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VOLVO S40
Owners Manual Web Edition
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DEAR VOLVO OWNERTHANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO
We hope you will enjoy many years of driving pleasure in your Volvo.The car has been designed for the safety and comfort of you and yourpassengers. Volvo is one of the safest cars in the world. Your Volvohas also been designed to satisfy all current safety and environmentalrequirements.
In order to increase your enjoyment of the car, we recommend thatyou familiarise yourself with the equipment, instructions and mainte-nance information contained in this owner's manual.
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Table of contents
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00 Introduction
Important information............................... 10
Volvo and the environment....................... 14
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01 Safety
Seatbelts................................................... 18
Airbag system........................................... 21
Airbags...................................................... 22
Activating/deactivating the airbag*........... 24
Side airbags (SIPS bags).......................... 26
Inflatable Curtain (IC)................................ 28
WHIPS....................................................... 29
When the systems deploy......................... 31
Crash mode.............................................. 32
Child safety............................................... 33 02
02 Instruments and controls
Overview, left-hand drive cars.................. 48
Overview, right-hand drive cars................ 50
Driver's door control panel....................... 52
Combined instrument panel...................... 53
Indicator and warning symbols................. 54
Information display................................... 58
Electrical socket........................................ 60
Lighting panel........................................... 62
Left-hand stalk switch............................... 65
Right-hand stalk switch............................ 68
Cruise control*.......................................... 70
Keypad in the steering wheel*.................. 72
Steering wheel adjustment, hazard warn-ing flashers................................................ 73
Parking brake............................................ 74
Power windows......................................... 75
Windows, rearview and door mirrors........ 77
Power sunroof* ........................................ 81
Personal preferences................................ 83HomeLink*.............................................. 86
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03 Climate control
General information on climate control..... 92
Manual climate control, AC....................... 94
Electronic climate control, ECC*............... 97
Air distribution......................................... 100
Fuel-driven engine block heater and pas-senger compartment heater*.................. 101
Fuel-driven auxiliary heater* (diesel)....... 104
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04 Interior
Front seats.............................................. 108
Interior lighting........................................ 110
Storage spaces in the passenger com-partment ................................................. 112
Rear seat................................................. 116
Cargo area.............................................. 118
05
05 Locks and alarm
Remote control key with key blade......... 122
Active locks............................................. 125
Privacy locking*....................................... 126
Keyless drive*.......................................... 128
Battery in remote control key.................. 131
Locking and unlocking............................ 132
Child safety locks.................................... 135
Alarm*..................................................... 136
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06 Starting and driving
General.................................................... 142
Refuelling................................................ 144
Alcoguard*.............................................. 148
Starting the engine.................................. 152
Starting the engine Flexifuel................. 154
Keyless drive*.......................................... 156
Manual gearbox...................................... 157
Automatic gearbox.................................. 158
DRIVe Start-Stop*................................... 163
Brake system.......................................... 167
DSTC Stability and traction control sys-tem*......................................................... 169
Park Assist*............................................. 171
BLIS* Blind Spot Information System.. 173
Towing and recovery.............................. 176
Start assistance...................................... 179
Driving with a trailer................................ 180
Towing equipment*................................. 182
Detachable towbar* ............................... 184Loading................................................... 188
Adjusting headlamp pattern.................... 189
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07 Wheels and tyres
General.................................................... 192
Tyre pressure.......................................... 196
Warning triangle* and spare wheel * ...... 197
Changing wheels.................................... 200
Emergency puncture repair* .................. 202
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08 Car care
Cleaning.................................................. 208
Touching up paintwork........................... 212
Rustproofing........................................... 213
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09 Maintenance and service
Volvo service........................................... 216
Self-maintenance.................................... 217
Bonnet and engine compartment........... 218
Oils and fluids......................................... 220
Wiper blades........................................... 226
Battery..................................................... 227
Replacing bulbs...................................... 231
Fuses...................................................... 237
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10 Infotainment system
General.................................................... 248
Audio functions....................................... 250
Radio functions....................................... 255
CD functions........................................... 260
Menu structure audio system.............. 263
Phone functions*..................................... 264
Menu structure phone*......................... 271
Bluetooth handsfree*.............................. 274
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11 Specifications
Type designation..................................... 282
Dimensions and weights......................... 284
Engine specifications.............................. 287
Engine oil................................................ 288
Fluids and lubricants............................... 290
Fuel......................................................... 293
Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pres-sure ........................................................ 295
Electrical system..................................... 298
Type approval......................................... 300Symbols in the display............................ 301
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12 Alphabetical Index
Alphabetical Index.................................. 304
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Introduction
Important information
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Reading the Owner's Manual
Introduction
A good way of getting to know your new car isto read the owner's manual, ideally before yourfirst journey. This will give you the opportunityto familiarise yourself with new functions, tosee how best to handle the car in different sit-uations, and to make the best use of all thecar's features. Please pay attention to thesafety instructions contained in the manual.
The specifications, design features and illus-trations in this owner's manual are not binding.We reserve the right to make modificationswithout prior notice.
Volvo Car Corporation
Option
All types of option/accessory are marked withan asterisk*.
In addition to standard equipment, this manualalso describes options (factory fitted equip-ment) and certain accessories (retrofitted extraequipment).
The equipment described in the owner's man-ual is not available in all cars - they have dif-ferent equipment depending on adaptationsfor the needs of different markets and nationalor local laws and regulations.
In the event of uncertainty over what is stand-ard or an option/accessory, contact a Volvodealer.
Special texts
WARNING
Warning texts advise of a risk of personalinjury.
IMPORTANT
Important texts advise of a risk of materialdamage.
NOTE
NOTE texts give advice or tips that facilitatethe use of features and functions for exam-ple.
Footnote
There is footnote information in the owner'smanual that is located at the bottom of the
page. This information is an addition to the textthat it refers to via a number. If the footnoterefers to text in a table then letters are usedinstead of numbers for referral.
Message texts
There are displays in the car that show textmessages. These text messages are high-
lighted in the owner's manual by means of thetext being slightly larger and printed in grey.Examples of this are in menu texts and mes-
sage texts on the information display (e.g.AUDIO SETTINGS).
Decals
The car contains different types of decal whichare designed to convey important informationin a simple and clear manner. The decals in thecar have the following descending degree ofimportance for the warning/information.
Warning for personal injury
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Black ISO symbols on yellow warning field,white text/image on black message field. Usedto indicate the presence of danger which, if the
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warning is ignored, may result in serious per-sonal injury or fatality.
Risk of property damage
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White ISO symbols and white text/image onblack or blue warning field and message field.Used to indicate the presence of danger which,if the warning is ignored, may result in damageto property.
Information
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White ISO symbols and white text/image onblack message field.
NOTE
The labels shown in the owner's manual arenot provided as exact reproductions ofthose in the car. The purpose is to showtheir approximate appearance and locationin the car. The information that applies toyour car in particular is available on the labelin question in your car.
Procedure lists
Procedures where action must be taken in acertain sequence are numbered in the owner's
manual.
When there is a series of illustrations forstep-by-step instructions each step isnumbered in the same way as the corres-ponding illustration.
There are numbered lists with letters adja-cent to the series of illustrations where theorder of the instructions is not significant.
Arrows appear numbered and unnum-bered and are used to illustrate a move-
ment.
If there is no series of illustrations for step-by-step instructions then the different steps arenumbered with normal numbers.
Position lists
Red circles containing a number are usedin overview images where different com-ponents are pointed out. The numberrecurs in the position list featured in con-nection with the illustration that describesthe item.
Bulleted lists
A bulleted list is used when there is a list ofpoints in the owner's manual.
Example:
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Coolant
Engine oil
To be continued This symbol is located furthest down to theright when a section continues on the followingpage.
