Volvo S60 2002 Owner's Manual

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Introduction

Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your
Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this
vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and
maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts
at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by
alcohol, medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive.

Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the certification labels
attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment.

For further information please contact your retailer, or:
In the USA:

Volvo Cars of North America
Customer Relations
P.O. Box 914
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
800-458-1552

In Canada:
Volvo Canada Ltd.
175 Gordon Baker Road
Willowdale, Ontario M2H 2N7
800-663-8255

General Information

Shiftlock (automatic transmission)

When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P) ark position. To release the selector from this position,
turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the
gear selector and move the selector from (P) ark.

Keylock (automatic transmission)

When you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (P) ark position before the key can be removed from
the ignition switch.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

The ABS system in your car performs a self- diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed of approximately
12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control
module. This is normal.

Fuel filler door

The fuel filler door, located on the right rear fender, is connected to your car's central locking system. The driver's door
must be unlocked before the fuel filler door can be opened.
When you lock your car using the central locking button on the driver's door or remote control, the fuel filler door also
locks after a 10-minute delay. If you lock your car with the fuel filler door open, you will need to unlock the car to
allow the fuel filler door to be closed again.

Fuel filler cap

After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this cap is not closed tightly
or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (" Check Engine" light) will
illuminate.

Important information

Before you operate your car for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new- engine oil consumption
information on page 128. You should also be familiar with the information in chapters one, two and four of this
manual. Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the
vehicle for the first time. The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be
kept in the car for ready access.
Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and exhaust emission
requirements. In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these requirements. Modifications to the
emission control system( s) may render your Volvo not certifiable for legal operation in the U. S., Canada and other
countries.
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information
available at the time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special
legal requirements. Optional equipment described in this manual may not be available in all markets.
Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design without notice and
without incurring obligation.

Volvo and the environment

Volvo is committed to the well being of its customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the
environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our
environmental impact.
Volvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall environmental
impact of a product throughout its complete life cycle. In this context, design, production, product use, and recycling
are all important considerations.
In production, Volvo has partly or completely phased out several chemicals including freons, lead chromates,
naphtanates, asbestos, mercury and cadmium; and reduced the amount of chemicals used in our plants 50% since 1991.
Volvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a three-way catalytic converter with a Lambda sond, now
called oxygen sensor, in 1976. The current version of this highly efficient system reduces emissions of harmful
substances (CO, HC, NOx) from the exhaust pipe by approximately 95% and the search to eliminate the remaining
emissions continues. Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air conditioning
system of all models as far back as the 1975 model 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined purification
systems and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal.
After Volvo cars and parts have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle. The
metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a car, which makes the car among the most recycled industrial
products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, many Volvo variants have printed dismantling
manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual components.

For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts weighing more than 1.7 oz. (50 grams) are marked with international

symbols that indicate how the component is to be sorted for recycling.
In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines,
Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles.
When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment. To reduce
your vehicle's environmental impact, you can:

Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires.
Follow the recommended maintenance schedule.
Drive at a constant speed.
See an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction indicator) lamp

illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started.

Properly dispose of any vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc.

When cleaning your car, use Volvo's own car care products, all of which have systematically been adapted to the
environment.
For additional information regarding the environmental activities in which Volvo Cars of North America, Inc. and
Volvo Car Corporation are involved, visit our Internet Home Page at: http://www.volvocars.com

Prem-Air

On the surface of the radiator in the engine compartment, there is a special coating called Prem-Air. Prem-Air works
as a catalytic converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby
reducing harmful ground-level ozone.

Instruments, switches and controls

Page

1. Front fog lights 40

2. Headlights/ Parking lights 40

3. Rear fog light 40

4. Turn signals/ High/ low beams 41

5. Cruise control 45

6. Horn 4

7. Instrument panel 30

8. Audio controls 67

9. Windshield wipers 42

10. Parking brake (hand brake) 46

11. Center console switches 37

12. Climate control 53

13. Audio system 63

14. 12 V socket 46

15. Hazard warning flashers 43

16. Glove compartment 111

17. Panel vents 55

18. Text window 36

19. Temperature gauge 30

20. Odometer/ Trip odometer/Cruise control indicator 30/ 45

21. Speedometer 30

22. Turn signal indicators 30

23. Tachometer 30

24. Ambient temperature/ Clock/Selected gear indicator 30

25. Fuel gauge 30

26. Indicator and warning symbols 31

27. Cup holder (option) 111

28. Panel vents 55

29. Instrument lighting 40

30. Lighting panel 40

31. Reading lights 107

32. Interior lighting 107

33. Sun roof control 50

34. Seat belt reminder 4, 10

35. Rearview mirror 49

36. Lock button, for all doors 121

37. Blocking rear seat power windows 47

38. Controls, power windows 47

39. Controls, sideview mirrors 49

Contents

Contents

Safety
Instruments and controls
Climate control
Audio
Interior
Locks and alarm
Starting and driving
Wheels and tires
Car care
Maintenance and service
Specifications
Index
Back Cover

