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Climate control system service
Service and repairs on the air conditioning sys-tem should only be done by an authorized work-shop.
Troubleshooting and repairs
The air conditioning system contains a fluores-cent tracer substance. Ultraviolet light is used tosearch for leaks in the system.
Volvo recommends contacting an authorizedVolvo workshop.
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains therefrigerant R134a under pressure. Serviceand repairs to the system should only be doneby an authorized workshop.
Related information
Volvo's service program (p. 556)
Replacing a windshield with head-
up display*
Vehicles with a head-up display have a specialtype of windshield that meets the requirementsfor displaying projected information.
Volvo recommends contacting an authorizedVolvo 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. 594)
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 thehood from its fully closed position.
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Swipe your hand from left to right under thehood, grasp the handle and move it up and tothe side to release the catch and lift thehood.
Warning - hood not closed
When the hood is released, a warningsymbol and graphic will be displayed inthe instrument panel and an audiblesignal will sound. If the vehicle beginsto roll, the audible signal will be repeated severaltimes.
NOTE
If the warning symbol is illuminated or anaudible warning signal sounds even thoughthe hood is securely closed, consult a work-shop - an authorized Volvo workshop is rec-ommended.
Closing the hood
1. Press down the hood until it begins to closeunder its own weight.
2. When the hood reaches the catch at thehandle in the front edge of the vehicle, pressdown on the hood to close it completely.
WARNING
Risk of injury! When closing, make sure thatthe 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.
Hood completely closed.
WARNING
Never drive with the hood open!
If there are any indications while driving thatthe hood is not completely closed, stop imme-diately and close it securely.
Related information
Engine compartment overview (p. 568)
Door and seat belt reminders (p. 51)
