VOLVO XC70 2004 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: VOLVO, Model Year: 2004, Model line: XC70, Model: VOLVO XC70 2004Pages: 241, PDF Size: 5.78 MB
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Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retailer.
pg. 140 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:
l Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery every 24 months or eve\
ry 15,000* miles (24,000 km),
whichever is sooner. The fluid should be at the level shown in the illus\
tration above (A**).
Use a screwdriver to open the caps and a flashlight to inspect the level\
.
l If necessary, add distilled water. The level should never be above the indicator (A).
l The fluid level should be checked if the battery has been recharged.
l After inspection, be sure the cap over each battery cell is securely in \
place.
l Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tight\
ened.
l Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running, for example whe\
n changing the battery.
l The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle when a battery charg\
er is used directly on the
battery. However, if the battery is being charged via the connecting poi\
nts in the engine compartment
(see
page 104), the battery must be connected.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead \
compounds, chemicals known
to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash h\
ands after handling.
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* More frequently in warm climates.
** The level indicator inside the battery could be designed in various w\
ays. See illustration above!
pg. 141 Battery maintenance
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Replacing the battery
l Switch off the ignition.
l Unscrew the cover over the battery. Wait at least 10 minutes after switching off the ignition before
disconnecting the battery so that all information in the car's electrica\
l system can be stored in the control
modules.
l Disconnect the negative (ground) cable first.
l Disconnect the positive cable and pull the ventilation hose* from the ba\
ttery.
l Lift out the old battery and put a new battery into place.
l Connect the positive cable first.
l Connect the negative (ground) cable.
l Be sure that the ventilation hose* is securely connected to the battery \
and that the other end of the
hose is properly routed through the ventilation opening in the floor of \
the battery compartment.
l Reinstall the cover and screw it securely in place.
WARNING!
l Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
l Do not smoke near the battery.
l Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to cont\
act eyes, skin, fabrics or
painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately\
with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.
NOTE: After the battery has been disconnected or replaced, lock and unlock th\
e car with the central
locking system's remote control to reactivate such features as the power\
windows, moonroof, courtesy
lighting, etc. WARNING!
* Ventilation hose: The battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammab\
le and explosive. The
battery is fitted with a ventilation hose which vents hydrogen gas out o\
f the battery
compartment through a ventilation opening in the bottom of this compartm\
ent. If the battery
must be replaced, it is essential that the ventilation hose is properly \
connected to the battery
and that it is routed through the ventilation opening provided (see ill\
ustration).
Be sure the ventilation hose is free of debris.
Only use replacement batteries equipped with a ventilation hose. Consult\
your Volvo retailer.
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pg. 142 Replacing wiper blades
Windshield wiper blades
Lift the wiper arm off the windshield and hold the blade at a 45° ang\
le to the arm. Press the end of the
plastic clip located on the arm.
Slide the wiper blade along the arm to release it from the hook. The ent\
ire hooked part of the wiper arm
must pass through the opening in the wiper blade.
Pull the old blade free of the wiper arm. Install the new blade (instal\
lation is the reverse of removal) and
make sure that it is properly attached to the wiper arm.
NOTE: For reasons of safety, you should change the windshield wiper blades as \
soon as they start to
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leave marks on the windshield or fail to wipe efficiently and cleanly.
To obtain maximum lifetime from a set of wiper blades, clean them with a\
stiff-bristle brush and warm,
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.
Contents | Top of Page
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Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg. 143 Specifications
Label information 144
Dimensions and weights 145
Engine specifications 147
Oil/fluid specifications and volumes 148
Fuel system, Distributor ignition system,
Suspension 149
Electrical system 150
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance 151
pg. 144 Label information
1 Vehicle Emission Control Information
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evi\
denced by the certification label
on the underside of the hood. For further information regarding these re\
gulations, please consult your
Volvo retailer.
2 Vacuum hose routing
(underside of hood)
3 Loads and Tire Pressures
(on inside of fuel filler door)
4 Model plate
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Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, e\
tc. The plate is located in the
engine compartment, on the inside of the left front fender.
5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) *
The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The V\
IN is also stamped on the right
hand door pillar.
6 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA)\
and Ministry of
Transport (CMVSS) standards (Canada)
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evide\
nced by the certification label on
the facing side of the driver's door. For further information regarding \
these regulations, please consult
your Volvo retailer.
