VOLVO 850 1996 Owner's Manual

1996 Volvo 850

Trip computer controls

Select one of the trip computer's six functions by using control B. The \
Reset button (C) is used to reset
the following functions:
l Average speed
l Average fuel consumption
l Trip meter
Rotate the control to the required position and press the button for at \
least two seconds to reset the
selected function.

NOTE: If pressure is maintained on the button for another three seconds,\
all three of the functions
mentioned above will be reset.
pg. 1:13 Trip computer (certain models)

Average speed Ø mph (Canada: km/h)

Average speed since the function was last reset. When the ignition is sw\
itched off, the average speed is
stored in memory and is used as the basis for the new figure when the en\
gine is started again. It can be
reset by pressing the reset button on the trip computer control.

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Current fuel consumption mpg (Canada: L/100 km)

Continuous information on current fuel consumption, calculated once per \
second. When the car is not
moving, the display shows "---".


Average fuel consumption Ø mpg (Canada: L/100km)

Average fuel consumption since the function was last reset. When the ign\
ition is switched off, the
average fuel consumption figure is stored in memory until it is reset us\
ing the button on the trip
computer control. pg. 1:14 Trip computer (certain models)

Ambient temperature

Shows the ambient temperature just above the road surface while driving.\
When the temperature is in the
range 23-36° F(-5 - +2° C), the ambient temperature sensor activ\
ates and amber warning light. Please
note that this light does not indicate a fault with your car. At low spe\
eds or when the car is not moving,
the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient \
temperature due to the heat
generated by the engine.

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Tripmeter in miles (Canada: km)

Shows the distance driven since the function was last reset. This value \
is stored in memory until it is
reset using the reset button on the trip computer control. The trip mete\
r displays 10 yard intervals
(Canada: 10 meters) until you have driven 1 mile (Canada: 1km), afte\
r which distance will be measured
in miles (km).


Driving distance on current fuel reserve mile 0 (Canada: km)

Shows the distance which can be driven on the fuel remaining in the tank\
, calculated on the basis of the
average fuel consumption and the amount of fuel remaining in the tank at\
the time of the reading. When
the quantity of fuel drops to below 1.8 US gals. (8liters), a warning \
light in the instrument panel comes
on and the cursor beside the "Driving Distance on Current Fuel Reserve" \
symbol is activated. This take
place regardless of the function currently selected. When the driving di\
stance on the current fuel reserve
is less than 5 miles (8 km), the display shows "---".




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pg. 1:15 Cruise control

Cruise control

The cruise control switches are located on the turn signal switch lever.\

To engage and set desired speed:
1. Set switch (B) to ON.
2. Accelerate to desired cruise speed.
3. Press the + or - area of the SET button (A) to set the desired spee\
d.

NOTE: The cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 22 mph (35 k\
m).

Braking

This will automatically disengage the cruise control. Previously selecte\
d cruise control speed is retained
in the memory and by momentarily setting the switch to RESUME position, \
that speed will be re-
engaged.
If the cruise control is already engaged, the cruising speed can be incr\
eased or decreased by depressing
the SET button (A) towards either + or -. One short press on the butto\
n corresponds to a speed change of
approx. 1 mph (1.6 km/h). When the button is released, the vehicle wil\
l maintain the current speed.
If actual speed falls below 70% of set speed or if the wheels spin or lo\
ck, the cruise control will
disengage automatically.

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NOTE: (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)
When driving up steep hills with the cruise control engaged, the transmi\
ssion may shift intermittently.
This can be avoided by switching between transmission modes E or S while\
on the hill.
Normally, the ( E )conomy mode should be used when the cruise control \
is engaged.

Acceleration

Momentary acceleration, such as for passing, does not interrupt cruise c\
ontrol operation. The previously
selected speed will be maintained without having to set the switch to RE\
SUME.

To disengage the cruise control system :

Set switch (B) to OFF, depress the brake pedal or move the gear select\
or to position N. Switching off the
starting (ignition) switch will automatically disengage the cruise con\
trol system.
On cars equipped with manual transmissions, the cruise control can also \
be disengaged by depressing
the clutch.
WARNING! The cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when \
driving on wet or slippery
roads. Do not use or resume cruise control in reverse gear.

When the ignition is switched off, any information stored in the cruise \
control memory is erased.
pg. 1:16 Heated front seats
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Heated front seats

The heated front seats can be switched on and off as required. When swit\
ched on, the system senses the
ambient temperature and regulates the level of heat applied. When the op\
timum temperature is reached,
the heating is switched off automatically.
While driving, the passenger seat heating should be switched off when th\
e seat is not occupied. pg. 1:17 Parking brake, Cigarette lighter, Ash trays
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Parking brake (hand brake)

The lever is situated between the front seats. The brake is applied to t\
he rear wheels.
WARNING! Always use the parking brake (hand brake) when parking. On hi\
lls, also turn the front
wheels toward the curb.

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Cigarette lighter

To operate, depress the knob fully. When the knob automatically releases\
, the cigarette lighter is ready
for use.
The starting (ignition) switch must be switched on (to position I or \
II) for the cigarette lighter to
function.

NOTE: The "OBD II" terminal, a connector for diagnostic equipment, is lo\
cated to the left of the lighter.
This terminal is intended for use by authorized service technicians only\
.


Ash trays

To open the front ash tray, press lightly on the panel.
To open the rear ash tray, pull it straight out.

To empty the front ash tray (see illustration, center column):
(1) Grasp the removable gray insert on the sides and push it in.
(2) Pull the insert straight up.
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Only this insert can be removed for cleaning.

To empty the rear ash tray, pull it out, lift up the rear edge and remov\
e. pg. 1:18 Steering wheel adjustment

Steering wheel adjustment

Both the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a\
comfortable position for the
driver. Press down the lever on the left of the steering column. Adjust \
the steering wheel to a suitable
position and press the lever back into place to lock the steering wheel \
in the new position. Check that the
steering wheel is locked in the new position.
WARNING! Never adjust the steering wheel while
driving.

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