tow VOLVO XC60 2011 Owner´s Manual

08 Maintenance and specifications
Wiper blades and washer fluid
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CleaningKeeping the windshield and wiper blades clean
helps improve visibility and prolongs the serv-
ice life of the wiper blades. Clean the wiper
blades with a stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm
soap solution or car washing detergent.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
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1. Fold the wiper arm outward.
2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at
the arrow).
3. Pull out the blade to release it from the
wiper arm.
4. Press the new wiper blade into place and
check that it seats securely.
5. Fold the wiper arm back toward the tailgate
window.
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 343.

08 Maintenance and specifications
Vehicle care
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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.
Leather careVolvo's leather upholstery is manufactured
with a protectant to repel soiling. Over time,sunlight, grease and dirt can break down the
protection. Staining, cracking, scuffing, and
fading can result.
Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greasy
leather care kit formulated to clean and beau-
tify your vehicle's leather, and to renew the
protective qualities of its finish. The cleaner
removes dirt and oil buildup. The light cream
protectant restores a barrier against soil and
sunlight.
Volvo also offers a special leather softener that
should be applied after the cleaner and pro-
tectant. It leaves leather soft and smooth, and
reduces friction between leather and other fin-
ishes in the vehicle.
Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and
conditioning your vehicle's leather two to four
times a year. Ask your Volvo retailer about
Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather Soft-
ener 943 7429.
Cleaning leather upholstery1. Pour leather cleaner on a damp sponge
and squeeze it until the cleaner foams.
2. Apply the foam to the stain by moving the
sponge with circular movements.
3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with the
sponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain,
do not rub.4. Dry the stain with soft paper towels or a
towel, and allow the leather to dry com-
pletely.
Protecting leather upholstery1. Put a small amount of protectant cream on
a cloth and apply a thin coating of cream
to the upholstery with light circular move-
ments.
2. Allow the leather to dry for 20 minutes.
This will help the leather resist staining and
protect against sunlight's harmful UV rays.

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Vehicle care
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CAUTION
•Under no circumstances should gaso-
line, naphtha or similar cleaning agents
be used on the plastic or the leather
since these can cause damage.
•Take extra care when removing stains
such as ink or lipstick since the coloring
can spread.
•Use solvents sparingly. Too much sol-
vent can damage the seat padding.
•Start from the outside of the stain and
work toward the center.
•Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a
pocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothing
may damage the textile upholstery.
•Clothing that is not colorfast, such as
new jeans or suede garments, may stain
the upholstery.
Cleaning the seat beltsClean only with lukewarm water and a mild
soap solution.
Cleaning floor matsThe floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed
clean regularly, especially during winter when
they should be taken out for drying. Spots on
textile mats can be removed with a mild deter-gent. For best protection in winter, Volvo rec-
ommends the use of Volvo rubber floor mats.
Consult your Volvo retailer.
Spots on interior plastic, metal, or wood
surfaces
Cleaning interior plastic components should
be done with a cleaning agent specially
designed for this purpose. Consult your Volvo
retailer.
Touching up paintwork
Paint code on the model plate1
Paint damage requires immediate attention to
avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish
regularly, for instance washing the vehicle.
Touch-up if necessary.Paint repairs require special equipment and
skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any exten-
sive damage.
Minor scratches can be repaired by using
Volvo touch-up paint.
Color codeMake sure you have the right color. The color
code number is stated on the model plate.
Minor stone chips and scratchesMaterial:
•Primer – can
•Paint – touch-up pen
•Brush
•Masking tape
If the stone chip has not gone down to the bare
metal and an undamaged color coat remains,
you can add paint immediately after removing
dirt.
NOTE
When touching up the vehicle, it should be
clean and dry. The surface temperature
should be above 60 °F (15 °C).
1see page 336 for the location of the model plate.

