Volvo 850 User Manual

Instruments, switches and controls

Air vents

Windscreen wash/wipe and headlight wipers

Rear foglight Instrument lighting

Headlights and parking lights

Combined instruments Direction indicators, main/dipped beam, headlight flash

Cruise control (extra equipment)

Hazard warning flashers

Air mix

Air vents Heating and ventilation controls

0 11Audio 12Ashtray

Heated passenger and driver's seats

14Parking brake

Electrically operated windows

and rear-view mirrors

16Cigar lighter

17Bonnet release 18Front foglights (extra equipment) 19Space for extra equipment

Adjustable steering wheel

Ignition and steering wheel lock 22 Space for extra equipment 23 TRACS (extra equipment) 24 Electrically operated sun roof (extra equipment) 25 Trip computer controls (extra equipment) 26

Electrically heated rear window and rear-view mirrors 27

Horn/SRS (Airbag) 28

SRS (Airbag)

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Instruments and controls

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Instruments

1 Fuel gauge

The fuel tank holds approximately 73 litres. If the warning light on the instrument panel comes on, approx. 8 litres of fuel remain in the tank.

2 Boost pressure gauge

(850 turbo only)

The boost pressure gauge is divided into two sections - one black and one white. With the needle in the black section the engine acts as a naturally aspirated engine - without the turbocharger. To make driving more economical, keep the needle in this section as much as possible. With the needle in the white section the turbocharger is engaged.

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3 Temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the coolant in

the engine. If the pointer repeatedly enters

the red sector, or if it remains there, you should immediately check the coolant level. Also check the coolant level if the warning light comes on; see 7:10. Refer to 3:9 for additional information about the cooling system.

8 Tripmeter

4 Resetting the tripmeter

Press the button to reset the meter.

9 Tachometer

5 Clock, ambient temperature gauge

(Trip computer - extra equipment)

6 Speedometer

7 Odometer

The tripmeter is used to measure short driving

stretches. The digit on the right indicates

1/10 mile/km. If the digit on the tripmeter is red, this is an indication that the speedometer and tripmeter have been replaced. The date and mileage at the time of replacement are

recorded in the Service Record booklet.

Indicates engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute. The needle should never be in the solid red section. For information on the highest permitted

constant engine speed, refer to page 8:9.

Instruments

Direction indicator, left

2 Direction indicator, right 3

Not connected

4 Low washer fluid level

If the lamp comes on, there is only

1/2 litre fluid in the reservoir.

Low fuel level When the lamp comes on, only about 8 litres of fuel remain

6 Rear fog lamp on 7

Main beam

Not connected

Bulb failure warning light

Bulb failure warning light, trailer (Germany)

Not connected

12Fault in SRS (Airbag) system

(extra equipment)

Battery charge failure

Low oil pressure 15Brake circuit failure 16Parking brake applied

17ABS (anti-lock brakes)

malfunction

Automatic transmission Position

Low coolant level

TRACS failure

(extra equipment)

Fault in the engine electronic

system

Service reminder (certain models)

W, 3 or L engaged

Control and warning lights

The warning lights described here should never be on while driving

However, all the warning lights should light up when the ignition key is turned on and before the engine actually starts. This allows you to check that the bulbs are in working order. Once the engine starts, all the bulbs except for the parking brake reminder light, should turn off. The parking brake light will turn off once the parking brake is disengaged.

Brake circuit failure

If this light comes on while driving or braking, the fluid level in the brake fluid reservoir is too low. Stop immediately and check the level i

n the reservoir (see the back cover of the manual for its location). If the fluid level is under MIN in any part of the reservoir, do not drive any further; have the car towed to a workshop to be checked and repaired!

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Low oil pressure

If this light comes on when the engine is running, the oil pressure is too low. Switch off the engine immediately and check the oil level; see 7:6. After hard driving, the light will come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal provided it goes off again when the engine speed increases.

Bulb failure warning light

Lights up if any of the following bulbs fail: Dipped beam

Tail lights

Rear parking lights Brake lights (if the light glows when the brake pedal is depressed). Check the fuse and the bulb.

