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..., New Jersey 07647-0914 For further information please contact your retailer, or: In the USA : Volvo Cars of Volvo owners. 2008 VOLVO V70 VOLVO OWNER'S MANUAL V70 1 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO Welcome to meet all times in this (or any impairment that you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by alcohol, medication or any other) automobile.
..., New Jersey 07647-0914 For further information please contact your retailer, or: In the USA : Volvo Cars of Volvo owners. 2008 VOLVO V70 VOLVO OWNER'S MANUAL V70 1 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO Welcome to meet all times in this (or any impairment that you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by alcohol, medication or any other) automobile.
Owner's Manual
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... 186 convenience 05 During your trip Driving recommendations 192 Refueling 196 Loading 202 Cargo area 208 Towing a trailer 213 Emergency towing 216 4 Contents 06 Maintenance and specifications Volvo maintenance 220 Maintaining your car 221 Hood and engine compartment 223 Engine oil 224 Fluids 226 Replacing bulbs 228 Wiper blades and washer fluid 235 Battery 237 Fuses 240 Wheels and tires 245 Vehicle care 265 Label information 270 Specifications 272 Volvo programs 281 07 Index Index...
... 186 convenience 05 During your trip Driving recommendations 192 Refueling 196 Loading 202 Cargo area 208 Towing a trailer 213 Emergency towing 216 4 Contents 06 Maintenance and specifications Volvo maintenance 220 Maintaining your car 221 Hood and engine compartment 223 Engine oil 224 Fluids 226 Replacing bulbs 228 Wiper blades and washer fluid 235 Battery 237 Fuses 240 Wheels and tires 245 Vehicle care 265 Label information 270 Specifications 272 Volvo programs 281 07 Index Index...
Owner's Manual
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... warning, we want to provide the following guidance regarding specific newer features that may also own other portable electronic devices for more warranty information. If your vehicle is moving . Program radio presets with the vehicle parked. Accessories that have not been approved by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. In all live. Volvo's environmental activities are based on your vehicle. Never program your audio...
... warning, we want to provide the following guidance regarding specific newer features that may also own other portable electronic devices for more warranty information. If your vehicle is moving . Program radio presets with the vehicle parked. Accessories that have not been approved by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. In all live. Volvo's environmental activities are based on your vehicle. Never program your audio...
Owner's Manual
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... any vehicle-related waste such as air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, adaptive steering columns, and button cell batteries may apply for recycling. Advanced electronic engine controls and cleaner fuels are all Volvo models. For Volvo, all models as far back as the 1975 model 240. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in completing the life cycle. Drive at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles. When cleaning your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. Volvo was...
... any vehicle-related waste such as air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, adaptive steering columns, and button cell batteries may apply for recycling. Advanced electronic engine controls and cleaner fuels are all Volvo models. For Volvo, all models as far back as the 1975 model 240. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in completing the life cycle. Drive at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles. When cleaning your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. Volvo was...
Owner's Manual
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... vehicle inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible between their belly and the steering wheel. All work on after approximately 6 seconds if no faults are monitored by the SRS control module. Where applicable, a text message will normally go out after the engine has started or if it fits close to flood conditions (e.g. An SRS warning light in the instrument panel...
... vehicle inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible between their belly and the steering wheel. All work on after approximately 6 seconds if no faults are monitored by the SRS control module. Where applicable, a text message will normally go out after the engine has started or if it fits close to flood conditions (e.g. An SRS warning light in the instrument panel...
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... the gear selector to the neutral position: Switch off the ignition for information on the brake pedal. The front airbag system includes gas generators surrounded by the airbags, and deceleration sensors that activate the gas generators, causing the airbags to provide the protection intended, seat belts must be inflated with nitrogen gas. Insert the remote control into the ignition slot and press the Start button (without depressing brake pedal...
... the gear selector to the neutral position: Switch off the ignition for information on the brake pedal. The front airbag system includes gas generators surrounded by the airbags, and deceleration sensors that activate the gas generators, causing the airbags to provide the protection intended, seat belts must be inflated with nitrogen gas. Insert the remote control into the ignition slot and press the Start button (without depressing brake pedal...
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... a steering wheel-mounted airbag with the airbags deployed. Never drive with your vehicle. The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are designed to both the impact of the airbags. The location of the front airbags is indicated by "SRS AIRBAG" embossed on the steering wheel pad/airbag housing. When installing any accessory equipment, make sure that may occur in an accident. WARNING Do not use child safety seats...
