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Power windows
All power windows can be operated using the control panel in the driver's door. The controlpanels in the other doors only operate the win-dow in the respective doors.
Driver's door control panel
Switch for disengaging rear door power win- dow buttons
Rear door window controls
Front door window controls.
WARNING
• Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is unattended to put the ignition in mode
0 (see Ignition modes (p. 80) for
information about the ignition modes).
• Never leave children unattended in the vehicle.
• Make sure that the windows are com-pletely unobstructed before they areoperated.
Operating
Operating the power windows
Manual up/down
Auto up/down.
For the power windows to function, the ignition must be in at least mode I. When the vehicle has
been running, the power windows can be oper- ated for several minutes after the remote key has been removed from the ignition slot, or until adoor has been opened.
NOTE
•
Movement of the windows will stop if they are obstructed in any way.
• To reduce buffeting wind noise if the rearwindows are opened, also open the frontwindows slightly.
Manual up/down
–Move one of the controls up/down slightly.
> The power windows move up/down as
long as the control is held in position.
Auto up/down
–Move one of the controls up/down as far as possible and release it.
> The window will open or close completely.
ResettingIf the battery has been disconnected, the auto open function must be reset so that it will workproperly.
1. Gently raise the front section of the button to close the window and hold it for one second.
2. Release the button briefly.
3. Raise the front section of the button again for one second.
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Power door mirrors
The control on the driver's door is used to adjust the position of the door mirrors.
Door mirror controls
Adjusting1. Press the L button for the left door mirror or
the R button for the right door mirror. The
light in the button comes on.
2. Adjust the position with the joystick in the center.
3. Press the L or R button again. The light
should no longer be on.
WARNING
Objects seen in the mirrors may appear fur- ther away than they actually are.
Retractable power door mirrors *The mirrors can be retracted for parking/driving in narrow spaces: 1.
Press down the L and R buttons at the same
time.
2. Release them after approximately one sec- ond. The mirrors automatically stop in the fully retracted position.
Fold out the mirrors by pressing down the L and
R buttons at the same time. The mirrors automat-
ically stop in the fully extended position.
Storing the position *The mirror positions are stored in the key mem-ory when the vehicle has been locked with theremote key. When the vehicle is unlocked withthe same remote control the mirrors and the driv-er's seat adopt the stored positions when thedriver's door is opened. The function can be activated/deactivated in MY CAR under
SettingsCar settingsCar
key memory
Personal settings in key
memory. See My Car – introduction (p. 77) for a
description of the menu system.
Tilting the door mirrors when parking *
The door mirrors can be tilted down to help give the driver a better view along the sides of thevehicle, for example when parallel parking. To activate this function, select reverse gear and press the
L or R mirror control button to tilt the
mirror down. The function can be activated/deactivated in MY CAR under
SettingsCar settings
Side mirror settingsTilt left mirror or Tilt
right mirror. See My Car – introduction (p. 77)
for a description of the menu system. The door mirror will reset to its normal position:
• after 10 seconds when reverse is disen- gaged and the car remains stopped.
• immediately when reverse is disengaged andthe vehicle's forward speed exceeds approxi-mately 6 mph (10 km/h).
• immediately if you press the corresponding
L
or R button again.
• when the engine is turned off.
• when the side mirrors are folded in.
NOTE
Only one mirror can be tilted down at a time.
Home safe and approach lightingThe light on the door mirrors comes on when approach lighting or home safe lighting isselected, see Approach lighting (p. 99) andHome safe lighting (p. 99).
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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Tilt position
G028900
Tilt position, raised at the rear edge
Open by pressing the rear edge of the con- trol upward.
Close by pulling the rear edge of the control downward and hold it until the moonroof hasclosed completely.
HomeLink ®
Wireless Control
System * – introduction
HomeLink ®
can be used to open garage doors,
gates, etc.WARNING
• If you use HomeLink ®
to open a garage
door or gate, be sure no one is near the gate or door while it is in motion.
• When programming a garage dooropener, it is advised to park outside of thegarage.
• Do not use HomeLink ®
with any garage
door opener that lacks safety stop andreverse features as required by U.S. fed-eral safety standards (this includes anygarage door opener model manufacturedbefore April 1, 1982). A garage door thatcannot detect an object - signaling thedoor to stop and reverse - does not meetcurrent U.S. federal safety standards. Formore information, contact HomeLink at:www.homelink.com.
The HomeLink ®
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Wireless Control System pro-
vides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held radio-frequency (RF) transmitters usedto activate devices such as gate operators,garage door openers, entry door locks, securitysystems, even home lighting. Additional informa-tion can be found on the Internet at,www.homelink.com/www.youtube.com/HomeLinkGentex or by phoning the hotline at 1–800–355–3515. Retain the original transmitter of the RF device you are programming for use in other vehicles as
22 HomeLink and the HomeLink house are registered trademarks of Gentex Corporation.
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MessageDescription
Time for reg- ular mainte-nanceTime for regular service at an authorized Volvo workshop.The timing is determined bythe number of miles driven,number of months since thelast service, engine runningtime.
Maintenance overdueIf the service intervals are not followed, the warranty doesnot cover any damaged parts.Contact an authorized Volvoworkshop for service.
