VOLVO V70 & XC70 Owner's Manualesd.volvocars.com/local/en-ca/Owners Content/2010/Owners... · 2016. 3. 4. · VOLVO V70 & XC70 Owner's Manual Web Edition. Welcome to the world-wide

VOLVO V70 & XC70

Owner's Manual Web Edition

Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trustthat you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, anautomobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. Weencourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipmentdescriptions and operating instructions in this manual. We alsourge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times inthis (or any other) vehicle. And, of course, please do not operatea vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or anyimpairment that could hinder your ability to drive.

Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable federal safety andemission standards. For further information please contactyour retailer, or:

In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America, LLC Customer CareCenter

1 Volvo Drive

P.O. Box 914

Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647

1-800-458-1552

www.volvocars.us

In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp

National Customer Service

175 Gordon Baker Road

North York, Ontario M2H 2N7

1-800-663-8255

www.volvocanada.com

2009 © Volvo Car Corporation, All rights reserved.

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0000 IntroductionImportant information................................. 8Important warnings................................... 12Environment.............................................. 13

0101 SafetyOccupant safety........................................ 16Reporting safety defects........................... 17Seat belts ................................................. 18Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) .. . . 21Occupant Weight Sensor ......................... 26Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags ..... 30Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) ................... 32Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS..... 33Crash mode.............................................. 35Child safety............................................... 36Child restraint systems............................. 38Infant seats............................................... 40Convertible seats...................................... 42Booster cushions...................................... 44ISOFIX lower anchors............................... 45Top tether anchors.................................... 46Child restraint registration and recalls...... 47Integrated booster cushion....................... 48Child safety locks...................................... 51

0202 Locks and alarmRemote key and key blade....................... 54Private locking ......................................... 61Keyless drive............................................. 62Locks........................................................ 65Alarm......................................................... 67

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 5

0303 Your driving environmentInstruments and controls.......................... 72Ignition modes.......................................... 79Seats......................................................... 81Steering wheel.......................................... 86Lighting..................................................... 87Wipers and washers................................. 93Power windows......................................... 96Mirrors....................................................... 98Power moon roof* .................................. 100HomeLink® Wireless Control System*... 102Starting the engine.................................. 105Transmission........................................... 109Brakes..................................................... 112Parking brake.......................................... 114Hill Descent Control (HDC)..................... 117 04

04 Comfort and driving pleasureMenus and messages............................. 122Climate system....................................... 126Audio system.......................................... 133Bluetooth® hands-free connection......... 147Trip computer......................................... 153Compass................................................. 155Stability system....................................... 156Active chassis system–Four C................ 158Cruise control.......................................... 159Collision warning with Auto-brake*......... 161Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*.............. 167Distance alert* ........................................ 174Driver Alert System* ............................... 177Park assist*............................................. 182Blind Spot Information System*.............. 185Passenger compartment convenience.. . 189

0505 During your tripDriving recommendations....................... 196Refueling................................................. 200Loading................................................... 204Cargo area ............................................. 209Towing a trailer....................................... 212Emergency towing.................................. 214

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0606 Maintenance and

specificationsVolvo maintenance.................................. 218Maintaining your car............................... 219Hood and engine compartment.............. 221Engine oil................................................ 222Fluids...................................................... 224Replacing bulbs...................................... 226Wiper blades and washer fluid................ 233Battery..................................................... 235Fuses...................................................... 238Wheels and tires..................................... 246Vehicle care............................................. 268Label information.................................... 273Specifications......................................... 275Volvo programs....................................... 284 07

07 IndexIndex....................................................... 286

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Introduction

Important information

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About this manual

• Before you operate your vehicle for the firsttime, please familiarize yourself with theinformation found in the chapters "YourDriving Environment" and "During YourTrip."

• Information contained in the balance of themanual is extremely useful and shouldpreferably be read after operating the vehi-cle for the first time.

• The manual is structured so that it can beused for reference. For this reason, itshould be kept in the vehicle for readyaccess.

