towing VOLVO S60 2009 Owner´s Manual

06 Starting and drivingTowing a trailer
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When starting on a hill, put the gear selec-
tor in D before releasing the parking brake.
•
If you use the manual (Geartronic) shift
positions while towing a trailer, make sure
the gear you select does not put too much
strain on the engine (using too high a gear).
•
The drawbar assembly/trailer hitch may be
rated for trailers heavier than the vehicle is
designed to tow. Please adhere to Volvo's
recommended trailer weights.
LevelingIf your vehicle is equipped with automatic lev-
eling, the rear suspension always retains the
correct ride height regardless of the load.
When the vehicle is stationary, the rear sus-
pension lowers, which is normal.

06 Starting and drivingFront/rear park assist (option/accessory)
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Front/rear park assist
G020294
Front/rear park assistThe park assist system is designed to assist
you when driving into parking spaces, garages,
etc. It utilizes four ultrasound sensors located
in one or both bumpers to measure the dis-
tance to a vehicle, object, or a person who may
be close to the front or rear of your vehicle.
Park assist is available in two versions:•
Rear bumper only
•
Front and rear bumpers
WARNING
Park Assist is an information system, NOT a
safety system. This system is designed to
be a supplementary aid when parking the
vehicle. It is not, however, intended to
replace the driver's attention and judge-
ment.FunctionThe system is activated automatically when the
vehicle is started. The indicator light in the but-
ton in the center console illuminates.•
The front park assist system is active from
the time the engine is started until the vehi-
cle exceeds a speed of approximately
10 mph (15 km/h). It is also active when the
vehicle is backing up.
•
Rear park assist is active when the engine
is running and reverse gear has been
selected.
Rear park assistThe distance monitored behind the vehicle is
approximately 5 ft (1.5 m). The signal comes
from the rear speakers.
The system must be deactivated when towing
a trailer, carrying bicycles in a rearmounted
carrier, etc, which could trigger the rear park
assist system's sensors.
NOTE
Rear park assist is deactivated automati-
cally when towing a trailer if Volvo genuine
trailer wiring is used.Front park assistThe distance monitored in front of the vehicle
is approximately 2.5 ft (0.8 m). The audible sig-
nal comes from the audio system's front
speakers.•
It may not be possible to combine auxiliary
headlights and front park assist since
these lights could trigger the system's sen-
sors.
Activating/deactivating park assistThe system is activated automatically when the
vehicle is started.•
Press the Park assist button on the center
console (see page 57) to temporarily deac-
tivate the system(s). The indicator light in
the button will go out when the system has
been deactivated.
•
Park assist will be automatically reactiva-
ted the next time the engine is started, or if
the button is pressed (the indicator light in
the button will illuminate).

07 Wheels and tires
Vehicle loading
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Properly loading your vehicle will provide maxi-
mum return of vehicle design performance.
Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself
with the following terms for deter-mining your
vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a
trailer, from the vehicle's Federal/Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label, and the vehicle's tire informa-
tion placard:Curb weightThe weight of the vehicle including a full tank
of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not
include passengers, cargo, or optional equip-
ment.Capacity weightAll weight added to the curb weight, including
cargo and optional equipment. When towing,
trailer hitch tongue load is also part of cargo
weight.
NOTE
For trailer towing information, please refer to
the section "Towing a trailer" on page 143.
Permissible axle weightThe maximum allowable weight that can be
carried by a single axle (front or rear). These
numbers are shown on the Federal/Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label. The total load on each axle must
never exceed its maximum permissible weight.Gross vehicle weight (GVW)The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passen-
gers.
NOTE
•
The location of the various labels in your
vehicle can be found on page 234.
•
A table listing important weight limits for
your vehicle can be found on page
238.
Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit1. Locate the statement "the combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehi-
cle's placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kilograms or
XXX pounds.
4. The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load
capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400-750 (5
× 150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual
1to determine

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how this reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.WARNING
•
Exceeding the permissible axle weight,
gross vehicle weight, or any other
weight rating limits can cause tire over-
heating resulting in permanent defor-
mation or catastrophic failure.
•
Do not use replacement tires with lower
load carrying capacities than the tires
that were original equipment on the
vehicle because this will lower the vehi-
cle's GVW rating. Replacement tires
with a higher limit than the originals do
not increase the vehicle's GVW rating
limitations.
1See "Towing a trailer" see page 143.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs
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Low beam headlight/parking light (halogen
headlights)High beam headlight, parking light (Active
Bi-Xenon headlights)
Certain models may have a plastic tube that
may hinder access to the bulbs. This tube can
be broken off and discarded.NOTE
If you encounter difficulty when changing a
bulb, please contact a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.Low beam headlight
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Low beam bulb (halogen headlights)
Removing the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Remove the plastic cover.
3. Disconnect the wiring connector.
Loosen the retaining spring by first moving
it to the right and then moving it outward
and downward, out of the way.
Pull out the defective bulb.
G028436
Installing the new bulb:
Insert the new bulb, without touching the
glass, with the guide lug upward. The bulb
will only seat properly in this position.
Move the retaining spring up and push it
slightly to the left until it seats properly.
1. Reconnect the wiring connector.
2. Reinstall the plastic cover.
NOTE
If the vertical aim of your headlights needs
to be adjusted for any reason (e.g., towing
a trailer for extended periods), this should
be done by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician.High beam headlight
G028437
High beam bulb