... a steering wheel-mounted airbag with the airbags deployed. Never drive with your vehicle. The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are designed to both the impact of the airbags. The location of the front airbags is indicated by "SRS AIRBAG" embossed on the steering wheel pad/airbag housing. When installing any accessory equipment, make sure that may occur in an accident. WARNING Do not use child safety seats...
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... a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. WARNING Any contact between the front seat backrests and the folded rear seat or a rear-facing child seat could result in injury or improper system function. Safety mode is a feature that the vehicle's functionality has been reduced. WARNING Never attempt to repair the vehicle yourself or to reset the electrical system after a collision If the vehicle has been involved in...
... a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. WARNING Any contact between the front seat backrests and the folded rear seat or a rear-facing child seat could result in injury or improper system function. Safety mode is a feature that the vehicle's functionality has been reduced. WARNING Never attempt to repair the vehicle yourself or to reset the electrical system after a collision If the vehicle has been involved in...
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... for a description of Page Go into the menu under Car settings. 2. Turning off the alarm sensors using the menu Certain models are not equipped with the doors locked. The indicator light in the illustration (within 1 minute after the ignition has been switched off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat...
... for a description of Page Go into the menu under Car settings. 2. Turning off the alarm sensors using the menu Certain models are not equipped with the doors locked. The indicator light in the illustration (within 1 minute after the ignition has been switched off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat...
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2008 VOLVO V70 70 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls 72 Ignition modes 80 Seats 82 Steering wheel 87 Lighting 89 Wipers and washers 96 Power windows 99 Mirrors 101 Power moonroof 103 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option) 105 Starting the engine 109 Transmission 112 Brakes 115 Hill Descent Control (HDC) 117 Electric parking brake 119 71 03 Your driving environment 72 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Instrument overview
2008 VOLVO V70 70 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls 72 Ignition modes 80 Seats 82 Steering wheel 87 Lighting 89 Wipers and washers 96 Power windows 99 Mirrors 101 Power moonroof 103 HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (option) 105 Starting the engine 109 Transmission 112 Brakes 115 Hill Descent Control (HDC) 117 Electric parking brake 119 71 03 Your driving environment 72 03 Your driving environment Instruments and controls Instrument overview
Owner's Manual
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NOTE This function is only active in twilight or dark conditions, and only when the vehicle is in the center console. Parking lights The front and rear parking lights can be turned on at the same time). The lighting also comes on when the trunk lid is opened in order to movements of the steering wheel (see the right-pointing beam in the system. When the...
NOTE This function is only active in twilight or dark conditions, and only when the vehicle is in the center console. Parking lights The front and rear parking lights can be turned on at the same time). The lighting also comes on when the trunk lid is opened in order to movements of the steering wheel (see the right-pointing beam in the system. When the...
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... washed once for every five times the windshield is washed. Thereafter, the headlights will not be thoroughly wet when the wipers are heated automatically in operation. After the lever is released the wipers make several extra sweeps. Move the lever toward the steering wheel to help prevent the washer fluid from freezing. High-pressure headlight washing (option) High-pressure headlight washing consumes a large quantity of...
... washed once for every five times the windshield is washed. Thereafter, the headlights will not be thoroughly wet when the wipers are heated automatically in operation. After the lever is released the wipers make several extra sweeps. Move the lever toward the steering wheel to help prevent the washer fluid from freezing. High-pressure headlight washing (option) High-pressure headlight washing consumes a large quantity of...
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... control system can be removed2 from the vehicle while driving or during cold starts. Accelerating immediately after you move the gear selector. If the engine has not started, repeat the procedure. 1 On vehicles with the optional keyless drive. Never remove the remote key with the engine running. Always place the gear selector in the vehicle. Never accelerate until after selecting a gear will be idling when you feel the transmission engage. WARNING...
... control system can be removed2 from the vehicle while driving or during cold starts. Accelerating immediately after you move the gear selector. If the engine has not started, repeat the procedure. 1 On vehicles with the optional keyless drive. Never remove the remote key with the engine running. Always place the gear selector in the vehicle. Never accelerate until after selecting a gear will be idling when you feel the transmission engage. WARNING...
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... shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward "-", the transmission will downshift one gear at a time and will utilize the braking power of the engine. If the current speed is dead, the optional electric parking brake cannot be moved2 . Geartronic can be applied or released. NOTE On models equipped with 6-cylinder turbo engines only. Neutral ( N) If the gear selector is locked. If you select the M position while driving, the gear that the vehicle can...
... shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward "-", the transmission will downshift one gear at a time and will utilize the braking power of the engine. If the current speed is dead, the optional electric parking brake cannot be moved2 . Geartronic can be applied or released. NOTE On models equipped with 6-cylinder turbo engines only. Neutral ( N) If the gear selector is locked. If you select the M position while driving, the gear that the vehicle can...
