headlights VOLVO C70 2013 Owner´s Manual

08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the car
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Washing the car
The following points should be kept in mind
when washing and cleaning the car:
•The car should be washed at regular inter-
vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots
adhere to the paint and may cause dam-
age. To help prevent corrosion, it is partic-
ularly important to wash the car frequently
in the wintertime when salt has been used
on the roads.
•Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight.
Doing so may cause detergents and wax
to dry out and become abrasive. To avoid
scratching, use lukewarm water to soften
the dirt before you wash with a soft
sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
•Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork
as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish
may be permanently damaged.
•A detergent can be used to facilitate the
softening of dirt and oil.
•Dry the car with a clean chamois and
remember to clean the drain holes in the
doors and rocker panels.
•Tar spots can be removed with tar remover
after the car has been washed.
•A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy
water can be used to clean the wiper
blades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-
shield and wiper blades improves visibilityconsiderably and also helps prolong the
service life of the wiper blades.
•Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel
housings, fenders, etc).
•In areas of high industrial fallout, more fre-
quent washing is recommended.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove
dirt from the drain holes in the doors and
sills.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special cleaning
products, available at your Volvo retailer, for
cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental
components such as chromed strips on the
exterior of your vehicle. The instructions for
using these products should be followed care-
fully. Solvents or stain removers should not be
used.
CAUTION
•Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub-
ber components
•Polishing chromed strips can wear
away or damage the surface
•Polishes containing abrasive sub-
stances should not be used
CAUTION
•During high pressure washing, the
spray mouthpiece must never be closer
to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
•Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can
reduce lighting capacity considerably.
Clean the headlights regularly, for
example when refueling.
Automatic washing – simple and quickWe do NOT recommend washing your car in an
automatic wash during the first few months
(because the paint will not have hardened suf-
ficiently).
An automatic wash is a simple and quick way
to clean your car, but it is worth remembering
that it may not be as thorough as when you
yourself go over the car with sponge and water.
Keeping the underbody clean is most impor-

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tant, especially in the winter. Some automatic
washers do not have facilities for washing the
underbody.
CAUTION
•Remove the antenna on the right rear
fender. This antenna should never be
bent in any way. Doing so could result
in damage or malfunction. When the
antenna is put back in position, turn it
carefully to help avoid damaging the
threads on the antenna's mount.
•Before driving into an automatic car
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor to
avoid damaging the windshield wipers.
•Make sure that side view mirrors, auxil-
iary lamps, etc, are secure.
•Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-
plated wheels using the same deter-
gents used for the body of the vehicle.
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can
permanently stain chrome-plated
wheels.
WARNING
•When the car is driven immediately after
being washed, apply the brakes several
times in order to remove any moisture
from the brake linings.
•Engine cleaning agents should not be
used when the engine is warm. This
constitutes a fire risk.
Exterior lightingCondensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This is nor-
mal and the lights are designed to withstand
moisture. Normally, condensation will dissi-
pate after the lights have been on for a short
time.
Polishing and Waxing
•Normally, polishing is not required during
the first year after delivery, however, wax-
ing may be beneficial.
•Before applying polish or wax the vehicle
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can
be removed with kerosene or tar remover.
Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing
compound.
•After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
•Several commercially available products
contain both polish and wax.
•Waxing alone does not substitute for pol-
ishing a dull surface.
•A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy
to use and produce a long-lasting, high-
gloss finish that protects the bodywork
against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
•Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).
CAUTION
Volvo does not recommend the use of long-
life or durable paint protection coatings,
some of which may claim to prevent pitting,
fading, oxidation, etc. These coatings have
not been tested by Volvo for compatibility
with your vehicle's clear coat. Some of them
may cause the clear coat to soften, crack,
or cloud. Damage caused by application of
paint protection coatings may not be cov-
ered under your vehicle's paint warranty.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Maintaining your car09
215 Owner maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-
vals are described in your vehicle's Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
The following points can be carried out
between the normally scheduled maintenance
services.
