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This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo.

Welcome to the worldwide 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

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800-458-1552 We also invite you to visit our Home Page on the Internet at:

http://www.volvocars.com

Contents

Chapter 1 - Occupant safety Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls Chapter 3 - Body and interior Chapter 4 - Starting and driving Chapter 5 - Wheels and tires Chapter 6 - In case of an emergency Chapter 7 - Car care Chapter 8 - Volvo Service Chapter 9 - Specifications Chapter 10 - Audio systems Index

General information

Important

Before you operate your car for the first time please familiarize yourself with the engine oil consumption information and refueling recommendations on pages 58 and 59. You should also be

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familiar with the information in the first three chapters 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 and that 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.

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 of the gear slector knob 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 "SHIFTLOCK OVERRIDE" button located at the base of the gear selector

· While holding the override button down, press the button on the front of the gear selector

· Move the selector from the (P)ark position.

Keylock

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

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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

When you lock the doors, the fuel filler door also locks, with a delay of 10 minutes. When all doors are unlocked, the fuel filler door is also unlocked. Your key, keyless remote, and the door lock button on the dashboard will all unlock the fuel filler door. To open the unlocked fuel filler door, press at the forward edge of the door. See pages 39 for information about locking and unlocking features.

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 as far back as 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

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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

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Chapter 1 - Occupant safety

pg. 1 Occupant safety

Occupant safety

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. Volvo also believes no child should sit in the front seat of a car

and that no one under 4 feet 7 inches should ride as a passenger in the front seat of any vehicle equipped with a passenger side airbag.

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".

Seat belts 2

Volvo SRS 4

Side Impact Protection System - (SIPS) air bag 8

Child safety 9

Occupant safety 14

Reporting Safety Defects 14

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Seat belts

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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 inertial

reel belts. The front seats are provided with single roller belts with tensioners.

To buckle:

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).

· The shoulder section of the front seat >belts adjusts automatically to the driver's height.

Adjusting the shoulder belt

Lap portion of the seat belt should sit low

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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.

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, Head restraints

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.

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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 the event of an accident. As the 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.

Rear head restraints

The rear head restraints 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 pressing the catch (1) at the base of the left head restraint support and pushing down.

pg. 4 Volvo SRS

Passenger side SRS hatch

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 (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, and by decals on both sun visors and on the far right side of the dash.

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

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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 (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!

· 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. 5 Volvo SRS

A self-diagnostic system incorporated into the sensor monitors the SRS. 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 5 seconds or when the engine is started. Check that this light is functioning properly every time the car is started.

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

· Sensor unit

· Cable harness

· Gas generator igniters

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 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.

SRS decal on door pillar driver's side

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 seatbelt 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

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pg. 6 Volvo SRS

SRS texts on inside of both sun visors

SRS texts on outside of both sun visors

SRS texts on the passenger's dash

SRS text at far right of instrument panel

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.

NOTE: NOTE: Volvo's dual-threshold air bags use special sensors that are integrated with the front seat buckles. The point at which the air bag 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.

WARNING!

· Children must never be allowed in the front passenger 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 11 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).

· 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 seam. 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.

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pg. 7 Volvo SRS

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 frontangular 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 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.).

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 threepoint 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.

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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 flooddamaged 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.

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.

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pg. 8 Volvo Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbag

SIPS airbag

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 (1), wires (2) from these modules to the electronic sensor units (3).

The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase front seat occupant protection in the event of certain side impact collisions. The SIPS airbags are designed to deploy only during certain sideimpact 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.

SIPS bag decal inside driver's door

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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 flooddamaged 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.

WARNING!

· The SIPS airbag system is a supplement to the Side Impact Protection System and the threepoint 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 must not be used if they are not Volvo original covers or Volvo approved seat covers for SIPS airbags.

· 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.

· Failure to follow these instructions may increase your risk of injury in an accident.

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Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) - front seats only

The WHIPS system consists of specially designed hinges and brackets on the front seat backrests and head restraints designed to help absorb some of the energy generated in a collision from the rear ("rearended").

In the event of a collision of this type, the hinges and brackets of the front seat backrests are designed to change position slightly to allow the backrest/head restraint to help support the occupant's head before moving slightly rearward. This movement helps absorb some of the forces that could result in the whiplash effect.

Do not wedge boxes, suitcases, etc. behind front seats

WARNING!

· Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the front seats (see illustration above) could impede the function of the WHIPS system.

· The WHIPS system is designed to supplement the other safety systems in your car. For this system to function properly, the three-point seat belt must be worn. Please be aware that no system can prevent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident.

· If your car has been involved in a collision, the front seat backrests must be inspected by an authorized Volvo retailer even if the seats appear to be undamaged. Certain components in the WHIPS system may need to be replaced. Do not attempt to service any component in the WHIPS system yourself.

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· If the rear seat backrests are folded down, cargo must be secured to prevent it from sliding forward against the front seat backrests in the event of a collision from the rear. This could interfere with the action of the WHIPS system.

· The WHIPS system is designed to function in certain collisions from the rear, depending on the crash severity, angle and speed.

· Occupants in the front seats must never 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.

pg. 10 Child safety, Booster cushion (optional)

WARNING! Failure to follow the instructions on these pages 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.

Make sure that the booster cushion is always securely locked in place.

Always put the belt comfortably over the child's shoulder and across their lap.

If the booster cushion is subjected to severe forces in an accident it must be replaced as a whole, inclusive of belt and attachments.

Never leave children unattended in the car.

Integrated booster cushions

Volvo's own integrated booster cushions have been specially designed to help safeguard a child seated in the rear seat. When using an integrated booster cushion, the child must be secured with the vehicle's threepoint seat belt. The booster cushions are approved for children weighing between 33 and 80 lbs (15 and 36 kg) and between 38 and 54 in (97 and 137 cm) in height.

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Integrated booster cushion - outboard positions

Outboard integrated booster cushions - Raising

1. Pull the handle at the front of the cushion forward. 2. With both hands push the cushion rearward. 3. Push the cushion until it locks in place.

Integrated booster cushion - outboard positions

Outboard integrated booster cushions - Lowering

1. Pull the handle at the front of the cushion forward. 2. Push the cushion forward/downward.

NOTE: The booster cushion must be completely lowered before the rear seat backrest can be folded down.

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Integrated booster cushion - outboard positions

The child should be properly seated on the booster cushion. The head restraint should be carefully adjusted to support the child's head (only center position). The hip section of the threepoint seat belt must fit snugly across the child's hips, not across the stomach. The shoulder section of the threepoint 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.

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.

Volvo has some very specific recommendations:

· Always wear your seat belt.

· Air bags are a SUPPLEMENTAL safety device which when used in conjunction with a three-point seat belt can help reduce serious injuries during certain types of severe accidents. Volvo recommends that

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you do not disconnect the air bag system in your vehicle.

· Volvo strongly recommends that ALL children sit in the rear seat of any vehicle and that they be properly restrained.

· A child should NEVER sit in the front passenger seat of any vehicle equipped with a front passenger side airbag.

· 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.

Drive safely!

pg. 12 Child Restraint Anchorages

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V40

Child Restraint Anchorages

Volvo cars are fitted with Child Restraint Top Tether Anchorages in the rear seat.

S40: Three anchor fittings

are factoryinstalled in the middle section of the parcel shelf.

V40: Two anchor fitting are factoryinstalled in the left section of the backrest of the rear seat.

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Note: it is not possible, for safety reasons, to have the anchor fitting installed in the right section of the rear seat of the V40 model.

Open the cover when you want to use the anchorage point.

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. Never remove or loosen the top tethers yourself

pg. 13 Child safety

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 lapshoulder 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.

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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)

· 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 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 the integrated booster cushion so that the seat belt is properly located on the hips (see

page 11)

Keeping child seats in place (ALR/ELR*)

To make child seat installation easier, each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equipped with a locking mechanism to help keep the seat belt taut.

