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STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
444
Remove the cover by pressing on the mark with a finger while folding out theopposite side/corner.
> The cover turns along its center line and
can then be removed. 3. Screw the towing eyelet into place as far
as possible.Fasten the eyelet securing by, for example, inserting a lug wrench * through it and
using this as a lever.
CAUTION
It is important that the towing eye is screwed in securely as far as possible.
Removing the towing eyelet–Unscrew the towing eyelet after use and return it to its storage location in the foamblock. Replace the cover on the bumper.
Related information
Towing using a towline (p. 443)
Recovery (p. 444)
Tool kit (p. 534)
Recovery
This section refers to transporting the vehicle with a tow truck or similar vehicle.
Call a professional towing service for assis- tance. In certain conditions, the towing eyelet can be used to pull the vehicle onto a flatbed towtruck.
CAUTION
Note that vehicles with Twin Engine must always be towed raised with all wheels onthe tow truck.
For vehicles equipped with leveling con- trol *: If the vehicle is equipped with pneumatic
suspension, this feature must be turned off before the vehicle is lifted onto a tow truck.Turning off the function in the center display. 1. Tap
Settings in the Top view.
2. Tap
My CarParking Brake and
Suspension.
3. Select
Disable Leveling Control.
The vehicle's location and ground clearance determine if it can be lifted onto a tow truck. Ifthe incline of the tow truck is too steep or ifthe ground clearance under the vehicle isinsufficient, attempting to pull it up may resultin damage. In this case, the vehicle should
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WHEELS AND TIRES
* Option/accessory.535
Jack*
The jack can be used to lift the vehicle to e.g. change a wheel.CAUTION
When not in use, the jack
* should be
kept in its storage compartment under the cargo compartment floor.
The jack provided with your vehicle isintended to be used only in temporarysituations such as changing wheels inthe event of a flat tire. Only the jackthat came with your particular modelshould be used to lift the vehicle. If thevehicle needs to be lifted more fre-quently or for a prolonged period, usinga garage jack or hoist is recommended.Always follow this device's instructionsfor use.
The jack needs to be cranked together to the correct position in order to fit. For vehicles with
Leveling Control*
: If the
vehicle is equipped with the optional pneu- matic suspension, it must be turned off beforethe vehicle is lifted on a jack.
Related information
Tool kit (p. 534)
Hoisting the vehicle (p. 569)
Wheel bolts
The wheel bolts hold the wheel in place on the wheel hub.
Only use rims that have been tested and approved by Volvo and are included in Volvo'soriginal product range. Use a torque wrench to check that the wheel bolts are tightened correctly. Do not grease the wheel bolt threads.
WARNING
The wheel bolts may need to be tightened again several days after a wheel change.Temperature fluctuations and vibrationscan cause them to loosen slightly.
CAUTION
The wheel bolts should be tightened to 140 Nm (103 ft. lbs.). Over-tightening orunder-tightening could damage the threa-ded joints.
Locking wheel bolts *A tool for removing the locking wheel bolts is located in the foam block under the cargocompartment floor.
Related information
Removing a wheel (p. 536)
Installing a wheel (p. 538)
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LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
* Option/accessory.559
Extra cargo space
The rear seat backrests can be folded down *
to increase cargo space in the cargo compart- ment/trunk and simplify loading. If the rearseat backrests are folded down, make surethat no objects loaded into the vehicle preventthe WHIPS system for the front seats fromfunctioning correctly. The ski hatch *1
in the rear seat can be folded
down to carry skis or other long, thin objects.
Related information
Load anchoring eyelets (p. 560)
Rear seat ski hatch
* (p. 560)
Roof loads and load carriers (p. 559)
Leveling control
* and suspension (p. 425)
Weights (p. 629)
Roof loads and load carriers
Volvo-developed load carriers are recom- mended for carrying loads on the roof of thevehicle.
Volvo load carriers are specially designed to help prevent damage to your vehicle and helpensure maximum safety while driving. Volvoload carriers are available from authorizedVolvo retailers. Carefully follow the installation instructions provided with the load carriers. Distribute the load evenly throughout the load carriers. Place heavier cargo at thebottom of the load.
Check periodically to ensure that the loadcarriers and load are properly secured.Secure the load firmly using tie straps orsimilar.
If the load is longer than the vehicle, suchas a canoe or kayak, attach the towingeyelet in its front outlet and secure the tiestraps in it.
The vehicle's wind resistance and fuelconsumption increase with the size of theload.
Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid acceleration,hard braking and fast cornering.
WARNING
The vehicle's center of gravity and driving characteristics are altered by roof loads. Follow the vehicle's specifications regar- ding weights and maximum permittedload.
Related information
Loading recommendations (p. 558)
Weights (p. 629)
1
Not available for the S90 Excellence.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
* Option/accessory.
602
PositionsThere is a decal with a diagram of the loca- tions of the fuses on the inside of the cover.
Function Ampere Type
– –
MCaseA
Central electrical module
40
MCaseA
Pneumatic suspension
* compressor 40
MCaseA
Lock motor for rear seat backrest, right side
15
MCaseA
Electrical outlets in the tunnel console B
30B
MCaseA
Lock motor for rear seat backrest, left side
15
MCaseA
Door module right side, rear C
20MCaseA
–
–
MCaseA
Power rear seat (right-hand side) B
20
Power trunk release* 25
MCaseA
Power front passenger seat
*
Door module right side, front 20
MCaseA
MCaseA
Seat belt tensioner module (right side)
40
MCaseA
Internal relay windings
5 Micro
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CAUTION
Avoid washing the vehicle with cleaner with a pH value below 3.5 or above 11.5.This could cause discoloration of anodizedaluminum components like the roof rail andaround the side windows. Never use metal polishing agent on ano- dized aluminum components. This couldcause discoloration and destroy the sur-face treatment.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 610)
Polishing and waxing (p. 610)
Hand washing (p. 611)
Automatic car washes (p. 613)
High-pressure washing (p. 614)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 614)
Cleaning rims (p. 616)
Corrosion protection (p. 616)
Cleaning rims
The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicleclean. It could also lead to paint damage.Wash the vehicle in a car wash or garagewith an oil separator and use car washingdetergent.
Only use rim cleaning products recommended by Volvo. Strong rim cleaning agents could damage the surface and stain the chromed aluminum rims.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 610)
Polishing and waxing (p. 610)
Hand washing (p. 611)
Automatic car washes (p. 613)
High-pressure washing (p. 614)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trimcomponents (p. 615)
Cleaning rims (p. 616)
Corrosion protection (p. 616)
Corrosion protection Your vehicle is constructed with protection against corrosion.
Corrosion protection for the body consists of modern metallic protective coatings on thesheet metal, a high-quality painting process,corrosion-protected and minimized metaloverlap, and shielding plastic components,abrasion protection and supplemental rustinhibitor in exposed areas. In the chassis,exposed components of the wheel suspensionare made of corrosion-resistant cast alumi-num.
Inspection and maintenanceThe corrosion protection does not normallyrequire maintenance, but keeping the vehicleclean helps reduce the risk of corrosion. Theuse of strong alkaline or acidic cleaning fluidsshould be avoided on shiny body components.Any stone chips in the paint should betouched up as soon as they are discovered.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 610)
Polishing and waxing (p. 610)
Hand washing (p. 611)
Automatic car washes (p. 613)
High-pressure washing (p. 614)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 614)