
CLIMATE
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Climate – general information
The vehicle is equipped with Electronic Climate
Control (ECC) (p. 130) that cools, heats ordehumidifies the air in the passenger compart-ment.
Air conditioning
NOTE
• The air conditioning can be switched off, but to ensure the best possible climatecomfort in the passenger compartmentand to prevent the windows from misting,it should always be on.
• In warm weather, a small amount of watermay accumulate under the car when ithas been parked. This water is condensa-tion from the A/C system and is normal.
Side windows and moonroofTo ensure that the air conditioning works opti- mally, the side windows, and the optional moon-roof should be closed.
Fog on the inside of the windowsThe defroster function (p. 133) should be usedto remove fog or mist from the inside of the win-dows. Keeping the windows clean with a com-mercially available window washing spray will alsohelp prevent fogging or misting.
Temporary shut-off of the air conditioning
The air conditioning (p. 133) is momentarily dis- engaged during full acceleration or when drivinguphill with a trailer. This may result in a temporaryincrease 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 climate sys-tem. Work of this type should only be done by atrained and qualified Volvo service technician.
RefrigerantVolvo cares about the environment. The air condi-tioning system in your car contains a CFC-freerefrigerant – R134a. This substance will notdeplete the ozone layer. The air conditioning sys-tem contains 1.76 lbs (800 g) of R134a. Thesystems uses PAG oil.
Related information
• Climate – sensors (p. 126)
• Climate – menu settings (p. 128)
Climate – sensors
The climate system utilizes a number of sensors to help regulate the temperature and humiditylevel 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. Thiscan mean that the temperature may differbetween the right and left-side air vents, evenif the temperatures set for both sides of thepassenger compartment are the same.
•
The temperature sensor for the passenger compartment is located below the climatecontrol panel.
• The outside (ambient) temperature sensor islocated on the door mirror.
• The humidity sensor
* is located in the interior
rearview mirror.
NOTE
Do not cover or block the sensors with cloth- ing or other objects.

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Related information
•Climate – general information (p. 126)
Air quality
The passenger compartment has been designed to be pleasant and comfortable, even for peoplewith asthma and contact allergies.
Passenger compartment filterReplace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. Please refer to your War-ranty and Service Records Information booklet, orconsult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-nician for these intervals. The filter should bereplaced more often when driving under dirty anddusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleanedand therefore should always be replaced with anew one.
NOTE
There are different types of cabin air filters. Ensure that the correct type is installed.
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)A multifilter helps reduce gases and particles in the incoming air, thereby reducing the levels ofodors and contaminants entering the vehicle. Theair quality sensor detects increased levels of con-taminants in the outside air. When the air qualitysensor detects contaminated outside air, the airintake closes and the air inside the passengercompartment is recirculated, i.e., no outside airenters the vehicle. The filter also cleans recircula-ted passenger compartment air.
NOTE
Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air filter replacement intervals.
Materials used in the cabinThe materials used in the cabin have been devel- oped to help minimize the amount of dust andmake the cabin easier to keep clean. All floormats can be easily removed for cleaning. Use carcleaning products recommended by Volvo. Seealso the information in Cleaning the interior(p. 371).
Related information
• Climate – general information (p. 126)
• Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)
* (p. 128)
• Climate – menu settings (p. 128)

LOADING AND STORAGE
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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
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Loading – general
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is determined by factors such as the number ofpassengers, the amount of cargo, the weight ofany accessories that may be installed, etc.
To increase loading space, the rear seat back- rests can be folded down, see Rear seats – fold-
ing backrest (p. 87).
When loading the cargo area, keep the following
in mind:
• Load objects in the cargo area against thebackrest whenever possible.
• Unstable loads can be secured to the loadanchoring eyelets with straps or web lash-ings to help keep them from shifting.
• Stop the engine and apply the parking brakewhen loading or unloading long objects. Thegear selector can be knocked out of positionby long loads, which could set the vehicle inmotion.
WARNING
• Stop the engine, put the gear selector in P
, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
• The vehicle's driving characteristics may change depending on the weight and dis-tribution of the load.
• A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces aforce of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in ahead-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
• The cargo area and rear seat should notbe loaded to a level higher than 2 in.(5 cm) below the upper edge of the rearside windows. Objects placed higher thanthis level could impede the function ofthe Inflatable Curtain.
Related information
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 145)
• Steel cargo grid (p. 148)
• Loading – roof load carriers (p. 144)
Loading – roof load carriers
Using load carriersLoad carriers are available as Volvo accessories. Observe the following points when in use:
• To avoid damaging your vehicle and toachieve maximum safety when driving, werecommend using the load carriers that Volvohas developed especially for your vehicle.
• Volvo-approved removable roof racks aredesigned to carry the maximum allowableroof load for this vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg).For non-Volvo roof racks, check the manu-facturer's weight limits for the rack.
• Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weighlimits and never exceed the maximum ratedroof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).
• Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loadsevenly.
• Place heavier cargo at the bottom of theload.
• Secure the cargo correctly with appropriatetie-down equipment.
• Check periodically that the load carriers andload are properly secured.
• Remember that the vehicle's center of gravityand handling change when you carry a loadon the roof.

