lock VOLVO S80 1999 Owner's Guide

Kickdown
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds.
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P (Park)
Use this position when starting the engine or parking the car.
Never use P while the car is in motion.
The parking brake should also be used when parking on grades.
The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position (SHIFTLOCK). To release the gear selector from this
position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be
depressed.WARNING!
Never leave the car unattended when the engine is running. If, by mistake, the gear selector is moved from P, the car
may start moving.
R (Reverse)
Never engage R while the car is moving forward.
N (Neutral)
Neutral - no gear engaged. Use the parking brake.
D (Drive)
D is the normal driving position and should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. The car should
not be moving when shifting from R to the D position.
Kickdown
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
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upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds. Kickdown does not function
when the transmission is in the manual shift (geartronic) mode (see next page).
Shift gate positions
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive control system that constantly monitors the way in which the
transmission functions. It senses and adapts each gear shift for optimal performance. The system also monitors your
particular driving style and adapts gear shifting accordingly.
Automatic transmission - shift gate positions
You can move the gear selector freely between the (M)anual and (D)rive positions while driving.
Depress the selector knob on the front side of the gear selector to move between the R, N, D and P positions.
Please see the following page for information on using the manual (Geartronic) shifting function.
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Manual shifting - Geartronic
You can move the gear selector freely between the (M) anual and (D)rive positions while driving. Gears 2, 3, and 4
have a "lock -up" function which reduces engine speed and helps save fuel.
The currently selected gear will be displayed in the instrument panel (see page 23
).
· To access the (M)anual shifting position from (D)rive, pull the gear selector back slightly from D and move it to the
left to M.
· To return to the (D)rive position from M, move the gear selector to the right and push it forward to the (D)rive
position.
While driving
If you select the (M)anual position while driving, the gear that was being used in the (D)rive position will also initially
be selected in (M)anual position.
· Move the gear selector forward (toward "+") to shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward "-") to shift to a lower gear.
· If you hold the gear selector toward "-", the transmission will downshift, one gear at a time, and will utilize the
braking power of the engine.
· If you slow down to a very low speed, the transmission will automatically shift down (but not lower than to 2nd
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Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow chain information.
CAUTION:
· Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing.
· Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Install chains as tightly as possible and
retighten periodically.
· Never exceed the chain manufacturer's specified maximum speed limit. (Under no circumstances should that limit be
higher than
31 mph (50 km/h).
· Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns when driving with snow chains.
· The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving with chains. Avoid fast or sharp turns as well as
locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires *
Tires for winter use:
Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with sustained periods of snow or icy driving
conditions are strongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to help retain the highest degree of traction.
It is important to install winter tires on all four wheels to help retain traction during cornering, braking, and
accelerating. Failure to do so could reduce traction to an unsafe level or adversely affect handling. Do not mix tires of
different design as this could also negatively affect overall tire road grip.
Volvo recommends 215/55 R16 winter tires on all four wheels .
Winter tires wear more quickly on dry roads in warm weather. They should be removed when the winter driving
season has ended.
Studded tires should be runin 300600 miles (5001000 km) during which the car should be driven as smoothly as
possible to give the studs the opportunity to seat properly in the tires. The tires should have the same rotational
direction throughout their entire lifetime. In other words, if you wish to rotate the wheels, make sure that the same
wheels are always on the same side of the car.
NOTE: Please consult state or provincial regulations restricting the use of studded winter tires before installing such
tires.
* Where permitted.
pg. 82 Wheels and tires
Tire pressure label
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The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C, as measured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include
cornering (turning) traction.
TEMPERATURE
The temperature grades are AA (the highest), A, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
pg. 84 Changing wheels
Insert flat end of lug wrench and turn/pull straight out
Changing wheels
The spare wheel is located under the carpet on the trunk floor. The jack and crank are secured in the wheel recess.
There are two jack attachment points on each side of the car.
To change a wheel:
· Engage the parking brake.
· Put the gear selector in (P)ark.
· Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the tool kit.
· With the car still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel bolts 1/2 1 turn. Turn the bolts
counterclockwise to loosen.
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Loosen wheel bolts
· Position the jack on the bar in the attachment (A in the illustration in right column) and crank while simultaneously
guiding the base of the jack to the ground. The base of the jack must be flat on a level, firm, non-slippery surface.
Before raising the car, check that the jack is still correctly positioned in the attachment.
· Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground.
· Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the thread on the studs.
Attaching the jack
NOTE: To avoid excessive wear and the necessity of rebalancing, mark and reinstall wheels in the same location and
position as before removal. To lessen the chance of imbalance, each wheel hub is equipped with a guide stud to ensure
that a removed wheel can be reinstalled in its original position (as when changing over to winter tires/wheels).
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Correct tightening order for wheel bolts
Installing the wheel
· Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub.
