cruise control VOLVO V70 2008 Owners Manual

3 Contents
03 Your driving environment
Instruments and controls72
Ignition modes80
Seats82
Steering wheel87
Lighting89
Wipers and washers96
Power windows99
Mirrors101
Power moonroof103
HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver (option)105
Starting the engine
109
Transmission112
Brakes115
Hill Descent Control (HDC)117
Electric parking brake119
04 Comfort and driving pleasure
Menus and messages124
Climate system128
Audio system136
Trip computer149
Compass151
Stability system153
Active chassis system-Four C155
Cruise control156
Adaptive Cruise Control-ACC158
Distance Alert165
Collision Warning with Auto-
brake (option)168
Driver Alert System -option
173
Park assist (option)178
Blind Spot Information System
(option)182
Passenger compartment
convenience186
05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
192
Refueling196
Loading202
Cargo area208
Towing a trailer213
Emergency towing216
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06 Maintenance and specifications
Volvo maintenance 220
Maintaining your car221
Hood and engine compartment223
Engine oil224
Fluids226
Replacing bulbs228
Wiper blades and washer fluid235
Battery237
Fuses240
Wheels and tires245
Vehicle care265
Label information270
Specifications272
Volvo programs281
07 Index
Index282
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The information displays show information on some of the vehicle's functions, such as cruise control, the trip
computer and messages. The information is shown with text and symbols.
More detailed information can be found in the descriptions of the functions that use the information displays.
Gauges
Speedometer
Fuel gauge, see also the section on refueling beginning on page 197.
The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not drive continuously with
the needle in the red area of the gauge. The engine management system will automatically prevent excessively high
engines speeds. This will be noticeable as a pronounced unevenness in engine speed.
Indicator, information, and warning symbols
Indicator and information symbols
Indicator and warning symbols
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Adjusting
Lever for releasing/locking the steering wheel
Possible positions
The steering wheel can be adjusted for both height and reach:
1. Pull the lever toward you to release the steering wheel.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the position that suits you.
3. Push back the lever to fix the steering wheel in place. If the lever is difficult to push into place, press the steering
wheel lightly at the same time as you push the lever.
WARNING
Never adjust the steering wheel while driving.
With speed-dependent power steering (option) the level of steering force can be adjusted, see page 155
.
Keypads
Cruise control, see page 156


Adaptive cruise control (option), see page 158
.
Audio controls, see page 124.
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Menus and messages 124
Climate system128
Audio system136
Trip computer149
Compass151
Stability system153
Active chassis system-Four C155
Cruise control156
Adaptive Cruise Control-ACC158
Distance Alert165
Collision Warning with Auto-brake (option)168
Driver Alert System -option173
Park assist (option)178
Blind Spot Information System (option)182
Passenger compartment convenience186
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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.
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Operation
Standby mode
Resume set speed
Deactivating
Activate/set speed
Set speed indicator (parentheses indicate standby mode)
Engaging the cruise control function
Before a speed can be set, the cruise control system must be engaged (put in standby mode).
To do so, press the CRUISE button
. The symbol illuminates and the text (---) mph indicates that cruise
control is in standby mode.
NOTE
This does not set the vehicle's speed.
Setting a speed
Use the
or buttons set the vehicle's current speed. The set speed is shown in the display.
NOTE
Cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 20 mph (30 km/h).
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Adjusting the set speed
After a speed has been set, it can be increased or decreased by using the
or buttons.
Press and hold down or until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. This will become the set speed when the
button is released.
Press or for approximately a half second and release the button to increase or decrease vehicle speed by
approximately 1 mph (1.6 km/h).
NOTE
A temporary increase in speed by pressing the accelerator pedal, for less than 1 minute (e.g. when passing another
car), does not affect the current cruise control setting. The vehicle will automatically return to the previously set
speed when the accelerator pedal is released.
If one of the cruise control buttons is kept depressed for more than approx. 1 minute cruise control is disengaged.
The engine must then be switched off in order to reset cruise control.
Automatic deactivation
Cruise control is automatically deactivated temporarily if one of the following occurs:
If the speed drops below approximately 20 mph (30 km/h).
When the brake pedal is depressed.
If the gear selector is moved to position N.
During wheel spin or wheel lock-up.
If the vehicle's speed is increased by using the accelerator pedal for more than 1 minute.
The currently set speed will be saved in the system's memory.
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Temporary deactivation
The driver can temporarily deactivate cruise control by pressing 0. The saved speed is shown in brackets in the
information display.
Resume set speed
If cruise control has been deactivated temporarily, it can be reactivated by pressing
. The vehicle's speed returns to
the most recently set speed.