Each time the car is refueled:
•Check the engine oil level.
•Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and taillights.
Monthly:
•Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.
•Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.
•Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.
•Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.
•Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose ter-
minal connector, or a battery near the end
of its useful service life. Consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician for
additional information.
As needed:
•Wash the car, including the undercarriage,
to reduce wear that can be caused by a
buildup of dirt, and corrosion that can be
caused by salt residues.
•Clean leaves and twigs from air intake
vents at the base of the windshield, and
from other places where they may collect.
NOTE
Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase
or subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.
Hoisting the vehicle
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the
two jack attachments points should be used.
They are specially reinforced to bear the weight
of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed
under the front of the engine support frame.
Take care not to damage the splash guard
under the engine. Ensure that the jack is posi-
tioned so that the vehicle cannot slide off it.
Always use axle stands or similar structures.
If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the
front and rear lift arm pads should be centered
under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard
edge of the sill rail (see illustration).
Emission inspection readiness
What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?
OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized
engine management system. It stores diagnos-
tic information about your vehicle's emission
controls. It can light the Check Engine light
(MIL) if it detects an emission control "fault." A
"fault" is a component or system that is not
performing within an expected range. A fault
may be permanent or temporary. OBD II will
store a message about any fault.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs 09
226* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Introduction
Before replacing bulbs in your vehicle, please
keep the following points in mind:
NOTE
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fin-
gers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit
on the reflector, which will damage it.
The optional Active Bending Light bulbs
contain trace amounts of mercury. These
bulbs should always be disposed of by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian.
Certain bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:
•Courtesy lighting
•Reading lights
•Glove compartment lights
•Turn signals and courtesy lights in the
side door mirrors
•High-mounted brake lights
•Active Bending Lights, Brake lights
See page 232 for a list of bulb specifications.
Removing the headlight housing
WARNING
•The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.
•If the engine has been running just prior
to replacing bulbs in the headlight hous-
ing, please keep in mind that compo-
nents in the engine compartment will be
hot.
WARNING
Active Bending Lights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, these
bulbs should only be replaced by a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing the high/low beam, parking
light, turn signal, and side marker bulbs. To lift
out the housing:
1. Remove the key from the ignition and turn
the headlight switch to position
.
2. Open the hood.
3. Pull up the headlight housing's retaining
pin.
4. Pull out the headlight housing.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs 09
228* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
High beam bulb
Halogen high beam bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight housing (see
page 226).
NOTE
The halogen high beam bulb has a different
socket on vehicles equipped with the
optional Active Bending Lights. On these
models, pull the bulb straight out.
WARNING
Active Bending Lights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, the Active
Bending Light bulbs should only be
replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician.
3. Driver's side headlight: Turn the bulb
holder counterclockwise.
Passenger's side headlight: Turn the bulb
holder clockwise.
4. Pull out the bulb holder and replace the
bulb.
5. Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be
installed in one position.
6. Reinstall the headlight housing (see
page 226).
Parking light bulb
1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise,
pull it out and replace the bulb.
2. Press the bulb holder back into place. It
can only be installed in one position.
NOTE
Vehicles equipped with the optional Active
Bending Lights (headlights) have LED park-
ing lights that cannot be replaced.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs 09
232* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Vanity mirror lighting
G020253
Removing the lens1. Insert a flat screwdriver under the center of
the mirror housing and twist it to release
the retaining clip.
2. Move the screwdriver under the lens to the
left and right (at the black rubber points)
and carefully exert pressure so that the
lower edge of the glass releases.
3. Carefully lift out the entire mirror housing.
4. Replace the defective bulb.
Reinserting the lens1. Press the mirror housing's three upper
retaining clips into place.
2. Press the three lower retaining clips into
place.
NOTE
For information regarding any other bulbs
not mentioned in this section, please con-
tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and
authorized Volvo service technician.
