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Tunnel console
The tunnel console is located between the front seats.
Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under armrest, AUX input/USB connec-tor.
Includes cup holder for driver and pas- senger, 12-volt socket (p. 140) and asmall storage compartment.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 138)
Tunnel console – 12-volt sockets
The electrical sockets can be used for 12-volt accessories such as cell phone chargers andcoolers. For the socket to supply current, theignition must be in at least mode
I (p. 79). The
sockets are located between the cup holdersin the tunnel console and on the rear side ofthe tunnel console (p. 140) for rear seat pas-sengers.
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12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
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12-volt socket in the rear center console
The maximum current consumption is 10A (120W) if only one of the 12-volt sockets inthe passenger compartment is in use. If boththe front and rear sockets are used at thesame time, the maximum current consump-tion per socket is 7.5A (90W). The auxiliary sockets can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarettelighters and ashtrays can be purchased fromyour Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 138)
• 12-volt socket in the cargo area* (p. 141)

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Floor rails and hooks – general information
The floor of the cargo compartment has rails on opposite sides of the vehicle equippedwith hooks for anchoring loads with straps,nets, etc.
Load secured in upper and lower hooks
Cleaning the railsDirt or other small objects that collect in the rails can make moving, locking, unlocking,and removing the hooks more difficult.Objects can be removed from the rails with avacuum cleaner, and the rails can be cleanedwith a moist cloth.
Related information
•Loading – general (p. 142)
• Floor rails and hooks – inserting (p. 145)
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To move a hook, fold it down in the direc- tion in which its opening points.
Press the hook down lightly and move it to the desired position.
Fold up the hook. It will lock in place.
NOTE
There should be at least 2 in. (50 cm) between the hooks in the rail.
WARNING
Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P when
loading and unloading the vehicle.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 142)
• Floor rails and hooks – inserting (p. 145)
• Floor rails and hooks – removing (p. 145)
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Power tailgate – automatic opening/ closing
The power tailgate can be opened/closed using a button on the lighting panel or on theremote key.
Automatic openingThe power tailgate can be opened automati-cally in the three ways:
• By pressing and holding the
but-
ton on the lighting panel until the tailgate begins to open.
• By pressing and holding the
but-
ton on the remote key until the tailgate begins to open.
• By pressing the rubber-covered buttonunder the outer handle on the tailgate.
The taillights illuminate automatically when the automatic open function is used.
CAUTION
Be sure that there is adequate space above and behind the vehicle before open-ing the tailgate automatically. The vehicle should not be driven or moved with the tailgate in the open position. How-ever, if the vehicle is moved with the tail-gate in the open position, the automaticclosing function will be inoperative untilone of the following occurs:
• The tailgate is closed manually
• The ignition is switched off and the key is removed for approximately 10minutes (the tailgate will function againafter restart).
NOTE
If the tailgate has been opened and closed continuously too long, the automatic func-tion will be deactivated to avoid overload-ing the electrical system. The automaticfunction can be used again after approxi-mately 2 minutes. If the vehicle's battery has been dis- charged or disconnected, or if the tailgatehas been open for more than 24 hours, thetailgate must be opened and closed oncemanually to reset the system.
Automatic closingThe power tailgate can be closed by pressing the
-button on the tailgate (see the
illustration) or by pressing it down.
WARNING
Be sure that no one is near the tailgate when it is opened or closed automatically.The tailgate should never be obstructed inany way when it is operated.
Related information
• Locking/unlocking – tailgate (p. 168)

