engine VOLVO XC60 2009 Owner´s Manual

05 During your trip
Towing a trailer05
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in the trailer, there is risk of swaying at speeds
between approximately 45-55 mph
(70-90 km/h).
NOTE
\b
The TSA system intervenes at speeds
above approximately 40 mph
(60 km/h).
\b The DSTC symbol ( ) in the instru-
ment panel will flash when TSA is work-
ing.
\b If the driver switches off the

DSTC sys-
tem\fs Spin Control function (see
page 155), TSA will also be switched off.
\b TSA may not intervene when the vehicle
and trailer begin to sway if the driver
tries to compensate for the swaying
motion by moving the steering wheel
rapidly. Swaying may be caused by one of the following
factors:
\b
The vehicle and trailer are hit by a sudden,
strong crosswind
\b The vehicle and trailer are traveling on an
uneven road surface or drive over a bump
\b Sudden movements of the steering wheel
How TSA worksOnce swaying has begun, it can be very diffi-
cult to stop, which makes it difficult to control
the vehicle and trailer.
The TSA system continuously monitors the
vehicle\fs movements, particularly lateral
movement. If the system detects a tendency to
sway, the brakes are applied individually on the
front wheels, which has a stabilizing effect on
the vehicle and trailer. This is often enough to
enable the driver to regain control of the vehi-
cle.
If this is not adequate to stop the swaying
motion, the brakes are applied to all of the
wheels on the vehicle and on the trailer if it is
equipped with brakes, and engine power is
temporarily reduced. As the swaying motion
begins to decrease and the vehicle-trailer have
once again become stable, TSA will no stop
regulating the brakes/engine power and the
driver regains control of the vehicle.

05 During your trip
Emergency towing05
221
NOTEDuring towing, ignition mode
II should be
used so that the lighting can be switched on.
CAUTION Vehicles with AWD (All Wheel Drive) with the
front wheels off the ground should not be
towed at speeds above 50 mph (70 km/h) or
for distances longer than 30 miles (50 km).
CAUTION
\b
Please check with state and local
authorities before attempting this type
of towing, as vehicles being towed are
subject to regulations regarding maxi-
mum towing speed, length and type of
towing device, lighting, etc.
\b If the vehicle\fs battery is dead, do not
attempt to start the vehicle by pushing
or pulling it as this will damage the
three-way catalytic converter(s). The
engine must be jump started using an
auxiliary battery (see page 107).
\b If the vehicle is being towed on a flat bed
truck, the towing eyelets must not be
used to pull the vehicle up onto the flat
bed or to secure the vehicle on the flat
bed. Consult the tow truck operator.
Towing vehicles with front wheel drive/
All Wheel Drive
Volvo recommends the use of flat bed equip-
ment.
\b
If wheel lift equipment must be used,
please use extreme caution to help avoid
damage to the vehicle.
In this case, the
vehicle should be towed with the rear
wheels on the ground if at all possible.
\b If it is absolutely necessary to tow the vehi-
cle with the front wheels on the ground,
please refer to the towing information on
page 220.
CAUTION \b
Sling-type equipment applied at the
front will damage radiator and air con-
ditioning lines.
\b It is equally important not to use sling-
type equipment at the rear or apply lift-
ing equipment inside the rear wheels;
serious damage to the rear axle may
result.
\b If the vehicle is being towed on a flat bed
truck, the towing eyelets must not be
used to secure the vehicle on the flat
bed. Consult the tow truck operator.

222 Volvo maintenance
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Maintaining your car ........................................................................\
...... 225
Hood and engine compartment ............................................................ 227
Engine oil........................................................................\
....................... 228
Fluids........................................................................\
............................. 230
Replacing bulbs ........................................................................\
............ 232
Wiper blades and washer fluid .............................................................. 240
Battery........................................................................\
........................... 242
Fuses........................................................................\
............................. 245
Wheels and tires........................................................\
............................ 253
Vehicle care ........................................................................\
................... 274
Label information ........................................................................\
.......... 279
Specifications..........................................................\
.............................. 281
Volvo programs ........................................................................\
............. 287
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06 Maintenance and specifications
Maintaining your car06
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Owner maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-
vals are described in your vehicle\fs Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
The following points can be carried out
between the normally scheduled maintenance
services.
Each time the car is refueled:
\b
Check the engine oil level.
\b Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and tail lights.
Monthly:
\bCheck cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.
\b Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.
\b Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.
\b Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.
\b Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose ter-
minal connector, or a battery near the end
of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo
retailer for additional information.
As needed:Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to
reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup
of dirt, and corrosion that can be caused by salt
residues.
Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents at
the base of the windshield, and from other pla-
ces where they may collect.
NOTE Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase
or subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.
Hoisting the vehicle
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the
two jack attachments points should be used.They are specially reinforced to bear the weight
of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed
under the front of the engine support frame.
Take care not to damage the splash guard
under the engine. Ensure that the jack is posi-
tioned so that the vehicle cannot slide off it.
Always use axle stands or similar structures.
If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the
front and rear lift arm pads should be centered
under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard
edge of the sill rail (see illustration).
Emission inspection readiness
What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?
OBD II is part of your vehicle\fs computerized
engine management system. It stores diagnos-
tic information about your vehicle\fs emission
controls. It can light the Check Engine light
(MIL) if it detects an emission control "fault." A
"fault" is a component or system that is not
performing within an expected range. A fault
may be permanent or temporary. OBD II will
store a message about any fault.
How do states use OBD II for emission
inspections?
Many states connect a computer directly to a
vehicle\fs OBD II system. The inspector can
then read "faults." In some states, this type of

