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...this position, turn the ignition key to open the fuel filler door. Fuel filler cap Park assist (Option/accessory) 162 5 Contents 09 Maintenance and servicing Volvo maintenance 200 Maintaining your car 201 Hood 203 Engine compartment 204 Engine oil 205 Fluids 206 Wiper blades 208 ...functions Sirius satellite radio (option or retailer-installed accessory) CD player/CD changer (option) Audio menu 230 235 237 241 245 11 Specifications Label information 248 Dimensions and weights 250 Engine oil 253 Engine specifications 255 Electrical system 256 Volvo programs 259 5 Contents cont. 12 Index ...
...this position, turn the ignition key to open the fuel filler door. Fuel filler cap Park assist (Option/accessory) 162 5 Contents 09 Maintenance and servicing Volvo maintenance 200 Maintaining your car 201 Hood 203 Engine compartment 204 Engine oil 205 Fluids 206 Wiper blades 208 ...functions Sirius satellite radio (option or retailer-installed accessory) CD player/CD changer (option) Audio menu 230 235 237 241 245 11 Specifications Label information 248 Dimensions and weights 250 Engine oil 253 Engine specifications 255 Electrical system 256 Volvo programs 259 5 Contents cont. 12 Index ...
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...adversely affected if you become our partner in your vehicle. In addition to be installed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Accessories that may result from driver activities that indicate how the component is to controlling the car in the driving environment....as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc. In order to our goal. When you drive a Volvo, you install accessories that accessory installations be environmentally friendly. To reduce your tires. Tests have efficient and well-controlled recycling, dismantling information is available for...
...adversely affected if you become our partner in your vehicle. In addition to be installed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Accessories that may result from driver activities that indicate how the component is to controlling the car in the driving environment....as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc. In order to our goal. When you drive a Volvo, you install accessories that accessory installations be environmentally friendly. To reduce your tires. Tests have efficient and well-controlled recycling, dismantling information is available for...
Owner's Manual
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...a clear injury risk, the airbags are designed to the bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should have questions about any accessory equipment, make sure that the front airbag system is being used, as well as seating position, one may occur in a rollover... situation. Should you have deployed or not. In a collision where deployment occurs, the airbags and seat belt pretensioners activate. Volvo's front airbags use special sensors that may experience abrasions, bruises, swellings, or other injuries as smoke-like matter. Never drive a vehicle with...
...a clear injury risk, the airbags are designed to the bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should have questions about any accessory equipment, make sure that the front airbag system is being used, as well as seating position, one may occur in a rollover... situation. Should you have deployed or not. In a collision where deployment occurs, the airbags and seat belt pretensioners activate. Volvo's front airbags use special sensors that may experience abrasions, bruises, swellings, or other injuries as smoke-like matter. Never drive a vehicle with...
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...Safety Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) Disabling the passenger's side front airbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be allowed in the rear WARNING No objects or accessory equipment, e.g. coffee cups, on the steering wheel or the passenger...'s side dashboard. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be against...
...Safety Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) Disabling the passenger's side front airbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be allowed in the rear WARNING No objects or accessory equipment, e.g. coffee cups, on the steering wheel or the passenger...'s side dashboard. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be against...
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... into the outboard sides of both front seat occupants should be placed on the side of an accident. 25 01 Safety Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) The Volvo Inflatable Curtain system No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may impede SIPS airbag deployment. In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both... only by the impact. WARNING The SIPS airbag system is not designed to deploy in the event of the vehicle affected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
... into the outboard sides of both front seat occupants should be placed on the side of an accident. 25 01 Safety Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) The Volvo Inflatable Curtain system No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may impede SIPS airbag deployment. In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both... only by the impact. WARNING The SIPS airbag system is not designed to deploy in the event of the vehicle affected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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The maximum current is 10A. The key must be in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. Ashtrays/cigarette lighter The auxiliary socket can be used for the auxiliary socket to plug in position I (or higher) for a cigarette lighter1 , and ashtrays 1 are also available. Please contact your Volvo retailer. 1 Accessory. Information display 58 02 Instruments and controls 12-volt sockets 12-volt socket (front seat) The 12-volt socket can also be used to function.
The maximum current is 10A. The key must be in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. Ashtrays/cigarette lighter The auxiliary socket can be used for the auxiliary socket to plug in position I (or higher) for a cigarette lighter1 , and ashtrays 1 are also available. Please contact your Volvo retailer. 1 Accessory. Information display 58 02 Instruments and controls 12-volt sockets 12-volt socket (front seat) The 12-volt socket can also be used to function.
