lights VOLVO XC60 2009 Owner´s Manual

01 SafetyOccupant safety 01
12 Volvo\fs concern for safety
Safety is Volvo\fs cornerstone. Our concern
dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled
off the production line. Three-point seat belts
(a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-
absorbing impact zones were designed into
Volvo vehicles long before it was fashionable
or required by government regulation.
We will not compromize our commitment to
safety. We continue to seek out new safety
features and to refine those already in our vehi-
cles. You can help. We would appreciate hear-
ing your suggestions about improving automo-
bile safety. We also want to know if you ever
have a safety concern with your vehicle. Call us
in the U.S. at: 1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at:
1-800-663-8255.
Occupant safety remindersHow safely you drive doesn\ft depend on how
old you are but rather on:
\b
How well you see.
\b Your ability to concentrate.
\b How quickly you make decisions under
stress to avoid an accident.
The following suggestions are intended to help
you cope with the ever changing traffic envi-
ronment. \b
Never drink and drive.
\b If you are taking any medication, consult
your physician about its potential effects
on your driving abilities.
\b Take a driver-retraining course.
\b Have your eyes checked regularly.
\b Keep your windshield and headlights
clean.
\b Replace wiper blades when they start to
leave streaks.
\b Take into account the traffic, road, and
weather conditions, particularly with
regard to stopping distance.

01 Safety
Occupant Weight Sensor01
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WARNING\b
Never try to open, remove, or repair any
components in the OWS system. This
could result in system malfunction.
Maintenance or repairs should only be
carried out by an a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.
\b The front passenger\fs seat should not
be modified in any way. This could
reduce pressure on the seat cushion,
which might interfere with the OWS sys-
tem\fs function. Passeng-
er\fs seat
occu-
pancy sta-
tus OWS indi-
cator light
status Passeng-
er\fs side
front air-
bag status
Seat unoc-
cupied OWS indica-
tor light
lights up. Passenger\fs
side front
airbag disa-
bled
Seat occu-
pied by low
weight
occupant/
object
A OWS indica-
tor light
lights up Passenger\fs
side front
airbag disa-
bled
Seat occu-
pied by
heavy occu-
pant/object OWS indica-
tor light is
not lit Passenger\fs
side front
airbag ena-
bled
A
Volvo recommends that children always be properly
restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. Do
not assume that the passenger\fs side front airbag is disabled
unless the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is lit.
Make sure the child restraint is properly installed. If there is
any doubt as to the status of the passenger\fs side front air-
bag, move the child restraint to the rear seat.
The OWS is designed to enable (may inflate)
the passenger\fs side front airbag anytime the
system senses that a person of adult size is
sitting properly in the front passenger\fs seat. The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
will be off and remain off.
If a person of adult size is sitting in the front
passenger\fs seat, but the PASSENGER AIR-
BAG OFF indicator lamp is on, it is possible that
the person isn\ft sitting properly in the seat. If
this happens:
\b
Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to
place the seatback in an upright position.
\b Have the person sit upright in the seat,
centered on the seat cushion, with the per-
son\fs legs comfortably extended.
\b Restart the vehicle and have the person
remain in this position for about two
minutes. This will allow the system to
detect that person and enable the pas-
senger\fs frontal airbag.
\b If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator
lamp remains on even after this, the person
should be advised to ride in the rear seat.
This condition reflects limitations of the OWS
classification capability. It does not indicate
OWS malfunction.
ModificationsIf you are considering modifying your vehicle in
any way to accommodate a disability, for
example by altering or adapting the driver\fs or
front passenger\fs seat(s) and/or airbag sys-
tems, please contact Volvo at:

