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occupant has not buckled his/her seat belt. If the car is not moving, the symbols will go out after approximately 6
seconds.
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 145
for the location of the reservoir.
pg. 38 Symbols on the right side of the instrument panel
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.
If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the same time, this could indicate a fault in the brake system.
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 145
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
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VOLVO S40
Chapter 5 - Interior
pg. 71 Interior
Front seats72
Interior lighting75
Storage compartments76
Rear seat78
Trunk80
pg. 72 Front seats
Manual seat adjustment
The driver's and passenger's seats can be adjusted in a number of ways to provide a comfortable driving and sitting
position.
1. Forward-rearward: Pull the lever up and slide the seat to the position of your choice.
2. Use this control to raise or lower the front edge of the seat cushion.
3. Use this control to raise or lower the rear edge of the seat cushion.
4. Turn this knob (option on some passenger's seats) to adjust the firmness of the lumbar support.
5. Turn this knob to adjust the backrest tilt.
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The red lock indicator is VISIBLE when the backrest is NOT locked in position and hidden when the backrest is
correctly locked in place. When the backrest is in the upright position, it must always be correctly locked in place.
When the rear seat is folded down, do not place heavy objects against the backs of the front seats. This places a
severe strain on the folded down backrest of the rear seat. Be sure to secure cargo.
Cargo must not be stacked higher than the top of seat backs. This will reduce the possibility of luggage, etc.
becoming projectiles during sudden maneuvers, rapid braking or an accident.
pg. 80 Trunk
Load anchoring eyelets
The eyelets in the trunk can be used to fasten accessory load and lashing straps, load nets, and other load anchors.
Auxiliary 12 volt socket (option)
Fold down the lid to use the socket.
Using the 12 volt socket while the engine is not running drains the vehicle's battery.
If the ignition is switched off and a device drawing more that 0.1A is connected to a socket, a battery alert will be
shown in the driver information display.
The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
Maximum current from the socket is 15A.
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Grocery bag holder (option)
The grocery bag holder keeps bags in place and prevents them from tipping over and spilling their contents in the
trunk.
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a properly coded key. If you misplace a key, take the other keys to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for
reprogramming as an antitheft measure.USA - FCC ID: LTQWFS 125VO
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following condition: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
Canada - IC: 3659A-WFS125VO
Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must
accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CAUTION!
Never use force on the narrow section of the remote control - this is where the transponder is located. The car cannot
be started if the transponder is damaged.
pg. 83 Remote control and key blade
Remote control functions
1. Lock - Press the Lock button on the remote once to lock all doors and the trunk. The turn signals will flash once to
confirm locking.
2. Unlock - Press the Unlock button on the remote once to unlock the driver's door. The turn signals will flash twice to
confirm unlocking.
After a short pause, press the Unlock button a second time within 10 seconds to unlock the other doors and the trunk.
A long press (at least two seconds) opens all side windows.
NOTE:
The turn signals flash to confirm that the vehicle has been correctly locked/ unlocked with the remote control. When
locking the vehicle, the turn signals will flash a confirmation only if all the doors are securely closed and locked.
Flashing confirmation for locking and unlocking may be customized in the vehicle's Personal settings menu. See page
56 for more information.
The two-step unlocking function can be changed so that one press of the Unlock button unlocks all of the doors and
the trunk. See Personal settings on page 56
for more information.
Automatic relocking: If the doors are unlocked, the locks will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will
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rearm after 2 minutes unless a door or the trunk has been opened.
Automatic locking: When the car starts to move, the doors and trunk can be locked automatically. This feature can
be turned on or off, see Personal settings on page 56
for more information.
Airbag deployment will automatically attempt to unlock the doors.
3. Approach lighting - As you approach the car:
Press the yellow button on the remote control to light the interior lighting, position/parking lamps, license plate
lighting and the lights in the door mirrors (option). These lights will switch off automatically after 30, 60 or 90
seconds. See the Personal settings on page 56
for information about adjusting the time setting.
4. Unlock trunk - Press the button once to disarm the alarm system and unlock only the trunk. After closing, the trunk
will not automatically relock. Press Lock to relock it and rearm the alarm.
5. Panic alarm : - This button can be used to attract attention during emergency situations.
To activate the panic alarm, press and hold the red button for at least 3 seconds or press it twice within 3 seconds. The
turn signals and horn will be activated. The panic alarm will stop automatically after 30 seconds. To deactivate, wait
approximately 5 seconds and press the red button again.
NOTE: This button will NOT unlock the car.
pg. 84 Remote control and key blade
Removing the key blade
Key blade
The key blade can be removed from the remote control. When removed, the key blade can be used as follows:
To lock/unlock the driver's door
To lock/unlock the glove compartment (see page 87)
For valet locking (see the explanation in below)
Removing the key blade
Slide the spring loaded catch (1 in the illustration shown) to the side and pull the key blade (2) out of the remote
control.
Reinserting the key blade in the remote control
Hold the remote control with the pointed end down.
Carefully slide the key blade into its groove.
Gently press the key blade in the groove until it clicks into place.
