STARTING AND DRIVING
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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. 545)
Filling washer fluid (p. 650)
Winter driving (p. 442)
Economical driving (p. 438)
Vehicle modem settings (p. 519)
Loading recommendations (p. 577)
Driving with a trailer (p. 457)
Pilot Assist
* (p. 291)
Tire sealing system (p. 561)
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.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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Installing the ball holder1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from
the locking bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the towbar assembly.
2. Slide the ball holder into the towbar assembly.
3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one in the towbar assembly.
4. Slide the locking bolt through the towbar assembly/ball holder.
5. Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the end of the locking bolt.
WARNING
Be sure the towbar is securely locked in position before attaching anything toit.
Always attach the trailer's safety wiresecurely to the towbar's safety wireattachment bracket.
Removing the ball holder1. Remove the cotter pin from the locking
bolt and slide the locking bolt out of theball holder/towbar assembly.
2. Pull the ball holder out of the towbar assembly.
WARNING
Damage may occur on the towbar if it is not used correctly or if incorrect or faultyaccessories are used, such as:
Overloading of accessory.
Use of incorrect or faulty accessory.
Accessory used for an incorrect pur- pose.
Use of weight-distributing towing sys-tem.
Incorrectly positioned ball mount; seegeometric limits for the towbar.
Stowing the ball holder
WARNING
When not in use, the detachable ball holder should always be properly stowed in thedesignated location under the floor of thecargo compartment.
Driving with a trailerWhen towing a trailer, the original ball holder or equivalent should be used.
The ball mount must fall within the geometric limits for the towbar, for both distance
and
height
. Geometric limits are described on a
type plate located on the towbar.
Related information
Retractable hitch
* (p. 453)
Driving with a trailer (p. 457)
Towing capacity and tongue weight (p. 660)
WHEELS AND TIRES
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Tread wear indicatorThe tread wear indicator shows the status of the tire's tread.
The tread wear indicator is a narrow elevated strip running across the tire's longitudinaltread grooves. The letters TWI (Tread WearIndicator) are visible on the side of the tire.When approximately 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) is lefton the tread, the tread will be at the sameheight as the tread wear indicator. Replace thetire as soon as possible. Tires with low treadoffer very poor traction in rain or snow.
Related information
Tires (p. 538)
Tire terminology
The following is a glossary of tire-related terms.
The tire suppliers may have additional mark- ings, notes or warnings such as standard load,radial tubeless, etc.
Tire information placard
: A placard
showing the OE (Original Equipment) tiresizes, recommended inflation pressure,and the maximum weight the vehicle cancarry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
: A num-
ber on the sidewall of each tire providinginformation about the tire brand and man-ufacturing plant, tire size and date of man-ufacture.
Inflation pressure
: A measure of the
amount of air in a tire.
Standard load
: A class of P-metric or
Metric tires designed to carry a maximumload at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metrictires]. Increasing the inflation pressurebeyond this pressure will not increase thetires load carrying capability.
Extra load
: A class of P-metric or Metric
tires designed to carry a heavier maximumload at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metrictires]. Increasing the inflation pressurebeyond this pressure will not increase thetire's load carrying capability.
kPa
: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pres-
sure.
PSI
: Pounds per square inch, a standard
unit of air pressure.
B-pillar
: The structural member at the
side of the vehicle behind the front door.
Bead area of the tire
: Area of the tire next
to the rim.
Sidewall of the tire
: Area between the
bead area and the tread.
Tread area of the tire
: Area of the perime-
ter of the tire that contacts the road whenmounted on the vehicle.
Rim
: The metal support (wheel) for a tire
or a tire and tube assembly upon whichthe tire beads are seated.
Maximum load rating
: a figure indicating
the maximum load in pounds and kilo-grams that can be carried by the tire. Thisrating is established by the tire manufac-turer.
Maximum permissible inflationpressure
: the greatest amount of air pres-
sure that should ever be put in the tire.This limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
Recommended tire inflation pressure
:
inflation pressure, established by Volvo,which is based on the type of tires that aremounted on a vehicle at the factory. Thisinformation can be found on the tire infla-
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WHEELS AND TIRES
542tion placard(s) located on the driver's side B-pillar and in the tire inflation table in thischapter.
Cold tires
: The tires are considered to be
cold when they have the same tempera-ture as the surrounding (ambient) air. Thistemperature is normally reached after thevehicle has been parked for at least 3hours.
Related information
Tires (p. 538)
Tire sidewall designations
The following information can be found on a tire's sidewall.
Federal law mandates that tire manufacturers place standardized information on the sidewallof all tires (see the illustration). The vehicle has been certified with certain combinations of wheels and tires. The following information is listed on the tire sidewall: The tire designation:
NOTE
Please be aware that the following tire designation is an example only and that
this particular tire may not be available onyour vehicle.
