Volvo G6 2008 Owner's Manual

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Dear Volvo owner

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO

We hope that you will enjoy many years of driving pleasure in your Volvo. The car has been designed for the safety and comfort of you and your passengers. Volvo is one of the safest cars in the world. Your Volvo has also been designed to satisfy all current safety and environmental requirements.

In order to increase your enjoyment of the car, we recommend that you familiarise yourself with the equipment, instructions and maintenance information contained in this owner’s manual.

Contents

00 Introduction

Introduction ........................................6

Volvo Cars and the environment ......... 7

01 Safety

Seatbelts .......................................... 12

Airbag system .................................. 15

Airbags (SRS) ................................... 16

Activating/deactivating the

airbag (SRS) ..................................... 18

Side airbags (SIPS bags) .................. 20

Inflatable Curtain (IC) ....................... 22

WHIPS .............................................. 23

When the systems deploy ................ 25

Crash mode ...................................... 26

Child safety ...................................... 27

02 Instruments and controls

Overview, left-hand drive cars ..........34

Overview, right-hand drive cars ........36

Driver’s door control panel ...............38

Combined instrument panel .............39

Indicator and warning symbols .........40

Information display ...........................44

Electrical socket ................................45

Lighting panel ...................................46

Left-hand stalk switch ......................49

Right-hand stalk switch ....................51

Cruise control (option) ......................53

Steering wheel keypad (option) ........54

Steering wheel adjustment, hazard

warning flashers ................................55

Parking brake ....................................56

Power windows .................................57

Rearview and door mirrors ...............59

Power sunroof (option) ......................63

Personal preferences ........................65

Contents

03 Climate control

General information on climate

control .............................................. 70

Manual climate control, AC .............. 72

Electronic climate control,

ECC (option) ..................................... 75

Air distribution .................................. 78

Fuel-driven heater (option) ............... 79

04 Interior

Front seats ........................................84

Interior lighting ..................................86

Storage spaces in the passenger

compartment ....................................88

Rear seat ...........................................92

Cargo area ........................................94

05 Locks and alarm

Remote control with key blade .........98

Privacy locking (option) ..................100

Active locks .................................... 101

Keyless drive (option) ..................... 102

Battery in remote control ................ 105

Locking and unlocking ...................106

Child safety locks ........................... 109

Alarm (option) ................................. 110

Contents

06 Starting and driving

General ........................................... 116

Refuelling ........................................ 118

Starting the engine ......................... 119

Ignition switch and steering lock .... 120

Starting the engine – Flexifuel ........ 121

Keyless drive ..................................122

Manual gearbox ..............................123

Automatic gearbox ......................... 125

All-wheel drive ................................ 128

Brake system .................................. 129

Stability and traction control

system ............................................ 131

Parking assistance (option) ............. 133

BLIS – Blind Spot Information

System (option) ...............................136

Towing and recovery ....................... 140

Start assistance .............................. 142

Driving with a trailer ........................ 143

Towing equipment .......................... 145

Detachable towbar ......................... 147

Loading ........................................... 152

Adjusting headlamp pattern ........... 153

07 Wheels and tyres

General ........................................... 156

Tyre pressure .................................. 160

Warning triangle and spare

wheel .............................................. 162

Changing wheels ............................ 164

Emergency puncture repair ............ 166

08 Car care

Cleaning ..........................................172

Touching up paintwork ....................175

Rustproofing ................................... 176

Contents

09 Maintenance and service

Volvo service .................................. 180

Self-maintenance ........................... 181

Bonnet and engine compartment .. 182

Diesel .............................................. 183

Oils and fluids ................................ 184

Wiper blades .................................. 189

Battery ............................................ 190

Replacing bulbs ............................. 192

Fuses .............................................. 199

10 Infotainment system

General ...........................................208

Audio functions ...............................209

Radio functions ...............................212

CD functions ...................................216

Menu structure – audio system ......218

Phone functions (option) .................219

Menu structure – phone ..................226

11 Specifications

Type designation .............................232

Specifications .................................233

Dimensions and weights ................234

Engine specifications ..................... 235

Engine oil ........................................237

Fluids and lubricants ......................241

Fuel .................................................243

Catalytic converter .........................247

Electrical system ............................248

Type approval .................................250

Introduction

Owner’s Manual

A good way of getting to know your new car is to read the Owner’s Manual, ideally before your first journey. This will give you the opportunity to familiarise yourself with new functions, to see how best to handle the car in different situations, and to make the best use of all the car’s features. Please pay attention to the safety instructions contained in the manual:

WARNING

"Warning!" texts indicate where there is a risk of personal injury in the event of the instructions not being followed.

IMPORTANT

"Important!" texts indicate a risk of damage to the car in the event of the instructions not being followed.

The equipment described in the owner’s manual is not present in all models. In addition to standard equipment, this manual also describes options (factory fitted equipment) and certain accessories (extra equipment).

NOTE

Volvo cars are adapted for the varying requirements of different markets, as well as for national or local legal requirements and regulations. If you are uncertain over what is standard, an option or an accessory then contact your Volvo dealer.

The specifications, design features and illustrations in this owner’s manual are not binding. We reserve the right to make modifications without prior notice.

Volvo Cars’ environmental philosophy

Introduction

Volvo Cars and the environment

Environmental care, safety and quality are the three core values which influence all operations of the Volvo Car Corporation. We also believe that our customers share our consideration for the environment.

Your Volvo complies with strict international environmental standards and is also manufactured in one of the cleanest and most resource-efficient plants in the world.

Volvo Car Corporation has global ISO certification, which includes the environmental standard (ISO 14001) covering factories, central functions, as well as several of our

other units. We also set requirements for our partners so that they work systematically with environmental issues.

EPI (Environmental Product Information) is supplied for all Volvo models. Here you can see how the environment is affected during the entire lifecycle of the car.

Read more at www.volvocars.com/EPI.

Fuel consumption

Volvo cars have competitive fuel consumption in each of their respective classes. Lower fuel consumption generally results in

lower emission of the greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide.

It is possible for the driver to influence fuel consumption. For more information read under the heading Reducing environmental impact on page 8.

Introduction

Volvo Cars and the environment

Efficient emission control

Your Volvo is manufactured following the concept Clean inside and out – a concept that encompasses a clean interior environment as well as highly efficient emission control. In many cases the exhaust emissions are well below the applicable standards.

Clean air in the passenger compartment

A passenger compartment filter prevents dust and pollen from entering the passenger compartment via the air intake.

A sophisticated air quality system, IAQS (Interior Air Quality System) ensures that the incoming air is cleaner than the air in the traffic outside.

The system consists of an electronic sensor and a carbon filter. The incoming air is monitored continuously and if there is an increase in the level of certain unhealthy gases such as carbon monoxide then the air intake is closed. Such a situation may arise in heavy traffic, queues and tunnels for example.

The entry of nitrous oxides, ground-level ozone and hydrocarbons is prevented by the carbon filter.

Option

Textile standard

The interior of a Volvo is designed to be pleasant and comfortable, even for people with contact allergies and for asthma sufferers. All of our upholstery and interior textiles are tested with respect to certain unhealthy substances and allergens as well as emissions. This means that all textiles fulfil the requirements in the Öko-Tex 100 standard a major advance towards a healthier passenger compartment environment.

Öko-Tex certification covers seatbelts, carpets and fabrics for example. The leather in the upholstery undergoes chromium-free tanning with natural plant substances and fulfils the certification requirements.

Volvo workshops and the environment

Regular maintenance creates the conditions for a long service life and low fuel consumption for your car, and in this way you contribute to a cleaner environment. When Volvo’s workshops are entrusted with the service and maintenance of your car it becomes part of our system. We make clear demands regarding the way in which our workshops are designed in order to prevent spills and discharges into the environment. Our workshop staff have the knowledge and the tools required to guarantee good environmental care.

More information on www.oekotex.com

Reducing environmental impact

You can easily help reduce environmental impact, for example, by driving economically, by purchasing eco-labelled car care products and by servicing and maintaining the car in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual.

The following hints will help you to do your bit

for the environment (for further advice on how you can reduce environmental impact and drive economically, see page 116).

• Decrease fuel consumption by choosing ECO tyre pressure, see page 160.

• A roof load and ski box increase wind resistance, leading to significantly higher fuel consumption. Remove them immediately after use.

• Remove unnecessary items from the car - the greater the load the higher the fuel consumption.

• Is your car equipped with an engine block heater? If so, use it for a few hours before starting from cold to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

• Drive gently and avoid braking too hard.

• Drive in the highest gear possible. Low engine speeds result in lower fuel consumption.

• Use engine braking to slow down.

• Avoid idling. Take consideration of local regulations. Switch off the engine in longer stationary traffic.

• Always dispose of environmentally hazardous waste, such as batteries and oils, in an environmentally responsible manner. If uncertain, consult an authorised Volvo workshop for advice.

• Service your car regularly.

• High speed increases consumption considerably due to increased wind resistance. A doubling of speed increases wind resistance four times.

These hints will help you to reduce your fuel consumption without increasing your travel time or lessening the enjoyment of driving. Apart from being kind to your car, you’ll be saving money - and the Earth’s resources.

Introduction

Volvo Cars and the environment

Seatbelts ..................................................................................................12

Airbag system .......................................................................................... 15

Airbags (SRS) ...........................................................................................16

Activating/deactivating the

airbag (SRS) .............................................................................................18

Side airbags (SIPS bags) .........................................................................20

Inflatable Curtain (IC) ...............................................................................22

WHIPS ......................................................................................................23

When the systems deploy ........................................................................25

Crash mode ..............................................................................................26

Child safety ..............................................................................................27

SAFETY

01 Safety

Seatbelts

Always use a seatbelt

Tensioning the hip strap. The belt must be positioned low down.

Heavy braking can have serious consequences if the seatbelts are not used, so make sure that all passengers use their seatbelts. It is important that the seatbelt lies against the body so it can provide maximum protection. Do not lean the backrest too far back. The seatbelt is designed to protect in a normal seating position.

Putting on a seatbelt:

– Pull the seatbelt out slowly and secure it

by pressing the buckle into the lock. A loud "click" indicates that the seatbelt has locked.

Releasing the seatbelt

– Press the red lock button and then let the

seatbelt retract. If the seatbelt does not retract fully, feed the seatbelt in by hand so that it does not hang loose.

The seatbelt locks and cannot be withdrawn:

• if it is pulled out too quickly.

• during braking and acceleration.

• if the car leans heavily.

Keep in mind the following:

• do not use clips or anything else that can

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prevent the seatbelt from fitting properly

• ensure that the seatbelt is not twisted or caught on anything

• the hip strap must be positioned low down (not over the abdomen).

• tension the hip strap over the lap by pulling the diagonal shoulder belt as illustrated.

WARNING

The seatbelts and airbags interact. If a seatbelt is not used or is used incorrectly, this may diminish the protection provided by the airbag in the event of a collision.

WARNING

Each seatbelt is designed for only one person.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the seatbelt yourself. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop. If the seatbelt has been subjected to a major load, such as in a collision, the entire seatbelt including reel, anchorage and buckle must be replaced. Some of the seatbelt’s protective properties may have been lost even if the seatbelt does not appear damaged. The seatbelt must also be replaced if it shows signs of wear or damage. The new seatbelt must be type-approved and designed for installation at the same location as the replaced seatbelt.

01 Safety

Seatbelts and pregnancy

The seatbelt should always be worn during pregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in the correct way. The diagonal section of the seatbelt should wrap over the shoulder then be routed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen. The lap section of the seatbelt should lay flat over the thighs and as low as possible under the abdomen. It must never be allowed to ride upward. Remove all slack from the seatbelt and ensure that it fits close to the body. In addition, check that there are no twists in the seatbelt.