02 Locks and alarm
Remote key and key blade02
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 53
Approach lighting – As you approach the
vehicle, press the button on the remote control
to light the interior lighting, parking lights,
license plate lighting and the lights in the door
mirrors*.
These lights will switch off automatically after
30, 60 or 90 seconds.
Unlock tailgate – Press the button once to
disarm the alarm system and optional move-
ment sensor (the alarm indicator light on the
dashboard will go out), and unlock only the
tailgate.
NOTE
\b
This function also opens the tailgate on
models equipped with the optional
power tailgate.
\b As an added safety precaution, the
parking lights will come on automati-
cally for a short period when the tailgate
has been opened. After closing, the tailgate will not automatically
relock. Press Lock to relock it and rearm the
alarm.
See page 63 for information on unlocking the
tailgate from the passenger compartment. Panic alarm – This button can be used to
attract attention during emergency situations.
To activate the panic alarm, press and hold this
button for at least 3 seconds or press it twice
within 3 seconds. The turn signals and horn will
be activated. The panic alarm will stop auto-
matically after 2 minutes and 45 seconds.
To deactivate, wait approximately 5 seconds
and press the button again.
These lights will switch off automatically after
30, 60 or 90 seconds.
The Panic alarm button will not unlock the vehi-
cle.
RangeThe remote key has a range of approximately
60 ft. (20 m) from the vehicle.
NOTE
Buildings or other obstacles may interfere
with the function of the remote key. The
vehicle can also be locked or unlocked with
the key blade, see page 55. Functions – PCC
Remote key
Lock
Unlock
Approach lighting
Tailgate unlock
1 Panic alarm
Information
Using the information button1.
Press the information button .
2. All of the indicator lights will flash sequen- tially for approximately 7 seconds to indi- 1
This button will also open the tailgate on vehicles equipped with the op\
tional power tailgate. G021078

02 Locks and alarmRemote key and key blade 02
54 cate that the PCC is receiving information
from the vehicle. If any of the buttons are
pressed during this 7-second period,
transmission of information to the PCC will
be interrupted.
NOTE
If none of the indicator lights flash when the
information button has been pressed sev-
eral times from different places in relation to
the vehicle, contact an authorized Volvo
service technician.
The indicator lights provide information
according to the illustration: Steady green light: the vehicle is correctly
locked.
Steady yellow light: the vehicle is not
locked.
Alternatively flashing red lights (Heartbeat
sensor): if the two heartbeat sensor lights
flash, this indicates that someone may be
inside the vehicle. These lights are only
activated if the alarm has been triggered.
Steady red light: the alarm has been trig-
gered.
RangeThe PCC\fs lock and unlock functions have a
range of approximately 60 ft. (20 m) from the
vehicle.
NOTE \b
The approach lighting, panic alarm, and
the functions controlled by the informa-
tion button have a range of approxi-
mately 300 ft (100 m) from the vehicle.
\b Buildings or other obstacles may inter-
fere with the function of the PCC.
Outside of the PCC´s rangeIf the PCC is more than approximately 300 ft
(100 m) from the vehicle when the information
button is pressed, no new information will be
received. The PCC most recently used to lock
or unlock the vehicle will show the vehicle\fs
most recently received status. The indicator
lights will not flash when the information button
is pressed while the PCC is out of range.
If more than one PCC is used to lock/unlock
the vehicle, only the one used most recently will
show the correct locking status.
NOTE If none of the indicator lights illuminate when
the information button is pressed, this may
be because the most recent transmission
between the vehicle and the PCC was inter-
rupted or impeded by buildings or other
objects. G03026
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Locking/unlocking the tailgate Tailgate unlock button on the remote key
Unlocking the tailgate with the remote
key
–
Press the tailgate unlock button on the
remote key to unlock (but not open 1
) the
tailgate.
> The alarm indicator light on the dash- board will go out to indicate that the
alarm is not monitoring the entire vehi-
cle. The accessory movement and incli-
nation sensors will be automatically dis-
connected.
NOTE \b
If the doors are locked while the tailgate
is open, the tailgate will remain
unlocked until the vehicle is relocked by
pressing the Lock button on the remote
control.
\b On keyless drive vehicles, the gear
selector must be in the Park (P) position,
all doors and the tailgate must be
closed and the ignition must be
switched off before the vehicle can be
locked.
Locking the tailgate with the remote key– Press the lock button on the remote.
Unlocking the tailgate from the
passenger compartment –
Press the button on the lighting panel to
unlock (but not open 1
) the tailgate.
NOTE The taillights will illuminate automatically for
a short period when the tailgate has been
opened.
1
This button also opens, but does not close, the tailgate on models equip\
ped with the optional power tailgate. G021093 G021099

