2021 VOLVO V60 air conditioning

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Setting the blower speed for the front seats4
The blower can be set to several different automatically controlled speeds for the frontseat.
1. Tap the symbol in the center of the climate bar to open Climate view in the center dis- play.
Blower control buttons in Climate view.
2.Tap the desired blower speed: Off, 1-5 orMax.
> The blower speed will be changed and the buttons for the set speed will light up.
CAUTION
The air conditioning will not engage if the blower is turned off completely, which maycause fogging on the inside of the win-dows.
NOTE
The climate system automatically adapts airflow as needed within the set blowerspeed, which means that airflow speedmay vary slightly within the same blowerspeed.
Related information
Climate system controls (p. 210)
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The same setting applies to the rear seats with the 2-zone climate system.

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Climate system controls (p. 210)
Activating and deactivating air conditioning
The air conditioning cools and dehumidifies incoming air as needed.
When the air conditioning is activated, it will be switched on and off automatically by theclimate system as needed.
1. Tap the symbol in the center of the climate bar to open Climate view in the center dis- play.
2.Tap AC.
> Air conditioning is activated/deacti- vated and the button lights up/goes out.
NOTE
For optimal air conditioning function, close all the side windows and the panoramic roof *.
NOTE
The air conditioning cannot be activated when the fan speed is set to Off.
Related information
Climate system controls (p. 210)

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Parking climate *
Parking climate is an umbrella term for vari- ous functions that improve the passengercompartment climate when the vehicle isparked, e.g. preconditioning.
Parking climate functions are con- trolled from the Parking climate tab
in the center display's Climate view. Tap the symbol in the center of the
climate bar to open Climate view.
Related information
Climate (p. 198)
Preconditioning
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Pre-cleaning
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Climate comfort retaining function
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(p. 231)
Parking climate symbols and messages
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(p. 233)
Preconditioning *
Preconditioning is a climate function that, if possible, attempts to achieve a comfortabletemperature in the passenger compartmentbefore driving.
Preconditioning can be started immediately or started at a preset time using a timer. In warm weather, the climate system venti- lates the passenger compartment by blowingair in from outside. The function cannot heatthe passenger compartment.
NOTE
During preconditioning of the passenger compartment, the vehicle works to reach acomfortable temperature and not the tem-perature set in the climate system.
NOTE
Pre-cleaning * starts automatically when
preconditioning is complete.
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Parking climate
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Starting and stopping preconditioning
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(p. 226)
Preconditioning timer
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Pre-cleaning
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Starting and stopping preconditioning *
Preconditioning ventilates the passenger compartment, if possible, before driving. Thefunction can be started in the center displayor from a cellular phone.
Starting and stopping from the vehicle
1. Tap the symbol in the center of the climate bar to open Climate view in the center dis- play.
2. Select the
Parking climate tab.
3. Tap
Start Pre-con. & Cleaning.
> Preconditioning starts/stops and the button lights up/goes out.
NOTE
The vehicle doors and windows should be closed during preconditioning of the pas-senger compartment.
NOTE
Pre-cleaning * starts automatically when
preconditioning is complete.

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Starting from appA device with the Volvo On Call * app can be
used to start preconditioning or check set- tings. Preconditioning ventilates the passen-ger compartment by blowing in air from out-side. The passenger compartment can also be pre- conditioned using the Engine Remote Start (ERS) 6
function using the Volvo On Call * app.
Related information
Parking climate
* (p. 226)
Preconditioning
* (p. 226)
Preconditioning timer
* (p. 227)
Pre-cleaning
* (p. 230)
Preconditioning timer *
The timer can be set to finish preconditioning at a predetermined time.
The timer can store up to 8 preset times for
a time on a particular date
a time on one or more days of the week, with or without the repeat function.
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Preconditioning
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Adding and editing timer settings for pre- conditioning
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Activating and deactivating precondition-ing timer
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Deleting preconditioning timer settings
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(p. 229)
Adding and editing timer settings for preconditioning *
The preconditioning timer can store up to 8 preset timer settings.
Adding a timer setting
Button for adding a timer setting in the Parking
climate tab in Climate view.
1. Open Climate view in the center display. 2.
Select the
Parking climate tab.
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Certain markets only.

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Pre-cleaning *
Pre-cleaning of the vehicle before driving is used to improve the air quality in the passen-ger compartment.
It is only possible to activate pre-cleaning manually from the center display, but the func-tion is also started automatically when pre-conditioning has finished. The function uses the ventilation system to blow fresh air into the passenger compart-ment and then circulates the air through theclimate system's passenger compartment airfilter.
Related information
Parking climate
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Starting and stopping pre-cleaning
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(p. 230)
Preconditioning
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Starting and stopping pre- cleaning *
Pre-cleaning improves the air quality in the
passenger compartment before driving. The function can be started in the center displayor from a cellular phone.
Starting and stopping from the vehicle
1. Tap the symbol in the center of the climate bar to open Climate view in the center dis- play.
2. Select the
Parking climate tab.
3. Tap
Start Pre-cleaning.
> Pre-cleaning starts/stops and the but- ton lights up/goes out.
Starting from app *A device with the Volvo On Call * app can be
used to start pre-cleaning or check settings.
NOTE
Precleaning always starts automatically when preconditioning is complete.
Related information
Parking climate
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Pre-cleaning
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Preconditioning
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STARTING AND DRIVING
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Economical driving
A more economical driving style can help lower fuel consumption.
Before driving
If possible, precondition the vehicle before driving.
If preconditioning is not possible when itis cold outside, use seat and steeringwheel heating first. Avoid heating theentire passenger compartment to reducethe amount of current being taken fromthe start battery.
Avoid using idling to warm up the vehiclebefore driving.
The type of tires and inflation pressureused could affect energy consumption –consult an authorized Volvo retailer foradvice on suitable tires.
Remove unnecessary items from the vehi-cle - the heavier the load, the higher thefuel consumption.
While driving

