maintenance VOLVO XC70 2003 User Guide

2003 VOLVO XC70
l Do not polish or wax your car in direct sunlight (the surface of the ca\
r should not be warmer than
113° F (45° C).
Cleaning the upholstery
l The fabric can be cleaned with soapy water or a detergent. For more difficult spot\
s caused by oil, ice
cream, shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric stain remover.
l The plastic in the upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap soluti\
on.
l Leather upholstery/suede-like upholstery (alcanteraTM) can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild
soap solution. For more difficult spots, Volvo offers a leather care kit\
.
l Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agen\
ts be used on the
plastic or the leather since these can cause damage.
Cleaning the seat belts
Clean only with lukewarm water and mild soap solution.
Cleaning floor mats
The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially\
during winter, when they
should be taken out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed wit\
h a mild detergent.
Stain removal
l Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the c\
oloring can spread.
l Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding.
l Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center.

pg. 129 Maintenance service, Warranty
Maintenance service
Volvo advises you to follow the service program outlined in the Warranty\
and Service Records
Information booklet. This maintenance program contains inspections and s\
ervices necessary for the
proper function of your car. The maintenance services contain several ch\
ecks which require special
instruments and tools and therefore must be performed by a qualified tec\
hnician. To keep your Volvo in
top condition, specify time-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Parts and Ac\
cessories.
The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S.
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The Federal Clean Air Act requires vehicle manufacturers to furnish writ\
ten instructions to the ultimate
purchaser to assure the proper servicing and function of the components \
that control emissions. These
services, which are listed in the "Warranty and Service Records Informat\
ion booklet," are not covered
by the warranty. You will be required to pay for labor and material used\
.
Maintenance services
Your Volvo passed several major inspections before it was delivered to y\
ou, in accordance with Volvo
specifications. The maintenance services outlined in the Warranty and Se\
rvice Records Information
booklet, many of which will positively affect your vehicle's emissions, \
should be performed as
indicated. It is recommended that receipts for vehicle emission services\
be retained in case questions
arise concerning maintenance.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is\
observed or suspected.
Page 128 provides information about maintenance of emission-related components.
Applicable warranties - U.S.
In accordance with applicable U.S. and Canadian regulations, the followi\
ng list of warranties is
provided.
l New Car Limited Warranty
l Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
l Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty
l Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint Systems Limited Warranty
l Emission Design and Defect Warranty
l Emission Performance Warranty
These are the Federal warranties; other warranties are provided as requi\
red by state/provincial law. Refer
to your separate Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for de\
tailed information concerning
each of the warranties.






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engine warm up and cooling.
Changing coolant
Normally, the coolant does not need to be changed. If the system must be\
drained, consult your Volvo
retailer.
NOTE: Do not top off with water only. This reduces the rust-protective and ant\
ifreeze qualities of the
coolant and has a lower boiling point. It can also cause damage to the c\
ooling system if it should freeze.
Top off with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze only.
CAUTION:
The cooling system must always be kept filled to the correct level. If i\
t is not kept filled, there can be
high local temperatures in the engine which could result in damage. Diff\
erent types of antifreeze/coolant
may not be mixed.
WARNING!
Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is warm. Wait until the c\
ar
cools.


