VOLVO XC90 2003 Owners Manual

2003 VOLVO XC90
10. Reinstall the cover and retaining bracket and screw it securely in p\
lace.

ventilation hose
WARNING!
- Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
- Do not smoke near the battery.
- Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to co\
ntact eyes, skin, fabrics or
painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately\
with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.
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Battery Maintenance (contd)
WARNING!
Ventilation hose: The battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. T\
he
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 compartment. 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 illustration).
Be sure the ventilation hose is free of debris. Only use replacement bat\
teries equipped with a
ventilation hose. Consult your Volvo retailer.
NOTE: After the battery has been disconnected or replaced, lock and unlock the\
vehicle with the central
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locking system's remote control to reactivate such features as the power\
windows, moonroof, courtesy
lighting, etc.
WARNING!
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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Bulbs
The following bulbs are used in the vehicle:
1. Low beam/high beam - 55W H7
2. Bi-Xenon headlight (option) - 35W D2R
3. Backup light - 21 W BA15
4. Brake light - 21W BA15
5. Turn signals, rear - PY21W(amber bulb)
6. Turn signals, front - H21W
7. Door step courtesy light/cargo area lighting - W5W
8. Vanity mirror - 1,2W
9. License plate lighting/parking light in headlight/side marker light, \
rear W5W
Side turn signal - W5W (amber bulb)
10. Fog lights, front - 55W H1
11. Fog light, rear - 21W BA5
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12. Parking lights, rear - P21/4W
l Never touch the glass of bulbs 1, 2, 3, 10 with your fingers. Grease and\
oils from your fingers
evaporate in the heat and will leave a deposit on the reflector, quickly\
damaging it.
l Bi-Xenon headlight bulbs (option) contain trace amounts of mercury. Th\
ese bulbs should always be
disposed of by an authorized Volvo retailer.
WARNING!
Bi-Xenon headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by these h\
eadlights, these bulbs should
only be replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician.
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Retaining pins
Replacing high/low beams/turn signal/parking light bulbs
The entire lamp housing must be lifted out when replacing these bulbs.
To lift out the lamp housing:
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Open the hood.
3. Pull up the retaining pins (see the illustration above).
4. Lift out the lamp housing.
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CAUTION
- Do not touch the glass on the halogen bulbs with your fingers. Grease,\
oil, or any other impurities
can be carbonized onto the bulb and cause damage to the reflector.
- Be sure to use bulbs of the correct type and voltage.
Location of the bulbs in the headlight housing
1. Low beam headlight/Bi-Xenon headlight (option)
2. High beam headlight
3. Turn signal
4. Parking light
5. Side marker light
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Replacing the low beam bulb
1. Remove the plastic cover over the bulb (1) by turning it counterclo\
ckwise.
2. Pull the connector from the lamp housing (2).
3. Loosen the bulb's retaining spring by first moving it to the right an\
d then moving it out of the way.
4. Pull out the bulb from the holder.
5. Insert the new bulb (without touching the glass) in the holder.
6. Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until i\
t seats properly.
7. Press the bulb holder into place on the headlight housing.
8. Reinstall the plastic cap. The letters "HAUT" on the cap must be upwa\
rd.
Replacing the high beam bulb
1. Remove the rubber cover over the bulb (1) by pulling it off.
2. Pull the connector from the lamp housing (2).
3. Loosen the bulb's retaining spring by first moving it to the right an\
d then moving it out of the way.
4. Pull out the bulb from the holder.
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5. Insert the new bulb (without touching the glass) in the holder.
6. Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until i\
t seats properly.
7. Press the bulb holder into place on the headlight housing.
8. Press the rubber cover into place.
Replacing the parking light/side marker light bulbs
1. Turn the lamp holder approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull\
it out of the headlight housing.
2. Pull the bulb straight out.
3. Align the guide lugs on the side of the base of the new bulb in the g\
rooves in the holder and press it
into place.
4. Press the lamp holder into the place in the headlight housing and tur\
n it approximately 1/4 turn
clockwise.
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Bulbs (contd)
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Replacing the turn signal bulb
1. Turn the lamp holder approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull\
it out of the headlight housing.
2. Press in the bulb slightly and pull it out of the holder.
3. Align the guide lugs on the side of the base of the new bulb in the g\
rooves in the holder. Press it in
and turn it slightly clockwise.
4. Press the lamp holder into the place in the headlight housing and tur\
n it approximately 1/4 turn
clockwise.
Replacing the side turn signal bulb
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Pry out the lens by inserting a small screw driver under the lower ed\
ge.
3. Turn the lamp holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull it straight o\
ut.
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the holder.
5. Press the new bulb into the holder.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder in the lens and turn 1/4 turn clockwise.
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Front fog lights
Avoid touching the glass on the bulb with your fingers.
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Turn the bulb holder slightly counterclockwise to release it.
3. Replace the bulb. The shape of the foot of the bulb corresponds to th\
e shape of the bulb holder.
4. Reinstall the bulb holder by turning it slightly clockwise. The side \
of the holder marked "TOP" should
face upward.
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Location of tail light bulbs
A - Turn signal - PY 21 W (amber)
B - Brake light - 21W BA 15
C - Back-up light - 21 W BA 15
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D - Parking light - P21 4W
Replacing bulbs in the tail light cluster
1. Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0.
2. Fold down the lower section of the tailgate, and fold up the rear sec\
tion of the cargo area floor.
3. If the vehicle is equipped with the optional grocery bag holder, deta\
ch the holder's bands.
4. Remove the corner panel (1 in the illustration above).
5. Open the cover (2) in the side panel by pulling the tab (3) upwar\
d/outward.
6. Loosen the bolts (4) with the 10 mm wrench (found in the tool bag)\
.
7. Pull the entire tail light housing straight out.
8. Disconnect the wiring.
9. Place the tail light housing on a soft cloth to avoid scratching the \
lens.
10. Turn the lamp holder(s) counterclockwise and pull out.
11. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and remove. Insert a new bulb.
12. Place the lamp holder in the groove and turn clockwise.
13. Press wiring back into place.
14. Align the tail light housing with the holes for the retaining bolts \
and press it into place.
15. Tighten the retaining bolts.
16. Reinsert the side and corner panels.
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Bulbs (contd)
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Rear fog light
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Carefully insert a small screwdriver (see illustration above)
3. Pry out the lamp housing.
4. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull out the bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb and press the lamp housing back into place.
Door step courtesy lights
The door step courtesy lights are located under the dashboard on the dri\
ver's and passenger's sides. To
replace a bulb:
1. Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens.
2. Replace the defective bulb.
3. Reinstall the lens.
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