coolant level VOLVO C70 2002 Owners Manual

1 Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately 17.9 US gal. (68 liters). When the warning light comes on there is approximately
1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining. See "Refueling" for further information.
2 Temperature gauge
Do not drive the car with the pointer in the red range. The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge face
when driving. If the pointer approaches the red range repeatedly, check coolant level.
3 Speedometer
4 Clock, ambient temperature sensor, trip computer (certain models)
5 Odometer
6 Trip odometer
NOTE: Digital displays showing Clock, Trip Odometer and Odometer will go off 30 minutes after the ignition has
been switched off. To view these displays again, turn the ignition key to position I.
7 Trip odometer reset button
Used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/km.
8 Tachometer
Reads thousands of engine rpm. Do not drive for long with the needle in the red section. The engines has an inbuilt
function preventing too high a rotation speed. When this funktion operates, you may discern some pulsation, which in
that case is quite normal.
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1 Turn signal, left
2 Turn signal, right
3 Cruise control (C70 Coupe) - Roll Over Protection system - ROPS (C70 Convertible)
4 Low washer fluid level
If the lamp glows continuously when the engine is running, there is only about 1/2 - 1 US qt. remaining in the washer
fluid reservoir.
5 Low fuel level
When the lamp glows, only about 1.8 US gals. (8 liters) of fuel remain. If the ignition is switched on while refuelling,
the gauge may read inaccurately for up to 25 minutes.
6 Rear fog light
7 High beams
8 Trunk open
9 Bulb failure warning sensor
10 (Not in use)
11 Electronic Throttle System (ETS)
12 SRS indicator lamp
13 Generator not charging
14 Low engine oil pressure
15 Brake warning light
16 Parking brake applied
17 ABS -system
18 Transmission mode - Indicates "W",if winter/wet driving mode is active, or indicated currently selected low gear.
19 Low coolant level
20 Stability and Traction Control (STC) System (option)
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Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the
reservoir. See page 125
for reservoir position.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
WARNING!
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in either section of the reservoir: DO NOT DRIVE. Tow the car to a Volvo
retailer and have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired.
Parking brake reminder light
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the
front seats.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
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STC disengaged (option)
The indicator light () in the instrument panel will be ON when you have switched the Stability and Traction Control
system (STC) OFF using the button on the dashboard (see page 25
). The light will also come on if there is a fault in the
STC system or to indicate that the brakes have overheated. The light will go out when the brake temperature returns to
normal. Consult your Volvo retailer.
The symbol will flash when STC is actively regulating power to the drive wheels. Normal power may be reduced at
this time. This is normal as power is momentarily reduced to help keep the drive wheels from losing traction and
spinning.
Anti-lock Brake system (ABS)
If the warning lamp lights up there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will however
function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection.
See page 78
for additional information.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Crusie Control - C70 Coupe only
This light will be on when cruise control is engaged. Cruise control will automatically disengage when the ignition is
switched off.
Coolant level sensor
If this light comes on while driving, the coolant level is low. The coolant level in the expansion tank should be
checked immediately and topped up if necessary. The cooling system should be inspected by an authorized Volvo
retailer.
Mode "W" engaged
The lamp will light up when the Winter/Wet starting mode is engaged or if gears "4, 3" or "L" are selected.
If the warning lamp begins to flash, this means that there is a fault in the automatic gearbox. Contact Your Volvo
retailer.
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Brake warning light19
Bulb failure warning19,21
Bulbs134
C
Capacities133
Catalytic converter127
Central locking button38
Central locking system47
Chains (snow)85
Changing a wheel90
Child booster cushion11
Child Restraint Anchorages11
Child safety13
Cleaning the convertible top111
Climate control systems36
Clock18
Clock - resetting27
Clutch fluid122
Clutch interlock69
Convertible top - cleaning111
Convertible top - electrically operated44
Convertible top - manually raising106
Coolant - checking/changing124
Coolant level sensor21
Coolant level warning light19
Cooling system73,132
Courtesy lights - exterior22
Courtesy lights - front54
Cruise control31
D
Daytime running lights26
Demister - rear window25
Dimensions135
Distributor ignition system132
Diversity antenna193
Doors and locks46
Driving economy67
Driving mode W71, 81
E
EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution)79
ECC - Electronic Climate Control36, 37
Electrical system73,134
Electrically heated front seats32
Electrically operated convertible top44
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A driver has a responsibility to do everything possible to ensure his or her own safety and the safety of passengers in
the vehicle and others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.
The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See
page 123.
2 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 124.
3 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark and when hot it must not be above the
HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF fluid. See page 122.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx. 1.6 US
qts
(1.5 liters). See page 120.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 122.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 64.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front door.
Bulbs Power Socket US no.
1 55 W - H7
2 30/7 W BA 15s 3357NA
3 55 W PK 22s H1
4 5 W BA 15s 67
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