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With the wipers in the service position, fold out the wiper arm from the windshield. Pressthe button on the wiper blade attachmentand pull the wiper blade straight out, parallelwith the wiper arm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks into place.
Check that the blade is securely in place.
4. Press the wipers back against the wind- shield.
To return the wipers from the service position to the normal position, fold the wipers back against the windshield and press the START/STOP
ENGINE button briefly to put the ignition in mode
I (or start the engine).
CleaningKeeping the windshield and wiper blades clean helps improve visibility and prolongs the servicelife of the wiper blades. Clean the wiper bladeswith a stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soap solu-tion or car washing detergent.
Related information
• Engine compartment – washer fluid (p. 344)
• Wiper blades – service position (p. 342)
Wiper blades – tailgate
The wiper blades should be replaced regularly for best effect.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
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1. Fold the wiper arm outward.
2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at the arrow).
3. Turn counterclockwise to use the wiper blade's end position as a lever to help detach it.
4. Press the new wiper blade into place and check that it seats securely.
5. Fold the wiper arm back toward the tailgate window.
CleaningKeeping the wiper blade clean helps improve visi-bility and prolongs its service life. Clean it with a
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Engine compartment – washer fluid (p. 344)
Engine compartment – washer fluid
Washer fluid helps keep the windshield and headlights clean. During cold weather, the reser-voir should be filled with windshield washer sol-vent containing antifreeze. Use Volvo OriginalWasher Fluid or the equivalent with a recom-mended pH value between 6 and 8.
Location of the washer fluid reservoir
The windshield and headlight washers share a common reservoir. The washer fluid reservoir is located on the driv- er's side of the engine compartment. For capaci-ties, see the printed Owner's Manual. Specification: Use a washer antifreeze recom-
mended by Volvo, mixed with water.Volume: •
6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)
• 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters 4
)
Related information
• Wiper blades – service position (p. 342)
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Models without headlight washers
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Cleaning the seat beltsClean only with lukewarm water and a mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor matsThe floor mats should be vacuumed or brushedclean regularly, especially during winter whenthey should be taken out for drying. Spots on tex-tile mats can be removed with a mild detergent.For best protection in winter, Volvo recommendsthe use of Volvo rubber floor mats. Consult yourVolvo retailer.
Spots on interior plastic, metal, or wood
surfaces
Cleaning interior plastic components should bedone with a cleaning agent specially designed forthis purpose. Consult your Volvo retailer.
CAUTION
• Do not use cleaning agents with high alcohol content such as washer fluid toclean instrument panel glass.
• Never spray cleaning agents or waterdirectly onto components with electricalbuttons or controls. Clean components ofthis type by applying the cleaning agent/water sparingly to a cloth and wiping thecomponents so that no liquid penetratesinto these components.
Related information
•Washing the car (p. 359)
Touching up paintwork
Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finishregularly, for instance washing the vehicle.Touch-up if necessary.
Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive dam-age. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.
Color code
Sample color code: US models
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INDEX
394Vehicle loading 144, 145, 299, 300
roof loads 144
Vehicle maintenance 322 performed by the owner 323
Vehicle weights 372
Volvo and the environment 23
Volvo ID 22
Volvo maintenance 322
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance 25
Volvo programs 25
Volvo Sensus 114
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Warning flashers, hazard 96
Warning lights 69, 71, 75
Warning symbol 76
Warning system, collision 210, 212, 218
Warranties 322
Washer fluid 344Washers headlight 101
windshield 99
Water, driving through 271
Waxing 361
Weights 372
Wheels 288 changing 291
storing 289
Whiplash Protection System 43 Windows power 102
sun shade 102
Windshield heated 106, 133
rain sensor 100
washers 101
wipers/washers 99
Windshield washer fluid 344
Windshield wipers 342 service position 342
Wiper blades replacing 342
replacing tailgate wiper 343