Fault in the engine

electronic system

If this light stays on after the engine has started, a fault has been detected in the engine's fuel or ignition system. This could mean that the engine does not meet exhaust regulations. Have your car checked by a Volvo workshop.

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Battery charge failure

The warning light comes on when the alternator is not charging the battery. If the lamp comes on while driving, there is either a fault in the electrical system or the drive belt is slack. Note! If the drive belt snaps, or if the belt tensioner is broken so that the alternator cannot charge the battery, this light and warning lights 4, 9. 15, 16 and 19 will come on.

Parking brake engaged

The parking brake, which is separate from the

service or foot-operated brake, is not applied

during normal braking. For this reason, it is

not cleaned automatically. We therefore recommend that you use the parking brake

regularly to keep it clean.

The warning lights described here should never be on while driving (cont'd).

Control and warning lights

Control lights

Low coolant level

If this light comes on while driving, the coolant level is too low. Stop the engine and check the coolant level in the expansion

tank; see 7:10.

Automatic transmission

If the warning light starts flashing, this

ndicates a fault in the automatic transmission.

i Contact your Volvo dealer.

This light comes on when position W is engaged or gear 3 or L is selected.

ABS - Anti-Lock Braking system

ABS prevents the wheels from locking during severe braking. If the warning light comes on this is an indication that the ABS

system is not functioning, although the

standard braking system will continue to

operate as normal. Drive to a Volvo

dealer to have the system checked.

See 3:12 for more information about ABS

brakes.

Fault in SRS (Airbag)

system (extra equipment)

If this light remains lit or if it lights up

while driving, this indicates that the Air

bag's diagnostic system has discovered a

fault.

Drive immediately to a Volvo workshop to have it checked. See 2:16-2:21 for more information about the Airbag.

Direction indicators, trailer (Germany)

If a trailer is being towed, this light will flash at the same time as the direction i

ndicator light flashes. If it does not flash then a bulb has failed in either the trailer or the car.

Service reminder (certain models)

If this light comes on, it is time to have your car serviced. Three factors determine when the light is activated: mileage, total hours of engine

operation or time in months. The actual values are pre-programmed at the factory. The light is reset by your Volvo dealer when the car is

serviced. minutes whenever the ignition is turned on.

The light always remains lit for two

TRACS failure (extra equipment)

If the TRACS (TRAction Control System) malfunctions the warning light will come on. It also comes on when the brakes overheat, and goes out again when normal temperature level is reached. Contact your Volvo dealer. Read more about TRACS on page 1:10.

Headlights

Ignition and steering wheel lock

If it is difficult to turn the key, this is because the front wheels are positioned so that they exert pressure on the lock. To release the

pressure, turn the steering wheel a little from left to right at the same ti

me as you turn the ignition key. Lock the steering wheel before

leaving the car as anti-theft precaution.

Ignition lock steering wheel lock

Lock position The steering wheel is locked when the ignition key is withdrawn from the lock.

Intermediate position "Radio" Certain electrical components (e.g. heater fan, cigar lighter, radio) can now be operated. The ignition system is switched off.

Drive

Key position during driving. The entire electrical system is switched on.

WARNING!

The ignition key should never be removed from the lock while driving or while the car is being towed.

Start position The starter motor is engaged. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. The key automatically springs back to the engine-running position.

Direction indicators

Direction indicators, main beam/dipped beam and headlight "flasher"

"Lane changing" Light pressure upwards or downwards to indicate slight directional changes (lane change, overtaking). The lever will return to the neutral position when released.

2 Normal turns

3 Headlight flasher (headlights off)

Pull the lever towards the steering wheel. The main beam remains on until the lever is released.

Main beam/dipped beam switch (headlights on) Pull the lever towards the steering wheel, past the headlight flasher position, and release it. The headlight will switch between main and dipped beam.

A blown direction indicator bulb will cause the indicator light to flash more rapidly than usual.

Windscreen wipers

Windscreen wash/wipe, headlight wash/wipe

1 Intermittent wiping

Useful when driving in mist or light rain. The wipers make one sweep every six seconds.

2 Slightly depress the lever

The wipers return to the park position when the lever is released. Especially useful in light rain.

