climate control VOLVO XC70 2012 Owner´s Manual

Contents
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.5
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03 Your driving environment
Instruments and controls.......................... 74
Ignition modes.......................................... 82
Seats......................................................... 84
Steering wheel.......................................... 90
Lighting..................................................... 92
Wipers and washers................................. 98
Power windows....................................... 101
Mirrors..................................................... 103
Compass*............................................... 105
Power moonroof* ................................... 106
HomeLink
® Wireless Control System*.... 108
Starting the engine.................................. 111
Transmission...........................................115
Brakes..................................................... 118
Parking brake.......................................... 121
Hill Descent Control (HDC)*....................124
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Volvo Sensus.......................................... 128
Menus and messages............................. 129
The MY CAR menus...............................131
Climate system....................................... 137
Trip computer......................................... 146
Stability system....................................... 148
Active chassis system–Four C*............... 150
Cruise control.......................................... 151
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*.............. 153
Distance Alert* ....................................... 163
City Safety™ .......................................... 166
Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and
Pedestrian Detection*............................. 171
Driver Alert System* ............................... 179
Park assist*............................................. 185
Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* ............ 189
Blind Spot Information System*.............. 193
Passenger compartment convenience. . . 197
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05 Infotainment
Introduction............................................. 204
Getting started ....................................... 206
General infotainment functions .............. 211
Radio....................................................... 214
Media player........................................... 223
AUX/USB sockets................................... 227
Bluetooth
Ÿ media ................................... 230
Bluetooth® hands-free connection ........ 233
Cell phone voice control......................... 241
Rear Seat Entertainment (RSE)* .............245
Remote control*...................................... 254
Infotainment system menus ................... 256

126* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Volvo Sensus........................................................................................ 128
Menus and messages........................................................................... 129
The MY CAR menus.............................................................................. 131
Climate system..................................................................................... 137
Trip computer........................................................................................ 146
Stability system..................................................................................... 148
Active chassis system–Four C*............................................................. 150
Cruise control........................................................................................ 151
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*............................................................ 153
Distance Alert* ..................................................................................... 163
City Safety™ ........................................................................................ 166
Collision warning with Full Auto-brake and Pedestrian Detection*...... 171
Driver Alert System* ............................................................................. 179
Park assist*........................................................................................... 185
Rear Park Assist Camera (PAC)* .......................................................... 189
Blind Spot Information System*............................................................ 193
Passenger compartment convenience................................................. 197

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Volvo Sensus
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128* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
Center console control panel
Volvo Navigation System (VNS)* – NAV:
see the separate VNS manual for operating
instructions.
Infotainment (RADIO, MEDIA, TEL*): see
the infotainment system overview begin-
ning on page 206.
Vehicle-related settings - MY CAR: see
page 131.
Park assist camera - CAM*: see
page 189.
Climate system: see page 137.
Volvo Sensus is the operating system in your
vehicle providing a coordinated interface for a
number of functions such as the individualized
settings that can be made in the MY CARmenus, the climate and infotainment systems
as well as other options such as the park assist
camera(s), etc.
Volvo Sensus uses the screen in the center
instrument panel to display information and
selections are made using this panel’s controls
and buttons. Certain features can also be con-
trolled using the steering wheel keypad.
Press MY CAR to present all of the available
settings related to driving and/or controlling
the vehicle, such as City Safety, setting the
clock, lock settings, etc.
Press RADIO, MEDIA, TEL, NAV* and CAM*
to change a source and to activated systems
or functions such as AM, FM1, CD, DVD, Blue-
tooth, navigation* and the park assist camera
*.
See the respective sections in this manual for
more detailed information about your vehicle's
various features and functions.

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The MY CAR menus
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Calibrate tire pressure
See page 311 for more information.
Steering wheel force
High
Medium
Low
See page 150 for more information.
Reset car settings
This feature returns the "Car settings" menu to
the original factory settings.
MY CARSettingsDriver support
systems
Collision Warning
Collision Warning
Warning distance
Long
Normal
Short
Warning sound
See page 173 for more information.Lane Departure Warning
Lane Departure Warning
On at start-up
Increased sensitivity
See page 182 for more information.
DSTC
See page 148 for more information.
City Safety
See page 166 for more information.
BLIS
See page 193 for more information.
Distance Alert
See page 163 for more information.
Driver Alert
See page 179 for more information.
MY CARSettingsSystem options
Set/change time
See page 80 for more information.
Time format
12 h
24 hScreensaver
The contents of the screen are replaced by
another image if this selection is marked. The
contents of the screen will be displayed again
if one of the buttons (1-4) is pressed, see
page 131.
Uncheck the selection to turn the screen saver
off.
Language
Select the language for menu texts.
Show help text
This displays help texts for the current menu.
Distance and fuel units
MPG (UK)
MPG (US)
km/l
l/100km
See page 146 for more information about the
trip computer.
Temperature unit
Celsius
Fahrenheit
Select the temperature scale to be displayed
by the climate control unit.