As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers should adjust their seats and steering wheel such that they can easily maintain control of

the vehicle as they drive (which means that they must be able to easily operate the foot pedals and steering wheel). They should strive to position the seat with as large a distance as possible between their abdomen and the steering wheel.

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Seatbelts

Seatbelt reminder

Unbelted occupants will be reminded to fasten their seatbelts through an audio and visual reminder. The audio reminder is speed dependent, and in some cases time dependent. The visual reminder is located in the roof console and the combined instrument panel.

Child seats are not covered by the seatbelt reminder system.

Rear seat

The seatbelt reminder in the rear seat has two subfunctions:

• To provide information on which seatbelts are being used in the rear seat. The message is shown on the information display

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01 Safety

Seatbelts

when the seatbelts are being used or when the rear doors are opened. The message is automatically cleared after approx. 30 seconds or it can be acknowledged manually by pressing the READ button.

• To provide a warning if one of the rear seatbelts is unfastened during a journey. This warning takes the form of a message on the information display along with the audio/visual signal. The warning ceases when the seatbelt is re-fastened or when manually acknowledged by pressing the READ button.

The message on the information display showing which seatbelts are in use is always available. Press the READ button to see stored messages.

Certain markets

An unbelted driver will be reminded to fasten his or her seatbelt through an audio and visual reminder. At low speed, the audio reminder will sound for the first 6 seconds.

Seatbelt tensioner

All the seatbelts are equipped with seatbelt tensioners. A mechanism in the seatbelt tensioner tightens the belt around the body in the event of a sufficiently violent collision. The belt then provides more effective restraint for the wearer.

01 Safety

Warning symbol on the combined instrument panel

The airbag system1 is continually monitored by the system control module. The warning symbol in the combined instrument panel illuminates when the ignition key is turned to position I, II or III. The symbol goes out after approx. 6 seconds provided the airbag

is working correctly.

system

As well as the warning symbol, a message may appear on the information display in appropriate cases. If the warning symbol malfunctions, the warning triangle illuminates and the message

BAG SERVICE REQUIRED SRS AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT

appears on the information display. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop urgently.

WARNING

If the warning symbol for the airbag system

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remains on or illuminates while driving, it means that the airbag system is not functioning fully. The symbol indicates a fault in the seatbelt buckle, SIPS, SRS system or IC system. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop urgently.

SRS AIR-

Airbag system

Includes SRS and seatbelt tensioner, SIPS and IC.

01 Safety

Airbags (SRS)

Airbag (SRS) on the driver’s side

The car has an SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System) to supplement the protection afforded by the seatbelt on the driver’s side. This airbag is folded up into the centre of the steering wheel. The steering wheel is marked SRS AIRBAG.

WARNING

The seatbelts and airbags interact. If a seatbelt is not used or is used incorrectly, this may diminish the protection provided by the airbag in the event of a collision.

Passenger airbag (SRS)

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The car has an airbag1 to supplement the protection afforded by the seatbelt on the passenger side. This airbag is folded up into a compartment above the glovebox, and its cover panel is marked SRS AIRBAG.

WARNING

To minimise the risk of injury if the airbag deploys, passengers must sit as upright as possible with their feet on the floor and backs against the backrest. Seatbelts must be secured.

Not all cars have a passenger airbag (SRS). This can be unselected when the car is ordered.

WARNING

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the airbag (SRS) is activated.

Never allow a child to stand or sit in front of the front passenger seat. No one shorter than 140 cm should sit in the front passenger seat if the airbag (SRS) is activated.

Failure to follow the advice given above can endanger the life of the child.

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS) see page 18.

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01 Safety

SRS system

SRS system, left-hand drive

The system consists of airbags and sensors. A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors and the airbag(s) are inflated with hot gas. To cushion the impact, the airbag deflates when compressed. When this occurs, smoke escapes into the car. This is completely normal. The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbag, takes place within tenths of a second.

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SRS system, right-hand drive

NOTE

The sensors react differently depending on the course of the collision and whether the seatbelts on the driver and passenger side are used. It is therefore possible that only one (or none) of the airbags may inflate in a collision. The SRS system senses the force of the collision on the car and adapts accordingly so that one or more airbags is deployed.

The airbags have a function whereby their capacities are adapted to the collision force to which the car is subjected.

Airbags (SRS)

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Location of the passenger airbag in left-hand drive and right-hand drive cars

WARNING

Do not put objects in front of or above the instrument panel where the passenger airbag is located.

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01 Safety

Activating/deactivating the airbag (SRS)

PAC OS1 (option)

Indicator showing that the passenger airbag (SRS) is deactivated.

The airbag (SRS) for the front passenger seat can be deactivated if the car is equipped with a PACOS switch. For information on how to activate/deactivate, see page 19.

Messages

A text message and a symbol in the roof panel indicates that the airbag (SRS) for the front passenger seat is deactivated (see illustration above).

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Indicator showing that the passenger airbag (SRS) is activated.

NOTE

When the remote control key is inserted into ignition position II or III the warning symbol for the airbag is shown in the combined instrument panel for approx. 6 seconds (see page 15).

Following which, the indicator in the roof console is illuminated showing the correct status for the front passenger seat airbag. For more information on the different ignition positions, see page 120.

A warning symbol in the roof panel indicates that the airbag (SRS) for the front passenger seat is activated (see illustration above).

For information on how switching takes place, see under the heading Activating/ deactivating later in this chapter.

WARNING

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the airbag is activated and the symbol in the roof console is illuminated. Failure to follow this advice could endanger the life of the child.

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Activating/deactivating

The switch for the passenger airbag (PACOS) is located on the passenger end of the instrument panel and is accessible when the passenger door is open, (see under the heading, Switch – PACOS below). Check that the switch is in the required position. Volvo recommends that the key blade is used to change position.

For information on the key blade, see page 99. (Other items with a shape similar to a key can also be used.) Failure to follow the advice given above can endanger life.

PACOS (Passenger Airbag Cut Off Switch)

01 Safety

WARNING

If the car is equipped with a front passenger airbag (SRS), but does not have PACOS, the airbag will always be activated.

WARNING

Do not allow anyone to sit in the front passenger seat if the text message in the roof panel indicates that the airbag (SRS) is deactivated and if the warning symbol for the airbag system is also displayed on the combined instrument panel. This indicates that there has been a severe malfunction. Visit an authorised Volvo workshop urgently.

Activating/deactivating the airbag (SRS)

Switch – PACOS

Switch location

1. The airbag is activated. With the switch in this position, persons taller than 140 cm can sit in the front passenger seat, but never children in a child seat or on a booster cushion.

2. The airbag is deactivated. With the switch in this position, children in a child seat or on a booster cushion can sit in the front passenger seat, but never anybody taller than 140 cm.

WARNING

Activated airbag (passenger seat):

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion on the front passenger seat when the airbag is activated. This applies to everyone shorter than 140 cm.

Deactivated airbag (passenger seat): No one taller than 140 cm should ever sit in the front passenger seat when the airbag is deactivated.

Failure to follow the advice given above can endanger life.

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01 Safety

Side airbags (SIPS bags)

Side airbag – SIPS bag

Side airbag locations

A large proportion of the collision force is transferred by the SIPS (Side Impact Protection System) to beams, pillars, the floor, the roof and other structural parts of the body. The side airbags at the driver’s and front passenger seats protect the chest area and are an important part of the SIPS. The side airbags are located in the front seat backrests.

Child seats and side airbags

WARNING

Repairs must only be performed by an authorised Volvo workshop.

Any interference in the SIPS bag system could cause malfunction and result in serious personal injury.

The side airbag does not diminish the protection provided by the car to children seated in a child seat or on a booster cushion.

A child seat or booster cushion can be placed on the front passenger seat provided that the car does not have an activated senger airbag.

WARNING

Do not put objects in the area between the outside of the seat and the door panel, since this area is required by the side air-

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bag.

WARNING

Use only Volvo genuine car seat covers, or seat covers approved by Volvo. Other seat covers may impede the operation of the side air bags.

WARNING

Side airbags are a supplement the seatbelts. Always wear your seatbelt.

pas-

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS) see page 18.

01 Safety

SIPS bags

Driver’s side, left-hand drive cars

The SIPS bag system consists of side airbags and sensors. A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors and the side airbags are inflated. The airbag inflates between the occupant and the door panel and thereby cushions the initial impact. The airbag deflates when compressed by the collision. The side airbag is normally only deployed on the side of the collision.

Side airbags (SIPS bags)

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Passenger side, left-hand drive cars Location of airbag decal in door opening on front

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passenger side in left-hand drive cars.

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01 Safety

Inflatable Curtain (IC)

Properties

The inflatable curtain IC (Inflatable Curtain) is a supplement to the SIPS and the airbags. It is fitted in the headlining along both sides of the roof and protects all of the vehicle’s outer seats. A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors and the inflatable curtain is inflated. The inflatable curtain helps to prevent the driver and passengers from striking their heads on the inside of the car during a collision.

WARNING

Never hang or attach heavy items onto the handles in the roof. The hook is only designed for light clothing (not for solid objects such as umbrellas for example).

Do not screw or fit anything to the headlining, door pillars or side panels. This could compromise the intended protection. Only use Volvo genuine parts that are approved for placement in these areas.

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WARNING

Do not load the car higher than 50 mm under the top edge of the side windows. Otherwise, the intended protection of the inflatable curtain, which is concealed in the headlining, may be compromised.

WARNING

The inflatable curtain is a supplement to the seatbelts.

Always use a seatbelt.

01 Safety

Protection against whiplash injury – WHIPS

The whiplash protection system (WHIPS) consists of energy absorbing backrests and specially designed head restraints for the front seats. The system is actuated by a rearend collision, where the angle and speed of the collision, and the nature of the colliding vehicle all have an influence.

WARNING

The WHIPS system is a supplement to the seatbelts. Always wear your seatbelt.

Properties of the seat

When the WHIPS system is deployed, the front seat backrests fall backward to alter the position of the driver and front seat passenger. This diminishes the risk of whiplash injury.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the seat or WHIPS system yourself. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop.

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WHIPS system and child seats/booster cushions

The WHIPS system does not diminish the protection provided by the car to children seated in a child seat or on a booster cushion.

Correct seating position

For the best possible protection, the driver and front seat passenger should sit in the centre of the seat with as little space as possible between the head and the head restraint.

WHIPS

01 Safety

WHIPS

Do not obstruct the WHIPS system

WARNING

Do not squeeze rigid objects between the rear seat cushion and the front seat backrest. Make sure you do not to obstruct the function of the WHIPS system.

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WARNING

If a seat has been subjected to extreme forces, such as due to a rear-end collision, the WHIPS system must be checked by an authorised Volvo workshop.

Part of the WHIPS system’s protective capacity may have been lost even if the seat appears to be undamaged.

Contact an authorised Volvo workshop to have the system checked after even a minor rear-end collision.

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WARNING

If a rear seat backrest is folded down, the corresponding front seat must be moved forward so that it does not touch the folded backrest.

01 Safety

When the systems deploy

System Tr igg e re d

Seatbelt tensioner, front seat In a frontal collision and/or side-impact accident and/or rear-end collision Seatbelt tensioner, outside rear seat In a frontal collision Airbags (SRS)

Side airbags (SIPS)

Inflatable Curtain IC Whiplash protection WHIPS In a rear-end collision

The bodywork of the car could be greatly deformed in a collision without airbag deployment. A number of factors such as the rigidity and weight of the object hit, the speed of the car, the angle of the collision etc. affects how the different safety systems of the car are activated.

If the airbags have been deployed, the following is recommended:

• Have the car transported to an authorised Volvo workshop. Do not drive with deployed airbags.

• Let an authorised Volvo workshop replace components in the car’s safety system.

• Always contact a doctor.

In a frontal collision

In a side-impact accident In a side-impact accident

WARNING

The airbag system control module is located in the centre console. If the centre console is drenched with water or other liquid, disconnect the battery cables. Do not attempt to start the car since the airbags may deploy. Have the car transported to an authorised Volvo workshop.