Unlocking the doors with the detached key blade
Insert the key blade as far as possible in the driver's door lock. Turn the key blade clockwise approximately one -
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quarter turn to unlock the driver's door only.
NOTE:
After unlocking the driver's door with the key blade, opening the door will trigger the alarm. To disable the alarm:
Press the Unlock button on the remote control, or insert the key in the ignition switch.
Locking the doors with the detached key blade
Lock the rear doors and the front passenger's door by pressing the lock button on each door.
Turn the key blade one -quarter turn counter-clockwise to lock the driver's door.
NOTE: This does not arm the alarm or lock the trunk.
pg. 85 Valet locking
1. Normal locking/unlocking points 2. Locking/unlocking points with valet locking activated
Valet or service locking
By utilizing the remote control with the key blade removed, the valet locking feature enables you to block access to the
trunk and glove compartment for e.g. valet parking or when the car is brought to the retailer for service.
With the valet locking function activated:
The vehicle's doors can be locked or unlocked
The engine can be started
The glove compartment cannot be unlocked
Access to the trunk is blocked (the trunk lid cannot be unlocked or opened, and the rear seat backrests are locked in
the upright position)
Activating the valet locking function
1. Remove the key blade from the remote control.
2. Turn the key blade 180° clockwise in the glove compartment lock to lock the glove compartment and disconnect the
trunk lock from the central locking system. (A message appears in the information display.)
3. Lock the rear seat backrests in the upright position by inserting the key blade into the locks located on the upper
outboard edge of the backrests.
Passenger's side: Turn the key counterclockwise to lock the backrest.
Driver's side: Turn the key clockwise to lock the backrest.
4. Give the parking attendant or service personnel only the remote control (with the key blade removed).
Deactivating the valet locking function
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Locking/unlocking the car from the inside
The switches near the door opening handles on the driver's and front passenger's doors can be used to lock or unlock
all doors and the trunk, and to set the alarm.
Unlocking:
Press in the upper section in the lock button. A long press (at least two seconds) also opens all the side windows.
Locking:
Press in the lower section of the lock button.
NOTE:
The doors cannot be opened by pulling up the lock button.
Each door can also be locked manually using the lock button on that particular door. This applies only if the car has
not been locked from the outside.
The doors can also be unlocked (and the door opened) by pulling the handle in the door twice.
Opening the trunk from the inside
Opening the trunk from the inside
U.S. models only
The car is equipped with a florescent handle on the inside of the trunk lid, which can be used in an emergency
situation to open the trunk from the inside.
Pull the handle down to release the trunk lid. After use, the handle must be pushed back into its original position
before the trunk can be closed.
pg. 88 Locking the glove compartment, Child safety locks
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Locking the glove compartment
The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade on the remote control. See
page 84
for information on removing the key blade from the remote control.
Unlock the glove compartment by turning the key a quarter of a turn (90°) counterclockwise. The key slot is vertical
when the glove compartment is unlocked.
Lock the glove compartment by turning the key a quarter of a turn (90°) clockwise. The key slot is horizontal when
the glove compartment is locked.
Manual child safety locks, rear doors
The controls are located on the rear inside edges of the doors, and are only accessible when the doors are open.
Use the ignition key blade or a screwdriver to turn the control.
A. The door cannot be opened from the inside when the slot in the control is in the horizontal position. The door can
be opened from the outside.
B. The door can be opened from the inside when the slot in the control is in the vertical position.
pg. 89 Alarm
The alarm system
The alarm is automatically armed whenever the car is locked with the remote control, or if a front lock button is
depressed.
When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will trigger the
alarm:
The hood is forced open.
The trunk is forced open.
A door is forced open.
The ignition switch is tampered with
An attempt is made to start the car with a non-approved key (a key not coded to the car's ignition).
If there is movement in the passenger compartment (if the car is equipped with the optional movement sensor).
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pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach
normal operating temperature.
Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
Use the transmission's (D)rive position as often as possible and avoid using kickdown.
Do not exceed posted speed limits.
Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the vehicle.
Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc, increase air resistance and also fuel consumption.
At highway driving speeds, fuel consumption will be lower with the air conditioning on and the windows closed
than with the air conditioning off and the windows open.
Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are:
Dirty air cleaner
Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
Dragging brakes
Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard maintenance intervals.
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be
turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk
of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the cargo
area, the less the tendency to understeer.
WARNING!
Driving with the trunk open: Driving with the trunk open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases entering the
passenger compartment. If the trunk must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows:
Close the windows
Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and the blower control to its
highest setting.
CAUTION!
Drive slowly and carefully if going through standing water (i.e. flooded roadways, etc.). Damage to the engine could
result if excess water is drawn in through the air intake system. Never drive the vehicle in water deeper than 18
inches (48 cm).
pg. 93 General information
Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check that the tires are inflated to
the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. See the "Tire pressure" section. Loads should be distributed
so that capacity weight or maximum permissible axle loads are not exceeded.
Cold weather precautions
If you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather, the following advice is worth noting:
Make sure that the engine coolant contains 50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture will reduce freeze protection.
This gives protection against freezing down to -31°F (-35°C). See section "Coolant". The use of "recycled" antifreeze
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