brake light VOLVO S40 2007 Owners Manual

In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.
National Customer Service
175 Gordon Baker Road
North York, Ontario M2H 2N7
1-800-663-8255
www.volvocanada.com
2006 © Volvo Car Corporation. All rights reserved.
2 Contents
00 Introduction
General information 6
Volvo and the environment7
Important warnings9
01 Safety
Occupant safety 12
Seat belts14
Supplemental Restraint System17
Front airbags18
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)21
Side impact protection airbags24
Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)25
Whiplash Protection System27
Crash mode29
Child safety30
Child restraint systems33
Infant seats35
Convertible seats37
Booster cushions40
ISOFIX lower anchors41
Top tether anchors42
02 Instrument and controls
Instrument overview 46
Instrument panel49
Indicator and warning symbols51
Symbols - instrument panel52
Information display55
Center console controls57
Lighting panel58
Left-side steering wheel lever60
Trip computer61
Cruise control63
Right-side steering wheel lever64
Rain sensor65
Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard
warning flashers66
Parking brake
67
Power windows68
Mirrors70
Power moonroof (option)72
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Personal settings74
Home Link® Universal
Transceiver (option)76
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03 Climate
General information
82
Air vents84
Manual climate control85
Electronic Climate Control (ECC) -
option87
Air distribution
90
04 Interior
Front seats94
Interior lighting97
Storage compartments99
Rear seat101
Trunk103
05 Locks and alarm
Remote control and key blade 106
Valet locking110
Keyless drive (option as
available)112
Locking and unlocking
115
Locking the glove compartment,
Child safety locks116
Alarm
117
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06 Starting and driving
General information122
Fuel requirements125
Starting the vehicle129
Starting the car with keyless drive
(option as available)131
Manual transmission, 5-speed
133
Manual transmission, 6-speed134
Automatic transmission135
Shiftlock override138
All Wheel Drive (option)139
Brake system140
Stability system142
Towing144
Jump starting146
Towing a trailer147
Detachable trailer hitch149
Transporting loads150
07 Wheel and tires
General information154
Tire inflation156
Tire designations160
Glossary of tire terminology162
Vehicle loading163
Uniform tire quality gradings165
Snow chains, snow tires, studded
tires166
Temporary spare
167
Wheel nuts168
Tire rotation169
Changing a wheel170
08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the car176
Paint touch up180
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09 Maintenance and servicing
Volvo maintenance184
Maintaining your car185
Hood and engine compartment187
Engine oil189
Fluids190
Wiper blades192
Battery193
Bulbs195
Replacing front bulbs196
Replacing taillight bulbs200
Replacing interior bulbs201
Fuses202
10 Audio
Audio functions 210
Radio functions213
Sirius satellite radio (option or
retailer-installed accessory)215
CD player/CD changer (option)
219
Audio menu223
11 Specifications
Label information226
Dimensions and weights228
Engine oil231
Engine specifications233
Electrical system234
Volvo programs236
6 01 Safety
General information
Shiftlock (automatic transmission)
When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the Park ( P) position. To release the selector from this position,
turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the
gear selector and move the selector from Park ( P).
Keylock (automatic transmission)
When the ignition is switched off, the gear selector must be in the Park ( P) position before the key can be removed
from the ignition switch.
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
The ABS system in your car performs a selfdiagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed of approximately
12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control
module. This is normal.
Fuel filler door
Press the button on the light switch panel when the car is at a standstill to open the fuel filler door.
Fuel filler cap
After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this cap is not closed tightly
or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp ("Check Engine" light) may
indicate a fault.
Points to keep in mind
Before you operate your vehicle for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new-engine oil consumption
information on page 189
. You should also be familiar with the information found in the chapters "Instruments and
controls," and "Starting and driving."
Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the
vehicle for the first time.
The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the vehicle for
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Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires.
Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet.
Drive at a constant speed whenever possible.
See a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine
(malfunction indicator) light illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started.
Properly dispose of any vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc.
When cleaning your vehicle, please use genuine Volvo car care products. All Volvo car care products are
formulated to be environmentally friendly.
WARNING
Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, adaptive steering columns, and
button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate material. Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life
disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
.
For additional information regarding the environmental activities in which Volvo Cars of North America, LLC and
Volvo Car Corporation are involved, visit our Internet home page at: http://www.volvocars.us
.
8 01 Safety
Volvo and the environment
PremAir® (certain models only)
The surface of the radiator in the engine compartment
1 is treated with a special coating called PremAir2. This coating
works as a catalytic converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen,
thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone.
NOTE
If a PremAir -coated radiator needs to be replaced, it should be replaced with another radiator with this coating. If
this is not done, the Malfunction Indicator Light (see page 52
) will illuminate.
1Only U.S. vehicles with engine B5244 S7 (engine code 39 in the VIN)
2PremAir is a registered trademark of Engelhard Corporation.
9 01 Safety
Important warnings
Accessory Installation
We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and that accessory
installations be performed only by the factorytrained technicians at your authorized Volvo retailer.
Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure compatibility with the performance, safety, and emission systems in
your car. Additionally, your authorized Volvo retailer knows where accessories may and may not be safely installed in
your Volvo. In all cases, please consult your authorized Volvo retailer before installing any accessory in or on your car.
