light VOLVO S60 2011 Owner´s Manual
Page 288 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Maintaining your car
08
288
inspection has replaced the tailpipe emission
test.
How can my vehicle fail OBD II emission
inspection?
Your vehicle can fail OBD II emission inspec-
tion for any of the following reasons.
•If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit, your
vehicle may fail inspection.
•If your vehicle's Check Engine light was lit,
but went out without any action on your
part, OBD II will still have a recorded fault.
Your vehicle may pass or fail, depending
on the inspection practices in your area.
•If you had recent service that required dis-
connecting the battery, OBD II diagnostic
information may be incomplete and "not
ready" for inspection. A vehicle that is not
ready may fail inspection.
How can I prepare for my next OBD II
emission inspection?
•If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit – or
was lit but went out without service, have
your vehicle diagnosed and, if necessary,
serviced by a qualified Volvo technician.
•If you recently had service for a lit Check
Engine light, or if you had service that
required disconnecting the battery, a
period of driving is necessary to bring the
OBD II system to "ready" for inspection. A
half-hour trip of mixed stop-and-go/high-way driving is typically needed to allow
OBD II to reach readiness. Your Volvo
retailer can provide you with more infor-
mation on planning a trip.
•Maintain your vehicle in accordance with
your vehicle's maintenance schedule.
Page 289 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Hood and engine compartment
08
289 Opening and closing the hood
Turn the handle located under the left side
of the dash approximately 20-25 degrees
clockwise to release the hood lock.
Lift the hood slightly. Press the release
control (located under the right front edge
of the hood) to the left, and lift the hood
WARNING
Check that the hood locks properly when
closed.
Engine compartment, overview
The appearance of the engine compartment
may vary depending on engine model.
Coolant expansion tank
Power steering fluid reservoir
Engine oil dipstick
Radiator
Filler cap for engine oil
Cover over brake fluid reservoir
Battery
Relay and fuse box
Washer fluid reservoir
Air cleaner
WARNING
The cooling fan may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine
has been switched off.
WARNING
The ignition should always be completely
switched off before performing any opera-
tions in the engine compartment.
The distributor ignition system operates at
very high voltages. Special safety precau-
tions must be followed to prevent injury.
Always turn the ignition off when:
•Replacing distributor ignition compo-
nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
•Do not touch any part of the distributor
ignition system while the engine is run-
ning. This may result in unintended
movements and body injury.
Page 294 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
294* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
All bulb specifications are listed on page 299.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by
a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:
•Dome lighting
•Reading lights
•Glove compartment lighting
•Footwell lighting
•Turn signals in the door mirrors
•Approach lighting in the door mirrors
•Active Bending Lights and LED bulbs
NOTE
For information regarding any other bulbs
not mentioned in this section, please con-
tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and
authorized Volvo service technician.
WARNING
•Active Bending Lights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, these
bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
•Turn off the lights and remove the
remote key from the ignition before
changing any bulbs.
Headlight housingWARNING
•The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.
•If the engine has been running just prior
to replacing bulbs in the headlight hous-
ing, please keep in mind that compo-
nents in the engine compartment will be
hot.
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing all front bulbs.
CAUTION
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fin-
gers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit
on the reflector, which will damage it.
NOTE
•Always switch off the ignition before
starting to replace a bulb.
•The optional Active Bending Light bulbs
contain trace amounts of mercury.
These bulbs should always be disposed
of by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician.
Page 295 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
295
Removing the headlight housing1. Switch off the ignition by briefly pressing
the START/STOP ENGINE button and
remove the remote key from the ignition
slot
1.
2. (Upper illustration under "Headlight hous-
ing")
Withdraw the headlight housing's lock-
ing pins.
Remove the headlight housing by alter-
natively pulling the front and rear edges
until it can be lifted out.
CAUTION
When disconnecting the connector, pull on
the connector itself and not on the wiring.
3. (Lower illustration under "Headlight hous-
ing")
Unplug the wiring connector by holding
down the clip with your thumb.
Pull out the connector with the other
hand.
4. Lift out the housing and place it on a soft
surface to avoid scratching the lens.5. Replace the defective bulb(s).
Reinserting the headlight housing
1. Plug in the connector until it clicks into
place.
2. Reinstall the headlight housing and locking
pins. The short locking pin should be clos-
est to the grille. Check that they are cor-
rectly inserted. The headlight housing must
be properly inserted and secured in place
before the lighting is switched on or the
remote key is inserted into the ignition slot.
3. Check that the lights function properly.
Removing the cover to access the
bulbs
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 294.
1. Loosen the cover's four retaining screws
with the tool (1) provided in the vehicle's
tool kit (see page 278). The screws should
not be removed completely.
1Does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.
Page 296 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
296
CAUTION
Use the tool from the vehicle's tool kit to
loosen the screws. A screwdriver or other
sharp object could scratch the headlight.
2. Push the cover to the side.
Reinstall the cover in the reverse order.
Low beam, Halogen
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 294).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 295).
