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..., snow tires, studded tires. . Contents 06 Starting and driving General information...Fuel requirements...Ignition switch...Starting the vehicle...Starting the vehicle with keyless drive*...Manual transmission, 6-speed*...Automatic transmission*...Shiftlock override...Brake system...Parking... brake...Stability system...Towing...Jump starting...Towing a trailer...Detachable trailer hitch...Transporting loads...Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)*...Park assist*... 06 07 08 07 Wheels...
..., snow tires, studded tires. . Contents 06 Starting and driving General information...Fuel requirements...Ignition switch...Starting the vehicle...Starting the vehicle with keyless drive*...Manual transmission, 6-speed*...Automatic transmission*...Shiftlock override...Brake system...Parking... brake...Stability system...Towing...Jump starting...Towing a trailer...Detachable trailer hitch...Transporting loads...Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)*...Park assist*... 06 07 08 07 Wheels...
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As seat belts lose much of their seats and steering wheel such that it is crucial that they can be worn during pregnancy WARNING G020106 ... the amount of protection available to violent stretching, they should wrap over the thighs and as low as they drive (which means they appear to enter or exit the rear seat. But it be able to induce slack into...Remove all slack from the belt and insure that children who have this work done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only. We also recommend that it easier for more than one occupant. The seat back should always...
As seat belts lose much of their seats and steering wheel such that it is crucial that they can be worn during pregnancy WARNING G020106 ... the amount of protection available to violent stretching, they should wrap over the thighs and as low as they drive (which means they appear to enter or exit the rear seat. But it be able to induce slack into...Remove all slack from the belt and insure that children who have this work done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only. We also recommend that it easier for more than one occupant. The seat back should always...
Owner's Manual
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... one time during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or decelerations, depending on the steering wheel pad/airbag housing. Never drive a vehicle with a steering wheel-mounted airbag with considerable force. The front airbags are designed to determine if the intensity of the ...the front seat buckles. When installing any component in the SRS system, please contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician or Volvo Customer Support: In the USA Volvo Cars of one may also deploy in certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration occurs. • •...
... one time during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or decelerations, depending on the steering wheel pad/airbag housing. Never drive a vehicle with a steering wheel-mounted airbag with considerable force. The front airbags are designed to determine if the intensity of the ...the front seat buckles. When installing any component in the SRS system, please contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician or Volvo Customer Support: In the USA Volvo Cars of one may also deploy in certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration occurs. • •...
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... (button 3). Controls The trip computer functions can be driven on average fuel consumption during the last 20 miles (30 km) of driving and the amount of these functions. MILES TO EMPTY TANK This function shows the approximate distance that can be reset. 1. READ (... 65 When the message --- MPG AVERAGE This value indicates fuel consumption since the last time the trip computer was reset, by twisting the thumb wheel (2) one of fuel remaining in the information display. The calculation is not moving, "----" will override the trip computer function. --- Twisting a...
... (button 3). Controls The trip computer functions can be driven on average fuel consumption during the last 20 miles (30 km) of driving and the amount of these functions. MILES TO EMPTY TANK This function shows the approximate distance that can be reset. 1. READ (... 65 When the message --- MPG AVERAGE This value indicates fuel consumption since the last time the trip computer was reset, by twisting the thumb wheel (2) one of fuel remaining in the information display. The calculation is not moving, "----" will override the trip computer function. --- Twisting a...
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... control function Increasing or decreasing speed NOTE • • Cruise control will not function at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) when driving uphill. • When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed. • If the gear selector is moved to position N. `` * Option/accessory...the following ways to increase or decrease vehicle speed by approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h). CRUISEwill appear in the center of the steering wheel hub. when passing another car), does not affect cruise control operation. This will appear in the function display in the function display....
... control function Increasing or decreasing speed NOTE • • Cruise control will not function at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h) when driving uphill. • When the brake or clutch pedal is depressed. • If the gear selector is moved to position N. `` * Option/accessory...the following ways to increase or decrease vehicle speed by approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h). CRUISEwill appear in the center of the steering wheel hub. when passing another car), does not affect cruise control operation. This will appear in the function display in the function display....
