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CAUTION
Keep the area around the power steering fluid reservoir clean when checking.
Bulbs – introduction
Certain bulbs can be replaced by the vehicle's owner. However, the bulbs on the followinglist should only be replaced by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician. All bulb specifications are listed in Bulbs – specifications (p. 341).• Active Bending Lights
• Front parking lights
• Daytime running lights
• Turn signals in the door mirrors
• Approach lighting in the door mirrors
• Interior lighting
• Brake lights
• Rear parking lights
• Rear side marker lights
• Back-up lights
• Rear fog light
• LED bulbsNOTE
• For information regarding any bulbs not mentioned in this section, pleasecontact your Volvo retailer or a trainedand authorized Volvo service techni-cian.
• Always switch off the ignition beforestarting to replace a bulb.
• If an error message remains in the dis-play after a faulty bulb has beenreplaced, contact an authorized Volvoworkshop.
• Condensation may form temporarily onthe inside of the lenses of exteriorlights such as headlights, fog lights, ortaillights. This is normal and the lightsare designed to withstand moisture.Normally, condensation will dissipateafter the lights have been on for ashort time.
• The optional Active Bending Lightbulbs contain trace amounts of mer-cury. These bulbs should always bedisposed of by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician.

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.335
CAUTION
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingersvaporize in the heat and will leave adeposit on the reflector, which will damageit.
WARNING
• The engine should not be running when changing bulbs.
• If the engine has been running justprior to replacing bulbs in the head-light housing, please keep in mind thatcomponents in the engine compart-ment will be hot.
WARNING
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Active Bending Lights* – due to the high voltage used by these headlights,these bulbs should only be replacedby a trained and qualified Volvo serv-ice technician.
• Turn off the lights and remove theremote key from the ignition beforechanging any bulbs.
Related information
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Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 335)
• Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting (p. 341)
• Bulbs – cargo area lighting (p. 340)
• Bulbs – license plate lighting (p. 340)
Bulbs – headlight housing
The entire headlight housing must be lifted out when replacing all front bulbs.
Removing the headlight housing
Pull out the headlight housing's locking pins.
Pull the headlight housing straight out.
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CAUTION
When disconnecting the connector, pull on the connector itself and not on the wiring.
Unplug the wiring connector by holding down the clip with your thumb.
Pull the connector out with the other hand.
5. Lift out the headlight housing and place it on a soft surface to avoid scratching thelens.
6. Replace the defective bulb(s).
Reinserting the headlight housing1. Plug in the connector until it clicks into place.
2. Reinstall the headlight housing and lock- ing pins. Check that they are correctlyinserted. The headlight housing must be properly in place and the wiring connector cor-rectly reconnected before the lighting isswitched on or the remote key is insertedinto the ignition slot.
3. Check that the lights function properly.
Related information
• Bulbs – introduction (p. 334)
• Bulbs – cover (p. 336)
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)

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Bulbs – cover
The larger cover has to be removed in order to change the high/low beam headlight bulbs.
Removing the cover to access the bulbs
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NOTE
Before starting to replace a bulb, see Bulbs – introduction (p. 334).
1. Open the retaining clamp by pressing itupward/outward.
2. Press down the clips on the cover and remove it.
Reinstall the cover in the reverse order.
Related information
• Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 335)
• Bulbs – low beam, Halogen (p. 336)
• Bulbs – high beam, Halogen (p. 337) •
Bulbs – extra high beam (p. 337)
Bulbs – low beam, Halogen
The low beam bulb is concealed by the larger cover.
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1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 335)).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see Bulbs – cover (p. 336)).
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
4. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder downward.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket until it snaps into place. It can only be secured in one position.
6. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)

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Bulbs – high beam, Halogen
The high beam bulb is concealed behind the larger cover.
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1. Remove the headlight housing from thevehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 335)).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see Bulbs – cover (p. 336)).
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter- clockwise and pulling it straight out.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and turn it clockwise to put it in place. It can only be secured in one position.
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)
Bulbs – extra high beam
The extra high beam bulb is concealed by the larger cover.

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Extra high beam2
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1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 335)).
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see Bulbs – cover (p. 336)).
3. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder downward.
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.
5. Insert a new bulb in the connector until it snaps in place. It can only be inserted in one way.
6. Return the bulb holder into position in the headlight housing.
7. Put the cover back into position and rein- stall the headlight housing.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)
Bulbs – front turn signals
The turn signal bulb is concealed behind the smaller cover.
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1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 335)).
2. Remove the round cover by pulling the tab until the cover comes off.
3. Pull out the holder to access the bulb.
4. Pull out the burned out bulb and press a new bulb into the socket. It can only be secured in one position.
5. Press the bulb holder into the socket and press until it clicks into place.
6. Press the cover in place until it clicks into position.
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7. Reinstall the headlight housing.
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Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)
Bulbs – front side marker lights
The side marker bulb is concealed behind the smaller cover.
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1. Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 335)).
2. Remove the small round cover over the bulbs.
3. Pull the wire to withdraw the bulb holder.
4. Pull out the burned out bulb and press a new bulb into the socket. It can only be secured in one position.
5. Press the bulb holder into the socket and press until it clicks into place.
6. Press the cover in place until it clicks into position.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)
Bulbs – location of taillight bulbs
The following illustrations show the location of the bulbs in the taillight cluster.
Taillight lens, right side
Parking light (LEDs)
Brake light (LEDs)
Turn signal
Side maker light (LEDs)
Backup light
Rear fog light
Brake light (LEDs)
Related information
• Bulbs – introduction (p. 334)
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)

