wheel VOLVO S60 2012 Owner´s Manual

08 Maintenance and specifications
Wiper blades and washer fluid
08

313 Wiper blades
The windshield wiper blades are different
lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is longer
than the one on the passenger side.
Service position
Wiper blades in service position
The wiper blades must be in the vertical (serv-
ice) position for replacement, washing or to lift
them away from the windshield when e.g.,
removing ice or snow. To put them in this posi-
tion:
1. While sitting in the driver's seat, close the
driver's door.
2.
Insert the remote key in the ignition slot
1
3.
Put the ignition in mode II (see page 86).4.
With the remote key in the ignition slot
1, put
the ignition in mode 0.
5. Move the right steering wheel lever up and
hold it for at least 1 second. The wipers will
then move to the vertical (service) position
on the windshield.
The wipers can be returned to the normal posi-
tion by briefly switching on the ignition (or by
starting the engine).
Replacing the windshield wiper blades
With the wipers in the service position, fold
out the wiper arm from the windshield.
Press the button on the wiper blade attach-
ment and pull the wiper blade straight out,
parallel with the wiper arm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks
into place.
Check that the blade is securely in place.
1Not necessary on vehicles with the optional keyless drive.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
08
324* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
PosFunctionA
Folding rear seat head
restraints15
Infotainment control mod-
ule5
Infotainment system, Sirius
satellite radio*10
Infotainment system15
Bluetooth hands-free sys-
tem5
-
Power moonroof*
Courtesy lighting, climate
system sensor5
12-volt sockets15
Heated rear seat* (pas-
senger's side)15
Heated rear seat* (driver's
side)15
-
Heated front passenger's
seat*15
PosFunctionA
Heated driver's seat*15
Park assist*, trailer hitch
control module*, park
assist camera*
Blind Spot Information Sys-
tem (BLIS)*5
All Wheel Drive* control
module5
Active chassis system*10
Positions-fuse box B
PosFunctionA
-
-
Front courtesy lighting,
driver's door power win-
dow controls, power
seat(s)*, HomeLInk
® Wire-
less Control System*
7.5
Instrument panel informa-
tion display5
PosFunctionA
Adaptive cruise control/
collision warning*10
Courtesy lighting, rain sen-
sor*7.5
Steering wheel module7.5
Cental locking: fuel filler
door10
-
Windshield washer15
Trunk open10
-10
Fuel pump20
Climate system control
panel5
-
Alarm, On-board diagnos-
tic system5
-

08 Maintenance and specifications
Vehicle care
08

327 Washing the car
The following points should be kept in mind
when washing and cleaning the car:
•The car should be washed at regular inter-
vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots
adhere to the paint and may cause dam-
age. To help prevent corrosion, it is partic-
ularly important to wash the car frequently
in the wintertime.
•Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight.
Doing so may cause detergents and wax
to dry out and become abrasive. To avoid
scratching, use lukewarm water to soften
the dirt before you wash with a soft
sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
•Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork
as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish
may be permanently damaged.
•A detergent can be used to facilitate the
softening of dirt and oil.
•Dry the car with a clean chamois and
remember to clean the drain holes in the
doors and rocker panels.
•Tar spots can be removed with tar remover
after the car has been washed.
•A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy
water can be used to clean the wiper
blades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-
shield and wiper blades improves visibilityconsiderably and also helps prolong the
service life of the wiper blades.
•Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel
housings, fenders, etc).
•In areas of high industrial fallout, more fre-
quent washing is recommended.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove
dirt from the drain holes in the doors and
sills.
CAUTION
•During high pressure washing, the
spray mouthpiece must never be closer
to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
•Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can
reduce lighting capacity considerably.
Clean the headlights regularly, for
example when refueling.
Special moonroof cautions:
•Always close the moonroof and sun
shade before washing your vehicle.
•Never use abrasive cleaning agents on
the moonroof.
•Never use wax on the rubber seals
around the moonroof.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special cleaning
products, available at your Volvo retailer, for
cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental
components such as chromed strips on the
exterior of your vehicle. The instructions for
using these products should be followed care-
fully. Solvents or stain removers should not be
used.
CAUTION
•Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub-
ber components
•Polishing chromed strips can wear
away or damage the surface
•Polishes containing abrasive sub-
stances should not be used
Automatic car wash
•We do NOT recommend washing your car
in an automatic wash during the first few
months (because the paint will not have
hardened sufficiently).
•An automatic wash is a simple and quick
way to clean your car, but it is worth
remembering that it may not be as thor-
ough as when you yourself go over the car
with sponge and water. Keeping the under-
body clean is most important, especially in
the winter. Some automatic washers do

