2017 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE HYBRID headlights

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5. If the high beam bulb was removed, insertthe bulb in the socket and turn downward.

Related information
•Replacing bulbs (p. 530)
•Bulb specifications (p. 536)
•Removing the rectangular headlight cover(p. 532)
Replacing front turn signal bulbs
On models with halogen headlights, the frontturn signal bulb can be replaced by the owner.
Before the bulb can be accessed, the headlighthousing's rectangular cover must be removed,see the article "Removing the rectangular head-light cover".
Driver's side headlight housing shown
1. Press the retaining catches together and pullthe bulb holder straight out.
2.The bulb holder and bulb must be replacedas one unit.
3. Press the new bulb holder into the socket.

Related information
•Removing the rectangular headlight cover(p. 532)
•Replacing bulbs (p. 530)
•Bulb specifications (p. 536)

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Bulb specifications
The following specifications apply to models
equipped with halogen5 headlights. If otherbulbs need to be replaced, contact a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician.
Function[W]AType
Low beam55H11
High Beam65H9
Front turn signal24PY24W
Daytime running light/parking light21/5W21/5W
AWatt

Related information
•Replacing bulbs (p. 530)
5Halogen headlights are not available on all models.

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Refilling the windshield washer fluidreservoir
Washer fluid helps keep the windshield andheadlights clean.
The windshield and headlight washers* share acommon reservoir. Open the blue cap to refillwasher fluid (see the illustration for the locationof the reservoir).
During cold weather, the reservoir should be filledwith windshield washer solvent containing anti-freeze. Use Volvo Original Washer Fluid or theequivalent with a recommended pH valuebetween 6 and 8 in a 1:1 solution.
When there is approx. 1 qt (1 liter) of washerfluid remaining in the reservoir, a text message
and the symbol will be displayed in theinstrument panel.

Related information
•Opening and closing the hood (p. 539)
•Engine compartment overview (p. 540)
Cleaning the exterior
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.

Hand washing
The following points should be kept in mind whenwashing and cleaning the car:

CAUTION
Avoid using car washing detergents with a pHvalue 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 assoon as possible. Otherwise the finish maybe permanently damaged.
•A car washing detergent can be used tofacilitate the softening of dirt and oil.

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•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.

CAUTION
•During high pressure washing, the spraymouthpiece 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 laminated panoramic roof cau-tions:
•Always close the laminated panoramicroof and sun shade before washing yourvehicle.
•Never use abrasive cleaning agents onthe laminated panoramic roof.
•Never use wax on the rubber sealsaround the laminated panoramic roof.

NOTE
When washing the car, remember to removedirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills.

Automatic car washes
•We do NOT recommend washing your car inan automatic wash during the first few
months (because the paint will not havehardened sufficiently).
•An automatic wash is a simple and quick wayto clean your car, but it is worth rememberingthat it may not be as thorough as when youyourself go over the car with sponge andwater. Keeping the underbody clean is mostimportant, especially in the winter. Someautomatic washers do not have facilities forwashing the underbody.
NOTE
Condensation may form temporarily on theinside of the lenses of exterior lights such asheadlights or taillights. This is normal and thelights are designed to withstand moisture.Normally, condensation will dissipate after thelights have been on for a short time.