Volvo S40 S Owner's Manual

VOLVO S40Owner's manual Web Edition

IntroductionGeneral information10Shiftlock (automatic transmission)When your car is parked, the gear selector islocked in the Park (P) position. To re

03 ClimateElectronic Climate Control (ECC) – option031009. Rear window and door mirrordefrostersPress to defrost the rear win-dow and door mirrors.The

03 ClimateAir distribution03101Air distribution Use: Air distribution Use:Defroster.Air is not recirculated inthis mode.Air conditioning is alwaysenga

G020908102Front seats... 104Interior lighting...

04INTERIOR

04 InteriorFront seats04104Manual seat adjustmentG027960The driver's and passenger's seats can beadjusted in a number of ways to provide aco

04 InteriorFront seats04``105WARNINGCover sharp edges on the load to help pre-vent injury to occupants. Secure the load tohelp prevent shifting during

04 InteriorFront seats04106Three different seating positions can be storedin the seat's memory. The memory buttons arelocated on the outboard sid

04 InteriorInterior lighting04``107Interior lightingG020201Front courtesy lights and reading lightsFront driver's side reading light, on/offCourt

04 InteriorInterior lighting04108The rear reading lights can be switched on oroff by pressing the respective buttons, andfunction if the ignition key

04 InteriorStorage compartments04``109G026508

IntroductionGeneral information11WARNINGIf your vehicle is involved in an accident,unseen damage may affect its driveabilityand safety.WARNINGCALIFORN

04 InteriorStorage compartments04110Storage pocket (on the rear side of the frontseats)Compartment in door panelStorage pocket (on the front side of t

04 InteriorStorage compartments04``111Storage under the front, center armrestG018371There are two storage compartments under thefront, center armrest.

04 InteriorStorage compartments04112Storage compartment behind the gearleverG019623If the buttons for optional equipment are notinstalled, the recess

04 InteriorRear seat04``113Rear seat head restraintsG020765Adjust the head restraint verticallyEach of the rear seat head restraints can beadjusted ve

04 InteriorRear seat04114To fold down one or both sections:1. Grasp the rear edge of the seat cushionand pull it forward.2. Pull the catch on the uppe

04 Interior Trunk04115Load anchoring eyeletsG018099The eyelets in the trunk can be used to fastenaccessory load and lashing straps, load nets,and othe

116Remote control and key blade... 118Valet locking ...

05LOCKS AND ALARM

05 Locks and alarmRemote control and key blade05118Remote controlsTwo remote controls that also function as igni-tion keys are provided with your car.

05 Locks and alarmRemote control and key blade05``119NOTEThe car can also be locked if a door is open(does not apply to vehicles with the optionalkeyl

IntroductionVolvo and the environment12Volvo is committed to the well being of its cus-tomers. As a natural part of this commitment,we care about the

05 Locks and alarmRemote control and key blade05120NOTEThis button will NOT unlock the car.Weak battery in the remote controlG019406When the battery b

05 Locks and alarmRemote control and key blade05121Reinserting the key blade in the remotecontrol1. Hold the remote control with the pointedend down.2

05 Locks and alarmValet locking 05122Locking pointsG000000Remote control: Normal locking/unlocking pointsBy utilizing the remote control without the k

05 Locks and alarmKeyless drive (option as available)05``123Keyless locking and unlockingG019423Range of the keyless drive remote control–5 ft(1.5 met

05 Locks and alarmKeyless drive (option as available)05124Locking or unlocking the vehicle with thekey bladeG020225Keyless drive keyhole coverThe driv

05 Locks and alarmKeyless drive (option as available)05``125CAUTION•Keyless drive remote controls shouldnever be left in the vehicle. In the eventof a

05 Locks and alarmKeyless drive (option as available)05126WARNINGPeople with implanted pacemakers shouldnot allow the pacemaker to come closerthan 9 i

05 Locks and alarmLocking and unlocking05``127Locking/unlocking the vehicle from theinsideG007451The switches near the door opening handles onthe driv

05 Locks and alarmLocking and unlocking05128Locking the glove compartmentG020034The glove compartment can only be lockedand unlocked using the detacha

05 Locks and alarmChild safety locks05129Manual child safety locks, rear doorsG014697The controls are located on the rear insideedges of the doors, an

IntroductionImportant warnings13Accessory Installation•We strongly recommend that Volvo ownersinstall only genuine, Volvo-approvedaccessories, and tha

05 Locks and alarmAlarm (option)05130The alarm systemThe alarm is automatically armed whenever thecar is locked with the remote control, or if afront

05 Locks and alarmAlarm (option)05``131Turning off (stopping) the alarmIf the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped bypressing the UNLOCK button on the

05 Locks and alarmAlarm (option)05132orIf you do not wish to deactivate the sensors, donot choose an alternative and lock the vehicleor press EXIT and

05 Locks and alarm05133

G020912134General information... 136Fuel requirements...

