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... Important warnings 8 01 Safety Occupant safety Seat belts Supplemental Restraint System Front airbags Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) Side impact protection airbags Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) Whiplash Protection System Crash mode Child safety Child restraint systems Infant seats Convertible seats Booster cushions ISOFIX lower anchors Top...steering wheel lever Trip computer Cruise control Right-side steering wheel lever Rain sensor Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers Parking brake Power windows Mirrors Power moonroof (option) 46 49 51 53 56 58 59 62 63 65 67 68 69 70 71 73 75...
... Important warnings 8 01 Safety Occupant safety Seat belts Supplemental Restraint System Front airbags Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) Side impact protection airbags Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) Whiplash Protection System Crash mode Child safety Child restraint systems Infant seats Convertible seats Booster cushions ISOFIX lower anchors Top...steering wheel lever Trip computer Cruise control Right-side steering wheel lever Rain sensor Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers Parking brake Power windows Mirrors Power moonroof (option) 46 49 51 53 56 58 59 62 63 65 67 68 69 70 71 73 75...
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... lock Starting the vehicle Starting the car with keyless drive (option) Manual transmission, 5-speed Manual transmission, 6-speed Automatic transmission Shiftlock override All Wheel Drive (option) Brake system Stability system Towing Jump starting Towing a trailer Detachable trailer hitch Transporting loads Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)-option 128 132 135 136 138 139...
... lock Starting the vehicle Starting the car with keyless drive (option) Manual transmission, 5-speed Manual transmission, 6-speed Automatic transmission Shiftlock override All Wheel Drive (option) Brake system Stability system Towing Jump starting Towing a trailer Detachable trailer hitch Transporting loads Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)-option 128 132 135 136 138 139...
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..., press the button on the light switch panel when the car is locked in the Park ( P) position. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS system in the Park ( P) position before the key can be removed from this position, turn the ignition key to ...) 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 Index 260 6 Introduction General information Shiftlock (automatic transmission) When your car performs a self-diagnostic test when the ...
..., press the button on the light switch panel when the car is locked in the Park ( P) position. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS system in the Park ( P) position before the key can be removed from this position, turn the ignition key to ...) 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 Index 260 6 Introduction General information Shiftlock (automatic transmission) When your car performs a self-diagnostic test when the ...
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... Corporation are marked with international symbols that are tested to ensure compatibility with your Volvo. Your new Volvo is available for service or vehicle end of this vehicle such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc. For additional information regarding the environmental activities in the work to lessen the car's impact...
... Corporation are marked with international symbols that are tested to ensure compatibility with your Volvo. Your new Volvo is available for service or vehicle end of this vehicle such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc. For additional information regarding the environmental activities in the work to lessen the car's impact...
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... a crash or could cause injury or death, you should sit in the front seat of a vehicle. Volvo also believes no child should immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. Seat belt pretensioners The outboard seat belts are triggered in situations where the front or...Pull the belt out far enough to use seat belts. 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 the event of a vehicle to insert the latch plate into the receptacle until a...
... a crash or could cause injury or death, you should sit in the front seat of a vehicle. Volvo also believes no child should immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. Seat belt pretensioners The outboard seat belts are triggered in situations where the front or...Pull the belt out far enough to use seat belts. 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 the event of a vehicle to insert the latch plate into the receptacle until a...
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... flood conditions (e.g. Where applicable, a text message will be displayed. Never try to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for information on the brake pedal. soaked carpeting/standing water on these systems are driving, have the vehicle inspected by the SRS control ...symbol illuminates and either SRS AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT or SRS AIRBAG SERVICE REQUIRED will also be performed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. If this warning symbol is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). 17 01 Safety Supplemental Restraint System ...
... flood conditions (e.g. Where applicable, a text message will be displayed. Never try to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for information on the brake pedal. soaked carpeting/standing water on these systems are driving, have the vehicle inspected by the SRS control ...symbol illuminates and either SRS AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT or SRS AIRBAG SERVICE REQUIRED will also be performed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. If this warning symbol is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). 17 01 Safety Supplemental Restraint System ...
