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CAUTION
The microfiber cloth must be free of sand anddirt when cleaning the center display.
CAUTION
When cleaning the center display, apply onlylight pressure to the screen. Pressing toohard could damage the screen.
CAUTION
Do not spray liquid or corrosive chemicalsdirectly onto the center display. Do not usewindow cleaners, cleaning agents, aerosolsprays, solvents, alcohol, ammonia or deter-gents that contain abrasives.
Never use abrasive cloths, paper towels or tis-sue paper, as these may scratch the centerdisplay.
Related information
Cleaning the interior (p. 619)
Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceiling liner(p. 621)
Cleaning the seat belt (p. 621)
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats (p. 621)
Cleaning leather upholstery (p. 622)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel(p. 623)
Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood sur-faces (p. 624)
Cleaning the head-up display*
Carefully wipe the glass covering the head-updisplay unit with a clean and dry microfiber cloth.If necessary, the cloth may be slightly moistened.
Never use strong stain removers. For difficultcleaning conditions, a special cleaning agent canbe purchased at a Volvo retailer.
Related information
Activating and deactivating the head-up dis-play* (p. 139)
Head-up display* (p. 138)
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Cleaning fabric upholstery andceiling liner
Only use cleaning agents and car care productsrecommended by Volvo. Clean regularly andtreat stains immediately for best results. It isimportant to vacuum before using a cleaningagent.
Fabric upholstery and ceiling liner
Never scrape or rub a stain, as this could damagethe upholstery. Never use strong stain removers,as this could change the color of the upholstery.
Use soapy water or a similar detergent. For moredifficult stains caused by oil, ice cream, shoe pol-ish, etc., use a stain remover. Consult with yourVolvo retailer.
Related information
Cleaning the interior (p. 619)
Cleaning the center display (p. 619)
Cleaning the seat belt (p. 621)
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats (p. 621)
Cleaning leather upholstery (p. 622)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel(p. 623)
Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood sur-faces (p. 624)
Cleaning the seat belt
Only use cleaning agents and car care productsrecommended by Volvo. Clean regularly andtreat stains immediately for best results. It isimportant to vacuum before using a cleaningagent.
Seat belts
Use water and a synthetic soap solution. Spe-cially designed textile cleaning agents are availa-ble for purchase at Volvo retailers. Make sure thebelt is dry before it is retracted.
Related information
Cleaning the interior (p. 619)
Cleaning the center display (p. 619)
Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceiling liner(p. 621)
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats (p. 621)
Cleaning leather upholstery (p. 622)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel(p. 623)
Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood sur-faces (p. 624)
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats
Only use cleaning agents and car care productsrecommended by Volvo. Clean regularly andtreat stains immediately for best results. It isimportant to vacuum before using a cleaningagent.
Inlay mats and floor mats
Remove the inlay mats to clean the floor matsand inlay mats separately. Use a vacuum toremove dust and dirt. Each inlay mat is securedinto place with pins.
Remove the inlay mat by grasping the inlay matat each pin and lifting the mat straight up.
Put the inlay mat back into place by pressing it inat each pin.
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WARNING
Never use more than one inlay mat at atime on the driver's floor. If any other typeof floor mat is used, remove the originalmat from the driver's seat floor beforedriving. All types of mats must be securelyanchored in the attachment points in thefloor. Make sure the floor mat does notimpede the movement of the brake pedalor accelerator pedal in any way, as thiscould be a serious safety hazard.
Volvo's floor mats are specially manufac-tured for your vehicle. They must be prop-erly secured in the attachment points inthe floor to help ensure they cannot slideand become trapped under the pedals.
After vacuuming, a specially designed textilecleaning agent should be used to remove stainson floor mats. Floor mats should be cleaned withproducts recommended by Volvo retailers.
Related information
Cleaning the interior (p. 619)
Cleaning the center display (p. 619)
Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceiling liner(p. 621)
Cleaning the seat belt (p. 621)
Cleaning leather upholstery (p. 622)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel(p. 623)
Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood sur-faces (p. 624)
Cleaning leather upholstery
Only use cleaning agents and car care productsrecommended by Volvo. Clean regularly andtreat stains immediately for best results. It isimportant to vacuum before using a cleaningagent.