Activate Eco drive mode.
Use gear selector position
D as often as
possible.
When using manual gear shifting, drive using the highest possible gear. Use the gear indicator 14
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Maintain a steady speed and a generous following distance to traffic ahead to mini-mize braking. Use engine braking if possi-ble.
Higher speeds increase energy consump-tion because air resistance increases withspeed.
In a cold climate, reduce heating of thewindshield/rear window, mirrors, seatsand the steering wheel.
Avoid driving with the windows open.
Do not use the accelerator pedal to keepthe vehicle stationary on an uphill gradi-ent. Instead, activate the auto-hold brakefunction at a standstill.
Use trip data to see current fuel consump-tion.
WARNING
Never turn off the engine while the vehicle is moving, e.g. when driving downhill. Thisdeactivates certain important systemssuch as power steering and brakes.
After driving
If possible, park in a climate-controlled garage.
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Eco drive mode (p. 416)
Starting and stopping preconditioning
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(p. 226)
Checking tire pressure (p. 527)
Activating and deactivating Auto-hold at astandstill (p. 404)
Start/Stop function (p. 418)
Trip computer (p. 87)
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STARTING AND DRIVING
430heating. This includes: altering fuel injec- tion settings or components, alteringemission system components or locationor removing components, and/or repeateduse of leaded fuel.
NOTE
Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with three-way catalytic converters.
Heated oxygen sensorsThe heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxy- gen content of the exhaust gases. Readingsare fed into a control module that continuouslymonitors engine functions and controls fuelinjection. The ratio of fuel to air into the engineis continuously adjusted for efficient combus-tion to help reduce harmful emissions.
Related information

Octane rating (p. 428)
Fuel (p. 427)
Overheating of engine and transmission
In certain driving conditions, such as driving in mountainous areas or hot weather, there isa risk of the engine or transmission overheat-ing, especially when carrying heavy loads.
Engine power may be temporarily limited.
Remove any auxiliary lights mounted in front of the grille when driving in hotweather.
If the temperature in the engine's coolingsystem becomes too high, a warning sym-bol will appear in the instrument panel along with the message
Engine
temperature High temperature Stop
safely. Pull over to a safe location and let
the engine idle for a few minutes to cool down.
If the message
Engine temperature
High temperature Turn off engine orEngine coolant Level low, turn off
engine is displayed, stop the vehicle and
turn off the engine.
If the transmission begins to overheat, an alternative gear shifting program will beselected. An integrated protective functionwill also be activated, the warning symbolwill illuminate and the message
Transmission warm Reduce speed to
lower temperature or Transmission hot
Stop safely, wait for cooling will be dis- played in the instrument panel. Follow the recommendations given by reducingspeed or stopping the vehicle safely andletting the engine idle for a few minutes tolet the transmission cool.
If the vehicle begins to overheat, the airconditioning may be temporarily switchedoff.
After a prolonged period of driving indemanding conditions, do not turn off theengine immediately after stopping.
NOTE
It is normal for the engine's cooling fan to operate for a short time after the engine isswitched off.
Symbols in the instrument panel
Symbol Meaning
High engine temperature. Follow the recommendations provided.
Low coolant level. Follow the recommendations provided.
Transmission hot/overheated/ cooling. Follow the recommen-dations provided.

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Climate control system service
Service and repairs on the air conditioning system should only be done by an authorizedworkshop.
Troubleshooting and repairsThe air conditioning system contains a fluores- cent tracer substance. Ultraviolet light is usedto search for leaks in the system. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop. The climate system in the vehicle uses a freon- free R1234yf refrigerant. For informationregarding the refrigerant, refer to the decallocated on the inside of the hood.
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains the refrigerant R1234yf under pressure. Inaccordance with SAE J2845 (TechnicianTraining for Safe Service and Containmentof Refrigerants Used in Mobile A/C Sys-tem), service and repairs to the refrigerantsystem may only be performed by trainedand certified technicians in order to ensurethe safety of the system.
Related information
Volvo's service program (p. 566)
Replacing a windshield with head- up display
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Vehicles with a head-up display have a spe- cial type of windshield that meets therequirements for displaying projected infor-mation.
Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop for assistance replacing thewindshield. The correct type of replacementwindshield must be used in order for the head-up display to function properly.
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Head-up display
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Cleaning the head-up display
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ment panel (p. 609)
Opening and closing the hood
To open the hood, pull the lever in the pas- senger compartment and then turn the han-dle under the hood.
Opening the hood
Pull the handle to the left of the brake pedal to release the hood from its fullyclosed position.