lights VOLVO S60 2009 Owner´s Manual

08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the vehicle
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NOTE
When washing the vehicle, remember to
remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors
and sills
WARNING
When the vehicle 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.Automatic washing - simple and quick•
We do NOT recommend washing your
vehicle in an automatic wash during the
first six months (because the paint will not
have hardened sufficiently).
•
An automatic wash is a simple and quick
way to clean your vehicle, but it is worth
remembering that it may not be as thor-
ough as when you yourself go over the
vehicle with sponge and water. Keeping
the underbody clean is most important,
especially in the winter. Some automatic
washers do not have facilities for washing
the underbody.
•
Before driving into an automatic vehicle
wash, make sure that side view mirrors,auxiliary lamps, etc, are secure, and that
any antenna(s) are retracted or removed.
Otherwise there is risk of the machine dis-
lodging them.
Exterior lightingCondensation may form temporarily on the
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such as
headlights, fog lights, or tail lights. 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 vehicle
waxes can be purchased today. Thesewaxes 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.Cleaning the upholsteryFabricClean with soapy water or a detergent. For
more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream,
shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric
stain remover. Consult your Volvo retailer.Interior plastic componentsCleaning interior plastic components should
be done with a cleaning agent specially

09 Maintenance and servicing
Maintaining your vehicle
09
185 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 vehicle is refueled:•
Check the engine oil level
•
Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and tail lights
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 vehicle, including the undercar-
riage, 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.

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs
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When replacing bulbs, keep the following
points in mind:•
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 Active Bi-Xenon headlight
bulbs contain trace amounts of mercury.
These bulbs should always be disposed of
by an authorized Volvo retailer.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by
an authorized Volvo service technician:
•
Active Bi-Xenon headlights,
•
Courtesy (dome) lighting,
•
Reading lights,
•
Glove compartment lights
•
Turn signals and courtesy lights in the side
door mirrors
•
High-mounted brake lights
•
Diodes in the rear tail lightsNOTE
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.
Replacing bulbs at the front of the
vehicle
WARNING
•
The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.
•
When changing in the headlight hous-
ing, if the engine has been running just
prior to replacing bulbs, please be
aware that components in the engine
compartment will be hot.
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All front bulbs (except the optional front fog
lights) are replaced from the engine compart-
ment.
WARNING
Active Bi-Xenon headlights (option) - due to
the high voltage used by these headlights,
these bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian.Location of the bulbs in the headlight
housing
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Side marker lightTurn signal

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs
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Low beam headlight/parking light (halogen
headlights)High beam headlight, parking light (Active
Bi-Xenon headlights)
Certain models may have a plastic tube that
may hinder access to the bulbs. This tube can
be broken off and discarded.NOTE
If you encounter difficulty when changing a
bulb, please contact a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.Low beam headlight
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Low beam bulb (halogen headlights)
Removing the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Remove the plastic cover.
3. Disconnect the wiring connector.
Loosen the retaining spring by first moving
it to the right and then moving it outward
and downward, out of the way.
Pull out the defective bulb.
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Installing the new bulb:
Insert the new bulb, without touching the
glass, with the guide lug upward. The bulb
will only seat properly in this position.
Move the retaining spring up and push it
slightly to the left until it seats properly.
1. Reconnect the wiring connector.
2. Reinstall the plastic cover.
NOTE
If the vertical aim of your headlights needs
to be adjusted for any reason (e.g., towing
a trailer for extended periods), this should
be done by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician.High beam headlight
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High beam bulb