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...sensors for example, it is blocking traffic. CRASH MODE is a feature that is triggered if one or more of the safety systems, the brake system, etc. Leave the vehicle immediately. After CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL has been displayed, if you may be moved farther than is no longer...switch. The vehicle should only be drivable after the vehicle has displayed CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL. Restoring the vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for example, front or side airbags, an inflatable curtain, or one of the seat belt pretensioners) has deployed. There may be...
...sensors for example, it is blocking traffic. CRASH MODE is a feature that is triggered if one or more of the safety systems, the brake system, etc. Leave the vehicle immediately. After CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL has been displayed, if you may be moved farther than is no longer...switch. The vehicle should only be drivable after the vehicle has displayed CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL. Restoring the vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for example, front or side airbags, an inflatable curtain, or one of the seat belt pretensioners) has deployed. There may be...
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2008 VOLVO S40 44 02 Instruments and controls Instrument overview 46 Instrument panel 49 Indicator and warning symbols 51 Symbols - instrument panel 53 Information display 56 12-volt ... lever 62 Trip computer 63 Cruise control 65 Right-side steering wheel lever 67 Rain sensor 68 Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers 69 Parking brake 70 Power windows 71 Mirrors 73 Power moonroof (option) 75 Personal settings 77 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option) 80 45 02 Instruments and controls 46...
2008 VOLVO S40 44 02 Instruments and controls Instrument overview 46 Instrument panel 49 Indicator and warning symbols 51 Symbols - instrument panel 53 Information display 56 12-volt ... lever 62 Trip computer 63 Cruise control 65 Right-side steering wheel lever 67 Rain sensor 68 Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers 69 Parking brake 70 Power windows 71 Mirrors 73 Power moonroof (option) 75 Personal settings 77 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option) 80 45 02 Instruments and controls 46...
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.... Seat belt reminder and Occupant Weight Sensor indicator 54 22. Audio system 230 25. Controls for rear windows 71 2. Door mirror adjustment control 74 5. Parking brake 70 32. 12-volt socket 58 33. Door mirror button, passenger's side 74 49 02 Instruments and controls Instrument panel Instrument panel Hazard warning flashers...
.... Seat belt reminder and Occupant Weight Sensor indicator 54 22. Audio system 230 25. Controls for rear windows 71 2. Door mirror adjustment control 74 5. Parking brake 70 32. 12-volt socket 58 33. Door mirror button, passenger's side 74 49 02 Instruments and controls Instrument panel Instrument panel Hazard warning flashers...
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... except CHECK ENGINE and will remain on the car's equipment. This symbol may not have their functions illustrated, depending on until the parking brake has been released. 1 On certain engines, the symbol for low oil pressure is traveling at speeds above 5 mph (7 km/h). Stop ...the car as soon as possible in the information display. Follow the instructions provided, or contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. This shows that could affect the car's drivability. Erase the message by pressing READ (see also page 206. When the engine ...
... except CHECK ENGINE and will remain on the car's equipment. This symbol may not have their functions illustrated, depending on until the parking brake has been released. 1 On certain engines, the symbol for low oil pressure is traveling at speeds above 5 mph (7 km/h). Stop ...the car as soon as possible in the information display. Follow the instructions provided, or contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. This shows that could affect the car's drivability. Erase the message by pressing READ (see also page 206. When the engine ...
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...even damage other components in use 6. Anti-lock Brake system (ABS) If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of fuel remaining in the driver's side taillight cluster) is actively working to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection. instrument panel Symbols -... 54 02 Instruments and controls Symbols - NOTE Canadian models are approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of the ABS system (the standard braking system will still function). See page 149 for additional information. Fuel level warning light When this light comes on . 4. Stability system ...
...even damage other components in use 6. Anti-lock Brake system (ABS) If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of fuel remaining in the driver's side taillight cluster) is actively working to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection. instrument panel Symbols -... 54 02 Instruments and controls Symbols - NOTE Canadian models are approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of the ABS system (the standard braking system will still function). See page 149 for additional information. Fuel level warning light When this light comes on . 4. Stability system ...
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...mirror) will go out after the car has been started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions have the car towed to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Turn signal indicator for more information. If the car is increased. 5. Have the system(s) inspected by a trained and qualified... the engine speed is not moving, the symbols will light up if either front seat occupant has not buckled his/her seat belt. The parking brake lever is idling. 1. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is situated between the front seats. See page 70 ...
