window VOLVO S60 2012 Owner´s Manual

06 During your trip
Loading
06

259 Introduction
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is
determined by factors such as the number of
passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight
of any accessories that may be installed, etc.
To increase loading space, the rear seat back-
rests can be folded down, see page 91.
When loading the trunk, keep the following in
mind:
The trunk lid can be unlocked an pop-
ped open slightly via the button
located on the lighting panel, see page 69.
•Load objects in the trunk against the back-
rest whenever possible.
•Unstable loads can be secured to the load
anchoring eyelets with straps or web lash-
ings to help keep them from shifting.
•Stop the engine and apply the parking
brake when loading or unloading long
objects. The gear selector can be knocked
out of position by long loads, which could
set the vehicle in motion.
WARNING
•Stop the engine, put the gear selector in
P, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
•The vehicle's driving characteristics
may change depending on the weight
and distribution of the load.
•A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces a
force of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in a
head-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
•The rear seat should not be loaded to a
level higher than 2 in. (5 cm) below the
upper edge of the rear side windows.
Objects placed higher than this level
could impede the function of the Volvo
Inflatable Curtain.
Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests can be folded down for
additional loading space, see page 92.
Load anchoring eyelets
The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the
vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to help
anchor items in the trunk.

06 During your trip
Towing a trailer
06
262
Introduction
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer
hitches that are specially designed for the vehi-
cle.
NOTE
See page 337 for the maximum trailer and
tongue weights recommended by Volvo.
•Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
•All Volvo models are equipped with
energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-
ers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this
bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any
particular problems, but take into considera-
tion:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended full
pressure. See the tire inflation table on
page 275.
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing
heavy trailers during the first 620 miles
(1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:
50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject to
increased loads. Therefore, engine coolant
temperature should be closely watchedwhen driving in hot climates or hilly terrain.
Use a lower gear and turn off the air con-
ditioner if the temperature gauge needle
enters the red range.
•If the automatic transmission begins to
overheat, a message will be displayed in
the text window.
•Avoid overload and other abusive opera-
tion.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-
ity, and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes
with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a
safe stop (check and observe state/local
regulations).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake system
directly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance is
required.
•Remove the ball holder when the hitch is
not being used.
•Volvo recommends the use of synthetic
engine oil when towing a trailer over long
distances or in mountainous areas.
WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must
not be used on Volvos, nor should
safety chains be attached to the
bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle
rear axle must not be used.
•Never connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to the vehicle
brake system, nor a trailer's lighting
system directly to the vehicle lighting
system. Consult your nearest author-
ized Volvo retailer for correct installa-
tion.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
wire must be correctly fastened to the
hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch
on the vehicle. The safety wire should
never be fastened to or wound around
the drawbar ball.

07 Wheels and tires
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
07

293 Introduction
NOTE
USA – FCC ID: KR5S122780002
This device complies with part 15 of the
FCC rules. Operation is subject to the fol-
lowing conditions: (1) This device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
The tire pressure monitoring system1 uses sen-
sors mounted in the tire valves to check infla-
tion pressure levels. When the vehicle is mov-
ing at a speed of approximately 20 mph
(30 km/h) or faster, these sensors transmit
inflation pressure data to a receiver located in
the vehicle.
When low inflation pressure is detected, TPMS
will light up the tire pressure warning light
(
) (also referred to as a telltale) in the
instrument panel and will display one of the
following messages in the text window:
Tire
pressure low or
Tire needs air now.
NOTE
If a fault occurs in TPMS, the tire pressure
warning light will flash for approximately
1 minute and
Tire press. syst Service
required will be displayed.
Each tire, including the spare2 (if provided),
should be checked monthly when cold and
inflated to the inflation pressure recommended
by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle
placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your
vehicle has tires of a different size than the size
indicated on the vehicle placard or tire inflation
pressure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for those tires.)
As an added safety feature, your vehicle has
been equipped with a tire pressure monitoring
system (TPMS) that illuminates a low tire pres-
sure telltale when one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated. Accordingly, when
the low tire pressure telltale illuminates, you
should stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the proper pres-
sure. Driving on a significantly under-inflated
tire causes the tire to overheat and can lead to
tire failure. Under-inflation also reduces fuel
efficiency and tire tread life, and may affect the
vehicle's handling and stopping ability.Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute
for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driv-
er's responsibility to maintain correct tire pres-
sure, even if under-inflation has not reached
the level to trigger illumination of the TPMS low
tire pressure telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped with a
TPMS malfunction indicator to indicate when
the system is not operating properly. The
TPMS malfunction indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale. When the system
detects a malfunction, the telltale will flash for
approximately one minute and then remain
continuously illuminated. This sequence will
continue upon subsequent vehicle start-ups as
long as the malfunction exists. When the mal-
function indicator is illuminated, the system
may not be able to detect or signal low tire
pressure as intended. TPMS malfunctions may
occur for a variety of reasons, including the
installation of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent the TPMS
from functioning properly. Always check the
TPMS malfunction telltale after replacing one
or more tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alternate tires
and wheels allow the TPMS to continue to
function properly.
1Not available in all markets or in all models.2Available as an accessory

08 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
08
326* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Cargo area
Positions
PosRear fuse boxA
Electric parking brake (left
side)30
Electric parking brake (right
side)30
Heated rear window30
Trailer socket 2*15
-
PosRear fuse boxA
12-volt socket in trunk15
-
-
-
-
PosRear fuse boxA
Trailer socket 1*40
-
NOTE
Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts
department for the most up-to-date speci-
fications.