NOTE

The SRS, SIPS, IC and belt tensioner systems are deployed only once during a collision.

WARNING

Never drive with deployed airbags. They can make steering difficult. Other safety systems may also be damaged. The smoke and dust created when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye irritation/ injury after intensive exposure. In case of irritation, wash with cold water. The rapid deployment sequence and airbag fabric may cause friction and skin burns.

01 Safety

Crash mode

Driving after a collision

If the car is involved in a collision, the text

CRASH MODE - SEE MANUAL may appear

on the information display. This means that the car has reduced functionality. Crash mode is a protective state that is enforced when the collision may have damaged the car’s vital functions, such as the fuel lines, sensors for one of the safety systems, or the brake system.

Attempting to start the car

First, check that no fuel is leaking from the car. There should be no smell of fuel.

If everything seems normal and you have checked for indications of fuel leakage, you may attempt to start the car.

Firstly, remove the ignition key and then reinsert it. The car’s electronics will then try to reset themselves to normal mode. Then try to start the car. If in the display then the car must not be driven or towed. Even if the car appears to be driveable, hidden damage may make the car impossible to control once moving.

CRASH MODE is still shown

Moving the car

If NORMAL MODE is shown after CRASH

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has been reset, the car can be moved

MODE

carefully out of a dangerous position. Do not move the car further than necessary.

WARNING

Never attempt to repair your car or reset the electronics yourself if the car has been in crash mode. This could result in personal injury or the car not functioning as normal. Always allow an authorised Volvo workshop to check and restore the car to

NORMAL MODE after CRASH MODE

has been displayed.

WARNING

Never, under any circumstances, attempt to restart the car if it smells of fuel when the

CRASH MODE message is displayed.

Leave the car at once.

WARNING

If the car is in CRASH MODE it must not be towed. It must be transported to an authorised Volvo workshop.

01 Safety

Children should sit comfortably and safely

The position of a child in the car and the choice of equipment is dictated by the child’s weight and size. For more information see page 29.

NOTE

Regulations regarding the placement of children in cars vary from country to country. Check what laws apply.

Children of all ages and sizes must always sit correctly secured in the car. Never allow a child to sit on the knee of a passenger.

Volvo’s own child safety equipment is designed for your car. Use Volvo genuine equipment to best ensure that the mounting points and attachments are correctly positioned and are sufficiently strong.

NOTE

If problems arise when fitting child safety products, contact the manufacturer for clearer instructions.

Child seats

Child seats and airbags are not compatible.

Volvo has child safety products that are designed for and tested by Volvo.

NOTE

When using child safety products it is important to read the installation instructions included with the product.

Do not attach the straps for the child seat to the horizontal adjustment bar, springs, rails or beams under the seat. Sharp edges can damage the straps.

Allow the back of the child seat to rest against the dashboard. This applies to cars

Child safety

without a passenger airbag or where the airbag is deactivated.

Location of child seats

You may place:

• a child seat or booster cushion on the front passenger seat, provided the passenger airbag is not activated1.

• a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat that uses the back of the front seat as support.

Always place a child in the rear seat if the passenger airbag is activated. A child in the front passenger seat could suffer serious

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injury if the airbag deploys.

WARNING

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the airbag (SRS) is activated.

No one shorter than 140 cm should ever sit in the front passenger seat if the airbag (SRS) is activated.

Failure to follow the advice given above can endanger the life of the child.

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS), see page 18.

01 Safety

Child safety

WARNING

Booster cushions/child seats with steel braces or some other design that could rest on the seatbelt buckle’s opening button must not be used, as they could cause the seatbelt buckle to open accidentally. Do not allow the upper section of the child seat to rest against the windscreen.

Airbag decal

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Decal located on instrument panel end face Decal located on instrument panel end face

(Australia only)

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Child safety

Placement of children in the car

For child seats other than those shown in the table, the car should be included in the manufacturer’s enclosed list of vehicles or be approved in accordance with ECE R44.

Weight/age

Group 0 max. 10 kg (0–9 months) Group 0+ max. 13 kg

Group 1 9–18 kg (9–36 months)

Group 2/3 15–36 kg (3–12 years)

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS), see page 18.

Front seat

Volvo Child seat – rear-facing child seat, secured with the car’s seatbelt and straps. Use a protective cushion between the child seat and the dashboard.

Type approval: E5 03135 Britax Baby Safe Plus – rear-facing child

seat, secured with the ISOFIX fixture system.

Type approval: E1 03301146 Volvo Child seat – rear-facing child seat,

secured with the car’s seatbelt and straps. Use a protective cushion between the child seat and the dashboard.

Type approval: E5 03135 Britax Freeway – rear-facing child seat,

secured with the ISOFIX fixture system and straps.

Type approval: E5 03171 Volvo Booster cushion – with or without

backrest.

Type approval: E5 03139

Outer rear seat Centre rear seat

Volvo Child seat – rear-facing child seat, secured with the car’s seatbelt, straps and support legs.

Type approval: E5 03135 Britax Baby Safe Plus – rear-facing child

seat, secured with the ISOFIX fixture system.

Type approval: E1 03301146 Volvo Child seat – rear-facing child seat,

secured with the car’s seatbelt, straps and support legs.

Type approval: E5 03135 Britax Freeway – rear-facing child seat,

secured with the ISOFIX fixture system and straps.

Type approval: E5 03171 Volvo Booster cushion – with or without

backrest.

Type approval: E5 03139 Volvo Integrated booster cushion –

available as a factory fitted option.

Type approval: E5 03168

Volvo Child seat – rear-facing child seat, secured with the car’s seatbelt, straps and support legs.

Type approval: E5 03135

Britax Baby Safe Plus – rear-facing child seat secured with the car’s seatbelt.

Type approval: E1 03301146

Volvo Child seat – rear-facing child seat, secured with the car’s seatbelt, straps and support legs.

Type approval: E5 03135

Volvo Booster cushion – with or without backrest.

Type approval: E5 03139

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Child safety

Integrated booster cushion (option)

Volvo’s integrated booster cushion for the outer rear seats is specially designed to provide optimum safety for children. Combined with the regular seatbelts, the booster cushion is approved for children weighing between 15 and 36 kg.

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WARNING

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the airbag (SRS) is activated.

No one shorter than 140 cm should ever sit in the front passenger seat if the airbag

(SRS) is activated. Failure to follow the advice given above can

endanger the life of the child.

For information on activated/deactivated airbag

(SRS), see page 18.

Raising the booster cushion

1 2

– Pull that handle to raise the booster

cushion (1).

– Grasp the cushion with both hands and

push it backwards (2).

– Push until it locks in place (3).

WARNING

The booster cushion must be in the locked position before the child is placed there.

Check that:

• the booster cushion in locked in position.

• the seatbelt is in contact with the child’s body and is not slack or twisted, and that

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the seatbelt is positioned correctly across the shoulder

• the hip strap is low across the hips for optimum protection

• the seatbelt does not lie across the child’s throat or below the shoulder.

• Carefully adjust the position of the head restraint to suit the child.

WARNING

Repair or replacement should only be performed by an authorised Volvo workshop. Do not make any modifications or additions to the booster cushion.

If an integrated booster cushion has been subjected to a major load, such as in conjunction with a collision, the entire booster cushion must be replaced. Even if the booster cushion appears to be undamaged, it may not afford the same level of protection. The booster cushion must also be replaced if it is heavily worn.

Lowering the booster cushion

– Pull the handle (1). – Lower the seat and press until it locks (2).

NOTE

Remember to stow away the booster cushion before lowering the rear seat backrest.

Child safety

ISOFIX fixture system for child seats (option)

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Mounting points for the ISOFIX fixture system are concealed behind the lower section of the rear seat backrest, in the outer seats.

The location of the mounting points is indicated by symbols in the backrest upholstery (see illustration above).

Press the seat cushion down to access the mounting points.

Always follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions when connecting a child seat to the ISOFIX mounting points.

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Overview, left-hand drive cars ..................................................................34

Overview, right-hand drive cars ...............................................................36

Driver’s door control panel .......................................................................38

Combined instrument panel .....................................................................39

Indicator and warning symbols ................................................................40

Information display ...................................................................................44

Electrical socket .......................................................................................45

Lighting panel ...........................................................................................46

Left-hand stalk switch ..............................................................................49

Right-hand stalk switch ...........................................................................51

Cruise control (option) ..............................................................................53

Steering wheel keypad (option) ................................................................54

Steering wheel adjustment, hazard warning flashers ..............................55

Parking brake ...........................................................................................56

Power windows ........................................................................................57

Rearview and door mirrors .......................................................................59

Power sunroof (option) .............................................................................63

Personal preferences ...............................................................................65

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

02 Instruments and controls

Overview, left-hand drive cars

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Overview, left-hand drive cars

1. Steering wheel adjustment

2. Bonnet release

3. Control panel

4. Direction indicators, main beam, trip computer

5. Lighting, fuel filler flap opener

6. Door handle, lock button

7. Air vents in dashboard

8. Air vent for side window

9. Cruise control

10.Horn, airbag

11.Combined instrument panel

12.Keypad for infotainment system

13.Windscreen wipers and washer, headlamp washers

14.Ignition switch

15.Sunroof controls

16.No function

17.Deactivation of alarm detectors, deadlocks

18.Switch for interior lighting

19.Reading lamp, left-hand side

20.Reading lamp, right-hand side

21.Seatbelt reminder and passenger seat airbag indicator

22.Interior rearview mirror

23.Display for climate control and infotainment system

24.Infotainment system

25.Controls for climate control, infotainment system and personal

preferences

26.Climate control

27.Gear lever

28.Hazard warning flashers

29.Door handle

30.Glovebox

31.Parking brake

32.Electrical socket/cigarette lighter

33.Blind Spot Information System, BLIS

34.Switch, optional equipment

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Overview, right-hand drive cars

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Overview, right-hand drive cars

1. Electrical socket, cigarette lighter

2. Blind Spot Information System, BLIS

3. Switch, optional equipment

4. Parking brake

5. Control panel

6. Glovebox

7. Door handle

8. Air vent for side window

9. Air vents in dashboard

10.Gear lever

11.Climate control

12.Controls for climate control, infotainment system and personal

preferences

13.Infotainment system

14.Display for climate control and infotainment system

15.Interior rearview mirror

16.Seatbelt reminder and passenger seat airbag indicator

17.Switch for interior lighting

18.Reading lamp, left-hand side

19.Reading lamp, right-hand side

20.No function

21.Deactivation of alarm detectors, deadlocks

22.Sunroof controls

23.Ignition switch

24.Windscreen wipers and washers, headlamp washers

25.Cruise control

26.Combined instrument panel

27.Horn, airbag

28.Keypad for infotainment system

29.Hazard warning flashers

30.Door handle, lock button

31.Lighting, fuel filler flap opener

32.Direction indicators, main beam, trip computer

33.Bonnet release

34.Steering wheel adjustment

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Driver’s door control panel

1. Blocking switch for rear power windows

(standard) Electric child locks (option)

2. Power windows

3. Door mirror, left-hand side

4. Door mirrors, setting

5. Door mirror, right-hand side

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Combined instrument panel

1. Speedometer.

2. Direction indicators, left.

3. Warning symbol.

4. Information display – The display

presents information and warning messages and outside temperature. When the ambient temperature is between +2 °C and –5 °C, a snowflake symbol appears on the display. This warns of icy roads. The outside temperature gauge may show a slightly high reading after the car has been stationary.

5. Information symbol.

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6. Direction indicator, right.

7. Tachometer – Indicates engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).

8. Indicator and information symbols.

9. Fuel gauge.

10.Button for trip meter – Used to measure short distances. Press the button to switch between trip meters T1 and T2. Press and hold (more than 2 seconds) to zero the active trip meter.

