2021 VOLVO V60 winter tires

STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
424
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 work
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. 527)
Filling washer fluid (p. 626)
Winter driving (p. 424)
Economical driving (p. 423)
Vehicle modem settings (p. 503)
Loading recommendations (p. 556)
Driving with a trailer (p. 434)
Pilot Assist
* (p. 296)
Tire sealing system (p. 542)
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.
Check the condition and charge level ofthe 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.
See separate section for engine oil recommen-dations.
Slippery driving conditionsTo help optimize traction and roadholding,Volvo recommends using snow tires on allwheels whenever there is a risk of snow or iceon the road.
NOTE
Certain countries require use of winter tires by law. Not all countries permit the use ofstudded tires.
Practice driving on slippery surfaces under controlled conditions to learn how the vehiclereacts.
Related information
Engine oil specifications (p. 636)
Snow tires (p. 540)
Snow chains (p. 541)
Braking on salted roads (p. 399)
Braking on wet roads (p. 399)
Filling washer fluid (p. 626)
Starter battery (p. 584)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 624)
Changing rear window wipers (p. 622)
Refilling coolant (p. 582)

WHEELS AND TIRES
520
TiresThe function of the tires is to carry loads, pro- vide traction on road surfaces, reduce vibra-tions and protect the wheels from wear.
The tires significantly influence the vehicle's driving characteristics. The type, dimensions,tire pressure and speed rating have a consid-erable impact on how the vehicle performs. Your vehicle is equipped with tires according to the vehicle's tire information placard on theB-pillar (the structural member at the side ofthe vehicle, at the rear of the driver's dooropening).
WARNING
A damaged tire could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Some Volvo models are equipped with an Ultra High Performance tire and wheelcombination designed to provide maxi-mum dry pavement performance with con-sideration for hydroplaning resistance.They may be more susceptible to road haz-ard damage and, depending on drivingconditions, may achieve a tread life of lessthan 30,000 km (20,000 miles). Even ifthis vehicle is equipped with Volvo'sadvanced AWD or stability system, thesetires are not designed for winter driving,and should be replaced with winter tireswhen weather conditions dictate.
The tires have good road holding characteris- tics and offer good handling on dry and wetsurfaces. It should be noted however that thetires have been developed to give these fea-tures on snow/ice-free surfaces. Most models are equipped with "all-season" tires, which provide a somewhat higherdegree of roadholding on slippery road surfa-ces than tires without the "all-season" rating.However, Volvo recommends using snow tireson all four wheels for good roadholding on icyor snow-covered roads. When replacing tires, be sure that the newtires are the same size designation, type(radial) and preferably from the same manu-facturer, on all four wheels. Otherwise there isa risk of altering the vehicle's roadholding andhandling characteristics.
Recommended tiresOn delivery, the car is equipped with Volvo original tires that have the VOL
1
marking on
the side of the tires. These tires have been designed specifically for your vehicle. It istherefore important when replacing tires thatthe new tires have this same marking to helpmaintain the vehicle's driving characteristics,comfort and fuel consumption.
New tires
1 This may vary for certain tire dimensions.

WHEELS AND TIRES
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NOTE
The tire's load index and speed rating may not appear on the sidewall because theyare not required by law.
7.M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All
Terrain, AS = All Season
8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) : This begins with the letters "DOT"
and indicates that the tire meets all federalstandards. The next two numbers are thefactory code where the tire was manufac-tured, the next two are the tire size codeand the last four numbers represent theweek and year the tire was made. Forexample, 0717 means that the tire wasmanufactured during week 7 of 2017. Thenumbers in between are marketing codesused at the manufacturer's discretion. Thisinformation helps a tire manufactureridentify a tire for safety recall purposes.
9. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used :
Indicates the number of plies indicates orthe number of layers of rubber-coated fab-ric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire man-ufacturers also must indicate the plymaterials in the tire and the sidewall,which include steel, nylon, polyester, andothers.
10. Maximum Load : Indicates the maximum
load in pounds and kilograms that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the vehicle'stire information placard located on the B-Pillar for the correct tire pressure for yourvehicle.
11. Treadwear, Traction, and Temperaturegrades .
12. Maximum permissible inflationpressure: The greatest amount of air
pressure that should ever be put in thetire. This limit is set by the tire manufac-turer.
Speed SymbolA tire's Speed Symbol (SS) indicates the maxi-mum speed for which the tire has been certi-fied and should be at least equivalent to thevehicle's top speed. Winter tires, with or without studs, are excep- tions and may use a lower SS. When wintertires are installed, the vehicle may not bedriven faster than the tires' SS. The vehicle's speed should always be deter- mined by the posted speed limit and trafficand road conditions, not the tire's SS. The following table indicates the maximum permissible speed for each SS.
M 130 km/h (81 mph)
Q 160 km/h (100 mph)
T 190 km/h (118 mph)
H 210 km/h (130 mph)
V 240 km/h (149 mph)
W 270 km/h (168 mph)
Y 300 km/h (186 mph)
WARNING
The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo are specified to meet stringent stabilityand handling requirements. Unap-proved wheel/tire size combinationscan negatively affect your vehicle's sta-bility and handling.
Any damage caused by installation ofunapproved wheel/tire size combina-tions will not be covered by your newvehicle warranty. Volvo assumes noresponsibility for death, injury, orexpenses that may result from suchinstallations.
Related information
Tires (p. 520)