Bulb specifications
Lighting
functionWattageBulb
Low beam
headlights
(halogen)55H11 LL
High beam
headlights
(halogen)60HB3
Lighting
functionWattageBulb
High beam
headlights
(models
with Active
Bending
Lights*)55H7 LL
Back-up
lights6H6W
Rear fog
light21P21W LL
Rear turn
signals21PY21W SV
Front turn
signals24PY24W SV
License
plate light-
ing5C5W LL
Vanity mir-
ror1.2SV5.5 (length
35mm)
Front park-
ing lights5W5W LL BV

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Bulbs
headlights........................................... 226
list of................................................... 232
Bulbs, replacing....................................... 226
C
Capacities, fluids..................................... 275
Capacity weight............................... 185, 273
Catalytic converter, three-way................. 281
CD player................................................. 259
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 263
Central locking system - remote key....... 122
Chains...................................................... 188
Changing a wheel.................................... 199
Check Engine warning light....................... 58
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 40
Child restraint systems.............................. 41
booster cushions.................................. 47
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 48
Child safety................................................ 39
booster cushions.................................. 47
child restraint systems.......................... 41Climate system
air distribution....................................... 95
air vents................................................ 90
Electronic Climate Control.................... 91
Interior Air Quality System.................... 92
passenger compartment filter.............. 88
recirculation.......................................... 92
refrigerant.....................................88, 275
Climate system, general information......... 88
Clock
setting................................................... 81
Cold weather precautions........................ 141
Compact disc care..................................260
Compass in rearview mirror....................... 78
Conserving electrical current................... 142
Convertible top (Power retractable hard
top)........................................................... 105
Coolant.................................................... 275
changing............................................. 221
checking level of................................. 221
Courtesy lighting...................................... 110
Crash mode............................................... 38
Cruise control............................................ 72
Cup holders.....................................112, 115
Curb weight.....................................185, 273
D
Daytime running lights.........................64, 65
Detachable key blade.............................. 124
Detachable trailer hitch............................ 166
Dimensions.............................................. 272
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 29
Display.......................................................61
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 248
Door mirrors............................................... 79
Door Mounted Inflatable Curtain system
(DMIC)........................................................ 34
Driver distraction warning.......................... 14
Driving economically................................ 140
Driving through water..............................140
DSTC, stability system............................ 158
E
Economical driving.................................. 140
Electrical current – conserving................ 142
Electrical system...................................... 280

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Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) 155
Electronic Climate Control......................... 89
air distribution table.............................. 95
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)............... 91
Emergency brake..................................... 157
Emergency locking retractor...................... 40
Emergency starting.................................. 163
Emergency towing................................... 160
Emission inspection readiness................ 215
Engine
specifications...................................... 278
starting................................................ 147
starting with keyless drive.................. 149
Engine compartment overview................218
Engine oil.........................................219, 277
changing............................................. 219
checking............................................. 219
volumes.............................................. 275
Environment............................................... 13
Equalizer, audio system........................... 249
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 117F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 214
Flat tires
changing..................................... 196, 199
repairing with tire sealing system....... 189
Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 209
placing correctly.........................147, 149
Fluids and oils.......................................... 275
FM1/FM2 menu....................................... 251
Fog lights
front...................................................... 66
rear........................................................ 66
Front airbags.............................................. 25
disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 29
Front fog lights........................................... 66
Front seats................................................. 98
accessing the rear seat........................ 98
adjusting the head restraints.............. 103
manually operated................................ 98
power.................................................. 101
Fuel filler door
opening manually................................. 67
unlocking.............................................. 67
Fuel gauge................................................. 54Fuel requirements.................................... 143
Fuel tank volume.....................................275
Fuses, replacing......................................234
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink® Wireless Control System. . . 83
Gasoline requirements............................. 143
Geartronic................................................ 152
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 184
Glove compartment................................. 113
locking................................................ 134
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)............185, 273
H
Hand brake (parking brake)..................... 157
Hazard warning flashers............................ 76
HD digital radio........................................ 253
Headlights.................................................. 64
Active Bending Lights........................... 64
changing bulbs................................... 226