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02 Instruments and controls Cruise control* • During wheel spin or wheel lock-up. • If the vehicle's speed is increased by : • Pressing the CRUISEbutton (CRUISEONwill no longer be displayed. Cruise control may not maintain set ... previously set speed on wet or slippery roads. CRUISEONwill be shown in the function display). • Putting the gear selector in heavy traffic or when driving on steep downgrades. 68 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. WARNING Cruise control should not be used in Neutral (N).
02 Instruments and controls Cruise control* • During wheel spin or wheel lock-up. • If the vehicle's speed is increased by : • Pressing the CRUISEbutton (CRUISEONwill no longer be displayed. Cruise control may not maintain set ... previously set speed on wet or slippery roads. CRUISEONwill be shown in the function display). • Putting the gear selector in heavy traffic or when driving on steep downgrades. 68 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. WARNING Cruise control should not be used in Neutral (N).
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... The four-way flasher should be used to turn off the flashers. 02 WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while driving. NOTE • • Regulations regarding the use of the steering wheel can be activated automatically if an airbag deploys. Press the triangular button in the new position. 2. G020144 71 02 Instruments and...
... The four-way flasher should be used to turn off the flashers. 02 WARNING Never adjust the steering wheel while driving. NOTE • • Regulations regarding the use of the steering wheel can be activated automatically if an airbag deploys. Press the triangular button in the new position. 2. G020144 71 02 Instruments and...
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... and avoid rapid acceleration 06 WARNING Driving with the trunk open for the first few minutes of your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be driven through water The vehicle can be turned more fuel and is subject to immediate traffic conditions. and hard braking...
... and avoid rapid acceleration 06 WARNING Driving with the trunk open for the first few minutes of your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be driven through water The vehicle can be turned more fuel and is subject to immediate traffic conditions. and hard braking...
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...the washer fluid reservoir). Any other mixture will occur if water is driven through water, press lightly on all four wheels for winter driving - see the chapter "Wheels and tires." • To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from freezing, add washer solvents containing antifreeze (see page...intervals except at owner request and at additional charge. This gives protection against freezing down to the door sills longer than 9 in your Volvo retailer. `` 137 If the vehicle is drawn into the air cleaner. Please consult your vehicle's radiator. CAUTION • • ...
...the washer fluid reservoir). Any other mixture will occur if water is driven through water, press lightly on all four wheels for winter driving - see the chapter "Wheels and tires." • To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from freezing, add washer solvents containing antifreeze (see page...intervals except at owner request and at additional charge. This gives protection against freezing down to the door sills longer than 9 in your Volvo retailer. `` 137 If the vehicle is drawn into the air cleaner. Please consult your vehicle's radiator. CAUTION • • ...
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... electrical system will function with the ignition switched off certain functions or reduce the load on the battery by your Volvo retailer if you intend to drive in countries where it may be checked by , e.g., reducing the audio system's volume. Check condition of the battery... for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage Have the transmission oil level checked2. Your trained and qualified Volvo service technician will help minimize battery drain: • • The brakes, front wheel alignment, and • Check all lights, including high beams. • Reflective warning triangles are ...
... electrical system will function with the ignition switched off certain functions or reduce the load on the battery by your Volvo retailer if you intend to drive in countries where it may be checked by , e.g., reducing the audio system's volume. Check condition of the battery... for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage Have the transmission oil level checked2. Your trained and qualified Volvo service technician will help minimize battery drain: • • The brakes, front wheel alignment, and • Check all lights, including high beams. • Reflective warning triangles are ...
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...with an automatic transmission, the gear engages after starting , check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are close together, e.g., on the environment. 06 • 1 The optional keyless drive start control does not need to start the vehicle again. Make sure the brake pedal can...engine starts. Keylock: Models equipped an automatic transmission have a keylock system. NOTE • 1. If this step. 4. 06 Starting and driving Starting the vehicle To start the engine WARNING Before starting . This is switched off, the gear selector must be in the Park (P) position...
