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352To put the windshiield wipers in the service posi- tion: 1.
Insert the remote key into the ignition slot 3
and press the START/STOP ENGINE but-
ton briefly to put the ignition in mode I (see
Ignition modes (p. 82) for detailed informa- tion about the ignition modes).
2. Press the START/STOP ENGINE button
again briefly to switch the ignition off.
3. Within 3 seconds, move the right steering wheel lever up and hold it for at least 1 sec-ond.
> The wipers will then move to the vertical(service) position on the windshield.
The wipers can be returned to the normal posi- tion by pressing the START/STOP ENGINE but-
ton briefly to put the ignition in mode I (or by
starting the engine).
CAUTION
If the wiper arms have been folded out from the windshield while in the service position,fold them back against the windshield beforereturning the wipers to the normal position tohelp avoid scratching the paint on the hood.
Related information
• Engine compartment – washer fluid (p. 354)
Wiper blades – windshield The wiper blades should be replaced regularly for best effect. The windshield wiper blades must be in the verti- cal (service) position for replacement, washingor to lift them away from the windshield whene.g., removing ice or snow.
Replacing the windshield wiper blades
NOTE
The windshield wiper blades are different lengths. The blade on the driver
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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. 354)
• Wiper blades – service position (p. 351)
Wiper blades – tailgate
The wiper blades should be replaced regularly for best effect.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
1. Fold the wiper arm outward.
2. Angle the wiper blade out slightly from the wiper arm.
3. Grasp around the wiper arm and press the wiper blade forward (at the arrow) with your thumb to 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 stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soap solution orcar washing detergent.
Related information
•
Engine compartment – washer fluid (p. 354)
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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. 351)
Battery – symbols
There are information and warning symbols on the battery.
Symbols on the battery
Wear protective goggles.
Keep away from children.
Avoid smoking, open flames, and/or sparks.
See the owner's manual.
4 Models without headlight washers
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Contains corrosive acid.
Risk of explosion
Recycle properly
NOTE
Used batteries should be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. Consultyour Volvo retailer or take the used batteriesto a recycling station.
Related information
•Battery – changing (p. 357)
• Battery – handling (p. 355)
• Battery – maintenance (p. 356)
Battery – handling
The battery's service life is affected by the num- ber of starts, if it has been discharged, drivingstyle, driving conditions, weather conditions ,etc.
Handling
• Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running (for example, when replac-ing the battery).
• If the battery is fully discharged a number oftimes, this may shorten its service life.
• The service life of a battery is affected byfactors such as the number of starts, drivingconditions and climate. Extreme cold mayalso further decrease the battery
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Related information
•Battery – changing (p. 357)
• Battery – maintenance (p. 356)
• Battery – symbols (p. 354)
Battery – maintenance
Proper battery maintenance can help prolong its service life.
Maintenance
• Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The levelshould never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level should be checked if the bat-tery has been recharged.
• After inspection, be sure the cap over eachbattery cell or the cover is securely in place.
• Check that the battery cables are correctlyconnected and properly tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running, or when the key is in theignition. This could damage the vehicle'selectrical system.
• The battery should be disconnected from thevehicle when a battery charger is useddirectly on the battery.
• To help keep the battery in good condition,the vehicle should be driven for at least 15minutes a week or connected to a chargerwith an automatic charging function.
• If the battery is fully discharged a number oftimes, this may shorten its service life. Keep-ing the battery fully charged helps prolong itsservice life. •
The service life of a battery is affected byfactors such as driving conditions and cli-mate. Extreme cold may also furtherdecrease the battery
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Removal
Switch off the ignition, remove the remote key from the ignition slot and wait at least 5 minutesbefore disconnecting the battery so that all infor-mation in the vehicle's electrical system can bestored in the control modules.
Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
Detach the black negative cable.
Detach the red positive cable
Detach the ventilation hose from the bat-
tery
Loosen the screw holding the battery
clamp.
Move the battery to the side and lift it up.
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.
Rally bar R-Design models *
Rally bar and bulkhead hatch
Vehicles with the optional R-Design package are equipped with a rally bar in the engine compart-ment that must be removed before the batterycan be replaced.
1. Remove the hatch in the bulkhead on both
sides of the engine compartment (pry them up carefully with a plastic knife or similarobject).
2. Remove the screw on each side of the engine compartment holding the rally bar inplace.
3. Lift out the rally bar. > The battery can now be removed (see theinstructions in the previous section). •
After a new battery has been installed (seethe following section), reinstall the rally bar inthe reverse order.
NOTE
When reinstalling the rally bar, tighten the screws to 22 ft lbs (30 Nm).
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Installation
1. Lower the battery into the battery box.
2. Move the battery inward and to the side untilit reaches the rear edge of the box.
3. Tighten the clamp that secures the battery.
4. Connect the ventilation hose. > Be sure that it is correctly connected tothe battery and the vent in the vehicle's body.
5. Connect the red positive cable.
6. Connect the black negative cable.
7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).
8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal).
9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips. (See Removal).
Related information
• Battery – handling (p. 355)
• Battery – symbols (p. 354)
Fuses – introduction
The fuses help protect the vehicle's electrical components from overloading.
There are relay/fuseboxes located in the engine compartment, the passenger compartment andthe cargo area. If an electrical component fails to function, this may be due to a blown fuse. The easiest way tosee if a fuse is blown is to remove it. To do so:
1. Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is difficult to remove, a special fuse removal tool is
located on the inside of the engine com- partment fusebox cover .
2. From the side, examine the curved metal wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.
If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of thesame color and amperage (written on the fuse). If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.
WARNING
Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the followingpages. Doing so could seriously damage oroverload the vehicle's electrical system.
Location of the fuseboxes
Engine compartment
Under the glove compartment
Under the glove compartment
Cargo area (under the floor)
Engine compartment cold zone (Start/Stop only)
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Fuses – engine compartment
The fuses in the engine compartment protect e.g., engine and brake functions.