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Safety

pg. 9 Safety

Seat belts 10
Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System) 12
Side airbags (SIPS airbags) 18
Inflatable Curtain (IC) 20
Inspection of airbags, inflatable curtains and seat belt tensioners 21
WHIPS 22
Child safety 24
Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects 28

pg. 10 Seat belts

Seat belts

Not wearing a seat belt is like believing "It'll never happen to me!" Volvo, the inventor of the three-point seat belt,
urges you and all occupants of your car to wear seat belts and ensure that children are properly restrained, using an
infant, car or booster seat determined by age, weight and height. Volvo also believes no child should sit in the front
seat of a car.

NOTE: Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage. Additionally, most states and provinces
have already made it mandatory for occupants of a car to use seat belts.

So, urging you to "buckle up" is not just our recommendation - legislation in your state or province may mandate seat
belt usage. The few seconds it takes to buckle up may one day allow you to say, "It's a good thing I was wearing my
seat belt."

NOTE: A chime will sound several times if the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.

To buckle a seat belt:

Pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle until a distinct click is heard. The seat belt

retractor is normally "unlocked" and you can move freely, provided that the shoulder belt is not pulled out too far. The
retractor will lock up as follows:

if the belt is pulled out rapidly

during braking and acceleration

if the vehicle is leaning excessively

when driving in turns For the seat belt to provide maximum protection in the event of an accident, it must be worn
correctly. When wearing the seat belt remember:

The belt should not be twisted or turned.

The lap belt must be positioned low on the hips (not pressing against the abdomen).
Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up into its retractor and that the shoulder and lap belts are taut.
Before exiting the car, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide the belt back

into the retractor slot.

Child seats:

Please refer to page 27 for information on securing child seats with the seat belts.

pg. 11 Seat belts

During pregnancy

Pregnant women should always wear seat belts. Remember that the belt should always be positioned in such a way as
to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. The lap portion of the belt should be located low, as shown in the
above illustration.

WARNING!

Seat belts:

Never use a seat belt for more than one occupant. Never wear the shoulder portion of the belt under the arm,
behind the back or otherwise out of position. Such use could cause injury in the event of an accident. As seat belts
lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be replaced after any collision, even if
they appear to be undamaged.

Never repair the belt on your own; have this work done by an authorized Volvo retailer only.

Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a
detrimental effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision.

The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function properly.

Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend
that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt properly fastened.

pg. 12 Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System)

Driver's side airbag

As an enhancement to the three-point seat belt system, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS) to complement the three-point seat belt system. The inflatable airbag is installed folded up in the center of the
steering wheel. The wheel is embossed with SRS.

WARNING!

Never drive an SRS equipped car with your hands on the steering wheel pad / airbag housing.

Passenger side airbag

The airbag on the front passenger side is folded up in a compartment above the glove compartment. The panel is
embossed SRS.

WARNING!

No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to, or installed near the SRS cover in the

center of the steering wheel, the SRS cover above the glove compartment or the area affected by airbag deployment.

WARNING!

As its name implies, SRS is designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to - not a replacement for - the three-point belt system.
For maximum protection, wear seat belts at all times. Be aware that no system can prevent all possible injuries that
may occur in an accident.

When installing any optional equipment, make sure that the SRS system is not damaged. Do not attempt to service
any component of the SRS yourself. Attempting to do so may result in serious personal injury. If a problem arises,
take your car to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for inspection as soon as possible.

pg. 13 Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System)

NOTE: Deployment of SRS components occurs only one time during an accident. In a collision where deployment
occurs, the airbags and seat belt tensioners activate. Some noise occurs and a small amount of powder is released. The
release of the powder may appear as smoke-like matter. This is a normal characteristic and does not indicate fire.

NOTE: Volvo's dual-threshold, dual-stage airbags use special sensors that are integrated with the front seat buckles.
The point at which the airbag deploys is determined by whether or not the seat belt is being used, as well as the
severity of the collision. Collisions can occur where only one of the airbags deploys.