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 63
Power tailgate*
Power tailgate closing button
Automatic openingThe power tailgate can be opened automati-
cally in the three ways:
\b
By pressing and holding the but-
ton on the lighting panel until the tailgate
begins to open.
\b By pressing and holding the button
on the remote key until the tailgate begins
to open.
\b By pulling the outer handle on the tailgate.
The taillights illuminate automatically when the
automatic open function is used.
CAUTION Be sure that there is adequate space above
and behind the vehicle before opening the
tailgate automatically.
NOTE
If the tailgate has been opened and closed
continuously for more than 90 seconds, the
automatic function will be deactivated to
avoid overloading the electrical system. The
automatic function can be used again after
approximately 10 minutes.
Automatic closingThe power tailgate can be closed by pressing
the
button on the tailgate (see the illus-
tration) or by pressing it down.
NOTE If the tailgate is pressed down e.g., by the
weight of snow or strong wind, it will close
automatically.
WARNING
Be sure that no one is near the tailgate when
it is opened or closed automatically. The
tailgate should never be obstructed in any
way when it is operated.
Interrupting automatic opening/closingAutomatic opening or closing the tailgate can
be interrupted in four ways:
\b
By pressing the button on the
lighting panel.
\b By pressing the button on the
remote key for several seconds.
\b By pressing the button on the lower edge
of the tailgate.
\b By pulling the outer handle on the tailgate
a second time.
If one of these actions is taken:
\b While the tailgate is being
opened, the
electrical function will be switched off and
the tailgate will be released from the elec-
trical system.
\b While the tailgate is being
closed, it will
return to the fully open position.
Pinch protectionIf the tailgate is obstructed while it is being
operated, the pinch protection function is acti-
vated.
\b If the tailgate is being opened, the electri-
cal function will be switched off and the
tailgate will be released from the electrical
system.
\b If the tailgate is being closed, it will move
in the opposite direction. G017876

03 Your driving environmentInstruments and controls 03
76 The information symbol may also illuminate
together with other symbols.
High beam indicator
This symbol illuminates when the high beam
headlights are on, or if the high beam flash
function is used.
Left turn signal indicator
Right turn signal indicator
NOTE
\b
Both turn signal indicators will flash
when the hazard warning flashers are
used.
\b If either of these indicators flash faster
than normal, the direction indicators are
not functioning properly.
Indicator and warning symbols Symbol Description
Low oil pressure
Parking brake applied
SRS airbags Symbol Description
Seat belt reminder
Generator not charging
Fault in the brake system
Warning symbol
Low oil pressure
If the light comes on while driving, stop the
vehicle, stop the engine immediately, and
check the engine oil level. If the oil level is nor-
mal and the light stays on after restart, have the
vehicle towed to the nearest trained and quali-
fied Volvo service technician. This is normal,
provided it goes off when the engine speed is
increased.
Parking brake applied
This symbol illuminates when the parking
brake is applied. On models equipped with the
electric parking brake, this symbol flashes
while the brake is being applied and then glows
steadily.A flashing symbol means that a fault has been
detected. See the message in the information
display.
Canadian models are equipped with this sym-
bol:
NOTE
This symbol also comes on when the
mechanical parking brake is only slightly
applied.
Airbags – SRS
If this light comes on while the vehicle is being
driven, or remains on for longer than approxi-
mately 10 seconds after the vehicle has been
started, the SRS system\fs diagnostic functions
have detected a fault in a seat belt lock or pre-
tensioner, a front airbag, side impact airbag,
and/or an inflatable curtain. Have the system(s)
inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician as soon as possible.
Seat belt reminder
This symbol comes on for approximately 6 sec-
onds if the driver has not fastened his or her
seat belt.

