tire VOLVO XC70 2010 Service Manual

06 Maintenance and specifications
Wheels and tires
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NOTE
If a fault occurs in TPMS, the tire pressure
warning light will flash for approximately
1 minute and
TIRE PRESS SYST
SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed.
Each tire, including the spare (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres-
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres-
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute
for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv-er's responsibility to maintain correct tire pres-
sure, even if under-inflation has not reached
the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low
tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly. The
TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale. When the system
detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence will
continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the mal-
function indicator is illuminated, the system
may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires
and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to
function properly.
NOTE
TPMS indicates low tire pressure but does
not replace normal tire maintenance. For
information on correct tire pressure, please
refer to the Tire inflation pressure tables or
consult your Volvo retailer.
Erasing warning messagesWhen a low tire pressure warning message has
been displayed, and the tire pressure warning
light has come on:
1. Use a tire pressure gauge to check the
inflation pressure of all four tires.
2. Re-inflate the tire(s) to the correct pressure
(consult the tire pressure placard or the
tables on pages 247 and 247.
3. In certain cases, it may be necessary to
drive the vehicle for several minutes at a
speed of 20 mph (30 km/h) or faster. This
will erase the warning text and the warning
light will go out.
WARNING
Incorrect inflation pressure could lead to tire
failure, resulting in a loss of control of the
vehicle.
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06 Maintenance and specifications
Wheels and tires
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Changing wheels with TPMSPlease note the following when changing or
replacing the factory installed TPMS wheels/
tires on the vehicle:
•Only the factory-mounted wheels are
equipped with TPMS sensors in the valves.
•If the vehicle is equipped with a temporary
spare tire, this tire does not have a TPMS
sensor.
•If wheels without TPMS sensors are moun-
ted on the vehicle, TIRE PRESS SYST
SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed
each time the vehicle is driven above
25 mph (40 km/h) for 10 minutes or more.
•Once TPMS sensors are properly installed,
the warning message should not reappear.
If the message is still displayed, drive the
vehicle for several minutes at a speed of
20 mph (30 km/h) or faster to erase the
message.
•Volvo recommends that TPMS sensors be
fitted on all wheels used on the vehicle.
Volvo does not recommend moving sen-
sors back and forth between sets of
wheels.
NOTE
•If you change to tires with a different
recommended inflation pressure, the
TPMS system must be recalibrated to
these tires. This must be done by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
•If a tire is changed, or if the TPMS sen-
sor is moved to another wheel, the sen-
sor's seal, nut, and valve core should be
replaced.
•When installing TPMS sensors, the
vehicle must be parked for at least
15 minutes with the ignition off. if the
vehicle is driven within 15 minutes, a
TPMS error message will be displayed.
CAUTION
When inflating tires with TPMS valves, press
the pump's mouthpiece straight onto the
valve to help avoid bending or otherwise
damaging the valve.
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06 Maintenance and specifications
Label information
06
269 List of labels
Model
plate. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Codes for color and upholstery, etc.
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Min-
istry of Transport (CMVSS) standards
(Canada). Your Volvo is designed to meet
all applicable safety standards, as evi-
denced by the certification label on the
driver's side B-pillar (the structural mem-
ber at the side of the vehicle, at the rear of
the driver's door opening). For further infor-
mation regarding these regulations, please
consult your Volvo retailer.
Loads and Tire
Pressures. The appearance of the decal
will vary, depending on the market for
which the vehicle is intended. See also
page 244.
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN). The VIN plate is located on the top
left surface of the dashboard. The Vehicle
Identification Number (VIN) should always
be quoted in all correspondence concern-
ing your vehicle with the retailer and when
ordering parts.
Vehicle Emission Control Information.
Your Volvo is designed to meet all appli-
cable emission standards, as evidenced by
the certification label on the underside of
the hood. For further information regarding
these regulations, please consult your
Volvo retailer.