Accessories that have not been approved by Volvo may or may not be specifically tested for compatibility with your
car. Additionally, an inexperienced installer may not be familiar with some of your car's systems.
Any of your car's performance and safety systems could be adversely affected if you install accessories that Volvo
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44 02 Instruments and controls
Instrument overview 46
Instrument panel49
Indicator and warning symbols51
Symbols - instrument panel52
Information display55
Center console controls57
Lighting panel58
Left-side steering wheel lever60
Trip computer61
Cruise control63
Right-side steering wheel lever64
Rain sensor65
Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers66
Parking brake67
Power windows68
Mirrors70
Power moonroof (option)72
Personal settings74
Home Link® Universal Transceiver (option)76
45 02 Instruments and controls
46 02 Instruments and controls
Instrument overview
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12. High beam indicator
13. Clock setting button - Turn the button to set the time.
14. Temperature gauge - The gauge indicates the temperature of the engine cooling system. If the temperature is
abnormally high and the needle enters the red zone, a message is shown in the display. Bear in mind that auxiliary
lamps in front of the air intake reduce the cooling capacity at high outside temperatures and high engine loads.
15. Indicator and warning symbols
51 02 Instruments and controls
Indicator and warning symbols
Function check
The indicator and warning symbols
1 light up when you turn the ignition key or the optional keyless drive start control
to the driving position (position II) before starting. This shows that the symbols are functioning.
When the engine starts, all symbols go out. If the engine is not started within 5 seconds, all of the symbols except
CHECK ENGINE and will go out. Certain symbols may not have their functions illustrated, depending on the car's
equipment.
The PARK BRAKE symbol will not go out until the parking brake has been released.
1On certain engines, the symbol for low oil pressure is not used. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see also page 190.
Symbols in the center of the instrument panel
Warning symbol
The red warning symbol lights up to indicate a fault that could affect the car's drivability. A text explaining the nature
of the fault will also be shown in the information display. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until the
fault has been corrected. This symbol may also light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols.
If the red warning symbol lights up:
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Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission controls, and drivability. Extended driving
without correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
2. Anti-lock Brake system (ABS)
If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will still
function).
The vehicle should be driven to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection. See page 140
for
additional information.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
3. Rear fog light
This symbol indicates that the rear fog light (located in the driver's side taillight cluster) is on.
4. Stability system STC or DSTC
This indicator symbol flashes when the STC (Stability and Traction control system) or the DSTC (Dynamic Stability
and Traction control system) is actively working to stabilize the car. See page 142
for more detailed information.
5. Not in use
6. Fuel level warning light
When this light comes on, there are approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.
53 02 Instruments and controls
Symbols - instrument panel
Symbols - right side
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1. Turn signal indicator for trailer (certain models)
If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not
flash when signaling, one of the turn signals on the trailer or on the car are not functioning properly.
2. Parking brake applied
This light is on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the front
seats. See page 67
for more information.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
3. SRS system warning light
If this light comes on while the car is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds after the
car has been started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or tensioner, a front
airbag, side impact airbag, and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s) inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician as soon as possible.
4. Oil pressure warning light
1
If the light comes on while driving the car, stop the engine immediately, and check the engine oil level. If the oil level
is normal and the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After hard
driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when the
engine speed is increased.
5. Seat belt reminder
This symbol (and the seat belt reminder light above the rear view mirror) will light up if either front seat occupant has
not buckled his/her seat belt. If the car is not moving, the symbols will go out after approximately 6 seconds.
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6. Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked by an authorized Volvo workshop.
1 On certain engines, this symbol is not used to indicate low oil pressure. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see also
page 190
.
54 02 Instruments and controls
Symbols - instrument panel
7. Brake failure warning light
If this light comes on while driving or braking, stop the car as quickly as possible in a safe place, open the hood, and
check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. See page 188
for the location of the reservoir.
NOTE
Canadian models are equipped with the second symbol.
WARNING
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed
in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE . Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician
and have the brake system inspected.

If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake system.
In this case:
1. Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
3. If both warning lights go off, no further action is required and the car can be driven.
4. If both lights remain on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid
level. See page 188
for the location of the reservoir.
Door open warning
The driver will be alerted if one of the doors, the hood, or the trunk lid are open or ajar.
At low speeds
If the car is moving at a speed of less than approximately 4 m.p.h. (7 km/h), the Information symbol in the instrument
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NOTE
Regulations regarding the use of the hazard warning flasher may vary, depending on where you live.
67 02 Instruments and controls
Parking brake
Parking brake (hand brake)
The parking brake lever is located between the front seats.
NOTE
The indicator light will light up even if the parking brake has only been partially-applied.
When applying the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
2. Pull the parking brake lever up firmly to its full extent.
3. Release the brake pedal and ensure that the vehicle is at a standstill.
4. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly.
5. When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in first gear (for manual transmission) or P (for automatic
transmission).
Parking on a hill
If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the curb.
If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that they point toward the curb.
Releasing the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
2. Pull the lever up slightly, press the button at the end of the lever and lower the lever completely.
WARNING
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