Recording dataYour vehicle contains a number of computerswhose function is to continuously check andmonitor the vehicle's operation and function-ality. Some of the computers can record infor-
mation during normal driving if they detect anerror. In addition, information is recorded in theevent of a crash or incident. Parts of the recor-ded information are required so that techni-cians can diagnose and rectify faults in thevehicle during servicing and maintenance andso that Volvo can fulfil legal requirements andother regulations. In addition to this, the infor-mation is used for research purposes by Volvoin order to continually develop quality andsafety, as the information can contribute to a
better understanding of the factors that causeaccidents and injuries. The informationincludes details of the status and functionalityof various systems and modules in the vehiclewith regard to engine, throttle, steering andbrake systems, amongst other things. Thisinformation may include details regarding the
way the driver drives the vehicle, such as vehi-cle speed, brake and accelerator pedal use,steering wheel movement and whether or not
the driver and passengers have used theirseatbelts. For the reasons given this informa-tion may be stored in the vehicle's computersfor a certain length of time, but also as a resultof a collision or incident. This information maybe stored by Volvo as long as it can help tofurther develop and further enhance safety andquality and as long as there are legal require-ments and other regulations that Volvo needsto consider.
Volvo will not contribute to the above-descri-bed information being disclosed to third partieswithout the vehicle owner's consent. However,due to national legislation and regulationsVolvo may be required to disclose such infor-mation to authorities such as police authorities,or others who may assert a legal right to haveaccess to it.
To be able to read and interpret the informationrecorded by the computers in the vehiclerequires special technical equipment that
Volvo, and workshops that have entered intoagreements with Volvo, have access to. Volvois responsible that the information, which istransferred to Volvo during servicing and main-tenance, is stored and handled in a securemanner and that the handling complies with
applicable legal requirements. For further infor-mation - contact a Volvo dealer.
Accessories and extra equipmentThe incorrect connection and installation ofaccessories can negatively affect the car'selectrical system. Certain accessories onlyfunction when their associated software isinstalled in the car's computer system. Wetherefore recommend that you always contactan authorised Volvo workshop before installingaccessories which are connected to or affectthe electrical system.
Change of ownership for cars withVolvo On Call *Volvo On Call is a supplemental service thatconsists of safety, security and comfort serv-ices. If the car has Volvo On Call and there is achange of owner, it is very important that theseservices are discontinued so that the formerowner cannot access the services in the car.Contact the call centre by pressing the ONCALLbutton in the car or contact an author-ised Volvo workshop. See also "Changing thesecurity code" in the owner's manual for VolvoOn Call.
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Information on the InternetAt www.volvocars.com there is further infor-mation concerning your car.
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Volvo and the environment
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Volvo Cars' environmental philosophy
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Environmental care is one of Volvo Car Corpo-ration's core values which influence all opera-tions. We also believe that our customers shareour consideration for the environment.
Your Volvo complies with strict internationalenvironmental standards and is also manufac-tured in one of the cleanest and most resource-efficient plants in the world. Volvo Car Corpo-ration has global ISO certification, whichincludes the environmental standard ISO14001 covering all factories and several of ourother units. We also set requirements for ourpartners so that they work systematically withenvironmental issues.
Fuel consumption
Volvo cars have competitive fuel consumptionin each of their respective classes. Lower fuelconsumption generally results in lower emis-sion of the greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide.
It is possible for the driver to influence fuel con-sumption. For more information read under theheading, Reducing environmental impact.
Efficient emission control
Your Volvo is manufactured following the con-cept "Clean inside and out" a concept thatencompasses a clean interior environment aswell as highly efficient emission control. In
many cases the exhaust emissions are wellbelow the applicable standards.
Clean air in the passenger compartment
A passenger compartment filter prevents dustand pollen from entering the passenger com-partment via the air intake.
A sophisticated air quality system, IAQS* (Inte-
rior Air Quality System) ensures that the incom-ing air is cleaner than the air in the traffic out-side.
The system consists of an electronic sensorand a carbon filter. The incoming air is moni-tored continuously and if there is an increase in
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the level of certain unhealthy gases such ascarbon monoxide then the air intake is closed.Such a situation may arise in heavy traffic,
queues and tunnels for example.The entry of nitrous oxides, ground-level ozoneand hydrocarbons is prevented by the carbonfilter.
Interior
The interior of a Volvo is designed to be plea-sant and comfortable, even for people withcontact allergies and for asthma sufferers.Extreme attention has been given to choosingenvironmentally-compatible materials.
Volvo workshops and the environment
Regular maintenance creates the conditionsfor a long service life and low fuel consumptionfor your car. In this way you contribute to acleaner environment. When Volvo's workshopsare entrusted with the service and mainte-nance of your car it becomes part of our sys-tem. We make clear demands regarding theway in which our workshops are designed inorder to prevent spills and discharges into the
environment. Our workshop staff have theknowledge and the tools required to guaranteegood environmental care.
Reducing environmental impactYou can easily help reduce environmentalimpact - here are a few tips:
Avoid letting the engine idle - switch off theengine when stationary for longer periods.Pay attention to local regulations.
Drive economically - think ahead. Perform service and maintenance in
accordance with the owner's manual'sinstructions - follow the Service and War-ranty Booklet's recommended intervals.
If the car is equipped with an engine blockheater*, use it before starting from cold - itimproves starting capacity and reduceswear in cold weather and the engine rea-ches normal operating temperature morequickly, which lowers consumption andreduces emissions.
High speed increases consumption con-siderably due to increased wind resistance- a doubling of speed increases wind resis-tance 4 times.
Always dispose of environmentally hazar-dous waste, such as batteries and oils, inan environmentally safe manner. Consult aworkshop in the event of uncertainty abouthow this type of waste should be discarded
- an authorised Volvo workshop is recom-mended.
Following this advice can save money, theplanet's resources are saved, and the car'sdurability is extended. For more informationand further advice, see the pages 142 and293.
Recycling
As a part of Volvo's environmental work, it isimportant that the car is recycled in an envi-
ronmentally sound manner. Almost all of thecar can be recycled. The last owner of the caris therefore requested to contact a dealer forreferral to a certified/approved recyclingfacility.
The owner's manual and theenvironmentThe FSC symbol shows that the paper pulp inthis publication comes from FSC certified for-
ests or other controlled sources.
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Seatbelts................................................................................................. 18Airbag system.................................................................... ..................... 21
Airbags.................................................................................................... 22
Activating/deactivating the airbag*........................................... .............. 24
Side airbags (SIPS bags)........................................................................ 26
Inflatable Curtain (IC).............................................................................. 28
WHIPS..................................................................................................... 29
When the systems deploy....................................................................... 31
Crash mode............................................................................................ 32Child safety...................................................................... ....................... 33
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Seatbelts01
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General information
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Tensioning the hip strap. The belt must be posi-tioned low down.
Heavy braking can have serious consequencesif the seatbelts are not used. Ensure that allpassengers use their seatbelts. It is importantthat the seatbelt lies against the body so it canprovide maximum protection. Do not lean thebackrest too far back. The seatbelt is designedto protect in a normal seating position.
Putting on a seatbelt Pull the seatbelt out slowly and secure it by
pressing the buckle into the lock. A loud"click" indicates that the seatbelt haslocked.
Releasing the seatbelt Press the red lock button and then let the
seatbelt retract. If the seatbelt does not
retract fully, feed the seatbelt in by hand sothat it does not hang loose.
The seatbelt locks and cannot be with-drawn:
if it is pulled out too quickly
during braking and acceleration
if the car leans heavily.
Keep in mind the following
do not use clips or anything else that canprevent the seatbelt from fitting properly
ensure that the seatbelt is not twisted orcaught on anything
the hip strap must be positioned low down(not over the abdomen)
tension the hip strap over the lap by pullingthe diagonal shoulder belt as illustrated.