Leather upholstery *
Volvo's leather upholstery is treated to protect itsoriginal appearance. Over time, sunlight, grease,dirt, etc. could break down the protective layer.This could result in scratches and cracking.
Leather upholstery is a natural product thatchanges and acquires a beautiful patina overtime. Regular cleaning and treatments arerequired to preserve the qualities and color of theleather. Volvo offers a comprehensive product,Volvo Leather Care Kit/Wipes, for cleaning andtreating leather upholstery that, when used asdirected, preserves the leather's protective coa-ting.
For best results, Volvo recommends cleaning andapplying protective cream one to four times ayear (or more as needed). Volvo Leather Care Kit951 0251 and Volvo Leather Softener 9437429 are available for purchase at Volvo retailers.
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Cleaning the leather upholstery
1. Apply the leather cleaner to a damp spongeand squeeze it until the cleaner foams.
2. Move the sponge in circular motions to applythe foam to the stain.
3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with thesponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain anddo not rub.
4. Dry the stain using a soft towel and let theleather dry completely.
Protecting the leather upholstery
1. Apply a small amount of leather protector toa cloth and then apply the protector to theleather using light circular movements.
2. Let it dry for approximately 20 minutes.
Protecting the leather upholstery makes it betterable to withstand sunlight's harmful UV rays.
Related information
Cleaning the interior (p. 619)
Cleaning the center display (p. 619)
Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceiling liner(p. 621)
Cleaning the seat belt (p. 621)
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats (p. 621)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel(p. 623)
Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood sur-faces (p. 624)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel
Only use cleaning agents and car care productsrecommended by Volvo. Clean regularly andtreat stains immediately for best results. It isimportant to vacuum before using a cleaningagent.
Leather steering wheel
Leather needs to breathe. Never cover theleather steering wheel with a plastic protector.Volvo Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and LeatherSoftener 943 7429 are recommended for clean-ing the leather steering wheel. First, remove dirt,dust, etc. with a damp sponge or cloth.
CAUTION
Sharp objects such as rings could damagethe leather on the steering wheel.
If there are stains on the steering wheel:
Type 1(ink, wine, coffee, milk, sweat or blood)
–Use a soft cloth or sponge. Wipe the steeringwheel using a solution of 5% ammonia. Forblood stains, mix approximately 2 dl(1 cup) ofwater with 25 g (one ounce) of salt and wipethe stain.
Type 2(grease, oil, sauces or chocolate)
1. Same procedure as for Type 1 stains.
2.Finish by wiping the wheel with an absorbentpaper or towel.
Type 3(dry dirt or dust)
1. Remove the dirt/dust using a soft brush.
2. Same procedure as for Type 1 stains.
Related information
Cleaning the interior (p. 619)
Cleaning the center display (p. 619)
Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceiling liner(p. 621)
Cleaning the seat belt (p. 621)
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats (p. 621)
Cleaning leather upholstery (p. 622)
Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood sur-faces (p. 624)
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Cleaning interior plastic, metal andwood surfaces
Only use cleaning agents and car care productsrecommended by Volvo. Clean regularly andtreat stains immediately for best results.
Interior plastic, metal and wood
surfaces
A lightly dampened microfiber cloth is recom-mended for cleaning interior details and surfaces.These cloths are available for purchase at Volvoretailers.
Never scrape or rub a stain. Never use strongstain removers.
CAUTION
Do not use solvent containing alcohol toclean the instrument panel glass.
CAUTION
Keep in mind that glossy surfaces can beeasily scratched. Wipe these surfaces with aclean and dry microfiber cloth using small, cir-cular motions. If necessary, moisten the clothlightly with clean water.