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Alarm – general information
The alarm system provides a warning if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle. The alarm is automatically armed (p. 172) whenever the vehicle is locked with theremote key. When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the vehicle. The follow-ing conditions will trigger the alarm:• The hood is forced open.
• The tailgate is forced open.
• A door is forced open.
• The ignition slot is tampered with.
• An attempt is made to start the vehicle with a non-approved key (a key notcoded to the car's ignition).
• The battery is disconnected (while thealarm is armed).
• The siren is disconnected when the alarmis disarmed.
A message will appear in the information dis- play if a fault should occur in the alarm sys-tem. Contact a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.
NOTE
Do not attempt to repair any of the compo- nents in the alarm system yourself. Thiscould affect the insurance policy on thevehicle.
Related information
• Alarm – turning off (p. 173)
• Alarm signal (p. 172)
• Alarm indicator (p. 171)
Alarm indicator
The status of the alarm system is indicated by the red indicator light on the dashboard (seeillustration):
•Indicator light off: the alarm is not armed (p. 172)
• The indicator light flashes at one-secondintervals: the alarm is armed
• The indicator light flashes rapidly beforethe remote key is inserted in the ignitionslot and the ignition is put in mode
I: the
alarm has been triggered.
Related information
• Alarm – general information (p. 171)
• Alarm – turning off (p. 173)
• Alarm signal (p. 172)

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Active chassis* (Four C)
Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates thecharacteristics of the shock absorbers so thatthe vehicle's driving characteristics can beadjusted. There are three settings: Comfort,Sport and Advanced.
Operation
Chassis settings
Use the buttons in the center console to change setting. The setting in use when theengine is switched off is activated the nexttime the engine is started.
NOTE
This system is available on Canadian mod- els only.
ComfortComfort mode offers a somewhat softer ride and the transmission shifts gears at lowerrpm. This mode is particularly suitable forlong-distance highway driving. The indicatorlight in the button will be on when this modeis selected.
SportIn this mode, the vehicle's body sway is reduced during cornering and steeringresponse is more immediate. The transmis-sion shifts up at higher rpm for sportier driv-ing. The indicator light in the button will be onto indicate that Sport mode has beenselected.
AdvancedIn this mode, body sway in curves is minimal and steering response is very direct. Gearshifting is done at high rpm in each gear fordynamic and active driving.
Related information
• Adjustable steering force* (p. 179)
Stability system – introduction
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system consists of a number of functions designed tohelp reduce wheel spin, counteract skiddingand to generally help improve directional sta-bility.
A pulsating sound will be audiblewhen the system is actively operat-ing and is normal. Acceleration willalso be slightly slower than normal.
WARNING
ESC is a supplementary aid and cannot deal with all situations or road conditions. The driver is always responsible for oper- ating the vehicle in a safe manner inaccordance with current traffic regulations.
ESC consists of the following functions:
• Traction control
• Spin control
• Active Yaw Control
• Trailer Stability Assist
Traction Control (TC)This function is designed to help reduce wheel spin at low speeds by transferringpower from a drive wheel that begins to losetraction to the wheel on the opposite side ofthe vehicle (on the same axle).

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Adjustable steering force*
Steering force increases with the speed of the vehicle to give the driver enhanced sense ofcontrol and stability. At low speed the vehicleis easy to steer in order to facilitate parking,etc.
Adjustable steering force*Steering force can be changed under MY
CAR
Car settingsSteering wheel
force
. Select Low, Medium or High. For a
description of the menu system, My Car – introduction (p. 76).
NOTE
This steering force level menu function cannot be accessed when the vehicle is inmotion.
NOTE
In certain situations, the power steering may become too warm and will have to betemporarily cooled down. While this ishappening, the power steering effect willbe reduced slightly and somewhat moreeffort may be required to turn the steeringwheel. If this occurs, a message will be displayed in the instrument panel.
Related information
• Active chassis* (Four C) (p. 175)
Road Sign Information (RSI)* – introduction
RSI is a feature that helps the driver see road signs with the posted speed limit.
Introduction
Examples of readable road signs If the vehicle passes a sign showing the speed limit, this will be displayed in the centerconsole.
WARNING
RSI does not function in all situations and is only intended to provide supplementaryinformation. The driver is always responsible for oper- ating the vehicle safely.
Related information
•Road Sign Information (RSI) – operation (p. 180)
• Road Sign Information (RSI) – limitations(p. 180)