06 Maintenance and specificationsMaintaining your car 06
226 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.
\b
If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit, your
vehicle may fail inspection.
\b If your vehicle\fs 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.
\b 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?
\bIf 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.
\b 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.
\b Maintain your vehicle in accordance with
your vehicle\fs maintenance schedule.

06 Maintenance and specifications
Hood and engine compartment06
227
Opening and closing the hood
Pull the lever located under the left side of
the dash to release the hood lock. A sym-
bol will illuminate when the hood has been
released.
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:
\b
Replacing distributor ignition compo-
nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
\b 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. G031910 G031911

06 Maintenance and specificationsEngine oil 06
228 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.
\b
See page 283 for oil specifications.
\b Refer to the Warranty and Service Records
Information booklet for information on the
oil change intervals.
Volvo recommends Castrol oil products.
CAUTION \b
Not checking the oil level regularly can
result in serious engine damage if the oil
level becomes too low.
\b Oil that is lower than the specified qual-
ity can damage the engine.
\b Volvo does not recommend the use of
oil additives.
\b Always add oil of the same type and
viscosity as already used.
\b Never fill oil above the
MAX mark. This
could cause an increase in oil consump-
tion.
Checking and adding oil Location of the filler cap and dipstick
NOTE
Before checking the oil:
\b
The car should be parked on a level sur-
face when the oil is checked.
\b If the engine is warm, wait for at least
10 – 15 minutes after the engine has
been switched off before checking the
oil. The oil level must be between the MIN and MAX
marks on the dipstickChecking the oil1.
Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-
free rag.
2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check
the oil level. The level must be between the
MIN and MAX marks.
3. Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to the MIN mark, add approximately
0.5 US quarts (0.5 liters) of oil.
4. Recheck the level and add more oil if nec-
essary until the level is near the MAX mark. G031914 G02173
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Engine oil06
229
WARNINGDo not allow oil to spill onto or come into
contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance inter-
vals except at owner request and at addi-
tional charge. Please consult your Volvo
retailer.

06 Maintenance and specificationsFluids 06
230 Coolant
Location of the coolant reservoir
Normally, the coolant does not need to be
changed. If the system must be drained, con-
sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
See page 285 for information on cooling sys-
tem capacity.
CAUTION \b
If necessary, top up the cooling system
with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze
only (a 50/50 mix of water and anti-
freeze).
\b Different types of antifreeze/coolant
may not be mixed.
\b If the cooling system is drained, it
should be flushed with clean water or
premixed anti-freeze before it is refilled
with the correct mixture of water/anti-
freeze.
\b The cooling system must always be
kept filled to the correct level, and the
level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there
can be high local temperatures in the
engine which could result in damage.
Check coolant regularly!
\b Do not top up with water only. This
reduces the rust-protective and anti-
freeze qualities of the coolant and has a
lower boiling point. It can also cause
damage to the cooling system if it
should freeze.
\b Do not use chlorinated tap water in the
vehicles cooling system.WARNING \b
Never remove the radiator cap while the
engine is warm. Wait until the vehicle
cools.
\b If it is necessary to top off the coolant
when the engine is warm, unscrew the
expansion tank cap slowly so that the
overpressure dissipates. Brake fluid
Location of the brake fluid reservoir
Checking the levelThe fluid reservoir is concealed under the
round cover at the rear of the engine compart-
ment. The round cover must be removed first
before the reservoir cap can be accessed. G031918

06 Maintenance and specificationsReplacing bulbs 06
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
All bulb specifications are listed on page 238.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by
a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:
\b
Dome lighting
\b Reading lights
\b Glove compartment lighting
\b Turn signals in the door mirrors
\b Approach lighting in the door mirror
\b Parking lights
\b Rear side parking lights
\b Active Dual Xenon 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 \b
Active Dual Xenon headlights* – due to
the high voltage used by these head-
lights, these bulbs should only be
replaced by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.
\b Turn off the lights and remove the
remote key from the ignition before
changing any bulbs. Headlight housing
WARNING
\b
The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.
\b When changing in the headlight hous-
ing, if the engine has been running just
prior to replacing bulbs, please be
aware that components in the engine
compartment will be hot. The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing all front bulbs (except for the
fog lights). G031935 G031936