06STARTING AND DRIVING

06 Starting and drivingGeneral information06136Economical driving conserves naturalresourcesBetter driving economy may be obtained bythinking ahead, a

06 Starting and drivingGeneral information06``137Handling, roadholdingVehicle load, tire design and inflation pressureall affect vehicle handling. The

06 Starting and drivingGeneral information06138more frequently and spray an anti-rust oilon the battery posts.•Volvo recommends the use of snow tireso

06 Starting and drivingGeneral information06139•Check state of the battery's charge.•Examine tires carefully (the spare tire aswell), and replace

G02087114Occupant safety... 16Seat belts...

06 Starting and drivingFuel requirements06140Octane ratingMinimum octaneG028920Typical pump octane labelVolvo recommends premium fuel for best per-for

06 Starting and drivingFuel requirements06``141Deposit control gasoline (detergentadditives)Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas-oline to control

06 Starting and drivingFuel requirements06142RefuelingThe fuel tank is designed to accommodatepossible expansion of the fuel in hot weather,see page 2

06 Starting and drivingIgnition switch06143Ignition switch positions0 – Locked positionRemove the key to lock thesteering wheel1. Never turnthe key to

06 Starting and drivingStarting the vehicle06144To start the engineWARNINGBefore starting, check that the seat, steeringwheel and mirrors are adjusted

06 Starting and drivingStarting the vehicle06145WARNINGVolvo's floor mats are specially manufac-tured for your car. They must be firmlysecured in

06 Starting and drivingStarting the vehicle with keyless drive (option as available)06146Starting a vehicle with keyless driveG019410Starting a vehicl

06 Starting and drivingManual transmission, 5-speed (certain markets only)061475-speed manual transmission (optionon certain models)G018256Depress the

06 Starting and drivingManual transmission, 6-speed (certain markets only)061486-speed manual transmission (optionon certain models)G018258Depress the

06 Starting and drivingAutomatic transmission (option)06``149Shiftgate positionsG020237Depress the button on the front of the gearselector knob to mov

01SAFETY

06 Starting and drivingAutomatic transmission (option)06150based on the level of acceleration and speed.The car must be at a standstill when shifting

06 Starting and drivingShiftlock override06151Overriding the shiftlock systemG018263Shiftlock prevents the gear selector from beingmoved out of Park u

06 Starting and drivingAll Wheel Drive (option)06152All Wheel Drive (AWD) – generalinformationYour Volvo can be equipped with permanentAll Wheel Drive

06 Starting and drivingBrake system06``153Brake circuit malfunctionThe brake system is a hydraulic system con-sisting of two separate brake circuits.

06 Starting and drivingBrake system06154For optimal ABS braking effect:1. Press down on the brake pedal with fullforce. The pedal will pulsate.2. Stee

06 Starting and drivingStability system06``155Stability Traction Control (STC)/Dynamic Stability Traction Control(DSTC)The stability system consists o

06 Starting and drivingStability system06156This is one of the stability system's permanentfunctions and cannot be switched off.WARNINGThe car&ap

06 Starting and drivingTowing06``157Emergency towingG030710The towing eyelet is located under the floor ofthe trunk. This eyelet must be screwed into

06 Starting and drivingTowing06158WARNING•Never allow a vehicle to be towed with-out a driver behind the wheel of thedisabled vehicle.•Never remove th

06 Starting and drivingJump starting06159G020298Follow these instructions to jump start yourvehicle's dead battery or to jump start anothervehicl

01 SafetyOccupant safety0116Volvo's concern for safetySafety is Volvo's cornerstone. Our concerndates back to 1927 when the first Volvo roll

06 Starting and drivingTowing a trailer06160General information•Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailerhitches that are specially designed for theve

06 Starting and drivingTowing a trailer06161NOTE•When parking the vehicle with a traileron a hill, apply the parking brake beforeputting the gear sele

06 Starting and drivingDetachable trailer hitch06162Installing the ball holderACEDBG010496Ball holderLocking boltCotter pinHitch assemblySafety wire a

