instrument panel VOLVO C70 2006 User Guide

the front seats. Always pull up this lever as far as possible when applying the parking brake. Canadian models are
equipped with this symbol
.
3. SRS warning light
If this light comes on while the car is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds
after the car has been started, the SRS system's diagnostic functions have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or
tensioner, a front airbag, side impact airbag, and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s) inspected by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible.
4. Oil pressure warning light
If the light comes on while driving, stop the car, stop the engine immediately, and check the engine oil level. If
the oil level is normal and the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo
service technician. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal,
provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.
5. Seat belt reminder
See page 13 for detailed information.
6.Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.
7. Brake failure warning light
If this light comes on while driving or braking, stop the car as quickly as possible in a safe place, open the
hood, and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. See page 157
for the location of the reservoir.
Canadian models are equipped with this symbol
.
WARNING!
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed
in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician
and have the brake system inspected.
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Symbols on the center of the instrument panel
If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake system.
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In this case:
1. Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
3. If both warning lights go off, no further action is required and the car can be driven.
4. If both lights remain on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid
level. See page 157
for the location of the reservoir.
Door open warning
The driver will be alerted if one of the doors, the hood, or the trunk lid are open or ajar.
At low speeds
If the car is moving at a speed of less than approximately 4 m.p.h. (7 km/h), the Information symbol in the
instrument panel will light up and a message will be shown in the information display indicating which door(s), etc is
not completely closed.
At higher speeds
If the car is moving at a speed above approximately 4 m.p.h. (7 km/h), the Warning symbol in the instrument
panel will light up and a message will be shown in the information display indicating which door(s), etc is not
completely closed.
Hood and trunk
If the hood and/or trunk lid is not completely closed, the Information symbol in the instrument panel will light
up and a message will be displayed, regardless of the vehicle's speed.
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Information display
Messages
When an indicator or warning light in the instrument panel comes on, a message is also shown in the information
display. To read a message:
Press the READ button (A).
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Pressing READ repeatedly enables you to scroll to any other messages that may be stored.
If a message is displayed when e.g. you are using the trip computer, this message must be read before you can access
the trip computer.
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Lighting panel
1. Headlight/parking light switch
2. Instrument panel lighting
3. Front fog lights
4. Fuel filler door unlock button
5. Rear fog light
Parking lights
The front and rear parking lights can be turned on even when the ignition is switched off.
Turn switch 1 to position . The license plate lights also illuminate when the parking lights are switched on.
Headlights
Turn the ignition key to position II.
The low beam headlights (daytime running lights) illuminate automatically, except when the light switch (1) is in
1
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position .
NOTE: See page 40
for information on switching between high and low beams.
Fog lights
Front fog lights (option)
The front fog lights can be used in combination with either the headlights or the parking lights.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
Press button 3 to turn on the front fog lights.
An indicator light in the button illuminates when the front fog lights are on.
Rear fog light
The single rear fog light is located in the driver's side tail light cluster. The rear fog light will only function in
combination with the high/low beam headlights or the optional front fog lights.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
Press button 5 to turn on the rear fog light.
An indicator light in the button illuminates when the rear fog light is on.
NOTE: The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when conditions
such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters).
Instrument panel lighting
The instrument panel lighting illuminates when the ignition key is in position II and the light switch (1) is in either
position
or .
Move the thumb wheel (2) up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness.
Unlocking the fuel filler door
With the ignition switched off, press button 4 to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will
remain unlocked until the car begins to move forward.
An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door re-locks.
Please refer to the following page for instructions on manually opening the fuel filler door.
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Manually unlocking the fuel filler door
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Manually unlocking the fuel filler door
If it should be necessary to manually unlock the fuel filler door from the trunk, the power retractable hard top should
be up.
Remove the panel covering the tail light housing on the right side of the trunk.
Pull the cord that is attached to a hook to pop open the fuel filler door.
When the fuel filler door has opened, return the cord to the hook and replace the tail light cover panel.
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Left-side steering wheel lever
Lever positions
1. Turn signals, lane change position
2. Turn signals, position for normal turns
3. High beam flash
4. Toggle between high and low beams, Home Safe lighting
Turn signals
When turning
Move the lever as far up or down as possible (to position 2) to start the turn signals. The turn signals will be cancelled
automatically by the movement of the steering wheel, or the lever can be returned to its initial position by hand.
When changing lanes
The driver can flash the turn signals by moving the turn signal lever up or down to position 1 and releasing it. The turn
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Cruise control
The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel hub.
Engaging the cruise control function
1. Press the CRUISE button. CRUISE will appear in the function display in the center of the instrument panel.
NOTE: This does not set the vehicle's speed.
