catalytic converter VOLVO XC60 2015 Owner´s Manual

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Fuel requirements
Deposit control gasoline (detergentadditives)
Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas- oline to control engine deposits. Detergentgasoline is effective in keeping injectors andintake valves clean. Consistent use of depositcontrol gasolines will help ensure good driva-bility and fuel economy. If you are not surewhether the gasoline contains deposit controladditives, check with the service station oper-ator.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of external fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuelEach Volvo has a three-way catalytic con- verter and must use only unleaded gasoline.U.S. and Canadian regulations require thatpumps delivering unleaded gasoline belabeled "UNLEADED". Only these pumpshave nozzles which fit your vehicle's fillerinlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuelinto a vehicle labeled "unleaded gasolineonly". Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxy-gen sensor system. Repeated use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of theemission control system and could result inloss of emission warranty coverage. Stateand local vehicle inspection programs willmake detection of misfueling easier, possiblyresulting in emission test failure for misfueledvehicles.
NOTE
Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines con- tain an octane enhancing additive calledmethyl-cyclopentadienyl manganese tri-carbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used,your Emission Control System perform-ance may be affected, and the CheckEngine Light (malfunction indicator light)located on your instrument panel maylight. If this occurs, please return yourvehicle to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers, "Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols orethers. In some areas, state or local lawsrequire that the service pump be marked indi- cating use of alcohols or ethers. However,there are areas in which the pumps areunmarked. If you are not sure whether there isalcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy,check with the service station operator. Tomeet seasonal air quality standards, someareas require the use of "oxygenated" fuel. Volvo allows the use of the following "oxy- genated" fuels; however, the octane ratingslisted on page 287 must still be met.
Alcohol – EthanolFuels containing up to 10% ethanol by vol- ume may be used. Ethanol may also be refer-red to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol". Ethers – MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.
MethanolDo not use gasolines containing methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practicecan result in vehicle performance deteriora-tion and can damage critical parts in the fuelsystem. Such damage may not be coveredunder the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

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Manually opening the fuel filler door
If necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened manually:
1. Open the side hatch in the cargo area (onthe same side as the fuel filler door).
2. Grasp the handle on the green cord.
3. Gently pull the cord straight rearward until the fuel filler door clicks open.
Opening/closing the fuel cap
Fuel vapor expands in hot weather. Open the filler cap slowly. After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place.
CAUTION
•Do not refuel with the engine running 3
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Turn the ignition off or to position I. If
the ignition is on, an incorrect reading could occur in the fuel gauge.
• Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do notpress the handle on the filler nozzlemore than one extra time. Too muchfuel in the tank in hot weather condi-tions can cause the fuel to overflow.Overfilling could also cause damage tothe emission control systems.
Emission controls
Three-way catalytic converter
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Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involvingthe electrical, fuel or distributor ignitionsystems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Donot continue to operate your vehicle ifyou detect engine misfire, noticeable lossof power or other unusual operating con-ditions, such as engine overheating orbackfiring. A properly tuned engine will
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If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

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help avoid malfunctions that could dam- age the three-way catalytic converter.
• Do not park your vehicle over combusti-ble materials, such as grass or leaves,which can come into contact with the hotexhaust system and cause such materialsto ignite under certain wind and weatherconditions.
• Excessive starter cranking (in excess ofone minute), or an intermittently firing orflooded engine can cause three-way cat-alytic converter or exhaust system over-heating.
• Remember that tampering or unauthor-ized modifications to the engine, theEngine Control Module, or the vehiclemay be illegal and can cause three-waycatalytic converter or exhaust systemoverheating. This includes: altering fuelinjection settings or components, alteringemission system components or locationor removing components, and/or repea-ted use of leaded fuel.
NOTE
Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with three-way catalytic converters.
Heated oxygen sensorsThe heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxy- gen content of the exhaust gases. Readings are fed into a control module that continu-ously monitors engine functions and controlsfuel injection. The ratio of fuel to air into theengine is continuously adjusted for efficientcombustion to help reduce harmful emis-sions.

