2016 VOLVO XC70 climate control

04 Climate
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124* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Climate – general information
The vehicle is equipped with Electronic Cli- mate Control (ECC) (p. 128) that cools, heatsor dehumidifies the air in the passenger com-partment.
Air conditioning
NOTE
• The air conditioning can be switched off, but to ensure the best possible cli-mate comfort in the passenger com-partment and to prevent the windowsfrom misting, it should always be on.
• In warm weather, a small amount ofwater may accumulate under the carwhen it has been parked. This water iscondensation from the A/C systemand is normal.
Side windows and moonroofTo ensure that the air conditioning works optimally, the side windows, and the optionalmoonroof should be closed.
Fog on the inside of the windowsThe defroster function (p. 132) should beused to remove fog or mist from the inside ofthe windows. Keeping the windows cleanwith a commercially available window wash-ing spray will also help prevent fogging ormisting.
Temporary shut-off of the air conditioning
The air conditioning (p. 131) is momentarily disengaged during full acceleration or whendriving uphill with a trailer. This may result ina temporary increase in cabin temperature.
Ice and snowAlways keep the air intake grille at the base ofthe windshield free of snow.
Climate system maintenanceSpecial tools and equipment are required tomaintain and carry out repairs on the climatesystem. Work of this type should only bedone by a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician.
RefrigerantVolvo cares about the environment. The airconditioning system in your car contains aCFC-free refrigerant – R134a. This substancewill not deplete the ozone layer. The air con-ditioning system contains 1.76 lbs (800 g) ofR134a. The systems uses PAG oil.
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Climate – sensors (p. 124)
• Climate – menu settings (p. 126)
Climate – sensors
The climate system utilizes a number of sen- sors to help regulate the temperature andhumidity level in the passenger compartment.
Sensor location
• The sunlight sensor is located on the top side of the dashboard.
NOTE
The sunlight sensor monitors which side of the car that is most exposed to sunlight.This can mean that the temperature maydiffer between the right and left-side airvents, even if the temperatures set for bothsides of the passenger compartment arethe same.
•The temperature sensor for the passen- ger compartment is located below the cli-mate control panel.
• The outside (ambient) temperature sensoris located on the door mirror.
• The humidity sensor* is located in theinterior rearview mirror.
NOTE
Do not cover or block the sensors with clothing or other objects.
Related information
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Climate – general information (p. 124)

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04 Climate
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126* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Related information
• Climate – general information (p. 124)
• Max. defroster and electrically heated windshield* (p. 132)
Climate – menu settings
The default settings for four of the climate system's (p. 124) functions can be changed inthe menu system. •Blower speed (p. 130) in automatic mode (p. 131).
• Recirculation timer (p. 134) for passengercompartment air.
• Automatic rear window defrost-ing (p. 104).
• The optional Interior Air Quality Sys-tem (p. 125) (IAQS).
The functions can also be returned to factory settings in the menu system. See My Car – introduction (p. 76) for a description of the menu system.
Related information
• Electronic climate control (ECC) (p. 128)
Air distribution – general
The incoming air is distributed through a number of different vents in the passengercompartment.
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Air distribution is fully automatic in
AUTO
mode (p. 131). If desired, air distribution can be controlled manually, see Air distribution – function(p. 133).

04 Climate
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128* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Electronic climate control (ECC)
ECC (Electronic Climate Control) helps main- tain the selected temperature in the passen-ger compartment and the temperature can be set separately on the driver's and passenger'ssides.
The AUTO function (p. 131) automaticallyregulates the temperature, air conditioning,blower speed, recirculation and air distribu-tion.
Temperature control (p. 130), driver's side
Heated driver's seat* (p. 129)
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Defroster (maximum effect), electrically heated windshield* (p. 132)
Blower (p. 130)
Manual air distribution (p. 126)—floor
Manual air distribution—dashboard air vents
Manual air distribution—defroster
Heated rear window and door mir- rors (p. 104)
Heated front passenger's seat* (p. 129)
Temperature control (p. 130), passeng- er's side
Recirculation (p. 134)
AUTO
(p. 131)
A/C (p. 131) on/off
Ventilated driver's seat (p. 130)*
Ventilated passenger's seat* (p. 130)*
Related information
•Climate – general information (p. 124)
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The location of the button varies, depending on whether the vehicle is equipped with the optional ventilated front seats

04 Climate
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.129
Heated seats
The front seat heating has three levels to increase comfort for the driver and passengerin cold weather. The rear outboard seat heating has three lev- els to increase comfort for the passengers incold weather.
Heated front seats*
The current seat temperature setting is shown in the center console display
Press the lower section of the button repeatedly untilthe desired number of indi-cator lights illuminate: Highest heat level – three indicator lights.
Medium heat level – two indicator lights.
Lowest heat level – one indicator light. If no indicator lights are illuminated, the seat heating is switched off. Seat heating will automatically switch off when the engine is switched off.
Starting the seat heating automaticallyThis setting starts heating the driver's seat (at the highest level) automatically when theengine is started if the ambient temperature isbelow approx. 50° F (10° C). Activate/deactivate this function in the MY CAR menu system, under
Settings
Climate settingsAuto start driver seat
heater.
Heated rear seats* 2
Heat control for the outboard seating posi- tions is done in the same way as for the frontseats.
Related information
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Climate – general information (p. 124)
• Electronic climate control (ECC) (p. 128)
• Ventilated seats (p. 130)
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Not available on models equipped with the optional integrated booster cushions