06 Starting and drivingTransporting loads06163Loading the vehicleYour vehicle's load-carrying capacity is affec-ted by factors such as:•the numbe

06 Starting and drivingBlind Spot Information System (BLIS)–option06164IntroductionG020295BLIS cameraIndicator lightBLIS symbolThe Blind Spot Informat

06 Starting and drivingBlind Spot Information System (BLIS)–option06``165When does BLIS functionThe system functions when your vehicle ismoving at spe

06 Starting and drivingBlind Spot Information System (BLIS)–option06166LimitationsIn certain situations, the BLIS indicator light(s)may illuminate eve

06 Starting and drivingBlind Spot Information System (BLIS)–option06167when the system is switched off, and a textmessage is displayed.•BLIS can be sw

06 Starting and drivingPark assist (Option/accessory)06168IntroductionG020294Front/rear park assistThe park assist system is designed to assistyou whe

06 Starting and drivingPark assist (Option/accessory)06``169Activating/deactivating park assistG021267Park Assist button (lright button in the illustr

01 SafetyOccupant safety01171-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).Reporting safety defects in CanadaIf you believe your vehicle has a defect thatcould cau

06 Starting and drivingPark assist (Option/accessory)06170Cleaning the sensorsG021298Park assist sensorsThe sensors must be cleaned regularly toensure

06 Starting and driving06171

G020918172General information... 174Tire inflation...

07WHEELS AND TIRES

07 Wheels and tiresGeneral information07174Your vehicle is equipped with tires accordingto the vehicle's tire information placard on theB-pillar

07 Wheels and tiresGeneral information07175Tread wear indicatorG020323The tires have wear indicator strips runningacross or parallel to the tread. The

07 Wheels and tiresTire inflation07176Inflation labelsG032513Tire inflation placard on U.S. modelsCheck tire inflation pressure regularly.Tables listi

07 Wheels and tiresTire inflation07177Checking tire pressureCold tiresInflation pressure should be checked when thetires are cold.The tires are consid

07 Wheels and tiresInflation pressure—U.S. models 07178Tire inflation pressure tableThe following tire pressures are recommendedby Volvo for your vehi

07 Wheels and tiresInflation pressure—Canadian models07179Tire inflation pressure tableThe following tire pressures are recommendedby Volvo for your v

01 SafetySeat belts0118Using seat beltsG020104Adjusting the seat beltSeat belts should always be worn by all occu-pants of your vehicle. Children shou

07 Wheels and tiresTire designations07180Tire designations12345612111087 9G026442Federal law mandates that tire manufacturersplace standardized inform

07 Wheels and tiresTire designations07181Maximum Load: Indicates the maximumload in pounds and kilograms that can becarried by the tire. Refer to the

07 Wheels and tiresGlossary of tire terminology07182Terminology•Tire information placard: A placardshowing the OE (Original Equipment) tiresizes, reco

07 Wheels and tiresVehicle loading07``183Loading the vehicleBefore loading your vehicle, familiarize yourselfwith the following terms for determining

07 Wheels and tiresVehicle loading07184WARNING•Exceeding the permissible axle weight,gross vehicle weight, or any otherweight rating limits can cause

07 Wheels and tiresUniform tire quality gradings07185Uniform tire quality gradingsALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUSTCONFORM TO FEDERAL SAFETYREQUIREMENT

07 Wheels and tiresSnow chains, snow tires, studded tires07186Snow chainsSnow chains can be used on your Volvo withthe following restrictions:•Snow ch

07 Wheels and tiresTemporary spare07187Temporary spareThe spare tire in your car is called a "TemporarySpare".Recommended tire pressure (see

07 Wheels and tiresWheel nuts07188Wheel nutsG020324Low nut.High nut.There are two different types of wheel nut,depending on whether the wheels are ste

07 Wheels and tiresTire rotation07189G020325The arrows shows the direction of rotation of thetireSummer and winter tires•When switching between summer

01 SafetySeat belts01``19WARNING•Never repair the belt yourself; have thiswork done by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician only.•Any devic

07 Wheels and tiresChanging a wheel07190Changing a wheelG020331The spare tire, jack, and crank are locatedunder the carpet on the floor of the trunk.T

07 Wheels and tiresChanging a wheel07191WARNING•The jack must correctly engage the jackattachment.•Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery

07 Wheels and tiresTire Sealing System 07192IntroductionCertain models are equipped with a tire sealingsystem that enables you to temporarily seal aho

07 Wheels and tiresTire Sealing System07``193WARNINGPlease keep the following points in mindwhen using the tire sealing system:•The sealing compound b

07 Wheels and tiresTire Sealing System 071943. Ensure that the on/off switch is in position0 (the 0 side of the switch should bepressed down).4. Put o

07 Wheels and tiresTire Sealing System07``195CAUTIONThe compressor should not be used formore than 10 minutes at a time to avoidoverheating.WARNINGIf

07 Wheels and tiresTire Sealing System 07196NOTE•After use, the sealing compound bottle,the hose, and certain other systemcomponents must be replaced.