Windscreen wipers, normal speed

Windscreen wipers, high speed

Windscreen wash/wipe + headlight wash/wipe The washers are operated in this position and the windscreen wipers make 2 or 3 sweeps after the lever is released. The headlight washers operate together with the windscreen washers.

Trip computer, sun roof, hazard warning flashers, heated rear window/mirrors

Hazard warning flashers

All four exterior direction indicators flash when the switch is activated. Use it to i

nform other road users of an obstruction or

hazard caused by your own vehicle.

Note: Regulations concerning the use of hazard warning flashers vary from country to country.

Heated rear window Heated rear-view mirrors (extra equipment)

Use the heated rear window and heated rear-view mirrors for demisting

defrosting. Press once on the switch to start heating of the rear window and rear-view

mirrors simultaneously. The orange indicator l

amp in the switch lights up when it is activated. A built-in timer automatically switches off heating of the rear window and rear-view mirrors after about 12 minutes. The indicator light switches off at the same ti

me. Press the switch once more while the

ndicator light is on to switch off all heating.

i Press the switch again after the indicator

light goes off to restart the heating process.

and

Trip computer control (extra equipment)

Rotate the control to obtain the desired trip

computer function. See 1: 13.

Electrically operated sun roof (extra equipment)

See 2:4 for instructions about opening and closing.

TRACS (extra equipment)

Your car can be equipped with TRACS (

TRAction Control System) as an optional extra, this is an automatic aid to starting on slippery road surfaces and operates via the ABS system.

The TRAMS function is engaged manually using a switch on the dashboard. When switched on TRACS engages automatically at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h) when one of the drive wheels has no grip. It disengages automatically when speed exceeds 25 mph (40 km/h). The sound which can be heard when the system is oper-

ating comes from the ABS system, see 3:12.

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Beam height adjustment (Certain markets)

The system consists of a motor on each headlight and one switch on the dashboard. This switch makes it possible to adapt the height of the headlight beam to different loads. The height of the beam can only be adjusted

when the headlights are turned on. The correct levels for different loads are shown in the table

on the right.

Note: Check that the setting is 0 for normal load conditions.

Foglights, instrument illumination, rear window wash/wipe

Instrument illumination

Slide the control to the right - stronger illumination Slide the control to the left - weaker illumination. Instrument illumination is switched on in positions

Rear foglight

The rear foglight shines far more intensively than the standard rear

light; it is used when driving in extremely poor visibility. The rear foglight operates in combination with the main/dipped beam.

Front foglights (extra equipment)

The front foglights operate in combination with the parking light,

dipped and main beam.

Note: The rules governing the use of front and rear foglights vary from country to country.

Rear window wash/wipe

Settings

Load

Driver

Driver and I passenger

Driver and 4 passengers

5 people + load (95 kg)

Driver + Max load (270 kg)

( ) Cars with Nivomat.

sedan

estate

0 0

2(0)

1(0)

3(0) 2(0)

4(2)

The rear window wash/wipe is operated using the switches on the windscreen wiper lever.

Rear window wiper, normal speed

1 2 Intermittent wiping

The rear wiper makes one sweep every ten

seconds. 3 Rear window wash

The wiper operates together with the washer spray when you press this button. After the button is released the wiper makes 2 or 3 more sweeps.

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Clock, ambient temperature gauge

Clock and ambient temperature gauge (certain models)

Clock

Resetting the clock

The digital clock can be reset by pressing one of the two buttons (A and B) with a sharp object such as the tip of a pen.

h=hours m=minutes

Maintain the pressure on the buttons for more than four seconds to change the time more quickly. This does not apply to models

which only have a clock.

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Ambient temperature gauge (certain models)

Indicates the temperature slightly above the road surface while driving. A red warning light (C) comes on when the temperature is in the +2°C to -5'C range. Note! At low speeds or when the vehicle is stationary the ambient temperature displayed may be too high because of the heat from the engine.