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Operation
Controls and display
Resume previous settings.
Off/On/Standby mode
Decrease/increase time interval
Put in active mode and set a speed (each additional press increases/decreasesspeed by 1 mph (approximately 2 km/h))
Set speed (shown in green when active,
shown in white when in standby mode)
Time interval
ACC active ( green symbol) or in standby
mode ( white symbol)
Related information
•Toggling between ACC and CC (standard Cruise Control) (p. 183)
• Cruise control (CC) – introduction (p. 181) •
Adaptive Cruise Control – troubleshooting(p. 197)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – symbols andmessages (p. 195)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – setting timeinterval (p. 189)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – setting speed(p. 188)
• Radar sensor (p. 193)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) – QueueAssist (p. 191)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – passinganother vehicle (p. 191)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – limitations(p. 193)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – function(p. 185)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – engaging(p. 187)
• Adaptive Cruise Control – deactivating(p. 189)
Adaptive Cruise Control – function
Function
Function overview 2
Warning light, braking by driver required
Controls in steering wheel
Radar sensor in front grille
Adaptive Cruise Control consists of: • A cruise control system to maintain a set speed
• A system to maintain a set distance to thevehicle ahead, which is expressed as atime interval. For example, you canchoose to remain approximately 2 sec-onds behind the vehicle ahead. Theactual distance required to maintain a2-second interval will vary according thespeed of the vehicles.

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WARNING
• Adaptive Cruise Control is not a colli- sion avoidance system. The driver isalways responsible for applying thebrakes if the system does not detectanother vehicle.
• Adaptive Cruise Control does not reactto people or animals, or small vehiclessuch as bicycles and motorcycles. Italso does not react to slow moving,parked or approaching vehicles, orstationary objects.
• Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control indemanding driving conditions such ascity driving or other heavy traffic situa-tions, in slippery conditions, whenthere is a great deal of water or slushon the road, during heavy rain orsnow, in poor visibility, on windingroads or on highway on- or off-ramps.
The distance to the vehicle ahead (in the same lane) is monitored by a radar sensor.Your vehicle's speed is regulated by acceler-ating and braking. The brakes may emit asound when they are being modulated by theadaptive cruise control system. This is nor-mal.
WARNING
The brake pedal moves when the adaptive cruise control system modulates thebrakes. Do not rest your foot under thebrake pedal.
The ACC system is designed to smoothly regulate speed. However, the driver mustapply the brakes in situations that requireimmediate braking. This applies when thereare great differences in speed between vehi-cles, or if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly.
WARNING
Due to limitations in the radar sensor, braking may occur unexpectedly or not atall, see Adaptive Cruise Control – limita-tions (p. 193).
Adaptive Cruise Control can be put in active mode at any permitted speed. However, if thevehicle's speed falls below 18 mph (30 km/h)or if engine speed (rpm) becomes too low,ACC disengages (goes into standby mode)and will no longer modulate the brakes. Thedriver will then have to maintain a safe dis-tance to the vehicle ahead.
WARNING
When Adaptive Cruise Control is in standby mode or is switched off com-pletely, the brakes will not be modulatedautomatically. The driver must assume fullcontrol over the vehicle.
Warning light—driver braking requiredAdaptive Cruise Control can exert brake force that is equivalent to approximately 40% ofthe vehicle's total braking capacity. In situa-tions requiring more brake force than ACCcan provide and if the driver does not applythe brakes, an audible signal from the Colli-sion Warning system will sound and warninglight will illuminate (see Collision warning* –function (p. 211)) in the windshield to alertthe driver to react.
NOTE
Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light contrasts, the use of sunglasses, or if thedriver is not looking straight ahead maymake the visual warning signal in the wind-shield difficult to see.
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The illustration is generic; details will vary, depending on the model