instrument panel VOLVO S60 2008 User Guide

The beams of ABL headlights adjust laterally to help light up a curve according to movements of the steering wheel
when the vehicle is turning. This function is activated automatically when the engine is started and can be
deactivated/reactivated by pressing the button. The indicator light in the button is on when the function is activated. See
also page 57
.
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Steering wheel adjustment
Both the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position for the driver. Pull down
the lever on the left of the steering column. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable position and press the lever back into
place to lock the steering wheel in the new position. Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position.
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.
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Lighting panel
1. Headlight/parking light switch
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2. Front fog lights
3. Rear fog light
4. Instrument panel lighting
5. Fuel filler door unlock button
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
position
1.
See page 60
for information on switching between high and low beams.
NOTE
Active Bi -Xenon® headlights (option): Turn the headlight switch to position 0 to activate a daylight sensor, which
automatically switches the low beams on or off, depending on ambient light conditions. When driving in daylight, the
headlights will switch off and the daytime running lights will come on. In darkness, the daytime running lights will
switch off and the Active Bi -Xenon® headlights will switch on.
1On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position.
Active Bi -Xenon® headlights (ABL) - option
When the ABL function is activated, the headlight beams adjust laterally to help light up a curve according to
movements of the steering wheel (see the right-pointing beam in the illustration above).
This function is activated automatically when the engine is started and can be deactivated/reactivated by pressing the
ABL button (see page 55
).
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Lighting panel
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 2 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 3 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
.
Move the thumb wheel (4) up to increase brightness or down to decrease brightness.
Unlocking the fuel filler door
Press button 5 when the vehicle is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will
remain unlocked until the vehicle begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door
relocks.
NOTE
If the fuel filler door does not unlock after the button has been pressed, drive the vehicle at a speed of at least 5 mph (8
km/h), stop the vehicle, and press the button again.
See the information below on unlocking the fuel filler door manually.
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Fuel filler door-unlocking manually
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Manually unlocking the fuel filler door
The electric motor that controls the fuel filler door locking mechanism is located on the inside of the rear fender on the
passenger side of the vehicle, just behind the fuel filler door. To unlock this door manually:
Turn the knob (A) 1/4 turn counterclockwise to release the cover panel (B).
Fold down the cover panel to access the electric motor (C).
Press the catch (D) rearward to unlock the fuel filler door, or forward to lock the door.
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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.
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5. Current speed in miles per hour (Canadian models only)
This function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the vehicle's current speed from km/h to mph.
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Trip computer
NOTE
Trip computer readings may vary slightly depending on the circumference of the tires on the vehicle and driving style.
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Cruise control
The cruise control panel is located on the left side of the steering wheel hub and may differ in appearance, depending on
the model.
Engaging cruise control
Press the CRUISE button. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.
NOTE
This does not set the vehicle's speed.
Setting speed
Press + or - to set the current speed. CRUISE-ON will be displayed in the information window in the instrument panel.
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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.
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 approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
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Cruise control
Braking
Cruise control is automatically disengaged when the brake pedal is depressed. The currently set speed is stored in
memory.
Pressing resume will return the vehicle to the previously set speed.
Acceleration
Momentary acceleration, such as when passing another vehicle, does not affect cruise control operation. The vehicle will
automatically return to the previously set speed when you release the accelerator pedal.
Disengaging cruise control
To disengage cruise control, press the CRUISE button. CRUISE or CRUISE-ON will no longer be displayed in the
information window in the instrument panel.
NOTE
Cruise control is automatically disengaged if:
the engine is switched off
the gear selector is placed in (N)eutral
the wheels start to spin or lock
if an increase in speed is maintained for more than one minute
if the vehicle's speed falls below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
Temporarily disengaging cruise control
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Press 0 to temporarily disengage cruise control. CRUISE will be displayed in the information window in the
instrument panel.
Press the brake pedal.
Press "resume"
to return to the previously set speed.
WARNING
Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads, or when driving on
unpaved or uneven road surfaces. Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades.
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Parking brake
The parking brake lever is located between the front seats.
NOTE
The indicator light will light up even if the parking brake has only been partially applied.
When applying the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
2. Pull the parking brake lever up firmly to its full extent.
3. Release the brake pedal and ensure that the vehicle is at a standstill.
4. If the vehicle rolls, the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly.
5. When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in first gear (for manual transmission) or P (for automatic
transmission).
Parking on a hill
If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the curb.
If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the front wheels so that they point toward the curb.
Releasing the parking brake
1. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
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The rear door windows can be operated with the control on each door and the switch on the driver's door. If the LED in
the switch for blocking electrically operated windows in the rear doors (located in the driver's door control panel) is on,
the rear door windows can only be operated from the driver's door.
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Mirrors
Rearview mirror
To reduce glare from the headlights of following vehicles, use the control to switch between the normal and night-
driving positions.
A. Normal position
B. Night position, reduces glare from following headlights
Autodim function (option)
The autodim function reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare.
NOTE
This function is automatically switched off when the gear selector is placed in the Reverse position.
Rearview mirror with compass (option)
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Although some oil consumption occurs during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine is new
as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearing-in to each other. From the time the engine is new until the
first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For this reason, it is especially important
to check the oil every time you refuel your vehicle during this period. See page 193
.
Fuel requirements
Deposit control gasoline (detergent additives)
Volvo recommends the use of detergent gasoline to control engine deposits. Detergent gasoline is effective in keeping
injectors and intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines will help ensure good drivability and fuel
economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains deposit control additives, check with the service station
operator.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of external fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuel
Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and Canadian regulations
require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be labelled "UNLEADED". Only these pumps have nozzles which fit
your vehicle's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into a vehicle labelled "unleaded gasoline only".
Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated use of
leaded gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of the emission control system and could result in loss of emission
warranty coverage. State and local vehicle inspection programs will make detection of misfueling easier, possibly
resulting in emission test failure for misfueled vehicles.
NOTE
Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methyl-cyclopentadienyl manganese
tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected, and the
Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs, please
return your vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers "Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or ethers. In some areas, state or
local laws require that the service pump be marked indicating use of alcohols or ethers. However, there are areas in
which the pumps are unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is alcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check
with the service station operator. To meet seasonal air quality standards, some areas require the use of "oxygenated"
fuel.
Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygenated" fuels; however, the octane ratings listed on this page must still be
met.
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General information
Alcohol - Ethanol: Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may be used. Ethanol may also be referred to as
Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".
Ethers - MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.
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NOTE
Gears 4, 3, or L can be used if you are driving in a mountainous area, towing a trailer or to increase engine braking
effect.
The transmission has a built-in limiter designed to help prevent excessive engine speeds (high rpm) when gears 4, 3
or L are selected.
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Automatic transmission (option)
W - Winter/Wet driving mode - enhanced vehicle traction
Mode W will only function if the gear selector is in the D position.
Press the button at the base of the gear selector to engage/disengage this driving mode (see illustration).
When the W driving mode is engaged, this is displayed in the instrument panel (see page 48).
This mode may be selected for starting/moving off on slippery roads.)
Shift gate positions
The gear selector can be moved freely between N and D.
Depressing the button on the front of the gear selector knob enables you to move the gear selector to positions P, R, N,
D, 4, 3 and L.
"Kickdown"
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