2. Press + or - to set the current speed. CRUISE ON will be displayed.
Increasing or decreasing speed
Use + or - in the following ways to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed:
Press and hold down + or - until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. This will become the set speed when the
button is released.
Press + or - for approximately a half second and release the button to increase or decrease vehicle speed by
approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
NOTE:
Cruise control will not function at speeds below 20 mph. (30 km/h).
Momentary acceleration, for less than 1 minute (e.g. when passing another car), does not affect cruise control
operation. The car will automatically return to the previously set speed when the accelerator pedal is released.
Temporarily disengaging the cruise control
Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control. CRUISE will appear in the function display. The currently set speed is
stored in the system's memory.
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Parking brake (hand brake)
The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. The parking brake is applied to the rear wheels. The
indicator light in the instrument panel lights up when the brake is applied.
The indicator light also comes on if the parking brake is only applied "one click" - check that the lever is fully applied.
To apply the parking brake: pull up firmly on the lever.
To release the parking brake: pull the lever up slightly, press the button, lower the lever and release the button.
12 volt sockets
The 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key must be in
position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.
NOTE:
The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
Maximum current from the sockets is 10A.
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the car is locked from the outside using the key or remote control.
If the courtesy lighting is not switched off manually, it will be turned off automatically 5 minutes after the engine has
been switched off.
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Interior lighting
Vanity mirror
Raise the cover to switch on the light.
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Storage compartments
1. Storage pocket (also on front side of front seat cushion)
2. Compartment in door panel
3. Ticket clip
4. Glove compartment
5. Storage compartment behind the center instrument panel (retailer installed accessory)
6. Cup holders
7. Storage compartment in center console (for e.g. CDs)
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To raise the level of the folded power retractable hard top:
Open the trunk.
Press the button on the right side of the trunk opening.
NOTE:
There may be a delay of several seconds before the folded power retractable hard top begins to move.
Movement of the top can be stopped by pressing the button again.
The folded power retractable hard top will raise slightly. If an audible signal sounds during this operation, check the
information display in the center instrument panel for messages.
Lift the trunk divider (see page 71) to provide an opening into the trunk.
When the objects to be loaded have been placed in the trunk, press down the trunk divider.
Press the button to move the power retractable hard top downward. Movement of the top can be stopped by pressing
the button again.
Close the trunk.
NOTE: The trunk cannot be closed while the folded power retractable hard top is in the upper position.
Raising and lowering the folded top in the event of a fault
If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed, the folded power
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retractable hard top can only be lowered in the trunk.
Loading the trunk
CAUTION!
Damage may be unavoidable if the power retractable hard top must be operated when this message is displayed.
Press the button again and hold it down. After approximately 2 seconds, the power retractable hard top will begin to
move. Keep the button depressed until the folded top is lowered.
NOTE: An audible signal will sound during this entire operation.
Load anchoring eyelets
The eyelets in the trunk can be used to fasten accessory load and lashing straps, load nets, and other load anchors.
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Temporarily disabling the double locking function
If a person or pet is to remain in the car when the top is down and the car has been locked using the remote, the double
locking feature can be temporarily disabled.
Turn the ignition key to position II and then back to position 0.
Press the button (1). The LED in the button will remain on for one minute after the key has been removed from the
ignition switch or until the car is locked. A text message will also be displayed.
NOTE:
This procedure also disables the alarm system's accessory inclination and movement sensors. These sensors are
automatically reconnected to the alarm system the next time the car is unlocked and then locked again.
The double locking function will be automatically enabled the next time the car is locked with the remote while the
power retractable hard top is open.
Disabling the double locking function and accessory alarm sensors does not disarm the car's standard alarm.
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Remote control battery
Weak battery in the remote control
When the battery begins to lose its charge, the Information symbol in the instrument panel (see page 33
) lights up and
REMOTE BATTERY LOW VOLTAGE is shown in the information display.
Replacing the battery in the remote control
If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced, this indicates that the battery (type CR 2032, 3V) is weak and
should be replaced. To replace the battery:
Remove the key blade.
Place the remote control with the keypad downward. Remove the screw (1) using a small slotted screwdriver.
Remove the cover.
Note how the + and - sides of the battery are positioned on the inside of the cover. The plus side of the new battery
(marked on the battery) must face downward.
CAUTION!
When replacing the battery, avoid touching the electrical circuitry in the other half of the remote control.
Pry out (2) and replace the battery. Avoid touching the battery and its contact surfaces with your fingers.
Press the cover back into place and tighten the screw.
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