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emergency brake assistance.............. 143
fluid..................................................... 386
general information............................. 142
Bulbs cargo area lighting.............................. 353
headlights........................... 348, 349, 350
introduction......................................... 348
license plate lights.............................. 352
specifications...................................... 353
taillight................................................ 352
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Camera, Park Assist................................ 196
Capacity weight....................................... 316Cargo areachanging bulbs................................... 353
steel grid............................................. 295
Cargo area cover..................................... 295
Cargo area net......................................... 296
Catalytic converter................................... 289
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 267
Cell phone voice control.......................... 276
Central locking system, introduction......... 58
Chains...................................................... 319 Check Engine warning light....................... 82Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 40
Child restraint systems.............................. 41 booster cushions.................................. 48
convertible seats.................................. 45
infant seats........................................... 43
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 49
top tether anchors................................ 51
Child safety................................................ 38 booster cushions.................................. 48
child restraint systems.......................... 41
convertible seats.................................. 45
infant seats........................................... 43
Child safety locks...................................... 55
City safety................................................ 171
Climate system........................................ 221 air distribution............................. 216, 223
air vents.............................................. 217
Interior Air Quality System.................. 216
introduction......................................... 215
passenger compartment filter............ 216
refrigerant........................................... 215
Clock, setting............................................. 86
Cold weather driving................................ 284
Collision warning system................. 177, 178 Compass in rearview mirror..................... 115
Conserving electrical current................... 284
Controls, center console.......................... 239
Convertible seats....................................... 45
Coolant............................................ 346, 386
Cooling system, general information....... 283
Corner traction control............................. 150
Courtesy lighting.............................. 104, 105
Crash event data......................................... 9
Crash mode............................................... 36
Cruise control.................................. 155, 156
adaptive.............................................. 157
Curb weight............................................. 316
Current, conserving................................. 284
Cyclist detection...................................... 177
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Daytime running lights............................... 99
Defroster.................................................. 221
Detachable key blade................................ 64
Dimensions.............................................. 382

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Supplemental restraint system.................. 21
warning light......................................... 84
Symbols, overview................................... 389
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Tailgate driving with it open............................. 282
locking/unlocking.................................. 71
opening manually................................. 72
power operated.................................. 291
wiper/washer...................................... 108
Tailgate wipers......................................... 356
Taillights, changing bulbs........................ 352Temperature sensor ambient................................................. 85
Temporary spare tire............................... 320
Three-way catalytic converter................. 289
Tire designations..................................... 313
Tire inflation pressure.............................. 312
Tire Pressure Monitoring System.... 331, 332 indicator light........................................ 83
Tires......................................................... 306 age...................................................... 306
changing from summer to winter........ 307 glossary of terms................................ 315
improving economy............................ 307
inflation pressure................................ 309
inflation pressure table....................... 312
load ratings......................................... 311
rotation............................................... 306
Self-supporting run flat tires (SST)..... 333
snow................................................... 319
spare................................................... 320
specifications...................................... 310
speed ratings...................................... 310
storing................................................. 308
studded............................................... 319
tire pressure monitoring system......... 331
tire sealing system.............................. 321
tread wear indicator............................ 307
uniform tire quality grading................. 318
Tire sealing system.................................. 321 Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 51
Touching up paint.................................... 376
Towing a trailer................................ 299, 300 trailer hitch.......................................... 300
Towing the vehicle................................... 302
Traction control........................................ 150 Trailer towing................................... 299, 300
trailer hitch.......................................... 300
Transmission general description..................... 128, 129
Hill Start Assist................................... 128
oil........................................................ 386
shiftlock override................................ 131
Tread wear indicator................................ 307
Trip computer.......................................... 224
Trip odometers.......................................... 86
Trips, long distance................................. 284
Tunnel detection...................................... 102
Turn signals............................................. 104 changing bulbs................................... 351
indicator lights...................................... 83
Two-stage booster cushion....................... 52
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading................... 318
Unlocking the tailgate................................ 71
Unlocking the vehicle.......................... 61, 70
Upholstery care....................................... 375