If the impact is less severe, but severe enough to present a clear injury risk, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at just
70% of their total capacity. If the impact is more severe, the dual-stage airbags are triggered at full capacity.

WARNING!

Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend
that occupants under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the
seat belt fastened. Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your
car. Other safety systems can also be damaged. The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are deployed can cause
skin and eye irritation in the event of prolonged exposure.

pg. 14 Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System)

WARNING!

Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and
children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger-side
airbag. See page 27 for guidelines.

Occupants in the front passenger's seat must never sit on the edge of the seat, sit leaning toward the instrument panel
or otherwise sit out of position. The occupant's back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the seat
back with the seat belt properly fastened.

Feet must be on the floor, e. g. not on the dash, seat or out of the window. No objects or accessory equipment, e. g.
dash covers, may be placed on, attached to, or installed near the SRS hatch (the area above the glove compartment)
or the area affected by airbag deployment (see illustration on page 12).

There should be no loose articles, e. g. coffee cups, on the floor, seat or dash area. Never try to open the SRS cover
on the steering wheel or the passenger side dash. This should only be done by an authorized Volvo service
technician.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants

Warning light in the instrument panel

A self-diagnostic system incorporated in the sensor monitors the SRS. This system does not, however, monitor the
Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags. If a fault is detected, the warning light will illuminate. The light is
included in the warning/indicator light cluster in the instrument panel. Normally, the SRS warning lamp should light
up when the ignition key is turned to positions I, II or III and should go out after 7 seconds or when the engine is
started. Check that this light is functioning properly every time the car is started.

The following items are monitored by the self-diagnostic system:

Sensor unit
Cable harness
Gas generator

WARNING!

If the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it comes on while you are driving, drive the car to
the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for inspection as soon as possible.

pg. 15 Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System)

NOTE: The information on this page does not pertain to the Side Impact Protection System airbags.
When are the airbags deployed?

The SRS system is designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or decelerations,
depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The SRS sensor is designed to react to both the
impact of the collision and the inertial forces generated by it and to determine if the intensity of the collision is
sufficient for the seat belt tensioners or airbags to be deployed. If the airbags have been deployed, we recommend the
following:

Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer. Never drive with the airbags deployed.
Have an authorized Volvo retailer replace the SRS system components.
Use only new, Genuine Volvo Parts when replacing SRS components (airbags, seat belts, tensioners, etc.).

When are the airbags NOT deployed?

Not all frontal collisions activate the SRS system. If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e. g., a snow drift or
bush), or a rigid, fixed object at a low speed, the SRS system will not necessarily deploy. Front airbags do not
normally deploy in a side impact collision, in a collision from the rear or in a rollover situation. The amount of
damage to the bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should have deployed or not.

Seat belts - the heart of the Volvo safety system

The heart of the Volvo safety system is the three-point seat belt (a Volvo invention)! In order for the SRS system to
provide the protection intended, seat belts must be worn at all times by everyone in the car. The SRS system is a

supplement to the seat belts.

WARNING!

Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your car. Other safety
systems can also be damaged. The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye
irritation in the event of prolonged exposure.

pg. 16 Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System)

WARNING!

If your car has been subjected to flood conditions (e. g. soaked carpeting/standing water on the floor of the vehicle)
or if your car has become flood-damaged in any way, do not attempt to start the vehicle or put the key in the ignition
before disconnecting the battery (see below). This may cause airbag deployment which could result in personal

injury. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer for repairs.

Automatic transmission:

Before attempting to tow the car, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear
selector to the neutral position.

Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes and disconnect the battery

Wait at least one minute

Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II

Press firmly on the brake pedal.

Move the gear selector from (P) ark to the (N) eutral position.

There is no maintenance to perform on the SRS yourself. The month and year shown on the decal on the door pillar
indicate when you should contact your Volvo retailer for specific servicing or replacement of airbags and seat belt
tensioners. This service must be performed by an authorized Volvo retailer.

Should you have any questions about the SRS system, please contact your authorized Volvo retailer or Volvo
Customer Support.:

In the USA:

Volvo Cars of North America
Customer Relations
P.O. Box 914
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
800-458-1552

In Canada:
Volvo Canada Ltd.
175 Gordon Baker Road
Willowdale, Ontario M2H 2N7
800-663-8255

pg. 17 Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System)

Front airbag (SRS) system

As an enhancement to the three-point seat belt system, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System
(SRS). The Volvo SRS consists of an airbag (2) on both the driver's and passenger's sides and seat belt tensioners in
both front door pillars. The system is designed to supplement the protection provided by the three-point seat belt
system. All three rear seat belts are also equipped with tensioners.

The SRS system is indicated by the "SRS" embossed on the steering wheel pad and above the glove compartment, and
by decals on both sun visors and on the front and far right side of the dash.

The airbags are folded and located in the steering wheel hub and above the glove compartment.

Deployment: The SRS airbags are designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or

decelerations, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The airbags may also deploy in
certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration occurs.

The airbag system includes gas generators (1) surrounded by the airbags (2) and front seat belt tensioners for both of
the front seats. To deploy the system, the sensor (3) activates the gas generators causing the airbags to be inflated with
nitrogen gas.

As the movement of the seats' occupants compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a controlled rate to
provide better cushioning. Both seat belt tensioners also deploy, minimizing any seat belt slack. The entire process,
including inflation and deflation of the airbags, takes approximately two-tenths of a second.

WARNING!

injury. Deployment occurs very quickly and with considerable force. During normal deployment and depending on
variables such as seating position, one may experience abrasions, bruises, swellings, or other injuries as a result of
airbag( s) deployment.

Never try to repair any part of the SRS or SIPS bag systems yourself. Any interference in the system could cause
malfunction and serious injury. All work on these systems should be performed by an authorized Volvo retailer.

pg. 18 Side airbags (SIPS airbags)

SIPS airbag (front seats only)

As an enhancement to the structural Side Impact Protection System built into your car, the car is also equipped with
Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags. The SIPS airbag system consists of airbag modules built into the sides
of both front seat backrests, wires and gas generators/sensor units (see illustration on next page).

The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase occupant protection in the event of certain side impact collisions.
The SIPS airbags are designed to deploy only during certain side-impact collisions, depending on the crash severity,
angle, speed and point of impact. The airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations.

NOTE: SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact. The airbags
are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations.

*A SIPS airbag warning decal is also located at the end of the instrument panel on the driver's side of the car.

WARNING!

the Side Impact Protection System and the three-point seat belt system. It is not designed to deploy during collisions
from the front or rear of the car or in rollover situations.

The use of seat covers on the front seats may impede SIPS airbag deployment.
No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to or installed near, the SIPS airbag system

or in the area affected by SIPS airbag deployment (see illustration in the center column above). Never try to open or
repair any components of the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by an authorized Volvo service
technician.

In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants should sit in an upright position
with the seat belt properly fastened.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the occupants of the vehicle in the event of an accident.

pg. 19 Side airbags (SIPS airbags)

The SIPS airbag system

This system consists of a gas generator (1), the side airbags (2), and electronic sensors/cables (3).

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Instruments and controls

pg. 29 Instruments and controls

Instrument panel 30
Indicator and warning symbols 31
Switches in the center console 37
Steering wheel adjustment 39
Lighting panel 40
Turn signals 41
Windshield wipers/washer 42
Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirror defroster, heated front seats 43
Trip computer (option) 44
Cruise control 45
Parking brake, electric socket/cigarette lighter 46
Electrically operated windows 47
Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors 49
Electrically operated sun roof 50

pg. 30 Instrument panel

1. Turn signal indicators - right - left

2. Text window

The text window displays information and warning messages.

3. Temperature gauge

The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge when driving. Do not drive the car if the warning light is
on. The text window will provide you with additional information. If the engine temperature remains high, check
coolant level - see page 171.

4. Trip odometer

The trip odometers are used for measuring shorter distances. The right-hand digit gives tenth of a mile/kilometer. Press
the button for more than 2 seconds to reset. Change between trip odometers 1 and 2 using one short press on the
button.

5. Odometer

6. Speedometer

7. Warning symbol

8. High beam indicator

9. Tachometer

Indicates engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not drive for long with the needle in the red
section. The engine has an built-in function preventing excessively high engine speeds. When this function operates,
you may discern some pulsation, which in that case is quite normal.

10. Gear and driving mode indicator

The currently selected driving mode is displayed here. If you use the optional Geartronic function on the automatic
transmission, the currently selected gear will be displayed.

11. Ambient temperature gauge

This display indicates the air temperature outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the text window is displayed
when the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36° F (- 5 - +2° C). Please note that this symbol does not indicate a fault
with your car.

At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient
temperature.

12. Clock/set button

Turn the button to set the clock.

13. Fuel gauge

The fuel tank holds approximately 18.5 US gals (70 liters) or 21.1 US gals (80 liters) on turbo models.
When a warning light in the gauge comes on, there are approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the

tank.

14. Indicator and warning symbols

pg. 31 Indicator and warning symbols

The indicator and warning symbols light up when you turn the ignition key to the driving position (position II) before
starting. This shows that the symbols are functioning. When the engine starts, all symbols go out. If the engine is not
started within 5 seconds, all symbols except CHECK ENGINE and go out. Certain symbols may not have their
functions illustrated, depending on the car's equipment. The symbol for the parking brake goes out when the parking
brake is released.

Warning symbol in center of dashboard

This symbol shines as a red or orange light depending on the severity of the discovered fault.

Red symbol - Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text window.
Orange symbol - Follow the instructions shown in the text window.

Anti-lock brake system ABS If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the

standard braking system will still function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection. See page

142 for additional information.

pg. 32 Indicator and warning symbols

BRAKE Brake failure warning light

If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the
reservoir. See page 172 for reservoir position and page 175 for instructions.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake system.

Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine.
Restart the engine.
If both warning lights go off, no further action is required.
If both lights are still on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid

level (see page 172 for the location of the brake fluid reservoir).

WARNING!

If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed
in the text window: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake system
inspected.

If the brake fluid level is above the MIN mark, drive carefully to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake

system inspected.

pg. 33 Indicator and warning symbols

Supplemental Restraint System SRS

If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault. Drive to
an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS section for more information.

Generator warning light

If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked.

PARK BRAKE Parking brake applied

This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the
front seats.

Canadian models are equipped with this symbol.

Rear fog light

This light indicates that the fog light is on.

Oil pressure warning light

If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level.
See page 172. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After hard
driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the
engine speed is increased.

CHECK ENGINE Malfunction indicator light
On-Board Diagnostic II (OBDII): As you drive, a computer called "OBDII" monitors your car's engine, transmission,

electrical and emission systems. The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that
potentially may need correcting. When this happens, please have your car checked by a Volvo retailer as soon as
possible.

A CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your car's behavior.
Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission cleanliness, and driveability. Extended driving
without correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

pg. 34 Indicator and warning symbols

Turn signal indicator - trailer (certain models)

If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not
flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor the car's turn signals are functioning.

Seat belt reminder

This symbol lights up to indicate that the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.

pg. 35 Indicator and warning symbols

Cars equipped with STC or DSTC (option) Cars equipped with STC or DSTC have a switch in the center console
marked STC or DSTC. See pages 37, 38.

If the indicator light flashes, it indicates that the STC or DSTC system is working.

The indicator light stays on when the STC or DSTC system has been switched off with the appropriate button in the
center console.

Fault in the STC or DSTC system

If the indicator light remains on, there is a fault in one of the systems.

Stop the car in a safe place and switch off the engine. Restart the engine.
If the indicator light goes off, no further action is necessary.
If the indicator light remains on, drive to an authorized Volvo retailer to have the system inspected.

pg. 36 Indicator and warning symbols

Messages in the text window

When a warning light in the instrument panel comes on, a message is also displayed in the text window. After you
have read the message, you can erase it by pressing button A (see illustration).

NOTE: Certain messages cannot be erased until the condition has been corrected. If a warning message is displayed
when e. g. you are using the trip computer or would like to use the telephone, this message must be erased before you
can access the function of your choice. Press button A to erase the warning message.

You can scroll through the stored messages by pressing button A (see illustration). The text window can be cleared
(the message will be returned to memory) by pressing button A again.

Message Meaning:

STOP
SAFELY

STOP
ENGINE

SERVICE
URGENT

SEE
MANUAL

SERVICE
REQUIRED

FIX NEXT
SERVICE

TIME FOR
REGULAR
SERVICE

Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of damage.

Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of damage.

Take your car to an authorized Volvo retailer for inspection as soon as possible.

Refer to your owner's manual. For additional information, please contact your Volvo retailer.
Take your car to an authorized Volvo retailer for inspection at your convenience (but preferably before

the next scheduled maintenance service).
Have the system affected inspected at the next scheduled maintenance service.
This light will come on at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals, after 750 hours of driving or after 12

months, whichever occurs first, to remind the driver that the service interval has been exceeded. The
light will stay on for 2 minutes after start until reset by the servicing retailer.

pg. 37 Switches in the center console

1. Folding head restraints (option)

This button is used to fold down the outboard rear head restraints. The ignition key must be in position I or II or the
engine must be running.

NOTE: If the head restraints have been folded down, they must be returned to their original position manually. The
head restraints should be in the upright position before the rear seat backrests are folded down.

WARNING!

For safety reasons, no one should be allowed to sit in the outboard rear seat positions if the head restraints are folded
down. If these positions are occupied, the head restraints should be in the upright (fixed) position.

2. Valet lock (trunk lock)

Pressing this switch locks the trunk, even if the doors are unlocked. The trunk will remain locked even if the doors are
locked/unlocked using the master key or the remote control.
To use this function:

Turn the master key to position II.
Press the "Valet lock" button. An LED in the button will light up and "VALET LOCK ON" will be displayed on the

text window to indicate that this function is activated.

The function can be turned off (deactivated) by turning the ignition key to position II and pressing the "Valet lock"

button again (the LED in the button will go out and "VALET LOCK OFF" will be displayed in the text window).

3. Not in use

4. Stability Traction Control system (option)
NOTE: Press this switch for at least half a second to turn the STC system on or off. An LED in the switch will light

up to indicate that the system is on. See page 143 for more information on STC. This system should be switched off if
you, for any reason, temporarily have to drive with tires of different dimensions (e. g., spare tire).

NOTE: To help reduce the risk that this system is turned off inadvertently, the switch must be held in for at least half
a second to turn STC off. The warning symbol in the instrument panel will light up to indicate that STC is OFF.

pg. 38 Switches in the center console

Dynamic Stability Traction Control system (option)

This button is used to switch DSTC off. When the LED in the button is ON, this indicates that the system is ON (the
light will also come on if a fault has been detected in the system).

NOTE: To avoid inadvertently switching the system off, the button must be pressed for at least half a second before
DSTC is deactivated. The text "DSTC off" will be displayed briefly in the text window. The warning symbol will come
on to indicate that DSTC has been switched off. The system is automatically switched on when the engine is started.
DSTC should be switched off if the steering wheel position or the front wheels are not properly aligned. See

page 144 for more information on

WARNING!

Please be aware that the car's handling characteristics may be affected if Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC)
is switched off.

5. Not in Use

6. Temporarily disconnecting the alarm sensors (option)

See page 126

7. Not in use

8. 12 volt socket

This 12 volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The ignition key must be
in position 1 (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.

NOTE: The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retailer.

for more details.

pg. 39 Steering wheel adjustment

Both the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position for the driver. Pull down
the lever on the left of the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable position and press the lever back
into place to lock the steering wheel in the new position. Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position.

WARNING!

Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.

pg. 40 Lighting panel

A - Headlights and parking lights

All lighting off.

Models with daytime running lights:

Low beam headlights will automatically come on if the ignition key is in position II. Front and rear parking lights and

license plate lights will also be on. Volvo recommends the use of daytime running lights. If, however, you would
prefer to have these lights turned off (USA only), please consult your Volvo retailer. Please note that the use of
daytime running lights is mandatory in Canada.

Parking lights on. The parking lights should be switched off when you leave the car to help avoid battery

drain.

Headlights, parking lights, license plate lights and instrument panel illumination are on if the ignition key is in

position II.
If the headlight switch is in this position, all lights will go out when the ignition is switched off.
The headlight switch must be in this position before the high beams will function.
Switch from high to low beams and vice versa by pulling the turn signal switch lever on the left side of steering

column toward you.

B - Instrument lighting

Move the thumb wheel up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness. There is also an instrument panel
illumination sensor (see illustration on page 56) which automatically adjusts the level of illumination.

The symbols have maximum illumination in daylight (only the background lighting can be adjusted). At night, both the
symbol light and background lighting can be adjusted.

C - Unlocking the fuel filler door

Press this button when the car is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will
remain unlocked until the car is driven again at a speed of over approximately 5 mph (8 km/h). An audible click will
be heard when the fuel filler door relocks.

D - Front fog lights *

The front fog lights will function only in combination with the low beam headlights.
An LED in the switch indicates when the front fog lights are on.

E - Rear fog light*

The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when conditions such as
fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft (150 meters).

An LED in the switch indicates when the rear fog light is on.
The rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights. By design, there is one rear fog

light only, located in the driver's side tail light cluster.
* Standard on T5/accessory on the other models.

These lights will be automatically switched off the next time the car is started.

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Climate control

pg. 53 Climate control

Climate control systems - general information 54
Air distribution 55
Electronic climate control, ECC (2.4T and T5) 56
Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/C) 60

pg. 54 Climate control systems - general information

Condensation on the inside of the windows

Keeping the insides of the windows clean will help reduce the amount of condensation that forms on the windows. Use
a commercial window cleaning agent to clean the windows.

Ice and snow

Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of snow.

Cabin air filter

Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. The filter should be replaced more often
when driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should always be replaced
with a new one.

Sensors

The sunlight sensor on the dashboard and passenger compartment temperature sensor in the ECC control panel should
not be covered in any way as this could cause incorrect information to be sent to the ECC system.

Parking the car in warm weather

If your car has been parked in the sun in warm weather, opening the windows and sun roof (option) for several
minutes before driving will help release the warm air from the passenger compartment. When the engine is running,
close the windows and sun roof and use the recirculation function for several minutes to enable the air conditioning to
cool the compartment as quickly as possible.

Windows and optional sun roof

The optional ECC system (2.4T and T5 models only) will function best if the windows and optional sun roof are
closed. If you drive with the sun roof open, we recommend that you manually adjust the temperature and blower
control (the LED in the AUTO switch should be off).

Acceleration

The air conditioning is momentarily disengaged during full-throttle acceleration.

Climate control maintenance

All maintenance on the climate control systems should be carried out by an authorized Volvo service technician only.

Refrigerant

Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a.

This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 2.2 lbs (1000 g) R134a and uses PAG oil.

Passenger compartment blower

Approximately 50 minutes after the ignition is turned off, the blower may come on automatically, and run for seven
minutes, to remove condensation in the A/C evaporator.

pg. 55 Air distribution

Air distribution

The incoming air is distributed through 14 ventilation points in the passenger compartment.

Air vents in the dash

A Open
B Closed
C Horizontal air flow
D Vertical air flow

Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to defrost.
In cold weather, close the air vents in the center of the dash to direct as much air as possible toward the windows.

Air vents in the door pillars (certain models)

A Open
B Closed
C Horizontal air flow

D Vertical air flow

Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to defrost.
In cold weather, close the air vents in the center of the dash to direct as much air as possible toward the windows.

pg. 56 Electronic climate control, ECC (2.4T and T5)

pg. 57 Electronic climate control, ECC (2.4T and T5)

AUTO
This function automatically regulates the Electronic Climate Control system so that the selected temperatures
are maintained. The blower, heating, air distribution (air flow) and air conditioning are controlled. If you prefer

to manually set any of these functions, the remaining functions will still be controlled automatically. Pressing the
AUTO button overrides any settings that were previously made manually.

Rear window and sideview mirror defrosters

This function defrosts/ de-ices the rear window and sideview mirrors. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate
that the heating function is engaged. See page 43 for additional information on this function.

Never use ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface.

Temperature

These controls are used to individually set the temperature for both sides of the passenger compartment.
Please note that the compartment will not be heated or cooled faster by setting the temperature higher or lower than

necessary.

Set the control to the temperature you prefer.

Defroster

This function defrosts/ de-ices the windshield and front side windows. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate
that the defrost function is engaged. Blower speed increases automatically and the air in the passenger compartment is
dehumidified. Recirculation will not function while defrost is engaged.

Blower control

Turn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the blower speed. Pressing the AUTO switch
will automatically regulate blower speed and override manual adjustment.

NOTE: Turning the blower control counter-clockwise until an orange LED comes on will turn both the blower and
the air conditioning off.

pg. 58 Electronic climate control, ECC (2.4T and T5)

Air distribution

Press AUTO to automatically regulate air flow or press any combination of the controls shown in the illustration to
manually adjust air flow. An LED in the switch will light up if an air flow control has been pressed.

Heated front seats (option)

Press the switch once for maximum seat heating. Both LEDs in the switch will be lit.
Press the switch a second time for comfort heating. One LED in the switch will be lit.
Press the switch a third time to turn the heating off completely. The LED will go off. The seat heating for the

passenger seat should be switched off when the seat is not occupied.

A/C - ON/OFF

Press the switch to turn the air conditioning on or off. The "ON" or "OFF" LED will light up to indicate if the system
is switched on or off. Other functions will still be regulated automatically (if the AUTO switch is on).

The air conditioning functions only at temperatures above 32° F (0° C).

While the Defroster function is selected, the air conditioning is temporarily activated to dehumidify the air, even if

you have manually switched the air conditioning off. This will only function if the blower is not switched off.

Recirculation

Press this switch to engage the recirculation function (air in the passenger compartment recirculates - no fresh air
enters the compartment). The LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the function is engaged.

Use this function if the outside air is contaminated with exhaust gases, smoke, etc or to heat/cool the car quickly.
Recirculation should not be used for more than 15 minutes. If your windows begin to fog or mist, make sure that

the recirculation function is switched off.

Selecting Defroster automatically switches recirculation off.

Timer mode activation: (cars with the Interior Air Quality system have no timer mode) Press and hold the
recirculation button for at least 3 seconds to activate a recirculation timer mode. The amber LED in the recirculation
button will flash 5 times to show that the timer mode is be activated. In timer mode, each time the recirculation button
is pressed, the climate control system will recirculate the air in the passenger compartment for 5-12 minutes,
depending on the outside air temperature, and then revert back to fresh air.

Timer mode deactivation: Press and hold the recirculation button for 3 seconds. The amber LED in the recirculation
button will illuminate steadily for 5 seconds to show a return to "normal" mode.

In normal mode, when the recirculation button is pressed, the climate control system will recirculate the air in the
passenger compartment until the recirculation button is pressed again.

Timer mode memory: If the car is turned off while timer mode is active, timer mode will still be active when the car
is restarted.

pg. 59 Electronic climate control, ECC (2.4T and T5)

Interior air quality sensor (option on 2.4T and T5)

Some cars are equipped with a multifilter and air quality sensor. The filter separates gases and particles, thereby
reducing the amounts of odors and contaminants entering the car. The air quality sensor detects increased levels of
contaminants in the outside air. When the air quality sensor detects contaminated outside air, the air intake closes and
the air inside the passenger compartment is recirculated, i. e. no outside air enters the car. The filter also cleans

recirculated passenger compartment air. When the ECC system is in the AUTO mode, the green LED will be on
.

Operation

Press

Or:

Select one of the following three functions by pressing .1, 2 or 3 times.

to operate the air quality sensor (normal setting).

1. The AUT LED lights. The air quality sensor is now activated.

2. No LED lights. Recirculation is not activated unless needed to cool the passenger compartment in a warm climate.

3. The MAN LED lights. Recirculation is now activated.
Keep in mind the following:

Make it a rule to have the air quality sensor activated at all times.
Recirculation is limited in cold climates to avoid fogging.
If window fogging occurs, you should deactivate the air quality sensor.
If fogging occurs, use the defroster functions for the windshield, side windows and rear window. See page 57.
The filter should be changed at the intervals recommended in the service schedule. However, if the car is used in a

severely contaminated environment, it may be necessary to change the filter more frequently.

pg. 60 Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/C)

pg. 61 Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/C)

A/C - ON/OFF

The air conditioning function is engaged by pressing ON and disengaged by pressing OFF.

When you select Defroster

Blower

Blower speed can be increased or decreased by turning the knob. If the knob is set to 0, the air conditioning function is
automatically disengaged.

, the air conditioning is automatically engaged if the fan is not set to position 0.

Temperature

Turn the control to set the temperature for the driver's and passenger's sides of the car. For cooler air, the air
conditioning function must be engaged.

Rear window and sideview mirror defrosters

This function defrosts/ de-ices the rear window and sideview mirrors. The LED in the switch will light up to indicate
that the heating function is engaged. See page 43 for additional information on this function.

Never use ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface.

Heated front seats (option)

Press the switch once for maximum seat heating. Both LEDs in the switch will be lit.
Press the switch a second time for comfort heating. One LED in the switch will be lit.
Press the switch a third time to turn the heating off completely. The LED will go off.

The seat heating for the passenger seat should be switched off when the seat is not occupied.

pg. 62 Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/C)

Recirculation

Recirculation can be used to shut out stale air, exhaust, etc. from the passenger compartment. The air in the passenger
compartment is then recirculated, i. e. no air from outside the car is taken into the car when this function is activated.
Recirculation (together with the air conditioning system) cools the passenger compartment more quickly in warm
weather.

If you allow the air in the car to recirculate, there is a risk of icing and fogging, especially in winter. The timer function
minimizes the risk of ice, misting and stale air.

Activate the timer function as follows:

Press for more than 3 seconds. The LED flashes for 5 seconds. The air recirculates in the car for 3-12 minutes

depending on the outside temperature.

The timer function is activated each time you press . To switch off the timer function:
Press again for more than 3 seconds. The LED lights for 5 seconds to confirm your selection. Recirculation is

always disconnected when you select

Defroster.

Air distribution

Use the air distribution control positions (marked with dots) between the different symbols to fine-tune air distribution
for maximum comfort.

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