VOLVO S40 2000 Owner's Manual

3 High beam/low beam switch (headlights on).
Move the lever towards the steering wheel and release it.
4 Headlight flasher (headlights off).
Move the lever towards the steering wheel. The headlight high beam will be on until the lever is released.
NOTE: A defective turn signal bulb will cause the turn signal indicator and remaining signal lights to flash
more rapidly than normal.
Home Safe lighting
When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the exterior courtesy lighting function:
· Remove the key from the ignition switch.
· Pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel (as when using the headlight flasher function).
The low beam headlights will now remain on for 30 seconds to light your way.
Repeat the above measures if you want to switch off the Home Safe Lighting.
Wipers/washers
1 "Single sweep" position:
The switch returns automatically when released.
2 Intermittent wiper
The wipers will sweep approximately every 5 seconds (car speed depending).
3 Wipers, normal speed
4 Wipers, high speed
5 Windshield wiper/washer, headlight wiper/washer.
The wipers will make 23 sweeps across the windshield and headlights and 1 sweep after 3 seconds.
6 Tailgate window wiper (V40)
The tailgate wiper switch has two positions:
OFF
ON : intermittent and synchronized with windshield wiper
Tip function
When pressing switch 7 briefly the wiper will make one sweep, independent of the interval
Backing up
When the gearlever is moved towards rear and the windshield wipers are on, the rear window wiper will come
on for two sweeps.
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7 Tailgate window washer (V40)
The washer keeps working for as long as you keep the button depressed.
The wiper will make 2-3 sweeps after the lever is released and 1 sweep after 3 seconds.