Choice of presentation

If buttons A and B are pressed in simultaneously, it is possible to shift between four different presentation methods, as follows:

Press 1st time: 12 hour display and T Press 2nd time: 24 hour display and°F Press 3rd time: 12 hour display and°C Press 4th time: 24 hour display and°C

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Trip computer

Volvo's trip computer receives a considerable amount of information which is processed on a continuous basis by a microprocessor. The trip computer offers six functions which are presented in one single display. The cursor indicates the selected function. The trip computer's clock is shown permanently in the left-hand field. Refer to 1:12 for more de-

tailed information. The following data is displayed by the computer:

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Average speed

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Current fuel consumption

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Average fuel consumption

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Ambient temperature

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Driving distance on current fuel reserve

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Tripmeter

Warning function

The trip computer is equipped with two warn-

ing functions: low fuel level and low ambient temperature. In either of these cases, the cursor lights up and, in the case of low ambient temperature, lamp A also lights up. The relevant value is shown in the display,

irrespective of the function selected. In order to return to the selected function, the control

should be rotated one step and then back again. Note that the low ambient temperature warning always has the highest priority in the display panel.

Trip computer controls

Select one of the trip computer's six functions by using control B. The Reset button (C) is used to reset the following functions: average speed, average fuel consumption and the trip meter. Rotate the control to the required position and press the button for at least two sec-

onds to reset the selected function.

NOTE: If pressure is maintained on the button for another three seconds, the three resettable functions are reset.

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Trip computer

Average speed

Average speed since the function was last reset. When the ignition is switched off, the average speed is stored in memory and is used as the basis for the new figure when the engine is started once again. Can be set to zero by pressing the reset button on the switch.

Current fuel consumption mpg

Continuous information on current fuel consumption. Calculation of fuel consumption once per second. When the car is at a standstill, the display shows "----".

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Average fuel consumption

Average fuel consumption since the function was last reset. When the ignition is switched off, the average fuel consumption figure is

stored in memory and remains in memory until it is reset using the reset button on the switch.

Ambient temperature

Shows the outside temperature just above the road surface while

When the temperature is in the +2°C to -5°C range, the

driving. ambient temperature gauge activates a red lamp. Note! At low speeds the ambient temperature displayed may be too high because of the heat from the engine.

Tripmeter miles

The distance driven since the function was last reset. This value is stored in memory until it is reset using the reset button on the switch. The trip meter indicates 10 yard intervals for a distance of up to 1 mile.

Driving distance on current fuel reserve miles--> 0

Shows the distance which can be driven on the fuel which remains in the fuel tank, calculated on the basis of the average fuel consumption and the remaining fuel in the tank. When the quantity of fuel drops to below 8 litres, a warning lamp lights up in the combined instrument and the cursor beside the "Driving Distance on Current Fuel Reserve" symbol is activated. This takes place irrespective of the function currently selected. When the driving distance on the current fuel reserve is less than 5 miles, the display shows the "----" sign.

Trip computer

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Heated seats front/rear, parking brake

Switches for the heated front seats and heated rear seat

Heated front seats

The seat heating function can be switched on or off using the two switches. The heat is thermostat-controlled and it cuts out automatically. Switch off the passenger seat heater if the seat is empty.

Heated rear seat (extra equipment)

The seat heating function can be switched on or off with this switch. Press the switch once to start heating the seat. When you press the switch again, heating is switched off. The built-in timer will switch off heating automatically after 10 minutes. Switch off the rear seat heater if the seat is empty. Note! Remember to disconnect the electrical

connector when removing the rear seat cushion

Parking brake lever

Parking brake

The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. The parking brake operates on the rear wheels. A warning light in the combined instrument panel lights up when the parking brake is engaged. To release the brake, pull the lever upwards slightly, press the button

and ease the lever down. Then release the lever. Always use the parking brake when parking the car to ensure optimal function.

Ashtrays and cigar lighter

Ashtray

To open ashtray: press lightly on the panel. To empty the ashtray, grip it on the short sides, push in and then pull straight upwards.

Cigar lighter Rear seat ashtray

Cigar lighter

Press in the lighter. When it has become sufficiently hot, after about 6-8 seconds, it

will spring back ready for use. The cigar lighter socket has a 120 W output.