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11.Display – Display for automatic gear position, rain sensor, odometer, trip meter and cruise control.

12.Main beam indicator.

13.Temperature gauge – Displays the temperature of the engine cooling system. A message will appear on the display if the temperature becomes too high and the gauge goes into the red zone. Bear in mind that extra lights placed in front of the air intake, for example, reduce the cooling capacity at high outside temperatures and high engine loads.

14.Indicator and warning symbols.

02 Instruments and controls

Indicator and warning symbols

Functionality check, symbols

All indicator and warning symbols1 illuminate

when the ignition key is turned to position II before starting. This is to check that the symbols are working. When the engine starts, all the symbols should go out except the handbrake symbol, which extinguishes when the handbrake is released.

If the engine does not start within 5 seconds, all symbols extinguish except the symbols for a fault in the car’s emissions system and for low oil pressure. Certain symbols may have no function, depending on the car’s specifications.

For certain engine variants, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Warnings are given via display text, see page 184.

Symbols in the centre of the instrument panel

The red warning symbol illuminates when a fault has been indicated which could affect the safety and/or driveability of the

car. An explanatory text is shown on the information display at the same time. The symbol remains visible until the fault has been rectified but the text message can be cleared with the READ button, see page 44. The warning symbol can also illuminate in conjunction with other symbols.

– Stop in a safe place. Do not drive the car

further.

– Read the information on the information

display. Implement the action in accordance with the message on the display. Clear the message using READ.

If the car is driven at a speed higher than 7 km/h then the warning symbol illuminates.

When one of the car’s systems does not behave as intended, the yellow information symbol illuminates and a text appears in the

information display. The message text is cleared using the READ button, see page 44, or disappears automatically after a period of time (time depending on which function is indicated).

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The yellow information symbol can also illuminate in conjunction with other symbols.

If the car is driven at a speed lower than 7 km/h then the information symbol illuminates.

NOTE

When a service message is shown, the symbol and message are cleared using the

READ button, or disappear automatically

after a time.

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Indicator and warning symbols

Indicator symbols – left-hand side

1. Fault in car’s emissions system

Drive to an authorised Volvo workshop to have the system checked.

2. ABS fault

If this symbol illuminates, the system is not working. The car’s regular brake system continues to work, but without the ABS function.

– Stop the car in a safe place and turn off

the engine. – Restart the engine. – Drive to an authorised Volvo workshop to

have the ABS checked if the symbol

remains illuminated.

3. Rear fog lamp

This symbol is illuminated when the rear fog lamp is on.

4. Stability system STC or DSTC

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For information on the system’s functions and symbols, see page 131.

5. No function

6. Engine preheater (diesel)

This symbol is illuminated during engine preheating. Preheating occurs when the temperature is below –2 °C. The car can be started once the symbol goes out.

7. Low level in fuel tank

This symbol illuminates when there are approximately 8 litres of usable fuel left in a petrolengined car, or approximately 7 litres in a diesel-engined car.

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Indicator and warning symbols

Indicator symbols – right-hand side

1. Indicator symbol for trailer

This symbol flashes when the direction indicators are used and a trailer is coupled. If the symbol does not flash, one of the lamps on the trailer or the car is

defective.

2. Parking brake applied

The symbol illuminates when the parking brake is applied. Always pull the parking brake lever to the end position.

NOTE

The symbol illuminates irrespective of how hard the parking brake is applied.

3. Airbags – SRS

If this symbol remains on or comes on while driving, it means a fault has been detected in the seatbelt buckle, SRS, SIPS, or IC

system. Drive directly to an authorised Volvo workshop to have the system checked.

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4. Low oil pressure

If this symbol illuminates while

driving, the engine oil pressure is

too low. Stop the engine immedi-

ately and check the engine oil

level, top up if necessary. If the symbol illuminates and the oil level is normal, contact an authorised Volvo workshop.

For certain engine variants, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Warnings are given via display text, see page 184.

5. Seatbelt reminder

This symbol illuminates if someone in a front seat has not put on their seatbelt or if someone in a rear seat has taken off their seatbelt.

6. Alternator not charging

If this symbol illuminates while driving, a fault has occurred in the electrical system. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop.

7. Fault in brake system

If this symbol illuminates, the brake fluid level may be too low.

– Stop the car in a safe place and check the

level in the brake fluid reservoir, see page 187. If the level in the reservoir is below MIN, the car should not be driven any further. Have the car transported to an authorised Volvo workshop to have the brake system checked.

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Indicator and warning symbols

If the BRAKE and ABS symbols illuminate at the same time, there may be a fault in the brake force distribution system.

• Stop the car in a safe place and turn off the engine.

• Restart the engine.

• If both symbols extinguish, continue driving.

• If the symbols remain on, check the level in the brake fluid reservoir. See page 187.

• If the brake fluid level is normal but the symbols are still illuminated, the car can be driven, with great care, to an authorised Volvo workshop to have the brake system checked.

• If the level in the reservoir is below MIN then the car should not be driven any further. Have the car transported to an authorised Volvo workshop to have the brake system checked.

WARNING

If the BRAKE and ABS symbols are illuminated at the same time, there is a risk that the rear end will skid during heavy braking.

Reminder – doors not closed

If one of the doors, the bonnet 1 or the boot lid is not properly closed, the driver will be reminded of this.

Low speed

If the car moves at a speed less than approx. 7 km/h, the information symbol illuminates at the same time as

DOOR OPEN, PASSENGER DOOR OPEN BONNET OPEN DOOR OPEN

the car safely as soon as possible and close the door or bonnet.

, LEFT REAR DOOR OPEN,

or RIGHT REAR

is shown in the display. Stop

DRIVER

High speed

If the car is moving faster than

approx. 7 km/h, the symbol illu-

minates and one of the texts indi-

cated in the previous paragraph

appears in the display.

Boot lid reminder

If the boot lid is open, this infor-

mation symbol will illuminate and

BOOT LID OPEN will appear on

the display.

Only cars with alarms

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Information display

Messages

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Message Specification

STOP SAFELY STOP ENGINE SERVICE URGENT SEE MANUAL SERVICE REQUIRED BOOK TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE

MAINTENANCE OVERDUE

CHECK OIL LEVEL

SOOT FILTER FULL – SEE MANUAL STC/DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF

When a warning or indicator symbol come, a message appears on the information display.

–Press the READ button (1). Switch between messages with the READ

button. Fault messages are stored in the memory until the fault is rectified.

NOTE

If a warning message appears while you are using the trip computer, the message must be read (press activity can be resumed.

Stop the car in a safe manner and turn off the engine. Serious risk of damage. Stop the car in a safe manner and turn off the engine. Serious risk of damage. Have the car checked by an authorised Volvo workshop immediately. Read the owner’s manual. Have the car checked by an authorised Volvo workshop as soon as possible. Time to book regular service at an authorised Volvo workshop. Time for regular service at an authorised Volvo workshop. The timing is determined by the number of

kilometres driven, number of months since the last service, engine running time and oil grade. If the service intervals are not followed then the warranty does not cover any damaged parts. Contact

an authorised Volvo workshop for service. Check the oil level. The message is shown every 10 000 km (certain engine variants). For information

on checking the oil level, see page Diesel particle filter requires regeneration, see page 119. The function of the stability and traction control system is reduced, see page 132 for more variants.

READ) before the previous

185.

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Electrical socket

12 V electrical socket

The electrical socket can be used for 12 V accessories, such as mobile phone chargers and coolers. The maximum current is 10 A. For the socket to supply current, the ignition key must be in at least position

WARNING

Always leave the plug in the socket when the socket is not in use.

Cigarette lighter (option)

Activate the lighter by pushing in the button. The button pops out when the lighter is hot. Pull out the lighter and light a cigarette on the heated coils.

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Electrical socket in the rear seat

The electrical socket can be used for various accessories, such as mobile phone chargers and coolers.

NOTE

Cigarette lighter does not work in this socket.

It is designed for 12 V. The maximum current is 10 A. For the socket to supply current, the ignition key must be in at least position

WARNING

Always leave the plug in the socket when it is not in use.

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Lighting panel

Position Specification

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4 5 6

Automatic/deactivated dipped beam. Only main beam flash.

Position/parking lamps

Automatic dipped beam. Main beam and main beam flash work in this position.

Headlamp levelling

The load in the car changes the vertical alignment of the headlamp beam, which could dazzle oncoming motorists. Avoid this by adjusting the height of the beam.

– Turn the ignition key to position II. – Turn the headlamp control (2) to one of the

end positions.

– Roll the control (1) up or down respec-

tively to raise or lower beam alignment.

Cars with Bi-Xenon headlamps matic headlamp levelling, so there is no control (1).

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Position/parking lamps

Position/parking lamps can be switched on irrespective of ignition key position.

– Turn the headlamp control (2) to the centre

position.

When the ignition key is in position II the position/parking lamps and number plate lighting are always on.

Headlamps

Automatic dipped beam (certain countries)

Dipped beam comes on automatically when the ignition key is turned to position II, except when the headlamp control (2) is in

Option

have auto-

the centre position. If necessary, the automatic dipped beam can be deactivated by an authorised Volvo workshop.

Automatic dipped beam, main beam

– Turn the ignition key to position II. – Dipped beam is activated by means of

turning the headlamp control (2) clockwise to the end position.

– Main beam is activated by means of mov-

ing the left-hand stalk switch towards the steering wheel to the end position and releasing it, see page 49.

The lamps are switched off automatically when the ignition key is turned to position I or 0.

Instrument lighting

The instrument lighting is switched on when the ignition key is in position II and the headlamp control (2) is in one of the end positions. The lighting is automatically dimmed during the day and can be controlled manually at night.

– Roll the control up or down (3) for brighter

or dimmer lighting.

Enhanced display lighting

To facilitate reading the odometer, trip meter, clock and outside temperature gauge, these illuminate when the car is unlocked and when the key is removed from the ignition switch.

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Lighting panel

The displays extinguish when the car is locked.

Fog lamp

NOTE

Regulations for use of fog lamps vary from country to country.

Front fog lamps (option)

The front fog lamps can be switched on along with the headlamps or the position lamps/parking lamps.

– Press the button (4). The light in the button (4) illuminates when

the front fog lamps are switched on.

Rear fog lamp

The rear fog lamp can only be switched on with the headlamps or the front fog lamps.

– Press the button (6). The rear fog lamp indicator symbol on the

combined instrument panel and the light in the button (6) illuminate when the rear fog lamp is switched on.

Fuel filler flap

Press button (5) to open the fuel filler flap when the car is unlocked, see page 106.

Active Bi-Xenon Lights (option)

Lighting panel, for Active Bi-Xenon Lights

If the car is equipped with active headlamps (Active Bi-Xenon Lights, ABL) the light from the headlamps follows the steering wheel movement in order to provide maximum lighting in bends and junctions and so provide increased safety.

The LED illuminates when the function is activated, the LED flashes and an error message is shown on the information display in the event of a malfunction. The function is only active in twilight or darkness and only when the car is moving.

The function can be deactivated/activated with the headlamp control.

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Headlamp pattern with function deactivated (left) and activated (right) respectively

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Lighting panel

Brake light

The brake light automatically comes on dur-

ing braking.

Emergency brake light and automatic hazard warning flashers, EBL

Emergency Brake Lights (EBL) are activated in the event of heavy braking or if the ABS brakes are activated. This function means that the brake light flashes to immediately alert cars travelling behind.

The system is activated if ABS is used for more than 0.5 seconds or in the event of heavy braking, however, only when braking from speeds above 50 km/h. When the speed of the car is lower than 30 km/h the brake lights shine normally again and the hazard warning flashers are switched on automatically. The hazard warning flashers remain on until the car accelerates again but can be deactivated with the button for hazard warning flashers, see page 55.

