fuel cap VOLVO V60 2016 Owner´s Manual
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Checking the levelThe fluid reservoir is concealed under the round cover at the rear of the engine com-partment. The round cover must be removedfirst before the reservoir cap can beaccessed. Check, without removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir. Fluid type: DOT 4 boiling point >536 °F
(>280 °C).Replace : The fluid should be replaced
according to the intervals specified in the Warranty and Service Records Informationbooklet. When driving under extremely hard condi- tions (mountain driving, etc), it may be neces-sary to replace the fluid more often. Consult atrained and qualified Volvo service technician. Always entrust brake fluid changing to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
• If the fluid level is below the
MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a brake-related message is shown in the informationdisplay: DO NOT DRIVE . Have the car
towed to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician and have the brakesystem inspected.
• Dot 4 should never be mixed with anyother type of brake fluid.
Filling1. Turn and open the cover.
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the
fluid. The level must be between the MIN
and MAX marks.
Engine compartment – power steering fluid
The fluid level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. For capacities and recom-
mended fluid grade, see Fuel tank volume – specification and volume (p. 384).
Check the level frequently. It does not nor- mally require changing.
WARNING
If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the vehicle has noelectrical current and must be towed, it isstill possible to steer the vehicle. However,keep in mind that greater effort will berequired to turn the steering wheel.
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Washing the car
The vehicle should be washed at regular inter- vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spotsadhere to the paint and may cause damage.To help prevent corrosion, it is particularlyimportant to wash the car frequently in thewintertime. The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning the car: •Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight. Doing so may cause detergents and waxto dry out and become abrasive. To avoidscratching, use lukewarm water to softenthe dirt before you wash with a softsponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
• Bird droppings
: Remove from paintwork
as soon as possible. Otherwise the finishmay be permanently damaged.
• A detergent can be used to facilitate thesoftening of dirt and oil.
• Dry the car with a clean chamois andremember to clean the drain holes in thedoors and rocker panels.
• Tar spots can be removed with tarremover after the car has been washed.
• A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapywater can be used to clean the wiperblades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-shield and wiper blades improves visibilityconsiderably and also helps prolong theservice life of the wiper blades. •
Wash off the dirt from the underside(wheel housings, fenders, etc).
• In areas of high industrial fallout, morefrequent washing is recommended.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in thedoors and sills.
CAUTION
• During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece must never becloser to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm).Do not spray into the locks.
• Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights canreduce lighting capacity considerably.Clean the headlights regularly, forexample when refueling.
Special moonroof cautions:
• Always close the moonroof and sunshade before washing your vehicle.
• Never use abrasive cleaning agents onthe moonroof.
• Never use wax on the rubber sealsaround the moonroof.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special clean- ing products, available at your Volvo retailer, for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or orna-mental components such as chromed stripson the exterior of your vehicle. The instruc-tions for using these products should be fol-lowed carefully. Solvents or stain removersshould not be used.
CAUTION
•
Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rubber components
• Polishing chromed strips can wearaway or damage the surface
• Polishes containing abrasive sub-stances should not be used
Related information
•
Polishing and waxing (p. 365)
• Cleaning the interior (p. 366)
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11 Specifications
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Power steering – specification
This fluid is used to help reduce and regulate steering force. Specification:Power steering fluid recom-
mended by Volvo.
Related information
• Engine compartment – power steering fluid (p. 337)
Fuel tank volume – specification and volume
The table lists the fuel tank volume for your vehicle.
