folding backrest (p. 86)
• Rear seats – head restraints (p. 84)
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Not necessary in vehicles with the optional keyless drive.

08 Starting and driving
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WARNING
•Use the jack intended for the vehicle when changing a tire. For any otherjob, use stands to support the vehicle.
• The jack should be kept well-greasedand clean, and should not be dam-aged.
• Be sure the jack is on a firm, level,non-slippery surface.
• No objects should be placed betweenthe base of jack and the ground, orbetween the jack and the attachmentbar on the vehicle.
• The jack must correctly engage thejack attachment.
• Never allow any part of your body tobe extended under a vehicle suppor-ted by a jack.
Power brakes function only when the engine is running
The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure which is only created when the engine is run-ning. Never let the vehicle roll to a stop withthe engine switched off. If the power brakes are not working, consid- erably higher pressure will be required on thebrake pedal to compensate for the lack ofpower assistance. This can happen for exam-ple when towing your vehicle or if the engineis switched off when the vehicle is rolling. Thebrake pedal feels harder than usual.
Water on brake discs and brake pads affects braking
Driving in rain and slush or passing through an automatic car wash can cause water tocollect on the brake discs and pads. This willcause a delay in braking effect when thepedal is depressed. To avoid such a delaywhen the brakes are needed, depress thepedal occasionally when driving through rain,slush, etc. This will remove the water from thebrakes. Check that brake application feelsnormal. This should also be done after wash-ing or starting in very damp or cold weather.
Severe strain on the brake systemThe brakes will be subject to severe strainwhen driving in mountains or hilly areas, orwhen towing a trailer. Vehicle speed is usuallyslower, which means that the cooling of thebrakes is less efficient than when driving onlevel roads. To reduce the strain on thebrakes, shift into a lower gear and let theengine help with the braking. Do not forgetthat if you are towing a trailer, the brakes willbe subjected to a greater than normal load.
Cleaning the brake discsCoatings of dirt and water on the brake discsmay result in delayed brake function. Thisdelay is minimized by cleaning the brake lin-ings. Cleaning the brake pads is advisable in wet weather, prior to long-term parking, and afterthe vehicle has been washed. Do this by braking gently for a short period while thevehicle is moving.
Related information
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Parking brake – general information (p. 269)
• Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)(p. 269)
• Brakes – general (p. 266)
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) (p. 268)
• Hill Descent Control (HDC) – introduction(p. 264)

12 Index
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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
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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
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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
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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