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Climate system
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.137 Introduction
Air conditioningThe vehicle is equipped with Electronic Climate
Control (ECC). The climate control system
cools, heats or dehumidifies the air in the pas-
senger compartment.
NOTE
•The air conditioning can be switched
off, but to ensure the best possible cli-
mate comfort in the passenger com-
partment and to prevent the windows
from misting, it should always be on.
•In warm weather, a small amount of
water may accumulate under the car
when it has been parked. This water is
condensation from the A/C system and
is normal.
Sensor location
•The sunlight sensor is located on the top
side of the dashboard.
NOTE
The sunlight sensor monitors which side of
the car that is most exposed to sunlight.
This can mean that the temperature may
differ between the right and left-side air
vents, even if the temperatures set for both
sides of the passenger compartment are the
same.
•The temperature sensor for the passenger
compartment is located below the climate
control panel.
•The outside (ambient) temperature sensor
is located on the door mirror.
•The humidity sensor* is located in the inte-
rior rearview mirror.
NOTE
Do not cover or block the sensors with
clothing or other objects.
Side windows and moonroofTo ensure that the air conditioning works opti-
mally, the side windows, and the optional
moonroof should be closed.
Fog on the inside of the windowsThe defroster function should be used to
remove fog or mist from the inside of the win-
dows. Keeping the windows clean with a com-mercially available window washing spray will
also help prevent fogging or misting.
Temporary shut-off of the air
conditioning
The air conditioning is momentarily disen-
gaged during full-throttle acceleration or when
driving uphill with a trailer. This may result in a
temporary increase in cabin temperature.
Ice and snowAlways keep the air intake grille at the base of
the windshield free of snow.
Climate system maintenanceSpecial tools and equipment are required to
maintain and carry out repairs on the climate
system. Work of this type should only be done
by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
RefrigerantVolvo cares about the environment. The air
conditioning system in your car contains a
CFC-free refrigerant – R134a. This substance
will not deplete the ozone layer. The air condi-
tioning system contains 1.8 lbs (820 g) of
R134a. The systems uses PAG oil.
Passenger compartment filterReplace the cabin air filter with a new one at
the recommended intervals. Please refer to

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your Warranty and Service Records Informa-
tion booklet, or consult a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for these intervals.
The filter should be replaced more often when
driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The
filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should
always be replaced with a new one.
NOTE
There are different types of cabin air filters.
Ensure that the correct type is installed.
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)A multifilter helps reduce gases and particles
in the incoming air, thereby reducing the levels
of odors and contaminants entering the vehi-
cle. The air quality sensor detects increased
levels of contaminants in the outside air. When
the air quality sensor detects contaminated
outside air, the air intake closes and the air
inside the passenger compartment is recircu-
lated, i.e. no outside air enters the vehicle. The
filter also cleans recirculated passenger com-
partment air.
NOTE
Contact your Volvo retailer for IAQS air filter
replacement intervals.
Materials used in the cabinThe materials used in the cabin have been
developed to help minimize the amount of dust
and make the cabin easier to keep clean. All
floor mats can be easily removed for cleaning.
Use car cleaning products recommended by
Volvo. See also the information beginning on
page 345.
Menu settingsThe default settings for four of the climate sys-
tem's functions can be changed in the menu
system.
•Blower speed in automatic mode.
•Recirculation timer for passenger com-
partment air.
•Automatic rear window defrosting.
•The optional Interior Air Quality System
(IAQS).
The functions can also be returned to factory
settings in the menu system.
See page 131 for a description of the menu
system.
Air distribution
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The incoming air is distributed from a number
of different vents in the passenger compart-
ment.
Air distribution is fully automatic in AUTO
mode.
If desired, air distribution can be controlled
manually, see page 144.

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140* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Electronic climate control, ECC
Temperature control, driver's side
Heated driver's seat1*
Defroster (maximum effect)
Blower
Manual air distribution—floor
Manual air distribution—dashboard air
vents
Manual air distribution—defroster
Heated rear window and door mirrors, see
page 104
Heated front passenger's seat*
Temperature control, passenger's side
Recirculation
AUTO
A/C on/off
Ventilated driver's seat *
Ventilated passenger's seat*
Climate system controls
Ventilated front seats*The ventilation system consists of fans in the
seats and backrests that draw air through the
seat upholstery. The cooling effect increases
as the air in the passenger compartment
becomes cooler.
The ventilation is controlled by the ECC sys-
tem, which takes into account the seat tem-
perature, sunlight in the passenger compart-
ment, and the ambient temperature.
1The location of the button varies, depending on whether the vehicle is equipped with the optional ventilated front seats