1. 215: The width of the tire (in millimeters)
from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. The larger the number, the wider the tire.
2. 65: The ratio of the tire's height to its
width in percent.
3. R: Radial tire (the designation RF and the
symbol indicate that the vehicle is
equipped with optional self-supporting run flat tires 3
.
4. 15: The diameter of the wheel rim (in
inches).
5. 95: The tire's load index. In this example, a
load index of 95 equals a maximum load of 1521 lbs (690 kg).
6. H: The tire's speed rating, or the maximum
speed at which the tire is designed to bedriven for extended periods of time, carry-ing a permissible load for the vehicle, andwith correct inflation pressure. For exam-ple, H indicates a speed rating of210 km/h (130 mph).
3 Self-supporting run flat tires may not be available on all models.
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LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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WARNING
In a head-on collision at a speed of 50 km/h (30 mph), an unsecured objectweighing 20 kg (44 pounds) can reach aprojectile weight equivalent to 1000 kg(2200 pounds).
WARNING
If objects are loaded higher than the upper edge of the side windows, leave a 10 cm(4 in.) space between the objects and thewindow. Objects placed closer to thiscould impede the function of the inflatablecurtain concealed inside the headlining.
WARNING
Always secure the load. Otherwise, it may shift during heavy braking and injure peo-ple in the vehicle. Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with something soft. Turn off the engine and apply the parking brake when loading/unloading longobjects. Otherwise, it is possible for theload to reach the gear lever or gear selectorand move it to a drive position – whichcould cause the vehicle to begin rolling.
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 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 into the cargo com-partment/trunk or to facilitate attaching a trailer*.
The controls for raising/lowering are located at the rear edge of the right side panel in thecargo compartment/trunk.
Controls for raising/lowering the rear end of the vehi- cle.
The controls consist of two buttons ‒ one but-
ton for lowering and one button for raising the rear end. Press and hold the relevant buttonuntil the desired 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 thedoors or the hood is open. This does notapply to the tailgate.
WARNING
Make sure that no people, animals or objects are found under the vehicle when itis lowered. This could endanger life andcause damage to the vehicle or objects.
Related information
Load anchoring eyelets (p. 580)
Folding down the rear seat backrests (p. 198)
Rear seat ski hatch (p. 580)
Roof loads and load carriers (p. 579)
Leveling control
* and suspension (p. 430)
Weights (p. 659)
SPECIFICATIONS
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DimensionsThe vehicle's length, height, etc. are shown in the table.
Dimensions mm inches
A Ground clearance A
211 8,3
B Wheelbase 2865 112.8 C Length 4688 184.6
D Load length, floor, folded backrest 1746 68.7
E Load length, floor 960 37.8 F Height B
1658 65.3Dimensions mm inches
G Load height 776 30.6 H Wheel track, front 1653C
1649 D
1655 E
1668 F65.1
C
64.9 D
65.2 E
65.7 FDimensions mm inches
I Wheel track, rear 1657C
1653 D
1659 E
1673 F65.2
C
65.1 D
65.3 E
65.9 F
J Load width, floor 1010 39.8
K Width 1902 74.9
INDEX
672Front seats, power 189
adjusting passenger seat from driv-
er's seat 197
adjusting seat 189
Lumbar support 195
massage 192, 193, 194
multifunction control 192, 193, 194, 195
Side bolsters 195
store position 190, 191
FSC, environmental labeling 25
Fuel 446 Travel Link service 489
Fuel filling 445
Fuel gauge 89
Fuel requirements 446, 447 Fuel tank volume 664
Fuse box 613
Fuses 613 below the glove compartment 622
in engine compartment 615
in the cargo compartment 628
replacing 613
G
Gasoline grade 446 Gauge fuel gauge 89
hybrid battery 90
Gear selector positions automatic transmission 418
Glass, laminated/reinforced 170
Glove compartment 575Gracenote ® 495
Grocery bag holders 579
Gross vehicle weight 659
H
Handbrake 411
Hand wash 639 Hard disk space 524
Hazard warning flashers 164
HDC 436
HD radio 479
Head restraint 199
Head-up display 145 activating/deactivating 147
cleaning 634
Distance Alert 277
replacing windshield 599
settings 147
store position 147, 190, 191
Heated wiper blades 180
Heater 233 auxiliary heater 233
parking heater 233
Heating Seats 216, 217
steering wheel 218
windows 221
Height adjustment 430, 433
high beams 160, 161
High engine temperature 450
Hill Descent Control 436, 437 activate with function button 437
Hill Start Assist 416 Hill Start Assist (HSA) 416
Hoisting the vehicle 597Hold vehicle function 441
HomeLink ® 463
programming 464
type approval 466
use 466