Temporarily OFFAA function has been tempo- rarily switched off and isreset automatically while driv-ing or after starting again.
Low battery Power savemodeThe audio system is switched off to save current. Chargethe battery.
AThere will also be a system-specific part of this message
Related information
• Information displays – introduction (p. 69)
• Information display – menu overview (p. 115)
• Information display – menu controls (p. 114)
Trip computer – introduction
The content and appearance of the trip com- puter varies depending on whether the vehicle isequipped with an Analog or Digital instrument
panel.
Analog information display and controls
Digital information displays and controls
The instrument panel illuminates as soon as the vehicle is unlocked and trip computer settingscan be made. If none of the trip computer's con-trols are used within 30 seconds after the driver'sdoor has been opened, the instrument panellighting will go out and the trip computer cannotbe used again until: • the ignition is put in mode
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• the engine is started
NOTE
If a warning message appears while you are using the trip computer, this message mustbe acknowledged in order to return to the tripcomputer function. Acknowledge a message by pressing
OK.
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See Ignition modes (p. 80) for information about the various ignition modes.
LOADING AND STORAGE
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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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 connector.
Includes cup holder for driver and passenger, 12-volt socket (p. 142) and a small storagecompartment.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 140)
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. 80). The
sockets are located between the cup holders inthe tunnel console and on the rear side of the
tunnel console (p. 142) for rear seat passen-gers.
12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
12-volt socket in the rear center console
The maximum current consumption is 10A (120W) if only one of the 12-volt sockets in thepassenger compartment is in use. If both thefront and rear sockets are used at the same time,the maximum current consumption per socket is7.5A (90W). The auxiliary sockets can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette lighters andashtrays can be purchased from your Volvoretailer.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 140)
• 12-volt socket in the cargo area
* (p. 143)
LOCKS AND ALARM
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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. 169) whenever the vehicle is locked with the remotekey. When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the vehicle. The followingconditions 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 not coded to thecar's ignition).
• The battery is disconnected (while the alarmis armed).
• The siren is disconnected when the alarm isdisarmed.
A message will appear in the information displayif a fault should occur in the alarm system. Con-tact a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-cian.
NOTE
Do not attempt to repair any of the compo- nents in the alarm system yourself. This couldaffect the insurance policy on the vehicle.
Related information
• Alarm – turning off (p. 170)
• Alarm signal (p. 169)
• Alarm indicator (p. 168)
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. 169)
• The indicator light flashes at one-secondintervals: the alarm is armed
• The indicator light flashes rapidly before theremote key is inserted in the ignition slot and the ignition is put in mode
I: the alarm has
been triggered.
Related information
• Alarm – general information (p. 168)
• Alarm – turning off (p. 170)
• Alarm signal (p. 169)
DRIVER SUPPORT
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Active chassis * (Four C)
Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates the characteristicsof the shock absorbers so that the vehicle's driv-ing characteristics can be adjusted. There arethree settings: Comfort, Sport and Advanced.
Operation
Chassis settings
Use the buttons in the center console to change setting. The setting in use when the engine isswitched off is activated the next time the engineis started.
Comfort
Comfort mode offers a somewhat softer ride and the transmission shifts gears at lower rpm. Thismode is particularly suitable for long-distancehighway driving. The indicator light in the buttonwill be on when this mode is selected.
Sport
In this mode, the vehicle's body sway is reduced during cornering and steering response is moreimmediate. The transmission shifts up at higherrpm for sportier driving. The indicator light in thebutton will be on to indicate that Sport mode hasbeen selected.
Advanced
In this mode, body sway in curves is minimal and steering response is very direct. Gear shifting isdone at high rpm in each gear for dynamic andactive driving.
Related information
• Adjustable steering force
* (p. 177)
Stability system – introduction The Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system consists of a number of functions designed tohelp reduce wheel spin, counteract skidding andto generally help improve directional stability.
A pulsating sound will be audible when the system is actively operating and isnormal. Acceleration will also beslightly slower than normal.
WARNING
ESC is a supplementary aid and cannot deal with all situations or road conditions. The driver is always responsible for operating the vehicle in a safe manner in accordancewith current traffic regulations.
ESC consists of the following functions: • Traction control
• Spin control
• Active Yaw Control
• Engine Drag Control
• Corner Traction Control
Traction Control (TC)
This function is designed to help reduce wheel spin at low speeds by transferring power from adrive wheel that begins to lose traction to thewheel on the opposite side of the vehicle (on thesame axle).
DRIVER SUPPORT
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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 vehicle iseasy 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. 77).
NOTE
This steering force level menu function can- not be accessed when the vehicle is inmotion.
NOTE
In certain situations, the power steering may become too warm and will have to be tempo-rarily cooled down. While this is happening,the power steering effect will be reducedslightly and somewhat more effort may berequired to turn the steering wheel. If this occurs, a message will be displayed in the instrument panel.
Related information
• Active chassis
* (Four C) (p. 172)
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 center console.
WARNING
RSI does not function in all situations and is only intended to provide supplementary infor-mation. The driver is always responsible for operating the vehicle safely.
Related information
• Road Sign Information (RSI) – operation (p. 178)
• Road Sign Information (RSI) – limitations(p. 178)