2021 VOLVO V60 wiper blades

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
* Option/accessory.
618
Cleaning the wiper blades 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. Use a car washingdetergent recommended by Volvo.
Asphalt, dust and salt residue on wiper blades, as well as insects, ice etc. on the windshield,shorten the service life of wiper blades. When cleaning, put the wiper blades in the service position.
NOTE
Wash the wiper blades and windshield regularly with a lukewarm soap solution orvehicle shampoo. Do not use strong sol-vents.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 613)
Polishing and waxing (p. 614)
Hand washing (p. 615)
Automatic car washes (p. 616)
High-pressure washing (p. 617)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 618)
Cleaning rims (p. 619)
Corrosion protection (p. 620)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components 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. Usea car washing detergent recommended byVolvo.
A special cleaning agent available from Volvo retailers is recommended for the cleaning andcare of colored plastic parts, rubber and trimcomponents, e.g. glossy trim. Follow theusage instructions for the cleaning agent care-fully. Avoid using car washing detergents with a pH value lower than 3.5 or higher than 11.5. Doingso could result in the discoloring of anodized aluminum surfaces
* (as shown in the illustra-
tions below). Abrasive polishing agents are not recommended for these areas (as shown inthe illustrations below).

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Components that should be washed with a cleaning product with a pH value between 3.5 and 11.5.
CAUTION
Avoid waxing and polishing plastic and rubber. If using degreaser on plastic and rubber, only rub (if necessary) with slight pressure.Use a soft sponge. Polishing glossy trim moldings can wear away or damage the glossy surface layer. Polish containing abrasives must not be used.
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. 613)
Polishing and waxing (p. 614)
Hand washing (p. 615)
Automatic car washes (p. 616)
High-pressure washing (p. 617)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 618)
Cleaning rims (p. 619)
Corrosion protection (p. 620)
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 rims at a car wash or garage withan oil separator. Use a car washing detergentrecommended by Volvo.
Use a rim cleaning agent recommended by Volvo. Strong rim cleaning agents could damage the surface and stain the chromed aluminum rims.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 613)
Polishing and waxing (p. 614)
Hand washing (p. 615)
Automatic car washes (p. 616)
High-pressure washing (p. 617)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trimcomponents (p. 618)
Cleaning rims (p. 619)
Corrosion protection (p. 620)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
620
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. 613)
Polishing and waxing (p. 614)
Hand washing (p. 615)
Automatic car washes (p. 616)
High-pressure washing (p. 617)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 618)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trimcomponents (p. 618)
Cleaning rims (p. 619)
Paintwork The paintwork consists of multiple layers. It is an important part of the vehicle's corrosionprotection and therefore needs to be checkedregularly.
The most common types of paint damage are minor stone chips, scratches and damage toe.g. the edges of fenders, doors and bumpers.To help prevent corrosion, paint damageshould be rectified immediately.
Related information
Touching up minor paint damage(p. 621)
Color codes (p. 622)

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622
Color codes
Color codeThe color code decal is placed on the vehicle's left-side door pillar (B-pillar) between the frontand rear doors and is visible when the leftfront door is open.
Sample color code (1): US models.
Exterior color code
Secondary exterior color code (if applica- ble)
Sample color code (1): Canadian models.
Exterior color code
Secondary exterior color code (if applica- ble)
Related information
Paintwork (p. 620)
Touching up minor paint damage (p. 621)
Changing rear window wipers The wiper blades help remove water from the windshield and rear window. Along with thewasher fluid, they are designed to clean theglass and help improve visibility while driving.The windshield and rear window wiperblades can be replaced.