When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:

· Attach the seat belt to the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions.

· Pull the seat belt out as fas as possible.

· Insert the seat belt latch plate into the buckle(lock) in the ususal way.

· Release the seat belt and pull it taut around the child seat.

A sound from the seat belt retractor will be audible at this time and is normal.

The belt will now be locked in place.

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This function is automatically disabled when the seat belt is unlocked and the belt is retracted.

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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Seat belt maintenance

Check periodically that the seat 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 of Volvo. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the production line. Threepoint seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energyabsorbing 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 with your car. Call us in the U.S. at: 800-458-1552.

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.

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· Never drink and drive.

· If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving abilities.

· Take a driverretraining course

· Have your eyes checked regularly

· Keep your windshield and headlights clean.

· Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks.

· Take into account the traffic, road, and weather conditions, particularly with regard to stopping distance.

Reporting Safety Defects

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 tollfree at 1-800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington D.C. 20590. You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline.

Volvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle is covered under a service campaign, safety or emission recall or similar action, it should be completed as soon as possible. Please check with your local retailer or Volvo Cars of North America, Inc. if your vehicle is covered under these conditions.

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Instruments, switches and controls

Instruments, switches, controls etc. are described on the following pages.

Instruments 17

Warning lights 20

Lights 22

Wipers 23

Hazard warning, Heated window, mirrors 24

Trip Computer 25

Dynamic Stability Assistance 28

Cruise control 29

Heated seats, Parking brake 30

Ashtrays 31

Steering wheel adjustment 32

Heating, Ventilation 33

Electrcaly operated windows 36

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Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls 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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1 Adjustable door mirrors

2 Defroster side windows

3 Air vents

4 Light switch

5 Cup holder

6 Foglight switch

7 Dimmer instrument lighting

8 Turn signals, high/low beams, Home Safe Lighting, cruise control

9 Instruments

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10 Horn 11 Windshield wash/wipe, headlight wash/wipe

12 Fan

13 Air distribution control (ECC: temperature control)

14 Hazard warning flashers

15 Mixing outside air, air vents

16 Air flow, air vents

17 Temperature control (ECC: temperature control)

18 Glove compartment

19 Passenger airbag

20 Light-sensitive diode for Electronic Climate Control and LED for immobilizer and alarm

21 Fuse box

22 Hood latch

23 Steering wheel height adjustment

24 ECC temperature sensor

25 Recirculation

26 Door lock switch

27 28 Trip Computer operation

29 Seat heater

30 DSA switch (Dynamic Stability Assistance)

31 Seat heater

32 Rear window/door mirror heater switch

34 ECC: air-conditioning switch

35 Automatic transmission switch

36 Door mirror switch

37 Electric window switch front

38 Cut-out switch windows rear

39 Electric window switch rear

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Controls in center console Some of the items listed on this page are available on certain models only.

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1 Clock reset knob Turn the knob:

Clockwise: advance Counterclockwise: set clock back The longer the knob is turned, the faster the setting will change.

2 Clock

3 Tachometer Reads thousands of engine rpm. The needle should never be in the solid red range.

4 Trip odometer reset button Press the button to reset the trip odometer. The ignition must be switched on.

5 Odometer

6 Speedometer

7 Trip odometer

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Used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer.

8 Fuel gauge Fuel tank capacity: 16 US gallons (60 liters). When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1.5 US gal. (7 liters) of fuel remaining. See "Refueling" for additional information. When refuelling the fuel gauge needle will not register until the volume of gasoline in the tank exceeds 3.5 US gal. (12 liters).

9 Trip Computer/Ambient temperature

NOTE: See

page 26/27 for information on the trip computer.

10 Temperature gauge (engine coolant) 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 116.

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1 Turn signal, left 2 Turn signal, right 3 Fuel level low 4 Not in use 5 Front fog lamp on 6 Rear fog lamp on 7 Cruise control 8 Brake light* failure warning. 9 Main beam on 10 ABS (anti-lock brakes) malfunction 11 Door open 12 Parking brake applied

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13 Low oil pressure 14 Hazard warning light on 15 Fault in SRS system 16 Brake circuit not working (brake fluid level too low) and EBD 17 Battery charge failure 18 Not in use 19 DSA (option) 19 Not in use 20 Automatic transmission: position W, 3 or L or MIL** 21 Check engine light 22 Immobilizer on or MIL** 23 Service Reminder Indicator 24 Not connected 25 Low washer fluid level 26 Turn indicator trailer (certain models)

Starting check After a few seconds, all lights except 10 and 22 will go out. Once the engine starts, 10 and 22 will also go out.

* Indicates failure of a brake light, not failure of the braking system (see item 16).

**MIL = Check Engine Lamp

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The warning lights described on

pages 20 and 21 should never stay on when driving

When the ignition key is turned on and before the engine starts, all of the warning lights should go on to test the function of the bulbs. Should a light not go off after the engine has started, the system indicated should be inspected. However, the parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.

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.

Check Engine Lamp

If the lamp comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the engine diagnostic system has

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detected a possible fault in the emission control system. Although driveability may not be affected, see an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection.

NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Check Engine Lamp may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

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 112. 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.

Parking brake reminder light

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

WARNING!

If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in either section of the reservoir: DO NOT DRIVE. Tow the car to a Volvo retailer and have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired.

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 114 for reservoir position.

If the control lamp still stays on, the EBD (Electronic Brakeforce Distribution) is not working.

Drive to your Volvo dealer. See ABS control lamp and also

page 69.

Bulb failure warning light

The light will come on if one of the brake light bulbs are defective when the brake pedal is pressed.

Check the fuse and bulb. See sections "Replacing bulbs" and "fuses.

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DSA (option)

Dynamic Stability Assistance This is a system which helps keep the drivewheels from spinning. The light flashes if the road surface is slippery, the wheels are spinning and the system is working.

The control light comes on if a fault occurs in the DSA system. It also comes on if the system is switched off via the switch.

For more information see

page 28.

Service reminder indicator

This light will come on according to preset service intervals or after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months, whichever occurs first. It is a reminder to 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.

Anti-lock Brake system (ABS)

If the warning lamp lights up there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will however function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection.

See

page 69 for additional information.

Daytime Running Lights:

The S40 and V40 come from the factory with daytime running lights activated. Carry out the following steps if you will deactivate them. These steps may be carried out again to reactivate and deactivate the daytime running lights as desired.

Programming for On or OFF

Turn the headlight switch to position

Turn the ignition key in position II.

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Pull the turn signal lever towards you and hold it while turning the headlight switch to position 0.

If the green light underneath the headlight switch is on the daytime running lights are on.

WARNING!

Do not activate or deactive the Daytime Running Lights while driving.

pg. 22 Headlights, Parking lights, Instrument illumination, Fog lights

1 Headlights and parking lights

A green lamp (3) below the switch indicates when the lighting is on.

0 Switch position

Ignition key in positions 0+I: All lights switched off Ignition key in position II:

Low beam headlights on (+ front and rear parking lights, license plate light and instrument lighting).

Switch position Parking lights front and rear. Ignition key in positions 0, I and II

Parking lights should only be used when the car is parked, never when the car is being driven. It also switches on the position lights in bumpers, and license plate light (and the instrument lights

in position II).

Switch position Ignition key in positions 0 and I: All lights off.

Ignition key in position II: Headlights on (+ parking lights front and rear,license plate light,

position lights in the bumpers and instrument lights).

Note: You have to turn the light switch to this position in order to switch on high beams.

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Rear fog light * The rear fog light (located in the driver's side tail light cluster) is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when the atmospheric conditions, such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce the daytime or nighttime visibility of other vehicles to less than 500 ft (150 meters).

Fog lights

Ignition key must always be in position II.

Headlight or parking lights must be activated

- Front fog lights (option): press

- Rear fog light: press

- headlights or front fog lights must be activated

Switching fog lights off

To switch the fog lights off, press the appropriate fog light switch again.

