spare wheel VOLVO S80 2008 User Guide

Suspension wear diagnostics
Every suspension needs periodic inspection and maintenance. A tire's wear pattern can be an aid in detecting a
suspension problem. Each tire, if left in place, tells a story about the suspension. Tire rotation, on the other hand, could
make suspension wear harder to detect. Early detection is very important, because suspension problems can make tire
wear worse.
If you do rotate your tires...
Please follow the tire manufacturer's recommendations, as outlined in the tire manufacturers tire warranty pamphlet.
253 06 Maintenance and specifications
Wheels and tires
Changing a wheel
Spare wheel
The spare wheel (Temporary spare) is only intended for temporary use. Replace the spare wheel with a normal wheel
as soon as possible. The car's handling may be altered by the use of the spare wheel. The correct tire pressure for the
spare wheel is stated in the tire pressure tables, see pages 240 and 241
.
WARNING
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a
punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire. Road holding and handling may be affected
with the "Temporary Spare" in use.
CAUTION
The vehicle must never be driven with more than one temporary spare wheel.
The spare wheel is located in the spare wheel well with the rim side down. There are two foam blocks, one under the
spare wheel and one over/inside. The upper one contains all tools.
The same bolt runs through to secure the spare wheel and the foam blocks.
Taking out the spare wheel
1. Fold the rear edge of the floor mat forward.
2. Open the floor hatch.

3. Undo the retaining bolt.
4. Lift out the foam block with tools.
5. Lift out the spare wheel.
The other two blocks can remain in the wheel well.
After use
The foam block and spare wheel must be replaced in the reverse order. Note the arrow on the upper foam block. It
should point forward.
254 06 Maintenance and specifications
Wheels and tires
Changing a tire:
1. Apply the parking brake.
2. Put the gear selector in P.
3. Block the wheels that are on the ground with wooden blocks or large stones.
4. Remove the wheel cover (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the tool bag.With the vehicle still on the
ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel nuts 1/2-1 turns by exerting downward pressure.
5. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen.
6. There are two jack attachment points on each side of the vehicle. Position the jack correctly in the attachment (see
illustration above) 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 vehicle, check that the jack is still correctly

Spare tire251
Speed -dependent steering153
Spin control151
SRS18
Stability system152
indicator light76
overview151
Start inhibitor (immobilizer) 53
Starting the engine107
with keyless drive108
Starting the vehicle 107
after a crash (crash mode)30
Steering wheel


adjusting 87
horn88
keypad87, 122, 134
lock108
Storage spaces 183
Studded tires250
Sunroof (moonroof)101-102
Supplemental restraint system18
warning light77
T
Taillights, changing bulbs 221
Temporary spare tire251
Three-way catalytic converter196
Tire pressure monitoring system242
indicator light76
Tires


age 236
changing from summer to winter252
designations245
glossary of terms246
improving economy236
inflation pressure237- 238
inflation pressure tables240- 241
self supporting run flat tires244
snow250
spare251
specifications239
storing235
studded250
tire pressure monitoring system242- 243
tire sealing system256