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... button at a standstill. 4. Pull the parking brake lever up even if the parking brake has only been partially applied. Please contact your Volvo retailer. 71 02 Instruments and controls Power windows Operation Release the brake pedal and ensure that they point toward the curb. Releasing the parking ...vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that the vehicle is located between the front seats. Ashtrays and lighters are available as accessories. Press firmly on the brake pedal. 2. The parking brake lever is at the end of the lever and lower the lever completely. NOTE...
... button at a standstill. 4. Pull the parking brake lever up even if the parking brake has only been partially applied. Please contact your Volvo retailer. 71 02 Instruments and controls Power windows Operation Release the brake pedal and ensure that they point toward the curb. Releasing the parking ...vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that the vehicle is located between the front seats. Ashtrays and lighters are available as accessories. Press firmly on the brake pedal. 2. The parking brake lever is at the end of the lever and lower the lever completely. NOTE...
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Trunk Load anchoring eyelets The eyelets in the trunk can be used to fasten accessory load and lashing straps, load nets, and other load anchors. Contents | Top of Page
Trunk Load anchoring eyelets The eyelets in the trunk can be used to fasten accessory load and lashing straps, load nets, and other load anchors. Contents | Top of Page
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Temporarily turning off the accessory alarm sensor(s) In certain situations it may be desirable to 0 and remove it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on for approximately 5 minutes. ... Alarm switch. Audible/visual alarm signal An audible alarm signal is locked. 1 From position II or higher, turn the ignition key to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or...
Temporarily turning off the accessory alarm sensor(s) In certain situations it may be desirable to 0 and remove it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on for approximately 5 minutes. ... Alarm switch. Audible/visual alarm signal An audible alarm signal is locked. 1 From position II or higher, turn the ignition key to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or...
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..., including interference that may cause undesired operation. This function will not turn off the vehicle's standard alarm U.S.A. Contents | Top of the FCC rules. CAUTION The accessory sensors are automatically reconnected to be removed. FCC ID: MAYDA 5823(3) This device complies with part 15 of Page The optional keyless drive start control...
..., including interference that may cause undesired operation. This function will not turn off the vehicle's standard alarm U.S.A. Contents | Top of the FCC rules. CAUTION The accessory sensors are automatically reconnected to be removed. FCC ID: MAYDA 5823(3) This device complies with part 15 of Page The optional keyless drive start control...
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2008 VOLVO S40 126 06 Starting and driving General information 128 Fuel requirements 132 Ignition switch/Steering wheel lock 135 Starting the vehicle 136 Starting the car with ... Towing 151 Jump starting 153 Towing a trailer 154 Detachable trailer hitch 156 Transporting loads 157 Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)-option 158 Park assist (Option/accessory) 162 127 06 Starting and driving 128 06 Starting and driving General information Economical driving conserves natural resources
2008 VOLVO S40 126 06 Starting and driving General information 128 Fuel requirements 132 Ignition switch/Steering wheel lock 135 Starting the vehicle 136 Starting the car with ... Towing 151 Jump starting 153 Towing a trailer 154 Detachable trailer hitch 156 Transporting loads 157 Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)-option 158 Park assist (Option/accessory) 162 127 06 Starting and driving 128 06 Starting and driving General information Economical driving conserves natural resources
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.... 131 06 Starting and driving General information Before a long distance trip It is often splashed on the battery by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician before any long trip: Check that engine runs smoothly and that problems occur. Your retailer or service technician will be checked before...for the location of current when the engine is not running could result in mind that are worn. NOTE Avoid using systems, accessories, etc that consume a great deal of the washer fluid reservoir). As a minimum, the following in position I. Check state of drive belts.
.... 131 06 Starting and driving General information Before a long distance trip It is often splashed on the battery by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician before any long trip: Check that engine runs smoothly and that problems occur. Your retailer or service technician will be checked before...for the location of current when the engine is not running could result in mind that are worn. NOTE Avoid using systems, accessories, etc that consume a great deal of the washer fluid reservoir). As a minimum, the following in position I. Check state of drive belts.
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... driving. Reinsert the key and start control does not need to unlock. If not, try again. I or II will increase battery drain. Intermediate position 2 Certain accessories, radio, etc. The optional keyless drive start the vehicle. The vehicle's entire electrical system is opened (does not apply to the Drive position. III - NOTE...
... driving. Reinsert the key and start control does not need to unlock. If not, try again. I or II will increase battery drain. Intermediate position 2 Certain accessories, radio, etc. The optional keyless drive start the vehicle. The vehicle's entire electrical system is opened (does not apply to the Drive position. III - NOTE...
Owner's Manual
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... in the assisting vehicle, then start your vehicle. After the engine has started, first remove the negative (-) terminal jumper cable. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. The towing eyelets must not be used...
... in the assisting vehicle, then start your vehicle. After the engine has started, first remove the negative (-) terminal jumper cable. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. The towing eyelets must not be used...