If headlights or parking lights are switched off, the fog lights will also go out. The fog lights are also switched off when the ignition is switched off and must be switched back on manually if required when the ignition is switched on again.

The fog lights switch off automatically when the high beams are switched on.

2 Dimmer instrument lighting

Instrument lighting can be dimmed to 6% of maximum lighting. + brighter

- darker * By design, there is one rear fog light only, located in the driver's side tail light cluster.

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Turn signals

Wipers/washers

Turn signals

1 Lane change position. In maneuvers such as lane changing, the driver can flash the turn signals by moving the turn signal lever to the first stop and holding it there. The lever will return to the neutral position when released.

2 Signal lever engaged for normal turns.

3 High beam/low beam switch (headlights on). Move the lever towards the steering wheel and release it.

4 Headlight flasher (headlights off).

Move the lever towards the steering wheel. The headlight high beam will be on until the lever is released.

NOTE: A defective turn signal bulb will cause the turn signal indicator and remaining signal lights to flash more rapidly than normal.

Home Safe lighting

When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the exterior courtesy lighting function:

· Remove the key from the ignition switch.

· Pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel (as when using the headlight flasher

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function).

The low beam headlights will now remain on for 30 seconds to light your way.

Repeat the above measures if you want to switch off the Home Safe Lighting. Wipers/washers

1 "Single sweep" position:

The switch returns automatically when released.

2 Intermittent wiper

The wipers will sweep approximately every 5 seconds (car speed depending).

3 Wipers, normal speed

4 Wipers, high speed

5 Windshield wiper/washer, headlight wiper/washer. The wipers will make 23 sweeps across the windshield and headlights and 1 sweep after 3 seconds.

6 Tailgate window wiper (V40)

The tailgate wiper switch has two positions:

OFF

ON : intermittent and synchronized with windshield wiper

Tip function

When pressing switch 7 briefly the wiper will make one sweep, independent of the interval

Backing up

When the gearlever is moved towards rear and the windshield wipers are on, the rear window wiper will come on for two sweeps.

7 Tailgate window washer (V40)

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The washer keeps working for as long as you keep the button depressed.

The wiper will make 2-3 sweeps after the lever is released and 1 sweep after 3 seconds.

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O Locked position:

Remove the key to lock the steering wheel* WARNING! Never turn the key to position O while driving or when the car is being

towed.

I Intermediate position:

Certain accessories, radio, etc. on, daytime running lights off.

II Drive position:

Key position when engine is running.

III Starting position:

Release the key when the engine starts. The key returns automatically to the Drive position.

* The gear selector must be in the (P)ark position.

ANTI-Theft Immobilizer

Your car is equipped with a sensor that will not allow the car to be started if the wrong key is used. See

page 38 for details.

Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock

If you find it difficult to insert the key in the ignition or to move the steering wheel, the steering wheel lock might be under tension. Turn the wheel back and forth slightly to free the ignition key.

In order to reduce car theft, make sure the steering wheel locks before leaving the car.

A chime will sound if the starting key is left in the ignition lock and the front door on the driver's side is opened.

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Hazard warning flashers

The four-way flasher (1) should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic hazard.

NOTE: Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary from one state to the next.

Heated rear window/side-view mirrors

Press the switch (2) to start heating the rear window and side-view mirrors. The control light in the switch will illuminate.

Press the switch again to switch off all heating.

A timer automatically switches off the heating to the side-view mirrors after approximately 6 minutes and to the rear window after approximately 12 minutes. The control light in the switch will go out correspondingly.

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The Trip Computer

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The Trip Computer shows seven functions. While driving, it provides information in different ways: automatically and on demand.

With the function selection switch (see next page) the different functions can be selected.

Automatic ...

... on starting up, the display provides information on range and function selected if no warning is given.

... once driving,

- a warning comes on if the fuel tank is nearly empty

- a frost sign will be shown if the ambient temperature is in the icing range 23°F to 36°F (-5°C to + 2°

C).

- an audio signal will warn if the speed exceeds the set speed and the display will briefly show the set speed.

See the following pages for more details.

On demand . . .

... you can use the selector switch to call up information on:

- Speed warning - audible (See next page for more information on this feature)

- Average speed

- Current fuel consumption

- Average fuel consumption

- Ambient temperature

- Trip meter

- Range left before tank is empty

Warning signals

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The range, ambient temperature and speed warning functions can also generate warnings.

These will be automatically displayed, overriding the switch position.

If there is more than one warning at once, range information has priority.

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A. Trip Computer function selection switch B. Reset button C. Set button

Trip Computer control panel

Function selection switch A

Use this to select one of the seven functions.

Reset button B

Resets:

- Speed warning

- Average speed

- Average fuel consumption

- Tripmeter

Turn the knob to the required setting, then press reset button B for 1.5 seconds.

Pressing reset button B for more then 4 seconds, all functions will be reset.

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Set button C

Sets speed warning.

Turn the knob to the required setting. Press button C briefly and repeatedly to set the speed limit.

Speed warning signal

If the current speed exceeds the preset speed the buzzer will sound immediately and then once every 10 seconds. If you set the speed

below the current speed, the buzzer will sound after 10 seconds and then once

every 10seconds as long as the current speed is below the preset speed."

If the speed warning function is not selected, the display will flash the preset speed.

Set

The speed warning can be set by pressing set button C briefly, in steps of 5 mph (8 km/h) from 19 mph up to 88 mph (30 km/hr up to 140 km/h).

If the speed warning function is set, the triangle

will be displayed in the Trip Computer.

Temporary disable

The function can be disabled temporarily by pressing reset button B briefly.

The triangle

will disappear. The set speed will stay in the memory.

Pressing set button C briefly will enable the speed warning function, irrespective of the selected function.

Automatic disable

The function can be disabled temporarily when ignition is switched off. The set speed will remain in the memory.

Switch off

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Turn the knob to the speed warning position.

Press reset button B for more then 1.5 seconds.

The display will show "---"

(Pressing reset button B for more than 4 seconds will reset all functions.)

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Trip Computer functions in detail

1 Speed warning

If the current speed is above the set speed the buzzer will sound once every 10 seconds and the display will flash the pre-set speed (See

page 26)

2 Average speed

Average speed based on distance travelled since the memory was last reset using reset button B (see

page 26).

3 Current fuel consumption

Gives information about current fuel consumption, updated every second. It is calculated from the amount of fuel injected and the distance travelled.

If the vehicle is standing still (as at a stop sign or traffic signal), the display will show "---".

4 Average fuel consumption

Average fuel consumption from when the Trip Computer memory was last reset using reset button B (see

page 26).

5 Ambient temperature

Indicates the temperature of the outside air (only accurate while driving) approx. 16 inches (40 cm) above road surface.

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The warning function comes on if the ambient temperature is between 23°F to 36°F (-5°C and + 2°C) to warn you that there might be ice on the road.

The temperature and the frost symbol will be shown in the display.

If another function is selected the frost symbol will still be shown in the display.

6 Tripmeter

Shows, in 0.1 mile (0.16 km) increments, distance traveled since last reset. Ater 999 miles, the display shows 1-mile (1.6 km) increments. See

page 26 for reset instructions.

7 Range left before tank is empty

Shows the distance you can travel using the fuel you have left in the tank, based on fuel consumption in the last 10 miles (16 km).

Low fuel warning

See `Fuel gauge'

page 18.

Low range warning

If the calculated range is less than 10 miles, or if the calculated fuel level is less than 1,9 US gal. (4,5 l) the display will show: "FUEL miles => 0". ("FUEL km => 0")

If another function is selected using the function selection switch the warning disappears.

Note:

If there is more than one warning at the same time the range will be shown first.

If another function is selected, the ambient temperature will be shown.