Rear seat ashtray

To empty the ashtray, pull it out complete-

y, lift up the rear edge and remove.

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Steering wheel adjustment

Depress...

Steering wheel adjustment

The steering wheel can be variably adjusted both vertically and lengthways. Press down the lever to the left of the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to the position that suits you. Press the lever up again to lock the wheel.

... to adjust height

WARNING!

Check that the steering wheel is locked in position. Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving.

...

to adjust reach

Cruise control

WARNING!

The cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or

slippery roads. Note: When driving on

hills, the actual vehicle speed may vary

slightly from the set cruise control speed.

Engagement

The cruise control switches are located on the direction indicator stalk. To engage and set the desired speed:

Set switch B in the ON position.

2 Accelerate or decelerate to the desired

speed. Note: The cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 22 mph (35 km/h).

3 Press the + or - area of the SET button (A)

to engage the desired speed.

Reducing speed

The cruise control is automatically disenga-

ged if the brake or clutch pedal is pressed. The previously selected cruise speed is retained in the memory; by momentarily pushing switch B

towards the RESUME setting, that speed will be re-engaged.

Acceleration

Momentary acceleration such as for overtaking does not interrupt cruise control operation. The previous set speed will be maintained without

having to set the switch to RESUME.

If the cruise control is already engaged, the cruising speed can be increased or decreased

by pressing the SET button (A) towards either

+ or -. One short activation of the SET button

corresponds to a speed change of +/-1 mph (1.6

km/h). The current speed of the vehicle when

the button is released will now be programmed.

Disengagement

Set switch (B) to the OFF position or depress

the brake or clutch pedal. If the ignition is

switched off or the gear selector lever is in position N, the cruise control system will automatically disengage. If the speed decreases to 70% of the set speed the cruise control will automatically disengage. This also occurs if the wheels spin or lock.

Automatic transmission

When the car is driven in hilly terrain, there may be a tendency for the gearbox to hunt between different gears. You can avoid this by manually selecting a lower gear or chang-

ing

driving mode.

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Heating and ventilation - climate units

To rear seats

The following pages contain a good deal of information about correct use of the climate unit to obtain the best possible results. Air conditioning offers you the possibility of maintaining a cool, pleasant climate inside the car even when it is very hot outside, but remember that the windows and sun roof must be shut when the air conditioning system is on. Note: The new refrigerant R 134a is included in your air condition-

ng unit. This contains no chlorine which means that it is completely

i harmless to the ozone layer. R 134a contributes only negligibly

to the greenhouse effect. When refilling/replacing refrigerant only R134a should be used. This must be carried out by an authorised Volvo dealer.

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Climate unit without air conditioning. See 1:22-1:23.

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Climate unit with manual air conditioning. See 1:24-1:25.

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Climate unit with automatic air conditioning. See 1:26-1:28.

Air vents

A Shut

•

Open

C Lateral adjustment

•

Vertical adjustment

Air mix

The climate unit features an Air mix function which allows the entry of fresh air when the air vents are open (position B). This allows you to direct cool air to your face at the same time as warm air is directed elsewhere in the car. For best results, the Air Mix function should be switched off when the central air vents are not being used and when rapid heating of the car is required.

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Air distribution

Heating and ventilation system without air conditioning

Function selector

Temperature selector

Passenger's side Set desired temperature

Fan

0 = Off 4 = Highest fan speed

Function selector

Select desired function The control is infinitely adjustable between the marked settings.

Air in the car recirculates, i.e. no fresh air is brought into the cabin. The control light comes on when this function* is engaged.

Temperature selector

Driver's side Set desired temperature

Air through the air vents

Air to the windscreen/windows

Air to the floor and windscreen/

Windows

Air to the floor

Airtothe floor and

air vents

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*certain models

Heating and ventilation system without air conditioning

To obtain maximum heat:

Shut the two middle air vents and the air mix

control.

This is the coolest setting:

Air vents open.

Bear in mind that a certain amount of air always enters through the air vents in the instrument panel if the vents are open, irrespective of the position of the mode selector. If you wish to obtain maximum air flow to the floor or windows, shut the air vents. If the windows mist up, open the two air vents at the sides.