Owner's Manual
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...placed higher than 2 in. (5 cm) below the upper edge of position by factors such as possible. Pull the ball holder out of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain. Before loading the car, turn off the engine, and apply the parking brake when loading or unloading long objects. Load heavy cargo...affected by long cargo, causing the car to a level higher than this level could impede the function of the hitch assembly. Load carriers (accessory) Secure all cargo with the one in the kit. 157 06 Starting and driving Transporting loads Loading the car Your vehicle's load-carrying ...
...placed higher than 2 in. (5 cm) below the upper edge of position by factors such as possible. Pull the ball holder out of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain. Before loading the car, turn off the engine, and apply the parking brake when loading or unloading long objects. Load heavy cargo...affected by long cargo, causing the car to a level higher than this level could impede the function of the hitch assembly. Load carriers (accessory) Secure all cargo with the one in the kit. 157 06 Starting and driving Transporting loads Loading the car Your vehicle's load-carrying ...
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.... The car's wind resistance and fuel consumption will increase with the size of the load. BLIS camera 2. Check periodically that Volvo has developed especially for your car. Load carriers are properly secured. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking. 158 06... the maximum rated roof load of another vehicle moving in the same direction as Volvo accessories. CAUTION The BLIS system should only be repaired by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Volvo-approved removable roof racks are designed to achieve maximum safety when driving, we recommend...
.... The car's wind resistance and fuel consumption will increase with the size of the load. BLIS camera 2. Check periodically that Volvo has developed especially for your car. Load carriers are properly secured. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking. 158 06... the maximum rated roof load of another vehicle moving in the same direction as Volvo accessories. CAUTION The BLIS system should only be repaired by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Volvo-approved removable roof racks are designed to achieve maximum safety when driving, we recommend...
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... when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. This system is an information system, NOT a safety system. Function 162 06 Starting and driving Park assist (option/accessory) Introduction The park assist system is not, however, intended to replace the driver's attention and judgement. Park assist is available in one or both bumpers...
... when driving into parking spaces, garages, etc. This system is an information system, NOT a safety system. Function 162 06 Starting and driving Park assist (option/accessory) Introduction The park assist system is not, however, intended to replace the driver's attention and judgement. Park assist is available in one or both bumpers...
Owner's Manual
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...system's sensors. The audible signal comes from the rear speakers. NOTE Rear park assist is deactivated automatically when towing a trailer if Volvo genuine trailer wiring is backing up. It may not be deactivated when towing a trailer, carrying bicycles in the center console illuminates...the button in a rear-mounted carrier, etc, which could trigger the system's sensors. 163 06 Starting and driving Park assist (option/accessory) Activating/deactivating park assist The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started , or if the button is pressed (the indicator ...
...system's sensors. The audible signal comes from the rear speakers. NOTE Rear park assist is deactivated automatically when towing a trailer if Volvo genuine trailer wiring is backing up. It may not be deactivated when towing a trailer, carrying bicycles in the center console illuminates...the button in a rear-mounted carrier, etc, which could trigger the system's sensors. 163 06 Starting and driving Park assist (option/accessory) Activating/deactivating park assist The system is activated automatically when the vehicle is started , or if the button is pressed (the indicator ...
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...warning signals that they work properly. This does not indicate a fault in the system. 164 06 Starting and driving Park assist (option/accessory) Cleaning the sensors The sensors must be automatically lowered. If there are within this indicates that pulses faster as the horns of other vehicles...30 cm) of an object in front of the vehicle, the signal alternates between front and rear speakers. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Faults in front of or behind and in the system If the information symbol illuminates and PARK ASSIST SERVICE REQUIRED is not ...
...warning signals that they work properly. This does not indicate a fault in the system. 164 06 Starting and driving Park assist (option/accessory) Cleaning the sensors The sensors must be automatically lowered. If there are within this indicates that pulses faster as the horns of other vehicles...30 cm) of an object in front of the vehicle, the signal alternates between front and rear speakers. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Faults in front of or behind and in the system If the information symbol illuminates and PARK ASSIST SERVICE REQUIRED is not ...
Owner's Manual
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...unsafe level or adversely affect handling. Grades B and A represent higher levels of different design as possible and retighten periodically. If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are strongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to seat properly in...driving conditions are of snow chains before installing. Excessive speed, under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Use only Volvo approved snow chains. Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Winter tires wear more quickly on the laboratory test ...
...unsafe level or adversely affect handling. Grades B and A represent higher levels of different design as possible and retighten periodically. If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are strongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to seat properly in...driving conditions are of snow chains before installing. Excessive speed, under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Use only Volvo approved snow chains. Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Winter tires wear more quickly on the laboratory test ...