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Dynamic Stability Assistance

Your car can be fitted with Dynamic Stability Assistance (DSA). This is a system that helps prevent wheel spin. It comes on automatically each time you start the car. It operates automatically at all speeds if one or both driven wheels start spinning. The ABS sensors tell the engine management system that the wheels are turning at different speeds. The engine management system then reduces power to the engine via the fuel injectors in 16 steps until no further wheel spin occurs.

This improves stability on winding and slippery roads, inclines and when accelerating from a standstill.

Switching DSA off

The system comes on automatically each time you start the engine. Switch DSA off by pressing the switch and holding it down for more than half a second. The control light will come on to show that DSA is switched off.

We recomend that you switch the system off whenever you use the "Special Spare" tire that does not match the diameter of your other tires.

Switching DSA on

If DSA is switched off, switch it on by pressing the DSA button. The system will also switch on automatically whenever you restart the car.

Self-test

When you switch the ignition on, the control light on the dashboard should come on briefly (until 2 seconds after starting the engine).

If the light stays on, this means there is a fault detected in the system.

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Control light

Light stays on contInuously:

- (2 sec.) self-test running during start-up

- system not working because:

- switched off

- system error

Light flashing:

- Wheelspin, system in operation

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Cruise control

The cruise control switches are located on the turn signal lever. The indicator light on the instrument panel (see page 19) will come on when cruise control is engaged.

To engage and set the desired speed:

1. Set switch (B) to ON.

2. Accelerate to the desired cruise speed.

3. Press the + or - area of the SET button (A) to set the desired speed.

NOTE: The cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 22 mph (35 km).

Braking

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This will automatically disengage the cruise control. The previously selected cruise speed is retained in the memory and by momentarily setting the switch to the RESUME position, that speed will be reengaged.

If the cruise control is already engaged, the cruising speed can be increased or decreased by depressing the SET button (A) towards either + or -. One short press on the button corresponds to a speed change of approx. 1 mph (1.6 km/h). When the button is released, the vehicle will maintain the current speed.

If the actual speed falls below 70% of the set speed or if the wheels spin or lock, the cruise control will disengage automatically.

Note: When driving up steep hills with the cruise control engaged, the transmission may shift intermittently. You can avoid this by manually selecting a lower gear or changing the driving mode.

Acceleration

Momentary acceleration, such as for passing, does not interrupt cruise control operation. The previously selected speed will be maintained without having to set the switch to RESUME.

To disengage the cruise control system:

1) Set switch (B) to OFF, depress the brake pedal or move the gear selector to position N.

2) Switching off the starting (ignition) switch will automatically disengage the cruise control system.

3) If the switch B is pressed briefly to the right. (Tip off function)

WARNING! The cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Do not use or resume cruise control in reverse gear.

NOTE: When the ignition is switched off, any information stored in the cruise control memory is erased.

pg. 30 Heated front seats (certain models), Parking brake, Armrest

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Heated front seats

The heated front seats can be switched on and off as required. When switched on, the system senses the ambient temperature and regulates the level of heat applied. When the optimum temperature is reached, the heating switches off. While driving, the seat heating for the passenger seat should be switched off when the seat is not occupied.

Parking brake lever

Parking brake (hand brake)

The lever is situated between the front seats. The brake is applied to the rear wheels.

WARNING! Always use the parking brake (hand brake) when parking. On hills, also turn the front wheels toward the curb. The indicator light in the instrument panel will light up even if the parking brake is only applied slightly. Be sure to pull the lever up sufficiently.

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Driver's adjustable armrest

The adjustable armrest between the driver and front passenger seats can be raised and stored upright-out of the way-when not in use. It can be lowered again for use.

For storage, rotate the front of the armrest full uprigt until a final "click" is heard, and release.

To lower again for use, lightly press the free end of the armrest toward the rear of the car, and then allow it to rotate to a horizontal position.

To adjust the armrest comfort angle, the front of the armrest may be raised in ten steps. At each step a "click" is heard. When the desired angle is reached. release the armrest. It will remain at the last "click" position. The armrest may be lowered again to horizontal by raising the armrest past the full upfight position and allowing it to rotate back down to horizontal.

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pg. 31 Ashtrays, Auxiliary socket

Ashtray

Front ashtray

To open the front ashtray, press lightly on the panel.

To empty the front ashtray:

Grasp the sides, push in and then pull straight upwards.

Cigarette lighter

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Cigarette lighter

The cigarette lighter can also be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key must be in position I (or higher) for the accessories to function.

Cupholders - front and rear To open the cupholders, press lightly on the push panel.The holder will open part-way. Pull it out to open it fully. To close them, push them in uNTIl they latch.

CAUTION: Be careful when using cupholders. Use them to carry only capped beverages. A spilled hot liquid can scald you or your passengers. Spilled liquids can also damage upholstery, carpeting and electrical components.

* The cigarette lighter may also be used as an auxiliary socket, which is available from your Volvo retailer.

pg. 32 Steering wheel adjustment

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Steering wheel adjustment

The steering wheel can be adjusted vertically. Press the lever (1) in the steering column downwards. Adjust the steering wheel to the position that suits you. Press the lever up again to lock the wheel in position.

WARNING! Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.

pg. 33 Heating, ventIlation and air conditioning

Heating and air conditioning

Your Volvo is equipped with a heating system combined with air conditioning. Depending on which function you select, warm or cool/cold air is distributed to the different parts of the passenger compartment. A slight amount of condensation may be emitted from the air vents when the air conditioning is initially switched on. This can occur when both humidity and ambient temperature are high and is normal.

Winter Air mix (air from the outside)

The center panel vents have an air mix function which allows air from the outside to enter the passenger compartment when the vents are open (position A). This function is designed to allow you to direct air from the outside toward your face while directing air from the climate system to the rest of the passenger compartment.

To warm/cool the compartment as quickly as possible, the air mix control should be in the closed (F) position.

F Air mix OPEN (blue dot)

E Air mix CLOSED (red dot)

Cabin air filter (optional)

The cabin air filter must be changed every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) to ensure proper veNTIlation. Under extreme condiitons, the filter may need to be changed more often.

Remarks:

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- If it has snowed, brush the snow away from the air inlet grille at the base of the windshield.

- For best results, the Air Mix selector knob should be closed (rotated downward) position when the central air vents are not being used.

- A clean windshield will help avoid fogging.

Air vents (dash) A Open B Closed C Directing air flow horizontally D Directing air flow vertically

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 1.98 lbs (0.9 kg) R134a and uses ZXL 100PG (PAG) oil.

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

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Function selector

AUT For greatest convenience, air distribution is automatically regulated

Air through panel vents Defrost. Air to windshield and side windows. Recirculation will not function regardless of

button setting. Air to floor, windshield and side windows.

Air through floor vents. Bi-level. Air through floor and panel vents.

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Automatic setting

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Set the blower control and function selector knobs to "AUT" and set the desired temperature dial. The blower will automatically select the best speed to maintain cabin temperature.

Optimum defrosting

Set the function selector to

and move the blower control to the position AUT (as far to the left as possible). The AC system will be on at this time even if the AC OFF button is depressed and the blower will run at its maximum speed. When the windows have cleared, move the function selector knob to the "AUT" position.

Additional information

· When the air conditioning system is used, it will function best if it is left on coNTInously, and not switched off intermittently.

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

· Water under the vehicle in hot weather can be the result of condensation from the air conditioning system and is normal.

· The air conditioning system functions only at temperatures just above 39° F (4° C).

· RECIRCULATION: Use this function if the outside air is contaminated with exhaust gases, smoke, etc or to heat/cool the car quickly. When Recirculation is activated, no air is drawn into the passenger compartment from the outside. Recirculation should not be activated for more than 10-15 minutes at a time. If your windows begin to fog or mist, check that the recirculation function is NOT engaged.

NOTE: When driving with the sun roof or windows open, to help maintain stable passenger compartment temperature, use the blower control to manually regulate the blower speed.