WARNING
The seatbelts and airbags interact. If a seat-belt is not used or is used incorrectly, thismay diminish the protection provided by theairbag in the event of a collision.
WARNING
Each seatbelt is designed for only one per-son.
WARNING
Never modify or repair the seatbelt yourself.Volvo recommends that you contact anauthorised Volvo workshop. If the seatbelthas been subjected to a major load, such asin conjunction with a collision, the entireseatbelt must be replaced. Some of theseatbelt's protective properties may havebeen lost even if the seatbelt does not
appear damaged. The seatbelt must also bereplaced if it shows signs of wear or dam-age. The new seatbelt must be type-approved and designed for installation atthe same location as the replaced seatbelt.
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Seatbelts and pregnancy
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The seatbelt should always be worn duringpregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in thecorrect way. The diagonal section of the seat-belt should wrap over the shoulder then berouted between the breasts and to the side ofthe abdomen.
The lap section of the seatbelt should lay flatover the thighs and as low as possible under
the abdomen. It must never be allowed to rideupward. Remove the slack from the seatbeltand ensure that it fits as close to the body aspossible. In addition, check that there are notwists in the seatbelt.
As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant driversshould adjust their seats and steering wheel
such that they can easily maintain control of thevehicle as they drive (which means that theymust be able to easily operate the foot pedals
and steering wheel). They should strive to posi-tion the seat with as large a distance as possi-ble between their abdomen and the steeringwheel.
Seatbelt reminder
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Unbelted occupants will be reminded to fastentheir seatbelts by means of an audio and visualreminder. The audio reminder is speeddependent, and in some cases time depend-ent. The visual reminder is located in the roofconsole and the combined instrument panel.
Child seats are not covered by the seatbeltreminder system.
Rear seatThe seatbelt reminder in the rear seat has twosubfunctions:
Provides information on which seatbeltsare being used in the rear seat. A messageappears in the information display whenthe seatbelts are in use, or if one of the reardoors has been opened. The message iscleared automatically after driving forapproximately 30 seconds or after press-ing the indicator stalk's READbutton.
Provides a warning if one of the rear seat-belts is unfastened during a journey. Thiswarning takes the form of a message onthe information display along with theaudio/visual signal. The warning ceaseswhen the seatbelt is re-fastened or whenacknowledged manually by pressing theREADbutton.
The message on the information display show-ing which seatbelts are in use is always avail-able. Press the READbutton to see stored
messages.
Certain markets
An audio signal and indicator lamp remind thedriver if not wearing a seatbelt to use one. Atlow speed, the audio reminder will sound forthe first 6 seconds.
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Seatbelt tensionerThe front seatbelts and the two for the outerrear seats are equipped with seatbelt tension-
ers. A mechanism in the seatbelt tensionertightens the seatbelt in the event of a suffi-ciently violent collision. The seatbelt then pro-vides more effective restraint for occupants.
WARNING
Never insert the tongue of the passenger'sseatbelt into the buckle on the driver's side.
Always insert the tongue of the seatbelt intothe buckle on the correct side. Do not makeany damages on seatbelts nor insert any
foreign objects into a buckle. The seatbeltsand buckles would then possibly not func-tion as intended in the event of a collision.There is a risk of serous injury.
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Warning symbol on the combinedinstrument panel
The warning symbol in the combined instru-ment panel illuminates when the remote con-trol key is turned to key position I, IIor III. Thesymbol goes out after approx. 6 seconds pro-vided the airbag system is fault-free.
As well as the warning symbol, amessage may appear on the dis-play in appropriate cases. If the
warning symbol malfunctions, thewarning triangle illuminates andthe message SRS AIRBAGSERVICE REQUIREDor SRSAIRBAG SERVICE URGENTappears in the display. Volvo rec-
ommends that you contact an authorisedVolvo workshop immediately.
WARNING
If the warning symbol for the airbag systemremains illuminated or illuminates while driv-ing, it means that the airbag system doesnot have full functionality. The symbol indi-cates a fault in the seatbelt tensioner sys-tem, SIPS, SRS or the IC system. Volvo rec-ommends that you contact an authorised
Volvo workshop immediately.
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Airbag system
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SRS system, left-hand drive
The system consists of airbags and sensors. Asufficiently violent collision trips the sensorsand the airbag(s) are inflated with hot gas. Tocushion the impact, the airbag deflates whencompressed. When this occurs, smokeescapes into the car. This is completely nor-mal. The entire process, including inflation anddeflation of the airbag, takes place withintenths of a second.
WARNING
Volvo recommends that you contact anauthorised Volvo workshop for repair.Defective work in the airbag system couldcause malfunction and result in serious per-sonal injury.
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SRS system, right-hand drive
NOTE
The sensors react differently depending onthe course of the collision and whether ornot the seatbelts on the driver's side andpassenger side are used.
It is therefore possible that only one (ornone) of the airbags may inflate in a colli-sion. The airbag system senses the force ofthe collision on the car and adapts accord-ingly so that one or more airbags isdeployed.
The capacities of the airbags are also adap-ted to the collision force to which they aresubjected.
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Location of the passenger airbag in left-hand driveand right-hand drive cars.
WARNING
Do not put objects in front of or above theinstrument panel where the passenger air-bag is located.
Airbag on the driver's sideThe car has an airbag to supplement the pro-tection afforded by the seatbelt on the driver's
side. It is folded up into the centre of the steer-ing wheel. The steering wheel is marked SRS
AIRBAG.
WARNING
The seatbelts and airbags interact. If a seat-belt is not used or is used incorrectly, thismay diminish the protection provided by theairbag in the event of a collision.
Passenger airbagThe car has an airbag to supplement the pro-tection afforded by the seatbelt on the passen-ger side. It is folded up into a compartmentabove the glovebox. The cover panel is markedSRS AIRBAG.
WARNING
To minimise the risk of injury if the airbagdeploys, passengers must sit as upright as
possible with their feet on the floor and backagainst the backrest. Seatbelts must besecured.
WARNING
Never place a child in a child seat or on abooster cushion in the front seat if the airbagis activated.1
Never allow anybody to stand or sit in frontof the front passenger seat. Children under140 cm must never sit in the front passengerseat if the airbag is activated.
Failure to follow the advice given above canendanger life.
1 For information on activated/deactivated airbag, see page 24.
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Activating/deactivating the airbag*01
24 *Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Key switch off - PACOS*
General information
The airbag for the front passenger seat can bedeactivated if the car is equipped with a switch,PACOS (Passenger Airbag Cut Off Switch). Forinformation on how to activate/deactivate, seeunder the heading Activating/deactivating.
Key switch off/switch
The switch for the passenger airbag (PACOS)is located on the passenger end of the instru-ment panel and is accessible when the pas-senger door is open, (see under the headingbelow, Activating/deactivating).
Check that the switch is in the required posi-tion. Volvo recommends that the key blade isused to change position.
For information on the key blade, seepage 123.
WARNING
Failure to follow the advice given above canendanger life.
WARNING
If the car is equipped with a front passengerairbag, but does not have a switch (PACOS),then the airbag will always be activated.
WARNING
Never place a child in a child seat or on abooster cushion in the front seat if the airbagis activated and the symbol in the roofconsole is illuminated. Failure to follow thisadvice could endanger the life of the child.
WARNING
Do not allow anyone to sit in the front pas-senger seat if the text message in the roofpanel indicates that the airbag is deacti-vated, and if the warning symbol for the air-bag system is also displayed on the com-
bined instrument panel. This indicates thatthere has been a severe malfunction. Volvorecommends that you visit an authorised
Volvo workshop as soon as possible.
