sensor VOLVO V60 2011 User Guide

02 Locks and alarm
Alarm*
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.67 General
Activated alarm is triggered if:
•a door, the bonnet or the tailgate is opened
•a movement is detected in the passenger
compartment (if fitted with a movement
detector*)
•the car is raised or towed away (if fitted
with a tilt detector*)
•the battery's cable is disconnected
•the siren is disconnected.
If there is a fault in the alarm system, the infor-
mation display shows a message. In which
case, contact a workshop - an authorised
Volvo workshop is recommended.
NOTE
The movement sensors trigger an alarm in
the event of movement in the passenger
compartment - air currents are also regis-
tered. For this reason the alarm is triggered
if the car is left with a window or the sunroof
open or if the passenger compartment
heater is used.
To avoid this: Close the window/sunroof
when leaving the car. If the car's integrated
passenger compartment heater (or a porta-
ble electric heater) shall be used - direct the
airflow from the air vents so that they are not
pointing upwards in the passenger com-
partment.
NOTE
Do not attempt to repair or modify alarm
system components. All such attempts
could affect the terms of insurance.
Alarm indicator
Same LED as lock indicator, see page 49.
A red LED on the instrument panel indicates
the alarm system's status:
•LED not lit – Alarm not armed
•The LED flashes once every other second
– Alarm is armed
•The LED flashes rapidly after disarming the
alarm (and until the remote control key is
inserted in the ignition switch and key posi-
tion I is selected) – Alarm has been trig-
gered.
Arming the alarm
Press the remote control key lock button.
Disarming the alarm
Press the remote control key unlock but-
ton.
Deactivating a triggered alarm
Press the remote control key unlock button
or insert the remote control key in the igni-
tion switch.
Other alarm functions
Automatic re-arming of the alarmThis function prevents the car being left with
alarm disarmed unintentionally.
If the car is unlocked with the remote control
key (and the alarm is disarmed) but none of the
doors or the tailgate is opened within
2 minutes, then the alarm is automatically re-
armed. The car is relocked at the same time.
Alarm signalsWhen the alarm is triggered, the following hap-
pens:
•A siren sounds for 30 seconds or until the
alarm is switched off. The siren has its own
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Alarm*
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68* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
battery which works independently of the
car battery.
•The direction indicators flash for 5 minutes
or until the alarm is switched off.
Remote control key not workingIf the alarm cannot be switched off with the
remote control key, e.g. if the key's battery is
discharged, the car can be disarmed and the
engine started as follows:
1. Open the driver's door with the key blade.
> The alarm is triggered, the alarm indica-
tor flashes rapidly and the siren sounds.
2. Insert the remote control key in the ignition
switch.
> The alarm is deactivated and the alarm
indicator goes out.
3. Start the engine.
Reduced alarm level
To avoid accidental triggering of the alarm -
e.g. if a dog is left in the car or during transport
on a car train or a car ferry - the movement and
tilt sensors can be temporarily deactivated.
The procedure is the same as with the tempo-
rary disengaging of deadlocks, see page 64.
Testing the alarm system
Testing the movement detector in the
passenger compartment
1. Close all windows. Remain in the car.
2. Arm the alarm, see page 67.
3. Wait 15 seconds.
4. Trigger the alarm by moving your arms for-
ward and back at backrest height.
> A siren sounds and all direction indica-
tors flash.
5. Deactivate the alarm by unlocking the car
with the remote control key.
Testing the alarm sensors in the doors1. Arm the alarm, see page 67.
2. Wait 15 seconds.
3. Unlock the driver's door using the key
blade.
4. Open the driver's door.
> A siren sounds and all direction indica-
tors flash.
5. Deactivate the alarm by unlocking the car
with the remote control key.
Testing the alarm sensors for the bonnet1. Sit in the car and deactivate the movement
sensor, see the previous section Reduced
alarm level.
2. Arm the alarm, see page 67. Remain in the
car and lock the doors with the button on
the remote control key.
3. Wait 15 seconds.
4. Open the bonnet with the handle under the
dashboard.
> A siren sounds and all direction indica-
tors flash.
5. Deactivate the alarm by unlocking the car
with the remote control key.
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03 Your driving environment
Wipers and washing
03
98* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Windscreen wipers1
Windscreen wipers and windscreen washers.