09 Specifications
Specifications 09
342
Engine oil
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC
specification GF-4, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1.
Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel
economy, engine performance, or engine pro-
tection.
Volvo recommends Castrol.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or
synthetic oils may provide superior fuel econ-
omy and engine protection. Consult your Volvo
retailer for recommendations on premium or
synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance services.
This oil is only used at customer request, at
additional charge. Please consult your Volvo
retailer.
Oil viscosityIncorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life
under normal use. SAE 5W-30 will providegood fuel economy and engine protection. See
the viscosity chart.
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Viscosity chart
Extreme engine operationSynthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40
and complying with oil quality requirements are
recommended for driving in areas of sustained
temperature extremes (hot or cold), when tow-
ing a trailer over long distances, and for pro-
longed driving in mountainous areas.
American Petroleum Institute (API)
symbol
G022917
The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into
three parts:
•The upper section describes the oil's per-
formance level.
•The center identifies the oil's viscosity.
•The lower section indicates whether the oil
has demonstrated energy-conserving
properties in a standard test in comparison
to a reference oil.

10 Index
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Driver distraction warning.......................... 13
Driving economically................................ 246
Driving in cold weather............................ 248
Driving through water..............................247
E
ECC.................................................139, 140
Economical driving.................................. 246
Electric parking brake.............................. 118
Electronic Climate Control.......137, 139, 140
air distribution table............................ 141
Interior Air Quality System.................. 140
Emergency locking retractor...................... 38
Emergency starting.................................. 110
Emergency towing...........................265, 266
Emission inspection readiness................ 301
Engine
overheating........................................... 79
specifications...................................... 340
starting................................................ 109
switching off....................................... 110
Engine compartment overview................303
Engine Drag Control (EDC)......................144Engine oil
checking............................................. 304
low pressure warning light.............. 77, 78
specifications...................................... 342
volumes.............................................. 343
Environment............................................... 12
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 257
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 300
Fluid specifications.................................. 343
Fog lights
front/rear............................................... 91
rear...................................................... 312
Four C (active chassis system)................146
Front airbags.............................................. 22
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 26, 27
Front park assist.............................. 181, 183
Front seats...........................................82, 84
Fuel filler cap........................................... 253
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 252
Fuel level warning light.............................. 77Fuel requirements............................ 250, 251
Fuel tank volume.....................................343
Fuses............................... 320, 321, 324, 327
G
Gasoline requirements............................. 251
Gas tank volume...................................... 343
Gauges...................................................... 75
Geartronic................................................ 113
Geartronic automatic transmission.. 112, 113
Generator warning light............................. 78
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 279
Grocery bag holder.................................. 257
Gross vehicle weight...............................280
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 91
HD digital radio........................................ 212
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 90
changing bulbs...........................309, 310

10 Index
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Snow tires................................................ 283
Spare tire................................................. 284
Speed-dependent steering...................... 146
Spin control............................................. 144
SRS............................................................ 21
Stability system....................................... 144
Engine Drag Control (EDC).................144
indicator light........................................ 77
Starting the engine..................................109
with keyless drive...............................109
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode)....................36
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)........................ 57
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 259
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 88
horn....................................................... 88
keypad.................................. 88, 128, 205
Stone chips, touching up......................... 331
Storage spaces........................................ 193
Studded tires........................................... 283
Sunroof
laminated panoramic roof................... 103Supplemental restraint system.................. 21
warning light......................................... 78
Symbols, overview................................... 345
T
Tailgate
driving with it open.............................246
locking/unlocking.................................. 67
power operated.................................. 255
wiper/washer........................................ 96
Tailgate wipers......................................... 316
Taillights, changing bulbs........................ 312
Temporary spare tire............................... 284
Three-way catalytic converter................. 253
Tire designations.....................................277
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....294, 295
indicator light........................................ 77
Tires.........................................................270
age...................................................... 270
changing from summer to winter........ 271
glossary of terms................................ 279
improving economy............................ 270
inflation pressure................................ 273
inflation pressure tables.............275, 276load ratings......................................... 274
rotation............................................... 271
snow...................................................283
spare................................................... 284
specifications...................................... 274
speed ratings...................................... 274
storing................................................. 271
studded............................................... 283
tire pressure monitoring system......... 294
tread wear indicator............................ 272
uniform tire quality grading................. 282
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 47
Touching up paint.................................... 331
Towing a trailer................................262, 263
trailer hitch.......................................... 263
Towing the vehicle........................... 265, 266
Traction control........................................ 144
Trailer towing...................................262, 263
trailer hitch.......................................... 263
Transmission
general description.....................112, 113
oil........................................................ 343
shiftlock override................................ 113
Tread wear indicator................................ 272
Trip computer.......................................... 142