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Chapter 3 - Body and interior
pg. 37 Body and interior
Body and interior
The seats, sun roof, mirrors, etc. are described on the following pages. Keys
38
Doors and locks39
Alarm41
Trunk/tailgate43
Child safety locks44
Front seats45
Rear/side view mirrors47
Interior lights, Vanity mirror48
Sun roof49
Hood50
Storage compartments51
Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack52
Folding rear seat53
Folding front seat, Luggage strap54
Side cargo net, Luggage net55
Weight distribution, Handling, Roadholding, Roofrack56
pg. 38 Keys
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Key
The key activates all locks (ignition switch/steering wheel lock, all doors, trunk/tailgate, fuel filler door and glove
compartment).
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)
Each of the keys supplied with your car is electronically coded. When the key is inserted into the igniton switch, the
code is transmitted to and compared with a code stored in the start inhibitor module. The car can only be started if a
properly coded key is used.
If you misplace a key, take the other keys to an authorized Volvo retailer. The existing code in the start inhibitor
module and all the keys will be erased as an antitheft measure and a new code will be programmed in.
NOTE:
You should never keep more than one of your ignition keys on the ring at the same time. This could cause conflicting
signals to be transmitted to the ignition switch, making it impossible to start the car.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
pg. 39 Doors and locks
Doors and locks
Your car is equipped with a central locking system.
The key, used on the driver's door, the remote control, or central locking button, will lock/unlock all doors,
trunk/tailgate.
Turn the key once to unlock the driver's door and the fuel filler door.
Turn the key again within 10 seconds to unlock other doors, trunk/tailgate.
One turn with the key towards "lock" in the driver's door locks all doors, trunk/tailgate and fuel filler door with a 10
minutes delay in the fuel filler door.
WARNING!
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If the doors are locked while driving, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the car in the event of an
accident. (Also see information on "Child safety locks").
Central locking button
Central locking button
The central locking button (1) can be used to lock or unlock all doors and trunk/tailgate.
Lock: Press the lower side of the button.
Unlock: Press the upper side of the button.
Note: As long as ignition is on, you can always lock or unlock with the central locking button.
With ignition off and 25 seconds after having locked all doors and trunk/tailgate with the key or with the remote
control, the central locking button will not lock or unlock the car any more.
Note: If the key is in the ignition switch and you close the driver's door, the driver's door will be immediately
unlocked again in order to prevent accidentally locking the car with the keys left inside the car.
pg. 40 Remote keyless entry system
Remote keyless entry system
Your car is equipped with a remote control transmitter. This transmitter uses a radio frequency which will allow
"keyless" entry into the passenger compartment or the trunk. You will be supplied with two coded key ring
transmitters, which will enable you to lock/unlock all doors and the trunk/tailgate and fuel filler door from a distance
of 10-15 feet (3-5 meters).
The Remote also activates/deactivates the alarm system that comes standard with this car.
The car can also be locked/unlocked with the key.
Using the remote control
· Press the LOCK button once to lock all doors and trunk/tailgate.
· Press the UNLOCK button once to unlock the driver's door and the fuel filler door only. Press this button again
(within 10 seconds) to unlock other doors, trunk/tailgate.
· Press the OPEN trunk/tailgate button to unlock the tailgate/trunk.
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This device complies with FCC rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must accept any interference that may be received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
NOTE: If only the driver's door is unlocked, the lock will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will be set
after 2 minutes unless the door has been opened (see page 42
).
The lock/unlock and alarm features can also be utilized by using the keys. See section: Doors and Locks on page 39.
WARNING!
Volvo does not recommend using the transmitter to lock the doors from inside the car. The alarm would be activated
and would sound when one of the doors is opened. The doors must not be locked using the remote transmitter while
the vehicle is occupied. In case of an accident, this may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the vehicle.
Remote control not functioning.
If the remote control is not functioning the car can be started as follows:
Open the driver's door with the key. The alarm and alarm siren will activate.
Turn the ignition on. The alarm will deactivate.
Note: The remote control will not function if a key is left in the ignition switch.
pg. 41 Alarm
Alarm
The radio signal emitted from the transmitter, which is used to set/unset the alarm, is a "rolling code" signal. This
means that the signal is changed randomly for each transmission and is intended to help prevent unauthorized
recording of the code.
When armed (set), the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will set off
the alarm:
· The hood is opened
· The trunk/tailgate is opened
· A door is opened
· The ignition switch is tampered with
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The alarm will sound for 30 second intervals, with a 10 second pause between intervals. This function cannot be
interrupted.
· If the battery or the siren are disconnected, the alarm will sound for five minutes
Arming (setting) the alarm
Press the LOCK button on the remote control, lock the car using the key in the driver's door . One long flash of the
turn signals will confirm that the alarm is set.
Disarming the alarm
Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or unlock the driver's door with the key.
Turning off (stopping) the alarm
If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote control or by unlocking the
driver's door with the key.
Visual alarm signal
The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5
minutes.
Audible alarm signal
An audible alarm signal is given by the backup siren. One alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds.
"Panic" function
In an emergency situation, this feature can be used to attract attention, if you are within 10-15 feet (3-5) meters of the
car. .
Activate the "panic" function by pressing the red panic button on the remote control for at least 3 seconds or by
pressing this button twice within 3 seconds. The turn signals will flash, the interior lights will go on and the alarm will
sound.
The "panic" alarm can be turned off after 5 seconds by pressing any of the buttons on the remote control or it
will stop automatically after 25 seconds.
NOTE: This button will NOT unlock the car.
pg. 42 Alarm
LED alarm status signals
The status of the alarm system is indicated by the red LED at the right side of the dash:
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· LED off - the alarm is not armed (set)
· LED flashes once per second - the alarm is armed (set)
· LED flashes rapidly before the ignition is switched on - the alarm has been triggered
· LED flashes rapidly for 15 seconds after the ignition has been switched on - a fault has been detected in the alarm
system. Contact a Volvo retailer.
Automatic relock
If only the driver's door is unlocked with the remote control, the lock will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the
alarm will be set after 2 minutes unless the door has been opened.
Batteries
Each remote transmitter is powered by two three-volt batteries, type CR 2016. If the range of the transmitter is
noticeably reduced, this indicates that the battery is weak and should be replaced.
Replacement: Open the remote control by twisting a coin in the ring between front and back (leave the ring in place).
Replace the batteries. Reinstall the cover, making sure it is secured tightly to help protect the transmitter.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to service or repair any components of the alarm system yourself. This should only be
done by an authorized Volvo retailer.
pg. 43 Trunk/Tailgate, Glove compartment
Opening/unlocking the trunk/tailgate
The trunk/tailgate locks are incorporated in the central locking system and are locked or unlocked when the driver's
door is locked/unlocked.
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A - Remove key vertically: Trunk/tailgate remains locked (disconnected from the central locking system).
B - Turn key clockwise and remove: Trunk/tailgate are locked/unlocked with the central locking system).
C - Turn key counterclockwise: Insert key and open lock without using central locking system. The key cannot be
removed.
Glove compartment
The glove compartment can be locked with the key.
A unlocked
B locked

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Chapter 4 - Starting and driving
pg. 57 Starting and driving
Starting and driving
This section on starting and driving contains items such as starting the engine, operating the gear selector, towing,
trailers, etc. Fuel requirements, Refueling
58
Driving economy60
Starting the engine61
Automatic transmission62
Points to remember64
Emergency towing66
Vehicle towing information67
Jump starting68
Brake system, ABS69
Electronic Brake Force Distribution70
Winter driving71
Long distance trips72
Trailer towing73
pg. 58 Fuel requirements
NOTE ENGINE OIL:
Although some oil consumption occurs during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine is new
as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearingin to each other. From the time the engine is new until the
first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For this reason, it is especially
important to check the oil every time you refuel your car during this period. See page 112
.
Deposit control gasoline (detergent additives)
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