VOLVO S60 2008 Repair Manual

5. Current speed in miles per hour (Canadian models only)
This function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the vehicle's current speed from km/h to mph.
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Trip computer
NOTE
Trip computer readings may vary slightly depending on the circumference of the tires on the vehicle and driving style.
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Cruise control
The cruise control panel is located on the left side of the steering wheel hub and may differ in appearance, depending on
the model.
Engaging cruise control
Press the CRUISE button. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.
NOTE
This does not set the vehicle's speed.
Setting speed
Press + or - to set the current speed. CRUISE-ON will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.
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Increasing or decreasing speed
Use + or - in the following ways to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed
Press and hold down + or - until the vehicle reaches the desired speed.
Press + or - for approximately a half second and release the button to increase or decrease vehicle speed by
approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
NOTE
Cruise control will not function at speeds below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
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Cruise control
Braking
Cruise control is automatically disengaged when the brake pedal is depressed. The currently set speed is stored in
memory.
Pressing resume will return the vehicle to the previously set speed.
Acceleration
Momentary acceleration, such as when passing another vehicle, does not affect cruise control operation. The vehicle will
automatically return to the previously set speed when you release the accelerator pedal.
Disengaging cruise control
To disengage cruise control, press the CRUISE button. CRUISE or CRUISE-ON will no longer be displayed in the
information window in the instrument panel.
NOTE
Cruise control is automatically disengaged if:
the engine is switched off
the gear selector is placed in (N)eutral
the wheels start to spin or lock
if an increase in speed is maintained for more than one minute
if the vehicle's speed falls below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
Temporarily disengaging cruise control
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Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the
instrument panel.
Press the brake pedal.
Press "resume"
to return to the previously set speed.
WARNING
Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads, or when driving on
unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades.
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Parking 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.
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2. Pull the lever up slightly, press the button at the end of the lever and lower the lever completely.
WARNING
Pull up the parking brake lever up firmly to its full extent.
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12-volt socket
Auxiliary sockets
The 12-volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key must be in
position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.
NOTE
The cover should be folded down when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
Cigarette lighter/ashtrays
The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retailer.
Volvo vehicles in North America do not have an ashtray in the front seat as standard equipment. If you want to have an
ashtray in the front seat, please contact your Volvo retailer.
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Power windows
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The power windows are controlled by buttons in the arm rests. The ignition switch must be ON1 (ignition key in position
I, II or the engine running) for the electrically operated windows to function.
To lower: Press down the front edge of the button to the first detent ("stop").
To raise: Lightly pull up the front edge of the button to the first detent ("stop").
1The power windows will also function after the ignition has been switched off as long as neither of the front doors has been opened.
NOTE
To reduce buffeting wind noise if the rear windows are opened, also open the front windows slightly.
Auto up/down function (front doors only)
Either front door window can be opened or closed automatically.
Auto down
Press the front part of the button as far down as possible and release it immediately. To stop the window at any time, pull
the button up.
Auto up
Pull the front part of the button up as far as possible and release it immediately. To stop the window at any time, press
the button down.
NOTE
The electrically operated windows in the front seat have an overload protecting circuit breaker which reverses
movement of the electrically operated windows to their starting points if they are obstructed in any way. Thereafter the
windows will operate normally again.
WARNING
Always remove the ignition key when the vehicle is unattended.
Make sure that the windows are completely unobstructed before they are operated. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
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Power windows
Cutout switch for rear windows
The electrically operated rear door windows can be disabled by a switch located on the driver's door (see illustration).
If the LED in the switch is OFF
The rear door windows can be raised or lowered with the buttons on the rear door armrests or with the buttons on the
driver's door armrest.
If the LED in the switch is ON
The rear door windows can only be raised or lowered with the buttons on the driver's door armrest.
Power window on the front passenger's side
The control for the electrically operated window in the front passenger's seat operates that window only.
Power windows in the rear doors
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The rear door windows can be operated with the control on each door and the switch on the driver's door. If the LED in
the switch for blocking electrically operated windows in the rear doors (located in the driver's door control panel) is on,
the rear door windows can only be operated from the driver's door.
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Mirrors
Rearview mirror
To reduce glare from the headlights of following vehicles, use the control to switch between the normal and night-
driving positions.
A. Normal position
B. Night position, reduces glare from following headlights
Autodim function (option)
The autodim function reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare.
NOTE
This function is automatically switched off when the gear selector is placed in the Reverse position.
Rearview mirror with compass (option)
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The upper left-hand corner of the rearview mirror has an integrated display that shows the compass direction toward
which the car is pointing. Eight different directions can be displayed: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The display
shows your car's orientation with respect to true north.
If the compass is activated, it will be displayed automatically when the ignition is in postilion II or when the engine is
running. The compass can be switched off or on by pressing the inset button on the rear side of the mirror (see the inset
illustration). This can be done with straightened paperclip or similar
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Mirrors
object. The button is recessed approximately 1 in. (2.5 cm) in the mirror.
Magnetic zones
The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The compass is initially set for the zone to which the car was delivered, and
should always be adjusted if the car is driven to a new magnetic zone. To do so:
Switch the ignition to position II.
Press the button on the rear side of the mirror with straightened paperclip or similar object for approximately 3
seconds until ZONE is displayed. The number of the current magnetic zone will also be displayed.
Press the button repeatedly until the number for the desired zone (1-15) is displayed.
After several seconds, the compass heading will again be displayed, and the change of magnetic zones is complete.
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Mirrors
Calibrating the compass
Stop the car in a large, open area, away from traffic.
Turn off as many electrical devices in the car as possible to avoid interference with the compass (e.g. audio system,
etc).
Using a pen or similar object, hold the button (1) depressed for at least 6 seconds. "CAL" will be displayed.
Drive slowly in a circle at a maximum speed of 5 m.p.h. (8 km/h) until CAL is no longer displayed.
NOTE
This step can also be done by driving normally until CAL is no longer displayed.
Calibration is complete.
Power door mirrors
The mirror control switches are located on the driver's door armrest.
Driver's side
Press the L switch (an LED in the switch will light up) to activate the adjustment control and then use this control to
adjust the driver's door mirror.
Passenger's door
Press the R switch (an LED in the switch will light up) and then use the adjustment control to adjust the passenger's door
mirror.
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After you have adjusted the mirror(s), press the L or R switch again (the LED will go out) to deactivate the adjustment
control.
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WARNING
The mirrors should always be adjusted prior to driving. Objects seen in the passenger's side wide -angle door mirror are
closer than they appear to be.
Remote central locking and door mirror memory-option
If you lock the vehicle and later unlock it with the same remote control and open the driver's door, the door mirrors (and
the driver's seat) will automatically move to the position they were in when you left the vehicle. This feature will work in
the same way with all of the remote control transmitters (up to 3) that you use with your vehicle. This feature will not
function if you lock your vehicle with the key.
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Power moonroof (option)
To operate the moonroof, turn the ignition key to position I or II, or start the engine. The moonroof can be operated in
two ways:
A. Tilt position
B. Sliding moonroof
A. Tilt position
Open: With the moonroof closed, push up the rear edge of the switch (position 5 in the illustration below).
Close: Pull down and hold the rear edge of the switch (position 6 in the illustration below) until the moonroof has closed
completely.
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