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.141
The ventilation can be used at the same time
as seat heating.
The ventilation system can be activated when
the engine is running. There are three comfort
levels that produce different cooling and dehu-
midifying effects:
•Level three: press the button once for
maximum output – three indicator lights
come on.
•Level two: press the button twice for a
lower output – two indicator lights come
on.
•Level one: press the button three times for
the lowest output – one indicator light
comes on.
•Press the button a fourth time to switch off
the function – the indicator light will go out.
Heated front seats*
The current seat temperature is shown in the cen-
ter console display
Press the button once for the
highest heat level – three indi-
cator lights come on.
Press the button twice for a
lower heat level – two indica-
tor lights come on.
Press the button three times for the lowest heat
level – one indicator light comes on.
Press the button four times to switch off the
heat – no indicator lights come on.
Seat heating will automatically switch off when
the engine is switched off.
Heated rear seats*2
Heat control for the outboard seating positions
is done in the same way as for the front seats.
Blower controlTurn the control clockwise to
increase or counterclockwise
to decrease the blower
speed. If AUTO is selected,
blower speed will be regula-
ted automatically and this will
override manual adjustment.
NOTE
If the blower is turned off completely, the air
conditioning is disengaged, which may
result in fogging on the windows.
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Air distribution
Manual air distribution—defroster
Manual air distribution—dashboard air
vents
Manual air distribution—floor
The figure consists of three buttons. When a
button is pressed, the corresponding figure will
appear in the display with an arrow indicating
which manual air flow has been selected (see
the following illustration). See also the air dis-
tribution chart on page 144.
Air distribution is shown in the center console dis-
play
AutoThe function automatically
regulates cooling, heating,
blower speed, recirculation,
and air distribution to main-
tain the chosen temperature.
If you select one or more man-
ual functions, the other func-
tions continue to be controlled automatically.
The air quality sensor is engaged and all man-
ual settings are switched off when AUTO is
pressed. The display shows
AUTO
CLIMATE.
Blower speed in automatic mode can be set
under Climate settings
Automatic blower
adjustment. Choose between
Low, Normalor High.
NOTE
Selecting the lowest blower speed may
increases the risk of fog forming on the win-
dows.
Temperature controlThe temperatures on the
driver and passenger sides
can be set separately. When
the vehicle is started, the
most recent setting is
resumed.
NOTE
Heating or cooling cannot be speeded up by
selecting a higher/lower temperature than
the actual temperature required.

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A/C – ON/OFFWhen the indicator light in the
button is on, the air condition-
ing is controlled automati-
cally. This cools/heats and
dehumidifies the incoming air.
When the indicator light in the
button is off, the air condition-
ing is disengaged. Other functions are still con-
trolled automatically. When maximum
defroster is selected, the air conditioning sys-
tem is set for maximum blower speed and
dehumidification.
DefrosterThis function defrosts/de-ices
the windshield and front side
windows. The indicator light
in the defroster button lights
when the function is active.
•Blower speed increases automatically and
the air conditioning will switch on (if not
already on and if the passenger compart-
ment blower is not turned off) to dehumid-
ify the air in the passenger compartment.
Air conditioning can be switched off by
pressing the AC button.
•Recirculation will not function while defrost
is engaged.The climate system will return to its previous
settings when the defroster function is
switched off.
Recirculation/air quality system
Recirculation
This function can be used to
shut out exhaust fumes,
smoke, etc., from the passen-
ger compartment. The air in
the passenger compartment
is then recirculated, i.e., no air
from outside the car is taken
into the car when this function is activated. The
indicator light in the button will illuminate when
recirculation is selected.
If the air in the car recirculates for too long,
there is a risk of condensation forming on the
insides of the windows, especially in winter.
TimerThe timer function minimizes the risk of fog-
ging, or stale air when the recirculation function
is selected by automatically switching off the
function after a certain length of time, depend-
ing on the ambient temperature. Activate/
deactivate the function under Climate
settings
Recirculation timer. See page
131 for a description of the menu system.
NOTE
When Defroster is selected, recirculation is
always deactivated.
Interior Air Quality System–IAQS*This system consists of a multifilter and an air
quality sensor. The filter helps remove gases
and particles from the incoming air, thereby
reducing the amounts of odors and contami-
nants entering the vehicle. The air quality sen-
sor detects increased levels of contaminants in
the outside air. When the air quality sensor
detects contaminated outside air, the air intake
closes and the air inside the passenger com-
partment is recirculated, i.e., no outside air
enters the vehicle. The filter also cleans recir-
culated passenger compartment air. When the
AUTO button is depressed the air quality sen-
sor is always engaged.
Activate or deactivate this function in Climate
settings
Interior air quality system.