ESP VOLVO S80 2008 User Guide

The vehicle must be stationary when position P is selected.
Reverse (R)
The vehicle must be stationary when position R is selected.
Neutral position (N)
No gear is engaged and the engine can be started with the gear selector in this position. Apply the parking brake if the
vehicle is stationary with the gear selector in position N .
Drive (D)
D is the normal driving position. The car automatically shifts between the various forward gears, based on the level of
acceleration and speed. The car must be at a standstill when shifting from position R to position D.
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Transmission
Geartronic-manual shifting
Geartronic allows you to manually shift among your vehicle's six forward speeds. Geartronic can be selected at any
time.
To access the manual ( M) shifting position from Drive ( D), move the gear selector to the right to M .
To return to the D position from M, move the gear selector to the left.
While driving
If you select the M position while driving, the gear that was being used in the Drive position will also initially be
selected in the M 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 the current speed is too high for using a lower gear, the downshift will not occur until
the speed has decreased enough to allow the lower gear to be used.
If you slow to a very low speed, the transmission will automatically shift down.
Shiftlock - Neutral ( N)
If the gear selector is in the N position and the vehicle has been stationary for at least 3 seconds (irrespective of
whether the engine is running) then the gear selector is locked.
To be able to move the gear selector from N to another gear position, the brake pedal must be depressed and the
ignition must be in position II , see page 80
.

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Menus and messages 122
Climate system126
Audio system134
Trip computer147
Compass149
Stability system151
Active chassis system-Four C153
Cruise control154
Adaptive Cruise Control-ACC156
Distance Alert163
Collision Warning with Auto-brake (option)166
Driver Alert System -option171
Park assist (option)176
Blind Spot Information System (option)179
Passenger compartment convenience183
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Menus and messages
Center console
Certain functions are controlled from the center console via the menu system or from the optional keypad in the
steering wheel. Each function is described under its respective section.
The current menu level is shown at the top right of display in the center console.

READ - access to the list of messages and message confirmation.
Thumbwheel - browse among menus and options in the list of functions.
RESET - reset the active function. Used in certain cases to select/activate a function, see the explanation under each
respective function.
The menus shown on the information displays in the instrument panel are controlled with the left lever. The menus
shown depend on ignition mode. Press READ to erase a message and return to the menus.
Menu overview
Driving distance on current fuel reserve
Average
Instantaneous:
Average speed
Current speed in mph (Canadian models only)
DSTC
Message
When a warning, information or indicator symbol comes on, a corresponding message appears on the information
display. An error message is stored in a memory list until the fault is rectified.
Press READ to acknowledge and scroll among the messages.
NOTE
If a warning message appears while you are using the trip computer, the message must be read and confirmed by
pressing READ before the previous activity can be resumed.
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Turn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease the blower speed. Pressing the AUTO switch
will automatically regulate blower speed and override manual adjustment.
NOTE
If the blower is turned off completely, the air conditioning is disengaged, which may result in fogging on the
windows.
Heated front seats (option)
Press the button once for the highest heat level - three indicator lights come on.
Press the button twice for a lower heat level - two indicator lights come on.
Press the button three times for the lowest heat level - one indicator light comes on.
Press the button four times to switch off the heat - no indicator lights come on.
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Climate system
Heated rear seats (option)
Heat control for the outboard seating positions takes place in the same way as for the front seat.
Air distribution
The figure consists of three buttons. When the buttons are pressed, an indicator light in front of the respective part of
the figure illuminates and shows which air distribution is selected, see page 133
.
Auto