Rain sensor, on/off
Thumbwheel sensitivity/frequency
Windscreen wipers offMove the stalk switch to position 0 to
switch off the windscreen wipers.
Single sweepRaise the stalk switch and release to
make one sweep.
Intermittent wipingSet the number of sweeps per time
unit with the thumbwheel when inter-
mittent wiping is selected.
Continuous wipingThe wipers sweep at normal speed.
The wipers sweep at high speed.
IMPORTANT
Before activating the wipers during winter -
ensure that the wiper blades are not frozen
in and that any snow or ice on the wind-
screen (and rear window) is scraped away.
IMPORTANT
Use plenty of washer fluid when the wipers
are cleaning the windscreen. The wind-
screen must be wet when the windscreen
wipers are operating.
Service position wiper bladeFor cleaning the windscreen/wiper blades and
replacement of wiper blades see see
page 319 and 336.
Rain sensor*The rain sensor automatically starts the wind-
screen wipers based on how much water it
detects on the windscreen. The sensitivity ofthe rain sensor can be adjusted using the
thumbwheel.
When the rain sensor is activated a light in the
button the rain sensor symbol
is shown
in the right-hand display in the combined
instrument panel.
Activating and setting the sensitivityWhen activating the rain sensor, the car must
be running or the remote control key in position
I or II while the windscreen wiper stalk switch
must be in position 0 or in the position for a
single sweep.
Activate the rain sensor by pressing the button
. The windscreen wipers make one
sweep.
Press the stalk switch up for the wipers to make
an extra sweep.
Turn the thumbwheel upward for higher sensi-
tivity and downward for lower sensitivity. (An
extra sweep is made when the thumbwheel is
turned upward.)
DeactivatingDeactivate the rain sensor by pressing the but-
ton
or move the stalk switch down to
another wiper program.
1Replacing the wiper blades see page 319, service position, wiper blade see page 319 and filling washer fluid see page 320.
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Wipers and washing
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.99
The rain sensor is automatically deactivated
when the remote control key is removed from
the ignition switch or five minutes after the
engine has been switched off.
IMPORTANT
The windscreen wipers could start and be
damaged in an automatic car wash. Deac-
tivate the rain sensor while the car is running
or the remote control key is in position I or
II. The symbol in the combined instrument
panel and the lamp in the button go out.
Washing the headlamps and windows
Washing function.
Washing the windscreenMove the stalk switch toward the steering
wheel to start the windscreen and headlamp
washers.
The windscreen wipers will make several more
sweeps and the headlamps are washed once
the stalk switch has been released.
Heated washer nozzles*The washer nozzles are heated automatically
in cold weather to prevent the washer fluid
freezing solid.
High-pressure headlamp washing*High-pressure headlamp washing consumes a
large quantity of washer fluid. To save fluid, the
headlamps are washed automatically at every
fifth windscreen wash cycle.
Wiper and washer, rear window
Rear window wiper – intermittent wiping
Rear window wiper – continuous speed
Press the stalk switch forward (see the arrow
in the illustration above) to initiate rear window
washing and wiping.
NOTE
The rear window wiper is equipped with
overheating protection which means that
the motor is switched off if it overheats. The
rear window wiper works again after a cool-
ing period (30 seconds or longer, depending
on the heat in the motor and the outside
temperature).
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Wipers and washing
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Wiper – reversingEngaging reverse gear while the windscreen
wipers are on initiates intermittent rear window
wiping
2. The function stops when reverse gear
is disengaged.
If the rear window wiper is already on at con-
tinuous speed, no change is made.
NOTE
On cars with rain sensor, the rear window
wiper is activated with reversing, if the sen-
sor is activated and it is raining.
2This function (intermittent wiping when reversing) can be deactivated. Visit a workshop. Volvo recommends that you contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
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04 Comfort and driving pleasure
Climate control
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148* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
General
Climate controlThe car is equipped with electronic climate
control. The climate control system cools or
heats as well as dehumidifies the air in the pas-
senger compartment.
NOTE
The air conditioning system (AC) can be
switched off, but to ensure the best possible
climate comfort in the passenger compart-
ment and to prevent the windows from mist-
ing, it should always be on.
Actual temperatureThe temperature you select corresponds to the
physical experience with reference to factors
such as air speed, humidity and solar radiation
etc. in and around the car.
