keyless VOLVO C30 2008 Owner's Manual

Turn the key to this position and release it immediately. The key returns automatically to the Drive position.
A chime will sound if the key is left in the ignition and the driver's door is opened (does not apply to vehicles with the
optional keyless drive).
Steering wheel lock
When the key is removed from the ignition, the steering wheel locks so that it cannot be turned.
NOTE
The steering wheel lock is activated when the driver's door is opened on vehicles with the optional keyless drive.
Releasing the steering wheel lock
If the front wheels are hard up against a curb, the steering wheel lock may be under too much tension to unlock.
If so, the key will turn in the ignition switch but the vehicle will not start.
At the same time, a message "Steering locked turn wheel" will appear in the information display.
If this happens:
1. Remove the key
3 from the ignition.
2. Turn the steering wheel slightly and hold it to release pressure on the lock mechanism.
3. Reinsert the key and start the vehicle.
The steering should immediately unlock. If not, try again.
NOTE
In order to help reduce vehicle theft, make sure the steering wheel lock is engaged before leaving the vehicle.
3 Vehicles with optional keyless drive: Turn the start control to position 0, turn the wheel slightly to release the pressure, and turn the start control
to position III to start the vehicle.
140 06 Starting and driving
Ignition switch/Steering wheel lock
WARNING
Never switch off the ignition (turn the ignition key or start control to position 0) or remove the key or start control
from the ignition switch while the vehicle is in motion. This could cause the steering wheel to lock, which would
make the vehicle impossible to steer.

141 06 Starting and driving
Starting the vehicle
To start the engine
1. Fasten the seat belt.
WARNING
Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can
be depressed completely. Adjust the seat if necessary.
2. Apply the parking brake if not already set. The gear selector should be locked in the (P)ark position (Shiftlock). See
also page 147
.
Manual transmission : the clutch must be fully depressed.
3. The vehicle is equipped with an autostart feature. Without touching the throttle pedal, turn the key to position III
and release it. The starter motor will then operate automatically (for up to ten seconds) until the engine starts. If the
engine fails to start, repeat this step.
NOTE
After a cold start, idle speed may be noticeably higher than normal for a short period. This is done to help bring
components in the emission control system to their normal operating temperature as quickly as possible, which
enables them to control emissions and help reduce the vehicle's impact on the environment.
4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in
position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. On models with an automatic transmission, the gear engages after a very slight delay which
is especially noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE
Immobilizer : If two of the keys to your vehicle are close together, e.g., on the same key ring when you try to start
the vehicle, this could cause interference in the immobilizer system and result in the vehicle not starting. If this
should occur, remove one of the keys from the key ring before trying to start the vehicle again.
Keylock: Models equipped an automatic transmission have a keylock system. When the engine is switched off, the
gear selector must be in the ( P)ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch
1.
When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than normal until the
automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points fast enough
to prevent engine damage.
1The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed from the ignition switch.
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Starting the vehicle

WARNING
Volvo's floor mats are specially manufactured for your car. They must be firmly secured in the clips on the floor so
that they cannot slide and become trapped under the pedals on the driver's side.
CAUTION
Automatic transmission: The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector. Never accelerate until after
you feel the transmission engage! Accelerating immediately after selecting a gear will cause harsh engagement and
premature transmission wear. Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods of time will help
prevent overheating of the automatic transmission fluid.
WARNING
Always place the gear selector in Park (manual transmission: first or reverse gear) and apply the parking brake
before leaving the vehicle. Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
Always open garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very poisonous.
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Starting the vehicle (keyless drive)
Starting a vehicle with keyless drive (option as available)
Keyless drive makes it possible to unlock, start and lock the vehicle without using a remote control.
A start control is fitted in the ignition switch on vehicles equipped with the optional keyless drive. This control is used
in the same way as the ignition key to start the engine. See also page 141
for general information on starting the
engine.
NOTE
A keyless drive remote control must be in the passenger's compartment in order to start the engine.
1. Press the brake pedal (the clutch pedal must also be fully depressed on models with a manual transmission).

2. Press in the keyless drive start control and turn it to position III.
NOTE
The vehicle is equipped with an autostart function that makes it possible to start the engine without holding the start
control in position III. Turn the start control to position III and release it. The starter motor will then operate
automatically ( for up to ten seconds) until the engine starts.
Starting the vehicle with the ignition key (remote control)
A vehicle with keyless drive can also be started with the ignition key (if, for example, the battery in the keyless drive
remote control is weak). To do so:
1. Press the catch on the side of the start control (see the illustration).
2. Pull the keyless drive start control out of the ignition switch.
3. Insert the remote control into the ignition switch and turn it to position III to start the engine. See also page 141
for
complete starting information.
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Manual transmission, 6-speed
6-speed manual transmission
Depress the clutch pedal completely when changing gears1.