· If the panel vents are open, a certain amount of air will always flow through, regardless of the position the function dial is in. To increase the flow of air to either

the floor or the windows, close the panel vents and open the outer vents.

· The panel vents may emit some condensation when the air conditioning is initially switched on and is normal.

This may occur if the ambient temperature and humidity are high.

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· The sunlight sensor (located at the top of the dashboard in the speaker frame at the passanger side) should not be covered in any way as this could cause incorrect information to be sent to the ECC system.

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

Difficult weather conditions

When driving in very humid conditions, heavy rain, sleet, etc., it may be better to use the manual rather than the automatic setting to defrost the windows. Set the function selector knob to "Defrost"

and the fan speed to mid-range. Also shut the center air vents.

Faults in the ECC system

If a fault is detected in the Electronic Climate Control system, the AC OFF lights will flash for approximately 20 seconds. If this flashing recurs the next time the system is switched on, the climate control unit should be checked by an authorized Volvo retailer.

pg. 36 Electrically operated windows

1- Switches for opening/closing the windows 2- Cutout switch, rear windows

Electrically operated windows

The electrically operated windows are controlled by switches in the center console. In addition the driver and the two rear seat passengers can operate their own windows, using the controls in their door armrests. The starting (ignition) switch must be ON (position I or II) for the electrically operated windows to function.

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To lower: press down on the rear edge of the switch

To raise: press down on the front edge of the switch

NOTE:

· Auto-down function (driver's window only): The window can be opened completely by pressing the back part of the switch lightly and releasing it immediately. The window can be stopped by pressing the button again. If the button is held down, the window will be lowered uNTIl the button is released.

Cutout switch for rear windows

The electrically operated rear door windows can be disabled by a switch located on the center console (2).

ON The rear door windows can be raised or lowered with the respective door switches as well as with the switches in the center console.

OFF The rear door windows cannot be raised or lowered with the respective door switches but instead

only with the corresponding switches in the center console.

WARNING!

· Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is unattended.

· Make sure that childrens' hands are clear before raising the windows.

· Never leave children unattended in the car.

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pg. 37 Body and interior

Body and interior

The seats, sun roof, mirrors, etc. are described on the following pages.

Keys 38

Doors and locks 39

Alarm 41

Trunk/tailgate 43

Child safety locks 44

Front seats 45

Rear/side view mirrors 47

Interior lights, Vanity mirror 48

Sun roof 49

Hood 50

Storage compartments 51

Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack 52

Folding rear seat 53

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Folding front seat, Luggage strap 54

Side cargo net, Luggage net 55

Weight distribution, Handling, Roadholding, Roofrack 56

pg. 38 Keys

Key

The key activates all locks (ignition switch/steering wheel lock, all doors, trunk/tailgate, fuel filler door and glove compartment).

Immobilizer (start inhibitor)

Each of the keys supplied with your car is electronically coded. When the key is inserted into the igniton switch, the code is transmitted to and compared with a code stored in the start inhibitor module. The car can only be started if a properly coded key is used.

If you misplace a key, take the other keys to an authorized Volvo retailer. The existing code in the start inhibitor module and all the keys will be erased as an antitheft measure and a new code will be programmed in.

NOTE:

You should never keep more than one of your ignition keys on the ring at the same time. This could cause conflicting signals to be transmitted to the ignition switch, making it impossible to start the car.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1)

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This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

pg. 39 Doors and locks

Doors and locks

Your car is equipped with a central locking system.

The key, used on the driver's door, the remote control, or central locking button, will lock/unlock all doors, trunk/tailgate.

Turn the key once to unlock the driver's door and the fuel filler door.

Turn the key again within 10 seconds to unlock other doors, trunk/tailgate.

One turn with the key towards "lock" in the driver's door locks all doors, trunk/tailgate and fuel filler door with a 10 minutes delay in the fuel filler door.

WARNING! If the doors are locked while driving, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the car in the event of an accident. (Also see information on "Child safety locks").

Central locking button

The central locking button (1) can be used to lock or unlock all doors and trunk/tailgate.

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Lock: Press the lower side of the button.

Unlock: Press the upper side of the button.

Note:As long as ignition is on, you can always lock or unlock with the central locking button.

With ignition off and 25 seconds after having locked all doors and trunk/tailgate with the key or with the remote control, the central locking button will not lock or unlock the car any more.

Note: If the key is in the ignition switch and you close the driver's door, the driver's door will be immediately unlocked again in order to prevent accidentally locking the car with the keys left inside the car.

pg. 40 Remote keyless entry system

Remote keyless entry system

Your car is equipped with a remote control transmitter. This transmitter uses a radio frequency which will allow "keyless" entry into the passenger compartment or the trunk. You will be supplied with two coded key ring transmitters, which will enable you to lock/unlock all doors and the trunk/tailgate and fuel filler door from a distance of 10-15 feet (3-5 meters).

The Remote also activates/deactivates the alarm system that comes standard with this car.

The car can also be locked/unlocked with the key.

Using the remote control

· Press the LOCK button once to lock all doors and trunk/tailgate.

· Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver's door and the fuel filler door only. Press this button again (within 10 seconds) to unlock other doors, trunk/tailgate.

· Press the OPEN trunk/tailgate button to unlock the tailgate/trunk.

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This device complies with FCC rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference that may be received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

NOTE: If only the driver's door is unlocked, the lock will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will be set after 2 minutes unless the door has been opened (see page 42).

The lock/unlock and alarm features can also be utilized by using the keys. See section: Doors and Locks on page 39.

WARNING! Volvo does not recommend using the transmitter to lock the doors from inside the car. The alarm would be activated and would sound when one of the doors is opened. The doors must not be locked using the remote transmitter while the vehicle is occupied. In case of an accident, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the vehicle.

Remote control not functioning.

If the remote control is not functioning the car can be started as follows:

Open the driver's door with the key. The alarm and alarm siren will activate.

Turn the ignition on. The alarm will deactivate.

Note: The remote control will not function if a key is left in the ignition switch.

pg. 41 Alarm

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Alarm

The radio signal emitted from the transmitter, which is used to set/unset the alarm, is a "rolling code" signal. This means that the signal is changed randomly for each transmission and is intended to help prevent unauthorized recording of the code.

When armed (set), the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will set off the alarm:

· The hood is opened

· The trunk/tailgate is opened

· A door is opened

· The ignition switch is tampered with The alarm will sound for 30 second intervals, with a 10 second pause between intervals. This function cannot be interrupted.

· If the battery or the siren are disconnected, the alarm will sound for five minutes

Arming (setting) the alarm

Press the LOCK button on the remote control, lock the car using the key in the driver's door . One long flash of the turn signals will confirm that the alarm is set.

Disarming the alarm

Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or unlock the driver's door with the key.

Turning off (stopping) the alarm

If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote control or by unlocking the driver's door with the key.

Visual alarm signal

The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5 minutes.

Audible alarm signal

An audible alarm signal is given by the backup siren. One alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds.

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"Panic" function

In an emergency situation, this feature can be used to attract attention, if you are within 10-15 feet (3-5) meters of the car. .

Activate the "panic" function by pressing the red panic button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds or by pressing this button twice within 3 seconds. The turn signals will flash, the interior lights will go on and the alarm will sound.

The "panic" alarm can be turned off after 5 seconds by pressing any of the buttons on the remote control or it will stop automatically after 25 seconds.

NOTE: This button will NOT unlock the car.

pg. 42 Alarm

LED alarm status signals

The status of the alarm system is indicated by the red LED at the right side of the dash:

· LED off - the alarm is not armed (set)

· LED flashes once per second - the alarm is armed (set)

· LED flashes rapidly before the ignition is switched on - the alarm has been triggered

· LED flashes rapidly for 15 seconds after the ignition has been switched on - a fault has been detected in the alarm system. Contact a Volvo retailer.