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WHEELS AND TIRES
540
Related information
Spare wheel (p. 538)
Tool kit (p. 536)
Changing a wheel (p. 534)
Snow tires
Snow tires are designed for winter driving conditions.
Volvo recommends snow tires with specific dimensions. The tire dimensions vary depend-ing on engine type. When driving with snowtires, the correct type of tires must be moun-ted on all four wheels.
Tips for changing snow tiresWhen switching between regular tires andsnow tires, mark the tires according to whichside they were mounted on, e.g. L for left and
R for right.
Contact a Volvo retailer for assistance deter-mining the most suitable rims and tires.
Studded tiresStudded tires should be broken in by driving500–1000 km (300–600 miles) slowly andgently to help the studs settle properly in thetires. This gives the tire, and especially thestuds, a longer service life.
NOTE
Legal requirements concerning the use of studded tires may vary. Always follow locallaws and regulations.
Tread depthRoad conditions with ice, slush and low tem- peratures place considerably higher demands on tires than summer conditions. Volvo there-fore recommends not driving on snow tiresthat have a tread depth of less than 4 mm(0.15 inch).
Related information

Changing a wheel (p. 534)
Winter driving (p. 424)
Tread wear indicator (p. 523)
Volvo Cars support site (p. 21)

WHEELS AND TIRES
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Snow chainsUsing snow chains and/or snow tires can help improve traction in winter driving condi-tions.
Volvo does not recommend use of snow chains on wheel dimensions other than these 16
:
7x16 ET 37 215/60
7x17 ET 40.5 225/50
8x18 ET 42 235/45
WARNING
Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva- lent snow chains that are suitable for thevehicle model and the tire and wheel sizes.Only
one-sided snow chains are permit-
ted. If uncertain about snow chains, Volvo rec- ommends contacting an authorized Volvoworkshop. Use of the wrong snow chainscould cause serious damage to the vehicleand result in an accident.
CAUTION
Snow chains can be used on the vehicle, with the following restrictions:
Always follow the manufacturer'sinstallation instructions carefully. Installchains as tightly as possible andretighten periodically.
Only put snow chains on the frontwheels (also applies to all-wheel drivevehicles).
If accessory, aftermarket or "custom"tires and wheels with different dimen-sions than the original tires and wheelsare used, snow chains in some casesmay NOT be used. Sufficient distancebetween the chains and brakes, sus-pension and body components mustbe maintained.
Check local regulations regarding theuse of snow chains before installing.
Never exceed the snow chain manu-facturer's specified maximum speedlimit. Under no circumstances shouldyou exceed 50 km/h (30 mph).
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turnswhen driving with snow chains.
Avoid driving on surfaces without snow as this wears out both the snowchains and the tires.
The handling of the vehicle can beadversely affected when driving withchains. Avoid fast or sharp turns aswell as locked wheel braking.
Some types of strap-on chains affectbrake components and therefore mustNOT be used.
Consult a Volvo retailer for more information about snow chains.
Related information
Winter driving (p. 424)
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The wheels on the vehicle may vary depending on model and market.