Recirculation/air quality system
Recirculation
This function can be used to shut out exhaust fumes, smoke, etc from the passenger compartment. The air in the
passenger compartment is then recirculated, i.e., no air from outside the car is taken into the car when this function is
activated. The indicator light in the button will illuminate when recirculation is selected.
If the air in the car recirculates for too long, there is a risk of condensation forming on the insides of the windows,
especially in winter.
Timer
The timer function minimizes the risk of fogging, or stale air when the recirculation function is selected by
automatically switching off the function after a certain length of time, depending on the ambient temperature.
Activate/deactivate the function under Climate control settings
Recirculation timer .
For a description of the menu system, see page 123
.
NOTE
When Defroster is selected, recirculation is always deactivated.
Interior Air Quality System -IAQS (option)
This system consists of a multifilter and an air quality sensor. The filter helps remove gases and particles from the
incoming air, thereby reducing the amounts of odors and contaminants entering the vehicle. The air quality sensor
detects increased levels of contaminants in the outside air. When the air quality sensor detects contaminated outside
air, the air intake closes and the air inside the passenger compartment is recirculated, i.e., no outside air enters the
vehicle. The filter also cleans recirculated passenger compartment air. When the AUTO button is depressed the air
quality sensor is always engaged.
Activating the air quality sensor
Switch between the three functions by pressing the button repeatedly.
The left orange light comes on - the air quality sensor is disengaged.
The center green light comes on - recirculation not engaged, providing it is not required for cooling in hot weather.
The right orange light comes on - recirculation is engaged.
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NOTE
The air quality sensor should always be engaged in order to obtain the best air in the passenger compartment.
Recirculation is limited in cold weather to avoid fogging.
If the insides of the windows start fogging, disengage the air quality sensor. Use the defroster function to increase
airflow to the front, side, and rear windows.

Internal audio sources: AM, FM and CD
External audio source. For connection, see page 134
Push button and knob controls for making sound settings
Navigation button
Volume and on/off
Audio volume and automatic volume control
The audio system compensates for disrupting noises in the passenger compartment by increasing the volume according
to the speed of the vehicle. The level of sound compensation can be set at low, medium or high. Select the level under
Audio settings
Auto volume control .
External audio source audio volume
External devices such as an MP3 player can be connected to the AUX input, see page 134
. The volume of the external
sound source AUX may be different from the volume of the internal sound sources such as the CD player or the radio.
If the external sound source's volume is too high, the quality of the sound may be impaired. To help prevent this,
adjust the input volume of the external audio source:
1. Set the audio system in AUX mode using MODE and use
to navigate to Volume, AUX input.
2. Turn the control
or press / the navigation button.
Sound settings
Press the control
repeatedly to toggles among the sound settings. Adjustments are made by turning the control .
Bass - Bass level.
Treble - Treble level.
Fader - Balance between the front and rear speakers.
Balance - Balance between the right and left speakers.
Subwoofer (option on certain markets only) - Level for the bass speaker. The subwoofer can be switched off by
turning control
counterclockwise to MIN .
Surround (option) - Surround settings.
Under Surround , 3 channel stereo or Dolby Surround Pro logic II can be activated by selecting 3-ch or Dpl2
respectively. This enables the following options:
Center level1 - Level for the center speaker.
Surround level1 - Level for surround sound.
Equalizer
Sound levels for different frequencies can be adjusted separately using the equalizer
2.
1. Go to Audio settings and select Equalizer Front or Equalizer Rear.
The sound level for the frequency is adjusted with
/ on the navigation button. Press / to select another
frequency.
2. Use ENTER to save or EXIT to close.
Sound stage
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The sound experience can be optimized for the driver's seat, both front seats or the rear

Navigation button for automatic tuning
Press to cancel a menu selection or a selected function
Manual tuning
Scan the current wave band
Auto store the strongest radio stations in the area in which you are driving
Station preset buttons
Select wave band AM and FM (FM1 and FM2)
Automatic tuning
1. Select a wave band using FM or AM.
2. Press
/ on the navigation button.
Manual tuning
1. Select a wave band using FM or AM.
2. Turn TUNING to select a station.
Preset
Ten station presets can be stored for each wave band. FM has two memories for presets: FM1 and FM2. Only radio
stations played through the car's speakers can be stored as presets. The stored presets are selected using the preset
buttons.
Preset storage can be carried out manually or automatically.
Manually storing preset stations
1. Tune into a station.
2. Hold in one of the preset buttons until the message Channel stored appears on the display.
Automatically storing preset stations
The function is especially useful in areas where the radio stations and their frequencies are unfamiliar. The ten
strongest radio stations are stored automatically in a separate memory.
1. Select a wave band using FM or AM.
2. Hold in AUTO until Autostoring... appears on the display.

