Owner's Manual
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... if the airbags should have questions about 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 North America, LLC Customer Care Center P.O. This is more severe, the airbags are triggered at full...and/or airbags to present a clear injury risk, the airbags are triggered at partial capacity. If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixed object at which trigger the front airbags, are designed to deploy during an accident. Box 914 Rockleigh...
... if the airbags should have questions about 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 North America, LLC Customer Care Center P.O. This is more severe, the airbags are triggered at full...and/or airbags to present a clear injury risk, the airbags are triggered at partial capacity. If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixed object at which trigger the front airbags, are designed to deploy during an accident. Box 914 Rockleigh...
Owner's Manual
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... is unlocked and when the key has been removed from the ignition switch. The lighting will be used only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to position II. 2. Instrument panel lighting The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition is in position...
... is unlocked and when the key has been removed from the ignition switch. The lighting will be used only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to position II. 2. Instrument panel lighting The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition is in position...
Owner's Manual
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... liftgate wiper/washer Windshield wipers off C. Headlight washers (certain models) The wipers will sweep one stroke at "normal" speed. Before using the wipers, ice and snow should be removed from the windshield/ rear window. Intermittent wiper function With the lever in position 0. on/off The windshield wipers are not frozen in...
... liftgate wiper/washer Windshield wipers off C. Headlight washers (certain models) The wipers will sweep one stroke at "normal" speed. Before using the wipers, ice and snow should be removed from the windshield/ rear window. Intermittent wiper function With the lever in position 0. on/off The windshield wipers are not frozen in...
Owner's Manual
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..., immediately open it until the moonroof has closed . Close: Push the switch forward to normal function after a brief cool-down period. CAUTION Remove ice and snow before opening the moonroof. WARNING If the moonroof is obstructed during auto-close the moonroof if it is obstructed in a vehicle. Do not operate the...
..., immediately open it until the moonroof has closed . Close: Push the switch forward to normal function after a brief cool-down period. CAUTION Remove ice and snow before opening the moonroof. WARNING If the moonroof is obstructed during auto-close the moonroof if it is obstructed in a vehicle. Do not operate the...
Owner's Manual
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...that includes either manually adjustable air conditioning or optional Electronic Climate Control (ECC). NOTE In warm weather, a small amount of snow. Ice and snow Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of water may accumulate under the vehicle when it has... Air conditioning - Fog on - A/C Your vehicle is normal. The air conditioning system can be left on the inside of the windows 2008 VOLVO C30 84 03 Climate General information 86 Air vents 88 Manual climate control 89 Electronic Climate Control (ECC) - This water is condensation from fogging...
...that includes either manually adjustable air conditioning or optional Electronic Climate Control (ECC). NOTE In warm weather, a small amount of snow. Ice and snow Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of water may accumulate under the vehicle when it has... Air conditioning - Fog on - A/C Your vehicle is normal. The air conditioning system can be left on the inside of the windows 2008 VOLVO C30 84 03 Climate General information 86 Air vents 88 Manual climate control 89 Electronic Climate Control (ECC) - This water is condensation from fogging...
Owner's Manual
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This does not allow the engine to understeer. Maintain correct tire pressure. Remove snow tires when threat of rear wheel skid. Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can alter with a light foot on and the windows closed ...than might seem appropriate for driving short distances. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of snow or ice has ended. The heavier the load in the vehicle. Loads should be kept open for any reason, proceed as possible by driving with...
This does not allow the engine to understeer. Maintain correct tire pressure. Remove snow tires when threat of rear wheel skid. Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can alter with a light foot on and the windows closed ...than might seem appropriate for driving short distances. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of snow or ice has ended. The heavier the load in the vehicle. Loads should be kept open for any reason, proceed as possible by driving with...
Owner's Manual
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...This reduces the oil's lubricating capacity and may enter the differential and the transmission. are functioning normally. Please consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. 134 06 Starting and driving General information more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil on the brake pedal to ensure that...oil is worthwhile to add fuel line de-icer before the approach of cold weather, the following advice is recommended. The use of snow tires on the windshield during the winter since dirt is changed at the normal maintenance intervals except at owner request and at a ...
