ECU VOLVO V4 2003 Owners Manual

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VOLVO
S40 & V40
Chapter 3 - Body and interior
pg. 39 Body and interior
Body and interior
The seats, sun roof, mirrors, etc. are described on the following pages. Keys
40
Remote keyless entry system41
Doors and locks42
Alarm43
Trunk/Tailgate/Glove compartment45
Opening the trunk from the inside (S40)46
Front seats47
Child safety locks49
Rear/side view mirrors/Vanity mirrors50
Interior lights, Sunroof51
Sunroof52
Hood/Luggage cover53
Storage compartments54
Folding rear seat55
Securing cargo56
Cargo space/Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack57
Side cargo net, Cargo net58
Weight distribution, Handling, Roadholding, Roof racks59
pg. 40 Keys
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Replacing the battery
1. Open the remote control by twisting a coin in the ring between the front and rear sections (leave the ring in place).
2. Replace the battery, with the plus-side upward (see illustration).
3. Reinstall the cover, making sure it is secured tightly.
pg. 45 Trunk/Tailgate, Glove compartment
Opening/unlocking the trunk/tailgate
The trunk/tailgate locks are incorporated in the central locking system and are locked or unlocked when the driver's
door is locked/unlocked.
Once unlocked, the trunk/tailgate may be opened by pushing in on the lock cylinder while raising the trunk lid/tailgate.
A - Remove key vertically : Trunk/tailgate remains locked (disconnected from the central locking system).
B - Turn key clockwise and remove: Trunk/tailgate are locked/unlocked with the central locking system.
C - Turn key counterclockwise: Insert key and open lock without using central locking system. The key cannot be
removed.
Glove compartment
The glove compartment can be locked with the key.
A unlocked
B locked

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The screwdriver is combined with the socket wrench. The tools can be alternated by pulling the shaft out of the handle
and re-inserting the opposite end of the shaft into the handle.
Removing the jack
Remove the spare tire out. Loosen the jack slightly by turning the axle (1) and remove it from the retaining clip.
Replacing the jack
Put the jack in the clip and turn axle (1) until the jack is securely in place.
Replace the tools in the same place.
WARNING!
The jack (see the following pages) must be correctly placed in the jack attachment.
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 position P.
Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or large stones.
The jack should be kept well-greased.
Use gloves
pg. 87 Tire changing
Changing a tire
Engage the parking brake.
Put the gear selector in (P)ark.
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Installing high/low beam headlight bulbs
Insert the new bulb in the headlight unit
Reconnect the connector and wiring.
Press the retaining spring over the connector/bulb until it clicks into position.
Reinstall the rubber cover at the rear of the headlight unit.
Put the hard plastic cover in place above the headlight housing and press the tab down to secure the cover.
NOTE: Never touch the glass of a bulb with your fingers: this could leave traces of grease or oil on the glass which
then evaporate and may damage the reflector.
Side marker lamp replacement
Slide the lamp insert backward and pull out. Try to loosen the lamp insert with your fingers if possible. Otherwise use
a stiff piece of plastic or wood to protect the paint. Turn the bulb holder counter-clockwise and pull out. Replace with
a new bulb. Press in the bulb holder and twist clockwise. Reinstall the lamp insert by pressing it into the bodywork.
pg. 91 Replacing bulbs
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When washing or steam cleaning the engine, avoid spraying water or steam directly on the electrical components or
toward the rear side of the engine.
After cleaning the engine, the spark plug wells should be inspected for water and blown dry if necessary.
Suitable detergents
Special car washing detergents should be used. A suitable mixture is about 2.5 fl. oz. (8.5 cl) of detergent to 2.6 US
gal. (10 liters) of warm water. After washing with a detergent the car should be well rinsed with clean water.
WARNING!
When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes several times in order to remove any
moisture from the brake linings.
Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This may constitute a fire risk.
NOTE: When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills. Painted Bumpers:
Wash the painted bumpers with the same cleaning agent used on the rest of the car. Never clean the bumpers with
gasoline or paint thinner. Difficult spots can be removed with denatured alcohol. To avoid scratches, do not dry the
bumpers with paper.
pg. 104 Automatic car washing, Polishing and waxing
Automatic washing simple and quick
Brushless car washes are recommended. An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is
worth remembering that it may not be as thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge and water.
Keeping the underbody clean is most important, especially in the winter. Some automatic washers do not have
facilities for washing the underbody.
Before driving into an automatic wash, make sure that side view mirrors, auxiliary lamps, etc., are secure, otherwise
there is risk of the machine dislodging them. You should also lower the antenna (sedans).
We do NOT recommend washing your car in an automatic wash during the first six months because the paint
will not have hardened sufficiently.
Polishing and waxing
Normally, polishing is not required during the first year after delivery, however, waxing is recommended.
Before applying polish or wax the car must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar
remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing compound.
After polishing use liquid or paste wax.
Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax.
Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing of a dull surface.
A wide range of polymer-based car waxes can be purchased today. These waxes are easy to use and produce a long-
lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and fading.
Note: Polishing removes oxidized paint from the surface. This
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pg. 105 Cleaning the upholstery
Cleaning the upholstery
The fabric can be cleaned with soapy water or a detergent. For more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream, shoe
polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric stain remover.
The plastic in the upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution.
Leather upholstery/suede-like upholstery (Alcantera™) can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution.
For more difficult spots, Volvo offers a leather care kit.
Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agents be used on the plastic or the leather
since these can cause damage.
Cleaning the seat belt
Clean only with lukewarm water and mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats
The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially during winter when they should be taken out
for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent. Make sure the carpets are properly secured in
the fixation points on the floor.
Bear in mind
Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the coloring can spread.
Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding.
Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center.
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