FootnotesCertain pages of this manual contain informa-tion in the form of footnotes at the bottom ofthe page. This information supplements thetext that the footnote number refers to (a letteris used if the footnote refers to text in a table).

Display textsThere are several displays in the driver’s fieldof vision that show messages generated byvarious systems and functions in the vehicle.These texts are indicated in the Owner’s Man-ual by being in slightly larger type than the sur-rounding text and are printed in gray, (forexample: Doors auto lock).

DecalsThere are various types of decals in the vehiclewhose purpose is to provide important infor-mation in a clear and concise way. The impor-tance of these decals is explained as follows,in descending order of importance.

Risk of injury

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Black ISO symbols on a yellow warning back-ground, white text/image on a black back-ground. Decals of this type are used to indicatepotential danger. Ignoring a warning of thistype could result in serious injury or death.

Risk of damage to the vehicle

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White ISO symbols and white text/image on ablack or blue warning background and spacefor a message. If the information on decals ofthis type is ignored, damage to the vehiclecould result.

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Information

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White ISO symbols and white text/image on ablack background. These decals provide gen-eral information.

NOTE

The decals shown in the Owner’s Manualare examples only and are not intended tobe reproductions of the decals actually usedin the vehicle. The purpose is to give an indi-cation of how they look and their approxi-mate location in the vehicle. The applicableinformation for your particular vehicle canbe found on the respective decals in thevehicle.

Types of lists used in the manual

ProceduresProcedures (step-by-step instructions), oractions that must be carried out in a certainorder, are arranged in numbered lists in thismanual.

If there is a series of illustrations associatedwith step-by-step instructions, each stepin the procedure is numbered in the sameway as the corresponding illustration.

Lists in which letters are used can be foundwith series of illustrations in cases wherethe order in which the instructions are car-ried out is not important.

Arrows with or without numbers are usedto indicate the direction of a movement.

If there are no illustrations associated with astep-by-step list, the steps in the procedureare indicated by ordinary numbers.

Position listsRed circles containing a number are usedin general overview illustrations in whichcertain components are pointed out. Thecorresponding number is also used in theposition list's description of the variouscomponents.

Bullet listsBullets are used to differentiate a number ofcomponents/functions/points of informationthat can be listed in random order.

For example:

• Coolant• Engine oil

Continued� �This symbol can be found at the lower rightcorner of an odd-numbered (right-hand) pageto indicate that the current topic is continuedon the following page.

Options and accessoriesOptional or accessory equipment described inthis manual is indicated by an asterisk.

Optional or accessory equipment may not beavailable in all countries or markets. Pleasenote that some vehicles may be equipped dif-ferently, depending on special legal require-ments.

Optional or accessory equipment may not beavailable in all countries or markets. Pleasenote that some vehicles may be equipped dif-ferently, depending on special legal require-ments.

Contact your Volvo retailer for additional infor-mation.

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NOTE

• All information, illustrations and specifi-cations contained in this manual arebased on the latest product informationavailable at the time of publication.

• Volvo reserves the right to make modelchanges at any time, or to change spec-ifications or design without notice andwithout incurring obligation.

• Do not export your Volvo to anothercountry before investigating that coun-try's applicable safety and emissioncontrol requirements. In some cases itmay be difficult or impossible to complywith these requirements. Modificationsto the emission control system(s) mayrender your Volvo not certifiable forlegal operation in the U.S., Canada andother countries.

WARNING

If your vehicle is involved in an accident,unseen damage may affect its drivabilityand safety.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA proposition 65

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,and certain vehicle components contain oremit chemicals known to the state of Cali-fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects orother reproductive harm. In addition, certainfluids contained in vehicles and certainproducts of component wear contain oremit chemicals known to the State of Cali-fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects orother reproductive harm.

