tailgate VOLVO XC70 2011 Owner´s Manual

05 During your trip
Refueling
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Opening/closing the fuel filler door
The fuel filler door is located on the right rear
fender (indicated by an arrow beside the fuel
tank symbol on the information display
)
With the ignition switched off, press and
release the button on the lighting panel to
unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the
fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the
vehicle begins to move forward. An audible
click will be heard when the fuel filler door
relocks.
•If you intend to leave your vehicle while it
is being refueled, this feature enables you
to lock the doors/tailgate while leaving the
fuel filler door unlocked.
•You can also keep the vehicle locked if you
remain inside it during refueling. The cen-tral locking button does not lock the fuel
filler door.
•Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed
and is completely closed after refueling.
•Open the fuel filler cap slowly during hot
weather.
Close the fuel filler door by pressing it a click
indicates that it is closed.
CAUTION
•Avoid spilling gasoline during refueling.
In addition to causing damage to the
environment, gasolines containing
alcohol can cause damage to painted
surfaces, which may not be covered
under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.
Manually opening the fuel filler door
If necessary, the fuel filler door can be opened
manually:
1. Open the side hatch in the cargo compart-
ment (on the same side as the fuel filler
door).
2. Grasp the green cord with a handle.
3. Gently pull the cord straight rearward until
the fuel filler door clicks open.

05 During your trip
Loading
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.211 Introduction
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is
determined by factors such as the number of
passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight
of any accessories that may be installed, etc.
To increase loading space, the rear seat backr-
ests can be folded down, see page 84.
When loading the cargo area, keep the follow-
ing in mind:
•Load objects in the cargo area against the
backrest whenever possible.
•Unstable loads can be secured to the load
anchoring eyelets with straps or web lash-
ings to help keep them from shifting.
•Stop the engine and apply the parking
brake when loading or unloading long
objects. The gear selector can be knocked
out of position by long loads, which could
set the vehicle in motion.
WARNING
•Stop the engine, put the gear selector in
P, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
•The vehicle's driving characteristics
may change depending on the weight
and distribution of the load.
•A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces a
force of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in a
head-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
•The cargo area and rear seat should not
be loaded to a level higher than 2 in.
(5 cm) below the upper edge of the rear
side windows. Objects placed higher
than this level could impede the func-
tion of the Inflatable Curtain.
Power tailgate*
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Power tailgate closing button
Automatic openingThe power tailgate can be opened automati-
cally in the three ways:
•By pressing and holding the but-
ton on the lighting panel until the tailgate
begins to open.
•By pressing and holding the button
on the remote key until the tailgate begins
to open.
•By pulling the outer handle on the tailgate.
The taillights illuminate automatically when the
automatic open function is used.

05 During your trip
Loading
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CAUTION
Be sure that there is adequate space above
and behind the vehicle before opening the
tailgate automatically.
The vehicle should not be driven or moved
with the tailgate in the open position. How-
ever, if the vehicle is moved with the tailgate
in the open position, the automatic closing
function will be inoperative until one of the
following occurs:
•The tailgate is closed manually
•The ignition is switched off and the key
is removed for approximately 10
minutes (the tailgate will function again
after restart).
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:
•By pressing the button on the
lighting panel.
•By pressing the button on the
remote key for several seconds.
•By pressing the button on the lower edge
of the tailgate.
•By pulling the outer handle on the tailgate
a second time.
If one of these actions is taken:
•While the tailgate is being opened, the
electrical function will be switched off andthe tailgate will be released from the elec-
trical system.
•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.
•If the tailgate is being opened, the electri-
cal function will be switched off and the
tailgate will be released from the electrical
system.
•If the tailgate is being closed, it will move
in the opposite direction.
Operating the tailgate manuallyThe power tailgate can be disconnected from
the vehicle’s electrical system by quickly pull-
ing the outer handle twice. The tailgate can
then be opened/closed manually.
Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests can be folded down for
additional loading space. See page 85 for infor-
mation.

