fuel cap VOLVO XC70 2016 Owner´s Manual

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Checking the levelThe fluid reservoir is concealed under the round cover at the rear of the engine com-partment. The round cover must be removedfirst before the reservoir cap can beaccessed. Check, without removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir. Fluid type: DOT 4 boiling point >536 °F
(>280 °C).Replace : The fluid should be replaced
according to the intervals specified in the Warranty and Service Records Informationbooklet. When driving under extremely hard condi- tions (mountain driving, etc), it may be neces-sary to replace the fluid more often. Consult atrained and qualified Volvo service technician. Always entrust brake fluid changing to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
• If the fluid level is below the
MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a brake-related message is shown in the informationdisplay: DO NOT DRIVE . Have the car
towed to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician and have the brakesystem inspected.
• Dot 4 should never be mixed with anyother type of brake fluid.
Filling1. Turn and open the cover.
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the
fluid. The level must be between the MIN
and MAX marks.
Engine compartment – power steering fluid
The fluid level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. For capacities and recom-
mended fluid grade, see Fuel tank volume – specification and volume (p. 377).
Check the level frequently. It does not nor- mally require changing.
WARNING
If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the vehicle has noelectrical current and must be towed, it isstill possible to steer the vehicle. However,keep in mind that greater effort will berequired to turn the steering wheel.

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Washing the car
The vehicle should be washed at regular inter- vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spotsadhere to the paint and may cause damage.To help prevent corrosion, it is particularlyimportant to wash the car frequently in thewintertime. The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning the car: •Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight. Doing so may cause detergents and waxto dry out and become abrasive. To avoidscratching, use lukewarm water to softenthe dirt before you wash with a softsponge, and plenty of sudsy water.
• Bird droppings
: Remove from paintwork
as soon as possible. Otherwise the finishmay be permanently damaged.
• A detergent can be used to facilitate thesoftening of dirt and oil.
• Dry the car with a clean chamois andremember to clean the drain holes in thedoors and rocker panels.
• Tar spots can be removed with tarremover after the car has been washed.
• A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapywater can be used to clean the wiperblades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-shield and wiper blades improves visibilityconsiderably and also helps prolong theservice life of the wiper blades. •
Wash off the dirt from the underside(wheel housings, fenders, etc).
• In areas of high industrial fallout, morefrequent washing is recommended.
NOTE
When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in thedoors and sills.
CAUTION
• During high pressure washing, the spray mouthpiece must never becloser to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm).Do not spray into the locks.
• Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights canreduce lighting capacity considerably.Clean the headlights regularly, forexample when refueling.
Special moonroof cautions:
• Always close the moonroof and sunshade before washing your vehicle.
• Never use abrasive cleaning agents onthe moonroof.
• Never use wax on the rubber sealsaround the moonroof.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special clean- ing products, available at your Volvo retailer, for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or orna-mental components such as chromed stripson the exterior of your vehicle. The instruc-tions for using these products should be fol-lowed carefully. Solvents or stain removersshould not be used.
CAUTION
•
Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rubber components
• Polishing chromed strips can wearaway or damage the surface
• Polishes containing abrasive sub-stances should not be used
Related information
•
Polishing and waxing (p. 361)
• Cleaning the interior (p. 362)

11 Specifications
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Power steering – specification
This fluid is used to help reduce and regulate steering force. Specification:Power steering fluid recom-
mended by Volvo.
Related information
• Engine compartment – power steering fluid (p. 333)
Fuel tank volume – specification and volume
The table lists the fuel tank volume for your vehicle.
VolumeSpecification
18.5 US gallons (70 lit- ers)–
Related information
•Refueling – opening/closing fuel filler door (p. 277)
• Refueling – opening/closing fuel cap(p. 278)
• Refueling – octane rating (p. 276)
• Engine specifications (p. 373)
Air conditioning – specification and volume
The air conditioning system in your vehicle contains the following: Refrigerant
: R134a (HFC134a)
Volume: 1.7 lbs (770 g)
Compressor oil : PAG

12 Index
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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
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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

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Power windows....................................... 100
laminated glass................................... 101
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 30
Private locking......................................... 158
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING.. 250, 348, 378
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Rails, floor................................................ 144
Rain sensor................................................ 98
Rear fog lights............................................ 94
Rear park assist............................... 232, 236
Rear seat head restraints........................... 85Rear seats center head restraint............................. 84
folding............................................. 84, 86
heated................................................. 129
Rearview mirror auto-dim function............................... 104
compass............................................. 105
Rear window defroster............................ 104
Recalls....................................................... 26
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 47
Refrigerant............................................... 377
Refueling.......................................... 275, 276 fuel filler cap....................................... 278 fuel filler door.............................. 277, 278
fuel tank volume................................. 377
Registering child restraints........................ 47 Remote control private locking.................................... 158
Remote key...................... 152, 153, 156, 159 approach lighting................................ 155
immobilizer......................................... 154
key blade.... 152, 153, 156, 157, 158, 159
locking the vehicle.............................. 155
replacing the battery........................... 160
unlocking the vehicle.......................... 155
Reporting safety defects............................ 27
Roadside Assistance................................. 24
Road sign information (RSI)..................... 179
Roof loads............................................... 142
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Safety, occupant........................................ 26
Safety defects, reporting........................... 27
Safety mode.............................................. 44Seat belt reminder................................................ 30 Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor......................... 47
buckling................................................ 29
maintenance......................................... 29
pretensioners........................................ 28
reminder................................................ 30
reminder warning light.......................... 74
securing child restraint systems.... 49,51, 53
unbuckling............................................ 29
use during pregnancy........................... 30
using..................................................... 28
Seats, front.......................................... 80, 81
Sensus..................................................... 111Service connected service booking................ 325
Shiftlock..................................................... 14 override............................................... 255
Side door mirrors............................. 102, 103
Side impact airbags................................... 39
Side marker lights, changing bulbs......... 339
Sign information (RSI).............................. 179
Snow chains............................................ 304
Snow tires........................................ 304, 305
Spare tire................................................. 294
Spin control..................................... 175, 176