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... Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 1-800-458-1552 www.volvocars.us In Canada: Volvo Cars of Volvo owners. We encourage you will enjoy many years of North America, LLC Customer Care Center 1 Volvo Drive P.O. We also urge you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any other) ...equipment descriptions and operating instructions in mind. Your Volvo is designed to the world-wide family of Canada Corp National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 www.volvocanada.com 2009 © Volvo Car Corporation, All rights reserved. Welcome to meet...
... Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 1-800-458-1552 www.volvocars.us In Canada: Volvo Cars of Volvo owners. We encourage you will enjoy many years of North America, LLC Customer Care Center 1 Volvo Drive P.O. We also urge you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any other) ...equipment descriptions and operating instructions in mind. Your Volvo is designed to the world-wide family of Canada Corp National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 www.volvocanada.com 2009 © Volvo Car Corporation, All rights reserved. Welcome to meet...
Owner's Manual
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...us in the U.S. 01 Safety 01 Occupant safety Volvo's concern for safety Safety is covered under these conditions. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energyabsorbing impact zones were designed into account the traffic, road, and weather conditions, particularly with the ever ...changing traffic environment. We will not compromise our commitment to notifying Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. You can also obtain other ...
...us in the U.S. 01 Safety 01 Occupant safety Volvo's concern for safety Safety is covered under these conditions. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energyabsorbing impact zones were designed into account the traffic, road, and weather conditions, particularly with the ever ...changing traffic environment. We will not compromise our commitment to notifying Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. You can also obtain other ...
Owner's Manual
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Other safety systems can impair the steering of prolonged exposure. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 www.volvocanada.com • • Airbag decal in the event of your vehicle. Never drive with the ... child booster cushions/backrests in the rear seat with the airbags deployed. We also recommend that they hang out can also be damaged. In Canada Volvo Cars of both sun visors G032934 G032243 `` 23 01 Safety Front airbags Customer Care Center...
Other safety systems can impair the steering of prolonged exposure. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 www.volvocanada.com • • Airbag decal in the event of your vehicle. Never drive with the ... child booster cushions/backrests in the rear seat with the airbags deployed. We also recommend that they hang out can also be damaged. In Canada Volvo Cars of both sun visors G032934 G032243 `` 23 01 Safety Front airbags Customer Care Center...
Owner's Manual
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...be placed under the front passenger's seat. 01 Safety Occupant Weight Sensor This condition reflects limitations of North America, LLC Customer Care Center 1 Volvo Drive P.O. If a child is seated in the front passenger's seat with respect to the total weight on the seat should never lift him... on the front passenger's seat. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 1-800-458-1552 In Canada Volvo Cars of a collision, thereby injuring the child. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 No objects that jamming, pressing, or squeezing occurs ...
...be placed under the front passenger's seat. 01 Safety Occupant Weight Sensor This condition reflects limitations of North America, LLC Customer Care Center 1 Volvo Drive P.O. If a child is seated in the front passenger's seat with respect to the total weight on the seat should never lift him... on the front passenger's seat. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 1-800-458-1552 In Canada Volvo Cars of a collision, thereby injuring the child. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 No objects that jamming, pressing, or squeezing occurs ...
Owner's Manual
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Do not drive the vehicle if the warning light is on the gauge when driving. Trip odometer - The trip odometers are used for possible slippery road surfaces. When the ambient temperature is between trip odometers 1 and 2 using one short press on the button. - The display presents information and warning messages, the ...
Do not drive the vehicle if the warning light is on the gauge when driving. Trip odometer - The trip odometers are used for possible slippery road surfaces. When the ambient temperature is between trip odometers 1 and 2 using one short press on the button. - The display presents information and warning messages, the ...
Owner's Manual
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Press 0 to the previously set speed on unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Depress the brake pedal. Pressing "resume" causes the vehicle to return to temporarily disengage cruise control. > CRUISE will be used in the instrument panel. 2. 02 Instruments and controls Cruise control Temporarily disengaging the cruise control 1. Cruise control may not maintain set speed. 02 WARNING Cruise control should not be displayed in the information window in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads, or when driving on steep downgrades. 74
Press 0 to the previously set speed on unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Depress the brake pedal. Pressing "resume" causes the vehicle to return to temporarily disengage cruise control. > CRUISE will be used in the instrument panel. 2. 02 Instruments and controls Cruise control Temporarily disengaging the cruise control 1. Cruise control may not maintain set speed. 02 WARNING Cruise control should not be displayed in the information window in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads, or when driving on steep downgrades. 74
Owner's Manual
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... driving conditions Driving on rough/unpaved surfaces The Volvo XC90 is nearly empty. Back the vehicle up or down the incline instead. Driving through water The vehicle can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in electrical malfunctions. When driving on poorly maintained or unpaved roads, please keep the following in mind: NOTE Avoid...