10 Index
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352
Loading the vehicle.......................... 259, 279
roof loads............................................ 261
Locking...................................................... 67
Locking the vehicle.................................... 57
Locks, child safety..................................... 51
Low beams................................................ 96
Low fuel level warning light........................ 81
Low oil pressure warning light................... 82
M
Main instrument panel............................. 131
Maintenance............................................ 298
hoisting the vehicle............................. 299
performed by the owner.....................299
Malfunction indicator light......................... 80
Media player (infotainment system)......... 222
Menu........................................................ 133
Messages in the instrument panel........... 131
Mirrors
defroster............................................. 107
power door......................................... 106
rearview, auto-dim function................ 107retractable........................................... 106
vanity.................................................. 201
Moonroof................................................. 109
Motor oil
checking............................................. 302
specifications...................................... 339
volumes.............................................. 340
MY CAR................................................... 133
O
Occupant safety........................................ 18
Occupant weight sensor...................... 29, 30
Octane recommendations.......................255
Odometer, trip........................................... 84
Oil
checking............................................. 302
specifications...................................... 339
volumes.............................................. 340
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 346
Overhead courtesy lighting................ 99, 100
Overheating, engine................................... 83
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 258
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 330
Park assist.......................................187, 189
Park Assist Camera................................. 191
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 124
warning light......................................... 82
Parking lights............................................. 98
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 58
Polishing.................................................. 328
Power front seat
memory function................................... 89
with keyless drive................................. 90
Power mirrors.......................................... 106
defroster............................................. 107
Power moonroof...................................... 109
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 305
speed-dependent............................... 152
Power steering fluid................................. 341
Power windows....................................... 104
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 22
Private locking........................................... 62

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353
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING. . 116, 318, 342
R
Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................217
Radio functions........................................ 213
HD digital radio................................... 215
Rain sensor.............................................. 102
READ button............................................ 131
Rear fog light............................................. 98
Rear park assist............................... 187, 189
Rear seats
center head restraint............................. 91
folding................................................... 91
heated................................................. 143
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function............................... 107
compass............................................. 108
Rear window defroster............................107
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 41
Refrigerant............................................... 341
Refueling..........................................254, 255
fuel filler cap....................................... 257fuel filler door...................................... 256
fuel tank volume.................................341
Registering child restraints........................ 41
Remote control
private locking...................................... 62
Remote key................................................ 54
approach lighting.................................. 57
immobilizer........................................... 55
key blade..................................54, 59, 62
key memory.......................................... 55
locking the vehicle................................ 57
Personal Car Communicator..........57, 58
replacing the battery............................. 60
unlocking the vehicle............................ 57
Remote key/PCC
common functions................................ 57
Reporting safety defects............................ 19
Roadside Assistance............................... 346
Roof loads............................................... 261
S
Safety, occupant........................................ 18
Safety defects, reporting........................... 19Seat belt
reminder................................................ 22
Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emergency
locking retractor.................................... 40
buckling................................................ 20
maintenance......................................... 21
pretensioners........................................ 20
reminder................................................ 21
reminder warning light.......................... 82
securing child restraint sys-
tems.......................................... 44, 46, 48
unbuckling............................................ 21
use during pregnancy........................... 22
using.....................................................20
Seats, front.......................................... 88, 89
Sensus..................................................... 130
Shiftlock.....................................................11
Side door mirrors..................................... 106
Side impact airbags................................... 33
Sirius satellite radio.................................. 217
Snow chains............................................ 282
Snow tires................................................ 282
Spare tire................................................. 283
Speed-dependent steering...................... 152

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U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................281
Unlocking the vehicle..........................57, 67
Upholstery care....................................... 328
V
Valet locking.............................................. 62
Vanity mirror............................................ 201
changing bulbs................................... 311
Vehicle Event Data..................................... 11
Vehicle loading................................259, 279
roof loads............................................ 261
Vehicle maintenance................................ 298
performed by the owner.....................299
Vehicle weights........................................ 337
Voice control
cell phones......................................... 240
Volvo and the environment........................ 13
Volvo maintenance.................................. 298
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 346
Volvo programs.......................................346
Volvo Sensus........................................... 130
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 98
Warning lights.......................... 79, 80, 81, 82
Warning symbol......................................... 83
Warning system, collision................173, 174
Warranties................................................ 298
Washer fluid..................................... 314, 341
Washers
headlight............................................. 103
windshield........................................... 102
Water, driving through............................. 251
Waxing..................................................... 328
Weights.................................................... 337
Wheels.....................................................270
changing............................................. 290
storing................................................. 271
Whiplash Protection System..................... 36
Windows
power.................................................. 104
Windshield
rain sensor.......................................... 102
washers.............................................. 103
wipers/washers................................... 102
Windshield washer fluid................... 314, 341Windshield wipers.................................... 313
Wiper blades
replacing windshield wipers............... 313