Activating/deactivating
Switch location
The airbag is activated. With the switch inthis position, children taller than 140 cmcan sit in the front passenger seat, butnever children in a child seat or on abooster cushion.
The airbag is deactivated. With the switchin this position, children in a child seat oron a booster cushion can sit in the front
passenger seat, but never persons tallerthan 140 cm.
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WARNING
Activated airbag(passenger seat):
Never place a child in a child seat or on abooster cushion on the front passenger seatwhen the airbag is activated. This applies toeveryone shorter than 140 cm.
Deactivated airbag(passenger seat):
No one taller than 140 cm should ever sit inthe front passenger seat when the airbag isdeactivated.
Failure to follow the advice given above canendanger life.
Messages
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Indicator showing that the passenger airbag isdeactivated.
A text message and a symbol in the roof panelindicate that the airbag for the front passengerseat is deactivated (see preceding illustration).
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Indicator showing that the passenger airbag isactivated.
A warning symbol in the roof panel indicatesthat the airbag for the front passenger seat isactivated (see preceding illustration).
NOTE
When the remote control key is turned tokey position IIor IIIthe warning symbol forthe airbag is displayed on the combinedinstrument panel for approx. 6 seconds, seepage 21.
Following which, the indicator in the roofconsole is illuminated showing the correctstatus for the front passenger seat airbag.For more information about the different keypositions, see page 152.
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Side airbags (SIPS bags)01
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Side airbag
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Side airbag locations.
In a side impact collision a large proportion ofthe collision force is transferred by the SIPS(Side Impact Protection System) to beams, pil-lars, the floor, the roof and other structuralparts of the body. The side airbags at the driv-er's and front passenger seats protect thechest area and are an important part of theSIPS. The side airbags are located in the front
seat backrests.
WARNING
Volvo recommends that repairs are onlycarried out by an authorised Volvoworkshop. Defective work in the SIPS-bag system could cause malfunctionand result in serious personal injury.
Do not place any objects in the areabetween the outside of the seat and thedoor panel, since this area is requiredby the side airbag.
Volvo recommends the use only of carseat covers approved by Volvo. Otherseat covers may impede the operation
of the side airbags. Side airbags are a supplement the seat-
belts. Always use a seatbelt.
Child seats and side airbags
The protection provided by the car to childrenseated in a child seat or on a booster cushionis not diminished by the side airbag.
A child seat or booster cushion can be placedon the front passenger seat provided that the
car does not have an activated1passenger air-bag.
Location
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Front passenger seat, left-hand drive.
The SIPS bag system consists of side airbagsand sensors. A sufficiently violent collision tripsthe sensors and the side airbags are inflated.The airbag inflates between the occupant andthe door panel and thereby cushions the initialimpact. The airbag deflates when compressedby the collision. The side airbag is normally onlydeployed on the side of the collision.
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Properties
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The inflatable curtain IC (Inflatable Curtain) is apart of SIPS and the airbags. It is fitted in theheadlining along both sides of the roof andprotects the car's occupants sitting in the outerseats. A sufficiently violent collision trips thesensors and the inflatable curtain is inflated.The inflatable curtain helps to prevent thedriver and passengers from striking their headson the inside of the car during a collision.
WARNING
Never hang or attach heavy items onto thehandles in the roof. The hook is onlydesigned for light clothing (not for solidobjects such as umbrellas for example).
Do not screw or install anything onto thecar's headlining, door pillars or side panels.This could compromise the intended pro-tection. Volvo recommends that you onlyever use Volvo genuine parts that areapproved for placement in these areas.
WARNING
Do not load the car higher than 50 mm under
the top edge of the side windows. Other-wise, the intended protection of the inflat-able curtain, which is concealed in the head-lining, may be compromised.
WARNING
The inflatable curtain is a supplement to theseatbelts.
Always use a seatbelt.
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Protection against whiplash injury WHIPS
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The whiplash protection system (WHIPS) con-sists of energy absorbing backrests and spe-cially designed head restraints for the frontseats. The system is actuated by a rear-endcollision, where the angle and speed of the col-lision, and the nature of the colliding vehicle allhave an influence.
WARNING
The WHIPS system is a supplement to theseatbelts. Always use a seatbelt.
Properties of the seat
When the WHIPS system is deployed, the frontseat backrests are lowered backward to alterthe seating position of the driver and front seatpassenger. This reduces the risk of whiplashinjury.
WARNING
Never modify or repair the seat or WHIPSsystem yourself. Volvo recommends thatyou contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
WHIPS system and child seats/booster
cushions
The protection provided by the car to childrenseated in a child seat or on a booster cushionis not diminished by the WHIPS system.
Correct seating position
For the best possible protection, the driver andfront seat passenger should sit in the centre of
the seat with as little space as possiblebetween the head and the head restraint.
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Do not obstruct the WHIPS system
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Do not leave any objects on the floor behind thedriver's seat/passenger seat that may prevent theWHIPS system from functioning.
WARNING
Do not squeeze rigid objects between therear seat cushion and the front seat back-rest. Make sure you do not to obstruct thefunction of the WHIPS system.
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Do not place objects in the rear seat that may pre-vent the WHIPS system from functioning.
WARNING
If a rear seat backrest is folded down, thecorresponding front seat must be movedforward so that it does not touch the foldedbackrest.
WARNING
If a seat has been subjected to extremeforces, such as due to a rear-end collision,
the WHIPS system must be checked. Volvorecommends that it is checked by anauthorised Volvo workshop.
Part of the WHIPS system's protectivecapacity may have been lost even if theseats appear to be undamaged.
Volvo recommends that you contact anauthorised Volvo workshop to have the sys-tem checked even after a minor rear-endcollision.
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Activating the systems
System Triggered
Seatbelt tensioner, front seat In a frontal collision and/or side-impact accident and/or rear-end collision
Seatbelt tensioner, outside rear seat In a frontal collision
Airbags In a frontal collisionA
Side airbags (SIPS) In a side-impact accidentA
Inflatable Curtain IC In a side-impact accidentA
Whiplash protection WHIPS In a rear-end collision
A The bodywork of the car could be greatly deformed in a collision without airbag deployment. A number of factors such as the rigidity and weight of the object hit, the speed of the car, the angle of
the collision etc. affects how the different safety systems of the car are activated.
If the airbags have been deployed, the follow-ing is recommended:
Recovering the car. Volvo recommendsthat you have it conveyed to an authorisedVolvo workshop. Do not drive withdeployed airbags.
Volvo recommends that you engage anauthorised Volvo workshop to handle thereplacement of components in the car's
safety systems. Always contact a doctor.
NOTE
The airbag, SIPS, IC and belt tensioner sys-tems are deployed only once during a colli-sion
WARNING
The airbag system's control module islocated in the centre console. If the centre
console is drenched with water or other liq-uid, disconnect the battery cables. Do notattempt to start the car since the airbagsmay deploy. Recovering the car. Volvo rec-ommends that you have it conveyed to anauthorised Volvo workshop.
WARNING
Never drive with deployed airbags. Theycan make steering difficult. Other safetysystems may also be damaged. The smokeand dust created when the airbags aredeployed can cause skin and eye irritation/injury after intensive exposure. In case ofirritation, wash with cold water. The rapiddeployment sequence and airbag fabricmay cause friction and skin burns.
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Driving after a collision
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If the car is involved in a collision, the textCRASH MODE SEE MANUALmay appear onthe information display. This means that the carhas reduced functionality. Crash mode is aprotective state that is enforced when the col-lision may have damaged any of the car's vitalfunctions, such as the fuel lines, sensors forone of the safety systems, or the brake system.
Attempting to start the carFirst, check that no fuel is leaking from the car.There must be no smell of fuel either.
If everything seems normal and you havechecked for indications of fuel leakage, youmay attempt to start the car.
