warning VOLVO S80 2001 User Guide

Instrument panel lighting30
pg. 23 Instrument panel
1 Turn signals
2 Text window
3 Temperature gauge
The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge when driving.
Do not drive the car if the warning light is on. The text window will provide you with additional information.
If the engine temperature remains high, check coolant level - see page 110
.
4 Trip odometer/reset button
The trip odometer is used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer. Press the button
quickly to toggle between trip odometers 1 and 2. Hold in the button for more than 2 seconds to reset.
5 Odometer
6 Speedometer
7 General warning light (see page 24
).
8 High beam indicator light
9 Tachometer
Indicates engine speed in thousands of rpm. Do not drive for long with the needle in the red section. The engine has an
built-in function preventing too high an engine speed. When this function operates, you may discern some pulsation,
which in that case is quite normal.
10 Gear and driving mode indicator
The currently selected driving mode is displayed here. If you use the geartronic function on the automatic transmission,
the currently selected gear will be displayed.
11 Ambient temperature indicator
This sensor indicates the air temperature outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the text window is displayed when
the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36° F (-5 - +2° C).
Please note that this symbol does not indicate a fault with your car.
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At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient
temperature.
12 Clock/reset button
Turn the button to adjust the clock.
13 Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately 21.1 US gal. (80 liters).
When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining.
14 Indicator and warning lights
pg. 24 Indicator and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights described on pages 24 and 25 should never stay on when driving
When the ignition key is turned, all of the warning lights in the lower right-hand side of the instrument panel should
go on to test the function of the bulbs. If a light does not go off after the engine has started, the
system indicated should be inspected.
NOTE: The parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.
Warning lamp in the center of the instrument panel This lamp lights up red or orange depending on the
severity of the fault that has been detected.
Orange light: Follow the instructions shown in the text window.
Red light: Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text window.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault. Drive to
an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS section for more information.
BRAKE
Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level
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in the reservoir. See page 113 for reservoir position and page 116 for instructions.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Park
Brake
Parking brake reminder light
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the
front seats.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Oil pressure warning light
If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil
level . See page 114
. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After
hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when
the engine speed is increased.
Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, have the charging system checked.
pg. 25 Indicator and warning lights
Rear fog light
This light indicates that the rear fog light is on.
CHECK
ENGINE
Malfunction indicator lamp
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the engine diagnostic system has detected a possible
fault in the emission control system. Although driveability may not be affected, see an authorized Volvo retailer as
soon as possible for inspection. Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
NOTE : If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo
original or approved fuel filler caps.

Anti-lock Brake System ABS
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If the warning light comes on, there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system pwill however
function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection. See page 17 for additional information.

Stability Traction Control (STC) system (option)
Dynamic Stability and Traction Control (DSTC) system (option)
An LED in the STC or DSTC switch in the center console will light up to indicate that the system is activated. See
page 18 for further information.
Service reminder indicator
This light will come on at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals, after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months, whichever
occurs first, to remind the driver that the service interval has been exceeded. The light will stay on for 2 minutes after
start until reset by the servicing retailer.
Turn signal indicator - trailer (certain models)
If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not
flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor the car's turn signals are functioning.