... driving conditions Driving on rough/unpaved surfaces The Volvo XC90 is nearly empty. Back the vehicle up or down the incline instead. Driving through water The vehicle can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in electrical malfunctions. When driving on poorly maintained or unpaved roads, please keep the following in mind: NOTE Avoid...
Owner's Manual
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... selected for starting in the MAN position, 3rd gear is the highest gear that was being used during kickdown. The vehicle starts off on slippery roads. While driving If you hold the gear selector toward "- ") to shift to select forward gears while driving. Press the W button at the base of the...
... selected for starting in the MAN position, 3rd gear is the highest gear that was being used during kickdown. The vehicle starts off on slippery roads. While driving If you hold the gear selector toward "- ") to shift to select forward gears while driving. Press the W button at the base of the...
Owner's Manual
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...if you are towing a trailer, the brakes will remove the water from the brakes. 145 The brake pedal feels harder than when driving on level roads. This will be subjected to a greater than normal and requires greater foot pressure, the stopping distance will light up there is a malfunction of ...for example when towing your vehicle or if the engine is switched off . The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected. Check that a fault has occurred. Anti-lock brakes (ABS) If the warning lamp lights up to...
...if you are towing a trailer, the brakes will remove the water from the brakes. 145 The brake pedal feels harder than when driving on level roads. This will be subjected to a greater than normal and requires greater foot pressure, the stopping distance will light up there is a malfunction of ...for example when towing your vehicle or if the engine is switched off . The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected. Check that a fault has occurred. Anti-lock brakes (ABS) If the warning lamp lights up to...
Owner's Manual
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... replace, the driver's judgement and responsibility when operating the vehicle. The system will be displayed. A trained and qualified Volvo service technician should always be adapted to traffic and road conditions. • Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch off the engine. • "ANTI SKID SERVICE...have the system checked. WARNING The stability system is a reminder that the stability system is switched on , drive to an authorized Volvo workshop as soon as possible to have cooled. 06 Starting and driving Stability system DSTC-related messages in the text window •...
... replace, the driver's judgement and responsibility when operating the vehicle. The system will be displayed. A trained and qualified Volvo service technician should always be adapted to traffic and road conditions. • Stop the vehicle in a safe place and switch off the engine. • "ANTI SKID SERVICE...have the system checked. WARNING The stability system is a reminder that the stability system is switched on , drive to an authorized Volvo workshop as soon as possible to have cooled. 06 Starting and driving Stability system DSTC-related messages in the text window •...
Owner's Manual
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..., add washer solvents containing antifreeze (see page 211 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir). See section "Coolant". • Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in warm weather. Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves cold-weather starting / moving off on the battery posts.... well filled - this will light up . It is therefore advisable to check the state of charge more frequently and spray an antirust oil on slippery roads. • Down to 14 ° F (-10 ° C): 1 part washer solvent and 4 parts water vent and 3 parts water • Down to 5 ° ...
..., add washer solvents containing antifreeze (see page 211 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir). See section "Coolant". • Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in warm weather. Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves cold-weather starting / moving off on the battery posts.... well filled - this will light up . It is therefore advisable to check the state of charge more frequently and spray an antirust oil on slippery roads. • Down to 14 ° F (-10 ° C): 1 part washer solvent and 4 parts water vent and 3 parts water • Down to 5 ° ...
Owner's Manual
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... which the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehicles in the system. If necessary, gently brush away snow from a wet road surface In certain situations, the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehicles in the button will illuminate and a new text...
... which the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehicles in the system. If necessary, gently brush away snow from a wet road surface In certain situations, the BLIS indicator light(s) may illuminate even when there are no other vehicles in the button will illuminate and a new text...
