2021 VOLVO V60 tow

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STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the vehicle392
Switching off the vehicle 394
Ignition modes 395
Selecting ignition mode 396
Brake functions 397
Brakes 397
Brake Assist System 398
Braking on wet roads 399
Braking on salted roads 399
Maintenance of the brake system 399
Parking brake 400
Activating and deactivating the parking brake 400
Settings for automatically activat-ing the parking brake 402
Parking on a hill 402
Parking brake malfunction 402
Auto-hold brakes 403
Activating and deactivating Auto-hold at a standstill 404
Hill Start Assist 405
Braking assist after a collision 405
Regenerative braking *
405
Transmission 406
Automatic transmission 406

Shifting gears with automatic transmission 407
Using the steering wheel paddles *
to shift 409
Shiftlock 411
Deactivating the automatic shiftlock 411
The kickdown function 412
The Launch function *
412
Automatic transmission symbolsand messages 413
All Wheel Drive (AWD) *
413
Drive modes *
413
Changing drive mode *
415
Eco drive mode 416
Activating and deactivating Ecodrive mode using the function button 418
Start/Stop function 418
Driving with the Start/Stop function 418
Deactivating the Start/Stop function 420
Conditions for the Start/Stop function 420
Leveling control * and suspension
422
Economical driving 423
Preparing for a long trip 424
Winter driving 424
Driving through standing water 425
Opening/closing the fuel filler door 425

Refueling426
Fuel 427
Octane rating 428
Emission controls 429
Overheating of engine and trans- mission 430
Battery drain 431
Jump starting using another battery 431
Driving with a trailer 434
Trailer Stability Assist *
436
Checking trailer lights 437
Towing using a towline 438
Attaching and removing the tow-ing eyelet 439
Recovery 440
HomeLink ®
* 441
Programming HomeLink ®
* 442
Using HomeLink ®
* 443
Type approval for HomeLink ®
* 444
Compass *
445
Activating and deactivating the compass * 445
Calibrating the compass *
445

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Paintwork620
Touching up minor paint damage 621
Color codes 622
Changing rear window wipers 622
Replacing windshield wiper blades 624
Putting the wiper blades in service position 625
Filling washer fluid 626
SPECIFICATIONS
Type designations628
Dimensions 631
Weights 633
Towing capacity and tongue weight 634
Engine specifications 635
Engine oil specifications 636
Transmission fluid specifications 636
Brake fluid specifications 637
Fuel tank volume 637
Air conditioning specifications 637
Approved tire pressure 639
INDEX
Index 641

SAFETY
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2. Buckle the seat belt by pushing the latch
plate into the receptacle.
> A distinct "click" indicates that the beltis locked into place.
WARNING
Always insert the seat belt latch plate into the belt buckle on the correct side. Failureto do so could cause the seat belts and beltbuckles to malfunction in a collision. Thereis a risk of serious injury. 3. The height of the seat belts in the front
seats can be adjusted.
Press the button on the seat belt holder and move the belt up or down. Position the belt as high as possible with- out it chafing against the neck.
The belt should be positioned closely over the shoul- der (against the collarbone, not down over the arm).
4. Tighten the lap section of the seat beltover the hips by pulling the diagonal sec- tion upward toward the shoulder.
The lap section of the seat belt should be positioned low on the hips (not against the abdomen).

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Airbags
The vehicle is equipped with airbags and inflatable curtains for the driver and passen-gers.
WARNING
If the airbag warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it illu-minates while you are driving, have thevehicle inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician assoon as possible.
Never attempt to alter or repair any ofthe vehicle's safety systems yourself.Incorrectly performed repairs to anysystem could impair function and leadto serious injury. All work on these sys-tems should be performed by a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
If your vehicle has become water-damaged in any way (e.g., soaked floor mats/stand-ing water on the floor of the vehicle), donot attempt to start the engine. This maycause airbag deployment, which couldresult in serious injury. Volvo recommendstowing the vehicle directly to an authorizedVolvo workshop. Before attempting to tow the vehicle:
1. Switch off the ignition for at least 10
minutes and disconnect the battery.
2. Follow the instructions for manually overriding the shiftlock system.
Deployed airbags
WARNING
If any of the airbags have deployed:
Do not attempt to drive the vehicle. Have it towed to an authorized work-shop.
If necessary, seek medical attention.
Related information

Safety (p. 44)
Driver/passenger side front airbags (p. 56)
Side airbags (p. 62)
Inflatable curtain (p. 63)

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WARNING
Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat occupants under 140 cm (4 feet7 inches) in height who have outgrownthese devices sit in the rear seat withthe seat belt fastened. See also theOccupant Weight Sensor information.
Never drive with the airbags deployed.The fact that they hang out can impairthe steering of your vehicle. Othersafety systems can also be damaged.
The smoke and dust formed when theairbags are deployed can cause skinand eye irritation in the event of pro-longed exposure.
Should you have questions about any compo-nent in the SRS system, please contact atrained and qualified Volvo service technicianor Volvo customer support: In the United StatesVolvo Car USA, LLCCustomer Care Center 1 Volvo Drive P.O. Box 914Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 1-800-458-1552www.volvocars.com/usIn CanadaVolvo Car Canada Ltd.Customer Care Centre9130 Leslie Street, Suite 101Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 0B91-800-663-8255www.volvocars.com/ca
Airbag decals
Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors.
Passenger's side airbag decal.
WARNING

Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat.
Occupants in the front passenger'sseat must never sit on the edge of theseat, sit leaning toward the instrumentpanel or otherwise sit out of position.
The occupant's back must be asupright as comfort allows and beagainst the seat back with the seat beltproperly fastened.
Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not onthe dash, seat or out of the window.

