2021 VOLVO V60 Owners Manual

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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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)

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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)

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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)

S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

SPECIFICATIONS
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Type designationsThe decals in the vehicle contain information such as chassis number, type designation,color code, etc.
Location of decals
The illustration is general and details may vary depending on market and model.

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Vehicle Emission Control Information.
US models. Your Volvo is designed to meet all
applicable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the underside ofthe hood. For further information regardingthese regulations, please consult your Volvoretailer. Vehicle Emission Control Information.
Canadian models. Your Volvo is designed to
meet all applicable emission standards, as evi- denced by the certification label on the under-side of the hood. For further information regar-ding these regulations, please consult yourVolvo retailer.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The
VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) should always be quoted in allcorrespondence concerning your vehicle withthe retailer and when ordering parts.
Tire inflation pressures. This label indi-
cates the correct inflation pressures for the tires that were on the vehicle when it left thefactory.

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Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS) standards (Canada).Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicablesafety standards, as evidenced by the certifi-cation label on the driver's side B-pillar (thestructural member at the side of the vehicle, atthe rear of the driver's door opening). Thislabel also includes codes for paint color, etc.For further information regarding these regula-tions, please consult your Volvo retailer. U.S.models have the upper decal; Canadian mod-els have the lower one. Engine oil. This label contains the recom-
mended engine oil specifications.
Decal A/C. Refrigerant R1234yf.
NOTE
The decals shown in the Owner's Manual do not claim to be exact reproductions ofthose found in the vehicle. The purpose isto show approximately how they look andabout where they are located on the vehi-cle. The information that applies for yourvehicle in particular is found on the decalon the vehicle.
Related information
Air conditioning specifications (p. 637)