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Checking the level
The fluid reservoir is concealed under the round cover at the rear of the engine compartment. Theround cover must be removed first before thereservoir cap can be accessed. Check, without removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir. Fluid type: DOT 4 boiling point >536 °F
(>280 °C).Replace : The fluid should be replaced according
to the intervals specified in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. When driving under extremely hard conditions (mountain driving, etc), it may be necessary toreplace the fluid more often. Consult a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician. Always entrust brake fluid changing to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
• If the fluid level is below the
MIN mark in
the reservoir or if a brake-related mes- sage is shown in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE . Have the car towed to a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni- cian and have the brake system inspec-ted.
• Dot 4 should never be mixed with anyother type of brake fluid.
Filling
1. Turn and open the cover.
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the fluid.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks.Engine compartment – power steering fluid
The fluid level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. For capacities and recommended
fluid grade, see Fuel tank volume – specification and volume (p. 387).
Check the level frequently. It does not normally require changing.
WARNING
If a problem should occur in the power steer- ing system or if the vehicle has no electricalcurrent and must be towed, it is still possibleto steer the vehicle. However, keep in mindthat greater effort will be required to turn thesteering wheel.
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Washing the car
The vehicle should be washed at regular inter- vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spotsadhere to the paint and may cause damage. Tohelp prevent corrosion, it is particularly importantto wash the car frequently in the wintertime.
The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning the car:
CAUTION
Avoid using car washing detergents with a pH value lower than 3.5 or higher than 11.5.Doing so could result in discoloring of ano-dized aluminum surfaces on e.g., roof rails orthe frames around the side windows.
• Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight. Doing so may cause detergents and wax todry out and become abrasive. To avoidscratching, use lukewarm water to soften thedirt before you wash with a soft sponge, andplenty of sudsy water.
• Bird droppings
: Remove from paintwork as
soon as possible. Otherwise the finish maybe permanently damaged.
• A detergent can be used to facilitate thesoftening of dirt and oil.
• Dry the car with a clean chamois andremember to clean the drain holes in thedoors and rocker panels. •
Tar spots can be removed with tar removerafter the car has been washed.
• A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapywater can be used to clean the wiper blades.Frequent cleaning of the windshield andwiper blades improves visibility considerablyand also helps prolong the service life of thewiper blades.
• Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheelhousings, fenders, etc).
• In areas of high industrial fallout, more fre-quent washing is recommended.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills.
CAUTION
•
During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece must never be closer to thevehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not sprayinto the locks.
• Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights canreduce lighting capacity considerably.Clean the headlights regularly, for exam-ple when refueling.
Special moonroof cautions:
• Always close the moonroof and sunshade before washing your vehicle.
• Never use abrasive cleaning agents onthe moonroof.
• Never use wax on the rubber sealsaround the moonroof.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special cleaning products, available at your Volvo retailer, forcleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamentalcomponents such as chromed strips on the exte-rior of your vehicle. The instructions for usingthese products should be followed carefully. Sol-vents or stain removers should not be used.
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SPECIFICATIONS
387
Power steering – specification
This fluid is used to help reduce and regulate steering force.
Specification: Power steering fluid recom-
mended by Volvo.
Related information
• Engine compartment – power steering fluid (p. 343)
Fuel tank volume – specification and volume The table lists the fuel tank volume for your vehi- cle.
VolumeSpecification
17.8 US gallons (67.5 liters)–
Related information
•Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler door (p. 289)
• Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap(p. 290)
• Refueling – octane rating (p. 287)
• Engine specifications (p. 383)
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INDEX
400Rear park assist 237, 245
Rear seat head restraints 86Rear seats
center head restraint 85
folding 85, 87
heated 131
Rearview mirror auto-dim function 106
compass 107
Rear window defroster 106
Recalls 28
Recalls, child restraints 49
Refrigerant 389
Refueling 286, 287 fuel filler cap 290
fuel filler door 289, 290
fuel tank volume 387
Registering child restraints 49 Remote control private locking 156
Remote key 150, 151, 152, 154, 157 approach lighting 153
immobilizer 152
key blade 150, 151, 152, 154, 155,156 , 157
locking the vehicle 153
replacing the battery 158
unlocking the vehicle 153
Reporting safety defects 29
Roadside Assistance 25
Road sign information (RSI) 177
Roof loads 144
S
Safety, occupant 28
Safety defects, reporting 29
Safety mode 45Seat belt reminder 32
Seat belts Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor 49
buckling 31
maintenance 31
pretensioners 30
reminder 32
reminder warning light 75
securing child restraint systems 51, 53, 55
unbuckling 31
use during pregnancy 33
using 30
Seats, front 81, 82
Sensus 113 Service connected service booking 335
Shiftlock 15 override 267
Side door mirrors 104, 105
Side impact airbags 41
Sign information (RSI) 177
Snow chains 315
Snow tires 315, 316
Spare tire 306
Spin control 172, 173SRS 33
Stability system 172, 173, 175 Corner Traction Control (CTC) 173
Engine Drag Control (EDC) 173
indicator light 74
Start/Stop (engine function) 267, 268, 269, 270, 271, 272
Starting the engine 258 remote start 260
with keyless drive 258
Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode) 45, 46, 47
Start inhibitor (immobilizer) 152
Steel grid in cargo area 148