2016 VOLVO XC70 inflation pressure

Contents
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Brakes – general..................................... 265
Brakes – symbols ................................... 267
Anti-lock braking system (ABS).............. 267
Brake lights............................................. 267
Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)....... 268
Parking brake – general information....... 268
Parking brake – applying........................ 269
Parking brake – releasing........................ 270
Parking brake – symbols and messages 271
Driving through water.............................. 272
Engine and cooling system..................... 273
Conserving electrical current.................. 273
Before a long distance trip...................... 273
Driving in cold weather........................... 274
Refueling – fuel requirements................. 275
Refueling – octane rating........................ 276Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler
door......................................................... 277
Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap...... 278
Emission controls.................................... 279
Economical driving.................................. 279
Towing a trailer....................................... 281
Detachable trailer hitch........................... 282
Trailer Stability Assist (TSA).................... 283
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Towing the vehicle.................................. 284
Towing eyelet.......................................... 284
Towing by tow truck............................... 285
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09 Wheels and tires
Tires – general information...................... 288
Tires – storage and age.......................... 289
Tires – tread wear indicator.................... 290
Tires – tire economy................................ 290
Changing a wheel – direction of rotation 291
Changing a wheel – removing wheel...... 291
Changing a wheel – spare wheel............ 294Changing a wheel – accessing the spare
wheel....................................................... 295
Changing a wheel – installing a wheel.... 295
Tire inflation – general information.......... 296
Tire inflation – checking pressure........... 297
Tire specifications................................... 298
Tire inflation – pressure table.................. 300
Loading specifications............................ 301
Loading specifications – load limit.......... 301
Tire specifications – terminology............ 302Tire specifications – Uniform Tire Quality
Grading................................................... 303
Snow chains............................................ 304
Snow tires/studded tires......................... 305
Tire pressure monitoring - introduction.. 305Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
– general information.............................. 306

Contents
8* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
– changing wheels.................................. 307 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
– recalibrating......................................... 308 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
– activating/deactivating......................... 308 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
– messages............................................. 309
Tire Monitor - introduction...................... 310
Calibrating Tire Monitor.......................... 310
Tire Monitor status information............... 311
Tire Monitor – messages......................... 312
Self-supporting run flat tires (SST).......... 313Tire sealing system* – general informa-
tion.......................................................... 313
Tire sealing system* – overview.............. 315
Tire sealing system* – sealing hole......... 316Tire sealing system – checking inflation
pressure.................................................. 318
Tire sealing system* – inflating tires........ 319Tire sealing system* – sealing compound
container................................................. 320
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10 Maintenance and servicing
Maintenance – introduction.................... 322
Maintenance – owner maintenance........ 323
Maintenance – hoisting........................... 324
Onboard Diagnostic System................... 325
Booking service and repairs .................. 325
Maintenance – opening/closing hood..... 327
Engine compartment – overview............ 328
Engine compartment – engine oil........... 329
Engine compartment – coolant............... 331
Engine compartment – brake fluid.......... 332Engine compartment – power steering
fluid......................................................... 333
Bulbs – introduction................................ 334
Bulbs – headlight housing....................... 335
Bulbs – cover.......................................... 336
Bulbs – low beam, Halogen.................... 336
Bulbs – high beam, Halogen................... 337
Bulbs – extra high beam......................... 337
Bulbs – front turn signals........................ 338
Bulbs – front side marker lights.............. 339
Bulbs – location of taillight bulbs............ 339
Bulbs – brake lights and taillights........... 340
Bulbs – license plate lighting.................. 340
Bulbs – cargo area lighting..................... 340
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Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting.................. 341
Bulbs – specifications............................. 341
Wiper blades – service position.............. 342
Wiper blades – windshield...................... 343
Wiper blades – tailgate........................... 344
Engine compartment – washer fluid....... 344
Battery – symbols................................... 345
Battery – handling................................... 345
Battery – maintenance............................ 346
Battery – changing.................................. 347
Fuses – introduction............................... 348
Fuses – engine compartment................. 350
Fuses – glove compartment................... 354
Fuses – cargo area/trunk........................ 357Fuses – engine compartment cold zone
(Start/Stop only)...................................... 358
Washing the car...................................... 360
Automatic car wash................................ 361
Polishing and waxing.............................. 361
Cleaning the interior................................ 362
Touching up paintwork........................... 364