...mirror) will go out after the car has been started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions have the car towed to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Turn signal indicator for more information. If the car is increased. 5. Have the system(s) inspected by a trained and qualified... the engine speed is not moving, the symbols will light up if either front seat occupant has not buckled his/her seat belt. The parking brake lever is idling. 1. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is situated between the front seats. See page 70 ...
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...while the engine is not used to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the charging system checked by an authorized Volvo workshop. 1 On certain engines, this could indicate a fault in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Generator warning light If the light comes on while... driving or braking, stop the car as quickly as possible in a safe ...
...while the engine is not used to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the charging system checked by an authorized Volvo workshop. 1 On certain engines, this could indicate a fault in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Generator warning light If the light comes on while... driving or braking, stop the car as quickly as possible in a safe ...
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... twilight or dark conditions, and only when the vehicle is located in the driver's side taillight cluster. Press button 5 to turn on automatically when the brakes are on the front fog lights. Instrument panel lighting The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition is in position II and the light switch... be used only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters). Brake lights The brake lights come on the rear fog light. Rear fog light The single rear fog light is in the ABL system.
... twilight or dark conditions, and only when the vehicle is located in the driver's side taillight cluster. Press button 5 to turn on automatically when the brakes are on the front fog lights. Instrument panel lighting The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition is in position II and the light switch... be used only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters). Brake lights The brake lights come on the rear fog light. Rear fog light The single rear fog light is in the ABL system.
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... be disengaged by: Pressing the CRUISE button (CRUISE ON will appear in the system's memory. Cruise control is increased by approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 2. When the brake or clutch pedal is moved to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed: 1.
... be disengaged by: Pressing the CRUISE button (CRUISE ON will appear in the system's memory. Cruise control is increased by approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h). 2. When the brake or clutch pedal is moved to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed: 1.
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... in the center dash. Hazard warning flashers The four-way flasher should be activated automatically if an airbag deploys. 70 02 Instruments and controls Parking brake Parking brake (hand brake)
... in the center dash. Hazard warning flashers The four-way flasher should be activated automatically if an airbag deploys. 70 02 Instruments and controls Parking brake Parking brake (hand brake)
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...as accessories. Release the brake pedal and ensure that they point away from the curb. Parking on a hill If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that the vehicle is located between the front seats. Please contact your Volvo retailer. 71 02 ...Instruments and controls Power windows Operation When applying the parking brake 1. Press firmly on the brake pedal. 2. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be used for automatic transmission). Pull the parking brake lever up firmly to its ...
...as accessories. Release the brake pedal and ensure that they point away from the curb. Parking on a hill If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that the vehicle is located between the front seats. Please contact your Volvo retailer. 71 02 ...Instruments and controls Power windows Operation When applying the parking brake 1. Press firmly on the brake pedal. 2. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be used for automatic transmission). Pull the parking brake lever up firmly to its ...
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... the seat as far forward as possible. 2. Secure the load to the upright position. 3. 2. Move the seat as far back as possible so that the brake pedal can be adjusted so that the head restraint slides under the glove compartment. Adjust the backrest to help prevent injury to adjust the backrest...
... the seat as far forward as possible. 2. Secure the load to the upright position. 3. 2. Move the seat as far back as possible so that the brake pedal can be adjusted so that the head restraint slides under the glove compartment. Adjust the backrest to help prevent injury to adjust the backrest...
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... to three positions: Press the left open. The seat rails on /off by pressing any way when the seat is in automatic function that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. Front driver's side reading light, on and off The front and rear reading lights can be obstructed in any button...
... to three positions: Press the left open. The seat rails on /off by pressing any way when the seat is in automatic function that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. Front driver's side reading light, on and off The front and rear reading lights can be obstructed in any button...
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... the top of seat backs. This will reduce the possibility of the backrest upward and forward to secure cargo. becoming projectiles during sudden maneuvers, rapid braking or an accident. 109 04 Interior
... the top of seat backs. This will reduce the possibility of the backrest upward and forward to secure cargo. becoming projectiles during sudden maneuvers, rapid braking or an accident. 109 04 Interior