Automatic relock

If only the driver's door is unlocked with the remote control, the lock will automatically reengage (relock) and the alarm will be set after 2 minutes unless the door has been opened.

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Batteries

Each remote transmitter is powered by two three-volt batteries, type CR 2016. If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced, this indicates that the battery is weak and should be replaced.

Replacement: Open the remote control by twisting a coin in the ring between front and back (leave the ring in place). Replace the batteries. Reinstall the cover, making sure it is secured tightly to help protect the transmitter.

CAUTION: Do not attempt to service or repair any components of the alarm system yourself. This should only be done by an authorized Volvo retailer.

pg. 43 Trunk/Tailgate, Glove compartment

Opening/unlocking the trunk/tailgate

The trunk/tailgate locks are incorporated in the central locking system and are locked or unlocked when

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the driver's door is locked/unlocked.

A - Remove key vertically: Trunk/tailgate remains locked (disconnected from the central locking system). B - Turn key clockwise and remove: Trunk/tailgate are locked/unlocked with the central locking system). C - Turn key counterclockwise: Insert key and open lock without using central locking system. The key cannot be removed.

Glove compartment

The glove compartment can be locked with the key.

A unlocked

B locked

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Location and setting of child safety lock

Child safety locks

The controls are located on the rear door jambs.

A The door cannot be opened from the inside. Normal operation from the outside.

B The door can be opened from the inside.

WARNING!

Remember, in the event of an accident, the rear seat passengers cannot open the doors from the inside with the buttons in position A.

pg. 45 Manually operated front seats

1 Height adjustment

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The front section of the driver's seat can be adjusted to seven different height settings and the rear section can be adjusted to nine different height settings.

Lever A = adjustment of front section

Lever B = adjustment of rear section

WARNING!

Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. In addition, position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow. The seat rails on the floor must not be obstructed in any way when the seat is moved.

2 Forward-rearward seat adjustment

Pull the control upward, then slide the seat forward or rearward to the desired position. Make sure that the seat is properly secured when you release the control.

3 Lumbar support

Use this control to adjust softer or firmer lumbar support.

4 Backrest tilt

Rotate the control to tilt the backrest rearward and or forward.

5 - Folding front seat

The backrest has a quick forward release mechanism which can be used when long loads are carried.

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Folding front seat

The seat backrest can be folded down to the horizontal position for carrying long loads. To fold down the backrest:

· Move the seat as far rearward as possible

· Adjust the backrest tilt to the most upright position

· Lift the catches on the lower rear side of the backrest

· Without releasing the catches, push the backrest forward

· Move the seat as far forward as possible

pg. 46 Electrically operated seat - option

3 Lumbar support

Use this control to adjust softer or firmer lumbar support.

Power seat control panel

Electrically operated seats

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A Seat front (raise/lower) B Forward - rearward C Seat rear (raise/lower) D Backrest tilt

WARNING! The power driver's seat is operable with the ignition OFF. Therefore, children should never be left unattended in the car.

Note! The electrically operated drivers seat has an overload protector that activates if the seat is blocked by an obstacle. If this happens, wait for about 20 seconds before using the seat again.

pg. 47 Rear/side-view/vanity mirrors

Vanity mirrors

The light illuminates when the cover is opened.

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Rearview mirror

B Normal position

A Night position, reduces glare from following headlights

Electrically operated side-view mirrors

The mirror control switches are located on the center console. The ignition must be switched on or the engine must be running.

A Horizontal adjustment

B Vertical adjustment

WARNING!

The mirrors should always be adjusted prior to driving. Objects seen in the wide-angle right side-view mirror are closer than they appear to be.

pg. 48 Interior lights

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Front courtesy lights

The front courtesy lighting consists of two reading lights for the front seat occupants.

Press the left side of button 1: Front and rear reading lights always on

Button 1 in center position: Front and rear reading lights come on when a door is opened

Press the right side of button 1: Front and rear reading lights always off

Press button 2 to switch the left or right front reading lights on/off.

The courtesy lights will fade out after 25 seconds after the doors have been closed but will be switched off if the ignition is turned

on or the doors are locked.

Reading lights, rear seat

There are two reading lights for the rear seat passengers. These are turned on or off individually by

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pressing the light's cover lens.

pg. 49 Sun roof (option)

Electrically operated sun roof

The ignition key must be in position II.

· To slide open the sun roof : Press the left side of switch 1 until the sun roof has opened to the position you prefer or hold the switch until the sun roof reaches the "comfort position"

* Press the left side of switch 1 again to open the sun roof completely.

· To open the rear edge of the sun roof (ventilation position): With the sun roof closed, press the right side of switch 1. To close, press and hold the left side of switch 1 until the sun roof has closed completely.

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· To close the sun roof: Press the right side of switch 1 until the sun roof has closed completely.

· Sun visor: The sun roof also features a sliding sun visor. The visor slides back automatically when the sun roof is opened. The visor must be closed manually.

CAUTION: Do not close the sun visor when the sun roof is open as this could damage the mechanism.

WARNING!

The sun roof must never be obstructed in any way when in operation. * A position where the sun roof is not quite fully open. This position helps alleviate "rumbling" wind noise.

See page 96 for instructions on manually closing the sun roof.

pg. 50 Hood, Luggage cover

Hood release lever under dashboard

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To open the hood

· Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood locks.

· Lift the hood slightly.

· Push the release control on the inside of the lower edge of the grille upward and lift the hood.

WARNING! Check that the hood locks properly when closed.

Hood release control under grille

Press the hood securely into place when closing

Luggage cover attachment points

Luggage cover (V40)

Pull out the luggage cover (underneath the parcel shelf), and hook it on to the pins (A) in the rear pillars in the luggage compartment.

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Removing luggage cover:

· Raise the rear edge (B) of the hat shelf and slide the shelf out toward the rear.

· Install in reverse order, making sure that the hat shelf seats firmly around the side mounting pins.

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1 Clip for parking receipts, etc. 2 Glove compartment 3 Cupholders 4 Door pockets (front and rear) 5 Storage compartment in the center console 6 Storage compartments in trunk wheel arches (S40) 7 Storage compartment 8 Storage compartment in the center console (Audio) 9 Seat pocket (leather upholstery only) 10 Cupholders 11 Pocket in seat backrest 12 Cupholders 13 Storage compartment by spare wheel

WARNING! Packages on the rear window shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a sudden stop or an accident.

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pg. 52 Cargo space light, Spare tire, Jack

Cargo space light

The light comes on when the trunk/tailgate is opened.

1 - Jack, 2- Spare tire, 3 - Tool bag

Spare tire

The spare tire is located under the carpet in a special well under the floor of the trunk/cargo compartment. The jack is next to the spare wheel.

WARNING! Make sure the jack and spare tire are properly secured in position after use. They must be properly fastened to help keep them in place in the event of a sudden stop.

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NOTE: See pages 82 for information on how the jack should be used.

pg. 53 Folding rear seats

Folding rear seat

The rear seat is split into two sections so that each section can be folded separately.

· Remove the headrests (see

page 3).

· Put the belts over the upright section of the back rest. The center seatbelt can stay where it is.

· Pull the catch (1) forward and fold the backrest down.

· When returning the backrests to the upright position, make sure that the seatbelts are not caught and twisted.

Flat load space

· Pull the rear seat cushion up against the front seats.

· Remove the headrests (see page 3).

· Fold the back rest down.

Lock indicator (V40)

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WARNING! When the backrest is in the upright position, it must always be correctly locked in place. The red lock indicator (V40) is VISIBLE when the backrest is NOT locked in position and not visible when the backrest is correctly locked in place.

When the rear seat is folded down, do not place heavy objects against the backs of the front seats. This places a severe strain on the folded down backrest of the rear seat. Be sure to secure cargo. Cargo must not be stacked higher than the top of seatbacks. This will reduce the possibility of luggage, etc. becoming projectiles during sudden maneuvers, rapid braking or an accident.

pg. 54 Luggage, Luggage strap

WARNING! Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops.

