2018 VOLVO XC60 open hood

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LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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Extra cargo space
The rear seat backrests can be folded down to increase cargo compartment space and simplifyloading. If the rear seat backrests are foldeddown, make sure that no objects loaded into thevehicle prevent the WHIPS system for the frontseats from functioning correctly. The ski hatch in the rear seat can be folded down to carry skis or other long, thin objects.
Raising/lowering the rear end of the
vehicle *
The rear end of the vehicle can be lowered orraised for easier loading or to facilitate attaching a trailer*.
The controls for raising/lowering are located at the rear edge of the cargo compartment's rightside panel.
Controls for raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle.
The controls consist of two buttons ‒ one button
for lowering and one button for raising the rear end. Press and hold the relevant button until thedesired height is reached. The rear end of the vehicle cannot be raised higher than its normal height. The rear end will return to the normal height when the vehicle begins driving.
NOTE
It is not possible to adjust the height of the vehicle's rear when one or more of the doorsor the hood is open. This does not apply tothe tailgate.
WARNING
Make sure that no people, animals or objects are found under the vehicle when it is low-ered. This could endanger life and causedamage to the vehicle or objects.
Related information
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 563)
• Folding down the rear seat backrests (p. 192)
• Rear seat ski hatch (p. 564)
• Roof loads and load carriers (p. 562)
• Leveling control
* and suspension (p. 426)
• Weights (p. 635)
Roof loads and load carriers Volvo-developed load carriers are recommended for carrying loads on the roof of the vehicle.
Volvo load carriers are specially designed to help prevent damage to your vehicle and help ensuremaximum safety while driving. Volvo load carriersare available from authorized Volvo retailers. Carefully follow the installation instructions provi- ded with the load carriers. •Check periodically to ensure that the load carriers and load are properly secured.Secure the load firmly using tie straps orsimilar.
• Distribute the load evenly throughout theload carriers. Place heavier cargo at the bot-tom of the load.
• The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con-sumption increase with the size of the load.
• Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid acceleration, hardbraking and fast cornering.
WARNING
The vehicle's center of gravity and driving characteristics are altered by roof loads. Follow the vehicle's specifications regarding weights and maximum permitted load.
Related information
•Loading recommendations (p. 561)
• Weights (p. 635)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Opening and closing the hood To open the hood, pull the lever in the passen- ger compartment and then turn the handle underthe hood.
Opening the hood
Pull the lever near the pedals to release the hood from its fully closed position.
Swipe your hand from left to right under the hood, grasp the handle and move it up and tothe side to release the catch and lift thehood.
Warning - hood not closedWhen the hood is released, a warningsymbol and graphic will be displayed inthe instrument panel and an audiblesignal will sound. If the vehicle begins
to roll, the audible signal will be repeated severaltimes.
NOTE
If the warning symbol is illuminated or an audible warning signal sounds even thoughthe hood is securely closed, consult a work-shop - an authorized Volvo workshop is rec-ommended.
Closing the hood1. Press down the hood until it begins to close under its own weight.
2. When the hood reaches the catch at the handle in the front edge of the vehicle, press down on the hood to close it completely.
WARNING
Risk of injury! When closing, make sure that the hood is completely unobstructed and thatno one can be injured.
WARNING
Make sure the hood locks securely after clos- ing. It must audibly lock on both sides.
Hood not completely closed. The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Hood completely closed. The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.
WARNING
Never drive with the hood open! If there are any indications while driving that the hood is not completely closed, stop imme-diately and close it securely.
Related information
• Engine compartment overview (p. 583)
• Door and seat belt reminders (p. 51)
Climate control system service Service and repairs on the air conditioning sys- tem should only be done by an authorized work-shop.
Troubleshooting and repairsThe air conditioning system contains a fluores- cent tracer substance. Ultraviolet light is used tosearch for leaks in the system. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains the refrigerant R134a under pressure. Serviceand repairs to the system should only be doneby an authorized workshop.
Related information
•Volvo's service program (p. 572)
Replacing a windshield with head-
up display
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Vehicles with a head-up display have a special type of windshield that meets the requirementsfor displaying projected information.
Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop for assistance replacing thewindshield. The correct type of replacementwindshield must be used in order for the head-updisplay to function properly.
Related information
• Head-up display
* (p. 140)
• Cleaning the head-up display
* (p. 610)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Engine compartment overview
This overview shows some service-related com- ponents.
The layout of the engine compartment may vary depend- ing on model and engine variant.
Coolant expansion tank
Brake fluid reservoir (located on the driver's side)
Washer fluid filler pipe 11
Fusebox
Air filter
Engine oil filler pipe
WARNING
Bear in mind that the cooling fan (located at the front of the engine compartment behindthe radiator) may start or continue runningautomatically up to about 6 minutes after theengine is turned off. Always entrust engine washing to a workshop – an authorized Volvo workshop is recom-mended. If the engine is hot, there is a risk offire.
WARNING
The ignition system works with extremely high and dangerous voltages. The vehicle electrical system should always be in ignition mode
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when work in being performed in the engine compartment. Do not touch any spark plugs or ignition coils when the vehicle electrical system is in igni- tion mode II or when the engine is warm.
Related information
• Opening and closing the hood (p. 581)
• Filling washer fluid (p. 626)
• Refilling coolant (p. 586)
• Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 599)
• Checking and filling engine oil (p. 584)
• Ignition modes (p. 401)
Engine oil
For the recommended service intervals and war- ranties to be applied, an approved engine oilmust be used.
Volvo recommends:
11 Fill the washer fluid at regular intervals, e.g. when refueling.

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.

INDEX
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H
Handbrake 405, 406
Hand wash 615Hard diskspace 510
Hazard warning flashers 160
HDC 431
HD radio 466
Head restraint 195
Head-up display 140 activate and deactivate 142
cleaning 610
replacing windshield 582
settings 142
Heated washer nozzles 177 Heating Seats 214, 215
steering wheel 217, 218
windows 221, 222
Height adjustment 426, 429
high beams 154, 155
High engine temperature 440
Hill Descent Control 430, 431, 432 activate with function button 432
Hill Start Assist 410 Hill Start Assist (HSA) 410
Hoisting the vehicle 579 HomeLink ® 450
programming 451
use 452
HomeLink ® remote control
programmable 450
Home safe lighting 160
Honk 196
Hood, opening 581
Horn 196
I
IAQS (Interior Air Quality System) 204
IC (Inflatable Curtain) 60
ID, Volvo 26
Identification number 38
Ignition mode 401, 402
Immobilizer 244 Electronic immobilizer 244
Indicator symbols 91
Individual drive mode 417
Infant seats 67
Inflatable curtain 60
Inflatable Curtain 60
Inflating tires 549 Inflation pressure adjusting 530
Checking 529
recommended 531
Inflation pressure monitoring 531 action 535
Status 534
Inflation pressure table 641
Information display 80, 84
Infotainment (Audio and media) 458
Instrument cluster 80 settings 84
Instrument illumination 162
Instrument lighting 162 Instrument panel App menu 100, 101
messages 102
Instruments and controls 78 Instruments overview left-hand drive vehicle 78
IntelliSafe driver support 28
Interior Air Quality System 204
Intermittent wiping 176
Internet, see Internet-connected vehicle 501