parking brake VOLVO S80 2003 User Guide

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
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 (MAN) ual 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 Geartronic manual shift mode.
pg. 77 Automatic transmission (Geartronic)
Manual shifting - Geartronic
You can move the gear selector freely between the (MAN) ual 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 (MAN)ual shifting position from (D)rive, pull the gear selector back slightly from D and move it to
the left to MAN.
To return to the (D)rive position from MAN, move the gear selector to the right and push it forward to the (D)rive
position.
While driving
If you select the (MAN)ual position while driving, the gear that was being used in the (D)rive position will also
initially be selected in (MAN)ual position.
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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 minimum level of performance that 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. 96 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 by exerting downward
pressure. Turn the bolts counterclockwise to loosen.
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Install the wheel bolts and tighten handtight. use the lug wrench, tighten crosswise(see illustration above) until all
bolts are snug.
Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 100 ft. lbs. (136 Nm).
Install the wheel cap (where applicable).
WARNING!
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 96
.
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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28Electronic module - courtesy lighting 10A
29 -
30 Left front/rear parking lights 7.5A
31 Right front/rear parking lights, license plate lights 7.5A
32 Central electrical module, vanity mirror lighting, power steering, glove compartment light,
interior courtesy lighting 10A
33 Fuel pump 15A
34 Power sun roof 15A
35 Central locking system, power windows - left door mirror 25A
36 Central locking system, power windows - right door mirror 25A
37 Rear power windows, power child safety locks 30A
38 Alarm siren* 5A
* Please be aware that if this fuse is not intact, or if it is removed, the alarm will sound.
pg. 103 Fuses in the trunk
Fuses in the trunk
The fuses in the trunk are located behind the left panel. When replacing a blown fuse, be sure to replace it with a new
one of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
Ordinary fuses
Location Amperage
1 Rear electrical module, trunk lighting 10A
2 Rear fog light 10A
3 Brake lights 15A
4 Backup lights 10A
5 Rear window defroster, relay 15I - accessories 5A
6 Trunk release 10A
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Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 1.9 mm +/ 1.9 mm
Vehicle loading
The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire
information label. The label is located on the inside of the fuel filler door and lists vehicle design limits. Do not load
your car beyond the load limits indicatedWARNING!
Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead to failure
resulting in loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 133 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors. Grounded on chassis.
Battery
Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/115 min. reverse capacity
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of
correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
Generator
Rated output: max. current: 140 A
Starter motor:
Output: 1.7 kW
Bulbs
Bulb US no.Power Socket
Headlights
High beam H755W -
Low beam H755W -
Front parking lights 5WW 2.1x9.5d
Front direction indicators -21 W BAU 15d
Front fog lights H155 W -
Side marker lights -3 W W2.1x9.5d
Rear direction indicators -21W BAU 15 s
Tail lights 675W/4cp BA 15 s
Brake lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s
Backup lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s
Rear fog light 115621W/32cp BA 15 s
License plate light -5 W W 2.1x9.5d
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Opening the trunk from the inside..........63
P
Paint touch-up..........111
Panic function (alarm)..........65
Parking brake..........38
Parking brake reminder light..........26
Parking lights..........32
Passenger's seat backrest - folding..........53
PCV system..........117
Polishing..........113
Power seats..........52
Power steering - speed-sensitive..........79
Power steering fluid ........ 122, 131
Power windows..........39
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING..........123
R
Rain sensor - windshield wipers..........39
Reading lights - front/rear ........ 54
Rear door step lights - replacing..........108
Rear fog light..........27, 32
Rear reading lights..........54
Rear seat backrests - folding..........58
Rear suspension..........132
Rear window - heated..........37
Rearview mirror..........40
Refrigerant..........48, 131
Refueling..........72
Remote control - keyless entry system..........61
Remote control - keyless entry system and sideview mirrors..........40
Remote keyless entry system..........61
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........62
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat..........53
Replacing bulbs..........104-110
Replacing fuses..........100
Replacing wiper blades..........125
Reporting safety defects..........11
Road assistance..........134
Roadholding..........79
Roof load - maximum..........129
Roof racks..........80
S
Safety defects - reporting..........11
Safety locks - child..........67
Seat belt maintenance..........11
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