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Vehicle care
08
328
not have facilities for washing the under-
body.
CAUTION
•Before driving into an automatic car
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to
avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
•Make sure that side view mirrors, auxil-
iary lamps, etc, are secure, and that any
antenna(s) are retracted or removed.
Otherwise there is risk of the machine
dislodging them.
•Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-
plated wheels using the same deter-
gents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can
permanently stain chrome-plated
wheels.
WARNING
•When the vehicle is driven immediately
after being washed, apply the brakes,
including the parking brake, several
times in order to remove any moisture
from the brake linings.
•Engine cleaning agents should not be
used when the engine is warm. This
constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lightingCondensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is nor-
mal and the lights are designed to withstand
moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi-
pate after the lights have been on for a short
time.
Polishing and waxing
•Normally, polishing is not required during
the first year after delivery, however, wax-
ing may be beneficial.
•Before applying polish or wax the vehicle
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can
be removed with kerosene or tar remover.
Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing
compound.
•After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
•Several commercially available products
contain both polish and wax.
•Waxing alone does not substitute for pol-
ishing a dull surface.
•A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy
to use and produce a long-lasting, high-
gloss finish that protects the bodywork
against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
•Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).
CAUTION
Volvo does not recommend the use of long-
life or durable paint protection coatings,
some of which may claim to prevent pitting,
fading, oxidation, etc. These coatings have
not been tested by Volvo for compatibility
with your vehicle's clear coat. Some of them
may cause the clear coat to soften, crack,
or cloud. Damage caused by application of
paint protection coatings may not be cov-
ered under your vehicle's paint warranty.
Cleaning the interior
Only use cleaning agents and car care prod-
ucts recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly
and follow the instructions included with the
car care product.
Upholstery care
Fabric
Clean with soapy water or a detergent. For
more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream,
shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric
stain remover. Consult your Volvo retailer.
AlcanteraTM suede-like materialSuede-like upholstery can be cleaned with a
soft cloth and mild soap solution.

09 Specifications
Specifications 09
336
Dimensions–S60
PositionDimensionin (mm)
AWheelbase109.3 (2776)
BLength182.2 (4628)
CLoad length, floor, seatback down68.9 (1749)
DLoad length, floor38.0 (965)
EHeight58.4 (1484)
FLoad height18.3 (465)

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337
PositionDimensionin (mm)
GTrack, front62.5 (1588)A/
62.1 (1578)
B
HTrack, rear62.4 (1585)A/
62.0 (1575)
B
ILoad width, floor36.2 (919)
JWidth73.4 (1865)
KWidth incl. door mirrors (folded out)82.6 (2097)
LWidth incl. door mirrors (folded in)74.8 (1899)
Awith 16" wheelsBwith 17" wheels
Weights
CategoryUSACanada
Gross vehicle weight
5-cyl. FWD
A
6-cyl. AWDB
4610 lbs
5050 lbs2090 kg
2290 kg
Capacity weight
5-cyl. FWD
6-cyl. AWD1025 lbs
1200 lbs465 kg
545 kg

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CategoryUSACanada
Permissible axle weights, front
5-cyl. FWD
6-cyl. AWD2580 lbs
2755 lbs1170 kg
1250 kg
Permissible axle weights, rear
5-cyl. FWD
6-cyl. AWD2160 lbs
2490 lbs980 kg
1130 kg
Curb weight3500-38001580-1730
Max. roof load165 lbs75 kg
Max. trailer weightsWithout brakes: 1650 lbs
With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 2,000 lbs
With brakes, 2” ball: 3,300 lbsWithout brakes: 750 kg
With brakes, 1 7/8” ball: 900 kg
With brakes, 2” ball: 1500 kg
Max. tongue weight165 lbs75 kg
AFront Wheel DriveBAll Wheel Drive
Engine specifications
Specification/ModelT53.0T
Engine designationB5254T5B6304T4
Output (kW/rps)184/92224/93
Output (hp/rpm)247/5500 rpm300/5600