07 Wheels and tiresTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)07``197IntroductionThe tire pressure monitoring system uses sen-sors mounted in the tire valv

07 Wheels and tiresTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)07198NOTE•TPMS indicates low tire pressure butdoes not replace normal tire mainte-nance. For

07 Wheels and tires07199

01 SafetySeat belts0120belts are not fastened. These signals will lastfor approximately 6 seconds.Rear seatsThe seat belt reminder in the rear seat ha

G020920200Washing and cleaning the car... 202Paint touch up...

08CAR CARE

08 Car careWashing and cleaning the car08202Washing the carThe following points should be kept in mindwhen washing and cleaning the car:•The car shoul

08 Car careWashing and cleaning the car08``203CAUTION•During high pressure washing, thespray mouthpiece must never be closerto the vehicle than 13&quo

08 Car careWashing and cleaning the car08204CAUTIONVolvo does not recommend the use of long-life or durable paint protection coatings,some of which ma

08 Car careWashing and cleaning the car08205CAUTION•Under no circumstances should gaso-line, naphtha or similar cleaning agentsbe used on the plastic

08 Car carePaint touch up08206Touching up minor paint damagePaint damage requires immediate attention toavoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the fi

08 Car care08207

G020922208Volvo maintenance... 210Maintaining your car...

09MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING

01 SafetySupplemental Restraint System01``21Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)G026330SRS warning lightAs an enhancement to the three-point seatbelts,

09 Maintenance and servicingVolvo maintenance09210GeneralVolvo advises you to follow the maintenanceprogram outlined in the Warranty and ServiceRecord

09 Maintenance and servicingVolvo maintenance09211•law enforcement or government agencies•others who may assert a legal right toknow, or who obtain yo

09 Maintenance and servicingMaintaining your car09212Owner maintenancePeriodic maintenance requirements and inter-vals are described in your vehicle&a

09 Maintenance and servicingMaintaining your car09213your vehicle diagnosed and, if necessary,serviced by a qualified Volvo technician.•If you recentl

09 Maintenance and servicingHood09214Opening the hoodG031032To open the hood:1. Pull the lever located under the left side ofthe dash to release the h

09 Maintenance and servicingEngine compartment09215G026456Cooling system expansion tankPower steering fluid reservoir (concealedbehind the headlight)D

09 Maintenance and servicingEngine oil09216Changing engine oil and oil filterSee page 269 for oil specifications. Refer tothe Warranty and Service Rec

09 Maintenance and servicingEngine oil09217WARNINGDo not allow oil to spill onto or come intocontact with hot exhaust pipe surfacesNOTEVolvo uses diff

09 Maintenance and servicingFluids09218Washer fluidG026425Washer fluid reservoirThe washer fluid reservoir is located in theengine compartment and hol

09 Maintenance and servicingFluids09219WARNINGNever remove the radiator cap while theengine is warm. Wait until the vehicle cools.If it is necessary t

01 SafetySupplemental Restraint System0122The front airbag systemG020111The front airbags supplement the three-pointseat belts. For these airbags to p

09 Maintenance and servicingWiper blades09220Replacing windshield wiper bladesG0203301. Fold out the wiper arm.2. Press the button on the wiper blade

09 Maintenance and servicingBattery09``221Battery maintenanceDriving habits and conditions, climate, thenumber of starts, etc., all affect the service

09 Maintenance and servicingBattery092223. Remove the cover over the battery.4. Disconnect the battery negative (ground)cable.5. Disconnect the positi

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs09``223IntroductionBefore replacing bulbs in your vehicle, pleasekeep the following points in mind:NOTENeve

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs092246. Lift out the headlight housing and place iton a soft surface to avoid scratching thelens.CAUTIONWhe

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs09``225High beam bulb (halogen)G019136Halogen high beam bulb1. Open the hood.2. Remove the headlight housin

