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3 Contents
03 Your driving environment
Instruments and  controls72
Ignition modes80
Seats82
Steering wheel87
Lighting89
Wipers and  washers96
Power windows99
Mirrors101
Power moonroof103
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver (option)105
Starting the engine
109
Transmission112
Brakes115
Hill Descent Control (HDC)117
Electric parking brake119
04 Comfort and driving pleasure
Menus and  messages124
Climate system128
Audio system136
Trip computer149
Compass151
Stability system153
Active chassis system-Four C155
Cruise control156
Adaptive Cruise Control-ACC158
Distance Alert165
Collision Warning with Auto-
brake (option)168
Driver Alert System -option
173
Park assist (option)178
Blind Spot Information System
(option)182
Passenger compartment
convenience186
05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
192
Refueling196
Loading202
Cargo  area208
Towing a  trailer213
Emergency towing216
4 Contents
06 Maintenance and specifications
Volvo maintenance 220
Maintaining your car221
Hood and  engine compartment223
Engine oil224
Fluids226
Replacing bulbs228
Wiper blades and  washer fluid235
Battery237
Fuses240
Wheels and  tires245
Vehicle care265
Label information270
Specifications272
Volvo programs281
07 Index
Index282
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Water  or mud can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in delayed braking effect.
 CAUTION 
 Engine damage will occur if water is drawn into the air cleaner.
 If the vehicle is driven through water deeper than 9 in (25 cm), water may enter the differential  and  the
transmission. This reduces the oil's lubricating capacity and  may shorten  the service life of these components.
 Do not allow the vehicle to stand in water up to the door sills longer than absolutely necessary.  This could result
in electrical malfunctions.
 If the engine has been stopped while the vehicle is in water, do not attempt to restart it. Have the vehicle towed
out of the water.
Engine  and cooling system
Under special conditions, for example when driving in hilly terrain, extreme heat or with heavy loads, there is a  risk
that the engine and  cooling system will overheat.  Proceed as follows to avoid overheating the engine.
 Maintain a  low speed when driving with a  trailer up long, steep hills.
 Do not turn the engine off immediately when stopping  after a  hard drive.
 WARNING 
The cooling fan may start or continue  to operate  (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off.
 Remove any  auxiliary lights from  in front  of the grille when driving in hot weather conditions.
 Do not exceed engine speeds of 4500 rpm if driving with a  trailer in hilly terrain. The oil temperature could become
too high.
Conserving electrical  current
Keep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain:
 When the engine is not running, avoid using ignition mode II . Many electrical systems (the audio system, the
optional navigation system, power windows, etc) will function in ignition modes 0 and  I . These modes reduce drain on
the battery.
 Please keep in mind that using systems, accessories, etc., that consume a  great deal of current when the engine is not
running could result in the battery being completely  drained.
 The optional 12 volt socket in the cargo area provides  electrical current even with the ignition switched off, which
drains  the battery.
194 05 During  your  trip
Driving recommendations
Before a long distance trip
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked by a  trained and  qualified Volvo service technician before
driving long distances. Your retailer will also be  able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and  wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.
As a  minimum, the following items should be  checked before any  long trip:
 Check that engine runs smoothly and  that fuel consumption is normal.
 Check for fuel, oil, and  fluid leakage
 Have the transmission oil level  checked.
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VOLVO V70
218 06 Maintenance and specifications
Volvo maintenance 220
Maintaining your car221
Hood and  engine compartment223
Engine oil224
Fluids226
Replacing bulbs228
Wiper blades and  washer fluid235
Battery237
Fuses240
Wheels and  tires245
Vehicle care265
Label information270
Specifications272
Volvo programs281
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Volvo maintenance
Introduction
Volvo advises  you to follow the maintenance program outlined in the Warranty and  Service Records Information
booklet. This maintenance program contains inspections and  services necessary  for the proper function of your vehicle.
The maintenance services contain  several checks that require special tools  and  training, and  therefore must  be
performed by a  qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time-tested and  proven Genuine
Volvo Parts and  Accessories.
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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  operations in the engine compartment.
The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special  safety precautions must  be  followed to prevent
injury. Always turn the ignition off when:
 Replacing distributor ignition components e.g.  plugs, coil, etc.
 Do not touch any  part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in unintended
movements and  body injury.
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Engine  oil
Checking the engine oil
The oil level  should be  checked every time the vehicle is refueled. This is especially important during the period up to
the first scheduled maintenance service.
 See  page 276 for oil specifications.
 Refer to the Warranty and  Service Records Information booklet for information on the oil change intervals.
Volvo recommends Castrol oil products.
 CAUTION 
 Not checking the oil level  regularly can result in serious engine damage if the oil level  becomes too low.
 Oil that is lower than the specified quality can damage the engine.
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4. Connect the ventilation hose.
5. Connect the red positive cable.
6. Connect the black negative cable.
7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).
8. Reinstall the cold section moulding. (See Removal).
9. Reinstall the front  cover and  secure it with the clips. (See Removal).
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Fuses
Replacing fuses
There are relay/fuse  boxes located in the engine compartment, the passenger  compartment, and  the cargo area.
If an  electrical component  fails to function, this  may be  due  to a  blown fuse. The easiest way to see if a  fuse is blown
is to remove it.
To do so:
1. Pull the fuse straight out. If a  fuse is difficult to remove, special fuse removal tools  are located on the inside of the
fuse box covers.
2. From the side, examine the curved metal wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.
If the wire is broken, insert a  new fuse of the same color and  amperage  (written on the fuse).
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by a  trained and  qualified Volvo service technician.
 WARNING 
Never  use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage  than those stated on the following pages. Doing so could
seriously damage or overload the vehicle's electrical system.
Location of the fuse boxes
 Under the glove compartment
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 Engine compartment
 Cargo  area
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Fuses
Engine  compartment
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Fuses
 Engine compartment, upper
 Engine compartment, front
 Engine compartment, lower These fuses are all located in the engine compartment box. Fuses in  are located
under 
.
 NOTE 
 Fuses 16-33 are 35-41 may be  changed at any  time when necessary.
 Fuses 1-15, 34, and  42-44 are relays/circuit breakers  and  should only be  removed or replaced  by a  trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
 There is a  special fuse removal tool on the underside of the cover.
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243 06 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
Under the glove compartment
Fold aside the interior  trim covering the fuse box.
 Press the cover's lock and  fold it up.
 The fuses are accessible.
Positions
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Fuses
Cargo area
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F
Federal Clean Air Act220
Floor rails205
Fluid specifications279
Fog lights
  
front 76
  front,  changing bulbs232
  front/rear91, 92
Four C (active chassis system) 155
Front airbags19-21
  disconnecting passenger's  side airbag22- 24
Front fog lights76, 91
  changing bulbs232
Front park assist 178-180
Front seats84
  heated131
Fuel filler  cap 200
Fuel filler  door
  
opening automatically 198
  opening manually199
Fuel level  warning light 76
Fuel requirements196-197
Fuel tank volume279
Fuses240-244
G
Gas tank volume279
Gasoline requirements197
Gauges74
Geartronic automatic  transmission113
General warnings7
Generator warning light77
Glossary of tire terminology255
Glove  compartment, locking65
Grocery bag  holder207
Gross vehicle weight256
H
Hazard  warning flashers92
Headlight  washers97
Headlights
  
active bi-xenon® lights 90
  changing bulbs229- 230
  high beam flash90
  high/low beams90
  switch90
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