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Move the seat as far rearward as possible for easiest access to the lumbar support control.
Electrically operated seats with memory function *
A Front edge of seat (raise/lower)
B Forward - rearward
C Rear edge of seat (raise/lower)
D Backrest tilt WARNING!
· From the time the driver's door is unlocked, the driver's seat can be adjusted with the ignition off during a 10
minute period, if the door remains opened (40 seconds if the door is closed). Therefore, children should never be
left unattended in the car.
· Movement of the seat can be STOPPED at any time by pressing any button on the power seat control panel.
· Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. In
addition, position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow.
· The seat rails on the floor must not be obstructed in any way when the seat is in motion.
Programming the memory
Three seat positions can be programmed. To program a seat position:
1 Adjust the seat to the desired position.
2 Hold down the MEM button.
3 While holding down the MEM button, press button 1 to program the current position of the seat.
Buttons 2 and 3 can be programmed in the same way.
To move the seat to a programmed position, press and hold down button 1, 2 or 3 until the seat moves to the preset
position and stops.
As a safety precaution, the seat will stop automatically if the button is released before the seat has reached the
programmed position.
NOTE : The seat has an overload protector which engages if an object blocks the movement of the seat. If this
happens, remove the object and wait 20 seconds before operating the seat again.
* Only the driver's seat is equipped with the memory function.
pg. 49 Front seats, Coat hanger
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Electrically operated seats - general information
Adjusting the front seats:
Passengers's seat: The passenger's seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II (see page 48
).
Driver's seat: The driver's seat can be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II (see page 48
). However, it can
also be adjusted:
· Within 40 seconds after the ignition has been switched off (even if the key has been removed from the ignition
switch).
· Within 40 seconds after the driver's door has been unlocked with the key or remote control and opened. The key
does not have to be in the ignition switch during this period.
Remote control (central locking system)
If you lock the car and later unlock it with the same remote control and open the driver's door, the driver's seat will
automatically move to the position it was in when you left the car. See page 56
for more information on this function.
Folding passenger's seat backrest
The passenger seat backrest can be folded down to the horizontal position for carrying long loads. To fold down the
backrest:
· Move the seat as far rearward as possible
· Adjust the backrest tilt to the most upright position
· Lift the catches on the lower rear side of the backrest
· Without releasing the catches, push the backrest forward
· Move the seat as far forward as possible
WARNING!
Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during
sudden stops.
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Reading lights - front/rear
The reading lights can be switched on or off by pressing the respective buttons. These lights are designed to switch off
automatically after 10 minutes or can be switched off at any time by pressing the button.
pg. 51 Storage compartments
WARNING!
Packages on the rear window shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a
sudden stop or an accident.
Anchor any heavy objects to help prevent them from moving during sudden stops.
pg. 52 Storage compartment in center console
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Spare tire
The spare tire, jack and tool bag are located under the floor of the trunk. To access the spare tire: · Raise the rear edge
of the floor of the trunk and fold it back toward the rear seat backrest.
· Lift out the trunk floor support (certain models) from the spare tire securing bracket.
· Release the strap to lift out the jack and tool bag.
· Unscrew the securing bracket and lift out the spare tire.
· To return the spare tire to the trunk, follow the reverse procedure.WARNING!
Make sure that the spare tire, jack and tool bag are properly secured with the securing bracket and strap to help keep
these components in place in the event of a sudden stop.
NOTE: See page 88
for information on how the jack should be used.
Cargo net in the trunk
The cargo net in the trunk can be used to secure light objects.Pull the net out and slide the runner in the handle down
into one of the two slots provided at the rear edge of the trunk. Use the release tab to release tension on the net while it
is being placed around an object. Be sure the net is then pulled taut around the object.
The net can be retracted when not in use.
NOTE: If you have purchased the accessory plastic floor cover for the trunk, it may be necessary to cut notches in the
rear edge of this cover so that the runner on the cargo net can be securely pressed into the slots provided.
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WARNING!
Never use this net to secure sharp or heavy objects. In such cases, tie down the object using the cargo eyelets
provided. Both rear seat backrests should be secured in the upright position when the cargo net is in use.
pg. 54 Folding rear seat backrests, Carrying long loads
Backrest controls (on opposite sides of trunk)
Folding rear seat backrest The rear seat backrest is split into two sections. Each section can be folded independently
to allow you to transport long objects.
To fold down the backrest(s):
· Pull the release control handle(s) in the trunk to release the backrest(s) (see illustration above). If the outboard rear
head restraints are folded down, they should be returned to the upright position before folding the backrest down. It
may be necessary to manually adjust the center head restraint.
· Fold the backrest down.
WARNING!
All S80 cars feature 60/40 split fold-down rear seats. This function is performed by handles inside the trunk, and
also provides a means for children and adults to enter the passenger compartment in the event they become locked
inside the trunk. Adults are advised to familiarize them-selves with the operation and location of the release handles.
To fold down the rear seats from inside the trunk, pull the release control handles located on either side of the trunk.
WARNING!
· Keep vehicle doors and the luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child's reach. Unsupervised
children could lock themselves in an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.
· On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people to these high
temperatures for even a short period of time can cause heat-related injury or death. Small children are particularly at
risk.
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WARNING!
· When the backrest is returned to the upright position, check that it is properly locked in place. Return the head
restraints to the upright position.
· Long loads should always be securely anchored to help avoid injury in the event of a sudden stop.
· Always turn the engine off and apply the parking brake when loading/unloading the vehicle.
· Place the transmission in the P (PARK) position to help prevent inadvertent movement of the gear selector.

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