Temporarily switching off Spin control
1. Turn the thumbwheel
until the DSTC menu is shown.
2. Hold down the RESET button
to toggle between DSTC SPIN CONTROL ON or OFF .
Messages in the information display
DSTC Temporarily OFF - system function has been temporarily reduced due to high brake disc temperature. The
function is activated automatically when the brakes have cooled.
DSTC Service required - the system has been disabled due to a fault. If this occurs:
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Stability system
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
If the message remains when the engine is restarted, drive to an authorized Volvo workshop to have the system
inspected.
Symbols in the instrument panel
If the symbols
and are displayed at the same time, read the message in the information display.
If the symbol
appears alone, it may appear as follows:
If the symbol flashes, this indicates that the stability system is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin
and/or a skid.
If the symbol remains on for approximately 2 seconds after the engine has been started, this indicates that the system
is performing a self -diagnostic test.
WARNING
The stability system is intended to help improve driving safety. It supplements, but can never replace, the driver's
judgment and responsibility when operating the vehicle. Speed and driving style should always be adapted to traffic
and road conditions.
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Active chassis system-Four C
Active chassis (Four C)-option
Active chassis, Four-C (Continuously Controlled Chassis Concept), regulates the characteristics of the shock absorbers
so that the car's driving characteristics can be adjusted. There are three settings: Comfort, Sport and Advanced.
Comfort
Comfort mode offers a somewhat softer ride and the transmission shifts gears at lower rpm. This mode is particularly
suitable for long-distance highway driving. The indicator light in the button will be on when this mode is selected.
Sport
In this mode, the vehicle's body sway is reduced during cornering and steering response is more immediate. The
transmission shifts up at higher rpm for sportier driving. The indicator light in the button will be on to indicate that
Sport mode has been selected.
Advanced
In this mode, body sway in curves is minimal and steering response is very direct. Gear shifting is done at high rpm in
each gear for dynamic and active driving.
Operation
Use the buttons in the center console to change setting. The setting in use when the engine is switched off is activated
the next time the engine is started.
Speed-dependent steering force (option)
Steering force increases with the speed of the vehicle to give the driver enhanced sensitivity. At low speed the vehicle
is easy to steer in order to facilitate parking, etc.
Steering force can be changed under Car settings
Steering force level. For a description of the menu system, see
page 123
.
NOTE
This menu function cannot be accessed when the vehicle is in motion.

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maintain set speed on steep downgrades.
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Adaptive Cruise Control-ACC
Introduction
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is an optional system designed to assist the driver by maintaining a set speed or a set
distance to the vehicle ahead. It is primarily intended for use on long straight roads in steady traffic, such as on
highways and other main roads.
WARNING
Do not use the adaptive cruise control system in demanding driving conditions such as city traffic, winding roads,
at intersections, on slippery surfaces, in poor visibility, heavy rain, etc.
Maintenance of cruise control components must only be performed by an authorized Volvo workshop.
WARNING
Adaptive cruise control cannot cover all driving situations and traffic, weather and road conditions. The Function
section provides information about limitations that the driver must be aware of before using the adaptive cruise
control.
This system is designed to be a supplementary driving aid. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver's
attention and judgement. The driver is responsible for maintaining a safe distance and speed and must intervene if
adaptive cruise control does not maintain a suitable speed or suitable distance.
Function
Warning light, braking by driver required
Controls
Radar sensor in front grille
Adaptive cruise control consists of:
A cruise control system to maintain a set speed
A system to maintain a set distance to the vehicle ahead (expressed as a time interval. For example, you can choose
to remain approximately 2 seconds behind the vehicle ahead).