maintenance VOLVO S40 2007 Owner's Manual

1. Fold out the wiper arm.
2. Press the button on the wiper blade attachment and pull straight out (1), parallel with the wiper arm.
3. Press a new wiper blade (2) until it clicks into place.
4. Ensure the blade is securely attached (3).
5. Fold in the wiper arm.
NOTE
The wiper blades are different lengths. The blade on the driver's side is longer than the one on the passenger's side.
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Battery
Battery maintenance
Driving habits and conditions, climate, the number of starts, etc., all affect the service life and function of the battery. In
order for your battery to perform satisfactorily, keep the following in mind:
Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery every 24 months or every 15,0001 miles (24,000 km), whichever is
sooner. The fluid should be at the level shown in the illustrations above (A). Do not overfill.
1More frequently in warm climates.
Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
If necessary, add distilled water. The level should never be above the indicator (A).
The fluid level should be checked if the battery has been recharged.
After inspection, be sure the cap over each battery cell or the cover is securely in place.
Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tightened.
Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running, or when the key is in the ignition. This could damage the
vehicle's electrical system.
The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle when a battery charger is used directly on the battery.
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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5. Connect the ground cable.
6. Reinstall the cover over the battery.
NOTE
Used batteries should be properly disposed of at a recycling station or similar facility, or taken to your Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
Do not smoke near the battery.
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If
contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with water. Obtain medical help immediately if eyes are affected.
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Bulbs
Bulbs used in the car
NOTE
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers vaporize in the heat and will leave
a deposit on the reflector, which will damage it.
The optional Bi -Xenon headlight bulbs contain trace amounts of mercury. These bulbs should always be disposed of
by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Certain bulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician:
- Courtesy (dome) lighting
- Reading lights
- Glove compartment lights
- Turn signals and courtesy lights in the side door mirrors
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- High-mounted brake lights
- Bi -Xenon headlights
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Replacing front bulbs
Removing the headlight housing
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 0.
2. Open the hood.
3. Pull up the headlight housing's retaining pin (1)
4. Pull the headlight housing to one side and then forward (2).
5. Disconnect the wiring connector.
6. Lift out the headlight housing and place it on a soft surface to avoid scratching the lens.
After the defective bulb has been replaced, reinsert the housing in the reverse order. Check that the retaining pin is
correctly inserted.
WARNING
Bi -Xenon headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, these bulbs should only be replaced by
an authorized Volvo service technician.
Low beam bulb
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1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight housing.
3. Press the retaining clamps to the sides.
4. Release the bulb's retaining spring by pressing it to the right, and then moving it outward and downward.
5. Pull out the bulb.
6. Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb.
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Replacing front bulbs
Installing a new bulb
1. Insert the new bulb. It can only be installed in one position.
2. Press the retaining spring upward and slightly to the left until it snaps into place.
3. Press the wiring connector onto the bulb.
4. Put the plastic cover in place.
5. Press the retaining clamps back into place.
6. Reinstall the headlight housing.
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High beam bulb
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlight housing.
3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out. Replace the bulb. Note how the bulb holder is positioned.
4. Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be installed in one position.
5. Reinstall the headlight housing.
Parking light bulb
1. Pull out the bulb holder with a pair of pliers. The bulb holder should not be pulled out by the wire.
2. Replace the bulb.
3. Press the bulb holder back into place. It can only be installed in one position.
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Replacing front bulbs
Turn signal
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4. Disconnect the connector from the bulb.
5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out.
6. Install the new bulb in its seat and turn it clockwise.
7. Reconnect the connector to the bulb.
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Replacing front bulbs
8. Secure the fog light housing with the screws and press the panel back into place.
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Replacing taillight bulbs
Removing the taillight bulb holder
All bulbs in the taillight cluster can be replaced from the cargo area. To access the bulb holders:
1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0.
2. Remove the covers in the left/right panels to access the bulb holders.
3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the affected bulb holder.
4. Press the catches together and pull out the bulb holder.
5. Replace the defective bulb.
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6. Press the wiring connector back into position.
7. Press the bulb holder into place and reinstall the cover.
Location of taillight bulbs
NOTE
If the message indicating a burned out bulb remains in the information display after the bulb has been replaced, consult
an authorized Volvo retailer or workshop.
High-level brake light
These bulbs should only be replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician.
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Replacing interior bulbs
License plate lighting
1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0.
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6. Press the three lower lugs back into place.
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Fuses
Fuse box in the engine compartment
The fuse box in the engine compartment has positions for 36 fuses.
Fuses 1-18 are relays/circuit breakers and should only be removed or replaced by an authorized Volvo service
technician.
Fuses 19-36 may be changed at any time when necessary.
Several extra fuses and a fuse removal tool to assist in removing/replacing fuses can be found on the underside of the fuse
box cover in the engine compartment.
Replacing fuses
There are relay/fuse boxes located in the engine compartment and the passenger compartment.
If an electrical component fails to function, this may be due to a blown fuse. The easiest way to see if a fuse is blown is to
remove it.
To do so:
1. Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is difficult to remove, special fuse removal tools are located on the inside of the fuse
box covers.
2. From the side, examine the curved metal wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.
3. If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by an authorized Volvo retailer.
WARNING
Never use fuses with higher amperage than those stated in the following tables. Doing so could overload the vehicle's
electrical system.
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Fuses
Fuse box in the passenger compartment
The fuse box in the passenger compartment is located under the glove compartment.
To access the fuses:
1. Remove the upholstery covering the fuse box by first pressing in the center pins in the mounting clips approximately 0.5
in (1 cm) with a small screwdriver and then pulling the pins out.
2. Turn both retaining screws (2) counterclockwise until they release.
3. Fold down the fuse box (3) half way. Pull it toward the seat until it stops. Fold it down completely. The fuse box can be
unhooked completely.
4. Replace the blown fuse.
5. Close the fuse box in reverse order.
6. Pull the center pins fully out of the mounting clips, secure the upholstery with the mounting clips and press the pins into
the mounting clips again. The mounting clips then expand, holding the upholstery in position.
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Fuses
Fuses in the engine compartment
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