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08 Starting and driving
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280* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
• Using the engine's optional Eco func- tion20
can help improve fuel economy. For
additional information, see ECO* (p. 261).
• Using the transmission's Sport mode 21
may increase fuel consumption some- what. Use the transmission's Drive ( D)
position as often as possible. For addi-tional information about Sport mode, seeTransmission – Geartronic (p. 253).
• Do not exceed posted speed limits.
• Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extraload) in the vehicle.
• Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tirepressure regularly (when tires are cold).
• Remove snow tires when threat of snowor ice has ended.
• Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,increase air resistance and also fuel con-sumption.
• At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-tion will be lower with the air conditioningon and the windows closed than with theair conditioning off and the windowsopen.
• Using the onboard trip computer's fuelconsumption modes can help you learnhow to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are: •
Dirty air cleaner
• Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
• Dragging brakes
• Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and oth-ers are checked at the standard maintenanceintervals.
WARNING
Driving with the tailgate open: Driving
with the tailgate open could lead to poi- sonous exhaust gases entering the pas-senger compartment. If the tailgate mustbe kept open for any reason, proceed asfollows: • Close the windows
• Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side win-dows and the blower control to itshighest setting.
Handling and roadholdingAt the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means thatthe steering wheel has to be turned morethan might seem appropriate for the curva-ture of a bend. This ensures good stabilityand reduces the risk of rear wheel skid.Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load inthe cargo area, the less the tendency toundersteer. •
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling.Therefore, check that the tires are inflatedto the recommended pressure accordingto the vehicle load. Loads should be dis-tributed so that capacity weight or maxi-mum permissible axle loads are notexceeded.
• At the specified curb weight your vehiclehas a tendency to understeer, whichmeans that the steering wheel has to beturned more than might seem appropriatefor the curvature of a bend. This ensuresgood stability and reduces the risk of rearwheel skid. Remember that these proper-ties can alter with the vehicle load. Theheavier the load in the cargo compart-ment, the less the tendency to under-steer.
Related information
• Climate – general information (p. 124)
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Available on certain 4-cyl. engines
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Towing a trailer
When towing a trailer, always observe the legal requirements of the state/province.
NOTE
For the maximum trailer and tongue weights recommended by Volvo, seeWeights (p. 372).
•All Volvo models are equipped with energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-ers. Trailer hitch installation should notinterfere with the proper operation of thisbumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any particular problems, but take into considera-tion: • Increase tire pressure to recommended full pressure, see Tire inflation – pressuretable (p. 300).
• When your vehicle is new, avoid towingheavy trailers during the first 620 miles(1,000 km).
• Maximum speed when towing a trailer:50 mph (80 km/h).
• Engine and transmission are subject toincreased loads. Therefore, engine cool-ant temperature should be closelywatched when driving in hot climates orhilly terrain. Use a lower gear and turn offthe air conditioner if the temperaturegauge needle enters the red range. •
If the automatic transmission begins tooverheat, a message will be displayed inthe text window.
• Avoid overload and other abusive opera-tion.
• Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-ity, and economy.
• It is necessary to balance trailer brakeswith the towing vehicle brakes to providea safe stop (check and observe state/local regulations).
• Do not connect the trailer's brake systemdirectly to the vehicle's brake system.
• More frequent vehicle maintenance isrequired.
• Remove the ball holder when the hitch isnot being used.
NOTE
• When parking the vehicle with a trailer on a hill, apply the parking brakebefore putting the gear selector in
P.
Always follow the trailer manufactur-er's recommendations for wheelchocking.
• When starting on a hill, put the gearselector in
D before releasing the park-
ing brake.
• If you use the manual (Geartronic) shiftpositions while towing a trailer, makesure the gear you select does not puttoo much strain on the engine (usingtoo high a gear).
• The drawbar assembly/trailer hitchmay be rated for trailers heavier thanthe vehicle is designed to tow. Pleaseadhere to Volvo's recommended trailerweights.
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclinesof more than 15%.

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Tires – general information
Your vehicle is equipped with tires according to the vehicle's tire information placard on theB-pillar (the structural member at the side ofthe vehicle, at the rear of the driver's dooropening).
Introduction
CAUTION
Some Volvo models are equipped with an Ultra High Performance tire and wheelcombination designed to provide maxi-mum dry pavement performance with con-sideration for hydroplaning resistance.They may be more susceptible to roadhazard damage and, depending on drivingconditions, may achieve a tread life of lessthan 20,000 miles (30,000 km). Even if thisvehicle is equipped with Volvo’s advancedAWD or stability system, these tires are notdesigned for winter driving, and should bereplaced with winter tires when weatherconditions dictate.
The tires have good road holding characteris- tics and offer good handling on dry and wetsurfaces. It should be noted however that thetires have been developed to give these fea-tures on snow/ice-free surfaces. Most models are equipped with "all-season" tires, which provide a somewhat higherdegree of road holding on slippery surfacesthan tires without the "all-season" rating.However, for optimum road holding on icy orsnow-covered roads, we recommend suitablewinter tires on all four wheels. When replacing tires, be sure that the new tires are the same size designation, type(radial) and preferably from the same manu-facturer, on all four wheels. Otherwise there isa risk of altering the car's roadholding andhandling characteristics.
Tire rotationYour vehicle has no required tire rotation. Tirewear is affected by a number of factors suchas tire inflation, ambient temperature, drivingstyle, etc.
NOTE
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If the tires are rotated, they should only be moved from front to rear orvice versa. They should never be rota-ted left to right/right to left.
• Ideally, tire rotation should be done thefirst time after approximately 3,000miles (5,000 km) and thereafter at6,000-mile (10,000-km) intervals.Some customers find that tire rotationmay help to get extra mileage from tirelife.
• Tire rotation should only be performedif front/rear tire wear is fairly even andtread height is above 1/16" (1.6 mm).
Related information
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Tire inflation – pressure table (p. 300)
• Tire specifications (p. 298)
• Changing a wheel – direction of rotation (p. 291)
• Tires – tread wear indicator (p. 290)

