ECU VOLVO C30 2013 Owner´s Manual
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08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the car
08
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(because the paint will not have hardened suf-
ficiently).
An automatic wash is a simple and quick way
to clean your car, but it is worth remembering
that it may not be as thorough as when you
yourself go over the car with sponge and water.
Keeping the underbody clean is most impor-
tant, especially in the winter. Some automatic
washers do not have facilities for washing the
underbody.
CAUTION
•Before driving into an automatic car
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to
avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
•Make sure that side view mirrors, auxil-
iary lamps, etc, are secure, and that any
antenna(s) are retracted or removed.
Otherwise there is risk of the machine
dislodging them
•Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-
plated wheels using the same deter-
gents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can
permanently stain chrome-plated
wheels.
WARNING
•When the car is driven immediately after
being washed, apply the brakes several
times in order to remove any moisture
from the brake linings.
•Engine cleaning agents should not be
used when the engine is warm. This
constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lightingCondensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is nor-
mal and the lights are designed to withstand
moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi-
pate after the lights have been on for a short
time.
Polishing and Waxing
•Normally, polishing is not required during
the first year after delivery, however, wax-
ing may be beneficial.
•Before applying polish or wax the vehicle
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can
be removed with kerosene or tar remover.
Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing
compound.
•After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
•Several commercially available products
contain both polish and wax.
•Waxing alone does not substitute for pol-
ishing a dull surface.
•A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy
to use and produce a long-lasting, high-
gloss finish that protects the bodywork
against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
•Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).
CAUTION
Volvo does not recommend the use of long-
life or durable paint protection coatings,
some of which may claim to prevent pitting,
fading, oxidation, etc. These coatings have
not been tested by Volvo for compatibility
with your vehicle's clear coat. Some of them
may cause the clear coat to soften, crack,
or cloud. Damage caused by application of
paint protection coatings may not be cov-
ered under your vehicle's paint warranty.
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09 Maintenance and servicing
Wiper blades09
225 Replacing windshield wiper blades
G020330
1. Fold out the wiper arm.
2. Press the button on the wiper blade attach-
ment and pull straight out (1), parallel with
the wiper arm.
3. Press a new wiper blade (2) until it clicks
into place.
4. Ensure the blade is securely attached (3).
5. Fold in the wiper arm.
The wiper blades are different lengths. The
blade on the driver's side is longer than the one
on the passenger's side.
Liftgate wiper blade
G007444
1. Fold out the wiper arm.
2. Remove the wiper blade by pulling it
straight out from the wiper arm.
3. Press the new wiper blade securely into
place.
Fold in the wiper arm.
Keeping the windshield/liftgate window and
wiper blades clean helps improve visibility and
prolongs the service life of the wiper blades.
See page 208 for washing instructions.
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09 Maintenance and servicing
Battery 09
226
Battery maintenance
Driving habits and conditions, climate, the
number of starts, etc., all affect the service life
and function of the battery. In order for your
battery to perform satisfactorily, keep the fol-
lowing in mind:
Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery
every 24 months or every 15,000
1 miles
(24,000 km), whichever is sooner.
•Use a screw driver to open the caps or
cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
•If necessary, add distilled water. The level
should never be above the indicator.
•The fluid level should be checked if the
battery has been recharged.
•After inspection, be sure the cap over each
battery cell or the cover is securely in
place.
•Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and properly tightened.
•Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running, or when the key is in the
ignition. This could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.
•The battery should be disconnected from
the vehicle when a battery charger is used
directly on the battery.
•To help keep the battery in good condition,
the vehicle should be driven for at least 15
minutes a week or connected to a charger
with an automatic charging function.
•If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
Keeping the battery fully charged helps
prolong its service life.
•The service life of a battery is affected by
factors such as driving conditions and cli-
mate. Extreme cold may also further
decrease the battery’s starting capacity.
•Because the battery’s starting capacity
decreases with time, it may be necessary
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven for
an extended period of time or if the vehicle
is usually only driven short distances.
•
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
Battery symbols
Wear protection goggles
See owner’s manual for
details
Keep away from children
Corrosive
1More frequently in warm climates.