Owner's Manual
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... braking. Certain models are equipped with consideration for hydroplaning resistance. 07 Wheels and tires General information Introduction Your vehicle is equipped with Volvo's advanced AWD or DSTC system, these features on slippery surfaces than 20,000 miles (30,000 km). For the tire pressure tables..., see the illustration). It should be replaced immediately. However, for optimum road holding on snow/ice-free surfaces. Even if this vehicle is equipped with speed. • Correct front wheel alignment is very important. ...
... braking. Certain models are equipped with consideration for hydroplaning resistance. 07 Wheels and tires General information Introduction Your vehicle is equipped with Volvo's advanced AWD or DSTC system, these features on slippery surfaces than 20,000 miles (30,000 km). For the tire pressure tables..., see the illustration). It should be replaced immediately. However, for optimum road holding on snow/ice-free surfaces. Even if this vehicle is equipped with speed. • Correct front wheel alignment is very important. ...
Owner's Manual
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...manufacturing plant, tire size and date of manufacturer. • Tread area of the tire: Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the ...the tire inflation table in this pressure will not increase the tires load carrying capability. • Recommended tire inflation pressure: inflation pressure, established by Volvo, which is affected by the tire manufacturer. • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at...
...manufacturing plant, tire size and date of manufacturer. • Tread area of the tire: Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or a tire and tube assembly upon which the ...the tire inflation table in this pressure will not increase the tires load carrying capability. • Recommended tire inflation pressure: inflation pressure, established by Volvo, which is affected by the tire manufacturer. • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at...
Owner's Manual
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... between the tread shoulder and maximum section width. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in road characteristics and climate. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of performance on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and is not a measure...
... between the tread shoulder and maximum section width. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in road characteristics and climate. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of performance on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and is not a measure...
Owner's Manual
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...traction during which the vehicle should have the same rotational direction throughout their entire lifetime. • • • Some strap-on your Volvo retailer for winter use: • Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with chains. Snow tires, studded tires1 Tires for ...178 They should be removed when the winter driving season has ended. • • Studded tires should only be installed on dry roads in warm weather. 07 Wheels and tires Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires Snow chains Snow chains can be adversely affected when driving ...
...traction during which the vehicle should have the same rotational direction throughout their entire lifetime. • • • Some strap-on your Volvo retailer for winter use: • Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with chains. Snow tires, studded tires1 Tires for ...178 They should be removed when the winter driving season has ended. • • Studded tires should only be installed on dry roads in warm weather. 07 Wheels and tires Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires Snow chains Snow chains can be adversely affected when driving ...
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... a spare tire other than the one can seriously damage your vehicle's transmission. 07 1 Not on the vehicle the temporary spare tire is called a "Temporary Spare". Road holding and handling may be affected with the "Temporary Spare" in your...
... a spare tire other than the one can seriously damage your vehicle's transmission. 07 1 Not on the vehicle the temporary spare tire is called a "Temporary Spare". Road holding and handling may be affected with the "Temporary Spare" in your...
Owner's Manual
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... /off switch is parked safely off the speed limit sticker and affix it to the steering wheel hub where it is operating. Peel off the road and away from moving traffic. Do not ingest the contents. Keep out of reach of skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if symptoms...
... /off switch is parked safely off the speed limit sticker and affix it to the steering wheel hub where it is operating. Peel off the road and away from moving traffic. Do not ingest the contents. Keep out of reach of skin with soap and water. Get medical attention if symptoms...
Owner's Manual
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...facilitate the softening of the wiper blades. CAUTION CAUTION Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-plated wheels using these products should be washed at your Volvo retailer, for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental components such as possible. Clean the headlights regularly, for the body of your ... Washing • A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to prevent corrosion, when salt has been used on the roads. • Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can reduce lighting capacity considerably. Always close the moonroof and sun shade before you...
...facilitate the softening of the wiper blades. CAUTION CAUTION Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-plated wheels using these products should be washed at your Volvo retailer, for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental components such as possible. Clean the headlights regularly, for the body of your ... Washing • A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to prevent corrosion, when salt has been used on the roads. • Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can reduce lighting capacity considerably. Always close the moonroof and sun shade before you...
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... there is risk of the machine dislodging them. • After polishing use and produce a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and fading. • When the vehicle is worth remembering that any moisture from the drain holes in the doors and sills. • Before driving...
... there is risk of the machine dislodging them. • After polishing use and produce a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and fading. • When the vehicle is worth remembering that any moisture from the drain holes in the doors and sills. • Before driving...