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Changing rear window wipers
Lift the wiper arm from the window and pull the upper section of the blade down diagonally to theright.
Grasp the center of the wiper blade and lift it from the window to the stop posi-tion.
NOTE
When the wiper arm is halfway folded out, it will stop in a locking position that helpsprevent the arm from falling back onto therear window. The wiper arm must bepulled past the locking position stop inorder to change the wiper blade.
Grasp the center attachment point and pull it diagonally down to the right untilthe blade detaches from the arm.
Lift the sleeve on the wiper blade attach- ment. Make sure that the wiper armdoesn't accidentally retract toward thewindow.
Remove the washer hose from the attach- ment.
Attach the new washer hose and wiper blade in the attachment. Fold down thesleeve on the wiper blade attachment.
NOTE
Make sure that the hose is positioned as shown in the illustration. If the hose is notpositioned as shown, it could be squeezedby the sleeve when it is folded down again.
6. Press the new wiper blade until it clicksinto place. Check to make sure the blade is securely in place.
7. Fold the wiper arm back toward the win- dow.
CAUTION
Check the blades regularly. Neglected maintenance shortens the life of theblades.
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 175)
Using the windshield and headlight wash- ers (p. 177)
Using automatic rear window wipingwhen backing up (p. 179)
Activating and deactivating the rain sen-sor's memory function (p. 176)
Using the rear window wiper/washer(p. 178)
Filling washer fluid (p. 626)
Putting the wiper blades in service posi-tion (p. 625)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 624)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 174)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 174)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
624
Replacing windshield wiper bladesThe wiper blades help remove water from the windshield and rear window. Along with thewasher fluid, they are designed to clean theglass and help improve visibility while driving.The windshield and rear window wiperblades can be replaced.
Raise the wiper arms to the service position. Service position is activated/deactivated viathe function view in the center display whenthe car is stationary and the windshield wipersare not on.
Put the wiper blade in removal position by folding it out from the wiper arm until itclicks.
Press and hold the lock button on the wiper blade attachment.
While holding the button down, pull the blade straight out, parallel with the wiperarm.
4. Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks into place.
5. Fold the blade back toward the arm until it clicks into place. The blade is no longer inits removal position and can once again bemoved.
6. Check to make sure the wiper blade is securely in place.
7. Press the wiper blade back against the windshield.
Wiper blades come in varying lengths
NOTE
When changing wiper blades, make sure that the blades are of different lengths. Theblade on the driver's side is longer than theone on the passenger side.
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 175)
Using the windshield and headlight wash- ers (p. 177)
Using automatic rear window wipingwhen backing up (p. 179)
Activating and deactivating the rain sen-sor's memory function (p. 176)
Using the rear window wiper/washer(p. 178)
Filling washer fluid (p. 626)
Putting the wiper blades in service posi-tion (p. 625)
Changing rear window wipers (p. 622)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 174)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 174)

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Putting the wiper blades in service position The windshield wiper blades must be in the service (vertical) position for certain opera-tions, e.g. replacing the blades.
Windshield wipers in the service position.
The windshield wipers must be in the service position when replacing, washing or lifting theblades (e.g. to scrape ice or snow from thewindshield).
CAUTION
Before placing the wipers in service posi- tion, ensure that they have not frozen tothe windshield.
Activating/deactivating service position
The service position can be activated/deacti- vated when the vehicle is stationary and thewindshield wipers are switched off. Serviceposition is activated/deactivated via Functionview in the center display:Tap the
Wiper Service
Position button. The indica-
tor light in the button will illu- minate when service positionis activated. The wipers willmove to the service positionwhen activated. To deactivate
the service position, tap
Wiper Service
Position once. The indicator light in the but-
ton will go out when service position is deacti- vated.
The wiper blades will also move out of the service position if: The windshield wipers are turned on.
The windshield washers are turned on.
The rain sensor is activated.
The vehicle begins moving.
CAUTION
If the wiper arms in service position are raised from the windshield, they must befolded back against the windscreen beforeactivating wiping, washing or rain sensoras well as before departure. This is to pre-vent scratching the paint on the hood.
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 175)
Using the windshield and headlight wash- ers (p. 177)
Using automatic rear window wipingwhen backing up (p. 179)
Activating and deactivating the rain sen-sor's memory function (p. 176)
Using the rear window wiper/washer(p. 178)
Filling washer fluid (p. 626)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 624)
Changing rear window wipers (p. 622)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 174)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 174)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
* Option/accessory.
626
Filling washer fluid Washer fluid is used to keep the headlights, windshield and rear window clean. Washerfluid containing anti-freeze should be used invery cold weather (below-freezing tempera-tures).
Fill washer fluid into the reservoir with the blue cover. The reservoir is used for the wind-shield washer, tailgate window washer and headlight washer *.
NOTE
When there is approximately 1 liter (1 qt) of washer fluid remaining, the message
Washer fluid Level low, refill and the
symbol will be displayed in the
instrument panel.
Recommended grade: Washer fluid recom-
mended by Volvo, with frost protection during cold weather and temperatures below thefreezing point.
CAUTION
Use Volvo's original washer fluid or an equivalent fluid with the recommended pHvalue between 6 and 8, diluted as recom-mended, e.g. in a 1:1 solution with pH-neu-tral water.
CAUTION
Use washer fluid with anti-freeze when temperatures are below the freezing pointto help keep the pump, reservoir and hosesfrom freezing.
Volume:
Vehicles
with headlight washing: 5.5 liters
(5.8 qts).
Vehicles
without headlight washing: 3.5
liters (3.7 qts).
Related information
Using the rain sensor (p. 175)
Using the windshield and headlight wash- ers (p. 177)
Using automatic rear window wipingwhen backing up (p. 179)
Activating and deactivating the rain sen-sor's memory function (p. 176)
Using the rear window wiper/washer(p. 178)
Putting the wiper blades in service posi-tion (p. 625)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 624)
Changing rear window wipers (p. 622)
Using the windshield wipers (p. 174)
Wiper blades and washer fluid (p. 174)
Opening and closing the hood (p. 576)