Firstly, remove the remote control key and thenreinsert it. The car's electronics will then try toreset themselves to normal mode. Then try to
start the car. If CRASH MODE SEEMANUALis still shown on the display then thecar must not be driven or towed. Even if the carappears to be driveable, hidden damage maymake the car impossible to control once mov-ing.
Moving the car
If NORMAL MODEis shown after CRASHMODE SEE MANUALhas been reset, the carcan be moved carefully out of a dangerous
position. Do not move the car further than nec-essary.
WARNING
Never attempt to repair your car or reset theelectronics yourself if the car has been incrash mode. This could result in personalinjury or the car not functioning as normal.
Volvo recommends that you always engagean authorised Volvo workshop to check andrestore the car to NORMAL MODEafter
CRASH MODE SEE MANUALhas beendisplayed.
WARNING
Never, under any circumstances, attempt torestart the car if it smells of fuel when the
CRASH MODE SEE MANUALmessage isdisplayed. Leave the car at once.
WARNING
If the car is in crash mode it must not betowed. It must be transported from its loca-tion. Volvo recommends that you have itconveyed to an authorised Volvo workshop.
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Children should sit comfortably andsafelyVolvo recommends that children travel in rear-
facing child seats until as late an age as pos-sible, at least until 3-4 years of age, and thenfront-facing booster cushions/child seats untilup to 10 years of age.
The position of a child in the car and the choiceof equipment are dictated by the child's weightand size, for more information, see page 35.
NOTE
Regulations regarding the placement of
children in cars vary from country to coun-try. Check what does apply.
Children of all ages and sizes must always sitcorrectly secured in the car. Never allow a childto sit on the knee of a passenger.
Volvo has child safety equipment (child seats,booster cushions & attachment devices) whichis designed for your particular car. Using Vol-vo's child safety equipment provides you with
optimum conditions for your child to travelsafely in the car. Furthermore, the child safetyequipment fits and is easy to use.
NOTE
In the event of questions when fitting childsafety products, contact the manufacturer
for clearer instructions.
Child seats
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Child seats and airbags are not compatible.
NOTE
When using child safety products it isimportant to read the installation instruc-tions included with the product.
Do not attach the straps for the child seat tothe horizontal adjustment bar, springs, rails orbeams under the seat. Sharp edges can dam-
age the straps.Look in the installation instructions for the childseat for the correct fitting.
Location of child seats
You may place:
a child seat/booster cushion on the frontpassenger seat, provided the passengerairbag is not activated1.
one or more child seats/booster cushions
in the rear seat.Always fit child seats/booster cushions in therear seat if the passenger airbag is activated. Achild in the front passenger seat could sufferserious injury if the airbag deploys.
1 For information on activated/deactivated airbag, see page 24.
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WARNING
Never place a child in a child seat or on abooster cushion in the front seat if the airbag
is activated2.
No one shorter than 140 cm should ever sitin the front passenger seat if the airbag isactivated.
Failure to follow the advice given above canendanger life.
WARNING
Booster cushions/child seats with steelbraces or some other design that could rest
on the seatbelt buckle's opening buttonmust not be used, as they could cause theseatbelt buckle to open accidentally.
Do not allow the upper section of the childseat to rest against the windscreen.
Label Airbag
Label fitted on the end face of the instrument panelon the passenger side, see the illustration on page
24.
2 For information on activating/deactivating the airbag (SRS), see page 24.
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*Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 35
Recommended child seats3
Weight Front seatA Outer rear seat Centre rear seat
Group 0
max. 10 kg
Group 0+
max. 13 kg
Volvo infant seat (Volvo Infant Seat) -rear-facing child seat, secured with theISOFIX fixture system. This fittingrequires an ISOFIX bracket* for correctinstallation.
Type approval: E1 04301146
(L)
Volvo infant seat (Volvo Infant Seat) -rear-facing child seat, secured with theISOFIX fixture system.
Type approval: E1 04301146
(L)
Volvo infant seat (Volvo Infant Seat) -rear-facing child seat, secured with the
car's seatbeltType approval: E1 04301146
(U)
Volvo infant seat (Volvo Infant Seat) -rear-facing child seat, secured with the
car's seatbeltType approval: E1 04301146
(U)
Volvo infant seat (Volvo Infant Seat) -rear-facing child seat, secured with the
car's seatbelt.Type approval: E1 03301146
(U)
Rear-facing child seat (Child Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt and straps. Use a protectivecushion between the child seat and thedashboard.
Type approval: E5 03135
(L)
Rear-facing child seat (Child Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt, straps and support legs.
Type approval: E5 03135
(L)
Rear-facing child seat (Child Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt, straps and support legs.
Type approval: E5 03135
(L)
Child seats which are universallyapproved.
(U)
Child seats which are universallyapproved.
(U)
Child seats which are universallyapproved.
(U)
3 With regard to other child seats the car should be included in the manufacturer's enclosed list of vehicles or be universally approved in accordance with the ECE R44 legal requirement.
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Weight Front seatA Outer rear seat Centre rear seat
Group 1
9 18 kg
Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat
(Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - rear-fac-ing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt and straps.
Type approval: E5 04192
(L)
Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat
(Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - rear-fac-ing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt and straps.
Type approval: E5 04192
(L)
Rear-facing child seat (Child Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt and straps. Use a protectivecushion between the child seat and thedashboard.
Type approval: E5 03135
(L)
Rear-facing child seat (Child Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt, straps and support legs.
Type approval: E5 03135
(L)
Rear-facing child seat (Child Seat) - rear-facing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt, straps and support legs.
Type approval: E5 03135
(L)
Britax Fixway rear-facing child seat,secured with the ISOFIX fixture systemand straps. This fitting requires an ISOFIXbracket* for correct installation.
Type approval: E5 03171
(L)
Britax Fixway rear-facing child seat,secured with the ISOFIX fixture systemand straps.
Type approval: E5 03171
(L)
Child seats which are universallyapproved.
(U)
Child seats which are universallyapproved.
(U)
Child seats which are universallyapproved.
(U)
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Weight Front seatA Outer rear seat Centre rear seat
Group 2
15-25 kg
Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat
(Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - rear-fac-ing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt and straps
Type approval: E5 04192
(L)
Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat
(Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - rear-fac-ing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt and straps
Type approval: E5 04192
(L)
Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat(Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - front-fac-ing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt.
Type approval: E5 04191(L)
Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat(Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - front-fac-ing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt.
Type approval: E5 04191(L)
Volvo rear-facing/turnable child seat(Volvo Convertible Child Seat) - front-fac-ing child seat, secured with the car'sseatbelt.
Type approval: E5 04191(L)
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Weight Front seatA Outer rear seat Centre rear seat
Group 2/3
15 36 kg
Volvo booster seat with backrest (Volvo
Booster Seat with backrest).Type approval: E1 04301169
(UF)
Volvo booster seat with backrest (Volvo
Booster Seat with backrest).Type approval: E1 04301169
(UF)
Volvo booster seat with backrest (Volvo
Booster Seat with backrest).Type approval: E1 04301169
(UF)
Booster cushion with and without back-rest (Booster Cushion with and withoutbackrest).
Type approval: E5 03139
(UF)
Booster cushion with and without back-rest (Booster Cushion with and withoutbackrest).
Type approval: E5 03139
(UF)
Booster cushion with and without back-rest (Booster Cushion with and withoutbackrest).
Type approval: E5 03139
(UF)
Integrated booster cushion (IntegratedBooster Cushion) - available as a factoryfitted option.
Type approval: E5 03168
(B)
L: Suitable for specific child seats. These child seats may be intended for use in a special car model, limited or semi-universal categories.
U: Suitable for universally approved child seats in this weight class.
UF: Suitable for front-facing universally approved child seats in this weight class.