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Related information
Airbags (p. 55)
Safety mode Safety mode is a feature that is triggered after a collision if there is potential damage toan important function in the vehicle, such asthe fuel lines, sensors for one of the safetysystems, the brake system, etc.
If the vehicle has been involved in a collision, the text Safety mode See Owner's manualmay appear in the instrument panel along with the warning symbol if the panel is undamagedand the vehicle's electrical system is intact.The message indicates that one or more of thevehicle's functions may be reduced.
WARNING
Never attempt to restart the vehicle if you smell fuel fumes when the message Safety
mode See Owner's manual is displayed
in the instrument panel. Leave the vehicle immediately.
If safety mode has been set, it may be possi- ble to reset the system in order to start andmove the vehicle a short distance, for exam-ple, if it is blocking traffic.
WARNING
Never attempt to perform repairs or reset electrical components on your own afterthe vehicle has been in safety mode. Thiscould result in injury or prevent the vehiclefrom functioning properly. Volvo recom-mends having the vehicle inspected andreset to normal operating status by an authorized Volvo workshop after
Safety
mode See Owner's manual has been dis-
played.
WARNING
When the vehicle is in safety mode, it should not be towed behind another vehi-cle. It should be towed from the site on atow truck. Volvo recommends towing thevehicle directly to an authorized Volvoworkshop.
Related information
Safety (p. 44)
Starting and moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode (p. 65)
Recovery (p. 440)

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Starting and moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode If safety mode has been set, it may be possi- ble to reset the system in order to start andmove the vehicle a short distance, for exam-ple, if it is blocking traffic.
Starting the vehicle when it is in safety mode
1. Check the vehicle for damage, particularlyfor fuel leakage. Make sure you do not detect any gasoline fumes. If the damage to the vehicle is minor and there is no fuel leakage/fumes, you mayattempt to start the engine.
WARNING
Never attempt to restart the vehicle if you smell fuel fumes when the message Safety
mode See Owner's manual is displayed
in the instrument panel. Leave the vehicle immediately.
2. Switch off the ignition. 3. Then try to start the vehicle.
> The vehicle's electrical system will per-form a system check and then attempt to reset to normal operating mode.
CAUTION
If the message Safety mode See
Owner's manual is still displayed, the
vehicle should not be driven or towed behind another vehicle. If the vehicle needsto be moved, it must be towed on a towtruck. Even if no damage is apparent, theremay be hidden damage that could makethe vehicle impossible to control.
Moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode
1. If the message Normal mode The car is
now in normal mode is displayed after
attempting to start the engine, the vehicle may be moved carefully from its presentposition if, for example, it is blocking traf-fic.
2. Do not move the vehicle farther than abso- lutely necessary.
WARNING
When the vehicle is in safety mode, it should not be towed behind another vehi-cle. It should be towed from the site on atow truck. Volvo recommends towing thevehicle directly to an authorized Volvoworkshop.
Related information
Safety mode (p. 64)
Starting the vehicle (p. 392)
Recovery (p. 440)

LIGHTING
* Option/accessory.
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Using home safe lighting
Some of the exterior lights remain on to illu- minate the area around the vehicle. This iscalled home safe lighting.
To activate home safe lighting:
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Push the left-side steering wheel lever toward the dashboard and release.
3. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors. > A symbol in the instrument panel illumi-nates to indicate that the function is activated and exterior lighting switcheson: Parking lights, headlights, licenseplate lighting and outer door handle lighting *.
The length of time home safe lighting remains illuminated can be set in the center display.
Related information
Adjusting light functions via the centerdisplay (p. 151)
Welcome Light (p. 160)
Welcome Light
Approach lighting is activated when the vehi- cle is unlocked and can be used to providelight as you walk toward the vehicle.
The function is activated when the remote key is used for unlocking. The parking lights, ceil-ing lights, footwell lights and trunk/cargocompartment lights are activated in daylightconditions. In weak daylight or dark condi-tions, the license plate lighting and outer door handle lighting * will also be activated, with the
light directed toward the ground. If no door is opened, the lights will remain illu- minated for approx. 2 minutes. If a door isopened while the function is activated, the interior lighting and outer door handle lighting *
will remain on for a longer period of time. This function can be activated and deactivated in the center display.
Related information
Adjusting light functions via the centerdisplay (p. 151)
Using home safe lighting (p. 160)
Remote key (p. 238)
Interior Lighting
The passenger compartment is equipped with several different types of lighting, e.g.general lighting, adjustable ambient lightingand reading lights.
All lighting in the passenger compartment can be turned on and off manually within5 minutes after:
the engine has been switched off and theignition is in mode
0.
the vehicle is unlocked but has not beenstarted.
Front ceiling lighting
The controls in the ceiling console for the front read- ing lights and courtesy lighting.
Reading light left side
Passenger compartment lighting