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Bulbs – brake lights and taillights
The turn signal bulb in the taillight cluster is replaced from inside the cargo area.
Taillight housing, turn signal
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1. Open the panel.
2. Remove the insulation by pulling itstraight out.
3. Remove the entire bulb unit by turning its handle counterclockwise.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.Replace the bulb in the reverse order.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)
• Bulbs – location of taillight bulbs (p. 339)
Bulbs – license plate lighting
The license plate lighting is located next to the tailgate handle.
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1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver.
2. Carefully detach the entire bulb housing
and pull it out.
3. Replace the bulb.
4. Reinsert the entire bulb housing and tighten the screws.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)
Bulbs – cargo area lighting
The cargo area light is located in the ceiling liner.
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1. Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so
that the bulb housing comes loose.
2. Replace the bulb.
3. Check that the bulb illuminates and press it back into the bulb housing.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)

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Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting
The vanity mirror bulbs are located behind the lens.
Removing the lens
1. Insert a flat screwdriver under the lens
and carefully exert upward pressure to release the retaining lugs.
2. Snap out the lens.
3. Use needle nose pliers to pull the bulb straight to the side. Replace the bulb. Do not exert too much pressure on the bulbwith the pliers to help avoid damaging it.
Reinstalling the lens1. Put the lens back into position.
2. Press it into place.
Related information
• Bulbs – specifications (p. 341)
Bulbs – specifications
The following bulbs can be replaced by the vehicles owner. All other bulbs should only bereplaced by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.
Lighting func- tionWat- tageBulb
Extra high beam (models withActive BendingLights*)55H7 LL
Low beam (halo- gen)55H11 LL
High beam (hal- ogen)65H9
Rear turn signals21PY21W SV
Front turn sig- nals21H21W LL
License plate lighting5C5W LL
Vanity mirror2W2x4.6d type T5
Front side marker lights5W5W LL
Lighting func- tionWat- tageBulb
Glove compart- ment lighting5SV8.5 (length43mm)
Cargo area light- ing10SV8.5 (length43mm)
NOTE
Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts department for the most up-to-date bulbspecifications.
Related information
•Bulbs – introduction (p. 334)

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Wiper blades – tailgate
The wiper blades should be replaced regularly for best effect.
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
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1. Fold the wiper arm outward.
2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (atthe 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 tail- gate window.
Related information
• Engine compartment – washer fluid (p. 344)
Engine compartment – washer fluid
Washer fluid helps keep the windshield and headlights clean. During cold weather, thereservoir should be filled with windshieldwasher solvent containing antifreeze. UseVolvo Original Washer Fluid or the equivalentwith a recommended pH value between 6 and8.
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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. Forcapacities, see the printed Owner's Manual. Specification: Use a washer antifreeze rec-
ommended by Volvo, mixed with water. Volume: •
6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)
• 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters 4
)
Related information
• Wiper blades – service position (p. 342)
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CAUTION
The infotainment system's energy-saving feature may not function correctly or at all,and/or a message may be displayed if abattery charger or jumper cables are notconnected properly.
• The negative terminal on the battery must
never be used to connect a
jumper cable or a battery charger.Only the ground point on the chassismay be used.
See Jump starting (p. 250) for an illustra- tion and additional information.
WARNING
• Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Donot allow battery fluid to contact eyes,skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. Ifcontact occurs, flush the affected areaimmediately with water. Obtain medi-cal help immediately if eyes are affec-ted.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it becomes discharged repeatedly.
Related information
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Battery – changing (p. 347)
• Battery – maintenance (p. 346)
• Battery – symbols (p. 345)
Battery – maintenance
Proper battery maintenance can help prolong its service life.
Maintenance
• Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The levelshould never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level should be checked if thebattery has been recharged.
• After inspection, be sure the cap overeach battery cell or the cover is securelyin place.
• Check that the battery cables are cor-rectly connected and properly tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when theengine is running, or when the key is inthe ignition. This could damage the vehi-cle's electrical system.
• The battery should be disconnected fromthe vehicle when a battery charger isused directly on the battery.
• To help keep the battery in good condi-tion, the vehicle should be driven for atleast 15 minutes a week or connected toa charger with an automatic chargingfunction.
• If the battery is fully discharged a numberof times, this may shorten its service life.Keeping the battery fully charged helpsprolong its service life.