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Luggage strap

There is a belt in the rear wall of the trunk/cargo space to help hold luggage in place.

This can be locked in the left-hand wheel arch or in the right rear wall.

The backrest should be in upright position and avoid sharp or pointed edges. Keep the center of gravity of the luggage close to the trunk floor.

Function :

Pull the belt around the luggage, lock it in place, pull it all the way out and then let it retract. The belt will then be taut.

To release, unclip the belt and let it roll up completely. Inspect the belt for damage after an accident or sudden stop.

pg. 55 Side cargo net (option), Luggage net

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Side cargo net

A load net is fitted to the rear wall or right-hand wheel arch to prevent small loose loads shifting.

Installing: Insert the hooks in the slots provided and press the clips into place.

Releasing: Press the clips together and remove net from the slots.

WARNING!

Never use this net to secure sharp or heavy objects. In such cases, secure the object using the luggage strap (see

page 54). Always have backrest in upright position when loadnet is being used!

Luggage net

Luggage net (accessory, V40)

Install:

· With the backrests upright, remove the luggage cover shelf (see

page 50).

· Unfold the net and install the bars. (Upper and lower)

· Push outer parts (C) inwards and place the upper bar of the net in the slots.

· Click the lower bar in the lugs (D) on the wheel arches. (To remove, push the buttons)

· Replace the hat shelf if needed.

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Remove:

· Push the buttons on the lower bar and remove the bar from the lugs.

· Push the upper bar to the left and turn it slightly. The right hand side will come loose.

· Remove the bars from the lugs and fold the net.

pg. 56 Weight distribution, Handling, roadholding, Roof racks

Weight distribution affects handling

At the specified curb weight your car has a tendency to understeer, which means that the

steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the trunk (max. 220 lbs, 100 kg), the less the tendency to understeer.

Handling, roadholding

Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check that the tires are inflated to the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. See "Tire pressure" section.

Loads should be distributed so that capacity weight or maximum permissible axle loads are not exceeded.

Holes for roof rack

Roof rails/racks

Roof racks are available as Volvo accessories. Observe the following points when in use:

· Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the load.

· Observe that the center of gravity and handling are influenced by load weight.

· Increasing load size increases wind resistance and thus adversely affects fuel economy.

· Anchor the cargo correctly with appropriate tie-down equipment.

· Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking.

· See your Volvo retailer for cross bars adapted to V40 models equipped with rails.

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WARNING!

Avoid single-point loads. Distribute the load evenly.

Max. roof load is 220 lbs (100 kg) when Volvo approved removable roof racks are attached to the points indicated in the illustration. For permanent roof racks, check the manufacturer's weight specifications.

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pg. 57 Starting and driving

Starting and driving

This section on starting and driving contains items such as starting the engine, operating the gear selector, towing, trailers, etc.

Fuel requirements, Refueling 58

Driving economy 60

Starting the engine 61

Automatic transmission 62

Points to remember 64

Emergency towing 66

Vehicle towing information 67

Jump starting 68

Brake system, ABS 69

Electronic Brake Force Distribution 70

Winter driving 71

Long distance trips 72

Trailer towing 73

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NOTE ENGINE OIL:

Although some oil consumption occurs during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine is new as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearingin to each other. From the time

the engine is new until the first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For this reason, it is especially important to check the oil every time you refuel your car during this period. See

page 112.

Deposit control gasoline (detergent additives)

Volvo recommends the use of gasoline containing deposit control additives. These additives have shown to be efficient in keeping injectors and intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines will help ensure good driveability and fuel economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains deposit control additives, check with the service station operator.

Unleaded fuel

Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and Canadian regulations require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be labelled "UNLEADED". Only these pumps have nozzles which fit your car's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into a vehicle labelled "unleaded gasoline only". Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of the emission control system and could result in loss of emission warranty coverage. State and local vehicle inspection programs will make detection of misfueling easier, possibly resulting in emission test failure for misfueled vehicles.

NOTE: Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methlycyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected, and the Check Engine Lamp located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs, please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for service.

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Octane rating

Volvo engines are designed for optimum performance on unleaded premium gasoline with an octane

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rating. AKI of 91, or above. AKI (ANTI KNOCK INDEX) is an average of the Research Octane Number, RON, and the Motor Octane Number, MON. (RON + MON/2).

The minimum octane requirement is AKI 87 (RON 91).

Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers

"Oxygenated fuels"

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or ethers. In some areas, state or local laws require that the service pump be marked indicating use of alcohols or ethers. However, there are areas in which the pumps are unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is alcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check with the service station operator. To meet seasonal air quality standards, some areas require the use of "oxygenated" fuel.

Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygenated fuels; however, the octane ratings listed on this page must still be met.

Alcohol — Ethanol

Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may be used.

Ethanol may also be referred to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".

Ethers — MTBE

Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.

Refueling

The fuel tank is designed to hold approximately: 16 US gallons (60 liters) with sufficient volume left

over to accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather.

Fuel filler door

The fuel filler door (on the left rear fender) is unlocked along with the car's central locking system.

Open fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather conditions.

See

page 95 in case the fuel filler door does not unlock along with the central locking system

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CAUTION:

· Do not refuel with the engine running *. Turn the ignition off or to position I. If the ignition is on, an incorrect reading could occur in the fuel gauge.

· After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place *.

· Avoid spilling gasoline during refueling. Gasolines containing alcohol can cause damage to painted surfaces, which may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

· Do not use gasolines containing methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice can result in vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system. Such damage may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

· Do not overfill the fuel tank. Overfilling could damage the emission control system.

* If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Check Engine Lamp may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

pg. 60 Driving economy

Economical driving conserves natural resources

Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:

· Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.

· Whenever possible, avoid using the car for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach normal operating temperature.

· Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.

· Do not exceed posted speed limits.

· Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the car.

· Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (check when tires are cold).

· Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.

· Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and thereby fuel consumption.

· Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.

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· Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the air conditioner's compressor places an additional load on the engine. However, please note that fuel consumption is lower with the air conditioning on than it is when driving with the air conditioning switched off and the windows down.

· Utilizing the fuel consumption modes in the Trip Computer can help you "learn" how to drive more economically.

Other factors which decrease gas mileage are:

· Worn or dirty spark plugs

· Incorrect spark plug gap

· Dirty air cleaner

· Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter

· Dragging brakes

· Incorrect front end alignment

Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals.

NOTE: The automatic transmission's (D)rive position should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy.

WARNING! It is recommended that tires of the same make and dimensions be used on all four wheels (including the use of snow tires). Do not use bias ply tires as this will adversely alter vehicle handling characteristics. Maintain correct tire pressure.

pg. 61 Starting the engine

Starting and stopping

1. Fasten the seat belt.

WARNING! Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can be depressed completely. Move the seat closer if necessary. Refer to section "front seats".

2. Apply the parking brake, if not already set. The gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position (SHIFT LOCK).

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3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the starting position. Allow the starter to operate for up to 5 seconds. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, repeat step 3.

For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft (1800 meters), depress the accelerator pedal halfway and turn the key to the starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.

4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the ignition key must be in position II and the brake pedal must be depressed.

See

page 95 for instructions on manually releasing the SHIFTLOCK system.

NOTE: Your car is equipped with a KEYLOCK system. When the engine is switched off, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the starting key can be removed from the ignition switch.

5. Select the desired gear. The gear engages after a slight delay which is especially noticeable when

selecting R.

CAUTION:

The engine should be idling; never accelerate until after you feel the gear engage! Toorapid acceleration immediately after selecting a gear will cause harsh engagement and premature transmission wear.

NOTE: Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods of time will help prevent overheating of transmission oil.

WARNING! Always place the gear selector in Park and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. Never leave the car unattended with the engine running.

Always open the garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate ventilation. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very poisonous.