WARNING
There may be a significant increase in speed after the
button has been pressed.
Deactivation
Cruise control is disengaged with CRUISE , by putting the gear selector in Neutral, or by switching off the engine. The
set speed is cleared.
WARNING
Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Cruise control may not
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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).
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WARNING
Adaptive cruise control is not a collision avoidance system. The driver is always responsible for applying the
brakes if the system does not detect another vehicle.
Adaptive cruise control does not react to slow moving or stationary vehicles.
The distance to the vehicle ahead (in the same lane) is measured by a radar sensor. Your vehicle's speed is regulated by
acceleration and braking. The brakes may emit a sound when they are being modulated by the adaptive cruise control
system. This is normal.
WARNING
The brake pedal moves when the adaptive cruise control system modulates the brakes. Do not rest your foot under
the brake pedal.
The adaptive cruise control system is designed to follow the vehicle ahead of you in the same lane, at a set time
interval.
If the radar sensor has not detected a vehicle ahead, the system will then attempt to maintain the set speed. This is also
the case if the speed of the vehicle ahead exceeds the speed that you have set.
The adaptive cruise control system is designed to smoothly regulate speed. However, the driver must apply the brakes
in situations that require immediate braking. This applies when there are great differences in speed between vehicles,
or if the vehicle ahead brakes suddenly.
WARNING
Due to limitations in the radar sensor, braking may occur unexpectedly or not at all, see page 162
.
Adaptive cruise control can only be activated at speeds above 20 mph (30 km/h). If speed falls below 20 mph (30
km/h) or if engine speed (rpm) becomes too low, adaptive cruise control disengages and will no longer modulate the
brakes. In situations when adaptive cruise control cannot be activated Cruise Control Unavailable is shown in the
display, see page 168
.
WARNING
When adaptive cruise control disengages, the brakes will not be modulated automatically. The driver must assume
full control over the vehicle.
Warning light -driver braking required
Adaptive cruise control has a braking capacity that is equivalent to approximately 30% of the vehicle's total braking
capacity. In situations requiring more brake force than ACC can provide, if the driver does not apply the brakes, an
audible signal will sound and a red warning light will illuminate in the windshield to alert the driver to react.
NOTE
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Strong sunlight, reflections, extreme light contrasts, the use of sunglasses, or if the driver is not looking straight
ahead may make the visual warning signal in the windshield difficult to see.
WARNING
Cruise control only warns of vehicles detected by the radar sensor, see page 162
. In some cases there may be no
warning or the warning may be delayed. The driver should always apply the brakes when necessary.
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Adaptive Cruise Control-ACC
Operation
Activate and resume settings, increase speed
Standby mode, On/Off
Set a time interval
Activate and set a speed
Set speed (parentheses indicate standby mode)
Time interval while it is being set
Time interval after it has been set
Engaging the cruise control function
Before ACC can be used, it must first be put in standby mode.
To do so, press
. The symbol illuminates in the display and (---) indicate that ACC is in standby mode.
Setting a speed
Use the
or buttons to store (set) the vehicle's current speed. The set speed, for example 55 mph , is shown in
the display.
NOTE
Adaptive cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 20 mph (30 km/h).
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The "car" symbol illuminates on the left side of the display when the radar sensor detects another
vehicle ahead. The distance to a vehicle ahead is only regulated when this symbol is illuminated.
Adjusting the set speed
After a speed has been set, it can be increased or decreased by using the
or buttons.
When the system is in active mode, the
button has the same function as , but results in a smaller increase in
speed.
NOTE
If one of the adaptive cruise control buttons is pressed for more than approximately one minute, ACC will be
deactivated. The engine must then be switched off and restarted to reset ACC.
In some situations cruise control cannot be activated. Cruise Control Unavailable is shown in the display, see page
168.
Setting a time interval
The set time interval to vehicles ahead is increased with
and decreased with . The current time interval
is shown briefly in the display following adjustment.
Five different time intervals can be selected and are shown in the display as 1-5 horizontal bars. The
greater the number of bars, the longer the time interval.
At low speeds, when the distance to the vehicle ahead is short, ACC increases the time interval slightly.
In order to follow the vehicle ahead as smoothly as possible, ACC allows the time
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interval to vary considerably in certain situations.
WARNING
Only use a time interval that is suitable in current traffic conditions.
A short time interval gives the driver limited reaction time if an unexpected situation occurs in traffic.
The number of bars indicating the selected time interval are shown while the setting is being made and for several
seconds afterward. A smaller version of the symbol is then shown to the right in the display. The same symbol is also
displayed when Distance Alert is activated, see page 165
.
Deactivating and resuming settings
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