Certain markets

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Left-hand stalk switch

Stalk switch positions

1. Short flash sequence, direction indicators

2. Continuous flash sequence, direction indicators

3. Main beam flash

4. Switching, main and dipped beam, and home safe lighting

Direction indicators

Continuous flash sequence

– Move the stalk switch up or down to end

position (2).

The stalk switch remains in its end position and is moved back manually, or automatically by steering wheel movement.

Short flash sequence

– Move the stalk switch up or down to

position (1) and release.

The direction indicators flash three times and the stalk switch returns to its home position.

Switching, main and dipped beam

The ignition key must be in position II for main beam to be switched on.

– Turn the headlamp control clockwise to

the end position, see page 46.

– Move the stalk switch towards the steer-

ing wheel to the end position (4) and

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release.

Main beam flash

– Move the stalk switch gently towards the

steering wheel to position (3).

Main beam comes on until the stalk switch is released. Main beam flash only works when the ignition key is inserted in the ignition switch.

Home safe lighting

Some exterior lights can be kept switched on and serve as home safe lighting after the car has been locked. The standard delay is 30 seconds, 90 seconds. See page 66.

Factory sett.

but can be changed to 60 or

– Remove the key from the ignition switch. – Move the stalk switch towards the steer-

ing wheel to the end position (4) and release.

– Get out of the car and lock the door.

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Left-hand stalk switch

Trip computer (option)

Controls

To scroll through trip computer information, turn the thumbwheel (B) in steps, either upward or downward. Continue turning to return to the starting point.

NOTE

If a warning message interrupts while you are using the trip computer, this message must be acknowledged. Acknowledge by pressing the the trip computer function.

READ button (A) and revert to

Functions

The trip computer displays the following

information:

AVERAGE SPEED

•

• ACTUAL SPEED MPH

• INSTANTANEOUS

• AVERAGE

• KILOMETRES TO EMPTY TANK

AVERAGE

The average fuel consumption is stored when the ignition is switched off and remains until the function is reset. Reset using the

RESET button (C).

NOTE

There may be a slight error in the reading if a fuel-driven heater is used.

• STC/DSTC, see page 131

AVERAGE SPEED

When the ignition is switched off, the average speed is stored and used as the basis of the

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new value when you continue driving. Reset using the RESET button (C).

ACTUAL SPEED MPH

Current speed is displayed in mph.

INSTANTANEOUS

Current fuel consumption is calculated every

KILOMETRES TO EMPTY TANK

The range to empty is calculated based on the average fuel consumption over the last 30 km. When the range to empty is shorter than 20 km then "----" is shown on the display.

NOTE

There may be a slight error in the reading if fuel consumption is changed due to a change in driving style or if a fuel-driven heater is used for example.

second. The information on the display is updated every couple of seconds. When the car is stationary, " play. During the period for regeneration

----" appears on the dis-

fuel

consumption may increase, see page 119.

Certain countries

Only applies to diesel cars with particle filter.

Resetting

– Select AVERAGE SPEED or AVERAGE – Press and hold the RESET button (C) for

at least five seconds to reset the average speed and average consumption at the same time.

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Right-hand stalk switch

Windscreen wipers

C DB

A. Windscreen and headlamp washers B. Rain sensor – On/Off C. Thumbwheel D. No function

Windscreen wipers off

The windscreen wipers are off when the stalk switch is in position 0.

Single sweep

Raise the stalk switch to make a single sweep.

Intermittent wiping

delay.

Continuous wiping

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You can adjust and set a suitable speed for intermittent wiping. Turn the thumbwheel (C) up for a shorter interval between sweeps. Turn it down to increase the

The wipers sweep at normal speed.

The wipers sweep at high speed.

IMPORTANT

Before activating the wipers during winter ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen in, and that any snow or ice on the windscreen is scraped away.

IMPORTANT

Use plenty of washer fluid when the wipers are cleaning the windscreen. The windscreen must be wet when the windscreen wipers are operating.

Windscreen/headlamp washer

Pull the stalk switch towards the steering wheel to start the windscreen and headlamp washers. The wipers will make several extra sweeps once the stalk is released.

High-pressure headlamp washing (option in certain markets)

High-pressure headlamp washing consumes a large quantity of washer fluid. To save fluid, the headlamps are washed as follows.

Dipped beam selected with the switch on lighting panel:

The headlamps are washed the first time the windscreen is washed. Within the next ten minutes, they are washed every fifth wash of the windscreen. If more than ten minutes passes between washes, the headlamps are washed every time.

Parking/position lamps selected with the switch on the lighting panel

• Bi-Xenon headlamps are only washed every fifth wash cycle irrespective of the time that elapses.

• Halogen headlamps are not washed.

The switch on the lighting panel is in position

• Bi-Xenon headlamps are only washed

• Halogen headlamps are not washed.

every fifth wash cycle irrespective of the time that elapses.

02 Instruments and controls

Right-hand stalk switch

Rain sensor (option)

The rain sensor automatically activates the windscreen wipers based on how much water it detects on the windscreen. The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted using the thumbwheel (C).

Turn the thumbwheel upwards for higher sensitivity and downwards for lower sensitivity, (an extra sweep is made when the thumbwheel is turned upwards).

On/Off

When activating the rain sensor, the ignition key must be in position I screen wiper stalk switch must be in position 0 (not activated).

or II and the wind-

Activating the rain sensor: – Press the button (B). A display symbol

shows that the rain sensor is active.

To turn the rain sensor off, either: – Press button (B)

– Press the stalk switch downward to

another wiper program. If the stalk switch is raised, the rain sensor will remain active, the wipers make an extra sweep and then return to rain sensor mode when the stalk is released to position 0.

The rain sensor is automatically deactivated when the key is removed from the ignition

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switch or five minutes after the ignition is switched off.

IMPORTANT

At an automatic car wash: Deactivate the rain sensor by pressing the button (B) while the ignition key is in position wise, the windscreen wipers could start swiping and become damaged.

Thumbwheel

Use the thumbwheel to adjust the frequency of wiper sweeps when intermittent wiping is selected, or the sensitivity to rain when the rain sensor is selected.

I or II. Other-

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Cruise control (option)

Activating

The controls for cruise control are to the left of the steering wheel.

Setting the desired speed: –Press the CRUISE button.

shown on the combined instrument panel.

–Touch

+ or – to lock the vehicle speed.

CRUISE-ON appears in the combined

instrument panel.

Cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 30 km/h or above 200 km/h.

CRUISE is

Increasing or decreasing speed

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– Increase or decrease the locked speed by

pressing and holding + or –. The speed of the car when the button is released is set as the new speed.

Pressing (less than half a second) changes the speed 1 km/h or 1.6 km/h

NOTE

A temporary increase in speed (less than one minute) using the accelerator, such as while overtaking, does not affect the cruise control setting. When you release the accelerator, the car will return to the programmed speed.

+ or –

Temporary disengagement

–Press0 to disengage the cruise control

temporarily. CRUISE will be shown on the combined instrument panel. The speed set earlier is stored in the memory.

The cruise control is also temporarily disengaged when:

• the brake pedal or clutch pedal is depressed

• speed falls below 25–30 km/h when travelling uphill

• the gear selector is moved to position N

• wheel spin or wheel lock-up occurs.

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• a temporary increase in speed lasts longer than one minute.

Return to the set speed

– Press this button to resume the previously set speed.

CRUISE-ON appears on the

combined instrument panel.

Disengaging

– Press CRUISE to disengage the cruise

control. CRUISE-ON goes out on the combined instrument panel.

Depending on engine type

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Steering wheel keypad (option)

Button functions

The four buttons at the bottom of the steering wheel keypad control the radio and the phone. The function of a button depends on which system is active. The steering wheel keypad can be used to scroll between preset stations, change CD tracks and adjust the volume.

– Press and hold one of the arrow keys to

fast forward/reverse or search for the next station.

The phone must be switched on to adjust audio system settings. It must be activated with the ENTER key to enable control of the phone functions with the arrow keys.

To return to Audio only, press EXIT.

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Steering wheel adjustment, hazard warning flashers

Steering wheel adjustment

The steering wheel can be adjusted for both height and reach.

– Pull the lever towards you to release the

steering wheel.

– Adjust the steering wheel to the position

that suits you best.

– Push back the lever to fix the steering

wheel in place. If the lever is stiff, press the steering wheel lightly at the same time as you push the lever back.

WARNING

Adjust the steering wheel before driving off, never while driving. Before driving, check that the steering wheel is fixed in position.

Hazard warning flashers

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Use the hazard warning flashers (all direction indicators flash) when the car is stopped where it could be a traffic hazard or obstruction. Press the button to activate the function.

A sufficiently violent collision or heavy braking activates the hazard warning flashers automatically, see page 48. The function can be deactivated with the button.

NOTE

Regulations regarding the use of hazard warning flashers vary from country to country.

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Parking brake

Parking brake (handbrake)

The lever is located between the front seats.

NOTE

The warning lamp symbol in the combined instrument panel comes on irrespective of how hard the parking brake is applied.

How to Apply the parking brake

– Press the foot brake pedal down firmly. – Pull up the parking brake lever up firmly to

its full extent.

– Release the foot brake pedal and make

sure that the car is at a standstill position.

– If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever

must be pulled more firmly.

When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in 1st gear (for manual transmission) or P (for automatic transmission)

Parking on a hill

If the car is parked facing uphill; turn the wheels away from the kerb.

If the car is parked facing downhill; turn the wheels toward the kerb.

How to release the parking brake

– Press the foot brake pedal down firmly.

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– Pull the parking brake lever up slightly,

press the button, release the parking brake lever and release the button.

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Power windows

Operation

The power windows are operated using the controls in the doors. The ignition key must be in position I or II for the power windows to operate.

The windows continue to work for a limited amount of time when the car is stopped and ignition key is removed, provided none of the doors is opened. Operate the windows with caution.

To open a window:

• Depress the front of the control. To close a window:

• Raise the front of the control.

Remote control and lock buttons

To operate the power windows with lock buttons and remote control, see page 98 and 107.

WARNING

Make sure that children and other passengers cannot be trapped in any way when closing the windows. Pay close attention if the rear door windows are controlled from the driver’s door or if the windows are closed with the remote control.

Driver’s door

Controls, power windows, front (A) and rear (B).

The driver can operate all of the power windows from the driver’s seat. The windows in the front seats can be opened and closed in two ways:

Manual operation

Depress one of the controls (A) or (B) gently or raise it gently. The power window opens or closes as long as the switch is actuated.

Automatic operation

Fully depress one of the controls (A) or raise it fully, then release. The side window will then open or close automatically. If the win-

dow is obstructed by an object, the movement will stop.

WARNING

The function that interrupts the movement of the windows in the event of blocking works with both automatic and manual closing, although not with pinch protection deployed.

WARNING

If there are children in the car:

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Remember to switch off the supply to the power windows by removing the ignition key if the driver leaves the car.

Make sure that children and other passengers cannot be trapped in any way when closing the windows.

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Power windows

Blocking power windows in the rear doors

Blocking rear power windows and electric child safety locks1.

The light in the switch is illuminated

The rear door windows can only be operated from the driver’s door.

The light in the switch is extinguished

The rear door windows can be operated both with the control on each rear door and with the controls on the driver’s door.

NOTE

If the car has electric child safety locks on the rear doors, the light indicates that these are also activated. The doors then cannot be opened from the inside. A text message is shown on the display when the electric child safety locks are activated.

Front passenger seat

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Front passenger seat

The control in the front passenger door operates that window only.

Rear power windows

The rear door windows can be operated with the control on each door or with the switch on the driver’s door. If the light in the switch for blocking the rear power windows (located in the control panel in the driver’s door) is illuminated, the rear door windows can only be operated from the driver’s door. The win-

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dows in the rear doors are operated in the same way as the windows in the front doors.

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Option

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Rearview and door mirrors

Interior rearview mirror

Bright light from behind could be reflected in the rearview mirror and dazzle the driver.

