automatic transmission VOLVO C70 2011 Owner´s Manual

06 Starting and driving
Towing a trailer
06

163 General information
•Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer
hitches that are specially designed for the
vehicle.
Maximum trailer weights recommended by
Volvo are:
•Trailers without brakes: 1,540 lbs
(700 kg).
•Trailers with brakes: 2,000 lbs (900 kg)
Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
registered.
•The maximum recommended hitch
tongue load is 165 lbs (75 kg).
•All Volvo models are equipped with
energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-
ers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this
bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any
particular problems, but take into considera-
tion:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended
full. See the chapter "Wheels and tires."
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing
heavy trailers during the first 620 miles
(1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:
50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject to
increased loads. Therefore, engine coolant
temperature should be closely watched
when driving in hot climates or hilly terrain.
Use a lower gear and turn off the air con-
ditioner if the temperature gauge needle
enters the red range.
•If the automatic transmission begins to
overheat, a message will be displayed in
the information display.
•Avoid overload and other abusive opera-
tion.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-
ity, and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes
with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a
safe stop (check and observe state/local
regulations).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake system
directly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance is
required.
•Remove the ball and drawbar assembly
when the hitch is not being used.
•Volvo recommends the use of synthetic
engine oil when towing a trailer over long
distances or in mountainous areas.
WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must
not be used on Volvos, nor should
safety chains be attached to the
bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle's
rear axle must not be used.
•Never connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to the vehicle
brake system, nor a trailer's lighting
system directly to the vehicle lighting
system. Consult your nearest trained
and qualified Volvo service technician
for correct installation.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
wire must be correctly fastened to the
hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch
on the vehicle. The safety wire should
never be fastened to or wound around
the drawbar ball.

11 Specifications
Fuel, oils, and fluids
11

273 Specifications and capacities
CategorySpecificationCapacity
Fuel tankOctane rating: unleaded gasoline, minimum
octane requirement AKI 87, recommended rat-
ing AKI 91 or above.15.9 US gallons (60 liters)
Engine oil (with filter replacement)See page 274 for information on engine oil
specifications.6.1 US quarts (5.8 liters)
Automatic transmission oilJWS 33098.14 US quarts (7.7 liters)
CoolantVolvo original coolant/antifreeze (50/50 mix-
ture of water and anti-freeze)10.5 US quarts (10 liters) – models with automatic
transmission
Brake fluidDOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F (280 °C), P/N
94374330.63 US quarts (0.6 liters)
Power steering fluidWSS M2C204-A or equivalent1.3 US quarts (1.2 liters) – system and reservoir com-
bined
Washer fluid reservoirUse washer fluid solvent in cold weather con-
ditions.4.2 US qts (4 liters)
Air conditioning systemRefrigerant – R134a1.2 lbs. (530 grams)

12 Index
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284
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt socket.......................................... 118
12-volt sockets.......................................... 63
A
A/C (air conditioning)................................. 88
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 154
Accessory installation warning.................. 15
Adaptive brake lights............................... 153
Airbags
front...................................................... 24
inflatable curtain................................... 33
side impact........................................... 31
Airbag system............................................ 24
Air conditioning.......................................... 88
Air distribution table................................... 94
Air vents..................................................... 90
Alarm system........................................... 134
turning off sensors.............................. 135
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 154
Approach lighting...................................... 81
Audio files................................................ 256Audio system
audio functions................................... 243
automatic sound control..................... 247
AUX port............................................. 243
compact disc care.............................. 257
Dolby Surround Pro Logic II............... 246
equalizer............................................. 247
HD digital radio................................... 250
menu settings..................................... 259
radio functions.................................... 248
selecting a sound source.................... 243
Sirius satellite radio............................252
sound settings.................................... 246
steering wheel keypad........................ 244
storing radio stations.......................... 248
subwoofer........................................... 246
USB/iPodŸ connector........................ 244
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 77
Autolock..................................................... 80
Automatic locking retractor....................... 39
Automatic sound control.........................247
Automatic transmission........................... 150
kickdown............................................ 151
oil........................................................ 273
shiftlock override................................ 152
Automatic transmission - Geartronic....... 151AUX port.................................................. 243
Axle weight......................................186, 271
B
Bass......................................................... 246
Battery
maintenance....................................... 224
remote key, replacing......................... 124
specifications...................................... 277
warning symbols................................. 224
Battery – replacing................................... 225
Black box................................................... 13
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 167
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 260
Booster cushion
accessory............................................. 46
Brake fluid........................................ 222, 273
Brake lights........................................ 65, 153
Brake system
anti-lock brakes (ABS)........................ 154
emergency brake assistance.............. 154
fluid..................................................... 222
general information............................. 153