LOCKS AND ALARM
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MessageMeaning
Insert car keyRemote key not recognized dur- ing start. Try to start the vehicleagain.
Car key not foundVehicles with keyless drive*
only. Remote key not recog- nized during start. Try to startthe vehicle again. If the problem continues, insert the remote key into the ignitionslot and try to start the vehicleagain.
Immobil- izer Trystart againRemote key fault during start. Contact an authorized Volvoworkshop.
CAUTION
Never use force when inserting the remote key in the ignition slot. The vehicle cannot bestarted if the transponder is damaged.
USA–FCC ID: LTQWFS 125VO This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condi-tion: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter-ference, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference received, including interference thatmay cause undesired operation. Canada–IC: 3659A-WFS125VO Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and(2) this device must accept any interference,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation of the device. For information on starting the vehicle, see Star- ting the engine (p. 258).
Remote key – functions
The remote key is used e.g., to unlock the doors and start the engine.
Remote key
Lock
Unlock
Approach lighting
Tailgate unlock
Panic alarm
Buttons on the remote
Lock – Press the Lock button on the remote
once to lock all doors and the tailgate. The turn signals will flash once to confirm locking.

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Unlock – Press the Unlock button on the
remote once to unlock the driver's door. After a short pause, press the Unlock button a second time within 10 seconds to unlock theother doors and the tailgate. This function can be changed so that all doors unlock at the same time by pressing My Car and
going to
SettingsCar settingsLock
settings
Change doors unlock setting. For
a description of the menu system, see My Car – introduction (p. 77).
Approach lighting – As you approach the
vehicle, press the button on the remote key to light the interior lighting, parking lights, license plate lighting and the lights in the door mirrors *.
These lights will switch off automatically after 30, 60 or 90 seconds. For a description of the menusystem, see My Car – introduction (p. 77).
Unlock tailgate – Press the button twice
within several seconds to disarm the alarm sys- tem (the alarm indicator light on the dashboardwill go out), and unlock only the tailgate.
NOTE
As an added safety precaution, the parking lights will come on automatically for a shortperiod when the tailgate has been opened.
After closing, the tailgate will not automatically relock. Press Lock to relock it and rearm thealarm. For information on opening the tailgate from the passenger compartment, see Locking/unlocking– tailgate (p. 166)
Panic alarm – This button can be used to
attract attention during emergency situations. To activate the panic alarm, press and hold this button for at least 3 seconds or press it twicewithin 3 seconds. The turn signals and horn willbe activated. The panic alarm will stop automati-cally after 2 minutes and 45 seconds. To deactivate, wait approximately 5 seconds and press the button again. The Panic alarm button will not unlock the vehi- cle.
Related information
• Locking/unlocking – from inside (p. 164)
• Locking/unlocking – from the outside(p. 163)
• Locking/unlocking confirmation (p. 152)
Remote key – range The remote key has a range of approximately 60 ft. (20 m) from the vehicle.
NOTE
Buildings or other obstacles may interfere with the function of the remote key. The vehi-cle can also be locked or unlocked with thekey blade, see Alarm-related functions(p. 170).
If the remote key is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running or if the ignition is in mode
I or II and all of the doors are closed, a
message will appear in the instrument panel dis- play and there will be an audible signal. When the remote key is returned to the vehicle, the message will be erased and the audible sig-nal will stop after one of the following has beendone:
• The remote key is inserted in the ignition slot
• The vehicle's speed exceeds 20 mph(30 km/h)
• The
OK button on the left steering wheel
lever is pressed
Related information
• Remote key – functions (p. 153)

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Detachable key blade – general informationEach remote key contains a detachable metal key blade (p. 150) for mechanically locking orunlocking the driver's door and the glove com-partment, and to enable the private lock-ing(p. 156) function. For more information onthe key blade. The key blades have a uniquecode, which is used if new ones need to be pro-duced. This code is available at an authorizedVolvo retailer. The visible ends of these key blades are unique to make it easier to identify "your" remote key.
Related information
• Detachable key blade – unlocking (p. 156)
• Detachable key blade – detaching/reinsert- ing (p. 155)
Detachable key blade – detaching/ reinserting
The detachable key blade (p. 155) can be removed or reinserted in the remote key as fol-lows:
Removing the key blade
Slide the spring loaded catch to the side.
Pull the key blade straight out of the remote key.
Reinserting the blade1. Hold the remote key with the slot for the key blade up.
2. Carefully slide the key blade into its groove.
3. Gently press the key blade in the groove until it clicks into place.
Related information
• Detachable key blade – unlocking (p. 156)
• Child safety locks (p. 63)

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Locking/unlocking points with private locking activated.
With the private locking function activated:• The vehicle's doors can be locked or unlocked with the remote
• The engine can be started
• The glove compartment cannot be unlocked
• The tailgate cannot be unlocked or openedwith the remote
• The rear floor hatch cannot be opened
NOTE
The floor hatch must be closed completely before the tailgate can be closed.
Activating the private locking function
Insert the key blade in the glove compart- ment lock.
Turn the key blade180 degrees clockwise.
Remove the key blade from the lock. A mes- sage will appear in the instrument panel dis-play.
Deactivating the private locking function
Turn the key blade 180 degrees counterclock- wise in the glove compartment lock to deactivateprivate locking. For information on locking the glove compart- ment normally, without activating the private lock-ing function, see Locking/unlocking the glovecompartment (p. 166).
Remote key – replacing the battery The remote key can be opened if the battery needs to be replaced.
The battery should be replaced if:
• The information symbol illuminates and
Low
battery in remote control. Please change batteries.
is shown in the display and/or
• if the locks do not react after several attempts to unlock or lock the vehicle.
NOTE
The remote key's range is normally approxi- mately 60 ft (20 m) from the vehicle.