INDEX
653
Starting the engine
after a collision 65
Start the vehicle 392
Steel cargo grid 561 Steering assistance at risk of collision 337Steering power level, see Steering wheel
resistance 270
Steering wheel 195 heating 215, 216
keypad 195
paddle 195
steering wheel adjustment 195
Steering wheel keypad 195
Steering wheel paddles 409 Steering wheel resistance, speed-
dependent 270
Stone chips and scratches 620, 621, 622
Stop/start function 418
Storage compartments 550 center console 551
glove compartment 554
sun visor 555
Stored speed 313 Sunroof pinch protection 164
Sun shade
panoramic roof 170, 173
pinch protection 164
Sun visor 555 mirror lighting 161
Support battery 586 Symbols dynamic 82
indicator symbols 93
warning symbols 93
Symbols and messages center display's status bar 122
parking climate 233
system updates 569
T
Tailgate closing and locking using button 261
locking/unlocking 243, 256
open/close with foot movement 263
unlocking from inside 259
Technician certification 38 Temperature adjusting 222, 223, 224
perceived 200
Temporary Spare 538
Temporary tire sealing system 542 Terms and conditions services 35
users 506
Time interval to the vehicle ahead 314 Tires age 520
designations 524
direction of rotation 522
economy and wear 520
glossary of terms 523
inflation pressure table 639
pressure 639
recommended 520
removing and installing 534
rotation when changing 520
specifications 524, 639
speed rating 524
storage 520
tread wear indicator 523
winter tires 540
Tire sealing system 542 Inflating tires 546
use 543
Tire tread 523
Tools 536 Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems) 75

INDEX
654Top view 130
Total airing function 238
Towing 438
Towing capacity and towball load 634
Towing eyelet 439TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-
tem 529
Traction control 271
Traffic information 456Trailer
driving with a trailer 434
Lamps 437
swaying 436
Trailer Stability Assist 272 trailer 436
Trailer stabilizer 272, 436
Transmission 406 automatic 406, 407, 413
Transmission fluid grade 636
Travel Link 464 Fuel 467
Notifications 467
Sports 469
weather 465
Tread depth 523 winter tires 540
Tread wear indicator 523
Trip computer 87
display in instrument panel 89
Trip odometer 87
Trip odometer resetting 90
Trip statistics 90 settings 91
Troubleshooting Adaptive Cruise Control 292
City Safety 333
TSA - Trailer Stability Assist 436
Tunnel detection 153
Turn off engine 394
Turn signals 156 Type approval HomeLink ® 444
radar system 381
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 526
Units 130 Unlocking settings 242
with key blade 250
USB
socket for connecting media 476
V
Vehicle care 613, 615, 616, 617, 618, 619leather upholstery 611
Vehicle Event Data 33 Vehicle functions in the center display 120
Vehicle key bat. low 244 Vehicle modem connecting vehicle to Internet 502
settings 503
Vehicle recovery 440
Vehicle status 570 inflation pressure 532
Vehicle upholstery 607, 609, 610, 611, 612, 613
Vehicle weight 633
Ventilation 204, 205, 206 Seats 215
Video 474, 476 settings 475
Voice control 143 climate 200

INDEX
655
phone 146
radio and media 147
settings 148
use 144, 146, 147, 148
VOL mark 520
Volvo ID 26 create and register 27
W
Warning lightsAdaptive Cruise Control 311
Pilot Assist 311
stability and traction control system 271
Warning sound parking brake 402
warning symbols 93 Warning symbols safety 44
Warranties 566Washer headlights 177
rear window 178, 179
washer fluid, filling 626
Windshield 177
Washer fluid 174, 626
Waxing 614
Weights Curb weight 633
Wheel bolts 537 Wheels cleaning 619
removing and installing 534
Snow chains 541
Wheels and tires Load index and speed symbol 524
Whiplash protection 48
Whiplash Protection System 48
WHIPS (Whiplash Protection System) 48 Wi-Fi connecting vehicle to Internet 501
delete network 505sharing Internet connection, tether-
ing, hotspot 504
technology and security 506
Windows and glass 164 Windshield projected image 140, 142
Windshield washing 177
Windshield wipers 174 rain sensor 175, 176
Winter driving 424 Snow chains 541
winter tires 540Wiper blade 174
replacing 622, 624
service position 625
Wiper blade and washing fluid 174
Wiper blades, heated 174
WPC 494