tow VOLVO XC90 2005 Owner's Guide

2005 VOLVO XC90
Changing wheels

Location of jack - five-seat models
The jack is located to the right under the rear hatch in the cargo area \
floor. Lift this hatch and release the
retaining strap to lift out the jack. The rear section of the jack's cra\
nk is held in place behind the battery.
The tool bag is stored to the left under the hatch. The front section of\
the crank is stored in the tool bag.
NOTE: The rear section of the crank is enclosed in a protective sleeve that s\
hould be slid off before the
crank is used. We recommend reinserting the crank into this sleeve befor\
e the crank is stowed.
If the vehicle is equipped with the optional grocery bag holder: Fold up\
the rear section of the cargo area
floor, disconnect the grocery bag holder's retaining cords and fold up t\
he lower section of the floor to
access the tool bag.

Location of jack - seven-seat models
hatch in the cargo area floor. Lift this hatch and release the retaining\
strap to slide out the jack. The rear
section of the jack's crank is held in place behind the battery. The too\
l bag is stored to the left under the
hatch. The front section of the crank is stored in the tool bag.
NOTE: The rear section of the crank is enclosed in a protective sleeve that sh\
ould be slid off before the
crank is used. We recommend reinserting the crank into this sleeve befor\
e the crank is stowed.
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Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Operation in temperate climates
Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when t\
emperatures do not exceed 86° F
(30° C), SAE 5W-30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protec\
tion. See the viscosity chart
above.
Extreme engine operation
Synthetic oils meeting SAE 10W-30 and complying with oil quality require\
ments are recommended for
driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when\
towing a trailer over long
distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Changing oil and oil filter
Oil and oil filter changes should be made at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) in\
tervals.
Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives.
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintena\
nce intervals except at
ower request and at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retaile\
r.
l The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts:
l The top half describes the oil's performance level.
l The center identifies the oil's viscosity.
l The bottom half tells whether the oil has demonstrated energy-conserving\
properties in a standard test
in comparison to a reference oil.
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Fluid type : Volvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pincushion CHF 11S) P/N 1161529 \
or equivalent.
Replace : No fluid change required
NOTE: If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the vehicle\
has no electrical current
and must be towed, it is still possible to steer the vehicle. However, k\
eep in mind that greater effort will
be required to turn the steering wheel.
pg. 145 Interior
Wiper blades
Windshield wiper blades
1. Lift the wiper arm off the windshield.
2. Press in the catches (A in the illustration above).
3. Pull out the wiper blade.
4. Insert a new wiper blade and ensure that it is firmly in place.
NOTE: The driver's side wiper blade is longer than the one on the passenger's \
side.
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Tailgate wiper blade
1. Pull the wiper blade out, away from the tailgate window.
2. Pull the wiper blade outward, toward the tailgate.
3. Press the new wiper blade into place. Check that it is properly secur\
ed.




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- Press button 1 again to store the station
2. Volume
3. Forward/back - fast forward or back
4. Source - step between sound sources
5. Preset/disc - selects among CD's (in the optional CD changer) or pr\
eset radio stations
6. Auto store - searches for and stores the strongest radio stations
7. Not in use
8. Not in use
9. Power - off/on
Point the remote control toward the IR port on the radio panel (see the\
illustration on
page 176).
NOTE: If the remote control does not function properly, check the batteries (\
AAA or R03).
pg. 180 Audio
Audio functions
On/Off button
To activate the system:
1. Turn the ignition key to position I.
2. Press the POWER button (1) to switch the audio system on or off.
NOTE: If you switch off the ignition while the audio system is on, the system \
will be on when the
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Index

pg. 199-203 Index
A
A/C (air conditioning)
54
ABS
ii, 27, 98
Adjustable steering wheel
35
Air bags - dual threshold/stage
5
Air cleaner
140
Air distribution
51, 54
Air Quality sensor
55
Air vents
51
Airbag - Side Impact (SIPS)
12
Alarm
82
All Wheel Drive
96
All Wheel Drive - towing
103
Anchorages, for child seats
21
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
ii, 27
Approach lighting
35
Ashtray
43, 68
Audio system
175
AUTO (climate control)
53
Automatic climate control, ECC
52
Automatic gearbox
91
Automatic Locking Retractor
22
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Text window - messages 30
Three-way catalytic converter
170
TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE
30
Tire designations
118
Tire inflation
113
Tire inflation pressure table
115
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
29, 116
Tire pressure, checking
113
Tire terminology
119
Tires, changing
124
Tires
112
Towing
102
Towing - cars with All Wheel Drive
103
Towing a trailer
105
Trailer indicator lamp
29
Trailer towing
105
Transmission - Geartronic
93
Tread wear indicator
112
Treble
181
Trip computer
39
Trip odometer
26
Turn signals
35
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
128
Unlocking the vehicle
79
Upholstery, cleaning
132
V
Valet key
76
Vanity mirror
66
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
164
Vehicle loading
120
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)
164
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