1Models equipped with the High Performance audio system 700 A2
2Models equipped with the Premium Sound audio system, the Volvo Navigation System and/or keyless drive
If the battery must be replaced, replace it with one with the same cold start capacity and reserve capacity as the original
(see the decal on the battery).
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 hands after handling.
256 11 Specifications
Electrical system
Bulbs used in the car
257 11 Specifications
Three-way catalytic converter
Three-way catalytic converter - general information
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or distributor
ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue to operate your
vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such as engine
overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-way catalytic

general information86, 87
manual functions89, 90
personal settings86
refrigerant86
Clock setting77
Coat hanger105
Cold weather precautions133
Collisions, driving after30
Compass72, 73
Convertible seats37, 38, 39
Coolant205
Courtesy lighting102
Crash mode30
Cruise control66
Cup holders106
D
Dimensions248
Disabling the passenger's side front airbag22, 23
Dome lighting102
Door mirrors74
Door open warning light55
Driving after a collision30
Driving through water133
Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC)150, 151
E
Economical driving132
Electrical current, conserving134
Electronic Climate control92, 93, 94
Emergency Locking Retractor32
Emergency towing152
Emission inspection readiness200
Engine
specifications253
starting141
starting with keyless drive143
Engine compartment location of components202
Engine oil
checking203
specifications251
Environment7
Eyelets, load anchoring112
F
Federal Clean Air Act198
Floor mats cleaning192

Interior lighting102
iPOD connector (audio system)230
ISOFIX anchors41
J
Jack
attaching182, 183
location of181
Jacket hanger105
Jump starting154
K
Key blade119, 120
Keyless drive
location of antennas (pacemaker warning)125
locking and unlocking the vehicle122, 123, 124
starting the engine143
Keylock6
Keypad (steering wheel)229
L
Label information246, 247
LATCH anchors41
Leather care190
Liftgate wiper64
Lighting panel58
Loading the vehicle155
Loads, transporting155
Locking the vehicle117
from the inside126
Long distance trips134
Low beam headlights60
M
Maintenance
battery208
performed by owner199
Malfunction indicator light53
Manual transmission 6-speed144
Mirrors
power door74
rearview72
vanity103
Moonroof75, 76
MP3 files, playing240
O
Occupant safety12
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)22, 23

Octane ratings136
Oil
checking203
specifications251
Oil pressure warning light54
Owner maintenance199
P
Pacemaker (keyless drive warning)125
Paint
color code193
touching up193
Panic alarm118
Park assist160, 161, 162
Parking brake
Hand brake69
indicator light54
Parking lights58
Passenger's side front airbag, disabling22, 23
Personal settings
approach lighting78
autolock77
climate system settings78
home safe lighting78
keyless drive settings78
lock confirmation77
unlock settings77
Polishing the car189
Power door mirrors74
Power front seats99, 100, 101
Power steering fluid206
Power windows71
Proposition 65 warning6, 154, 208
R
Radio function controls233
Rain sensor64
READ button (information display)56
Reading lights102
Rear fog light58
indicator light53
Rear liftgate replacing wiper blade207
Rear liftgate wiper64
Rear seat
accessing98
armrest109

folding backrests108
Rearview mirror72
compass72, 73
Recalls, child restraints43
Refueling136, 138
fuel filler door137
Registering child restraints43
Remote control
central locking system116
key blade119, 120
replacing batteries118
Reporting safety defects in Canada13
Reporting safety defects in the U.S.12
Roadside assistance258
Rotating tires180
S
Safety defects in Canada, reporting13
Safety defects in the U.S., reporting12
Satellite radio235
Seat belts
Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor32
buckling/unbuckling14
cleaning192
guides17
maintenance16
pretensioners14
reminder16
reminder light54
use during pregnancy15
use with child seats15
using14
Seats front98, 99, 100, 101
Shiftlock6, 141
override147
Side impact protection airbags25
Sirius satellite radio235
Snow chains177
Snow tires177
Spare tire178, 181
Stability system indicator light53
Start inhibitor116
Starting the engine141
with keyless drive143
Steering wheel