Dipping

1. Control for dimming

2. Normal position

3. Dimmed position.

Automatic dimming (option)

Bright light from behind is automatically dimmed by the rearview mirror. The control (1) is not available in mirrors with automatic dimming.

Rearview mirror with compass (option on certain markets)

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The upper right-hand corner of the rearview mirror has an integrated display that shows the compass direction in which the front of the car is pointing. Eight different directions are shown with English abbreviations:

N (north), NE (north east), E (east), SE (south

S (south), SW (south west), W (west)

east),

NW (north west).

and

Calibrating the compass

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The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The compass is set for the geographical area to which the car was delivered. The compass should be calibrated if the car is moved across several magnetic zones.

– Stop the car in a wide open area with the

engine running at idling speed.

– Press and hold button (1) for at least

6 seconds. Following which, the sign shown (the button is concealed, so use a paper clip for example to press it in).

– Press and hold button (1) for at least

3 seconds. The number for the current magnetic zone is displayed.

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Rearview and door mirrors

– Press the button (1) repeatedly until the

number for the required magnetic zone (1–15) is shown, refer to the map of magnetic zones for the compass.

– Wait until the display returns to showing

the character

– Following which, press and hold the but-

ton for 9 seconds and select hand drive cars and

– Drive slowly in a circle with a maximum

speed of 10 km/h until a compass direction is shown on the display, which indicates that the calibration is complete.

R for right-hand drive.

Magnetic zones, Europe

L for left-

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Magnetic zones, Asia

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Magnetic zones, South America

Magnetic zones, Australia

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Magnetic zones, Africa

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Rearview and door mirrors

Door mirrors

The controls for adjusting the two door mirrors are at the front of the driver’s door armrest. The rearview mirrors can be operated in ignition position I and II.

–Press theL button for the left-hand door

mirror or R for the right-hand door mirror. The light in the button illuminates.

– Adjust the position with the joystick in the

centre.

–Press theL or R button again. The lamp

goes out.

Retractable power door mirrors (option)

The mirrors can be retracted for parking and driving in narrow spaces. This can be done in ignition position I and II.

Retracting the mirrors

– Press the L and R button at the same

time.

– Release the buttons. The mirrors automa-

tically stop in the fully retracted position.

IMPORTANT

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Do not use a scraper to remove ice from the mirrors as this could scratch the glass and the water and dirt-repellent coating be damaged.

Use the defroster function instead, see page 73.

Option

WARNING

Both door mirrors are the wide angled type to provide optimal vision. Objects may appear further away than they actually are.

Folding out the mirrors

– Press the L and R button at the same

time.

could

– Release the buttons. The mirrors automat-

ically stop in the fully extended position.

Resetting to neutral

Mirrors that have been moved out of position by an external force must be reset to the neutral position for electric retracting and extending to work.

– Use the L and R buttons to retract the

mirrors.

– Extend the mirrors again with the L and

R button. The mirrors are now reset to the neutral.

Home safe and approach lighting

The light on the door mirrors (option) illuminates when the approach lighting or home safe lighting is activated.

Blind Spot Information System, BLIS (option)

BLIS is an information system that under certain conditions can help to draw the driver’s attention to vehicles moving in the same direction in the so-called "blind spot", see page 136.

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Rearview and door mirrors

Water and dirt-repellent coating (option)

tion on maintenance, see page 173.

Rearview and door mirrors

In certain weather conditions, the function of the dirt-repellent coating is improved if the door mirror defrosters are used, see page 73.

Heat the door mirrors:

• If they are covered with ice or snow.

• In heavy rain and dirty road conditions.

• If they are misted.

The front windows and/or door mirrors are treated with a coating which improves the view in poor weather conditions. For informa-

IMPORTANT

Do not use a metal ice scraper to remove ice from the windows. The water and dirtrepellent coating could be damaged. Use the defroster to remove ice from the mirrors. An ice scraper could scratch the mirror glass!

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Power sunroof (option)

Open positions

The sunroof controls are located in the roof panel. The sunroof can be opened to two positions:

A. Ventilation position, up at the rear edge B. Sliding position, backwards/forwards The ignition key must be in position I or II.

WARNING

If there are children in the car: Switch off the supply to the power sunroof

by removing the ignition key if the driver leaves the car.

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1. Opening, automatic

2. Opening, manual

3. Closing, manual

4. Closing, automatic

5. Opening, ventilation position

6. Closing, ventilation position

Ventilation position

Open:

– Press the rear edge of the control (5)

upward.

Close:

– Pull the rear edge of the control (6) down-

ward.

From ventilation position to fully open sunroof:

– Pull the control rearward to the end

position (1) and release.

Sliding position

Automatic operation

– Pull the control past the point of

resistance (2) to the rear end position (1) or past the point of resistance (3) to the forward end position (4) and release. The sunroof opens/closes completely.

Manual operation

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Open:

– Pull the control rearward to the point of

resistance (2). The sunroof moves toward the fully open position as long as the button is held in this position.

Close:

– Press the control forward to the point of

resistance (3). The sunroof moves toward the closed position as long as the button is held in this position.

WARNING

The sunroof’s pinch-protection function only operates during automatic closing, not manual closing.

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Power sunroof (option)

Closing with remote control or lock button

– One long press on the lock button closes

the sunroof and all of the windows. The doors and the boot lid are locked.

If you need to interrupt closing: – Press the lock button again.

WARNING

Make sure that children or other passengers are not in danger of becoming trapped in any way when closing the sunroof with the remote control. Always operate the sunroof with caution.

Sunscreen

The sunroof features a manual, sliding interior sunscreen. The sunscreen slides back automatically when the sunroof is opened. Grip the handle and slide the screen forwards to close it.

Pinch protection

The sunroof’s pinch protection function is activated if the hatch is blocked by an object. If blocked, the sunroof will stop and automatically open to the previous position.

WARNING

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The sunroof’s pinch protection function only operates during automatic closing, not during manual closing.

Make sure children are not in danger of becoming trapped in any way when closing the sunroof.

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Personal preferences

Control panel

Possible settings

Personal preferences can be set for some of the car’s functions: the locks, climate control and audio functions. For audio functions, see page 208.

Control panel

A. Display

B. MENU C. EXIT

D. ENTER

E. Navigation

Use

The settings are shown on the display (A). Open the menu to enter settings: – Press MENU (B).

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– Scroll, for example, to

the navigation button (E). – Press ENTER (D). – Select an alternative with the navigation

button (E). – Press ENTER to activate the selection. Close the menu:

– Press EXIT (C) for approximately one

second.

Car Settings with

Clock, adjustment

The hour and minute are each adjusted separately.

– Use the numbers on the keypad or

"arrow up" or "arrow down" on the navigation button (E).

– Select the number for adjustment using

"arrow right" or "arrow left" on the navigation button.

– Press ENTER to start the clock.

NOTE

If the car has a 12-hour clock then AM/PM is selected using "arrow up" or "arrow down" after the final minute number has been adjusted.

Climate control settings

Automatic fan adjustment

The fan speed can be set to AUTO mode in cars equipped with ECC:

– Select from

Recirculation timer

When the timer is active, the air recirculates for 3 – 12 minutes, depending on the outside air temperature.

Low, Normal and High.

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Personal preferences

–Select On/Off depending on whether or

not you wish the recirculation timer to be active.

Reset all

Resets the climate function options to the factory settings.

Car settings

Unlock confirm. light

The hazard warning flashers can provide feedback when the car is unlocked with the remote control. This function can be turned

On or Off.

Lock feedback light

The hazard warning flashers can provide feedback when the car is locked with the remote control. This function can be turned

On or Off.

Automatic locking – doors

When the speed of the car exceeds 7 km/h the doors and boot lid can be locked automatically. This function can be turned

On/Off. Pulling the door handle twice

unlocks and opens the doors from the inside.

Unlock doors

There are two alternatives for unlocking:

• All doors – one press of the remote con-

trol unlocks both doors and the boot lid.

Driver’s door first, then all others – one

•

press of the remote control unlocks the

driver’s door. A second press then

unlocks all the other doors and the boot

lid.

Keyless entry (option in certain markets)

• All doors – all doors are unlocked at the

same time.

Doors on the same side – front and rear

•

doors on the same side are unlocked

simultaneously.

Both front doors – both front doors are

•

unlocked simultaneously.

One of the front doors – any door or boot

•

lid can be unlocked separately.

Simultaneous closing/opening of all windows

This function can be selected for the lock button on the remote control and the front doors’ central locking button, as well as the outside door handle button on cars with the keyless system:

Auto-close all windows – all windows and

•

the sunroof are closed simultaneously with

one long press on the lock button.

This function can be selected for the unlock button on the remote control and the front doors’ central locking button:

Auto-open all windows – all windows are

• opened simultaneously with one long press on the unlock button.

Approach lighting

Select the time the car’s lights should remain on when the approach lighting button is pressed. The following alternatives are avail-

30/60/90 seconds.

able:

Home safe lighting

Select the time the car’s lights should remain on when the left-hand stalk switch is pulled back after the ignition key has been removed. The following alternatives are avail-

30/60/90 seconds.

able:

Information

• VIN - (Vehicle Identification Number). The car’s unique identity number.

Number of keys - The number of keys

• registered for the car is shown.

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General information on climate

control ......................................................................................................70

Manual climate control, AC ......................................................................72

Electronic climate control,

ECC (option) .............................................................................................75

Air distribution ..........................................................................................78

Fuel-driven heater (option) .......................................................................79

CLIMATE CONTROL

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General information on climate control

Air conditioning

The climate control system cools or heats, and dehumidifies the air entering the passenger compartment. The car is equipped with

AC) or electronic climate con-

either manual (

ECC).

trol (

NOTE

The air conditioning system can be switched off, but to ensure the best possible air in the passenger compartment and prevent the windows from misting, it should always be on.

Misting windows

Remove misting on the insides of the windows by first using the defroster function.

To reduce the risk of misting, clean the windows with a normal window cleaning agent.

Ice and snow

Remove ice and snow from the climate control air intake (the grille between the bonnet and the windscreen).

Fault tracing and repair

Entrust fault tracing and repair of the climate control system to an authorised Volvo workshop only.

Refrigerant

The air conditioning system contains R134a refrigerant. This refrigerant contains no chlorine, which means that it is harmless to the ozone layer. The system must only be charged with R134a refrigerant. Have an authorised Volvo workshop carry out this work.

Passenger compartment filter

All air which enters the passenger compartment is first cleaned by a filter. This filter must be replaced regularly. Follow the Volvo Service Programme for the recommended replacement intervals. If the car is used in a severely contaminated environment, it may be necessary to replace the filter more often.

NOTE

There are several different types of passenger compartment filter. Ensure that the correct filter is installed.

Display

There is a display above the climate control panel that displays climate control settings.

Personal preferences

You can set preferences for two climate control functions:

• Fan speed in AUTO mode (applies only to cars with

• Recirculation timer for passenger compartment air.

For information about these settings, see page 65.

ECC).

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General information on climate control

Air vents in the dashboard

A. Open B. Closed C. Lateral airflow D. Vertical airflow Aim the outer vents towards the side win-

dows to remove misting from the front side windows.

Cold weather: Close the centre vents for optimum comfort and best demisting.

ECC (option)

Actual temperature

The temperature you select corresponds to the physical experience with reference to factors such as air speed, humidity and solar radiation in and around the car.

Sensor location

• The sun sensor is on the top side of the dashboard.

• The temperature sensor for the passenger compartment is behind the climate control

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panel.

• The outside temperature sensor is located on the door mirror.

• The humidity sensor is located in the interior rearview mirror.

NOTE

Do not cover or block the sensors with clothing or other objects.

Side windows and sunroof

To ensure that the air conditioning works satisfactorily, close all side windows and the sunroof (if fitted).

Acceleration

The air conditioning system switches off temporarily at full throttle. You may feel a temporary rise in temperature.