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Generator not charging
This symbol comes on during driving if a fault
has occurred in the electrical system. Contact
an authorized Volvo workshop.
Engine temperatureEngine overheating can result from low oil or
coolant levels, towing or hard driving at high
heat and altitude, or mechanical malfunction.
Engine overheating will be signaled with text
and a red warning triangle in the middle of the
instrument display. The exact text will depend
on the degree of overheating. It may range
from "HIGH ENGINE TEMP – SLOW
DOWN" to "
HIGH ENGINE TEMP – STOP
ENGINE." If appropriate, other messages,
such as "COOLANT LEVEL LOW" will also be
displayed. If your engine does overheat so that
you must stop the engine, always allow the
engine to cool before attempting to check oil
and coolant levels.
Fault in brake system
If this symbol lights, the brake fluid level may
be too low. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and
check the level in the brake fluid reservoir, see
page 112. If the level in the reservoir is below
MIN, the vehicle should be transported to an
authorized Volvo workshop to have the brake
system checked. Canadian models are equipped with this sym-
bol: If the and symbols come on
at the same time, there may be a fault in the
brake force distribution system.
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe place and turn off
the engine.
2. Restart the engine.
\b If both symbols extinguish, continue driv-
ing.
\b If the symbols remain on, check the level in
the brake fluid reservoir, see page 227. If
the brake fluid level is normal but the sym-
bols are still lit, the vehicle can be driven,
with great care, to an authorized Volvo
workshop to have the brake system
checked.
\b If the level in the reservoir is below
MIN, the
vehicle should be transported to an author-
ized Volvo workshop to have the brake
system checked.
WARNING \b
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a warning message
is displayed in the text window:
DO
NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to
a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician and have the brake system
inspected.
\b If the ABS and Brake system lights are
on at the same time, there is a risk of
reduced vehicle stability.
Warning symbol
The red warning symbol comes on when a fault
has been indicated which could affect the
safety and/or drivability of the vehicle. An
explanatory text is shown on the information
display at the same time. The symbol remains
visible until the fault has been rectified but the
text message can be cleared with the READ
button, see page 123. The warning symbol can
also come on in conjunction with other sym-
bols.
Action:
1.
Stop in a safe place. Do not drive the vehi-
cle further.
2. Read the information on the information display. Implement the action in accord-

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Functions
Ignition slot with remote key, start/stop button
Inserting and removing the remote keyThe various ignition modes are accessed by
inserting the remote key into the ignition slot.
The remote key can be removed from the igni-
tion slot by pressing the key in. It will then be
ejected slightly and can be removed from the
slot. The gear selector must be in position
P
(Park).
NOTE The brake pedal must not be depressed
when accessing ignition modes
I or II.
CAUTION Foreign objects in the ignition slot can
impair function or damage the lock.
Ignition mode 0–
Insert the remote key in the ignition slot.
Ignition mode I–Press the remote key into the ignition slot
and press START/STOP ENGINE.
Ignition mode II–Press the remote key into the ignition slot
and press START/STOP ENGINE for
approx. 2 seconds.
Ignition mode III (engine start)Start the engine, see page 105.
Stopping the engine–
Press START/STOP ENGINE. (If the
engine is running and the vehicle is mov-
ing, keep the button depressed until the
engine stops).
Return to ignition mode 0–Press START/STOP ENGINE to return
from I, II, or III to ignition mode 0. Posi-
tion Function
0 Odometer, clock and tempera-
ture gauge are illuminated. Steer-
ing lock is deactivated. The audio
system can be used.
I Moonroof, power windows, cli-
mate system blower, ECC, wind-
shield wipers can be used.
II The headlights come on. Warn-
ing/indicator lights come on for
5 seconds. All equipment oper-
ates apart from heated seats and
rear window defroster, which
only work when the engine is run-
ning.
III The starter motor will operate
until the engine has started.
Functions with timerThe audio system can be operated without a
key for 15 minutes at a time by pressing the
POWER button. The power windows work for
several minutes after the key has been
removed, although not after the door has been
opened.

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Lighting panel
Overview, light switches
Thumb wheel for adjusting display and
instrument lighting
Rear fog light
Front fog lights
Headlights/parking lights
Instrument lightingIllumination of the display and instrument lights
will vary, depending on ignition mode.
The display lighting is automatically subdued
in darkness and the sensitivity is set with the
thumb wheel.
The intensity of the instrument lighting is
adjusted with the thumb wheel. High/low beam headlights
Headlight switch and lever
Daytime running lights/no
high beams
Parking lights
Low beamsLow beamsWhen the engine is started, the low beams are
activated automatically (daytime running lights)
if the headlight control is in position
0 or .Daytime running lights can be deactivated by
a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian.
NOTE \b
The use of daytime running lights is
mandatory in Canada.
\b Continuous high beams cannot be acti-
vated when the headlight switch is in
position or 0. High beam flash will
function in these positions.
High beam flash– Move the lever toward the steering wheel
to position . The high beams come on
until the lever is released.
High/low beam headlights
Continuous high beams
1. Set the ignition to mode II.
2. With the light switch in position ,
pull the turn signal lever toward the steer-
ing wheel to position to toggle between
high and low beams (this also applies on
models equipped with the optional Dual
Xenon headlights).