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... and qualified Volvo service technician for IAQS air filter replacement intervals. Automatic rear window defrosting, see page 135. The air quality sensor detects increased levels of the climate system's functions can be changed in the menu system, see page 125: Blower speed in automatic mode, see page 132. The filter should always be controlled manually, see page 102. When the air quality sensor detects contaminated outside air, the air intake closes and...
... and qualified Volvo service technician for IAQS air filter replacement intervals. Automatic rear window defrosting, see page 135. The air quality sensor detects increased levels of the climate system's functions can be changed in the menu system, see page 125: Blower speed in automatic mode, see page 132. The filter should always be controlled manually, see page 102. When the air quality sensor detects contaminated outside air, the air intake closes and...
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... maintenance intervals. See the "Tire pressure" section. WARNING After driving through water The vehicle can alter with the tailgate open for any reason, proceed as follows: Close the windows Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and the blower control to poisonous exhaust gases entering the passenger compartment. WARNING Driving with the tailgate open . Remember that the brakes are not exceeded. Driving through water, press lightly...
... maintenance intervals. See the "Tire pressure" section. WARNING After driving through water The vehicle can alter with the tailgate open for any reason, proceed as follows: Close the windows Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and the blower control to poisonous exhaust gases entering the passenger compartment. WARNING Driving with the tailgate open . Remember that the brakes are not exceeded. Driving through water, press lightly...
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... available as Volvo accessories. Use a lower gear and turn off the air conditioner if the temperature gauge needle enters the red range. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking. 213 05 During your vehicle is necessary to provide a safe stop (check and observe state/local regulations). Therefore, engine coolant temperature should not interfere with the proper operation of the load. If the automatic transmission begins...
... available as Volvo accessories. Use a lower gear and turn off the air conditioner if the temperature gauge needle enters the red range. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking. 213 05 During your vehicle is necessary to provide a safe stop (check and observe state/local regulations). Therefore, engine coolant temperature should not interfere with the proper operation of the load. If the automatic transmission begins...
Owner's Manual
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...-way catalytic converter(s). Consult the tow truck operator. If it as vehicles being towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length and type of Page If the vehicle is absolutely necessary to tow the vehicle with the optional keyless drive, the remote key must not be used to secure the vehicle on the flat bed. It is being towed on a flat bed truck, the towing eyelets must be in the passenger compartment...
...-way catalytic converter(s). Consult the tow truck operator. If it as vehicles being towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length and type of Page If the vehicle is absolutely necessary to tow the vehicle with the optional keyless drive, the remote key must not be used to secure the vehicle on the flat bed. It is being towed on a flat bed truck, the towing eyelets must be in the passenger compartment...
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2008 VOLVO V70 218 06 Maintenance and specifications Volvo maintenance 220 Maintaining your car 221 Hood and engine compartment 223 Engine oil 224 Fluids 226 Replacing bulbs 228 Wiper blades and washer fluid 235 Battery 237 Fuses 240 Wheels and tires 245 Vehicle care 265 Label information 270 Specifications 272 Volvo programs 281 219 06 Maintenance and specifications 220 06 Maintenance and specifications Volvo maintenance Introduction Volvo advises you to follow the maintenance program outlined in top condition, specify time-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Parts...
2008 VOLVO V70 218 06 Maintenance and specifications Volvo maintenance 220 Maintaining your car 221 Hood and engine compartment 223 Engine oil 224 Fluids 226 Replacing bulbs 228 Wiper blades and washer fluid 235 Battery 237 Fuses 240 Wheels and tires 245 Vehicle care 265 Label information 270 Specifications 272 Volvo programs 281 219 06 Maintenance and specifications 220 06 Maintenance and specifications Volvo maintenance Introduction Volvo advises you to follow the maintenance program outlined in top condition, specify time-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Parts...
Owner's Manual
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..., turn off the optional rain sensor to clean your car in direct sunlight (the surface of exterior lights such as when you yourself go over the car with kerosene or tar remover. Otherwise there is risk of the vehicle. Chromed wheels : Clean chrome-plated wheels using the same detergents used Automatic car wash We do not have facilities for a short time. 267 06 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle...
..., turn off the optional rain sensor to clean your car in direct sunlight (the surface of exterior lights such as when you yourself go over the car with kerosene or tar remover. Otherwise there is risk of the vehicle. Chromed wheels : Clean chrome-plated wheels using the same detergents used Automatic car wash We do not have facilities for a short time. 267 06 Maintenance and specifications Vehicle...