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs09226Turn signalG0191501. Open the hood.2. Remove the headlight housing, seepage 223.3. Turn the bulb holde

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs09``2276. Insert a new bulb by turning it clockwise(the profile on the bulb holder will corre-spond with th

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs09228License plate lightingG0148431. Switch off all lights and turn the key toposition 0.2. Remove the scre

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs09229Vanity mirror lightingG0202531. Insert a screwdriver under the center of thelower edge of the mirror,

01 SafetySupplemental Restraint System01``23WARNING•The airbags in the vehicle are designedto be a SUPPLEMENT to-not a replace-ment for-the three-poin

09 Maintenance and servicingFuses09230Replacing fusesThere are relay/fuse boxes located in theengine compartment and the passenger com-partment.If an

09 Maintenance and servicingFuses09``231Fuse box in the engine compartmentG007446The fuse box in the engine compartment haspositions for 36 fuses.•Fus

09 Maintenance and servicingFuses09232Fuses in the engine compartmentG0202501. Coolant fan (radiator) 50A2. Power steering 80A3. Feed to passenger com

09 Maintenance and servicingFuses09``23324. Not in use25. Not in use26. Ignition switch 15A27. A/C compressor 10A28. Not in use29. Front fog lights (o

09 Maintenance and servicingFuses09234Fuse box in the passenger compartmentG020601The fuse box in the passenger compartment islocated under the glove

09 Maintenance and servicingFuses09``235Fuses in the passenger compartmentG02024637. Not in use38. Not in use39. Not in use40. Not in use41. Not in us

09 Maintenance and servicingFuses0923656. Volvo Navigation Systemremote control module(option), alarm siren controlmodule10A57. On-board diagnosticsoc

09 Maintenance and servicing09237

G020924238Audio functions... 240Radio functions...

10AUDIO

01 SafetySupplemental Restraint System0124Customer Care CenterP.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey07647-09141-800-458-1552www.volvocars.usIn CanadaVolvo

10 AudioAudio functions10240Audio system controlsG026347VOLUME dialAM/FM – select a radio bandMODE – select a sound sourceTUNING dialSOUND buttonG0212

10 AudioAudio functions10``2417. If there is distortion, lower your music play-er's headphone volume until the distortiongoes away.8. Finally, ex

10 AudioAudio functions10242Tracks can be selected in two ways:•Turn the Tuning knob (no. 4 in the illustra-tion on page 244) clockwise or counter-clo

10 AudioAudio functions10243Surround soundSurround sound settings are used tobalance sound levels throughout thevehicle. Surround settings for the var

10 AudioRadio functions10244Radio function controlsG0263661.AM/FM1/FM2 selection2. Station preset buttons3.TUNING dial for selecting radio stations4.S

10 AudioRadio functions10``245To return to the Auto-store mode, press theAUTO button briefly and select a stored stationby pressing one of the preset

10 AudioRadio functions10246(see also "Selecting a channel" in the rightcolumn).2. Call Sirius at 1-888-539-SIRIUS (7474).3. When asked for

10 AudioRadio functions10``247preset satellite channel stored on that but-ton, regardless of the currently selectedchannel category.Song Seek and Song

10 AudioRadio functions102482. Select a category in the list and pressENTER.3. Skip channels in the list presented bypressing ENTER or right arrow key

10 AudioCD player/CD changer10``249CD function controlsG026367MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL–pressthe up or down arrow keys to scroll in amenu, or the keys o

01 SafetySupplemental Restraint System0125G032525Airbag decal on passenger's side dashboardG032934Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visorsW

10 AudioCD player/CD changer10250NOTE•The EJECT ALL function can only beused while the vehicle is at a standstilland will be cancelled if the vehicleb

10 AudioCD player/CD changer10``2513.SelectDisc or Folder and press ENTER.Activating/deactivating the randomfunction-CD changerIf a normal CD is being

10 AudioCD player/CD changer10252•Never use cleaning spray or antistatic liq-uid. Use only cleaners specifically made forCDs.•Use discs of the correct

10 AudioAudio menu10253FM1/FM2 menu1. RADIOTEXT ON/OFF2. ADVANCED RADIO SETTINGS3. AUDIO SETTINGSAM menu1. AUDIO SETTINGSCD menu1. RANDOM2. AUDIO SETT

10 AudioBluetooth hands-free connection10254IntroductionG029503System overviewCell phoneLocation of the microphoneCenter console control panel and di

