air filter VOLVO V50 2009 Owner´s Manual

03 ClimateGeneral information
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Air conditioning – A/CYour car is equipped with a climate control
system that includes either manually adjusta-
ble air conditioning or optional Electronic Cli-
mate Control (ECC).
The air conditioning system can be switched
off, but for optimal air quality in the passenger
compartment and to prevent the windows from
fogging, the air conditioning should be left on
– even in cool weather.
NOTE
In warm weather, a small amount of water
may accumulate under the car when it has
been parked. This water is condensation
from the A/C system and is normal.Ice and snowAlways keep the air intake grille at the base of
the windshield free of snow.
Fog on the inside of the windowsThe defroster function should be used to
remove fog or mist from the inside of the win-
dows. Keeping the windows clean with a com-
mercially available window washing spray will
also help prevent fogging or mistingClimate control maintenanceSpecial tools and equipment are required to
maintain and carry out repairs on the climate
system. Work of this type should only be done
by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.RefrigerantVolvo cares about the environment. The air
conditioning system in your car contains a
CFC-free refrigerant – R134a. This substance
will not deplete the ozone layer. The system
contains 1.2 lbs (530 g) R134a (HFC 134a), and
uses PAG oil.
Passenger compartment filterReplace the cabin air filter with a new one at
the recommended intervals. Please refer to
your Warranty and Service Records Informa-
tion booklet, or consult a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for these intervals.
The filter should be replaced more often when
driving under dirty and dusty conditions. The
filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should
always be replaced with a new one.
NOTE
There are different types of cabin air filters.
Ensure that the correct type is installed.DisplayThe display above the climate control panel
shows the climate settings that have been
made.Personal settingsThere are two functions in the climate system
that can be set to your preferences:•
Blower speed to Auto mode (models with
ECC only).
•
Timer controlled recirculation of the air in
the passenger compartment.

06 Starting and drivingGeneral information
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Economical driving conserves natural
resourcesBetter driving economy may be obtained by
thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops
and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to
immediate traffic conditions.
Observe the following rules:•
Bring the engine to normal operating tem-
perature as soon as possible by driving
with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for
the first few minutes of operation. A cold
engine uses more fuel and is subject to
increased wear.
•
Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle
for driving short distances. This does not
allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
•
Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration
and hard braking.
•
Use the transmission's Drive (D) position
as often as possible and avoid using kick-
down.
•
Do not exceed posted speed limits.
•
Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra
load) in the vehicle.
•
Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire
pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
•
Remove snow tires when threat of snow or
ice has ended.
•
Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,
increase air resistance and also fuel con-
sumption.
•
At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-
tion will be lower with the air conditioning
on and the windows closed than with the
air conditioning off and the windows open.
•
Using the onboard trip computer's fuel
consumption modes can help you learn
how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage
are:•
Dirty air cleaner
•
Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
•
Dragging brakes
•
Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others
are checked at the standard maintenance
intervals.
WARNING
Driving with the tailgate open: Driving with
the tailgate open could lead to poisonous
exhaust gases entering the passenger com-
partment. If the tailgate must be kept open
for any reason, proceed as follows:
1. Close the windows.
2. Set the ventilation system control to air
flow to floor, windshield and side win-
dows and the blower control to its high-
est setting.Weight distribution affects handlingAt the specified curb weight your vehicle has a
tendency to understeer, which means that the
steering wheel has to be turned more than
might seem appropriate for the curvature of a
bend. This ensures good stability and reduces
the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that
these properties can alter with the vehicle load.
The heavier the load in the cargo area, the less
the tendency to understeer.

12 Index
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277
fluid.....................................................219
general information............................. 153
Bulbs
headlights........................................... 223
list of................................................... 272
Bulbs, replacing....................................... 223
CCapacities, fluids..................................... 267
Capacity weight............................... 183, 265
Cargo area
steel grid............................................. 113
Cargo area cover..................................... 113
Cargo area net................................. 114, 115
Catalytic converter, three-way................. 274
CD changer.............................................. 249
CD player................................................. 249
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 254
Central locking system - remote control. 118
Chains...................................................... 186
Changing a wheel.................................... 190
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 45Child restraint systems.............................. 36
booster cushions.................................. 41
convertible seats.................................. 39
infant seats........................................... 37
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 42
top tether anchors................................ 44
Child safety................................................ 34
booster cushions.................................. 41
child restraint systems.......................... 36
convertible seats.................................. 39
infant seats........................................... 37
Child safety locks....................................129
Climate system
air distribution....................................... 99
air vents................................................ 92
Electronic Climate Control.................... 96
manual climate control......................... 93
passenger compartment filter.............. 90
refrigerant.....................................90, 267
Climate system, general information......... 90
Clock
setting...................................................82
Coat hanger............................................. 108
Cold weather precautions........................ 137
Compact disc care..................................251
Compass in rearview mirror....................... 77Conserving electrical current................... 138
Convertible seats....................................... 39
Coolant.................................................... 267
changing............................................. 218
checking level of................................. 218
Courtesy lighting...................................... 105
Crash mode............................................... 33
Cruise control............................................ 68
Cup holders.....................................107, 109
Curb weight.....................................183, 265
DDetachable key blade.............................. 120
Detachable trailer hitch............................ 162
Dimensions.............................................. 264
Disabling the passenger's side front air-
bag............................................................. 26
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 26
Display....................................................... 58
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 243
Door mirrors............................................... 78