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E
ECC.........................................126, 127, 128
Economical driving.................................. 192
Electric parking brake.............................. 114
Electronic Climate Control.......126, 127, 128
air distribution table............................ 130
Interior Air Quality System.................. 128
ventilated seats................................... 126
Emergency brake lights............................. 87
Emergency locking retractor...................... 35
Emergency starting.................................. 105
Emergency towing...........................210, 211
Emission inspection readiness................ 215
Engine
overheating........................................... 74
specifications...................................... 274
starting................................................ 103
switching off....................................... 105
Engine compartment overview................217
Engine oil
checking............................................. 218
low pressure warning light.............. 73, 74
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277Environment............................................... 11
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 201
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 214
Floor rails................................................. 202
Fluid specifications.................................. 277
Fog lights
front...................................................... 73
front, changing bulbs.......................... 226
front/rear............................................... 87
Four C (active chassis system)................156
Front airbags.............................................. 20
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 24, 25
Front fog lights..................................... 73, 87
changing bulbs................................... 226
Front park assist.............................. 180, 182
Front seats...........................................79, 80
heated................................................. 126
Fuel filler cap........................................... 198
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 198
Fuel level warning light.............................. 73Fuel requirements............................ 196, 197
Fuel tank volume.....................................277
Fuses............................... 234, 235, 238, 240G
Gasoline requirements............................. 197
Gas tank volume...................................... 277
Gauges...................................................... 71
Geartronic................................................ 108
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 108
Generator warning light............................. 74
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 249
Grocery bag holder.................................. 203
Gross vehicle weight...............................249
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 88
HD digital radio........................................ 136
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 86
changing bulbs...........................223, 224
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R
Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................139
Radio functions........................................ 133
HD digital radio................................... 136
Rails, floor................................................ 202
Rain sensor................................................ 91
READ button............................................ 122
Rear fog light............................................. 87
Rear park assist............................... 180, 182
Rear seat head restraints........................... 83
Rear seats
center head restraint............................. 82
folding................................................... 81
heated................................................. 127
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function................................. 97
compass............................................. 153
Rear window defroster.............................. 97
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 45
Refrigerant............................................... 277
Refueling..........................................196, 197
fuel filler cap....................................... 198fuel filler door...................................... 198
fuel tank volume.................................277
Registering child restraints........................ 45
Remote control
private locking...................................... 59
Remote key................................................ 52
approach lighting.................................. 54
immobilizer.....................................52, 53
key blade..................................52, 57, 59
key memory.......................................... 52
locking the vehicle................................ 54
Personal Car Communicator..........54, 55
replacing the battery............................. 57
unlocking the vehicle............................ 54
Remote key/PCC
common functions................................ 54
Reporting safety defects............................ 15
Roadside Assistance............................... 279
Roof loads............................................... 204
S
Safety, occupant........................................ 14
Safety defects, reporting........................... 15Seat belt
reminder................................................ 17
Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor.................................... 35
buckling................................................ 16
maintenance......................................... 16
pretensioners........................................ 16
reminder................................................ 16
reminder warning light.......................... 74
securing child restraint sys-
tems.......................................... 38, 40, 42
unbuckling............................................ 16
use during pregnancy........................... 18
using.....................................................16
Seats, front................................................ 79
Side door mirrors....................................... 96
Side impact airbags................................... 28
Side marker lights, changing bulbs......... 225
Sirius satellite radio.................................. 139
Snow chains............................................ 251
Snow tires................................................ 251
Sound settings, audio system................. 132
Spare tire................................................. 252
Speed-dependent steering...................... 156
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Spin control............................................. 154
SRS............................................................ 19
Stability system....................................... 154
indicator light........................................ 73
Starting the engine..................................103
with keyless drive...............................103
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode)....................33
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..................52, 53
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 205
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 84
horn....................................................... 84
keypad.................................. 84, 120, 131
Stone chips, touching up......................... 266
Storage spaces........................................ 187
Studded tires........................................... 251
Sunroof (moonroof).................................... 98
Supplemental restraint system.................. 19
warning light......................................... 74T
Tailgate
driving with it open.............................192
power operated.................................. 200
wiper/washer........................................ 92
Tailgate wipers......................................... 230
Taillights, changing bulbs........................ 226
Temporary spare tire............................... 252
Three-way catalytic converter................. 199
Tire designations.....................................248
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....260, 261
indicator light........................................ 73
Tires.........................................................242
age...................................................... 242
changing from summer to winter........ 243
glossary of terms................................ 249
improving economy............................ 242
inflation pressure........................244, 245
inflation pressure tables..................... 247
rotation............................................... 243
snow...................................................251
spare................................................... 252
specifications...................................... 246
storing................................................. 243
studded............................................... 251tire pressure monitoring system......... 260
tread wear indicator............................ 244
uniform tire quality grading................. 251
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 44
Touching up paint.................................... 266
Towing a trailer................................208, 209
trailer hitch.......................................... 209
Towing the vehicle........................... 210, 211
Traction control........................................ 154
Trailer towing...................................208, 209
trailer hitch.......................................... 209
Transmission
general description.....................107, 108
oil........................................................ 277
shiftlock override................................ 108
Tread wear indicator................................ 244
Trip computer.......................................... 151
Trip odometers.......................................... 76
Trips, long distance................................. 194
Turn signals............................................... 88
changing bulbs................................... 225
indicator lights...................................... 73
Two-stage booster cushion....................... 46
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U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................251
Unlocking the vehicle................................ 54
Upholstery care....................................... 265
V
Vanity mirror............................................ 189
changing bulbs................................... 228
Vehicle dimensions
V70...................................................... 270
XC70................................................... 272
Vehicle Event Data............................... 9, 214
Vehicle loading................................200, 249
roof loads............................................ 204
Vehicle maintenance................................ 214
performed by the owner.....................215
Vehicle weights........................................ 273
Ventilated seats....................................... 126
Volvo and the environment........................ 11
Volvo Inflatable Curtain.............................. 30
Volvo maintenance.................................. 214
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 279Volvo programs.......................................279
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 88
Warning lights.......................... 71, 72, 73, 74
Warning symbol......................................... 75
Warning system, collision........................ 159
Warranties................................................ 214
Washer fluid..................................... 230, 277
Washers
headlight............................................... 92
windshield............................................. 91
Water, driving through............................. 193
Waxing..................................................... 264
Weights.................................................... 273
Wheels.....................................................242
changing............................................. 253
storing................................................. 243
Whiplash Protection System..................... 31
Windows
power.................................................... 94Windshield
IR coating............................................. 93
rain sensor............................................ 91
washers................................................ 92
wipers/washers..................................... 91
Windshield washer fluid................... 230, 277
Windshield wipers.................................... 229
Wiper blades
replacing tailgate wiper...................... 230
replacing windshield wipers............... 229
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