04 Climate
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130* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Ventilated seats
Seat ventilation can be used at the same time as seat heating (p. 129) to e.g., help remove
dampness from the seat occupant's clothing.
Ventilated front seats*The ventilation system consists of fans in theseats and backrests that draw air through theseat upholstery. The cooling effect increasesas the air in the passenger compartmentbecomes cooler. The ventilation is controlled by the ECC sys- tem (p. 128), which takes into account theseat temperature, sunlight in the passengercompartment, and the ambient temperature. The ventilation can be used at the same time as seat heating. The ventilation system can be activated when the engine is running. There are three comfortlevels that produce different cooling anddehumidifying effects:
• Level three: press the button once for maximum output – three indicator lightscome on.
• Level two: press the button twice for alower output – two indicator lights comeon.
• Level one: press the button three timesfor the lowest output – one indicator lightcomes on. •
Press the button a fourth time to switchoff the function – the indicator light will goout.
Related information
•Climate – general information (p. 124)
Temperature and blower control
When the vehicle is started, the most recent setting is resumed. The blower should always be activated to help avoid condensation and fogging on thewindows.
Temperature controlThe temperatures on thedriver and passenger sidescan be set separately.
NOTE
Heating or cooling cannot be speeded up by selecting a higher/lower temperaturethan the actual temperature required.
Blower controlTurn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwiseto decrease the blowerspeed. If
AUTO (p. 131) is
selected, blower speed willbe regulated automaticallyand this will override manual
adjustment.

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NOTE
If the blower is turned off completely, the air conditioning is disengaged, which mayresult in fogging on the windows.
Related information
•Climate – general information (p. 124)
• Electronic climate control (ECC) (p. 128)
• Air conditioning (p. 131)
• Climate – sensors (p. 124)
Automatic climate control
The Auto function automatically controls tem- perature (p. 130), air conditioning (p. 131),blower speed (p. 130), recirculation (p. 134)and air distribution (p. 126).
If you select one or moremanual functions, the otherfunctions continue to becontrolled automatically. Theair quality (p. 125) sensor isengaged and all manual set-tings are switched off when
AUTO is pressed. The display shows
AUTO
CLIMATE.
Blower speed in automatic mode can be set under
Climate settingsAutomatic blower
adjustment
. Choose between Low, Normalor High.
NOTE
Selecting the lowest blower speed may increases the risk of fog forming on thewindows.
Related information
• Climate – general information (p. 124)
Air conditioning
The air conditioning function cools and dehu- midifies the air in the passenger compart-ment.
When the indicator light inthe button is on, the air con-ditioning is controlled auto-matically. This cools/heatsand dehumidifies the incom-ing air. When the indicatorlight in the button is off, the
air conditioning is disengaged. Other func-tions are still controlled automatically. Whenmaximum defroster (p. 132) is selected, theair conditioning system is set for maximumblower speed and dehumidifies the cabin asquickly as possible.
Related information
• Climate – general information (p. 124)
• Automatic climate control (p. 131)

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Related information
•Climate – general information (p. 124)
• Automatic climate control (p. 131)
Air distribution – function
The air distribution function consists of three buttons.
Manual air distribution—defroster
Manual air distribution—dashboard air vents
Manual air distribution—floor
When a button is pressed, the corresponding figure will appear in the display with an arrowindicating which manual air flow has beenselected (see the following illustration). Seealso the air distribution chart (p. 135).
Air distribution is shown in the center console display
Related information
• Climate – general information (p. 124)
• Air distribution – general (p. 126)
• Air distribution – recirculation (p. 134)

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.249
Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – starting the engine
Remote key buttons used for remote engine start
Lock
Approach lighting
Starting the engineThe maximum range for ERS is approximately 100 ft (30 meters) if the view of the vehicle isunobstructed. The vehicle must also be
locked. To start the engine:
1. Press the lock button (1 ) briefly.
2. Immediately press the approach lighting button (2) for approximately 2 seconds.
If the requirements for ERS have been met, the following will occur: 1. The turn signals will flash several times.
2. The engine will start.
3. The turn signals will illuminate for
3 seconds to indicate that the engine has started.
After the engine has started, the vehicle remains locked but the alarm is disarmed.
Active functionsWhen the engine is started with ERS, the fol- lowing functions are activated: • The climate control system
• The infotainment system.
Deactivated functionsWhen the engine is started with ERS, the fol- lowing functions are deactivated: •Headlights
• Parking lights
• License plate lights
• Windshield wipers
Related information
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Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – switching off the engine (p. 249)
• Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – introduction(p. 248)
Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – switching off the engine
Any of the following will switch off the engine if it has been started with ERS:
• Pressing the lock button (1) or the unlock button (2) on the remote key
• Unlocking the vehicle
• Opening a door
• Depressing the accelerator or brake pedal
• Moving the gear selector from the
P posi-
tion
• If there are less than approx. 2.5 gallons(10 liters) of fuel in the tank
• More than 15 minutes have elapsed.
If the engine has been started with ERS and switches off, the turn signals will illuminate for3 seconds.
Message in the instrument panel
display
If ERS is interrupted, a text message will be displayed in the instrument panel.
Related information
• Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – introduction (p. 248)
• Engine Remote Start (ERS)* – starting theengine (p. 249)