STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
432
Preparing for a long trip
It is important to have the vehicle's systems and equipment checked carefully before driv-ing long distances.
Check that
the engine is running properly and that fuel consumption is normal
there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)
the brake pedal is functioning properly
all lights are working
‒ adjust the head-
light height if the vehicle is carrying aheavy load
tire tread depth and air pressure are atcorrect levels. Change to snow tires whendriving in areas where there is a risk ofsnowy or icy roads
the start battery is sufficiently charged
the wiper blades are in good condition
Related information
Checking tire pressure (p. 527)
Filling washer fluid (p. 621)
Winter driving (p. 432)
Economical driving (p. 428)
Vehicle modem settings (p. 501)
Loading recommendations (p. 558)
Pilot Assist
* (p. 287)
Tire sealing system (p. 542)
Winter driving
It is important to check the vehicle before driving in cold/snowy conditions to makesure it can be driven safely.
Before the cold season arrives: Make sure the engine coolant contains 50% antifreeze. This mixture helps pro-tect the engine from frost erosion down toapprox. –35 °C (–31 °F). Do not mix dif-ferent types of antifreeze as this couldpose a health risk.
Keep the fuel tank well filled to preventcondensation from forming.
Check the viscosity of the engine oil. Oilwith low viscosity (thinner oil) improvescold-weather starting and reduces fuelconsumption when driving with a coldengine.
CAUTION
Low-viscosity oil should not be used with hard driving or in hot weather.
Check the condition and charge level of the start battery. Cold weather placesgreater demands on the start battery andreduces its capacity.
Use washer fluid containing antifreeze tohelp prevent ice from forming in thewasher fluid reservoir.
Slippery driving conditionsTo help optimize traction and roadholding,Volvo recommends using snow tires on allwheels whenever there is a risk of snow or iceon the road.
NOTE
Certain countries require use of winter tires by law. Not all countries permit the use ofstudded tires.
Practice driving on slippery surfaces under controlled conditions to learn how the vehiclereacts.
Related information
Snow tires (p. 541)
Snow chains (p. 541)
Braking on salted roads (p. 406)
Braking on wet roads (p. 405)
Filling washer fluid (p. 621)
Start battery (p. 579)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 619)
Refilling coolant (p. 576)
INDEX
636Automatic high beam 155
Automatic locking 258
Automatic relocking 238, 251
Automatic transmission 412, 413
kickdown 417
oil 632
Auxiliary heater 231
B
Backrest front seat, adjusting 184, 185, 188, 189 , 190, 191
rear seat, adjusting 194
Battery Hybrid 583
jump-start 441
Maintenance 579
recycling 584
start 579
symbols on the battery 584
BLIS 329 activating/deactivating 330
limitations 331
Symbols and messages 332
Bloweradjusting 219
air distribution 204
air vents 204
Bluetooth connect 479
connecting vehicle to Internet 499
phone 489
settings 497
Book service and repair 567
Booster cushions 72 Brake assist after collision 412
Brake energy 403, 418Brake fluid grade 632
Brake functions 403
Brake position 413
Brakes 403 anti-lock brakes, ABS 403
automatic when stationary 410
Brake Assist System, BAS 405
brake lights 158
brake system 403
emergency brake lights 158
Maintenance 406
on salted roads 406on wet roads 405
parking brake 406
brake system fluid 632
C
Camera sensor
see Camera 308
Camera unit 308 limitations 309
maintenance and cleaning 313
Capacity weight 548, 629
Cargo compartment 558 attachment points 560
Car wash 610, 611, 613, 614, 615, 616
Catalytic converter 439 recovery 443
CD player 477
Cell phone, see Phone 490
Center console 553 Center display change appearance 128
cleaning 605
climate controls 209
Function view 119
keyboard 123