pg. 132 Emissions maintenance
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
Periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle running well. Your Warr\
anty and Service Records
Information booklet provides a comprehensive periodic maintenance schedu\
le up to 150,000 miles
(240,000 km) of vehicle service. The schedule includes components that\
affect vehicle emissions. This
page describes some of the emission-related components.
Engine air filter
The engine air filter cleans particles from air entering the engine. Rep\
lace the engine air filter cartridge
with a new one every 37,500 miles (60,000 km) under normal driving con\
ditions. Replace the cartridge
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more often when the vehicle is driven under dirty and dusty conditions. \
The cartridge cannot be cleaned,
and should always be replaced with a new one.
Fuel filter
The fuel filter should be replaced at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at\
120,000 miles (193,000 km) for
the 2.5T engine on AWD models. The filter is replaced as a complete unit\
. Replace more frequently if
contaminated fuel is introduced into the tank, or if there is reason to \
suspect that this has occurred.
Fuel system, including filler cap, tank and lines and
connections
The ability of the fuel system to contain hydrocarbons depends upon a le\
ak-free system. Inspect fuel
lines every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).Check for proper sealing of the f\
uel filler cap which contains "O"
ring seals.
NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running\
when the car is refueled, the
Check Engine light (Malfunction indicator) may indicate a fault. Howev\
er, your vehicle's performance
will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler ca\
ps.
Timing belt
For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems, \
the timing belt and belt tensioner
must be replaced every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at 120,000 miles \
(193,000 km) for the 2.5T
engine on AWD models. Engine damage will occur if the belt fails.
PCV system
(on turbocharged models)
The nipple in the intake manifold and the filter at the end of the PCV h\
ose in the air cleaner should be
inspected and cleaned at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) and thereafter, ag\
ain at 150,000 mile (240,000 km)
intervals.
Spark plugs
The spark plugs should be replaced every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) unde\
r normal driving conditions.
City driving or fast highway driving may necessitate replacement sooner.\
Under normal driving conditions, spark plugs require no maintenance betw\
een replacement intervals.
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Fluid type: ATF
Replace: No fluid change required
NOTE: If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the car ha\
s no electrical current and
must be towed, it is still possible to steer the car. However, keep in m\
ind that greater effort will be
required to turn the steering wheel.
Brake fluid
The brake fluid should always be above the MIN mark on the side of the r\
eservoir. Check, without
removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433
Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid shou\
ld be replaced once a year or
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard condi\
tions (mountain driving, etc.)
Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retailer.

pg. 138 Battery maintenance

Battery maintenance
The battery in your car is located under the floor of the cargo area.
Driving habits and conditions, climate, the number of starts, etc. all a\
ffect the service life and function of
the battery. In order for your battery to perform satisfactorily, keep t\
he following in mind:
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pg. 139 Battery maintenance

Replacing the battery
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Armrest (center) - 3-section rear seat 65
Ashtray
39, 59
Audio systems
151
- cassette deck
162
- CD player
160
- HU-613 - overview
152
- HU-803 - overview
153
- specifications
165
AUM (Advanced User Mode) - radio
159
Automatic car washing
128
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
14
Automatic transmission
90, 91, 145
- Geartronic
92, 93
- Kickdown
91, 92
Automatic transmission - cold starts
91
Auxiliary socket
31, 39
AWD
- general information
94
- using snow chains
109
B
Backrest (center) - 3-section rear seat
64
Battery
104, 148
Battery maintenance
138, 139
- Replacing the battery
139
- Ventilation hose
139
Booster cushion
12, 16
Brake failure warning light
28
Brake fluid
137
Brake system
18
Bulbs (list)
148
Bulbs - replacing
120-125
C
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Instrument panel 27
Instruments
26
Integrated booster cushion
12
Interior Air Quality system
51
Interior features - overview
24
Interior lighting
74
J
Jack
72, 112
Jump starting
103
K
Key - removing from ignition switch
87
Keyless entry system
77, 78
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries
78
Keylock
87
Keys
76
Kickdown
91, 92
L
Label information
142
License plate lights - replacing
124
Lifting the car
133
Lights - accessory
31
Load carriers
97
Locking and unlocking the car
76
Locking steering wheel
35
Long distance trip
105
Long loads
57
M
Maintenance schedule
129
Malfunction indicator lamp
29
Manual climate control with air conditioning
52-54
Manual transmission
89, 145
Memory function - front seats
56
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Rear window - heated 38
Rearview mirror
41
Refrigerant
47
Refueling
86
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors
system
41
Remote control - keyless entry system
77
Remote control - Homelink® Universal Transceiver
168
Remote keyless entry system
77
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries
78
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat
57
Removing the seat cushion
66
Replacing bulbs
120-125
Replacing fuses
116
Replacing wiper blades
140
Road assistance
149
Roadholding
95
Roof load - maximum
143
Roof racks
97
S
Safety locks - child
82
Seat belt maintenance
17
Seat belts
2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning
128
Seats - front
56
Securing cargo
68
Servicing
133
Shiftlock
87, 90, 92
Side direction indicator - replacing
123
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)
8
Sideview mirrors
41
Sideview mirrors - heated
38
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