Use this setting* for a few minutes if you

wish to exclude exhaust fumes from the cars around you or to obtain heat quickly. With this setting, no fresh air is brought in from outside the car. Remember not to drive with this function activated for more than 10 or 15 minutes, otherwise you will risk an accumulation of stale air and mist inside the car. Adjust the temperature with the temperature selector. Windows may mist up when this setting is

used in cold or damp weather.

*certain models

Setting for removing mist from the windows:

Shut the two middle air vents and the air mix control. If it has snowed, brush away the snow from the heating system's air inlet, i.e. the grille under the bonnet.

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Heating and ventilation system with manual air conditioning

Function selector

Temperature selector

Passenger's side Set desired temperature

Fan

0 = Off

Air conditioning off.

4 = Highest fan speed

Function selector

Select desired function The control can be set to any position between the marked settings.

The air in the cabin recirculates, i.e. no fresh out-

side air is admitted into

the cabin. The control

light is on when this

function is engaged.

Temperature selector

Driver's side Set desired temperature

Air conditioning

engaged. Should

normally be engaged;

control light comes on

to indicate this.

Air through the air vents

Air to the windscreen/windows

Air to the floor and windscreen/ windows

Air to the floor

Air to the floor and air vents

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Shut the two middle air vents and the air mix control.

Open the air vents.

Shut the two middle air vents and the air mix' control.

Heating and ventilation system with manual air conditioning

To obtain maximum heat:

Note that a certain amount of air always enters through the air vents in the instrument panel if they are open, irrespective of the position of the mode selector. To obtain maximum air flow to the floor or windows, shut the air vents. If the windows mist up, open the two air vents at the sides.

This is the coolest setting:

Control temperature with the temperature control if it gets too cold

Setting for demisting windows:

The air conditioning system can be used to clear mist effectively from the windows even at low outdoor temperatures. Move the function selector to position and turn the air When the mist has disappeared, set the fan control to speed 2.

conditioning

on.

A few hints:

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The air conditioning system can be used at ambient temperatures as low as 0°C.

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The fan must be set to at least speed 1 for the air conditioning system to function.

•

When air conditioning is switched on the temperature can be adjusted with the temperature selector.

•

Use your air conditioning system regularly

to maintain it in good condition.

Use this setting for a few minutes to exclude exhaust fumes from surrounding cars or to heat up/cool down interior quickly. With this setting, no fresh air is brought into the car. Remember not to drive with this function activated for more than 10 or 15 minutes, otherwise you will risk an accumulation of stale air and mist inside the car. Windows may mist up when this setting is used in cold or damp weather. Adjust the temperature with the temperature selector.

For additional information see page 1:28...

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Heating and ventilation system with automatic air conditioning

ECC - Electronic Climate Control panel

Temperature selector

Passenger's side Set desired temperature

Fan

AUT = air distribution auto-

matically regulated

0=off Move the knob to the right to increase the fan speed.

Function selector

Select desired function

The control can be set to any position between the

settings.

marked

REC

The air in the cabin recirculates, i.e. no fresh outside air is admitted into the cabin.

The control light is on when this function is engaged.

Temperature selector

Driver's side Set desired temperature

AC OFF

The air conditioning is disconnected when the button is i

n the OFF position. The light is on when the function is disengaged.

Function selector

Air distribution automatically regulated

Air through the air vents

Air to the windows. In this position the air does not recirculate, and the fan runs at maximum speed if the fan switch is in the AUT position.

Air to the floor and windscreen! windows

Air to the floor

Air to the floor and air vents

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Heating and ventilation system with automatic air conditioning

ECC (Electronic Climate Control)

The Climate Control system automatically maintains the desired temperature in the car

irrespective of the temperature outside. The system uses the fastest method available to achieve the desired temperature. Choosing a higher or lower setting than actually needed will have little effect on the speed of heating/cooling.

The temperatures achieved will not correspond exactly to the settings on the controls since the actual physical temperature takes into account factors such as air speed/humidity and intensivity of sunlight on driver's and passenger side.

