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Inflating a tire with the tire sealing system compressor477
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
Volvo's service program
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System updates 482
Remote updates 483
Vehicle status 483
Booking service and repairs 484
Wi-Fi connection to a workshop 486
Climate system service 487
Start battery 488
Support battery 490
Battery symbols 491
Fuses 492
Replacing fuses 493
Fuses in the engine compartment 494
Fuses in the passenger compartment 498
Fuses in the cargo compartment 502
Replacing bulbs 505
Removing the rectangular headlight cover 507
Replacing low beam headlight bulbs 508
Replacing High Beam headlight bulbs 509
Replacing front turn signal bulbs 509
Replacing front parking light bulbs 510
Bulb specifications 511
Hoisting the vehicle 512
Opening and closing the hood 514

Engine compartment overview515
Engine oil 516
Checking and refilling engine oil 517
Windshield wipers in the service position 518
Replacing wiper blades 519
Refilling coolant 520
Refilling the windshield washer fluid reservoir 521
Cleaning the exterior 522
Cleaning the interior 525
Cleaning the center display 527
Corrosion protection 527
Paint damage 528
Touching up paint damage 529
Polishing and waxing 529

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SAFETY
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Unbuckling the seat beltTo remove the seat belt, press the red section on the seat belt receptacle. Before exiting the vehi-cle, check that the seat belt retracts fully afterbeing unbuckled. If necessary, guide the beltback into the retractor slot. Be sure that the seat belt in the center position of the second row of seats is correctly positionedin the seat belt guide.
Related information
•Door and seat belt reminders (p. 64)
• Seat belts (p. 60)
Door and seat belt reminders
The door and seat belt reminders are intended to alert all occupants of the vehicle that theirseat belts should be buckled before the vehiclebegins to move or if a door, the hood, tailgate orfuel filler door have not been closed properly.
Graphics in the instrument panel
Warning colors for doors/tailgate vary depending on the vehicle's speed (generic illustration)
The instrument panel graphic shows the seats where seat belts are not buckled. The same graphic also indicates if a door, the hood, tailgate or fuel filler door is/are open. This graphic disappears automatically after approx. 30 seconds or if the if the O button on
the steering wheel keypad is pressed.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder light in ceiling console
The seat belt reminder consists of an audible signal, an indicator light nearthe rearview mirror and a symbol in theinstrument panel that alert all occu-
pants of the vehicle to buckle their seat belts.
The audible signal is speed-dependent and will sound for several seconds. If the driver's or a passenger's seat belt is not buckled, this will be indicated in the instrumentpanel. Child seats are not included in the seat belt reminder system.
Front seats
An audible signal and an indicator light will remind the driver and front seat passenger tobuckle their seat belts.

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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Instruments and controls
This overview shows the location of the primary displays, and controls/buttons/switches.
Display/function/control
Parking lights, daytime running lights, low beams, high beams, turn signals, front fog lights/corner illumination *, rear fog
lights, trip computer reset
Transmission manual shifting paddle *
Head-up-display*
Instrument panel
Wipers/washers, rain sensor *
Right-side steering wheel keypad
Display/function/control
Steering wheel adjustment
Horn
Left-side steering wheel keypad
Hood open
Display lighting, tailgate unlock, tailgate open/close*
Display/function/control
Front reading lights and courtesy lighting
Laminated panoramic roof *
Display/function/control
Ceiling console display
Manual rearview mirror auto-dim (certain markets only)
Display/function/control
Center display
Hazard warning flashers, max. defroster/ heated windshield*, media player, glove
compartment open
Gear selector
Start knob
Drive modes *

