automatic transmission VOLVO XC70 2016 Owner´s Manual

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Towing a trailer
When towing a trailer, always observe the legal requirements of the state/province.
NOTE
For the maximum trailer and tongue weights recommended by Volvo, seeWeights (p. 372).
•All Volvo models are equipped with energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-ers. Trailer hitch installation should notinterfere with the proper operation of thisbumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any particular problems, but take into considera-tion: • Increase tire pressure to recommended full pressure, see Tire inflation – pressuretable (p. 300).
• When your vehicle is new, avoid towingheavy trailers during the first 620 miles(1,000 km).
• Maximum speed when towing a trailer:50 mph (80 km/h).
• Engine and transmission are subject toincreased loads. Therefore, engine cool-ant temperature should be closelywatched when driving in hot climates orhilly terrain. Use a lower gear and turn offthe air conditioner if the temperaturegauge needle enters the red range. •
If the automatic transmission begins tooverheat, a message will be displayed inthe text window.
• Avoid overload and other abusive opera-tion.
• Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-ity, and economy.
• It is necessary to balance trailer brakeswith the towing vehicle brakes to providea safe stop (check and observe state/local regulations).
• Do not connect the trailer's brake systemdirectly to the vehicle's brake system.
• More frequent vehicle maintenance isrequired.
• Remove the ball holder when the hitch isnot being used.
NOTE
• When parking the vehicle with a trailer on a hill, apply the parking brakebefore putting the gear selector in
P.
Always follow the trailer manufactur-er's recommendations for wheelchocking.
• When starting on a hill, put the gearselector in
D before releasing the park-
ing brake.
• If you use the manual (Geartronic) shiftpositions while towing a trailer, makesure the gear you select does not puttoo much strain on the engine (usingtoo high a gear).
• The drawbar assembly/trailer hitchmay be rated for trailers heavier thanthe vehicle is designed to tow. Pleaseadhere to Volvo's recommended trailerweights.
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclinesof more than 15%.

12 Index
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384
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 267
Accessory installation warning.................. 23
Active chassis system............................. 175
Active high beams..................................... 90Active yaw control........................... 175, 176
Adaptive brake lights............................... 267
Adaptive cruise control.................... 184, 185Airbags disconnecting the front passenger’s
side....................................................... 36
front...................................................... 32
inflatable curtain................................... 41
side impact........................................... 39
Air conditioning........................................ 131
Air distribution.................................. 126, 133
Air distribution table................................. 135
Air vents................................................... 126
Alarm........................................ 171, 172, 173
All Wheel Drive......................................... 263
Ambient temperature sensor..................... 77
Anti-freeze....................................... 274, 331Anti-lock brake system warning light......................................... 73
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 267 Approach lighting.............................. 97, 155
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 104
Automatic locking retractor....................... 47Automatic transmission
Eco (driving function).......................... 261
Geartronic........................................... 253
general description..................... 251, 253
oil........................................................ 376
shiftlock override................................ 255
Axle weight.............................................. 301
B
Battery maintenance............................... 346, 347
remote key, replacing......................... 160
replacing............................................. 347
specifications...................................... 378
start/stop............................................ 378
warning symbols................................. 345
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS)..... 240
Booster cushion, integrated.......... 57, 59, 60
Booster cushions....................................... 53
Brake lights.............................................. 267Brake system ABS..................................................... 267
Brake pad inspection.......................... 265 checking fluid level............................. 332
emergency brake assistance.............. 268
fluid..................................................... 376
general information............................. 265
Hill Descent Control.................... 263, 264
Bulbs cargo area lighting.............................. 340
headlights... 334, 335, 336, 337, 338, 339
introduction......................................... 334
license plate lights.............................. 340
side marker lights............................... 339
specifications...................................... 341
taillight................................................ 339C
Camera, Park Assist................................ 236
Capacity weight....................................... 301Cargo area changing bulbs................................... 340
floor rails............................................. 144
hooks for securing loads............ 144, 145
steel grid............................................. 149
Cargo area cover..................................... 149
Cargo area net......................................... 147
Cargo net................................................. 147
Catalytic converter................................... 279

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386
Interior Air Quality System.................. 125
ventilated seats................................... 130
Electronic oil level sensor........................ 330
Electronic stability control....................... 175
Emergency locking retractor...................... 47
Emergency starting.................................. 250
Emergency towing........................... 284, 285
Emission inspection readiness................ 325Engine overheating........................................... 75
specifications...................................... 373
Start/Stop........... 256, 257, 258, 259, 260
starting................................................ 246
switching off............................... 248, 249
Engine compartment overview................ 328
Engine oil................................................. 374 checking............................................. 329
low pressure warning light.................... 74
volumes.............................................. 375
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 248
Environment............................................... 22F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 322 Flat tires repairing with tire sealing system....... 313
Floor mats cleaning.............................................. 363
placing correctly................................. 246
Floor rails................................................. 144
Fluid specifications.......................... 376, 377
Fog lights................................................... 73 rear........................................................ 94
Four C (active chassis system)................ 175
Front airbags.............................................. 32 disconnecting passenger’s side airbag 36
Front park assist.............................. 232, 236
Front seats................................................. 80 heated................................................. 129
Fuel filler cap........................................... 278
Fuel filler door, opening................... 277, 278
Fuel level warning light.............................. 73
Fuel requirements............................ 275, 276
Fuel tank volume..................................... 377
Fuses....................................... 348, 350, 357
G
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System........................................ 108, 109
Gasoline requirements............................. 276
Gas tank volume...................................... 377
Gauges...................................................... 68
Geartronic................................................ 253
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 253
Generator warning light............................. 75
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 302
Grocery bag holder.................................. 146
Gross vehicle weight............................... 301
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 94 Headlights Active Bending Lights........................... 92
active high beams................................. 90
changing bulbs... 335, 336, 337, 338, 339
daytime running lights.......................... 89
high/low beams.................................... 90
high beam flash.................................... 90
tunnel detection.................................... 92