The system includes a sun sensor
1 which
detects on which side the sun is shining into
the passenger compartment. This means that
the temperature can differ between the right
and left-hand air vents despite the controls
being set for the same temperature on both
sides.
Sensor location
•The sun sensor1 is located on the top side
of the dashboard.
•The temperature sensor for the passenger
compartment is located below the climate
control panel.
•The outside temperature sensor is located
on the door mirror.
•The humidity sensor* is located by the inte-
rior rearview mirror.
NOTE
Do not cover or block the sensors with
clothing or other objects.
Side windows and sunroof*To ensure that the air conditioning works opti-
mally, the side windows, and sunroof* if speci-
fied, should be closed.
Misting windowsRemove misting on the insides of the windows
by primarily using the defroster function.
To reduce the risk of misting, keep the win-
dows clean and use window cleaner.
Temporary shut-off of the air
conditioning
When the engine requires full power, e.g. for full
acceleration or driving uphill with a trailer, the
air conditioning can be temporarily switched
off. There may then be a temporary increase in
temperature in the passenger compartment.
CondensationIn warm weather, condensation from the air
conditioning may drip under the car. This is
normal.
Ice and snowRemove ice and snow from the climate control
system air intake (the grille between the bonnet
and the windscreen).
Fault tracing and repairEngage a workshop that has authorisation for
the fault tracing and repair of the climate con-
trol system. Volvo recommends that you con-
tact an authorised Volvo workshop.
RefrigerantThe air conditioning system contains a refrig-
erant. This refrigerant contains no chlorine,
which means that it is harmless to the ozone
layer. Engage a workshop that has authorisa-
tion for filling/changing refrigerant to carry out
1Only applies to ECC.
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Climate control
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.153 Operating the controls
Heated seats*
Front seats
Current heat level is shown in the centre console
TV screen.
One press on the button gives
the highest heat level - three
orange lamps illuminate in the
centre console TV screen (see
figure above).
Press the button twice for a
lower heat level – two orange lamps illuminate
in the TV screen.
Press the button three times for the lowest heat
level – one orange lamp illuminates in the TV
screen.
Press the button four times to switch off the
heat – no lamps illuminate.
WARNING
The heated seat should not be used by peo-
ple who find it difficult to perceive tempera-
ture increase because of sensory loss or for
any reason have difficulty in managing to
use the control of the heated seat. Other-
wise, burn injuries may arise.
Rear seat2
Press the button once for the highest heat level
– three lamps illuminate.
Press the button twice for a lower heat level –
two lamps illuminate.
Press the button three times for the lowest heat
level – one lamp illuminates.
Press the button four times to switch off the
heat – no lamps illuminate.
Fan
NOTE
If the fan is fully disengaged the air condi-
tioning is not engaged which may result in a
risk of misting windows.
Fan knob for ECC*Turn the knob to increase or
decrease fan speed. If AUTO
is selected then fan speed is
regulated automatically. The
previously set fan speed is
disengaged.
2Not included if 2-stage booster cushion is selected.
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Climate control
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settingsInterior air quality system. For a
description of the menu system, see
page 142.NOTE
The air quality sensor should always be
engaged in order to obtain the best air in the
passenger compartment.
Recirculation is limited in cold weather to
avoid misting.
If the insides of the windows start misting
up, disengage the air quality sensor, and the
defroster functions for the windscreen, the
side and the rear windows should also be
used to demist the windows.
Air distribution table
Air distributionUseAir distributionUse
Air to windows. Some air
flows from the air vents.
The air is not recirculated.
Air conditioning is always
engaged.to remove ice and misting
quickly.Air to the floor and win-
dows. Some air flows
from the dashboard air
vents.to ensure comfortable
conditions and good
demisting in cold or
humid weather.
Air to windscreen, via
defroster vent, and side
windows. Some air flows
from the air vents.to prevent misting and
icing in a cold and humid
climate, (not at too low
fan speed to enable this).Air to floor and from
dashboard air vents.in sunny weather with
cool outside tempera-
tures.
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04 Comfort and driving pleasure
Adaptive cruise control*
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.171 General information on ACC
The adaptive cruise control (ACC – Adaptive
Cruise Control) helps the driver maintain a safe
distance from the vehicle ahead. It provides a
more relaxing driving experience on long jour-
neys on motorways and long straight main
roads in smooth traffic flows.