Vents in parcel shelf

NOTE

Do not cover the cargo area vents in the parcel shelf with clothing or other objects.

Condensation

In warm weather, condensation from the air conditioning system may drip under the car. This is normal.

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Manual climate control, AC

Control panel

1 9

1. Fan

2. Recirculation

3. Defroster

4. Air distribution

5. AC ON/OFF – Air conditioning On/Off

6. Heated front left seat

7. Heated front right seat

8. Rear window and door mirror defrosters

9. Temperature

Functions

1. Fan

ing are switched off. The display shows the fan symbol and

Increase or decrease the fan speed by turning the knob.

If the knob is turned anticlockwise and the fan indicator in the display goes out, the fan and the air condition-

OFF.

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2. Recirculation

Recirculation can be used to shut out bad air, exhaust fumes, etc. from the passenger compartment. The air in the passenger compart-

ment is recirculated. No outside air is taken into the car when this function is activated. Recirculation (together with the air conditioning system) cools the passenger compartment more quickly in hot weather. If the air in the car recirculates for too long, there is a risk of the windows misting.

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Manual climate control, AC

Timer

The timer function minimises the risk of icing, misting and bad air if recirculation is selected. See page 65, for how to activate/ deactivate the function. When the Defroster (3) program is selected, recirculation is deactivated.

3. Defroster

Quickly removes misting and ice from the windscreen and side windows. Air flows to the windows at high fan speed. The light in the defroster button illuminates

when the function is active. The following also takes place when the

defroster function is activated in order to provide maximum dehumidification in the passenger compartment:

• the air conditioning (AC) is automatically switched on (can be switched off with the AC button (5)

• recirculation is automatically disengaged.

When the defroster is switched off the climate control returns to the previous settings.

4. Air distribution

The airflow can be distributed to the windows, dashboard vents or floor by pressing the air distribution buttons.

A symbol on the display above the climate control panel and an illuminated light in the relevant button indicate which function has been selected.

See the table on page 78.

5. AC – On/Off

ON: Air conditioning is on. It

is controlled by the system’s

AUTO function. This way,

incoming air is cooled and

dehumidified.

OFF: Off. When the defroster function is activated the

air conditioning is automatically switched on (can be switched off with the AC button).

6. and 7. Heated front seats

(option on certain markets)

– Higher heat

Press the button once – both

lights illuminate.

–Lower heat

Press the button twice – one light illuminates.

–Heat off

Press the button three times – light not illuminated.

8. Rear window and door mirror defrosters

Use the defroster to quickly remove misting and ice from the rear window and door mirrors. The rear window and door mirrors are

defrosted simultaneously if the button is pressed once. The function is active if one lamp is illuminated in the button.

The function is switched off manually or automatically. Switch off manually with one press on the button. Automatic switching off disconnects the rear window and door mirrors after 12-20 minutes depending on outside temperature.

During cold weather the defrosting also continues after 20 minutes in order to keep the rear window and door mirrors free of ice and

. The intensity of the defrosting can be

mist adapted to the outside temperature. This function must be switched off manually.

Depending on market and/or options

9. Temperature

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Manual climate control, AC

Select cooling or heating for both driver and passenger side.

Control panel

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Electronic climate control, ECC (option)

1 10

1. AUTO

2. Fan

3. Recirculation/Air quality system

4. Defroster

5. Air distribution

6. AC ON/OFF – Air conditioning On/Off

7. Heated front left seat

8. Heated front right seat

9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters

10.Temperature selector

Functions

1. AUTO

The AUTO function automatically regulates climate control and maintains the selected temperature. The AUTO function controls

heating, air conditioning, fan speed, recirculation, and air distribution. If you select one or more manual functions, the other functions continue to be controlled automatically. All manual settings are switched off when AUTO is switched on. The display shows

AUTO CLIMATE.

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2. Fan

Increase or decrease fan speed by turning the knob. The fan speed is regulated automatically if AUTO is selected, and the previously set fan speed is disengaged.

NOTE

If the knob is turned anticlockwise and the fan indication on the display goes out, the fan and the air conditioning are switched off. The display shows the fan symbol

OFF.

and

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Electronic climate control, ECC (option)

3. Recirculation

Recirculation can be used to shut out bad air, exhaust fumes, etc. from the passenger compartment. The air in the passenger compart-

outside air is taken into the car when this function is activated. If the air in the car recirculates for too long, there is a risk of misting on the insides of the windows.

ment is recirculated, i.e. no

Timer

The timer function reduces the risk of icing, misting and bad air if recirculation is selected. See page 65, for how to activate/ deactivate the function.

NOTE

When Defroster (4) is selected, recirculation is always deactivated.

3. Air quality system (option)

(same button as recirculation)

The air quality system consists of a multi-filter and a sensor. The filter separates

reduce the levels of odours and pollution in the passenger compartment. When the

gases and particles to

sensor detects polluted outside air, the air intakes are closed and the air in the passenger compartment is recirculated. A green light (A) illuminates in the button when the air quality sensor is active.

Activating the air quality sensor: – Press AUTO (1) to activate the air quality

sensor (normal setting).

Or: – Switch between three functions by press-

ing repeatedly the recirculation button.

• Air quality sensor engaged – the light (A)

illuminates.

• No recirculation engaged, provided it is

not required for cooling in hot weather – light not illuminated.

• Recirculation engaged – the light (M) illu-

minates.

Keep the following in mind:

• As a rule, the air quality sensor should

always be engaged.

• Recirculation is limited in cold weather to

avoid misting.

• The defroster functions for the front, side

and rear windows can be used to demist the windows.

4. Defroster

Quickly removes misting and ice from the windscreen and side windows. Air flows to the windows at high fan speed. The light in the defroster button illuminates

when the function is active. The following also takes place when the

defroster function is activated in order to provide maximum dehumidification in the passenger compartment:

• the air conditioning (AC) is automatically switched on (can be switched off with the AC button (5)

• recirculation is automatically disengaged.

When the defroster is switched off the climate control returns to the previous settings.

5. Air distribution

The airflow can be distributed to the windows, dashboard vents or floor by pressing the air distribution buttons.

A symbol on the display above the climate control panel and an illuminated light in the relevant button indicate which function has been selected.

See the table on page 78.

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Electronic climate control, ECC (option)

6. AC – On/Off (ON/OFF)

ON: Air conditioning is on. It

is controlled by the system’s AUTO function. This way, incoming air is cooled and dehumidified.

OFF: Off.

When the defroster function is activated the air conditioning is automatically switched on (can be switched off with the AC button).

NOTE

The climate control system’s demisting function with humidity sensor is significantly reduced with the air conditioning in deactivated mode ( selected air distribution and fan speed.

OFF), as well as with manually

7. and 8. Heated front seats

(option on certain markets) To activate front seat

heating: – Higher heat:

Press the button once – both lights illuminate.

–Lower heat:

Press the button twice – one light illuminates.

– Heat off:

Press the button three times – light not illuminated.

9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters

Use the defroster to quickly remove misting and ice from the rear window and door mirrors. The rear window and door mirrors are

defrosted simultaneously if the button is pressed once. The function is active if one lamp is illuminated in the button.

During cold weather the defrosting also continues after 20 minutes in order to keep the rear window and door mirrors free of ice and

The intensity of the defrosting can be

mist. adapted to the outside temperature. This function must be switched off manually.

10. Temperature selector

The temperatures on the

driver and passenger sides

can be set independently.

Press the button once to

activate one side. Press

Depending on market and/or options

again to activate the other side. Press the button a third time to activate both sides.

The active side is indicated by the button’s light and in the display above the climate control panel.

When the car is started, the most recent setting is resumed.

NOTE

Heating or cooling cannot be hastened by selecting a higher or lower temperature than the actual desired temperature.

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Air distribution

Air distribution Use Air distribution Use

Air to windows. Some air flows to the dashboard air vents. The air is not recircu-

lated. Air conditioning is always engaged.

To remove ice and misting quickly.

Air to the floor and windows. Some air flows to the dashboard air vents.

To ensure comfortable conditions and good demisting in cold or humid weather.

Air to windscreen and side windows. Some air flows to the dashboard air vents.

Airflow to windows and from dashboard air vents.

Airflow to the head and chest from the dashboard air vents.

To prevent misting and icing in a cold and humid climate. (Not for low fan speed.)

To ensure good comfort in warm, dry weather.

To ensure efficient cooling in warm weather.

Air to floor and from dashboard air vents.

Air to the floor. Some air flows to the dashboard air vents and windows.

Airflow to windows, from dashboard air vents and to the floor.

In sunny weather with cool outside temperatures.

To w ar m t he fe e t.

To provide cooler air for the feet or warmer air to the upper body in cold weather or hot, dry weather.

03 Climate control

Fuel-driven heater (option)

General information about heaters

The parking heater can be started immediately or set with two different start times

TIMER AM and TIMER PM. Here, start

using time refers to the time the car is heated and ready. The car’s electronic system calculates when heating should be started based on the outside temperature. The heater is not run if the outside temperature exceeds 25 °C. At minus 10 °C and lower, the maximum running time of the parking heater is 60 minutes.

Parking on a hill

If the car is parked on a steep hill, the front of the car should point downhill to ensure that there is a supply of fuel to the parking heater.

WARNING

The car must be outdoors when the petrol or diesel heater is used.

WARNING

Switch off the fuel-driven heater before refuelling. Spilled fuel could be ignited.

Check on the information display that the heater is off. When the additional heater is running, information display.

PARK HEAT ON is shown on the

Warning decal on fuel filler flap

Activating the heater

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– Enter the time when the car is to be used.

Press RESET (C) to enter the hours and minutes.

– Press and hold the RESET (C) button until

the timer is activated.

Direct start

– Use the thumbwheel (B) to scroll to

DIRECT START.

– Press RESET (C) to access the options

ON and OFF.

– Select

ON. The heater will now run for

60 minutes. Heating of the passenger compartment will begin as soon as the engine coolant has reached a temperature of 30 ºC.

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Fuel-driven heater (option)

Immediate stop of heater

– Use the thumbwheel (B) to scroll to

DIRECT START.

–Press RESET (C) to access the options

ON and OFF.

–Select

OFF.

NOTE

The car can be started and driven while the parking heater is still running.

Battery and fuel

If the battery has insufficient charge or the fuel level is too low, the parking heater will be switched off automatically. A message appears on the information display. Acknowledge the message by pressing READ once (A).

IMPORTANT

Repeated use of the parking heater combined with short journeys may discharge the battery and impair starting. If the heater is used regularly, the car must be driven for the same as the heater is run to ensure that the alternator has time to charge the battery.

Setting the TIMER AM and PM

For safety reasons, you can only programme times for the following 24 hours, not several days in advance.

– Scroll with the thumbwheel to –Touch RESET to move to the flashing

hours setting.

– Scroll with the thumbwheel to the desired

hour.

–Touch RESET to move to the flashing

minutes setting.

– Scroll with the thumbwheel to the desired

minute. –Touch RESET to confirm the setting. – Press RESET to activate the timer. After

TIMER AM, a second start time

setting

can be programmed with TIMER PM.

Access this with the thumbwheel. Set the

alternative start time in the same way as

TIMER AM.

TIMER.

Messages on the display

When TIMER AM, TIMER PM and DIRECT START are activated, the information symbol on the combined instrument panel illuminates and an explanatory text appears on the information display. The display also indicates which TIMER is active when the driver removes the key from the ignition to leave the car.

Clock/timer

If the car clock is reset after the heater timers are programmed, the selected times will be cancelled.

Additional heater (diesel)

(certain countries) Extra heat from the additional heater may be

required in cold weather to reach the correct temperature in the passenger compartment.

The additional heater starts automatically when extra heat is required if the engine is running. It is switched off automatically when the correct temperature is reached or when the engine is switched off.