10 AudioBluetooth hands-free connection10``255> The audio system will search for cellphones that are in range. This searchtakes approximately 30 s

10 AudioBluetooth hands-free connection10256Call settingsWhile a call is in progress, press MENU orENTER on the center console to access thefollowing

10 AudioBluetooth hands-free connection10``257audio system searches for the most recentlyconnected phone, this phone’s name appearsin the display. To

10 AudioBluetooth hands-free connection10258Entering textText is entered by using the number buttons inthe center console. Press a button once toente

10 Audio10259

01 SafetyOccupant Weight Sensor (OWS)0126Disabling the passenger's side frontairbag2G018082Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator lightVolvo reco

G000000260Label information... 262Dimensions and weights...

11SPECIFICATIONS

11 SpecificationsLabel information11262G032544G026483

11 SpecificationsLabel information11263 Model plateVehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes forcolor and upholstery, etc. Federal Motor Vehicle Safe

11 SpecificationsDimensions and weights11264DimensionsG017401Position Dimension in. (mm)A Wheelbase 103.9 in. (264 cm)B Length 175.9 in. (447 cm)C Loa

11 SpecificationsDimensions and weights11``265Position Dimension in. (mm)H Width 69.7 in. (177 cm)I Width encl. door mirrors 79.6 in. (202 cm)WeightsC

11 SpecificationsDimensions and weights11266Category USA CanadaMax. trailer weight (w/o brakes)CAll models: 1540 lbs All models: 700 kgMax. trailer we

11 SpecificationsFuel, oils, and fluids11``267Specifications and capacitiesCategory Specification CapacityFuel tankOctane rating: unleaded gasoline, m

11 SpecificationsFuel, oils, and fluids11268Category Specification CapacityWasher fluid reservoirUse washer fluid solvent in cold weather con-ditions.

11 SpecificationsEngine oil11269Oil specificationsEngine oil must meet the minimum ILSACspecification GF-4, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1.Lower quality oils m

01 SafetyOccupant Weight Sensor (OWS)01``27WARNINGIf a fault in the system is detected and indi-cated as explained on the preceding page,be aware that

11 SpecificationsEngine specifications11270Engine designation B5244S4B5244S7AB5254T7OutputBkW/rps125/100 123/100 169/83hp/rpm168/6000 165/6000 227/500

11 SpecificationsEngine specifications11271Charge air cooler (Intercooler)Turbocharged engines employ a turbo-com-pressor to force air into the engine

11 SpecificationsElectrical system11272General information12-volt system with voltage controlled gener-ator. Single wire system in which the chassisan

11 SpecificationsElectrical system11273Bulb Output TypeExtra high beam (models with Active Bi-Xenon headlights only)55W H7Brake light, back-up light,

11 SpecificationsThree-way catalytic converter11274Three-way catalytic converter –general information•Keep your engine properly tuned. Certainengine m

11 SpecificationsVolvo programs11275Volvo On Call Roadside AssistanceYour new Volvo comes with a four year ONCALL roadside assistance. Additional info

12 Index122761, 2, 3 ...12-volt sockets... 62AA/C (air conditioning)... 92ABS (an

12 Index12277fluid... 219general information... 153Bulbsheadlights...

12 Index12278DSTC, stability system... 155EEconomical driving... 136Electrical current – cons

12 Index12279HHand brake (parking brake)... 75Hands-free connection (cell phone) (Cellphone, hands-free connection)...

01 SafetyOccupant Weight Sensor (OWS)0128example by altering or adapting the driver's orfront passenger's seat(s) and/or airbag sys-tems, pl

12 Index12280Long distance trips... 138Lug nuts (wheel nuts)... 188MMaintenance...

12 Index12281Reporting safety defectsCanada... 17USA...

12 Index12282inflation pressure table, Canadian mod-els... 179inflation pressure table, US models.

12 Index12283Windowspower... 76Windshield washer fluid reservoir... 215Windshield wiper blad

12 Index12284

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01 SafetySide impact protection airbags0129Side impact airbags – front seats onlyG020118Location of the side impact (SIPS) airbagAs an enhancement to

Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trustthat you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, anautomobile designed with you

01 SafetyVolvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)0130The Volvo Inflatable Curtain systemG015265This system consists of inflatable curtainslocated along the side

01 SafetyVolvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)0131WARNINGIn order for the VIC to provide its best pro-tection, both front seat occupants and bothoutboard rea

01 SafetyWhiplash Protection System0132Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) – front seats onlyG020347The WHIPS system consists of speciallydesigned hing