7 Child safety latch label
* The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) should always be quoted in a\
ll correspondence concerning
your vehicle with the retailer and when ordering parts.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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pg. 145 Dimensions and weights
Dimensions
Length - 185.4 in. (471 cm), XC70 -186.2 (473 cm)
Width - 71 in. (180 cm), XC70 - 73.2 in. (186 cm)
Height - 57.7 in. (147 cm), V70 AWD - 58.7 in. (149 cm), XC70 - 61.5\
in. (156 cm)
Wheelbase - 108.5 in. (276 cm), XC70 - 108.8 in. (276 cm)
Track, front - 61.5 in. (156 cm), XC70 - 63.4 in. (161 cm)
Track, rear - 61.4 in. (156 cm), XC70 - 60.9 in. (155 cm)
Turning circle (between curbs) - 35.8-39 ft. (10.9-11.9 m)
Cargo capacity - 17.1 cu. ft. (0.48 m
3 )1
- 26.3 cu. ft. (0.74 m
3 )2
- 58.0 cu. ft. (1.64 m
3 )3
USA Canada
Max roof load 220 lbs 100 kg
Max trailer weight (w/o
brakes) 1650 lbs
750 kg
Max trailer weight*
- (with brakes, 2" ball) 3300
lbs 1500 kg
- (with brakes, 1 7/8" ball) 2000
lbs 900 kg
Max tongue weight * 165 lbs 75 kg
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehi\
cle, the total loaded weight
capacity of the vehicle must not be exceeded.
1) Rear seat backrest up, load height - upper edge of backrest
2) Rear seat backrest folded down, load height - upper edge of front se\
at backrests/lower edge of rear
window
3) Rear seat backrest folded down, load height - head lining (ceiling)\
* 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"
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All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 146 Dimensions and weights
Weights USA Canada
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)*
V70 man. 4630 lbs 2100 kg
V70 aut. 4690 lbs 2130 kg
V70 Turbo man. 4690 lbs 2130 kg
V70 Turbo aut. 4730 lbs 2150 kg
V70 AWD 4890 lbs 2220 kg
V70 AWD-R
man. 4890 lbs
2220 kg
V70 AWD-R aut. 4890 lbs 2220 kg
XC70 4890 lbs 2220 kg
Capacity weight 930 lbs420 kg
Curb weight
V70 3390-3610
lbs 1540-1645 kg
V70 AWD 3715-3740
lbs 1685-1700 kg
V70 AWD-R 3805-3870
lbs 1740-1760 kg
XC70 3765-3795
lbs 1710-1725 kg
Permissible axle weight, front*
V70 man. 2290 lbs 1040 kg
V70 aut. 2330 lbs 1060 kg
V70 Turbo man. 2290 lbs 1040 kg
V70 Turbo aut. 2330 lbs 1060 kg
V70 AWD 2400 lbs 1090 kg
V70 AWD-R
man. 2380 lbs
1080 kg
V70 AWD-R aut. 2400 lbs 1090 kg
XC70 2490 lbs 1130 kg
Permissible axle weight, rear*
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V70, V70 Turbo 2470 lbs 1120 kg
V70 AWD 2580 lbs 1170 kg
V70 AWD-R 2580 lbs 1170 kg
XC70 2620 lbs 1190 kg
* The max permissible axle loads or the gross vehicle weight must not be\
exceeded.
pg. 147 Engine specifications
Engine specifications
Designation: Volvo B 5234 T3
Output 247 hp at 5200 rpm (184 kW/87 rps)
Max. torque 243 ft. lbs. at 2400-5200 rpm (330 Nm/42-87
rps)
Number of
cylinders 5
Bore 3.19" (81 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm)
Displacement 2.3 liters
Compression ratio 8.5:1
Number of valves 20
Designation: Volvo B 5254 T2
Output 208 hp at 5000 rpm (154 kW/83 rps)
Max. torque 236 ft. lbs. at 1500-4500 rpm (320 Nm/25-75
rps)
Number of
cylinders 5
Bore 3.27" (83 mm)
Stroke 3.67" (93.2 mm)
Displacement 2.5 liters
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Number of valves 20
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