The driver sets the desired speed and time
interval to the car in front. When the radar
detector detects a slower vehicle in front of the
car, the speed is automatically adapted to that.
When the road is clear again the car returns to
the selected speed.
If the adaptive cruise control is switched off or
set to the standby mode and the car comes too
close to a vehicle in front, then the driver is
warned by Distance Alert (see page 181) about
the short distance.WARNING
The driver must always be observant with
regard to the traffic conditions and intervene
when the adaptive cruise control is not
maintaining a suitable speed or suitable dis-
tance.
The adaptive cruise control cannot handle
all traffic, weather and road conditions.
The Function section and onwards informs
about limitations of which the driver should
be aware before using the adaptive cruise
control.
The driver always bears responsibility for
maintaining the correct distance and speed,
even when the adaptive cruise control is
being used.
IMPORTANT
Maintenance of adaptive cruise control
components must only be performed at a
workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop
is recommended.
Automatic gearboxThe adaptive cruise control has enhanced
functionality (Queue Assist) on cars with auto-
matic gearbox, see page 175.
Function
Functions overview.
Warning lamp, braking by driver required
Steering wheel keypad
Radar sensor
Adaptive cruise control consists of a cruise
control system and a coordinated spacing sys-
tem.
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Adaptive cruise control*
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172* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
WARNING
Adaptive cruise control is not a collision
avoidance system. The driver must inter-
vene if the system does not detect a vehicle
in front.
The adaptive cruise control does not brake
for humans or animals, and not for small
vehicles such as bicycles and motorcycles.
Nor for oncoming, slow or stationary vehi-
cles and objects.
Do not use the adaptive cruise control, for
example, in city traffic, in dense traffic, at
junctions, on slippery surfaces, with a lot of
water or slush on the road, in heavy rain/
snow, in poor visibility, on winding roads or
on slip roads.
The distance to the vehicle ahead is mainly
measured by a radar sensor. Cruise control
regulates the speed with acceleration and
braking. It is normal for the brakes to emit a low
sound when they are being used by cruise con-
trol.
WARNING
The brake pedal moves when the cruise
control brakes. Do not rest your foot under
the brake pedal as it could become trapped.
The adaptive cruise control aims to follow the
vehicle ahead in the same lane at a time interval
set by the driver. If the radar sensor cannot see
any vehicle in front then the car will instead
maintain the cruise control's set speed. This
also happens if the speed of the vehicle in front
exceeds the cruise control's set speed.
The cruise control aims to control the speed in
a smooth way. In situations that demand sud-
den braking the driver must brake himself/her-
self. This applies with large differences in
speed, or if the vehicle in front brakes heavily.
Due to limitations in the radar sensor, braking
may come unexpectedly or not at all, see
page 177.
The adaptive cruise control can be activated to
follow another vehicle at speeds from
30 km/h
1 up to 200 km/h. If the speed falls
below 30 km/h or if the engine speed becomes
too low, the cruise control is set in standby
mode at which automatic braking ceases - the
driver must then take over himself/herself to
maintain a safe distance to the vehicle ahead.
Warning lamp - braking by driver
required
Adaptive cruise control has a braking capacity
that is equivalent to more than 40% of the car's
braking capacity.If the car needs to be braked more heavily than
cruise control capacity and the driver does not
brake, then the cruise control uses the collision
warning system's warning lamp and warning
sound (see page 189) to alert the driver that
immediate intervention is required.
NOTE
The warning lamp may be difficult to notice
in strong sunlight or when sunglasses are
being worn.
WARNING
Cruise control only warns of vehicles
detected by the radar sensor. Consequently
there may be no warning or it may be sub-
ject to a delay. Do not wait for a warning but
brake when it is necessary.
Steep roads and/or heavy loadBear in mind that the adaptive cruise control is
primarily intended for use when driving on level
road surfaces. The cruise control may have dif-
ficultly in keeping the correct distance from the
vehicle ahead when driving on steep roads,
with a heavy load or with a trailer - in which
case, be extra attentive and ready to slow
down.
1Cars with automatic gearbox ("Queue Assist") can operate in the range of 0-200 km/h, see page 175.
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