01 SafetyWhiplash Protection System0133Certain components in the WHIPS sys-tem may need to be replaced.•Do not attempt to service any compo-nent in th

01 SafetyCrash mode0134Driving after a collisionG026363If the vehicle has been involved in a collision,the text CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL mayappear in the

01 SafetyChild safety01``35Children should be seated safelyVolvo recommends the proper use of restraintsystems for all occupants including children.Re

01 SafetyChild safety0136Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)To make child seat installation easier, eachseat belt (excep

01 SafetyChild restraint systems0137Child restraintsG026491Infant seatThere are three main types of child restraintsystems: infant seats, convertible

01 SafetyInfant seats0138Securing an infant seat with a seat beltG026417Do not place the infant seat in the front passeng-er's seatNOTERefer to p

01 SafetyInfant seats0139G026494Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat beltout as far as possible to a

Contents40000 IntroductionGeneral information... 10Volvo and the environment... 12Important warning

01 SafetyConvertible seats0140Securing a convertible seat with a seatbeltG026420Do not place the convertible seat in the front pas-senger's seatN

01 SafetyConvertible seats0141G026500Fasten the seat belt2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seataccording to the manufacturer's instruc-t

01 SafetyBooster cushions0142Securing a booster cushionG026489Position the child correctly on the booster cushionand fasten the seat beltWARNINGA chil

01 SafetyISOFIX lower anchors01``43Using the ISOFIX lower child seatanchorsG015268ISOFIX lower child restraint anchorsLower anchors for ISOFIX-equippe

01 SafetyISOFIX lower anchors0144WARNINGBe sure to fasten the attachment correctlyto the anchor (see the illustration). If theattachment is not correc

01 SafetyTop tether anchors0145Top tether anchorsG029703Top tether anchorage pointsVolvo vehicles are equipped with child restrainttop tether anchorag

01 SafetyChild restraint registration and recalls0146Registering a child restraintChild restraints could be recalled for safetyreasons. You must regis

01 Safety0147

G02090148Instrument overview... 50Instrument panel...

02INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

Contents50303 ClimateGeneral information... 92Air vents... 94Manual cl

02 Instruments and controlsInstrument overview0250G019488

02 Instruments and controlsInstrument overview02``51Steering wheel adjustmentHood openerControls in front doors (seepage 52)Left steering wheel leverL

02 Instruments and controlsInstrument overview0252Control panel in driver's doorG017435Lockout switch for rear windowsPower windowsDoor mirror bu

02 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel02``53Instrument panel8 9 11 12 13 1410G0314654325671SpeedometerTurn signal, leftWarning symbol – See the f

02 Instruments and controlsInstrument panel0254odometer, trip odometers, optional rainsensor, and cruise control.Trip odometer reset button – The trip

02 Instruments and controlsIndicator and warning symbols02``55Function checkThe indicator and warning symbols1 light upwhen you turn the ignition key

02 Instruments and controlsIndicator and warning symbols0256This symbol may also light up in combinationwith other indicator or warning symbols.NOTETh

02 Instruments and controlsSymbols – instrument panel02``57Symbols – left sideG0264391. Malfunction indicator lightAs you drive, a computer calledOn-B

02 Instruments and controlsSymbols – instrument panel0258Symbols – right sideG0264381. Turn signal indicator for trailer (certainmarkets only)If you a

02 Instruments and controlsSymbols – instrument panel02597. Brake failure warning lightIf this light comes on while drivingor braking, stop the car as

Contents60606 Starting and drivingGeneral information... 136Fuel requirements... 140Ignit

02 Instruments and controlsInformation display0260MessagesG019617When an indicator or warning light in the instru-ment panel comes on, a message is al

02 Instruments and controlsInformation display0261Message MeaningTIME FORREGULARMAINTE-NANCEThis message is affec-ted by the number ofmiles/km driven,

02 Instruments and controls12-volt sockets026212-volt socket (front seat)G02634912-volt socket, auxiliary equipmentThe 12-volt socket can be used to p

02 Instruments and controlsLighting panel02``63G026415Pos. LightingDaytime running lights off. Highbeam flash only.Parking lightsDaytime running light

02 Instruments and controlsLighting panel0264G020789Headlight pattern with ABL deactivated (left) andactivated (right)NOTE•This function can only be a

02 Instruments and controlsLighting panel0265Unlocking the fuel filler doorWith the ignition switched off, press button (4)to unlock the fuel filler d

02 Instruments and controlsLeft-side steering wheel lever0266Lever positionsG026954Turn signals, lane change positionTurn signals, position for normal

02 Instruments and controlsLeft-side steering wheel lever0267preferences by using the Personal Settingsfunction, see page 83 for more information.