LOADING AND STORAGE
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Raising/lowering the rear-end of the vehicle*
Using the buttons on the read edge of the cargo compartment, the rear-end of the vehicle (thelevel of the cargo compartment floor) can beraised or lowered for easier loading or to make attaching a trailer 1
simpler.
Level control buttons on the rear edge of the cargo compartment
The level control consists of two buttons: one to raise and one to lower the rear-end of the vehi-cle. Press and hold the respective buttons until the desired level has been reached.
NOTE
The level cannot be adjusted if a door or the hood are open (this does not apply to the tail-gate).
WARNING
Be sure that the entire area under the vehicle is completely unobstructed before loweringthe level.
Extra loading spaceThe rear seat backrests can be folded down to added cargo space or for transporting longobjects.
WARNING
• Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the front seats could impede the function ofthe Whiplash Protection System.
• If the rear seat backrests are foldeddown, cargo must be secured to preventit from sliding forward against the frontseat backrests in the event of a collisionfrom the rear. This could interfere withthe action of the Whiplash ProtectionSystem.
WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure theload to help prevent shifting during sud-den stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent itfrom moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
Roof loadsLoad 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 (see the article"Weights" for specific information).
• Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weighlimits.
• Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loadsevenly.
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An accessory trailer hitch can be purchased from a Volvo retailer.

LOCKS AND ALARM
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Locking and unlocking confirmationThe turn signals can be used to indicate that the vehicle has been locked/unlocked with theremote key. These settings can also be changedin the center display's Top view by going to:
SettingsMy CarLockingVisible
Locking Feedback.
Exterior confirmation
• Locking: the turn signals flash once and the door mirrors will fold in (retract) 12
• Unlocking: the turn signals flash twice andthe door mirrors will fold out 12
When the vehicle is locked, confirmation will only be given if all doors/tailgate and the hood areclosed. If the vehicle is locked while only the driver's door is closed 13
, all doors/tailgate will lock but confir-
mation will only be given when all doors/tailgate/ hood are closed.
Interior confirmation
Lock and alarm indicator light on the dashboard
A long flash indicates the vehicle is locked. While the vehicle is locked, the indicator will flashbriefly. LEDs in the lock buttons on the doors illuminate when the doors are locked.
Indicators in the interior lock buttons
Lock buttons in the front doors
Front door lock button and indicator light
Indicator lights on: all doors are locked. If a door is opened, the lights in both doors will go out.
12 Models with electrically retractable door mirrors only.
13 This does not apply to vehicles equipped with the optional keyless Passive Entry system.

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Alarm
The alarm system provides a warning if an attempt is made to break into the vehicle.
The following conditions will trigger the alarm:
• a door/hood/tailgate are opened
• the battery is disconnected
• the alarm siren is disconnected
If a problem is detected in the alarm system, this symbol and
Alarm
system failure Service required will
be displayed in the instrument panel.
Do not attempt to repair any of the components in the alarm system yourself; this could affect theinsurance policy on the vehicle. Contact a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician.
NOTE
One of the alarm sensors, which is sensitive to metallic objects, is located under the tunnelconsole cup holders. Avoid leaving coins,keys, etc., in the cup holders because theymay inadvertently trigger the alarm.
Arming the alarm
–Lock the vehicle by pressing the remote key's lock button. On models with theoptional Passive Entry system, the vehiclecan also be locked by pressing the outerindentation for locking on one of the doorhandles or by pressing the tailgate's rubber-ized pressure plate. If the vehicle is equipped with a power tail- gate *, the button on the lower edge of the
tailgate can also be used to lock the vehicle and arm the alarm.
Disarming the alarmThe alarm can be disarmed by: • Unlock the vehicle by pressing the remote key's unlock button
• Pressing the pressure-sensitive area on theinside of one of the door handles on modelswith the optional Passive Entry system.
• Pressing the tailgate's rubberized pressureplate on models with the optional PassiveEntry system.
Turning off a triggered (sounding)
alarm
–Press the remote key's unlock button or put the ignition in mode I by turning the start
knob to START and releasing it.
Alarm signalsThe following occurs if the alarm has been trig- gered:
• A siren will sound for 30 seconds or until thealarm is turned off
• All turn signals flash for 5 minutes or untilthe alarm is turned off
If the door that triggered the alarm is left open,
the alarm cycle will be repeated 10 times.
Alarm indicatorA red indicator light on the upper side of thedashboard shows the alarm's status:
• Indicator off: the alarm is disarmed
• Indicator flashes once every two seconds: the alarm is armed
• Indicator flashes quickly after the alarm hasbeen disarmed (max. 30 seconds) or until