Automatic setting

Set the function selector on select temperature. If the driver's side temperature selector is set to either max heating or cooling, the fan will operate at its highest speed.

Optimum demist

Set the function selector at In this position the air conditioning is engaged and the air does not recirculate regardless of

the position of the buttons.

REC

maximum

maximum cooling

AUT

and

AC OFF

heatin

Additional information

For optimum automatic function, always

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leave air vents at the sides open. A certain amount of air always enters through the air vents, if they are open, irrespective of the position of the function selector. To obtain maximum air flow to the floor or windows, shut the air vents. If side windows mist up, open the two air vents at the sides. In cold weather, close the centre air vents to obtain the most comfortable temperature in the car.

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Optimum automatic function is obtained when the air conditioning is engaged.

The air conditioning can be used at ambient

temperatures as low as 0°C. Select

AC OFF

off the air conditioning and reduce fuel con-

sumption. Use your air conditioning regularly to main-

tain it in good condition.

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Select this function if you wish to

REC

prevent unpleasant exhaust fumes entering the car for a few minutes. Air will not enter the car with the selector at this position. Only

use this for 10-15 minutes otherwise the air

can become stale. When using this function

in winter or in wet weather, the windows

may mist up. Recirculation is automatically engaged on cooling in warm weather if the fan switch is in the This can also be used for rapid heating/coo-

ling when the fan is manoeuvred manually.

when you want to switch

position.

AUT

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Heating and ventilation system with automatic air conditioning

air conditioning is disengaged when the

fan switch is set at 0 and the speed of the car is less than 30 km/h.

*When driving with the sunroof or windows

open, a stable temperature is obtained by setting the fan at 0 and manually controlling the temperature. When the fan is set at 0, the temperature is not controlled automatically, but has to be set manually using the temperature selectors.

D o

not place anything over the solar sensor on the top of the dashboard as this will cause the climate unit to receive incorrect information.

Faulty climate unit

The following lights indicate a fault in the

unit:

The lights flash for 20 seconds when a fault occurs. If this fault still exists next time you start the car the lights will flash for 20 seconds again. Contact your Volvo dealer.

REC

and

AC OFF.

General information!

Leakage of water under the car may be caused by condensation as a result of climate unit operation in hot weather.

The air conditioning is momentarily disengaged when "kick-down" acceleration is used.

The panel vents may emit some moisture when the air conditioning is in use. This is because of high air humidity and high ambient temperature and is quite normal.

If it has snowed, brush away the snow from the heating system air inlet, ie. the grille under the bonnet.

For best results, the Air Mix function should be switched off when the central air vents are not being used.

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Electrically operated windows (extra equipment)

Right

Left front

front

WARNING!

Electric

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Windows/Sunroof Care should be taken when operating the electric windows or sunroof of a car as fingers or hands can become trapped. This is particularly important with young children in the car. Drivers should also warn passengers to take care.

In models with electric rear windows the isolator switch

prevents operation of these windows by rear seat passengers. It

is recommended that this is used whenever young children are

in the car (see Owner's manual for details).

Never leave the vehicle without removing the ignition key.

Left rear

The electrically operated windows are controlled by switches on the centre console. The window winders will only function if the ignition is turned to the "drive" position. To lower the window, press the rear of the switch; to raise, press the front of the switch.

The electrically operated window on the driver's side has an extra

"AUTO" function. Press the switch quickly and the window opens fully this can be interrupted by pressing the switch quickly once again. Note! AUTO is only located on the driver's side.

Right rear

WARNING!

If you have children in the car, make sure that their fingers are not

in the way when you shut the windows.

Cars equipped with electrically operated windows in the rear doors have a cut-out switch in the centre console to block use of the rear window winders. Always remember to turn off power to the window winders (by removing the ignition key) if you leave children unattended in the car.

OFF

Note: The electrically operated window winders have an overload protector which engages if an object blocks the windows. If this happens, remove the object and wait 20 seconds. The overload protector should then have cooled down and the window winders should function normally.

The rear door windows can be raised or lowered with the respective door switch as well as with the switch on the driver's door.

Override position: only the front seat occupants can use the switches in the centre console to operate the rear windows.

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