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs
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(Halogen headlights)Removing the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Remove the cover to access the bulb
assembly.
3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it
out.
4. Disconnect the wiring connector by press-
ing the lock tab out and pulling.
5. Twist the bulb counterclockwise, and pull
it out of the holder.Installing the new bulb:1. Connect the wiring connector to the new
bulb until it clicks into place.
2. Insert the bulb into the headlight housing
and turn it until it is securely in place.
3. Press the cover back into place.
Parking light
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(Halogen headlights)Removing the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Remove the plastic cover of the low beam
headlight assembly. Pull out the parking
light holder.
3. Pull the bulb out of the holder.Installing the new bulb:1. Press a new bulb into the holder
2. Reinsert the bulb and holder into place.
3. Reinstall the plastic cover.
Parking light
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(Active Bi-Xenon headlights)Removing the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Remove the plastic cover of the high beam
headlight assembly. Pull out the parking
light holder.
3. Pull the bulb out of the holder.Installing the new bulb:1. Press a new bulb into the holder
2. Reinsert the bulb and holder into place.
3. Reinstall the plastic cover.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs
09``201 Turn signal, driver's side
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Removing the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Pull out the bulb holder by twisting it coun-
terclockwise.
3. Remove the bulb from the holder by press-
ing it in and turning it counterclockwise.Installing the new bulb:1. Insert the new bulb into the holder by
pressing it in and turning it clockwise.
2. Reinsert the bulb holder in the headlight
housing and twist it clockwise until it seats
properly.
Turn signal, passenger's side
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1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Remove radiator pipe (1) from the box.
3. Remove filler pipe screw (2).
4. Pull the filler pipe (3) straight up.
5. Remove vent hose (4) from filler pipe.Installing the new bulb:1. Replace the bulb (same procedure as the
driver's side bulb).
2. Ensure that the seal between the washer
fluid reservoir and the filler pipe is correctly
positioned.3. Press the filler pipe (3) back into position.
4. Press the vent hose (4) into place on the
filler pipe.
5. Reinstall and tighten the filler pipe screw
(2).
6. Reinstall the radiator pipe to the box (1).
Side marker light
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Side marker light1. Turn the lamp holder counterclockwise
and pull it out.
2. Pull out the defective bulb and insert a new
one.

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs
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3. Reinsert the lamp holder and turn it clock-
wise until it seats properly.Front fog lights (option)
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Front fog lightRemoving the defective bulb:1. Switch off the headlights and turn the igni-
tion switch to position 0.
2. Turn the bulb holder slightly counterclock-
wise.
3. Pull out and remove the bulb.Installing the new bulb:1. Insert the new bulb (it can only be inserted
in one position).2. Reinsert the bulb holder and turn it clock-
wise. "TOP" must be upward.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs
09``203 Replacing bulbs in the taillight cluster
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Location of bulbs
Brake lightParking light (left side)Fog light (one side)Side marker lampTurn signalBack up light
All bulbs in the taillight cluster can be replaced
from inside the trunk.1. Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to
position0.
2. Unlock and fold down the side panel to
access the bulbs.
The bulbs are located in two separate bulb
holders, an upper and a lower. Each bulb
holder has a locking pin.
Replace bulbs in the upper and lower
bulb holders as follows:1. To ease the work: disconnect the cable
from the bulb holder.2. Press the catches together and pull out the
holder.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Reconnect the cable.
5. Close and secure the side panel.
NOTE
If the message indicating a burned out bulb
remains in the information display after the
bulb has been replaced, consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.

09 Maintenance and servicingReplacing bulbs
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High level brake lightThese bulbs are of a special type. We recom-
mend that you ask a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician to replace this bulb.License plate lights
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1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Loosen the screws with a torx screwdriver.
3. Carefully pull out the lamp housing.
4. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
pull it out.
5. Pull out the defective bulb and insert a new
one.6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the housing
and turn it clockwise.
7. Reinstall the housing and screw it in place.
Footwell lighting
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The door step courtesy lights are located under
the dash on the driver's and passenger's sides.
To replace a bulb:
1. Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out
the lens.
2. Replace the defective bulb.
3. Reinstall the lens.
Trunk lights
G028441
1. Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out
the lens.
2. Pry out the bulb and replace it.
3. Press the lens back into place.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fuses
09``207 Relay/Fuse box in the engine compartment
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When replacing fuses, be sure to replace a
blown fuse with a new one of the same color
and amperage (written on the fuse).Fuses in the engine compartmentNo.
A
1
ABS
30
2
ABS
30
3
Headlight washers (certain
models)
35
4
–
No.
A
5
Auxiliary lights (option)
20
6
Starter motor relay
35
7
Windshield wipers
25
8
Fuel pump
15
9
–
10
Ignition coils, engine control
module
20
11
Throttle pedal sensor, A/C
compressor, e-box fan
10
No.
A
12
Engine control module, fuel
injectors, mass airflow sensor
15
13
Throttle housing control mod-
ule
10
14
Heated oxygen sensor
20
15
Crankcase ventilation heater,
solenoid valves
10
16
Driver's side low beam head-
light
20