B: Built-in child seats approved for this weight class.A For information on activated/deactivated airbag, see page 24.
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WARNING
Never place a child in a child seat or on abooster cushion in the front seat if the airbag
is activated4.
No one shorter than 140 cm should ever sitin the front passenger seat if the airbag isactivated.
Failure to follow the advice given above canendanger life.
Integrated booster cushions*
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Volvos integrated booster cushion for theouter rear seats is specially designed to pro-
vide optimum safety for children. Combinedwith the regular seatbelts the integratedbooster cushion is approved for children
weighing between 15 and 36 kg.Raising the booster cushion
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Pull that handle to raise the booster cush-ion.
Grasp the cushion with both hands andpush it backwards.
Push until it locks in place.
WARNING
The booster cushion must be in the lockedposition before the child is placed there.
Check that:
the booster cushion in locked in position
the seatbelt is in contact with the child'sbody and is not slack or twisted, and thatthe seatbelt is positioned correctly acrossthe shoulder
the hip strap is low across the hips for opti-mum protection
the seatbelt does not lie across the child'sthroat or below the shoulder
Carefully adjust the position of the headrestraint to suit the child.
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WARNING
Repair or replacement should only be per-formed by a workshop. Volvo recommends
that you contact an authorised Volvo work-shop. Do not make any modifications oradditions to the booster cushion yourself.
If an integrated booster cushion has beensubjected to a major load, such as in con-
junction with a collision, the entire boostercushion must be replaced. Even if thebooster cushion appears to be undamaged,it may not afford the same level of protec-tion. The booster cushion must also bereplaced if it is heavily worn.
Lowering the booster cushion
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Pull the handle.
Lower the seat and press until it locks.
NOTE
Remember to stow away the booster cush-ion before lowering the rear seat backrest.
Child safety locks, rear doorsThe controls for operating the rear door powerwindows and the rear door opening handles
can be blocked from opening from the inside.For more information see page 135.
ISOFIX fixture system for child seats
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Mounting points for the ISOFIX fixture systemare concealed behind the lower section of the
rear seat backrest, in the outer seats.The location of the mounting points is indicatedby symbols in the backrest upholstery (seeillustration above).
Press the seat cushion down to access themounting points.
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Always follow the manufacturer's installationinstructions when connecting a child seat tothe ISOFIX mounting points.
Size classesChild seats are in different sizes cars are indifferent sizes. This means that not all childseats are suitable for all seats in all car models.
Consequently, there is a size classification forchild seats using the ISOFIX fixture system inorder to assist users in choosing the correctchild seat (see the following table).
Size
class
Description
A Full size, front-facing childseat
B Reduced size (alt. 1), front-facing child seat
Sizeclass
Description
B1 Reduced size (alt.2), front-facing child seat
C Full size, rear-facing childseat
D Reduced size, rear-facingchild seat
E Rear-facing infant seat
F Transverse infant seat, left-
handG Transverse infant seat, right-
hand
WARNING
Never place a child in the passenger seat ifthe car is equipped with an activated airbag.
NOTE
If an ISOFIX child seat has no size classifi-cation then the car model must be includedon the child seat's vehicle list.
NOTE
Volvo recommends that you contact anauthorised Volvo dealer for recommenda-
tions about which ISOFIX child seats Volvorecommends.
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Types of ISOFIX child seat
Type of child seat Weight Size class Passenger seats for ISOFIX installation of child seats
Front seat Outer rear seatInfant seat transverse max. 10 kg F X X
G X X
Infant seat, rear-facing max. 10 kg E X OK
(IL)
Infant seat, rear-facing max. 13 kg E X OK
(IL)
D X OKA
(IL)
C X OKA
(IL)
Child seat, rear-facing 9-18 kg D X OKA
(IL)
C X OKA
(IL)
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Type of child seat Weight Size class Passenger seats for ISOFIX installation of child seats
Front seat Outer rear seat
Front-facing child seat 9-18 kg B X OKB
(IUF)
B1 X OKB
(IUF)
A X OKB
(IUF)
X: The ISOFIX position is not suitable for ISOFIX child seats in this weight class and/or size class.
IL: Suitable for specific ISOFIX child seats. These child seats may be intended for use in a special car model, limited or semi-universal categories.
IUF: Suitable for front-facing ISOFIX child seats that are universally approved in this weight class.
A In order to be able to fit the infant/child seat in the rear seat, the front passenger seat has been adjusted to a location in front of centre position.B Volvo recommends rear-facing child seats for this group.
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Upper mounting points for child seats
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Location, upper attachment points.
The car is equipped with upper mountingpoints for child seats. These mounting pointsare located on the rear side of the rear seat.
The upper mounting points are primarilyintended for use with front-facing child seats.Volvo recommends that small children shouldsit in rear-facing child seats to as late an ageas possible.
The child seat's straps must be routedbetween the head restraint and the backrest.
NOTE
For cars with folding head restraints on theoutside seats the head restraints should be
folded to facilitate the installation of thistype of child seat.
NOTE
For cars equipped with a cargo area coverover the cargo area, this must be removedbefore a child seat can be fitted in themounting points.
For detailed information on how to secure the
child seat in the upper mounting points, referto the instructions from the child seat manu-facturer.
WARNING
The child seat's straps must always bedrawn through the hole in the head restraintleg before they are tensioned at the attach-ment point.
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Overview, left-hand drive cars................................................................ 48
Overview, right-hand drive cars.............................................................. 50Driver's door control panel..................................................................... 52
Combined instrument panel.................................................................... 53
Indicator and warning symbols............................................................... 54
Information display.................................................................................. 58
Electrical socket...................................................................................... 60
Lighting panel.......................................................................................... 62
Left-hand stalk switch............................................................................. 65
Right-hand stalk switch.......................................................................... 68Cruise control*........................................................................................ 70
Keypad in the steering wheel*................................................................ 72
Steering wheel adjustment, hazard warning flashers............................. 73
Parking brake.......................................................................................... 74
Power windows....................................................................................... 75
Windows, rearview and door mirrors...................................................... 77
Power sunroof* ...................................................................................... 81
Personal preferences.............................................................................. 83HomeLink*............................................................................................ 86
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02
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02
49
Steering wheel adjustment
Bonnet release
Control panelDirection indicators, main beam, trip com-puter
Lighting, fuel filler flap opener
Door handle, lock button.
Air vents in dashboard
Air vent for side window
Cruise control
Horn, airbag
Combined instrument panel
Keypad for infotainment system
Windscreen wipers and washer, headlampwashers
Ignition switch
Sunroof controls
No function
No function
Switch for interior lighting
Reading lamp, left-hand side
Reading lamp, right-hand side
Seatbelt reminder and passenger seat air-bag indicator
Interior rearview mirror
Display for climate control and infotain-ment system
Infotainment system
Controls for climate control, infotainmentsystem and personal preferences
Climate control
Gear lever
Hazard warning flashers
Door handle
Glovebox
Parking brake
Electrical socket/cigarette lighter
Blind Spot Information System, BLIS
Switch, optional equipment
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02
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02
51
Electrical socket, cigarette lighter
Blind Spot Information System, BLIS
Switch, optional equipmentParking brake
Control panel
Glovebox
Door handle
Air vent for side window
Air vents in dashboard
Gear lever
Climate control
Controls for climate control, infotainmentsystem and personal preferences
Infotainment system
Display for climate control and infotain-ment system
Interior rearview mirror
Seatbelt reminder and passenger seat air-bag indicator
Switch for interior lighting
Reading lamp, left-hand side
Reading lamp, right-hand side
No function
No functionSunroof controls
Ignition switch
Windscreen wipers and washers, head-lamp washers
Cruise control
Combined instrument panel
Horn, airbag
Keypad for infotainment system
Hazard warning flashers
Door handle, lock button
Lighting, fuel filler flap opener
Direction indicators, main beam, trip com-puter
Bonnet release
Steering wheel adjustment
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Driver's door control panel
02
52 *Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Driver's door control panel
Disengaging the rear power windows.Electric child safety lock*
Power windows
Door mirror, left-hand side
Door mirrors, setting
Door mirror, right-hand side
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02
53
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Speedometer.
