tow VOLVO XC70 2003 Owner's 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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Volvo Cars recommends Castrol.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide \
superior fuel economy and
engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on pr\
emium or synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
NOTE: Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintena\
nce services. This oil is
only used at customer request, at additional charge. Please consult your\
Volvo retailer.
Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Operation in temperate climates
Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when t\
emperatures do not exceed 86 °F
(30°C), SAE 5W/30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protect\
ion. See the viscosity chart
below.
Operation in hot climates
When temperatures exceed 86 °F (30°C) in your area, Volvo recomm\
ends, for the protection of your
engine, that you use a heavier weight oil, such as SAE 10W/30. See the v\
iscosity chart below.
Extreme engine operation
Synthetic oils meeting SAE 10W/30 and complying with oil quality require\
ments are recommended for
driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when\
towing a trailer over long
distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Changing oil and oil filter
Oil and oil filter changes should be made at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) in\
tervals.
The API Service Symbol

The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts:
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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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soapy water as part of a normal car wash.
Replacement of tailgate wiper blade
Pull the wiper arm out away from the glass. Pull off the wiper blade out\
wards toward the tailgate. Press
the new wiper blade into place. Check that it is properly secured.
Headlight wiper blades (certain models)
Pull the wiper blade in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illu\
stration to remove it. Press the new
wiper blade into place. The long section of the blade should point towar\
d the grille. Check that the new
blade is properly attached to the wiper arm.




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Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
V70 man. 4630 lbs 2100 kg
V70 aut. 4690 lbs 2130 kg
V70 Turbo man. 4670 lbs 2120 kg
V70 Turbo aut. 4730 lbs 2150 kg
V70 AWD 4890 lbs 2220 kg
XC70 4890 lbs 2220 kg
Capacity weight
*** 930 lbs
420 kg
Curb weight
V70 3390-3585
lbs 1541-1632 kg
V70 AWD 3690-3725
lbs 1675-1695 kg
XC70 3765-3800
lbs 1710-1730 kg
Permissible axle weight, front
V70 man. 2290 lbs 1040 kg
V70 aut. 2330 lbs 1060 kg
V70 Turbo aut. 2400 lbs 1090 kg
V70 AWD 2400 lbs 1090 kg
XC70 2490 lbs 1130 kg
Permissible axle weight, rear
V70, V70 Turbo 2470 lbs 1120 kg
V70 AWD 2580 lbs 1170 kg
XC70 2620 lbs 1190 kg
* When driving for prolonged periods at temperatures above 86° F (30\
° C), the maximum recommended
weight is 2000 lbs (900 kg).
**See also section "Trailer towing"
*** The max permissible axle loads or the gross vehicle weight must not \
be exceeded.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

pg. 144 Engine specifications
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Cruise control 33
Cup holder
59
Cup holder in the center console
60
D
Detachable trailer hitch - installing
102
Dimensions
143
Direction indicators
36
Distributor ignition system
147
Door step courtesy lights - replacing
123
Doors and locks
76
Drive belt
131
Driver's seat and remote keyless entry system
57
Driving economy
95
Driving mode indicator
27
Driving mode W
91, 93, 104
Driving with trunk open
96
E
Economical driving
95
Electric socket in cargo compartment
67
Electrical system
148
Electrical system - general information
96
Electrically operated front seats
56
Electrically operated sideview mirrors
41
Electrically operated sun roof
42
Electrically operated windows
40
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
19
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)
48 - 51
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)
14
Emergency towing
99, 100
Emergency warning flashers
38
Emissions systems
130
Engine - specifications
144, 145
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Timing belt 132
Tire pressure
110
Tires
108 -111
Tires - changing
112, 113
Tool bag
72
Towing a trailer
101
Towing eyelet
99
Towing the car
99, 100
Trailer towing
101
Trailer weight - maximum
143
Transmission - automatic
90-94
Trip computer
32
Trip odometer
27
Turn signals
36
U
Uniform tire quality grading
111
Unlocking the tailgate
79
Upholstery - cleaning
128
V
Vanity mirror lights - replacing
124
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
142
Vehicle loading
110
Ventilation
46
Volvo On Call
149
Volumes (oils and fluids)
146
W
Warning flashers
38
Warning light - center
28
Warning lights
28, 29
Warranty
129
Washer fluid reservoir
133
Washer fluid solvent
104
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