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Front seats ...............................................................................................84

Interior lighting .........................................................................................86

Storage spaces in the passenger compartment ......................................88

Rear seat ..................................................................................................92

Cargo area ................................................................................................94

INTERIOR

04 Interior

Front seats

Seating position

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The driver’s and passenger seats can be adjusted to the optimum sitting and driving positions

1. Forward/backward: lift the handle to adjust the distance to the steering wheel and pedals. Check that the seat is locked after changing position.

2. Raise/lower the front of the seat cushion, pump up/down, (option on passenger side).

3. Raise/lower the seat, pump up/down, (option on passenger side).

4. Lumbar support (option on passenger side).

Also applies to power seat.

, turn the wheel,

5. Adjust backrest rake, turn the wheel.

6. Lever for power seat (option).

– Lift the catches on the rear of the backrest

while folding it forwards.

– Push the seat forward so that the head

WARNING

Adjust the position of the driver’s seat before setting off, see page 13, never while driving.

Check that the seat is locked in position.

Lowering the front seat backrest (option)

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restraint "locks" in under the glovebox.

Floor mats (option)

Volvo supplies floor mats which are especially produced for your car.

WARNING

The floor mat at the driver’s seat must be firmly fitted and secured in the attachment clips to prevent it from being trapped around and under the pedals.

The passenger seat backrest can be folded forward to make room for long loads.

– Move the seat as far back as possible. – Adjust the backrest to an upright position

90 degrees.

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Front seats

Power seat (option)

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The seats can be adjusted for a certain time after unlocking the door with the remote control without the key being inserted into the ignition switch. The seat can always be set in ignition position I or II.

1. Front edge of seat cushion up/down

2. Seat, forwards/backwards

3. Seat, up/down

4. Backrest rake

Overload protection is deployed if any seat is blocked. If this occurs, switch off the ignition and wait a short time before operating the seat again. Only one of the seat’s settings can be adjusted at a time.

Memory function

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Buttons for memory function

Store setting

– Adjust seat. – Press and hold button M while pressing

button 1, 2 or 3 simultaneously.

Using a stored setting

Press one of the memory buttons 1 – 3 until the seat stops. If you release the button then the movement of the seat will stop.

Emergency stop

If the seat accidentally begins to move, press any of the buttons to stop the function.

WARNING

Risk of crushing. Make sure that children do not play with the controls.

Check that there are no objects in front of, behind or under the seat during adjustment. Ensure that none of the rear seat passengers is in danger of becoming trapped.

Key memory in remote control key

The driver’s seat settings are stored in the key memory when the car has been locked with the remote control key. When the car is unlocked with the same remote control key

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the driver’s seat adopts the stored settings when the driver’s door is opened.

NOTE

The key memory is independent of the seat memory.

04 Interior

Interior lighting

Reading lamps and interior lighting

Passenger compartment lighting and reading lamps

1. Reading lamp left-hand, On/Off

2. Passenger compartment lighting front and rear

3. Reading lamp right-hand, On/Off

Switch (2) has three positions for the interior lighting:

•Off (0) – right-hand side depressed, auto-

matic lighting off.

• Neutral position – interior lighting comes

on when a door is opened and goes out when the door is closed. The dimmer function is active.

• On – left-hand side depressed, passenger

compartment lighting on.

Automatic lighting

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Reading lamps, rear

4. Reading lamp left-hand rear, On/Off

5. Reading lamp right-hand rear, On/Off The reading lamps can be switched on in

ignition position I and II as well as when the engine is running. They can also be activated within 30 minutes after the engine has been switched off or when one of the doors has been opened/closed.

The passenger compartment lighting is switched on and off automatically when button (2) is in neutral position.

The passenger compartment lighting is switched on and remains on for 30 seconds if:

• the car is unlocked from the outside with the key or remote control

• the engine is stopped and the ignition key is turned to position 0

The passenger compartment lighting is switched off when:

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• the engine is started

• the car is locked from the outside with the key or remote control

The passenger compartment lighting comes on and remains on for 5 minutes if one of the doors is open.

The interior lighting can be switched on or off with switch (2) within 30 minutes, from when the key is turned to position 0, and the lighting remains on for 5 minutes if it is not switched off.

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Interior lighting

Vanit y mirror

The light comes on automatically when the cover is lifted.

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Option on certain markets

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Storage spaces in the passenger compartment

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Storage spaces in the passenger compartment

Storage spaces

1. Storage pocket on rear of front seats

2. Compartment in door panel with cup holder and holder for ice scraper

3. Ticket clip

4. Storage pocket on front edge of front seat cushions

5. Glovebox

6. Storage compartment (e.g. for CD discs) and cup holder

7. Bottle holder (option)

8. Coat hanger, only for light garments

9. Storage compartment and cup holder

10.Storage pocket on front edge of centre rear seat cushion (option).

WARNING

Ensure that no hard, sharp or heavy objects lie or protrude in such a way that they could cause injury during heavy braking.

Always secure large and heavy objects with a seatbelt or cargo retaining straps.

Storage compartment, in certain markets

Glovebox

The owner’s manual and maps can be kept here. There are also holders for coins, pens and fuel cards. The glovebox can be locked with the remote control’s detachable key blade. For further information on the key blade, see page 99.

Locking the glovebox:

1. Insert the key blade into the keyhole.

2. Turn the key a quarter of a turn (90 degrees) clockwise.

3. Remove the key. The keyhole is horizontal in the locked position.

To unlock the glovebox, carry out the above in reverse order.

Coat hanger

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The coat hanger is located on the passenger seat head restraint. Only hang light garments on the hanger.

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Storage spaces in the passenger compartment

Holder for ice scraper

In the front door storage compartments, in the rear section, is an integrated holder for an ice scraper. Insert the ice scraper into the holder. The ice scraper must be the type with a rectangular plastic section, approx. 3 mm thick. In front of the ice scraper is a space for a soda can.

Storage under the front armrest

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There is a storage space under the armrest. There is also a smaller storage space in the detachable armrest. Press the small button and lift the armrest to open the shallow compartment. Press the large button and lift the armrest to open the deeper compartment.

Cup holder in centre console

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There is space for a double cup holder under the roller cover. The space can be used for storage by lifting out the cup holder. Lift at the rear edge of the cup holder where there is a recess.

If the cup holder is being fitted - first align its two guide lugs in the two recesses in the front edge of the space and then press down the rear edge of the cup holder.

Close the roller cover by gripping its front edge from below and pulling forward.

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Storage spaces in the passenger compartment

Storage compartment behind the gear lever

When there are no buttons for parking assistance and BLIS, see page 134 and page 137, the space can be used as a storage compartment.

Bottle holder (option)

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A bottle holder for larger bottles is located on the rear of the tunnel console.

Ashtray (option)

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An ashtray is located towards the rear of the tunnel console.

Open the ashtray by pulling the top edge of the cover.

Emptying the ashtray:

1. Press in the catch, see illustration, and tilt the cover up.

2. Then lift the ashtray out.

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Rear seat

Head restraint, rear

All head restraints can be adjusted vertically to suit the height of the passenger. The upper edge of the head restraint should be aligned with middle of the back of the head. Raise the head restraint as necessary. To lower the head restraint, press the button by the righthand pillar at the same time as pushing down the head restraint. To remove the head restraint, press the button by the right-hand pillar while lifting out the head restraint.

Tipping the rear seat backrest

The rear seat backrests can be tipped forwards together, or individually, to make it easier to transport long objects. To avoid damaging the seatbelts when folding the backrests up or down, these should be hooked onto the grab handles.

– Hang the seatbelts on the hooks before

lowering or raising the backrests.

– Lift the rear edge of the seat cushion (1) to

fold the seat cushions forward.

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IMPORTANT

The head restraints could be damaged if they are not removed for loading. The head restraint in the centre must also be removed for heavy loads.

Lowering the backrest

– Pull the lock (2) catch up and forward to

release the backrest. A red indicator on the lock catch shows that the backrest is no longer locked in place.

– Fold the backrests (3) forward halfway and

remove the head restraints on the outside seats. The centre seat’s head restraint must be removed for a fully level floor.

– Place the head restraints in the plastic

sleeves on the undersides (4) of the raised seat cushions.

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Rear seat

NOTE

When the backrest has been raised, the red indicator should no longer be showing. If it is, the backrest is not locked in place.

WARNING

Remember to take down the seatbelts once you have raised the backrest.

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Cargo area

Load retaining eyelets

The load retaining eyelets are used to fasten straps or nets to anchor items in the cargo area.

Electrical socket in cargo area (option)

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Fold down the cover to access the electrical socket. This socket works regardless of whether or not the ignition is on.

Remember to avoid using the electrical socket with the ignition switched off due to the risk of discharging the battery.

Bag holder (option)

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The bag holder holds shopping bags in place and prevents them tipping over and spilling their contents.

– Open the hatch in the cargo area. – Secure the shopping bags with the strap.

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Remote control with key blade ................................................................98

Privacy locking (option) ..........................................................................100

Active locks ............................................................................................ 101

Keyless drive (option) ............................................................................. 102

Battery in remote control .......................................................................105

Locking and unlocking ...........................................................................106

Child safety locks ................................................................................... 109

Alarm (option) ......................................................................................... 110

LOCKS AND ALARM

05 Locks and alarm

Remote control with key blade

Remote control

The car is supplied with two remote controls which also serve as ignition keys. The remote controls contain detachable metal key blades for mechanical locking/unlocking of the driver’s door and glovebox.

The key blades’ unique code is available at authorised Volvo workshops, who can order new key blades.

A maximum of six remote controls/key blades can be programmed and used for one single car.

Turn signal indication during locking/

unlocking

When the car is unlocked using the Keyless Drive system or the remote control, two short flashes of the direction indicators serve to indicate that unlocking was correctly performed.

For locking, the indication takes place with one long flash and only if all locks have been locked, after the doors and the boot lid have been closed.

Personal preferences can be used to deactivate indication via the direction indicators. There will then be no visual indication as to whether the lock status is correct. See page 66.

Loss of a remote control

If you lose a remote control, take the car and the other remote controls to an authorised Volvo workshop. The code of the missing remote control must be erased from the system as a theft prevention measure.

Immobiliser

The remote controls are fitted with coded chips. The code must be accepted by the reader (receiver) in the ignition switch. The car can only be started if the correct remote control with the correct code is used.

Remote control functions

1. Locking — Locks all doors and the boot lid. Press and hold to close the side windows and sunroof.

2. Unlocking — Unlocks the doors and the boot lid. Press and hold to open the side windows.

3. Approach lighting — When you approach the car: Press the yellow button on the remote control to switch on the interior lighting, position/parking lamps, number plate lighting and door mirror lamps (option). The lighting is switched off automatically after 30, 60 or 90 seconds. For information on setting the delay time, see page 66.

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Remote control with key blade

4. Boot lid – Press the button once to unlock the boot lid only.

NOTE

The function does not open the boot lid.

5. Panic function — Used to attract attention in an emergency. Press and hold the red button for at least three seconds or press it twice within three seconds to activate the direction indicators and the horn. The function can be turned off with the same button once it has been active for at least 5 seconds. Otherwise the function switches off automatically after 30 seconds.

IMPORTANT

The narrow section of the remote control is particularly sensitive - this contains the chip. The car cannot be started if the chip is damaged.

Detachable key blade

Using the remote control’s detachable key blade:

• the driver’s door can be opened manually if central locking is not activated with the remote control, see page 100 and page 103.

• access to the cargo area (privacy locking) and glovebox can be blocked, see page 100 and 107.

Removing the key blade

To take the key blade out of the remote control:

– Slide the spring-loaded catch (1) to the

side while pulling the key blade (2) out.

Inserting the key blade

Be careful when inserting the key blade into the remote control.

– Hold the remote control with the narrow

end pointing downwards and lower the key blade into its slot.

– Lightly press the key blade to lock it in

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position. You should hear a "click".

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