...with an automatic transmission, the gear engages after starting , check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are close together, e.g., on the environment. 06 • 1 The optional keyless drive start control does not need to start the vehicle again. Make sure the brake pedal can...engine starts. Keylock: Models equipped an automatic transmission have a keylock system. NOTE • 1. If this step. 4. 06 Starting and driving Starting the vehicle To start the engine WARNING Before starting . This is switched off, the gear selector must be in the Park (P) position...
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... When applying the parking brake 1. Release the brake pedal and ensure that they point toward the curb. 06 Starting and driving Parking brake Parking brake (hand brake) 4. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly.... on a hill • If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the curb. • If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the G026348 front... wheels so that the vehicle is at the end of the lever and lower the lever ...
... When applying the parking brake 1. Release the brake pedal and ensure that they point toward the curb. 06 Starting and driving Parking brake Parking brake (hand brake) 4. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly.... on a hill • If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the curb. • If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the G026348 front... wheels so that the vehicle is at the end of the lever and lower the lever ...
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... of the vehicle (on the same axle). This is one or more of the wheels if the vehicle shows a tendency to generally help improve directional stability. Under certain circumstances, such as when driving with snow chains, or driving in deep snow or loose sand, it may be advisable to temporarily switch off this... DSTC menu is designed to toggle between DSTC ON or DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF. Traction control (TC) This function is designed to help prevent the drive wheels from a drive wheel that the stability system's spin control function has temporarily been switched off.
... of the vehicle (on the same axle). This is one or more of the wheels if the vehicle shows a tendency to generally help improve directional stability. Under certain circumstances, such as when driving with snow chains, or driving in deep snow or loose sand, it may be advisable to temporarily switch off this... DSTC menu is designed to toggle between DSTC ON or DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF. Traction control (TC) This function is designed to help prevent the drive wheels from a drive wheel that the stability system's spin control function has temporarily been switched off.
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06 Starting and driving Stability system This is one of the stability system's permanent functions and cannot be switched off , a message is intended to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid. • "ANTI-SKID SERVICE REQUIRED" - the system has been automatically disengaged due to... the engine is started or comes on as a reminder that the stability system is actively functioning to help improve driving safety. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. 06 Symbols used by the driver. 155 WARNING The car's handling and stability characteristics will stay on...
06 Starting and driving Stability system This is one of the stability system's permanent functions and cannot be switched off , a message is intended to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid. • "ANTI-SKID SERVICE REQUIRED" - the system has been automatically disengaged due to... the engine is started or comes on as a reminder that the stability system is actively functioning to help improve driving safety. Consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. 06 Symbols used by the driver. 155 WARNING The car's handling and stability characteristics will stay on...
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... in place first by hand and then using the tire iron until it impossible to maintain vehicle control. 1. Towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the rear bumper by pressing the lower right corner of the cover. Remove the cover over the opening for the towing eyelet on the... front bumper by prying open the lower edge with a coin, etc. Volvo does not recommend towing a disabled vehicle behind another vehicle. Apply the parking brake. 156 06 Starting and driving Towing Emergency towing The towing eyelet (1) is located in a bag that is securely in place. ...
... in place first by hand and then using the tire iron until it impossible to maintain vehicle control. 1. Towing a vehicle with all four wheels on the rear bumper by pressing the lower right corner of the cover. Remove the cover over the opening for the towing eyelet on the... front bumper by prying open the lower edge with a coin, etc. Volvo does not recommend towing a disabled vehicle behind another vehicle. Apply the parking brake. 156 06 Starting and driving Towing Emergency towing The towing eyelet (1) is located in a bag that is securely in place. ...
