ABS VOLVO C70 CONVERTIBLE 2010 Owner´s Manual

06 Starting and driving
Towing
06

155
WARNING
Towing a vehicle with a locked steering
wheel will make the vehicle impossible to
steer.
2. Insert the key into the ignition to unlock the
steering wheel. The steering wheel must be
unlocked. With the engine off and the vehi-
cle at a standstill, great effort will be
required to turn the steering wheel.
3.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
4. Place the gear selector in neutral. For vehi-
cles with automatic transmissions, follow
instruction on page 149, "Shiftlock over-
ride" to allow the gear selector to be moved
from the Park position.
5. Keep firm pressure on the brake pedal
while releasing the parking brake.
6. When towing has been completed, return
the gear selector to Park (automatic) or
Reverse (manual) and apply the parking
brake.
The following points should also be
observed:
•Never exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Never
exceed local towing speed limits and heed
all local towing restrictions.
•Never tow farther than 50 miles (80 km).
•Keep the tow rope taut at all times while the
vehicle is in motion.
•The disabled vehicle should be towed in
the forward direction only.
WARNING
•Never allow a vehicle to be towed with-
out a driver behind the wheel of the dis-
abled vehicle.
•Never remove the key from the ignition
while the vehicle is moving. The steering
wheel could lock, making it impossible
to steer the vehicle.
•When the engine is not running, steering
resistance and the effort needed to
apply the brakes will be great.
•Never attempt to tow a vehicle with a
dead battery at night.
CAUTION
•Check with state and local authorities
before attempting this type of towing,
as vehicles being towed are subject to
regulations regarding maximum towing
speed, length and type of towing
device, lighting, marker flags, etc.
•Never attempt to push- or tow-start a
vehicle with a dead battery. This would
inject unburned fuel into the three-way
catalytic converter(s), causing over-
heating, backfiring, and damage, see
page 157 for instructions on jump star-
ting the vehicle.
Towing vehicles with front wheel drive
Volvo recommends the use of flat bed equip-
ment for towing vehicles with front wheel drive.
If wheel lift equipment must be used, please
use extreme caution to help avoid damage to
the vehicle.
In this case, the vehicle should be towed with
the rear wheels on the ground if at all possible.
If it is absolutely necessary to tow the vehicle
with the front wheels on the ground, please
refer to the towing information on the previous
page.

06 Starting and driving
Towing a trailer
06
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General information
•Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer
hitches that are specially designed for the
vehicle.
Maximum trailer weights recommended by
Volvo are:
•Trailers without brakes: 1,540 lbs
(700 kg).
•Trailers with brakes: 2,000 lbs (900 kg)
Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
registered.
•The maximum recommended hitch
tongue load is 165 lbs (75 kg).
•All Volvo models are equipped with
energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-
ers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this
bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any
particular problems, but take into considera-
tion:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended
full. See the chapter "Wheels and tires."
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing
heavy trailers during the first 620 miles
(1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:
50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject to
increased loads. Therefore, engine coolant
temperature should be closely watched
when driving in hot climates or hilly terrain.
Use a lower gear and turn off the air con-
ditioner if the temperature gauge needle
enters the red range.
•If the automatic transmission begins to
overheat, a message will be displayed in
the information display.
•Avoid overload and other abusive opera-
tion.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-
ity, and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes
with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a
safe stop (check and observe state/local
regulations).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake system
directly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance is
required.
•Remove the ball and drawbar assembly
when the hitch is not being used.
•Volvo recommends the use of synthetic
engine oil when towing a trailer over long
distances or in mountainous areas.
WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must
not be used on Volvos, nor should
safety chains be attached to the
bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle's
rear axle must not be used.
•Never connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to the vehicle
brake system, nor a trailer's lighting
system directly to the vehicle lighting
system. Consult your nearest trained
and qualified Volvo service technician
for correct installation.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
wire must be correctly fastened to the
hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch
on the vehicle. The safety wire should
never be fastened to or wound around
the drawbar ball.