05 During your trip
Loading
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Fold up the hook. It will lock in place.
NOTE
There should be at least 2 in. (50 cm)
between the hooks in the rail.
WARNING
Switch off the engine, apply the parking
brake and put the gear selector in P when
loading and unloading the vehicle.
Removing a hook
G018134
The load-securing hooks can easily be
removed, for example, to clean the rail.
To remove a hook, fold it down in the direc-
tion in which its opening points.
Press the hook down lightly and move the
it to an opening in the rail.
Pull the hook straight up.
Replace a hook in the rail in the reverse order.
NOTE
In order to return a removed hook into a rail,
it must be pressed down lightly.
Reinserting a hook
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Upper illustration: hooks correctly installed, Lower
illustration: hooks incorrectly installed
It is important to insert the hooks correctly in
the rails. The hooks' openings should point
away from each other.
•The opening on the hook closest to the rear
seat backrest should point toward the
backrest.
•The opening on the hook closest to the
tailgate should point toward the tailgate.
WARNING
The hooks must be installed correctly in the
rail. Incorrectly installed hooks will be folded
down by the strap, allowing them to move.
The load will then no longer be securely
anchored.
Straps for securing loads
G019397
Securing loads
Wrapping straps a full turn around the hooks
helps keep them in place.

07 Maintenance and specifications
Wiper blades and washer fluid
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With the wipers in the service position, fold
out the wiper arm from the windshield.
Press the button on the wiper blade attach-
ment and pull the wiper blade straight out,
parallel with the wiper arm.
Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks
into place.
Check that the blade is securely in place.
CleaningKeeping the windshield and wiper blades clean
helps improve visibility and prolongs the serv-
ice life of the wiper blades. Clean the wiper
blades with a stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm
soap solution or car washing detergent.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
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1. Fold the wiper arm outward.2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at
the arrow).
3. Pull out the blade to release it from the
wiper arm.
4. Press the new wiper blade into place and
check that it seats securely.
5. Fold the wiper arm back toward the tailgate
window.
Filling washer fluid
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Location of the washer fluid reservoir
The windshield and headlight washers share a
common reservoir.
The washer fluid reservoir is located on the
driver's side of the engine compartment. Dur-
ing cold weather, the reservoir should be filledwith windshield washer solvent containing
antifreeze. For capacities, see page 299.

07 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
07

* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.281
Po
sFunctionA
Power front passenger's seat*20
Folding rear seat head
restraints*15
-
Audio system, Navigation sys-
tem display*10
Audio system15
Bluetooth hands-free system5
-
Power moonroof*
Courtesy lighting, climate sys-
tem sensor5
12-volt sockets15
Heated front passenger's
seat*15
Heated driver's seat*15
-
Po
sFunctionA
Heated rear passenger's seat
(right)*15
Heated rear passenger's seat
(left)*15
Park assist*, Volvo Navigation
System*, Park assist camera*5
All Wheel Drive* control mod-
ule5
Active chassis system*10
Positions-fuse box B
PosFunctionA
Tailgate wiper15
-
Front courtesy lighting,
power seat(s)*7.5
Instrument panel informa-
tion display5
Adaptive cruise control/
collision warning*10
PosFunctionA
Courtesy lighting, rain sen-
sor*7.5
Steering wheel module7.5
Rear cental locking and
fuel filler door10
Washers15
Windshield washer15
Tailgate unlock10
Tailgate lock10
Fuel pump20
Remote key receiver,
Alarm, Climate system5
Steering wheel lock15
Alarm, On-board diagnos-
tic system5
-
Airbag system, Occupant
weight system10

07 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
07
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.283 Cargo area
Located behind the upholstery on the left side of the cargo area
Positions
Rear fuse boxA
Electric parking brake (left
side)30
Electric parking brake (right
side)30
Heated rear window30
Trailer socket 2*15
Power tailgate*30
Rear fuse boxA
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Rear fuse boxA
Trailer socket 1*40
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09 Index
09
309
Headlight washers..................................... 95
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 84
Heated front seats................................... 130
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 210
Heated rear seats.................................... 131
High beams................................................ 88
indicator light........................................ 75
Hill Descent Control................................. 119
Hoisting the vehicle.................................257
Home safe lighting..................................... 92
Hood, opening/closing............................259
Horn........................................................... 87
I
Ignition modes........................................... 79
Immobilizer................................................ 55
Important information.................................. 8
Indicator lights.........................73, 74, 75, 76
Infant seats................................................ 40
Inflatable Curtain........................................ 32
Inflation pressure..................................... 229
Inflation pressure tables..................231, 232Information and warning symbols, table
of.............................................................. 301
Information lights.....................73, 74, 75, 76
Information symbol.................................... 75
Inspection readiness................................ 257
Instrument lighting..................................... 88
Instrument overview............................72, 73
Instrument panel...................................... 126
Integrated two-stage booster cushion...... 48
Interior Air Quality System....................... 129
Interior lighting..................................... 91, 92
iPodŸ connector (audio system)............. 139
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 45J
Jack
attaching.............................................248
location of........................................... 247
Jump starting........................................... 109
K
Key blade.................................54, 58, 61, 62
private locking...................................... 61
Keyless drive
general description............................... 62
starting the vehicle.............................107
L
Labels
list of................................................... 293
location of........................................... 292
LATCH anchors......................................... 45
Leather care............................................. 286
Lighting panel............................................ 88
Load anchoring eyelets...........................213
Loading
floor rails............................................. 213
hooks for securing loads............213, 214
Loading the vehicle.......................... 211, 236
roof loads............................................ 215
Locking...................................................... 65
tailgate.................................................. 66
Locking the vehicle.................................... 56

