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License plate lights
l     Switch off the ignition. 
l     Loosen the screws with a Torx screwdriver. 
l     Carefully pull out the lamp housing. 
l     Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out. 
l     Pull out the defective bulb and insert a new one. 
l     Reinsert the bulb holder into the housing and turn it clockwise. 
l     Reinstall the housing and screw it in place.  
Vanity mirror lights
l     Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens. 
l     Pry out the defective bulb and replace it. 
l     Carefully press the lower edge of lens onto the four tabs and press the \
upper edge of the lens into 
place.  
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Front courtesy lights
These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. We recommend t\
hat you let an authorized 
Volvo retailer replace these bulbs if necessary.  
 
pg. 127 Replacing bulbs 
 
Rear reading lights
These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. We recommend t\
hat you let an authorized 
Volvo retailer replace these bulbs if necessary.
NOTE: Other bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. Let an author\
ized Volvo retailer 
replace these bulbs if necessary.  
 
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Deep scratches
1. Place a strip of masking tape over the damaged surface. Pull the tape\
 off so that any loose flakes of 
paint adhere to it.
2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a small brush. 
When the primer surface is dry, the paint can be applied using a brush. \
Mix the paint thoroughly; apply 
several thin paint coats and let dry after each application.
3. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding pai\
nt by masking it off.  
 
pg. 129 Washing the car 
Washing the car
l     The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects \
and tar spots adhere to the paint 
and may cause damage. It is particularly important to wash the car frequ\
ently in the wintertime to 
prevent corrosion, when salt has been used on the roads. 
l     When washing the car, do not expose it to direct sunlight. Use lukewarm \
water to soften the dirt 
before you wash with a sponge and plenty of water, to avoid scratching. \
l     Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may be\
 
permanently damaged. 
l     A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil. 
l     A water-soluble grease solvent may be used in cases of sticky dirt. Howe\
ver, use a wash place 
equipped with a drainage separator. 
l     Remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and rocker panels. 
l     Dry the car with a clean chamois. 
l     Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car has \
been washed. 
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(because the paint will not have hardened sufficiently). 
l     An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is\
 worth remembering that it 
may not be as thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge \
and water. Keeping the 
underbody clean is most important, especially in the winter. Some automa\
tic washers do not have 
facilities for washing the underbody. 
l     Before driving into an automatic wash, make sure that side view mirrors,\
 auxiliary lamps, etc, are 
secure, otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them. 
Polishing and waxing
l     Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery\
. However, waxing may be 
beneficial. 
l     Before applying polish or wax the car must be washed and dried. Tar spot\
s can be removed with 
kerosene or tar remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing comp\
ound. 
l     After polishing, use liquid or paste wax. 
l     Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax. 
l     Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing of a dull surface. 
l     A wide range of polymer-based car waxes can be purchased today. These wa\
xes are easy to use and 
produce a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork aga\
inst oxidation, road dirt and 
fading. 
l     Do not polish or wax your car in direct sunlight (the surface of the ca\
r should not be warmer than 
113° F (45° C). 
Cleaning the upholstery
l     The fabric can be cleaned with soapy water or a detergent. For more difficult spot\
s caused by oil, ice 
cream, shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric stain remover. 
l     The plastic in the upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap soluti\
on. 
l     Leather upholstery/suede-like upholstery (alcanteraTM) can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild 
soap solution. For more difficult spots, Volvo offers a leather care kit\
. 
l     Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agen\
ts be used on the 
plastic or the leather since these can cause damage. 
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and mild soap solution. 
Cleaning floor mats
The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially\
 during winter, when they 
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Fuel filter
The fuel filter should be replaced at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at\
 120,000 miles (193,000 km) for 
the 2.5T engine on AWD models. The filter is replaced as a complete unit\
. Replace more frequently if 
contaminated fuel is introduced into the tank, or if there is reason to \
suspect that this has occurred. 
Fuel system, including filler cap, tank and lines and 
connections
The ability of the fuel system to contain hydrocarbons depends upon a le\
ak-free system. Inspect fuel 
lines every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Check for proper sealing of the \
fuel filler cap which contains "O" 
ring seals. 
NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running\
 when the car is refueled, the 
Check Engine light (Malfunction indicator) may indicate a fault. Howev\
er, your vehicle's performance 
will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler ca\
ps. 
Timing belt
For proper functioning of the engine and its emission control systems, t\
he timing belt and belt tensioner 
must be replaced every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at 120,000 miles \
(193,000 km) for the 2.5T 
engine on AWD models. Engine damage will occur if the belt fails. 
PCV system
(on turbocharged models)  
The nipple in the intake manifold and the filter at the end of the PCV h\
ose in the air cleaner should be 
inspected and cleaned at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at 120,000 mile\
s (193,000 km) for the 2.5T 
engine on AWD models, and again at 150,000 miles (240,000 km). 
Spark plugs
The spark plugs should be replaced every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) unde\
r normal driving conditions. 
City driving or fast highway driving may necessitate replacement sooner.\
Under normal driving conditions, spark plugs require no maintenance betw\
een replacement intervals. 
When installing new plugs, be sure to use the right type and to tighten \
them correctly. When changing 
the plugs, clean the terminals and rubber seals. Also check that the sup\
pressor connectors are in good 
condition. Cracked or damaged connectors should be replaced.  
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If a two-post hoist is used to lift the car, the front and rear lift arm\
 pads should be centered under the 
reinforced lift plates on the inboard edge of the sill rail (see illust\
ration above).  
 
pg. 136 Opening the hood, Engine compartment 
 
Opening the hood
l     Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the ho\
od lock. 
l     Lift the hood slightly. 
l     Press up the release control located under the front edge of the hood (\
at the center) and lift. 
WARNING! 
Check that the hood locks properly when 
closed. 
 