VolumeSpecification
17.8 US gallons (67.5 lit- ers)–
Related information
•Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler door (p. 283)
• Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap(p. 284)
• Refueling – octane rating (p. 282)
• Engine specifications (p. 380)
Air conditioning – specification and volume
The air conditioning system in your vehicle contains the following: Refrigerant
: R134a (HFC134a)
Volume: 1.7 lbs (770 g)
Compressor oil : PAG
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Electronic oil level sensor........................ 334
Electronic stability control....................... 169Emergency locking retractor...................... 47
Emergency starting.................................. 256
Emergency towing................... 289, 290, 291
Emission inspection readiness................ 329Engine overheating........................................... 73
specifications...................................... 380
Start/Stop........... 262, 263, 264, 265, 266
starting................................................ 252
switching off............................... 254, 255
Engine compartment overview................ 332
Engine Drag Control (EDC)...................... 170
Engine oil................................................. 381 checking............................................. 333
low pressure warning light.................... 72
volumes.............................................. 382
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 254
Environment............................................... 22
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 326 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 318 Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 367
placing correctly................................. 252
Fluid specifications.......................... 383, 384
Fog lights................................................... 71 rear........................................................ 92
Four C (active chassis system)................ 169
Front airbags.............................................. 33 disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 36
Front park assist.............................. 232, 240
Front seats................................................. 78 heated................................................. 127
Fuel filler cap........................................... 284
Fuel filler door, opening................... 283, 284
Fuel level warning light.............................. 71
Fuel requirements............................ 281, 282
Fuel tank volume..................................... 384
Fuses....................................... 353, 354, 361
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System........................................ 106, 107
Gasoline requirements............................. 282
Gas tank volume...................................... 384 Gauges...................................................... 66
Geartronic................................................ 259
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 259
Generator warning light............................. 73
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 307
Grocery bag holder.................................. 141
Gross vehicle weight............................... 306
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Hazard warning flashers............................ 93 Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 90
active high beams................................. 88
changing bulbs... 339, 340, 341, 342, 343
daytime running lights.......................... 87
high/low beams.................................... 88
high beam flash.................................... 88
tunnel detection.................................... 90
Headlight washers..................................... 97
Head restraints, rear seat.................... 82, 83
Heated front seats................................... 127
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 285
Heated rear seats.................................... 127
Heated steering wheel............................... 86
Heated windshield........................... 102, 129
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Rear park assist............................... 232, 240
Rear seat head restraints........................... 83 Rear seats center head restraint............................. 82
folding............................................. 82, 84
heated................................................. 127
Rearview mirror auto-dim function............................... 102
compass............................................. 103
Rear window defroster............................ 102
Recalls....................................................... 26
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 47
Refrigerant............................................... 384
Refueling.......................................... 281, 282 fuel filler cap....................................... 284
fuel filler door.............................. 283, 284
fuel tank volume................................. 384
Registering child restraints........................ 47 Remote control private locking.................................... 152
Remote key...................... 146, 147, 150, 153 approach lighting................................ 149
immobilizer......................................... 148
key blade.... 146, 147, 150, 151, 152, 153
locking the vehicle.............................. 149
replacing the battery........................... 154
unlocking the vehicle.......................... 149 Reporting safety defects............................ 27
Roadside Assistance................................. 24
Road sign information (RSI)..................... 174
Roof loads............................................... 139
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Safety, occupant........................................ 26
Safety defects, reporting........................... 27
Safety mode.............................................. 44Seat belt
reminder................................................ 30
Seat belts Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor......................... 47
buckling................................................ 29
maintenance......................................... 29
pretensioners........................................ 28
reminder................................................ 30
reminder warning light.......................... 72
securing child restraint systems.... 49,51, 54
unbuckling............................................ 29
use during pregnancy........................... 31
using..................................................... 28
Seats, front.......................................... 78, 79
Sensus..................................................... 110 Service
connected service booking................ 329
Shiftlock..................................................... 14 override............................................... 261
Side door mirrors............................. 100, 101
Side impact airbags................................... 39
Sign information (RSI).............................. 174
Snow chains............................................ 309
Snow tires........................................ 309, 310
Spare tire................................................. 299
Spin control..................................... 169, 170
SRS............................................................ 31
Stability system....................... 169, 170, 172 Corner Traction Control (CTC)............ 170
Engine Drag Control (EDC)................. 170
indicator light........................................ 71
Start/Stop (engine function)..... 262, 263, 264, 265, 266
Starting the engine.................................. 252 remote start........................................ 254
with keyless drive............................... 252
Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode).............. 44, 45
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)...................... 148
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 143