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09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs 09
232
6. Press a new bulb into place and turn it
clockwise.
7.
Reinsert the bulb holder. The mark TOP
should be upward.
8. Secure the fog light housing with the
retaining screw and press the panel back
into place.
Removing the taillight bulb holder
All bulbs in the taillight cluster can be replaced
from the cargo area. To access the bulb hold-
ers:
1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to
position 0.2. Remove the covers (A or B) in the left/right
panels to access the bulb holders.
3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the
affected bulb holder.
4. Press the catches together and pull out the
bulb holder.
5. Replace the defective bulb.
6. Press the wiring connector back into posi-
tion.
7. Press the bulb holder into place and rein-
stall the cover.
Location of taillight bulbs
Location of taillight bulbs
Brake light
Taillight/parking light/fog light
Turn signal
Back-up light
Taillight/parking light
Taillight/parking light
NOTE
If the message indicating a burned out bulb
remains in the information display after the
bulb has been replaced, consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
High-level brake lightThese bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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09 Maintenance and servicing
Fuses 09
240
Fuse box in the passenger compartment
G020601
The fuse box in the passenger compartment is
located under the glove compartment.
To access the fuses:
1. Remove the upholstery covering the fuse
box by first pressing in the center pins in
the mounting clips approximately 0.5 in
(1 cm) with a small screwdriver and then
pulling the clips out.
2. Turn both retaining screws (2) counter-
clockwise until they release.
3. Fold down the fuse box (3) half way. Pull it
toward the seat until it stops. Fold it down
completely. The fuse box can be unhooked
completely.
4. Replace the blown fuse.
5. Close the fuse box in reverse order.6. Pull the center pins fully out of the mount-
ing clips, secure the upholstery with the
mounting clips and press the pins into the
mounting clips again. The mounting clips
then expand, holding the upholstery in
position.
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10 Audio
Radio functions
10
257
played (see also "Selecting a channel" in
the right column).
2.
Call SiriusXM
E at 1-888-539-SIRIUS
(7474).
3.
When asked for the SiriusXM
E ID number
press AUTO to display this number. It is
also possible to retrieve the SiriusXM
E ID
from the MENU.
4.
"
Updating subscription" will be dis-
played while the subscription is being
updated, after which the display will return
to the normal view.
SIRIUS ID
The SiriusXM
E ID is required when contacting
the Sirius Call Center. It is used to activate your
account and when making any account trans-
actions. The SiriusXM
E ID is sometimes refer-
red to as the Electronic Serial Number (ESN).
Selecting a channel category1.
Select SiriusXM
E radio mode as descri-
bed above.
2.
Press ENTER.
3. Use the up/down arrow keys to scroll
through the list of categories.
4.
Press ENTER or the right arrow key to
select a category.5. Use the left or right arrow keys to select a
channel in the currently chosen category.
6.
Press ENTER to listen to a channel.
NOTE
•The category "All" is default, which ena-
bles you to scroll through the entire list
of available satellite channels.
•The channel categories are automati-
cally updated several times a year. This
takes approximately two minutes and
will interrupt normal broadcasting. A
message will be displayed while updat-
ing is in progress. Information on chan-
nel or feature updates is available at
www.sirius.com.
Selecting a channelThere are three ways of tuning in a channel:
•Using the left and right arrow keys
•By turning the tuning control
•Through direct channel entry
Direct channel entry
The SiriusXM
E satellite channels are num-
bered consecutively throughout all of the cat-
egories. To access a channel directly:1.
Press MENU and scroll to "Direct channel
entry."
2. Use the numerical keypad to enter the
channel's number.
3.
Press ENTER. The radio will tune to this
channel, even if it belongs to a category
other than the currently selected one.
NOTE
•The numbers of skipped or locked
channels will not be displayed.
•If a channel is locked, the access code
must be entered before the channel can
be selected. See "Unlocking a channel"
on page 258.
Scanning
NOTE
SCAN automatically searches through the
list of satellite channels, see page 253 for
more detailed information.
Storing a channel
•A long press on one of the number keys
stores the currently tuned channel on that
key.
•A short press on a number key while the
radio is in SiriusXM
E 1 or 2 mode will tune