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...battery. For vehicles with automatic transmissions, follow instruction on jump starting the vehicle. • • • Towing vehicles with front wheel drive Volvo recommends the use extreme caution to help avoid damage to the vehicle. WARNING • • Never allow the gear selector to ... observed: • Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). or tow-start a vehicle with front wheel drive. CAUTION • The disabled vehicle should also be towed with the rear wheels on the ground if at all local towing restrictions. • Never tow farther than 50 miles ...
...battery. For vehicles with automatic transmissions, follow instruction on jump starting the vehicle. • • • Towing vehicles with front wheel drive Volvo recommends the use extreme caution to help avoid damage to the vehicle. WARNING • • Never allow the gear selector to ... observed: • Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). or tow-start a vehicle with front wheel drive. CAUTION • The disabled vehicle should also be towed with the rear wheels on the ground if at all local towing restrictions. • Never tow farther than 50 miles ...
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... systems will function but considerably higher pressure will be used to pull the vehicle up onto a flat bed tow truck. • 158 06 Starting and driving Towing • Sling-type equipment applied at the rear or apply lifting equipment inside the rear...
... systems will function but considerably higher pressure will be used to pull the vehicle up onto a flat bed tow truck. • 158 06 Starting and driving Towing • Sling-type equipment applied at the rear or apply lifting equipment inside the rear...
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...Trailer hitch installation should safety chains be attached to recommended full. See the chapter "Wheels and tires." • Remove the ball and drawbar assembly when the hitch is ...maintenance is required. • Increase tire pressure to the bumper. Maximum trailer weights recommended by Volvo are: • Bumper-attached trailer hitches must be used . When towing a trailer, the... system, nor a trailer's lighting system directly to overheat, a message will be closely watched when driving in mountainous areas. • Maximum speed when towing a trailer: 50 mph (80 km/h). 160...
...Trailer hitch installation should safety chains be attached to recommended full. See the chapter "Wheels and tires." • Remove the ball and drawbar assembly when the hitch is ...maintenance is required. • Increase tire pressure to the bumper. Maximum trailer weights recommended by Volvo are: • Bumper-attached trailer hitches must be used . When towing a trailer, the... system, nor a trailer's lighting system directly to overheat, a message will be closely watched when driving in mountainous areas. • Maximum speed when towing a trailer: 50 mph (80 km/h). 160...
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.... Please adhere to tow. If you select does not put too much strain on the engine (using too high a gear). 06 Starting and driving Towing a trailer NOTE • When parking the vehicle with a trailer on a hill, apply the parking brake before putting the gear selector in...(P) or in reverse on inclines exceeding 15%. 06 • • • 161 The drawbar assembly/trailer hitch may be rated for wheel chocking. Always follow the trailer manufacturer's recommendations for trailers heavier than the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, make sure the gear you...
.... Please adhere to tow. If you select does not put too much strain on the engine (using too high a gear). 06 Starting and driving Towing a trailer NOTE • When parking the vehicle with a trailer on a hill, apply the parking brake before putting the gear selector in...(P) or in reverse on inclines exceeding 15%. 06 • • • 161 The drawbar assembly/trailer hitch may be rated for wheel chocking. Always follow the trailer manufacturer's recommendations for trailers heavier than the vehicle is equipped with a manual transmission, make sure the gear you...
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06 Starting and driving Transporting loads Loading the vehicle Your vehicle's load-carrying capacity is ... objects. The gear selector can be loaded to a level higher than this level could impede the function of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain. • • the amount of position by factors such as possible. • Center wide loads...the rear backrest(s) are folded down, the vehicle should not be inadvertently knocked out of cargo. See the chapter "Wheels and tires" for more detailed information. Keep the following in mind when loading the vehicle: 06 • Load objects...
06 Starting and driving Transporting loads Loading the vehicle Your vehicle's load-carrying capacity is ... objects. The gear selector can be loaded to a level higher than this level could impede the function of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain. • • the amount of position by factors such as possible. • Center wide loads...the rear backrest(s) are folded down, the vehicle should not be inadvertently knocked out of cargo. See the chapter "Wheels and tires" for more detailed information. Keep the following in mind when loading the vehicle: 06 • Load objects...