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CAUTION:

Never race the engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubricating points fast enough to prevent engine damage.

Do not race the engine just prior to switching off!

pg. 62 Automatic transmission

Automatic transmission - shift gate positions

The gear selector can be moved freely between N and D. Selections of other positions are obtained by depressing the selector knob prior to moving the selector.

Slightly depressing the selector knob allows selection of positions R, N, D, 3 and L. Fully

depressing the selector knob allows selection of position P. This is also necessary when

initially bringing the selector out of position P. Fully depressing the selector knob permits

shifting freely between all positions.

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P (Park)

Use this position when starting the engine or parking the car.

Never select P while the car is in motion.

The parking brake should also be used when parking on grades.

The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position (SHIFT LOCK). To release the selector, start the engine and depress the brake pedal.

If it is necessary to manually release the gear selector, see page 95 for instructions.

WARNING!

Never leave the car unattended when the engine is running. If, by mistake, the gear selector is moved from P, the car may start moving.

R (Reverse)

Never engage R while the car is moving forward.

N (Neutral)

Neutral = no gear engaged. Use the parking brake. The engine can be started with the gear

selector in this position.

D (Drive)

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D is the normal driving position and should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. When the driving modes S or E are selected, upshift and downshift of the forward gears occur automatically and are governed by accelerator pedal position and engine speed.

3 (Intermediate position)

The indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up when this gear is selected. The transmission automatically shifts up and down between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd gears when the driving modes S or E are selected. There is no upshift from 3rd gear. Position 3 can be used for driving in hilly terrain, for towing trailers or for increased engine braking power.

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L (Low position)

The indicator lamp in the instrument panel lights up when this gear is selected. No upshift can occur when L is engaged. Select position L for driving in first and second gears. Use this position to select low gear with no upshift, e.g. when ascending and descending steep grades. The transmission will make a very noticeable downshift from 2nd to 1st gear if road speed drops to below 30 mph (45 km/h) in E mode or 6 mph (10 km/h) in S mode.

Kick-down

Automatic shift to a lower gear (kick-down) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An upshift will be achieved when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly. Kick-down can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds. Avoid using the kick-down function during the break-in period (first 1,200 miles of vehicle operation).

"Lock-up"

The automatic transmission has a "lock-up" function which reduces engine speed and saves fuel. The "lock-up" function can sometimes be felt as an additional gear change.

Driving mode selectors

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Driving mode selectors

The button at the base of the gear lever allows you to select the Winter/Wet driving mode.

W Winter/Wet mode Enhanced Vehicle Traction

This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.

· In position D*, the gearbox starts in 3rd gear and changes up to 4th gear.

· In position 3*, 2nd gear is locked and there is no change up to 3rd gear.

· In position L, 1st gear is locked.

The indicator lamp in the instrument panel

lights up when this mode is selected (even if the gear

selector is in position 3 or L). Press W to disengage this mode. When this mode is disengaged or if the ignition is switched off, the gearbox automatically reverts to Economy (the default driving mode).

Economy mode

This is the default driving mode. The transmission changes gears at a lower engine speeds to help improve fuel consumption.

S Sport Mode

Press S to select Sport mode. The transmission shifts up and down at higher engine speeds for improved performance. The red LED in the button comes on to indicate that Sport mode is selected.

Press the switch again to return to Economy mode (the LED in the button will go out).

Check Engine Lamp

If the indicator lamp

begins to flash, this is an indication of a fault in the automatic gearbox. The Check Engine Lamp will also light up if a fault is detected. If the transmission does not shift properly, place the gear selector in position L. Please contact your Volvo retailer if this occurs.

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* These positions always offer the kick-down function.

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Special tips automatic transmission

· Driveability and fuel economy will be adversely affected by prolonged driving in Winter/Wet mode. Volvo recommends using this mode only when starting in extremely slippery conditions.

· For driving down steep hills and when driving for prolonged periods at low speeds, position L should be selected. Avoid, however, repeated changes since this can cause overheating of the transmission oil. For driving on long continuous uphill gradients, select position 3.

· Never select P or R while the car is in motion.

· When initially selecting positions D, 3, L or R, your right foot should press firmly on the brake pedal to ensure that the car is standing still with the engine idling.

· The gear selector should not be downshifted to L at speeds above 75 mph (125 km/h). Always observe posted speed limits.

· Do not hold the car stationary on an incline by using the accelerator pedal. Instead, apply the hand brake (parking brake). This prevents the transmission oil from becoming overheated.

· When towing a trailer, select shift

position 3.

· While towing a trailer in hilly terrain, do not drive continuously at engine speeds above 4500 rpm to help avoid high engine oil temperatures.

Cooling system

The risk for engine overheating is greatest, especially in hot weather, when:

· Towing a trailer up steep inclines for prolonged periods at wide open throttle and low engine rpm.

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· Stopping the engine suddenly after high speed driving (so-called "after-boiling" can occur).

· To avoid overheating, the following rules should be followed:

Do not drive for prolonged periods at engine speeds above 4500 rpm if you are towing a trailer in hilly terrain.

Reduce speed and downshift when towing a trailer up long, steep inclines. The risk of overheating can be reduced by switching off the air conditioning system for a short time.

Do not let the engine idle unnecessarily for prolonged periods.

Do not mount auxiliary lamps in front of the grill.

When the risk of overheating is imminent, or in the event of overheating (the temperature gauge goes repeatedly into, or stays continually in, the red section), the following precautions should be taken:

· Switch off the air conditioning system.

· Pull off the road, away from traffic, stop the car and put the gear lever into neutral. Do not stop the engine!

· Switch the heater to full (maximum) position. Increase the engine speed to approx. 2000 rpm (twice idling speed) until the temperature begins to drop.

WARNING! Do not remove coolant expansion tank cap. The coolant will be extremely hot.

See "Coolant" to check and top-up the coolant level if necessary.

CAUTION: Drive slowly and carefully if going through standing water (i.e. flooded roadways, etc.). Damage to engine could result if excess water is ingested through the air intake system.

Never drive the vehicle in water deeper than 1 foot (300 mm). See flood warning on

page 8.

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WARNING! Do not drive with trunk lid open! A warning light in the instrument panel will indicate that the trunk is open. Poisonous exhaust gases may enter via the open trunk lid.

If the trunk lid/tailgate must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows:

- Close the windows.

- Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and blower control to its highest setting.

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Electrical system

When replacing the battery or when carrying out work involving the electrical system, the

following should be observed:

· A battery connection to the wrong terminal will damage the electrical system. Before connections are made, check the polarity of the battery with a voltmeter.

· If booster batteries are used for starting, they must be properly connected to minimize the risk of the electrical system being damaged. For correct connection, see "Jump starting" section.

· Never disconnect the battery circuit (for example, to replace the battery) while the engine is running or the ignition is switched on, as this will immediately ruin the generator. Always make sure that all the battery connections are properly tightened.

· If any electrical welding work is performed on the vehicle, the battery's ground lead (negative cable) and all the connecting cables of the generator must be disconnected and the welder cables placed as near the welding points as possible.

· The radio must be turned off before the battery is disconnected.

· The anti-theft code must be re-entered before the radio will function properly.

· The electrical system in your car is designed to accommodate Volvo accessories.

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Three-way catalytic converter

· Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or distributor ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue to operate your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such as engine overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-way catalytic converter.

· Do not park your car over combustible materials, such as grass or leaves, which can come into contact with the hot exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and weather conditions.

· Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one minute), with an intermittently firing or flooded engine, can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating.

· Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine or the vehicle may be illegal and can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating. This includes:

- Altering fuel injection setting or components.

- Altering emission system components or location or removing components.

- Repeated use of leaded fuel.

Note: Unauthorized modifications to the engine or vehicle may also void your warranty.

NOTE: Unleaded fuel is required for cars with three-way catalytic converters.

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