Related information
Cleaning the interior (p. 619)
Cleaning the center display (p. 619)
Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceiling liner(p. 621)
Cleaning the seat belt (p. 621)
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats (p. 621)
Cleaning leather upholstery (p. 622)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel (p. 623)
Cleaning the exterior
The vehicle should be washed as soon as itbecomes dirty. This makes the vehicle easier toclean because dirt does not attach as strongly. Italso reduces the risk of scratches and keeps thevehicle looking new. Wash the vehicle in a carwash or garage with an oil separator and use carwashing detergent.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 624)
Polishing and waxing (p. 625)
Hand washing (p. 625)
Automatic car washes (p. 627)
High-pressure washing (p. 628)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 628)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trimcomponents (p. 629)
Cleaning rims (p. 630)
Corrosion protection (p. 630)
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Replacing windshield wiper blades
The wiper blades help remove water from thewindshield. Along with the washer fluid, theyclean the glass and help improve visibility whiledriving. The wiper blades can be replaced.
Replacing wiper blades
Raise the wiper arms to the service position.Service position is activated/deactivated viathe function view in the center display whenthe car is stationary and the windshield wip-ers are not on. Press the button on the wiperblade attachment and pull the wiper bladestraight out, parallel with the wiper arm.
Slide in a new wiper blade until it clicks intoplace.
3. Check to make sure the blade is securely inplace.
4.Press the wiper blade back against the wind-shield.
Wiper blades come in varying lengths NOTE
When changing wiper blades, make sure thatthe blades are of different lengths. The bladeon the driver's side is longer than the one onthe passenger side.
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 176)
Using the windshield and headlight washers(p. 178)
Using the rain sensor's memory function(p. 177)
Filling washer fluid (p. 635)
Windshield wipers in the service position(p. 634)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 176)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 175)
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Windshield wipers in the serviceposition
The windshield wiper blades must be in the serv-ice (vertical) position for certain operations, e.g.replacing the blades.
Windshield wipers in the service position.
The windshield wipers must be in the serviceposition when replacing, washing or lifting theblades (e.g. to scrape ice or snow from the wind-shield).
CAUTION
Before placing the wipers in service position,ensure that they have not frozen to the wind-shield.
Activating/deactivating service position
The service position can be activated/deactivatedwhen the vehicle is stationary and the windshieldwipers are switched off. Service position is acti-vated/deactivated via Function view in the centerdisplay:
Tap the Wiper ServicePosition button. The indicatorlight in the button will illuminatewhen service position is acti-vated. The windshield wiperswill move to the vertical posi-tion when service position isactivated. To deactivate the service position, tapWiper Service Position once. The indicator lightin the button will go out when service position isdeactivated.
The wiper blades will also move out of serviceposition if:
The windshield wipers are turned on.
The windshield washers are turned on.
The rain sensor is activated.
The vehicle begins moving.
CAUTION
If the wiper arms in service position are raisedfrom the windshield, they must be folded backagainst the windscreen before activating wip-ing, washing or rain sensor as well as beforedeparture. This is to prevent scratching thepaint on the hood.
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 176)
Using the windshield and headlight washers(p. 178)
Using the rain sensor's memory function(p. 177)
Filling washer fluid (p. 635)
Replacing windshield wiper blades (p. 633)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 176)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 175)
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Filling washer fluid
Washer fluid is used to help keep the headlightsand windshield clean. Washer fluid containinganti-freeze should be used in very cold weather(below-freezing temperatures).
Fill washer fluid into the reservoir with the bluecover. The reservoir is used for both the wind-shield washer and the headlight washer*
NOTE
When there is approximately 1 liter (1 qt) ofwasher fluid remaining, the message Washer
fluid Level low, refill and the symbolwill be displayed in the instrument panel.
Recommended grade: Washer fluid recom-mended by Volvo, with frost protection during
cold weather and temperatures below the freez-ing point.
CAUTION
Use Volvo's original washer fluid or an equiva-lent fluid with the recommended pH valuebetween 6 and 8, diluted as recommended,e.g. in a 1:1 solution with pH-neutral water.
CAUTION
Use washer fluid with anti-freeze when tem-peratures are below the freezing point to helpkeep the pump, reservoir and hoses fromfreezing.
Volume:
The washer fluid reservoir has a volume of 5.5 lit-ers (5.8 qts).
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 176)
Using the windshield and headlight washers(p. 178)
Using the rain sensor's memory function(p. 177)
Windshield wipers in the service position(p. 634)
Replacing windshield wiper blades (p. 633)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 176)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 175)