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
5. The guide lug on the new bulb should be
straight up when the bulb is inserted into
the holder and the bulb should snap into
place.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
High beam, Halogen
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 294).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 295).
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter-
clockwise and pulling it straight out.4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and turn
it clockwise to put it in place. It can only be
secured in one position.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight
housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
Extra high beam2
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 294).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 295).
2Models with optional Active Bending Lights only.
Page 297 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
297
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter-
clockwise and pulling it straight out.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and turn
it clockwise to put it in place. It can only be
secured in one position.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
Turn signals
1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 294).
2. Remove the cover by pulling it straight out.
3. Pull the holder to access the bulb.
4. Press in the bulb and turn it to remove it
from the holder.5. Press and turn the new bulb into place.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight
housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.
Taillight housing
The bulbs in the taillight cluster are replaced
from inside the trunk (not the LED functions).
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 294.
1. Remove the covers in the left/right panel to
access the bulb holder.2. Press the catches together and pull out the
bulb holder.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pressing it in
slightly and it turning counterclockwise
before pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb, press it in slightly and
turn it clockwise.
5. Press the bulb holder until it clicks into
place and reinstall the cover.
Location of taillight bulbs
Taillight lens, right side
Brake lights (LEDs)
Brake light
Backup light
Page 298 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
298
Turn signals
Rear fog light (driver’s side only)
NOTE
If an error message remains in the display
after a faulty bulb has been replaced, con-
tact an authorized Volvo workshop.
Backup lights
1. Open the panel on the inside of the trunk
lid.
2. Remove the bulb holder by turning it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Remove the defective bulb by pressing it in
slightly and turning it counterclockwise
before pulling it out.4. Insert a new bulb, press it in slightly and
turn it clockwise.
5. Put the bulb holder in place and turn it
clockwise.
License plate lighting
1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver.
2. Carefully detach the entire bulb housing
and pull it out.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Reinsert the entire bulb housing and
tighten the screws.
Trunk lighting
G021758
NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 294.
The trunk lighting is located on opposite sides
of the trunk.
1. Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so that
the bulb housing comes loose.
2. Replace the bulb.
3. Check that the bulb illuminates and press
it back into the bulb housing.
Page 299 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Replacing bulbs
08
299 Vanity mirror lighting
Removing the mirror glass
1. Insert a screwdriver underneath the lower
edge, in the center, turn and carefully pry
up the lug on the edge.
2. Carefully detach and lift out the entire mir-
ror glass.
3. Replace the bulb.
Reinstalling the mirror glass1. Press the three lugs at top edge of the mir-
ror glass back into position.
2. Press the three lower lugs back into posi-
tion.
Bulb specifications
Lighting func-
tionWat-
tageBulb
Active Bending
Lights (extra high
beam)65H9
Low beam (halo-
gen)55H7 LL
High beam (halo-
gen)65H9
Front turn signals21HY21W
Trunk lighting,
license plate light-
ing5Festoon
bulb
SV8.5
Vanity mirror light-
ing1,2Festoon
bulb
SV5.5
Glove compart-
ment lighting5Festoon
bulb
SV8.5
Rear turn signals21SVPY21W
Rear fog light21H21W
Lighting func-
tionWat-
tageBulb
Backup light21H21W
Brake light21P21W LL
Page 301 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Wiper blades and washer fluid
08
301 Filling washer fluid
Location of the washer fluid reservoir
The windshield and headlight washers share a
common reservoir.
The washer fluid reservoir is located on the
driver's side of the engine compartment. Dur-
ing cold weather, the reservoir should be filled
with windshield washer solvent containing
antifreeze. For capacities, see page 326.
Page 302 of 342
08 Maintenance and specifications
Battery
08
302
Warning symbols on the battery
Wear protective goggles.
Keep away from children.
Avoid smoking, open flames,
and/or sparks.
See the owner's manual.
Contains corrosive acid.
Risk of explosion
NOTE
A used battery should be disposed of in an
environmentally responsible manner. Con-
sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery to
a recycling station.
Handling
•Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and tightened.
•Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running (for example, when
replacing the battery).
•If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
•The service life of a battery is affected by
factors such as driving conditions and cli-
mate. Extreme cold may also further
decrease the battery’s starting capacity.
•Because the battery’s starting capacity
decreases with time, it may be necessary
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven for
an extended period of time or if the vehicle
is usually only driven short distances.
Never use a quick charger to charge the bat-
tery.
WARNING
•Never expose the battery to open flame
or electric spark.
•Do not smoke near the battery.
•Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do
not allow battery fluid to contact eyes,
skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If con-
tact occurs, flush the affected area
immediately with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it
becomes discharged repeatedly.
Maintenance
•Use a screw driver to open the caps or
cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
•If necessary, add distilled water. The level
should never be above the indicator.
•The fluid level should be checked if the
battery has been recharged.
•After inspection, be sure the cap over each
battery cell or the cover is securely in
place.
•Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and properly tightened.