...This reduces the oil's lubricating capacity and may enter the differential and the transmission. are functioning normally. Please consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. 134 06 Starting and driving General information more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil on the brake pedal to ensure that...oil is worthwhile to add fuel line de-icer before the approach of cold weather, the following advice is recommended. The use of snow tires on the windshield during the winter since dirt is changed at the normal maintenance intervals except at owner request and at a ...
Owner's Manual
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... the correct fuel. NOTE Consider your vehicle's transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo service technician. 136 06 Starting and driving Fuel requirements Octane rating MINIMUM Volvo recommends premium for best performance, but using premium 91 octane fuel. RECOMMENDED In demanding driving... brands to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and fuel economy performance using 87 octane or above will be difficult to occur, consider snow tires. 1 To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not inspect your engine's capacity, and for the smoothest possible...
... the correct fuel. NOTE Consider your vehicle's transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo service technician. 136 06 Starting and driving Fuel requirements Octane rating MINIMUM Volvo recommends premium for best performance, but using premium 91 octane fuel. RECOMMENDED In demanding driving... brands to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and fuel economy performance using 87 octane or above will be difficult to occur, consider snow tires. 1 To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not inspect your engine's capacity, and for the smoothest possible...
Owner's Manual
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... will illuminate and remain on until the DSTC menu is started. This is accelerating. Under certain circumstances, such as when driving with snow chains, or driving in deep snow or loose sand, it may be audible when the system is actively operating and is most active at low speeds. AYC This function...
... will illuminate and remain on until the DSTC menu is started. This is accelerating. Under certain circumstances, such as when driving with snow chains, or driving in deep snow or loose sand, it may be audible when the system is actively operating and is most active at low speeds. AYC This function...
Owner's Manual
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CAUTION Clean the lenses carefully to erase the message. If necessary, gently brush away snow from the lenses. 159 06 Starting and driving Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)-option Switching BLIS on and off , and a text message is switched on .... BLIS can be kept clean. Press the READ button (see page 56) to avoid scratching. The lenses are electrically heated to help melt ice or snow. The indicator light in the button will illuminate and a new text message will provide confirmation by pressing the button. BLIS system messages Cleaning the BLIS...
CAUTION Clean the lenses carefully to erase the message. If necessary, gently brush away snow from the lenses. 159 06 Starting and driving Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)-option Switching BLIS on and off , and a text message is switched on .... BLIS can be kept clean. Press the READ button (see page 56) to avoid scratching. The lenses are electrically heated to help melt ice or snow. The indicator light in the button will illuminate and a new text message will provide confirmation by pressing the button. BLIS system messages Cleaning the BLIS...
Owner's Manual
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NOTE If the sensors are obstructed by e.g., dirt, snow, or ice, this could result in false warning signals from the park assist system. 163 06 Starting and driving This page left intentionally blank. Contents | Top of Page Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals.
NOTE If the sensors are obstructed by e.g., dirt, snow, or ice, this could result in false warning signals from the park assist system. 163 06 Starting and driving This page left intentionally blank. Contents | Top of Page Ice and snow covering the sensors may cause incorrect warning signals.
Owner's Manual
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... wet surfaces. However, for optimum road holding on Canadian models. Certain models are equipped with tires according to give these features on all -season" rating. 2008 VOLVO C30 164 07 Wheels and tires General information 166 Tire inflation 168 Tire designations 172 Glossary of tire terminology 174 Carrying loads 175 Uniform tire quality... the rear of the driver's door opening), or on the inside of road holding on icy or snowcovered roads, we recommend suitable winter tires on snow/ice-free surfaces.
... wet surfaces. However, for optimum road holding on Canadian models. Certain models are equipped with tires according to give these features on all -season" rating. 2008 VOLVO C30 164 07 Wheels and tires General information 166 Tire inflation 168 Tire designations 172 Glossary of tire terminology 174 Carrying loads 175 Uniform tire quality... the rear of the driver's door opening), or on the inside of road holding on icy or snowcovered roads, we recommend suitable winter tires on snow/ice-free surfaces.
Owner's Manual
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... showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can be carried by the tire. M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All Terrain, AS = All Season 8. H : The tire's speed rating, or the maximum speed at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for the vehicle, and with...
... showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes, recommended inflation pressure, and the maximum weight the vehicle can be carried by the tire. M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All Terrain, AS = All Season 8. H : The tire's speed rating, or the maximum speed at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for the vehicle, and with...
Owner's Manual
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...than the original tires and wheels, chains in combination, can cause heat buildup and tire failure. 177 07 Wheels and tires Winter driving Snow chains Snow chains can be used . WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is established for a tire that all passenger vehicle tires must be... tests and is properly inflated and not overloaded. If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are Consult your Volvo retailer for winter use of performance on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be installed on your...
...than the original tires and wheels, chains in combination, can cause heat buildup and tire failure. 177 07 Wheels and tires Winter driving Snow chains Snow chains can be used . WARNING The traction grade assigned to this tire is established for a tire that all passenger vehicle tires must be... tests and is properly inflated and not overloaded. If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are Consult your Volvo retailer for winter use of performance on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be installed on your...
Owner's Manual
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...and rear tires set at an angle that is a compromise. Further, tires that can make suspension wear harder to force aside rain, snow and slush. Early detection is intended to help reduce oversteer. The following information is very important, because suspension problems can fully adapt to ...if tires are unsure about the suspension. A tire that are marked with the most tread should always be at different angles. Contact a Volvo workshop if you are rotated, the tread will wear faster. If you understand why. Summer and winter tires When switching between summer and ...
...and rear tires set at an angle that is a compromise. Further, tires that can make suspension wear harder to force aside rain, snow and slush. Early detection is intended to help reduce oversteer. The following information is very important, because suspension problems can fully adapt to ...if tires are unsure about the suspension. A tire that are marked with the most tread should always be at different angles. Contact a Volvo workshop if you are rotated, the tread will wear faster. If you understand why. Summer and winter tires When switching between summer and ...
Owner's Manual
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... over the vehicle with sponge and water. Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can reduce lighting capacity considerably. Exterior components Volvo recommends the use of special cleaning products, available at your Volvo retailer, for the body of your car, but it is a simple and quick way to remove dirt ... your vehicle. Do not spray into an automatic car wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to avoid damaging the windshield wipers. Dirt, snow, etc., on the moonroof. Clean the headlights regularly, for washing the underbody. Never use wax on the electrical components or toward the rear...
... over the vehicle with sponge and water. Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can reduce lighting capacity considerably. Exterior components Volvo recommends the use of special cleaning products, available at your Volvo retailer, for the body of your car, but it is a simple and quick way to remove dirt ... your vehicle. Do not spray into an automatic car wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to avoid damaging the windshield wipers. Dirt, snow, etc., on the moonroof. Clean the headlights regularly, for washing the underbody. Never use wax on the electrical components or toward the rear...
Owner's Manual
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... child seats 15 using 14 Seats front 98, 99, 100, 101 Shiftlock 6, 141 override 147 Side impact protection airbags 25 Sirius satellite radio 235 Snow chains 177 Snow tires 177 Spare tire 178, 181 Stability system indicator light 53 Start inhibitor 116 Starting the engine 141 with keyless drive 143 Steering wheel
... child seats 15 using 14 Seats front 98, 99, 100, 101 Shiftlock 6, 141 override 147 Side impact protection airbags 25 Sirius satellite radio 235 Snow chains 177 Snow tires 177 Spare tire 178, 181 Stability system indicator light 53 Start inhibitor 116 Starting the engine 141 with keyless drive 143 Steering wheel
Owner's Manual
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... Tire pressure monitoring system Tires changing designations general information glossary of tire terminology inflation pressure inflation pressure table, Canadian models inflation pressure table, U.S.models rotation snow chains spare spare tire storing studded tires switching (summer and winter) temporary spare tire pressure monitoring system tread wear indicator uniform quality gradings vehicle loading...
... Tire pressure monitoring system Tires changing designations general information glossary of tire terminology inflation pressure inflation pressure table, Canadian models inflation pressure table, U.S.models rotation snow chains spare spare tire storing studded tires switching (summer and winter) temporary spare tire pressure monitoring system tread wear indicator uniform quality gradings vehicle loading...