10 Index
10
348
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 201
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 122
Accessory installation warning.................. 14
Active chassis system.............................152
Active yaw control................................... 149
Adaptive brake lights............................... 121
Adaptive cruise control.................... 155, 157
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................29, 30
front...................................................... 25
inflatable curtain................................... 35
side impact........................................... 33
Air conditioning........................................ 144
Air distribution.......................................... 140
Air distribution table................................. 146
Air vents................................................... 141
All Wheel Drive......................................... 120
Anti-freeze.......................................252, 304Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 80
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 122
Approach lighting..............................57, 100
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 226
BluetoothŸ devices............................. 229
BluetoothŸ hands-free system........... 232
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 229
general functions................................ 210
getting started.................................... 206
HD digital radio................................... 215
introduction......................................... 204
media player....................................... 222
menus................................................. 244
overview.............................................. 204
radio functions.................................... 213
Sirius satellite radio............................217
sound settings.................................... 211
steering wheel keypad........................ 209
voice control....................................... 240
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 107
Automatic locking retractor....................... 40
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 118, 119
general description.....................118, 119oil........................................................ 341
shiftlock override................................ 119
Axle weight.............................................. 279
B
Battery
changing..................................... 316, 317
maintenance....................................... 316
remote key, replacing........................... 60
specifications...................................... 342
warning symbols................................. 315
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 195, 196, 197
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 232
Booster cushions....................................... 48
Brake lights.............................................. 121
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 122
Brake pad inspection.......................... 121
checking fluid level............................. 304
emergency brake assistance.............. 122
fluid..................................................... 341
general information............................. 121
warning light......................................... 82

10 Index
10
354
Spin control............................................. 149
SRS............................................................ 24
Stability system...............................149, 150
Corner Traction Control (CTC)............149
Engine Drag Control (EDC).................149
indicator light........................................ 81
Starting the engine..................................114
with keyless drive...............................114
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode)....................38
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)........................ 55
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 94
horn....................................................... 95
keypad.................................. 94, 133, 209
Locking/unlocking................................ 94
Stone chips, touching up......................... 330
Storage spaces........................................ 199
Studded tires........................................... 282
Sunroof (moonroof).................................. 109
Sun shade................................................ 105
Supplemental restraint system.................. 24
warning light......................................... 82
Symbols, overview................................... 343T
Temporary spare tire............................... 283
Three-way catalytic converter................. 257
Tire designations.....................................276
Tire inflation pressure..............................275
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....293, 294
indicator light........................................ 81
Tires.........................................................270
age...................................................... 270
changing from summer to winter........ 271
glossary of terms................................ 278
improving economy............................ 270
inflation pressure................................ 273
inflation pressure table.......................275
load ratings......................................... 274
rotation............................................... 271
snow...................................................282
spare................................................... 283
specifications...................................... 274
speed ratings...................................... 274
storing................................................. 271
studded............................................... 282
tire pressure monitoring system......... 293
tread wear indicator............................ 272
uniform tire quality grading................. 281Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 50
Touching up paint.................................... 330
Towing a trailer................................262, 263
trailer hitch.......................................... 263
Towing the vehicle........................... 265, 266
Traction control........................................ 149
Trailer towing...................................262, 263
trailer hitch.......................................... 263
Transmission
general description.....................118, 119
oil........................................................ 341
shiftlock override................................ 119
Tread wear indicator................................ 272
Trip computer.......................................... 147
Trip odometers.......................................... 84
Trips, long distance................................. 251
Trunk
changing bulbs................................... 311
driving with it open.............................250
Turn signals............................................... 99
indicator lights...................................... 81

10 Index
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U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................281
Unlocking the vehicle..........................57, 67
Upholstery care....................................... 328
V
Valet locking.............................................. 62
Vanity mirror............................................ 201
changing bulbs................................... 311
Vehicle Event Data..................................... 11
Vehicle loading................................259, 279
roof loads............................................ 261
Vehicle maintenance................................ 298
performed by the owner.....................299
Vehicle weights........................................ 337
Voice control
cell phones......................................... 240
Volvo and the environment........................ 13
Volvo maintenance.................................. 298
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 346
Volvo programs.......................................346
Volvo Sensus........................................... 130
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 98
Warning lights.......................... 79, 80, 81, 82
Warning symbol......................................... 83
Warning system, collision................173, 174
Warranties................................................ 298
Washer fluid..................................... 314, 341
Washers
headlight............................................. 103
windshield........................................... 102
Water, driving through............................. 251
Waxing..................................................... 328
Weights.................................................... 337
Wheels.....................................................270
changing............................................. 290
storing................................................. 271
Whiplash Protection System..................... 36
Windows
power.................................................. 104
Windshield
rain sensor.......................................... 102
washers.............................................. 103
wipers/washers................................... 102
Windshield washer fluid................... 314, 341Windshield wipers.................................... 313
Wiper blades
replacing windshield wipers............... 313