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Park the car on a level surface and wait for at least 5 minutes after th\
e engine has been switched off. Be 
sure the oil level is maintained between the upper and lower marks on th\
e dipstick. Low oil level can 
damage the engine. Overfilling can result in high oil consumption and da\
mage the emissions system. 
The distance between the dipstick marks represents approx. 1.6 US qt (1\
.5 liter). The oil should 
preferably be checked when cold, before the engine has been started.
NOTE: The engine must be stopped when checking the oil. Do not fill to the max\
 when the engine is 
hot  
WARNING! 
Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into contact with hot exhaust pip\
e 
surfaces. 
Adding oil
l     Add oil of the same kind as already used. 
l     Capacity (including oil filter): 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters) 
l     Capacity (including oil filter and oil cooler): 7.1 US qts. (6.7 lite\
rs) 
l     The oil filter should be replaced at every oil change. 
R-models
R-models are equipped with an oil level warning system. If the engine oi\
l level becomes too low, the 
warning light in the instrument panel will come on and a warning will be\
 displayed in the text window. 
If the yellow warning light in the instrument panel comes on and the tex\
t OIL LEVEL LOW/FILL 
OIL is displayed, stop safely as soon as possible and add 1 qt (1 liter) o\
f oil. Check the oil level with the 
dipstick before restarting the engine. 
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If the red warning light in the instrument panel comes on and the text OIL LEVEL LOW/STOP 
SAFELY-->STOP ENGINE-->SEE MANUAL is displayed, stop safely as soon as possible and add 
oil (not more than 1.6 qts (1.5 liters). Check the oil level with the\
 dipstick before restarting the engine. If 
no oil level is visible on the dipstick, do not start the engine. Have t\
he car towed to an authorized Volvo 
workshop.  
 
pg. 139 Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs 
 
Power steering fluid
The fluid level should always be between the MIN and MAX marks.
Fluid type: ATF 
Replace: No fluid change required 
NOTE: If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the car ha\
s no electrical current and 
must be towed, it is still possible to steer the car. However, keep in m\
ind that greater effort will be 
required to turn the steering wheel. 
Brake fluid
The brake fluid should always be above the MIN mark on the side of the r\
eservoir. Check, without 
removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433 
Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid shou\
ld be replaced once a year or 
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard condi\
tions (mountain driving, etc.)
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Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retailer.  
 
pg. 140 Battery maintenance 
 
Battery maintenance
The battery in your car is located under the floor of the cargo area.
Driving habits and conditions, climate, the number of starts, etc. all a\
ffect the service life and function of 
the battery. In order for your battery to perform satisfactorily, keep t\
he following in mind: 
l     Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery every 24 months or eve\
ry 15,000* miles (24,000 km), 
whichever is sooner. The fluid should be at the level shown in the illus\
tration above (A**). 
Use a screwdriver to open the caps and a flashlight to inspect the level\
. 
l     If necessary, add distilled water. The level should never be above the indicator (A). 
l     The fluid level should be checked if the battery has been recharged. 
l     After inspection, be sure the cap over each battery cell is securely in \
place. 
l     Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tight\
ened. 
l     Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running, for example whe\
n changing the battery. 
l     The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle when a battery charg\
er is used directly on the 
battery. However, if the battery is being charged via the connecting poi\
nts in the engine compartment 
(see 
page 104), the battery must be connected. 
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! 
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead \
compounds, chemicals known 
to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash h\
ands after handling. 
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Replacing the battery
l     Switch off the ignition. 
l     Unscrew the cover over the battery. Wait at least 10 minutes after switching off the ignition before 
disconnecting the battery so that all information in the car's electrica\
l system can be stored in the control 
modules. 
l     Disconnect the negative (ground) cable first. 
l     Disconnect the positive cable and pull the ventilation hose* from the ba\
ttery. 
l     Lift out the old battery and put a new battery into place. 
l     Connect the positive cable first. 
l     Connect the negative (ground) cable. 
l     Be sure that the ventilation hose* is securely connected to the battery \
and that the other end of the 
hose is properly routed through the ventilation opening in the floor of \
the battery compartment. 
l     Reinstall the cover and screw it securely in place. 
WARNING! 
l     Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark. 
l     Do not smoke near the battery. 
l     Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to cont\
act eyes, skin, fabrics or 
painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately\
 with water. Obtain medical 
help immediately if eyes are affected. 
NOTE: After the battery has been disconnected or replaced, lock and unlock th\
e car with the central 
locking system's remote control to reactivate such features as the power\
 windows, moonroof, courtesy 
lighting, etc.  WARNING! 
* Ventilation hose: The battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammab\
le and explosive. The 
battery is fitted with a ventilation hose which vents hydrogen gas out o\
f the battery 
compartment through a ventilation opening in the bottom of this compartm\
ent. If the battery 
must be replaced, it is essential that the ventilation hose is properly \
connected to the battery 
and that it is routed through the ventilation opening provided (see ill\
ustration). 
Be sure the ventilation hose is free of debris. 
Only use replacement batteries equipped with a ventilation hose. Consult\
 your Volvo retailer. 
 
 
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