02 Instruments and controlsTrip computer0268G029052READ (press to acknowledge/confirm/erase a message)Thumb wheel (used to scroll among the tripcomput

02 Instruments and controlsTrip computer0269ACTUAL SPEED (Canadian models only)This function provides the driver with an instan-taneous conversion of

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02 Instruments and controlsCruise control (option)0270Engaging the cruise control functionG020141The cruise control buttons are located on theleft sid

02 Instruments and controlsCruise control (option)0271•During wheel spin or wheel lock-up.•If the vehicle's speed is increased by usingthe accele

02 Instruments and controlsRight-side steering wheel lever0272Windshield wipers00ACBG025419Windshield/headlight washersRain sensor (option) – on/of, s

02 Instruments and controlsRight-side steering wheel lever0273B – Rain sensor (option)G026422The rain sensor regulates windshield wiperspeed according

02 Instruments and controlsSteering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers0274Steering wheel adjustmentG020143Both the height and the reach of the

02 Instruments and controlsParking brake0275Parking brake (hand brake)G026348The parking brake lever is located between thefront seats.NOTEThe indicat

02 Instruments and controlsPower windows0276OperationG017439Control panel in driver's doorOpen/close front windowsOpen/close rear windowsThe powe

02 Instruments and controlsPower windows0277buttons on the rear door armrests or with thebuttons on the driver's door armrest.If the light in the

02 Instruments and controlsMirrors0278Rearview mirrorG020146Day/night controlNormal positionNight position, reduces glare from follow-ing trafficNight

02 Instruments and controlsMirrors02``79G026409Magnetic zones3. Press button (1) for at least 3 seconds todisplay the number of the current magneticzo

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02 Instruments and controlsMirrors0280Folding the mirrors in1.Press down the L and R mirror control but-tons on the driver's door at the same tim

02 Instruments and controlsPower moonroof (option)02``81Operating the moonroofG007503To operate the moonroof, the ignition key mustfirst be turned to

02 Instruments and controlsPower moonroof (option)0282CAUTION•Remove ice and snow before openingthe moonroof.•Do not operate the moonroof if it is fro

02 Instruments and controlsPersonal settings02``83Control panelADBCEG026307DisplayMenu buttonExit buttonEnter buttonMenu navigation controlsPersonal s

02 Instruments and controlsPersonal settings0284•Global (All doors) – unlocks all doors andthe trunk with one press on the remotecontrol.•Two Step (Tw

02 Instruments and controlsPersonal settings0285•Both front doors – both front doors areunlocked together.•One front door – either of the front doorsc

02 Instruments and controlsHomeLink® Wireless Control System (option)0286IntroductionG030070The HomeLink Wireless Control System pro-vides a convenien

02 Instruments and controlsHomeLink® Wireless Control System (option)02``87NOTESome devices may require you to replacethis Programming Step 2 with pro

02 Instruments and controlsHomeLink® Wireless Control System (option)0288Erasing HomeLink ButtonsTo erase programming from the three Home-Link buttons

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03 ClimateGeneral information0392Air conditioning – A/CYour car is equipped with a climate controlsystem that includes either manually adjusta-ble air

03 ClimateGeneral information0393For information about how to make these set-tings, see the Personal settings section onpage 83.Models equipped with E

03 ClimateAir vents0394Air vents in the dashboardG019942OpenClosedHorizontal air flowVertical air flowDirect the outer air vents toward the side win-d

03 ClimateManual climate control03``95G019515Climate system control panelBlower speedRecirculationDefrosterAirflow controlsA/C – ON/OFFHeated driver&a

03 ClimateManual climate control0396TimerThe timer function minimizes the risk of mist-ing, or stale air when the recirculation functionis selected, s

03 ClimateManual climate control03979. Temperature selectorThe knob with the thermome-ter symbol is used to selectcooling or heating for both thedrive

03 ClimateElectronic Climate Control (ECC) – option0398G019518Auto – On/OffBlower speedRecirculationDefrosterAirflow controlsA/C – ON/OFFHeated driver

03 ClimateElectronic Climate Control (ECC) – option03``993. RecirculationThis function can be used toshut out exhaust fumes,smoke, etc from the passen