11 Specifications
Capacities
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Category
Specification
Capacity
Power steering fluid
Volvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) P/
N 1161529 or equivalent
0.9 US qts. (0.9 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir
Use washer fluid solvent in cold weather conditions.
6.8 US qts (6.4 liters)
NOTE
The transmission oil does not normally need
to be changed during the service life of the
vehicle. However, it may be necessary to
replace the oil if the vehicle is often driven
in areas of sustained temperature extremes
(hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long
distances, for prolonged driving in moun-
tainous areas, or if the vehicle is often driven
short distances in temperatures under 40°F
(5°C).

12 Index
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AA/C (air conditioning)................................. 90
ABS.......................................................... 136
Airbag system............................................ 20
Air conditioning.......................................... 89
Air distribution................................ 88, 90, 91
Air quality sensor....................................... 91
Air vents..................................................... 88
Alarm........................................................ 116
All Wheel Drive......................................... 134
towing.................................................141
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 136
Audio system........................................... 216
CD changer (external)......................... 228
CD player.................................... 226, 227
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II............... 229
PI seek................................................ 223
selecting a sound source.................... 221
sound settings.................................... 220
storing radio stations.......................... 222
AUTO (climate control)............................... 89
Automatic transmission........................... 130
Geartronic........................................... 132
kickdown............................................ 131AWD......................................................... 134
BBackrest, rear seat, folding...................... 102
Battery..................................................... 187
maintenance....................................... 195
replacing............................................. 196
specifications...................................... 244
Belt check................................................ 187
Black Box (Vehicle Event Data)............... 184
Blower (fan)................................................ 90
Brake circuit............................................. 135
Brake fluid................................................ 193
Brake system........................................... 135
Bulbs
list of................................................... 243
replacing............................................. 198CCapacities, fluids..................................... 240
Capacity weight....................................... 163Catalytic converter, three-way................. 245
CD changer.............................................. 227
CD changer (external).............................. 228
CD player................................................. 226
Central locking system - remote control. 109
Changing a wheel.................................... 169
Changing coolant..................................... 188
Charge air cooler..................................... 242
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 44
Child safety................................................ 32
child restraints...................................... 34
Child safety lock...................................... 114
Climate system.......................................... 86
Coat hanger............................................. 101
Cold weather precautions........................ 148
Coolant.................................................... 192
changing..................................... 188, 192
checking level of................................. 187
Courtesy lighting........................................ 97
Cup holders
rear seat.............................................. 100
Curb weight............................................. 163

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Roof racks (load carriers)......................... 146
Rotating tires........................................... 168SSafety defects, reporting
Canada................................................. 17
USA....................................................... 16
Seat belt..................................................... 18
Service.....................................................184
Service key.............................................. 108
Shiftlock...................................................124
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags....... 28
Ski hatch.................................................. 103
Snow chains............................................ 166
Snow tires................................................ 166
Spare wheel............................................. 105
Stability systems...................................... 138
Starting the car........................................ 124
Steering wheel lock.................................125
Stone chips, touching up......................... 180
Storage compartments..............99, 100, 101
Studded tires........................................... 166Suspension.............................................. 246
TTemperature control.................................. 89
Three-way catalytic converter................. 245
Tire designations.....................................160
Tire economy, improving......................... 155
Tire inflation............................................. 156
Tire inflation pressure, checking.............. 157
Tire inflation pressure table
Canadian models................................ 159
US models.......................................... 158
Tire Pressure Monitoring System............ 172
Tires
rotation............................................... 168
Towing - cars with All Wheel Drive.......... 141
Towing the car......................................... 140
Trailer hitch - detachable......................... 145
Transmission - automatic........................130
Tread wear indicator................................ 155
Trunk
opening from the inside...................... 113
unlocking/locking................................ 112
UUniform Tire Quality Grading................... 165
Unlocking the car..................................... 112
Unlocking the trunk.................................. 112
Upholstery, cleaning................................ 177VValet key.................................................. 108
Vanity mirror............................................... 98
Vehicle dimensions.................................. 236
Vehicle Event Data................................... 184
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)......... 235
Vehicle loading......................................... 163
Volvo Inflatable Curtain.............................. 29
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 247WWarranties................................................ 184
Washer fluid reservoir......................189, 192
Washing the car....................................... 176