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Avoid smoking, open
flames, and/or sparks.
Risk of explosion.
Recycle properly.
NOTE
A used start battery or backup battery con- tains lead and must be recycled in an environ-mentally responsible manner.
Related information
• Start battery (p. 573)
• Support battery (p. 576)
Fuses and fuseboxes
All electrical functions and components are pro- tected by a number of fuses in order to protectthe vehicle's electrical system from damage byshort circuiting or overloading.
WARNING
Never use a foreign object or a fuse with a higher amperage than that specified toreplace a fuse. This could cause significantdamage to the electrical system and possiblylead to a fire.
If any electrical component or function is not responding, the component may have blown afuse due to temporary overload. If the same fuseblows repeatedly, there may be a problem withthe component. Volvo recommends contacting anauthorized Volvo workshop to have the compo-nent checked.
Location of fuseboxes
The illustration is generic - appearance may vary accord- ing to vehicle model.
Engine compartment
Under the glove compartment
Trunk/cargo compartment
Related information
• Replacing fuses (p. 579)
• Fuses in the trunk (p. 586)
• Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 580)
• Fuses under the glove compartment (p. 583)
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Wash using a sponge, car washing detergent and plenty of lukewarm water.
• Clean the wiper blades with lukewarm soapsolution or car washing detergent.
• Dry the vehicle using a clean, soft chamois ora squeegee. Try not to let drops of water dryin strong sunlight. This could cause waterdrying stains that may need to be polishedout.
• In areas with heavy industrial emissions,more frequent washing of the vehicle's exte-rior is recommended.
• Tar spots from asphalt may remain even afterwashing. Use a tar remover to remove thesespots after washing the vehicle.
WARNING
Always entrust engine washing to a workshop. If the engine is hot, there is a risk of fire.
CAUTION
Dirty headlights do not work as well. Clean them regularly, e.g. when refueling. Do not use corrosive cleaners. Use water and a non-abrasive sponge.
NOTE
Exterior lighting such as headlights and tail- lights may develop temporary condensationon the inside of the lens. This is normal. Allexterior lighting is designed to resist this.Condensation is normally vented out of thelamp housing once the light has been lit forsome period of time.
CAUTION
• Make sure that the panoramic roof and sun shade are closed before washing thevehicle.
• Never use abrasive polishing agents onthe panoramic roof.
• Never use wax on the rubber sealsaround the panoramic roof.
CAUTION
Remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills after washing thevehicle.
Related information
• Cleaning the exterior (p. 595)
• Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
• Automatic car washes (p. 598)
• High-pressure washing (p. 599) •
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 599)
• Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 600)
• Cleaning rims (p. 601)
• Corrosion protection (p. 601)
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SPECIFICATIONS
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Vehicle Emission Control Information. US
models. Your Volvo is designed to meet all appli-
cable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the underside of the hood.For further information regarding these regula-tions, please consult your Volvo retailer.
Vehicle Emission Control Information.
Canadian models. Your Volvo is designed to
meet all applicable emission standards, as evi- denced by the certification label on the undersideof the hood. For further information regardingthese regulations, please consult your Volvoretailer.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The
VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) should always be quoted in all correspond-ence concerning your vehicle with the retailer andwhen ordering parts.
Tire inflation pressures. This label indicates
the correct inflation pressures for the tires that were on the vehicle when it left the factory.
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS) standards (Canada). Your
Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safetystandards, as evidenced by the certification labelon the driver's side B-pillar (the structural mem-ber at the side of the vehicle, at the rear of thedriver's door opening). This label also includescodes for paint color, etc. For further informationregarding these regulations, please consult yourVolvo retailer. U.S. models have the upper decal;Canadian models have the lower one.