· Lift the wheel and place it on the hub. Make sure that you align the wheel with the guide stud on the wheel hub prior
to installation.
· Install the wheel bolts crosswise (see illustration above) and tighten by turning lightly clockwise.
· Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 87 ft. lbs. (120 Nm).
· Install the wheel cap (where applicable).
WARNING!
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· The jack must correctly engage the bar in the jack attachment (A). The car's weight must not rest on the jack
attachment (B). See illustration on page 84.
· Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
· Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack.
· Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel. For any other job, use stands to support the side of the
car being worked on.
· Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the (P)ark position.
· Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or large stones.
· The jack should be kept well-greased.
CAUTION:
· The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came with
the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
· Correct tightening torque on wheel bolts must be observed. The wheel bolts should never be greased or lubricated.
The extended, chromed wheel bolts must not be used with steel rims, as they make it impossible to fit the hub caps.
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21Throttle control module 10A
pg.90 Fuses in the passenger compartment
Fuse box in the passenger compartment
This fuse box is located at the far left side of the instrument panel. Extra fuses and the fuse removal tool are also stored
here. When replacing a blown fuse, be sure to replace it with a new one of the same color and amperage (written on
the fuse).
Location Amperage
1 Left low beam 10A
2 Right low beam 10A
3 Front fog lights 15A
4 Power driver's seat 30A
5 Power passenger's seat 30A
6 -
7 SRS, central electrical module, X-relay, seat belt locks 5A
8 Heated front seats (option) 25A
9 ABS 5A
10 Left high beam 15A
11 Right high beam 15A
12 Headlight wipers 15A
13 Auxiliary sockets (front/rear) 20A
14 Power passenger's seat 5A
15 Audio system 5A
16 Audio system 20A
17 Radio amplifier 30A
18 Telephone (option) VNS (option) 10A
19 -
20 -
21 Direction indicators 20A
22 Steering wheel lever modules 5A
23 Headlight switch module, module for electrical connections,
climate control system, onboard diagnostic connector 5A
24 Relay for extended X-feed: climate control system,
10A
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power driver's seat, text window, shiftlock geartronic
25Ignition switch 10A
26 Control module - climate control blower 30A
27 Central locking system, power windows, sideview mirrors,
warning lights 15A
28 Power sun roof, courtesy lights, vanity mirror lights 10A
29 -
30 Left front/rear parking lights 10A
31 Right front/rear parking lights, license plate lights 10A
32 Central electrical module, interior courtesy lights,
progressive power steering 10A
33 Fuel pump 15A
34 Power sun roof 15A
35 Central locking system, power windows 25A
36 Central locking system, power windows 25A
37 Power windows - rear doors, child safety locks 30A
38 -
pg.91 Fuses in the trunk
Fuses in the trunk
The fuses in the trunk are located on the left side under the covering material. The main fuses, under a cover held in
place by screws, should only be replaced by an authorized Volvo retailer. When replacing a blown ordinary fuse,
be sure to replace it with a new one of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
Main fuses
LocationAmperage
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5 Heated rear window 40A
6 Rear main fuse 40A
7 Rear main fuse 40A
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Ordinary fuses
LocationAmperage
1 Rear electrical module, trunk lights 10A
2 Rear fog light 10A
3 Brake lights 15A
4 Backup lights 10A
5 -
6 Trunk release 10A
7 Folding rear outboard head restraints 10A
8 Central locking system - rear doors/fuel tank cover 15A
9 Connector for trailer 20A
10 CD changer 10A
pg.92 Replacing bulbs
Replacing high/low beam headlight bulbs
The headlight bulbs must be replaced from the engine compartment.
CAUTION:
· Do not touch the glass on halogen bulbs with your fingers. Grease, oil or any other impurities can be carbonized onto
the bulb and cause damage to the reflector.
· Be sure to use bulbs of the correct type and voltage.
Removing a defective bulb
To remove a defective bulb:
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· Switch off the ignition.
· Open the hood.
· Remove the plastic cover over the bulb (1) by turning it counterclockwise.
· Remove the connector (2).
· Loosen the retaining spring (3) by first moving it to the right and then moving it down, out of the way.
· Pull out the defective bulb. Note the position of the guide lug on the base of the bulb (4).
Installing a new bulb
To install a new bulb:
· Insert the new bulb, without touching the glass, with the guide lug upward (1). 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 (2).
· Press the connector into place on the bulb (3).
· Reinstall the plastic cover and turn it clockwise until it is correctly in place (4). "TOP" must be upward.
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 an authorized Volvo retailer.
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Side direction indicator
· Open the front door halfway.
· From the inside of the fender, push the lamp housing out.
· Turn the bulb holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull it out from the lens.
· Remove the defective bulb by pulling it straight out.
· Insert a new bulb.
· Reinsert the bulb holder in the lens and press the entire unit back into place on the fender.
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