STARTING AND DRIVING
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2.
If the 12-volt auxiliary battery to be used is
in another vehicle, switch off that vehicle's ignition while the jumper cables are beingattached. Be sure to follow jump startinginstructions provided for the other vehicle.
CAUTION
Connect the jumper cables carefully to avoid short circuits with other components in theengine compartment.
3. Connect one of the red jumper cable's clamps to the auxiliary battery's positive (+) terminal (1)
4. Fold back the cover over the positive (+) jump start terminal on your vehicle's battery(2).
5. Connect the red jumper cable's other clamp to your vehicle's positive (+) jump start termi-nal (2).
6. Connect one of the black jumper cable's clamps to the auxiliary battery's negative (–)terminal (3).
7. Connect the black jumper cable's other clamp to your vehicle's negative ground point(4).
8. Check that the jumper cables are securely attached. 9. Start the engine in the assisting vehicle and
run it at approx. 1,500 rpm.
10. Start the engine in the vehicle with dead bat- tery.
11. After the engine has started, carefully remove the negative (–) terminal jumpercable (black). Then remove the positive (+)terminal jumper cable (red).
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! Battery posts, terminals, and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi-cals known to the state of California to causecancer and reproductive harm. Wash handsafter handling.
WARNING
• Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to any movingparts. Avoid touching hot manifolds.
• Batteries generate hydrogen gas, whichis flammable and explosive.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do notallow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin,fabrics or painted surfaces. If contactoccurs, flush the affected area immedi-ately with water. Obtain medical helpimmediately if eyes are affected.
• Never expose the battery to open flameor electric spark.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Failure to follow the instructions for jumpstarting can lead to injury.
Related information
•
Ignition modes (p. 380)
• Starting the engine (p. 382)
• Turning the engine off (p. 384)
• Start battery (p. 488)
• Opening and closing the hood (p. 514)

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Related information
•Conditions for Start/Stop (p. 391)
• Start/Stop (p. 389)
Conditions for Start/Stop
Certain conditions must be met for the Start/ Stop feature to function. If a condition is not met,this will be indicated in the instrument panel.
The engine does not auto-stopIn certain situations or conditions, the engine may not auto-stop when the vehicle comes to a
standstill, such as when:
• the vehicle has not reached a speed of approx. 8 mph (12 km/h) after starting.
• after several auto-stops, the speed mustagain exceed approx. 8 mph (12 km/h)before the next auto-stop.
• the driver's seat belt is unbuckled.
• the main battery's charge is below the mini-mum level.
• the engine has not reached its normal oper-ating temperature.
• the ambient temperature is below approx.23°F (-5°C) or above approx. 85°F (30°C).
• the windshield's heating function
* is acti-
vated.
• the climate system cannot keep the desiredsettings in the passenger compartment.
• the vehicle is backing up.
• the main battery's temperature is above orbelow the permitted limits.
• the driver is turning the steering wheel hard. •
the road's incline is very steep.
• the hood is opened.
• the transmission has not reached its normaloperating temperature.
• driving at high altitude and the engine hasnot reached its normal operating tempera-ture.
• the gear selector is in the manual shiftingposition.
• the ABS brakes have activated.
• hard braking (even if the ABS brakes havenot activated).
• many starts during a short time period havetriggered the starter motor's overheating pro-tection.
• a trailer's electrical system is connected tothe vehicle's electrical system.
The engine does not auto-startIn certain situations or conditions, the engine may not auto-start
after an auto-stop, such as:
• if the driver is not wearing a seat belt
• the gear selector is in the
P position and the
driver's door is open. The engine must be started normally.
The engine auto-starts while the brake pedal is depressed
In the following situations, the engine will auto-
start even though the brake pedal is depressed: