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Volvo S90 1997, V90 1997 Owner Manual

1997 Volvo S90

S90 & V90 Models
VOLVO
S90 V90
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VOLVO
This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo
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.
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Volvo and the environment
Volvo is committed to the well being of our 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.
In use, 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 for all models back to the M/ Y 1975 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 the 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 indication 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:
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● 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
Contents
Important
Before you operate your car for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the BREAK-IN information on page 54. You should also be familiar with the information in the first three chapters of this book.
Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be studied after operating the vehicle for the first time. This manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. It should thus be kept in the car for ready access.
Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating the 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 or other countries.
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design, without notice and without incurring obligation.
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Chapter 1 - Occupant safety
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Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls
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Chapter 3 - Body and interior
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Chapter 4 - Starting and driving
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Chapter 5 - Wheels and tires
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Chapter 6 - In case of an emergency
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Chapter 7 - Car care
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Chapter 8 - Volvo Service
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Chapter 9 - Specifications
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Chapter 10 - Audio systems
© 1996 Volvo Cars of North America, Inc.
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Chapter 1 - Occupant safety
pg. 1 Occupant safety
Despite our strongest recommendations, and your best intentions, 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 adult 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. Fact: In every state and province, some type of child-restraint legislation has been passed. 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".
Occupant safety
pg. 2
Seat belts
pg. 4
Volvo SRS
pg. 8
SIPS air bag
pg. 9
Child safety
pg. 13
Occupant safety
pg. 13
Reporting Safety Defects
pg. 2 Seat belts
Seat belts
Always fasten the seat belts before you drive or ride. Two lights above the rear view mirror will be illuminated for 4-8 seconds after the starting (ignition) key is turned to the driving position. A chime will sound at the same time if the driver has not fastened his seat belt. The rear seats are provided with self-retracting inertia reel belts. The front seats are provided with single roller belts with tensioners.
To buckle:
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Pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle (buckle for rear seats) until a distinct snapping sound 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.
NOTE : Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage.
WARNING! 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.
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Spool-out
To make child seat installation easier, each seat belt buckle (except for the driver's belt) is equipped with a locking mechanism to help keep the lap section of the seat belt taut. Please refer to page 11 for more information on this function.
WARNING! 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. 3 Seat belts (cont.)
Center head restraint
The center head restraint can be adjusted according to the passenger's height. The restraint should be carefully adjusted to support the occupant's head. The head restraint can be raised by pulling straight up or lowered by grasping the restraint, pulling it slightly forward and pushing down.
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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! 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 event of accident. As the seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be replaced after any collision, even though they may appear to be undamaged. Never repair the belt on your own; have this done by an authorized Volvo retailer only.
NOTE: Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage.
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pg. 4 Volvo SRS
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 airbags (2) and knee bolsters (5) on both the driver's and passenger's sides and seat belt tensioners in both front door pillars (4). The system is designed to supplement the protection provided by the three-point seat belt system.
The SRS system is indicated by the "SRS" embossed on the steering wheel pad and above the glove compartment, the knee bolsters beneath the steering column and the glove compartment and decals on both sun visors and on the far right side of the dash.
The airbags are folded and located in the center of the steering wheel and above the glove compartment. They are designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or decelerations, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. Both airbags and seat belt tensioners will deploy, even if the passenger seat is not occupied.
WARNING! As its name implies, SRS is designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to - not a replacement for - the three­point 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.
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The airbag system includes gas generators (1) surrounded by the airbags (2) and front seat belt tensioners for both of the front seats (4). 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! 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. 5 Volvo SRS (cont.)
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A self-diagnostic system incorporated in the sensor monitors the SRS. This system does not, however, monitor the SIPS airbags. If a fault is detected, the "SRS" 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 is switched on and should go out after 10 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 all the self-diagnostic system:
● Sensor unit
● Cable harness
● Gas generator ignitors
WARNING! Never drive an SRS equipped car with your hands on the steering wheel pad/airbag housing. 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 the airbag deployment. 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.
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There is no maintenance to perform on the SRS yourself. The only periodic maintenance recommended on the SRS is that the air bag modules and front seat belts (including tensioners) should be replaced approximately every ten years and that the other components in the system (wiring, connectors, etc.) should also be inspected at this time. The SRS decal on your car shows the month and year servicing is due. 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.
pg. 6 Volvo SRS (cont.)
SRS texts at far right on instrument panel
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CAUTION TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY: FOR MAXIMUM SAFETY PROTECTION IN ALL TYPES OF CRASHES, YOU MUST ALWAYS WEAR YOU SAFETY BELT. DO NOT INSTALL REARWARD-FACING CHILD SEATS IN ANY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT POSITION. DO NOT SIT OR LEAN UNNECESSARILY CLOSE TO THE AIR BAG. DO NOT PLACE ANY OBJECTS OVER THE AIR BAG OR BETWEEN THE AIR BAG AND YOURSELF. SEE THE OWNER'S MANUAL FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND EXPLANATIONS. VOLVO
SRS texts on inside of both sun visors
SRS texts on outside of both sun visors
WARNING! Do not use child safety seats or child boosters 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.
NOTE: Deployment of SRS components occurs only one time during an accident. In a collision where deployment occurs, the air bags 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.
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WARNING!
● Children must never be allowed to stand in front of the passenger seat.
● 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 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 air bag deployment (see illustration).
● 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 SRS hatch. This should
only be done by an authorized Volvo service technician.
● Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants in an accident.
pg. 7 Volvo SRS (cont.)
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 in 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 airbags to be deployed.
WARNING! The SRS is designed to help prevent serious 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.
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.).
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When are the airbags NOT deployed?
Not all frontal collisions activate the SRS system. If the collision involves a non-rigid object (e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixed object at a low speed, the SRS system will not necessarily deploy. 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! 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 only: Before attempting to tow the car, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear selector to the neutral position.
● Disconnect the battery
● Wait at least one minute
● Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position 1
● Press firmly on the shiftlock override button (located near the base of the gear selector).
● While holding the override button down, move the gear selector from the park position.
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. 8 Volvo Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbag
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SIPS airbag decal *
SIPS airbag (front seats only)
As an enhancement to the structural Side Impact Protection System built into your car, your 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 (1), cables (2) from these modules to the mechanical sensor units (3) and gas generators (4). 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.
* A SIPS airbag warning decal is also located at the end of the instrument panel on the driver's side of the car.
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WARNING!
● The SIPS airbag system is a supplement to 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.
● Only Volvo approved seat covers may be used. The use of non-approved aftermarket seat covers
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 to the right above).
● Never try to open or repair any components of the SIPS airbag system. This should only be done by
an authorized Volvo service technician.
● For best protection from the SIPS airbag system, both front seat occupants should sit in an upright
position with the seat belt properly fastened.
1 - Airbag, 2 - cable, 3 - sensor unit, 4 - gas generator
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.
● 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. This may cause airbag deployment which could result in personal injury. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer for repairs.
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pg. 9 Child safety
Child Restraint Anchorages
Volvo cars are fitted with Child Restraint Top Tether Anchorages in the rear seat. There are three anchorages under the rear section of the car's rear window shelf on sedans and on the back rest on wagons. The backrest on wagons must be folded down slightly to reach the anchorages. When the car is delivered, the holes for these anchorages are covered by plastic covers. In cars designated for Canada, one top tether anchorage set will be in the glove box.
The top tether anchorage set includes the top tether anchorage plate, an 5/16" UNC bolt and a plastic trim cover. If another set is needed, consult your Volvo retailer.
Installing the top tether
Remove the plastic cover on the anchorage point you want to use. This can be done with a suitable coin. The cover is removed counter-clockwise. Refer to the child seat manufacturer's instructions for securing the seat.
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WARNING! Child Restraint Anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted Child Restraints. Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. The anchorages are not able to withstand excessive forces on them in the event of collision if full harness seat belts or adult seat belts are installed to them. An adult who uses a belt anchored in a Child Restraint Anchorage runs a great risk of suffering severe injuries should a collision occur. Do not install rear speakers which would require the removal of the top tether anchors or interfere with the proper use of the top tether strap.
pg. 10 Child safety (cont.)
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Integrated booster cushion (optional)
Volvo's own integrated booster cushion has been specially designed to help safeguard a child seated in the center position of the rear seat. When using the integrated booster cushion, the child must be secured with the vehicle's three-point seat belt. The booster cushion is approved for children weighing between
22.7 and 36 kg (50 and 80 lbs) and between 117 and 137 cm (46 and 54 in ) in height. It is not intended for children under 3 years of age.
Sedans/Wagons
With the child properly seated on the booster cushion (see illustration), adjust the head restraint to support the child's head (see page 3). The hip section of the three-point seat belt must fit snugly across the child's hips, not across the stomach. The shoulder section of the three-point seat belt should be positioned across the chest and shoulder (see illustration). The shoulder belt must never be placed behind the child's back or under the arm.
To fold down the booster cushion:
● Pull the upper edge of the cushion down
● Fold up the backrest
To fold up the booster cushion:
● Fold down the booster cushion backrest
● Fold up the entire booster cushion unit
WARNING! Failure to follow the instructions on this page will increase the risk of your child being injured during a sudden stop or collision. In the event of a collision while the integrated booster cushion was occupied, the entire booster cushion and center seat belt must be replaced. The booster cushion should also be replaced if it is badly worn or damaged in any way. This work should be performed by an authorized Volvo retailer only. The booster cushion should be cleaned while in place in the vehicle if possible. If not, please consult your Volvo retailer.
pg. 11 Child safety (cont.)
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Auxiliary seat (optional)
If all the seats are occupied, a rear-facing auxiliary seat in the cargo area of the wagon models can be used. This seat is designed for two children, each weighing between 23 - 40 kg (50 - 88 lbs.) and up to 150 cm (59 inches) in height.
WARNING! Both rear seat backrests must be up when the auxiliary seat is being used. Do not use a booster cushion or child seat in conjunction with the auxiliary seat.
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Keeping child seats in place (spool-out)
To make child restraint installation easier, each seat belt buckle (except for the driver's belt) is equipped with a locking mechanism to help keep the lap section of the seat belt taut. When attaching the seat belt to a child restraint:
● Make sure the red lock button is moved to the right (see illustration A). A coin, etc. can be used to
move the button.
● Attach the seat belt to the child restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions.
● Pull the lap section of the seat belt taut.
The lap section of the seat belt cannot be loosened as long as the red lock button is in the right position. The lap section of the seat belt can be adjusted when the lock button is in the left position (see illustration B).
NOTE: Before exiting the car, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide the belt back into the retractor slot. When not in use, the child restraint should be secured with the seat belt to help prevent movement during a sudden stop.
WARNING! 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.
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Important
Why Volvo believes no child should sit in the front seat of a car. It's quite simple really. A front air bag is a very powerful device designed, by law, to help protect an adult. Because of the size of the air bag and its speed of inflation, a child should never be placed in the front seat, even if he or she is properly belted or strapped into a child safety seat. Volvo has been an innovator in safety for over fifty years, and we'll continue to do our part. But we need your help. Please remember to put your children in the back seat, and buckle them up. Drive safely!
pg. 12 Child safety (cont.)
Child safety
Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint systems for all occupants including children. Remember that, regardless of age and size, a child should always be properly restrained in a car. Restraint systems for children are designed to be secured in the vehicle by lap belts or the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Such child restraint systems can help protect children in cars in the event of an accident only if they are used properly. However, children could be endangered in a crash if the child restraints are not properly secured in the vehicle. Failure to follow the installation instructions for your child restraint can result in your child striking the vehicle's interior in a sudden stop.
Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable substitute for a child restraint system. In an accident, a child held in a person's arms can be crushed between the vehicle's interior and an unrestrained person. The child could also be injured by striking the interior, or by being ejected from the vehicle during a sudden maneuver or impact. The same can also happen if the infant or child rides unrestrained on the seat. Other occupants should also be properly restrained to help reduce the chance of injuring or increasing the injury of a child. All states and provinces have legislation governing how and where children should be carried in a car. Find out the regulations existing in your state or province. Recent accident statistics have shown that children are safer in rear seating positions than front seating positions when properly restrained. A child restraint system can help protect a child in a vehicle. Here's what to look for when selecting a child restraint system:
● It should have a label certifying that it meets applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS 213-80) - or in Canada, CMVSS 213.
● Make sure the child restraint system is approved for the child's height, weight and development - the
label required by the standard or regulation, or instructions for infant restraints, typically provide this information.
● In using any child restraint system, we urge you to look carefully over the instructions that are
provided with the restraint. Be sure you understand them and can use the device properly and safely in
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this vehicle. A misused child restraint system can result in increased injuries for both the infant or child and other occupants in the vehicle.
● If your child restraint requires a top tether strap, consult your authorized Volvo retailer for top tether
anchorage and installation information.
When a child has outgrown the child safety seat, you should use the rear seat with the standard seat belt fastened. The best way to help protect the child here is to place the child on a cushion (not available in Canada) so that the seat belt is properly located on the hips (see page 10). A specially designed and tested booster cushion for children between 22.7 - 36 kg (50 - 80 lbs) and 117 ­137 cm (46 - 54") can be obtained from your Volvo retailer. If necessary, an auxiliary seat for children is available for use in the luggage compartment of station wagon models. This seat is designed for two children, each weighing between 23 - 40 kg (50 - 88 lbs.) and up to 150 cm (59 inches) in height.
WARNING!
● When using the auxiliary seat for children, both sections of the rear seat backrest must be secured in
the upright position
● Do not use a booster cushion or child seat in conjunction with the auxiliary seat.
pg. 13 Occupant safety
Seat belt maintenance
Check periodically that the anchor bolts are secure and that the belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanism function as follows: Attach the seat belt and pull rapidly on the strap.
Volvo Concern for Safety
Safety is the cornerstone for Volvo. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the production line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact zones were designed into Volvo cars long before it was fashionable or required by government regulation. We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safety features and to refine those already in our cars. You can help. We would appreciate hearing your suggestions about improving automobile safety. We also want to know if you ever have a safety concern
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with your car. Call us in the U.S. at: 800-458-1552 or in Canada at: 800-663-8255.
Occupant safety
How safely you drive doesn't depend on how old you are but rather on:
● how well you see
● your ability to concentrate
● how quickly you make decisions under stress to avoid an accident.
The tips listed below are suggestions to help you cope with the ever changing traffic environment.
● Never drink and drive.
● If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving
abilities.
● Take a driver-retraining course
● Have your eyes checked regularly
● Keep your windshield and headlamps clean.
● Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks.
● Take into account the traffic, road, and water conditions, particularly with regard to stopping distance.
Reporting Safety Defects in the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of North America. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Volvo Cars of North America. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800-424-9393 (or 366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHSTA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.
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Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls
pg. 14 Instruments, switches and controls
pg. 15 Instruments, switches and controls (cont.)
Shiftlock
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. If it is necessary to manually override the Shiftlock system:
● Turn the starting (ignition) key to position I
● Press firmly on the OVERRIDE" button located near the base of the gear selector.
● While holding the override button down, move the gear selector from the (P)ark position.
Keylock
This means that when you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the starting (ignition) 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 is started and at 4 mph (6km/h). The driver may detect one pulsation of the brake pedal and a sound will be audible from the ABS control module. This is normal.
The pages in this section provide detailed descriptions of the vehicle's instruments and controls. Note that vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements.
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Some of the items below are available on certain models only.
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1 Air vent
pg. 20
2 Headlights, parking lights
pg. 22
3 Rear fog light
pg. 22
4 Front fog lights
- 5 Space for additional equipment
pg. 22
6 Power antenna (sedans only)
pg. 15-17
7 Instruments
pg. 23, pg. 49
8 Electrically operated sun roof
pg. 23
9 Heated rear window/side door mirrors
pg. 23
10 Hazard warning flasher
pg. 23
11 Central lock switch
pg. 25
12 Air vents
pg. 25-27
13 Heating and ventilation
pg. 6
14 Passenger's side SRS (air bag)
pg. 131
15 Audio system
pg. 29
16 Controls for electrically operated windows
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and side-view mirrors
pg. 22
17 Instrument illumination
pg. 39
18 Hood-release handle
pg. 20
19 Turn signals, high/low beams
pg. 24
cruise control
pg. 22
20 Adjustable steering wheel
pg. 4
21 SRS (air bag)/Horn
pg. 21
22 Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock
pg. 21
23 Windshield wiper/washer
pg. 23
Tailgate wiper/washer (wagons)
pg. 30
24 Cigarette lighter
pg. 59
25 Transmission mode selector buttons
pg. 58
26 Gear selector
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27 Ash tray
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28 Shiftlock release (override) button
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29 Parking brake
pg. 28
30 Electrically-heated front seats (certain models)
pg. 16 Instruments
NOTE: Canadian model speedometers/odometers indicate kilometers only.
1 Ambient temperature indicator (certain models)
Indicates the temperature slightly above the surface of the road. An amber warning lamp lights up when the temperature is in the range of 23-36° F (-5 - + 2° C). At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient temperature due to heat generated by the engine.
2 Fuel gauge
The total fuel tank capacity is approx. 21.1 US gal. (80 liters). The "usable" capacity is 20.3 US gal. (77 liters). When the warning light comes on, there are approximately 1.6 US gal. (6 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank. See "Refueling" for further information.
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3 Quartz crystal clock/clock set button
Press the button and turn to set the clock.
4 Speedometer
5 Odometer
6 Trip odometer/reset button
Used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer.
7 Tachometer
Reads thousands of engine rpm. Engine should not be operated in red range.
8 Temperature gauge
Do not drive the car with the pointer in the red range. The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge face when driving. If the pointer approaches the red range repeatedly, check coolant level. See page 118.
WARNING! Allow engine to cool before adding coolant.
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pg. 17 Indicator and warning lights
1 Turn signal, left 2 Turn signal , right 3 Malfunction indicator lamp 4 Direction indicator, trailer 5 Service reminder indicator 6 Low washer fluid level If the lamp glows continuously when the engine is running, there is only about 1/2 - 1 US qts. remaining in the washer fluid reservoir. 7 Rear fog light 8 Bulb failure 9 Generator not charging 10 Low engine oil pressure 11 High beams 12 Brake failure 13 Parking brake applied 14 ABS-system 15 Low coolant level 16 (Not in use) 17 "Winter" mode engaged/transmission fault 18 Fasten seat belts 19 SRS 20 (Not in use) 21 (Not in use)
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