Direction indicators, left.
Warning symbol.
Information display Shows information orwarning messages, outside temperatureand clock. When the outside temperatureis between +2 C to -5 C a snowflake illu-minates on the display. This warns of icy
roads. The outside temperature gaugemay show a slightly high reading after thecar has been stationary.
Information symbol.
Direction indicator, right.
Tachometer Indicates engine speed inthousands of revolutions per minute (rpm).
Indicator and warning symbols.
Fuel gauge, see also trip computer, page 66.
Main beam indicator.
Display Display for automatic gear posi-tion, rain sensor, odometer, trip meter and
cruise control.Also shows gear shift indicator (GSI) andgear positions in the 1.6D DRIVe model,see page 157.
Button for trip meter Used to measureshort distances. Short presses on the but-ton switches between the two trip metersT1and T2. A long press (more than 2 sec-onds) resets an active trip meter to zero.
Temperature gauge - Used for the enginecooling system. A message will appear onthe display if the temperature becomes toohigh and the gauge goes into the red zone.Bear in mind that extra lights placed in frontof the air intake, for example, reduce thecooling capacity at high outside tempera-tures and high engine loads.
Indicator and warning symbols.
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Functionality check, symbols
All indicator and warning symbols1illuminatewhen the remote control key is turned to posi-
tion IIbefore starting. This is to check that thesymbols are working. When the engine starts,all the symbols should go out except the hand-brake symbol, which only goes out when thebrake is disengaged.
If the engine does not start withinfive seconds, all symbols extin-guish except the symbols for afault in the car's emissions systemand for low oil pressure. Certainsymbols may have no function,
depending on the car's specifica-tions.
Symbols in the centre of the instrumentpanel
G030
755
The red warning symbol illumi-nates when a fault has been indi-cated which could affect the safetyand/or driveability of the car. Anexplanatory text is shown on the
information display at the same time. The sym-bol remains visible until the fault has been rec-tified but the text message can be cleared with
the READbutton, see page 58. The warningsymbol can also illuminate in conjunction withother symbols.
When the symbol illuminates:
1. Stop in a safe manner. Do not drive the carfurther.
2. Read the information on the informationdisplay. Implement the action in accord-ance with the message in the display. Clearthe message using READ.
The yellow information symbol illu-minates and a text appears on theinformation display. The messagetext is cleared using the READbut-ton, see page 58, or disappears
automatically after a period of time (time
depending on which function is indicated).The yellow information symbol can also illumi-nate in conjunction with other symbols.
NOTE
When a service message is shown, the sym-bol and message are cleared using theREADbutton, or disappear automaticallyafter a time.
1 For certain engine variants, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Warnings are given via display text, see page 58.
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Indicator symbols left-hand side
G029048
Fault in car's emissions system
ABS fault
Rear fog lamp
Stability system DSTC
No function
Engine preheater (diesel)
Low level in fuel tank
Emissions system
If the symbol illuminates then itmay be due to a fault in the car'semissions system. Volvo recom-mends that you seek assistancefrom an authorised Volvo work-
shop for inspection.
ABS faultIf this symbol illuminates then thesystem is not working. The car'sregular brake system continues towork, but without the ABS func-tion.
1. Stop the car in a safe place and turn off theengine.
2. Restart the engine.
3. Drive to a workshop to have the ABS sys-tem checked if the symbol remains lit.Volvo recommends that you seek assis-tance from an authorised Volvo workshop.
Rear fog lamp
This symbol is lit when the rear fog
lamp is on.
Stability system DSTC*
For information on the system'sfunctions and symbols, seepage 169.
Engine preheater (diesel)This symbol illuminates duringengine preheating. Preheatingoccurs when the temperature isbelow -2 C. The car can be startedonce the symbol goes out.
Low level in fuel tank
When the symbol illuminates thelevel in the fuel tank is low, refuelas soon as possible.
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Indicator symbols right-hand side
G029049
Indicator symbol for trailer
Parking brake applied
Airbags SRS
Low oil pressure
Seatbelt reminder
Alternator not charging
Fault in brake system
Indicator symbol for trailer
This symbol flashes when thedirection indicators are used andthe trailer is connected. If the sym-bol does not flash then one of thelamps on the trailer or the car is
faulty.
Parking brake appliedThe symbol illuminates when theparking brake is applied. Alwayspull the parking brake lever to theend position.
NOTEThe symbol illuminates irrespective of howhard the parking brake is applied.
Airbags SRSIf this symbol remains illuminatedor illuminates while driving, itmeans a fault has been detected inthe seatbelt buckle, SRS, SIPS orIC system. Volvo recommends that
drive directly to an authorised Volvo workshopfor inspection.
Low oil pressure2
If this symbol illuminates duringdriving then the engine's oil pres-sure is too low. Stop the engineimmediately and check the engineoil level, top up if necessary. If the
symbol illuminates and the oil level is normalVolvo recommends that you contact an author-ised Volvo workshop.
Seatbelt reminder
This symbol illuminates if someonein a front seat has not put on theirseatbelt or if someone in a rearseat has taken off their seatbelt.
Alternator not chargingIf this symbol illuminates whiledriving, a fault has occurred in theelectrical system. Volvo recom-mends that you visit an authorisedVolvo workshop.
Fault in brake system
If this symbol illuminates, the brakefluid level may be too low.
2 For certain engine variants, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Warnings are given via display text, see page 58.
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Stop the car in a safe place and check thelevel in the brake fluid reservoir, seepage 225. If the reservoir level is belowMINthen the car should not be driven fur-ther. Volvo recommends that the car istransported to an authorised Volvo work-shop to have the brake system checked.
If the BRAKE and ABS symbolsilluminate at the same time, theremay be a fault in the brake forcedistribution system.
1. Stop the car in a safe place and turn off theengine.
2. Restart the engine.
3. If both symbols extinguish, continue driv-ing.
4. If the symbols remain illuminated, checkthe level in the brake fluid reservoir, seepage 225.
5. If the brake fluid level is normal but thesymbols are still illuminated, the car can bedriven, with great care, to a workshop to
have the brake system checked. Volvo rec-ommends that you seek assistance froman authorised Volvo workshop.
6. If the level in the reservoir is below MINthen the car should not be driven any fur-ther. Have the car transported to a work-shop to have the brake system checked.Volvo recommends that you seek assis-tance from an authorised Volvo workshop.
WARNING
If the BRAKE and ABS symbols are lit at thesame time, there is a risk that the rear endwill skid during heavy braking.
Reminder doors not closed
If one of the doors, the bonnet3or the boot lidis not properly closed, the driver will bereminded of this.
Low speed
If the car moves at a speed lessthan 5 km/h, the information sym-bol illuminates and DRIVERDOOR OPEN, PASSENGERDOOR OPEN,LEFT REAR
DOOR OPEN, BONNET OPENor RIGHTREAR DOOR OPENis shown on the display.Stop the car safely as soon as possible andclose the door or bonnet.
High speed
If the car is moving faster than10 km/h, the symbol illuminatesand one of the texts indicated in
the preceding paragraph appearson the display.
Boot lid reminderIf the boot lid is open, this informa-tion symbol will illuminate andBOOT LID OPENwill appear onthe display.
3 Only cars with alarm.
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Messages
G029050
When a warning or indicator symbol illuminatesthe information display shows a supplemen-tary message.