09 Index
09
310
Locks, child safety..................................... 51
Low beams................................................ 88
Low fuel level warning light........................ 75
Low oil pressure warning light................... 76
M
Main instrument panel............................. 126
Maintenance............................................ 256
hoisting the vehicle............................. 257
performed by the owner.....................257
Malfunction indicator light......................... 74
Menu system........................................... 124
overview.............................................. 124
Messages in the instrument panel........... 126
Mirrors
defroster............................................. 100
power door........................................... 99
rearview, auto-dim function................ 100
retractable............................................. 99
vanity.................................................. 198
Moonroof................................................. 102Motor oil
checking............................................. 260
specifications...................................... 298
volumes.............................................. 299
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 217
O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 26, 27
Octane recommendations.......................207
Odometer, trip........................................... 78
Oil
checking............................................. 260
specifications...................................... 298
volumes.............................................. 299
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 304
Overhead courtesy lighting.................. 91, 92
Overheating, engine................................... 77
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 210
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 287
Park assist.......................................185, 187
Park Assist Camera................................. 189
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 116
warning light......................................... 76
Parking lights............................................. 89
changing bulbs................................... 267
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 57
Polishing.................................................. 285
Power front seat
memory function................................... 82
with keyless drive................................. 83
Power mirrors............................................ 99
defroster............................................. 100
Power moonroof...................................... 102
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 263
speed-dependent............................... 159
Power steering fluid................................. 299
Power tailgate.......................................... 211

09 Index
09
312
Sirius satellite radio.................................. 143
Snow chains............................................ 239
Snow tires................................................ 239
Sound settings, audio system................. 136
Spare tire................................................. 240
Speed-dependent steering...................... 159
Spin control............................................. 157
SRS............................................................ 21
Stability system...............................157, 158
indicator light........................................ 75
Starting the engine..................................107
with keyless drive...............................107
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode)....................35
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)........................ 55
Steel grid in cargo area............................ 216
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 87
horn....................................................... 87
keypad.................................. 87, 124, 135
Stone chips, touching up......................... 287
Storage spaces........................................ 196
Studded tires........................................... 239
Sunroof (moonroof).................................. 102Supplemental restraint system.................. 21
warning light......................................... 76
Symbols, overview................................... 301
T
Tailgate
driving with it open.............................202
locking/unlocking.................................. 66
power operated.................................. 211
wiper/washer........................................ 95
Tailgate wipers......................................... 272
Taillights, changing bulbs........................ 268
Temporary spare tire............................... 240
Three-way catalytic converter................. 209
Tire designations.....................................233
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....250, 251
indicator light........................................ 75
Tires.........................................................226
age...................................................... 226
changing from summer to winter........ 227
glossary of terms................................ 235
improving economy............................ 226
inflation pressure................................ 229
inflation pressure tables.............231, 232load ratings......................................... 230
rotation............................................... 227
snow...................................................239
spare................................................... 240
specifications...................................... 230
speed ratings...................................... 230
storing................................................. 227
studded............................................... 239
tire pressure monitoring system......... 250
tread wear indicator............................ 228
uniform tire quality grading................. 238
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 46
Touching up paint.................................... 287
Towing a trailer................................220, 221
trailer hitch.......................................... 221
Towing the vehicle........................... 222, 223
Traction control........................................ 157
Trailer towing...................................220, 221
trailer hitch.......................................... 221
Transmission
general description.....................111, 112
oil........................................................ 299
shiftlock override................................ 112
Tread wear indicator................................ 228
Trip computer.......................................... 155