maintenance VOLVO XC70 2011 Owner´s Manual

07 Maintenance and specifications
Vehicle care
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Minor scratches on the surfaceIf the stone chip has not penetrated down to
the metal and an undamaged layer of paint
remains, the touch-up paint can be applied as
soon as the spot has been cleaned.
Repairing stone chips
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1. Place a strip of masking tape over the dam-
aged 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.
3. 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.4. If there is a longer scratch, you may want
to protect surrounding paint by masking it
off
5. After a few days, polish the touched-up
areas. Use a soft rag and a small amount
of polish.

07 Maintenance and specifications

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08 Specifications
Specifications
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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.

08 Specifications
Volvo programs
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Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance
Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON
CALL roadside assistance. Additional informa-
tion, features, and benefits are described in a
separate information package in your glove
compartment.
If you require assistance, dial:
In the U.S. 1-800-638-6586 (1-800-63-
VOLVO)
In Canada 1-800-263-0475
Technician certification
In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo sup-
ports certification by the National Institute for
Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.). Certi-
fied technicians have demonstrated a high
degree of competence in specific areas.
Besides passing exams, each technician must
also have worked in the field for two or more
years before a certificate is issued. These pro-
fessional technicians are best able to analyze
vehicle problems and perform the necessary
maintenance procedures to keep your Volvo at
peak operating condition.

09 Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 198
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 115
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................159
Active yaw control................................... 157
Adaptive brake lights............................... 114
Adaptive cruise control.................... 162, 164
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 132
Air distribution.......................................... 129
Air distribution table................................. 134
Air vents................................................... 129
All Wheel Drive......................................... 113
Anti-freeze.......................................204, 262Anti-lock brake system............................ 114
warning light......................................... 74
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 115
Approach lighting................................56, 92
Audio system
audio functions................................... 136
CD player/changer.............................. 147
HD digital radio................................... 141
overview.............................................. 135
radio functions.................................... 137
Sirius satellite radio............................143
sound settings.................................... 136
steering wheel keypad........................ 135
USB/iPodŸ connector........................ 139
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 100
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 112
general description.....................111, 112
oil........................................................ 299
shiftlock override................................ 112
Axle weight.............................................. 236
B
Battery
changing............................................. 274
maintenance...............................273, 274
remote key, replacing........................... 59
specifications...................................... 300
warning symbols................................. 273
Black box................................................... 11
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 192, 193, 194
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 149
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 48
Booster cushions....................................... 44
Brake lights.............................................. 114
Brake system
checking fluid level............................. 262
emergency brake assistance.............. 115
fluid..................................................... 299
general information............................. 114
Hill Descent Control............................ 119
warning light......................................... 76
Bulbs
cargo area lighting.............................. 269
headlights...........................264, 265, 266
introduction......................................... 264

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Locks, child safety..................................... 51
Low beams................................................ 88
Low fuel level warning light........................ 75
Low oil pressure warning light................... 76
M
Main instrument panel............................. 126
Maintenance............................................ 256
hoisting the vehicle............................. 257
performed by the owner.....................257
Malfunction indicator light......................... 74
Menu system........................................... 124
overview.............................................. 124
Messages in the instrument panel........... 126
Mirrors
defroster............................................. 100
power door........................................... 99
rearview, auto-dim function................ 100
retractable............................................. 99
vanity.................................................. 198
Moonroof................................................. 102Motor oil
checking............................................. 260
specifications...................................... 298
volumes.............................................. 299
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 217
O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 26, 27
Octane recommendations.......................207
Odometer, trip........................................... 78
Oil
checking............................................. 260
specifications...................................... 298
volumes.............................................. 299
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 304
Overhead courtesy lighting.................. 91, 92
Overheating, engine................................... 77
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 210
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 287
Park assist.......................................185, 187
Park Assist Camera................................. 189
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 116
warning light......................................... 76
Parking lights............................................. 89
changing bulbs................................... 267
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 57
Polishing.................................................. 285
Power front seat
memory function................................... 82
with keyless drive................................. 83
Power mirrors............................................ 99
defroster............................................. 100
Power moonroof...................................... 102
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 263
speed-dependent............................... 159
Power steering fluid................................. 299
Power tailgate.......................................... 211

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Power windows......................................... 97
laminated glass..................................... 98
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 20
Private locking........................................... 61
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING. . 109, 275, 300
R
Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................143
Radio functions........................................ 137
HD digital radio................................... 141
Rails, floor................................................ 213
Rain sensor................................................ 94
READ button............................................ 126
Rear fog light............................................. 90
Rear park assist............................... 185, 187
Rear seat head restraints........................... 84
Rear seats
center head restraint............................. 84
folding................................................... 84
heated................................................. 131Rearview mirror
auto-dim function............................... 100
compass............................................. 101
Rear window defroster............................100
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 47
Refrigerant............................................... 299
Refueling..........................................206, 207
fuel filler cap....................................... 209
fuel filler door...................................... 208
fuel tank volume.................................299
Registering child restraints........................ 47
Remote control
private locking...................................... 61
Remote key................................................ 54
approach lighting.................................. 56
immobilizer........................................... 55
key blade..................................54, 58, 61
key memory.......................................... 55
locking the vehicle................................ 56
Personal Car Communicator..........56, 57
replacing the battery............................. 59
unlocking the vehicle............................ 56
Remote key/PCC
common functions................................ 56
Reporting safety defects............................ 17
Roadside Assistance............................... 304Roof loads............................................... 215
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Safety, occupant........................................ 16
Safety defects, reporting........................... 17
Seat belt
reminder................................................ 19
Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor.................................... 37
buckling................................................ 18
maintenance......................................... 18
pretensioners........................................ 18
reminder................................................ 18
reminder warning light.......................... 76
securing child restraint sys-
tems.......................................... 40, 42, 44
unbuckling............................................ 18
use during pregnancy........................... 20
using.....................................................18
Seats, front.......................................... 81, 82
Side door mirrors....................................... 99
Side impact airbags................................... 30
Side marker lights, changing bulbs......... 267

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Trip odometers.......................................... 78
Trips, long distance................................. 204
Turn signals............................................... 91
changing bulbs................................... 267
indicator lights...................................... 75
Two-stage booster cushion....................... 48
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................238
Unlocking the tailgate................................ 66
Unlocking the vehicle..........................56, 65
Upholstery care....................................... 286
V
Vanity mirror............................................ 198
changing bulbs................................... 269
Vehicle dimensions
XC70................................................... 294
Vehicle Event Data..................................... 11
Vehicle loading................................211, 236
roof loads............................................ 215Vehicle maintenance................................ 256
performed by the owner.....................257
Vehicle weights........................................ 295
Ventilated seats....................................... 130
Volvo and the environment........................ 12
Volvo maintenance.................................. 256
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 304
Volvo programs.......................................304
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 90
Warning lights.......................... 73, 74, 75, 76
Warning symbol......................................... 77
Warning system, collision........................ 174
Warranties................................................ 256
Washer fluid..................................... 272, 299
Washers
headlight............................................... 95
windshield............................................. 94
Water, driving through............................. 203
Waxing..................................................... 285
Weights.................................................... 295Wheels.....................................................226
changing..................................... 247, 248
storing................................................. 227
Whiplash Protection System..................... 33
Windows
power.................................................... 97
Windshield
IR coating............................................. 96
rain sensor............................................ 94
washers................................................ 95
wipers/washers..................................... 94
Windshield washer fluid................... 272, 299
Windshield wipers.................................... 271
Wiper blades
replacing tailgate wiper...................... 272
replacing windshield wipers............... 271