Press the READbutton (1).
Switch between messages with the READbut-ton. Fault messages are stored in the memoryuntil the fault is rectified.
NOTEIf a warning message appears while you areusing the trip computer, the message mustbe read (press READ) before the previousactivity can be resumed.
Message Specification
STOP SAFELYA Stop the car in a safemanner and turn offthe engine. Seriousrisk of damage.
SERVICEURGENTA
Volvo recommendsthat an authorisedVolvo workshopchecks the carimmediately.
SEE MANUALA Read the Owner'sManual.
SERVICEREQUIREDA
Volvo recommendsthat an authorisedVolvo workshopchecks the car assoon as possible.
HIGH ENGINETEMP STOPENGINE
Stop the car in a safemanner and turn offthe engine. Seriousrisk of damage.
BOOK TIME FORSERVICE
Time to book regularservice. Volvo rec-ommends that anauthorised Volvoworkshop carriesout the service.
Message Specification
TIME FOR REGU-LAR SERVICE
Time for regularservice. Volvo rec-ommends that anauthorised Volvoworkshop carriesout the service. Thetiming is determinedby the number of kil-ometres driven,number of monthssince the last serv-ice, engine runningtime and oil grade.
SERVICE OVER-DUE
If the service inter-vals are not followedthen the warrantydoes not cover anydamaged parts.Volvo recommendsthat an authorisedVolvo workshop car-ries out the service.
TRANSMISSIONOIL CHANGE NEE-DED
Volvo recommendsthat an authorisedVolvo workshopchecks the car assoon as possible.
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Message Specification
REMINDERCHECK OIL LEVEL
Check the oil level.The message isshown every 10000 km (certainengine variants). Forinformation onchecking the oillevel, see page 221.
SOOT FILTERFULL SEE OWNERMANUAL
Diesel particle filterrequires regenera-tion, see page 146.
DSTC SPIN CON-TROL OFF
The function of thestability and tractioncontrol system isreduced, seepage 170 for morevariants.
Message Specification
TRANSMISSIONPERFORMANCELOW
The gearbox cannothandle full capacity.Drive carefully untilthe message clears,see page 161.
If shown repeatedlythen Volvo recom-mends that anauthorised Volvoworkshop is contac-ted.
Message Specification
TRANSMISSIONOIL TEMP HIGH
Drive more smoothlyor stop the car in asafe manner. Disen-gage the gear andrun the engine atidling speed until themessage clears. Formore information,see page 161.
TRANSM OILTEMP STOPSAFELY
Critical fault. Stopthe car immediatelyin a safe manner.
Volvo recommendsthat an authorisedVolvo workshop iscontacted.B
A Part of message, shown together with information on wherethe problem has arisen.
B For more messages concerning automatic transmission, seepage 161.
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12 V electrical socket
G019621
Electrical socket and cigarette lighter.
The electrical socket can be used for variousaccessories designed for 12 V, e.g. TV screens,music players and mobile phones. For thesocket to supply current, the remote controlkey must be in at least position I, seepage 152.
IMPORTANT
Max. socket is 10 A (120 W) if one socket isused at a time. If both sockets are usedsimultaneously, 7.5 A (90 W) per socket isapplicable.
WARNING
Always leave the plug in the socket whenthe socket is not in use.
NOTE
Optional equipment and accessories - e.g.TV screens, music players and mobilephones - which are connected to one of thepassenger compartment's 12V electricalsockets, could be activated by the climatecontrol system, even when the remote con-trol key has been removed or when the caris locked, for example, when the parkingheater is activated at a preset time.
For this reason remove the plugs from theelectrical sockets for optional equipment oraccessories when not in use because thebattery could be drained in the event of suchan occurrence!
Cigarette lighter*
Activate the lighter by pushing in the button.The button pops out when the lighter is hot. Pullout the lighter and light a cigarette on theheated coils.
Electrical socket in the rear seat
G029082
Electrical socket in the rear seat.
The electrical socket in the rear seat can beused for various accessories, see "12 V elec-trical socket" above.
NOTE
Cigarette lighter does not work in thissocket.
The electrical socket is designed for 12 V. Forthe socket to supply current, the remote con-trol key must be in at least position I, seepage 152.
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WARNING
Always leave the plug in the socket whenthe socket is not in use.
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General
G020139
Thumbwheel for headlamp levelling
Light switches
Thumbwheel for adjusting display andinstrument lighting
Front fog lamps*
Opening the fuel filler flap
Rear fog lamp
Posi-tion
Specification
Automatic/deactivated dippedbeam. Only main beam flash.
Position/parking lamps
Automatic dipped beam. Mainbeam and main beam flashwork in this position.
Headlamp levellingThe load in the car changes the vertical align-
ment of the headlamp beam, which could daz-zle oncoming motorists. Avoid this by adjustingthe height of the beam.
1. Turn the remote control key to position II.
2. Turn the headlamp control (2) to one of theend positions.
3. Roll the control (1) up or down respectivelyto raise or lower beam alignment.
Cars with active Xenon headlamps - ABL* have
automatic headlamp levelling, so there is nocontrol (1).
Position/parking lampsPosition/parking lamps can be switched onirrespective of remote control key position.
Turn the headlamp control (2) to the centreposition.
When the remote control key is in position IItheposition/parking lamps and number plate light-ing are always on.
Headlamps
Automatic dipped beam*
Dipped beam comes on automatically when
the remote control key is turned to position II,except when the headlamp control (2) is in thecentre position. If necessary, the automaticdipped beam can be deactivated. Volvo rec-ommends that this is performed by an author-ised Volvo workshop.
Automatic dipped beam, main beam
1. Turn the remote control key to position II.
2. Dipped beam is activated by means ofturning the headlamp control (2) clockwise
to the end position.
3. Main beam is activated by means of mov-ing the left-hand stalk switch towards thesteering wheel to the end position andreleasing it, see page 65.
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The lamps are switched off automatically whenthe remote control key is turned to position Ior0.
Instrument lightingThe instrument lighting is switched on whenthe remote control key is in position IIand theheadlamp control (2) is in one of the end posi-tions. The lighting is automatically dimmedduring the day and can be controlled manuallyat night.
Roll the control up or down (3) for brighteror dimmer lighting.
Enhanced display lightingTo facilitate reading the odometer, trip meter,clock and outside temperature gauge, theseilluminate when the car is unlocked and whenthe remote control key is removed from theignition switch. The displays extinguish whenthe car is locked.
Fog lamps
NOTE
Regulations for use of fog lamps vary fromcountry to country.
Front fog lamps*The front fog lamps can be switched on alongwith the headlamps or the position lamps/park-ing lamps.
Press the button (4).
The light in the button (4) illuminates when thefront fog lamps are switched on.
Rear fog lamp
The rear fog lamp can only be switched on withthe headlamps or the front fog lamps.
Press the button (6).
The rear fog lamp indicator symbol on the com-bined instrument panel and the light in the but-ton (6) illuminate when the rear fog lamp isswitched on.
Fuel filler flapPress button (5) to open the fuel filler flap whenthe car is unlocked, see page 132.
Active Xenon headlamps*
G026507
Lighting panel, for active Xenon headlamps
If the car is equipped with active Xenon head-lamps (Active Bending Lights, ABL) the lightfrom the headlamps follows the steering wheelmovement in order to provide maximum light-
ing in bends and junctions and so provideincreased safety.
The LED illuminates when the function
is activated. The LED flashes and an error mes-sage is shown on the information display in the
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event of a malfunction. The function is onlyactive in twilight or darkness and only when thecar is moving.
The function can be deactivated/activated withthe headlamp control.
G020789
Headlamp pattern with function deactivated (left)and activated (right) respectively.
Daytime running lights - DRL*T