08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the car
08
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Leather careVolvo's leather upholstery is manufactured
with a protectant to repel soiling. Over time,
sunlight, grease and dirt can break down the
protection. Staining, cracking, scuffing, and
fading can result.
Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greasy
leather care kit formulated to clean and beau-
tify your vehicle's leather, and to renew the
protective qualities of its finish. The cleaner
removes dirt and oil buildup. The light cream
protectant restores a barrier against soil and
sunlight.
Volvo also offers a special leather softener that
should be applied after the cleaner and pro-
tectant. It leaves leather soft and smooth, and
reduces friction between leather and other fin-
ishes in the vehicle.
Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and
conditioning your vehicle's leather two to four
times a year. Ask your Volvo retailer about
Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather Soft-
ener 943 7429.
Cleaning leather upholstery1. Pour leather cleaner on a damp sponge
and squeeze it until the cleaner foams.
2. Apply the foam to the stain by moving the
sponge with circular movements.3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with the
sponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain,
do not rub.
4. Dry the stain with soft paper towels or a
towel, and allow the leather to dry com-
pletely.
Protecting leather upholstery1. Put a small amount of protectant cream on
a cloth and apply a thin coating of cream
to the upholstery with light circular move-
ments.
2. Allow the leather to dry for 20 minutes.
This will help the leather resist staining and
protect against sunlight's harmful UV rays.
CAUTION
•Under no circumstances should gaso-
line, naphtha or similar cleaning agents
be used on the plastic or the leather
since these can cause damage.
•Take extra care when removing stains
such as ink or lipstick since the coloring
can spread.
•Use solvents sparingly. Too much sol-
vent can damage the seat padding.
•Start from the outside of the stain and
work toward the center.
•Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a
pocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothing
may damage the textile upholstery.
•Clothing that is not colorfast, such as
new jeans or suede garments, may stain
the upholstery.
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and a mild
soap solution.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fuses 09
230
Fuses in the engine compartment
G020250
1.Coolant fan (radiator)50A
2.Power steering80A
3.Feed to passenger com-
partment fuse box60A
4.Feed to passenger com-
partment fuse box60A
5.Element, climate unit80A
6.Not in use
7.ABS pump30A
8.ABS valves20A
9.Engine functions30A
10.Climate system blower40A
11.Headlight washers
Headlight washers, climate
system blower, power
retractable hard top, lock-
ing storage compartments20A
12.Feed to heated rear window30A
13.Starter motor relay30A
14.Trailer connector (acces-
sory)40A
15.Power retractable hard top30A
16.Feed to audio system40A
17.Windshield wipers30A
18.Feed to passenger com-
partment fuse box40A
19.Not in use
20.Horn15A
21.Not in use
22.Subwoofer25A

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fuses09

* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.233
Fuses in the passenger compartment
G020246
-Fuse 37-42, not in use-
43.Audio system, Blue-
tooth,Volvo Navigation sys-
tem*15A
44.Supplemental Restrain Sys-
tem (SRS), engine control
module10A
45.12-volt socket in passeng-
er's compartment15A
46.Lighting – glove compart-
ment, instrument panel, and
footwells5A
47.Interior lighting5A
48.Windshield washers15A
49.Supplemental Restrain Sys-
tem (SRS), Occupant
Weight Sensor (OWS)10A
50.Not in use
51.Fuel filter relay10A
52.Transmission control mod-
ule (TCM), ABS5A
53.Power steering10A
54.Park assist*, Dual Xenon
headlights*10A
55.Not in use
56.Volvo Navigation System
remote key module, alarm
siren control module10A
57.On-board diagnostic
socket, brake light switch15A
58.Right high beam, auxiliary
lights relay7.5A
59.Left high beam7.5A

12 Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt socket.......................................... 114
12-volt sockets.......................................... 58
A
A/C (air conditioning)................................. 82
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 150
Airbags
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 30
side impact........................................... 29
Airbag system............................................ 22
Air conditioning.......................................... 82
Air distribution table................................... 88
Air vents..................................................... 84
Alarm system........................................... 130
turning off sensors.............................. 131
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 150
Approach lighting...................................... 76
Audio files................................................ 252Audio system
audio functions................................... 238
automatic sound control..................... 242
AUX port............................................. 238
CD changer......................................... 251
CD player/changer.............................. 251
compact disc care.............................. 253
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II............... 241
equalizer............................................. 241
HD digital radio................................... 245
menu settings..................................... 255
radio functions.................................... 243
selecting a sound source.................... 238
Sirius satellite radio............................247
sound settings.................................... 240
steering wheel keypad........................ 239
storing radio stations.......................... 243
subwoofer........................................... 241
USB/iPodŸ connector........................ 239
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 72
Autolock..................................................... 75
Automatic locking retractor....................... 34
Automatic sound control.........................242
Automatic transmission........................... 147
kickdown............................................ 148
oil........................................................ 269
shiftlock override................................ 149Automatic transmission - Geartronic....... 148
AUX port.................................................. 238
Axle weight......................................182, 267
B
Bass......................................................... 240
Battery
maintenance....................................... 219
remote key, replacing......................... 119
specifications...................................... 274
warning symbols................................. 219
Battery – replacing................................... 220
Black Box (Vehicle Event Data)............... 208
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 162
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 256
Booster cushion
accessory............................................. 41
Brake fluid........................................ 217, 269
Brake lights................................................ 59
Brake system
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........................ 150
emergency brake assistance.............. 151