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Tires – storage and age
When storing complete wheels (tires mounted on rims), they should be suspended off thefloor or placed on their sides on the floor.
New Tires
Remember that tires are perishable goods. Asof 2000, the manufacturing week and year(Department of Transportation (DOT) stamp)will be indicated with 4 digits (e.g., 1513means that the tire illustrated was manufac-tured during week 15 of 2013).
Tire ageTires degrade over time, even when they are not being used. It is recommended that tiresgenerally be replaced after 6 years of normalservice. Heat caused by hot climates, fre-quent high loading conditions or Ultra Violet(U.V.) exposure can accelerate the agingprocess. The temporary spare
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be replaced at 6-year intervals, even if it hasnever been used. A tire's age can be determined by the DOT stamp on the sidewall (see the illustration). A tire with e.g., visible cracks or discoloration should be replaced immediately.
Storing wheels and tiresWhen storing completes wheels (tires moun-ted on rims), they should be suspended offthe floor or placed on their sides on the floor. Tires not mounted on rims should be stored on their sides or standing upright, but shouldnot be suspended.
CAUTION
Tires should preferably be stored in a cool, dry, dark place, and should never bestored in close proximity to solvents, gaso-line, oils, etc.
WARNING
• The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo are specified to meet stringent stabilityand handling requirements. Unap-proved wheel/tire size combinationscan negatively affect your vehicle'sstability and handling.
• Any damage caused by installation ofunapproved wheel/tire size combina-tions will not be covered by your newvehicle warranty. Volvo assumes noresponsibility for death, injury, orexpenses that may result from suchinstallations.
Related information
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Tire inflation – pressure table (p. 300)
• Tire specifications (p. 298)
• Tire specifications (p. 298)
• Changing a wheel – direction of rotation (p. 291)
• Tires – tread wear indicator (p. 290)
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Tires – tread wear indicator
The tires have wear indicator strips running across or parallel to the tread.
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The letters TWI are printed on the side of the
tire. When approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) is left on the tread, these strips become visibleand indicate that the tire should be replaced.Tires with less than 1/16" (1.6 mm) tread offervery poor traction. When replacing worn tires, it is recommended that the tire be identical in type (radial) andsize as the one being replaced. Using a tire ofthe same make (manufacturer) will preventalteration of the driving characteristics of thevehicle.
Related information
• Tire inflation – pressure table (p. 300)
• Tire specifications (p. 298) •
Changing a wheel – direction of rotation (p. 291)
• Tires – storage and age (p. 289)
Tires – tire economy
A smooth driving style and correct inflation pressure can help prolong the tires' servicelife. • Maintain correct tire pressure. The tire inflation table, see Tire inflation – pressuretable (p. 300).
• Avoid fast starts, hard braking and tirescreeching.
• Tire wear increases with speed.
• Correct front wheel alignment is veryimportant.
• Unbalanced wheels impair tire economyand driving comfort.
• Tires must maintain the same direction ofrotation throughout their lifetime.
• When replacing tires, the tires with themost tread should be mounted on therear wheels to reduce the chance of over-steer during hard braking.
• Hitting curbs or potholes can damage thetires and/or wheels permanently.

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Changing a wheel – direction of rotation
Incorrectly mounted tires impair the car's braking properties and ability to force asiderain, snow and slush.
Summer and winter tires
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The arrows shows the direction of rotation of the tire
• The tires with the most tread should always be on the rear axle (to help reducethe risk of skidding).
• When switching between summer andwinter tires, mark the tires to indicatewhere they were mounted on the car,e.g., LF = left front, RR = right rear
• Tires with tread designed to roll in onlyone direction are marked with an arrowon the sidewall.
• Contact a Volvo workshop if you areunsure about the tread depth.
Related information
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Tire inflation – pressure table (p. 300)
• Tire specifications (p. 298)
• Tires – storage and age (p. 289)
• Tires – tread wear indicator (p. 290)
Changing a wheel – removing wheel
Wheel changes should always be carried out correctly.
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Location of jack and tools
Changing a wheel1. Apply the parking brake and put the gear
selector in P.
2. Take out the jack*, lug wrench*, the tool for removing the plastic covers on the wheel nuts, the towing eyelet and thewheel cover removal tool (certain modelsonly) stowed under the floor of the cargoarea.