WARNING

Certain components of this vehicle such asair bag modules, seat belt pretensioners,adaptive steering columns, and button cellbatteries may contain Perchlorate material.Special handling may apply for service orvehicle end of life disposal.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

ShiftlockWhen your vehicle is parked, the gear selectoris locked in the P (Park) position. To release theselector from this position, the ignition must bein mode II (see page 79) or the engine mustbe running. Depress the brake pedal, press thebutton on the front side of the gear selector andmove the selector from P (Park).

KeylockWhen you switch off the ignition, the gearselector must be in the P (Park) position beforethe remote key can be removed from the igni-tion slot.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)The ABS system performs a brief self-diagnos-tic test when the engine has been started anddriver releases the brake pedal. Another auto-matic test may be performed when the vehiclefirst reaches a speed of approximately 25 mph(40 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate severaltimes and a sound may be audible from theABS control module. This is normal.

Fuel filler doorPress the button on the light switch panel (seethe illustration on page 202) when the vehicleis at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door.Please note that the fuel filler door will remainunlocked until the vehicle begins to move for-ward. An audible click will be heard when thefuel filler door relocks.

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Fuel filler capThe fuel filler door, located on the right rearfender, is connected to your vehicle's centrallocking system.

Points to keep in mind• Do not export your Volvo to another coun-

try before investigating that country'sapplicable safety and exhaust emissionrequirements. In some cases it may be dif-ficult or impossible to comply with theserequirements. Modifications to the emis-sion control system(s) may render yourVolvo not certifiable for legal operation inthe U.S., Canada and other countries.

• All information, illustrations and specifica-tions contained in this manual are based onthe latest product information available atthe time of publication. Please note thatsome vehicles may be equipped differ-ently, depending on special legal require-ments. Optional equipment described inthis manual may not be available in all mar-kets.

• Volvo reserves the right to make modelchanges at any time, or to change specifi-cations or design without notice and with-out incurring obligation.

Vehicle event data (Black box)Your vehicle's driving and safety systemsemploy computers that monitor, and sharewith each other, information about your vehi-cle's operation. One or more of these comput-ers may store what they monitor, either duringnormal vehicle operation or in a crash or near-crash event. Stored information may be readand used by:

• Volvo Car Corporation• service and repair facilities• law enforcement or government agencies• others who may assert a legal right to

know, or who obtain your consent to knowsuch information.

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Important warnings

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Driver distractionA driver has a responsibility to do everythingpossible to ensure his or her own safety andthe safety of passengers in the vehicle and oth-ers sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractionsis part of that responsibility.

Driver distraction results from driver activitiesthat are not directly related to controlling thevehicle in the driving environment. Your newVolvo is, or can be, equipped with many fea-ture-rich entertainment and communicationsystems. These include hands-free cellular tel-ephones, navigation systems, and multipur-pose audio systems. You may also own otherportable electronic devices for your own con-venience. When used properly and safely, theyenrich the driving experience. Improperly used,any of these could cause a distraction.

For all of these systems, we want to provide thefollowing warning that reflects the strong Volvoconcern for your safety. Never use these devi-ces or any feature of your vehicle in a way thatdistracts you from the task of driving safely.Distraction can lead to a serious accident. Inaddition to this general warning, we offer thefollowing guidance regarding specific newerfeatures that may be found in your vehicle

• Never use a hand-held cellular telephonewhile driving. Some jurisdictions prohibit

cellular telephone use by a driver while thevehicle is moving.

• If your vehicle is equipped with a naviga-tion system, set and make changes to yourtravel itinerary only with the vehicle parked.

• Never program your audio system whilethe vehicle is moving. Program radio pre-sets with the vehicle parked, and use yourprogrammed presets to make radio usequicker and simpler.

• Never use portable computers or personaldigital assistants while the vehicle is mov-ing.

Accessory installation• We strongly recommend that Volvo owners

install only genuine, Volvo-approvedaccessories, and that accessory installa-tions be performed only by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.

• Genuine Volvo accessories are tested toensure compatibility with the performance,safety, and emission systems in your vehi-cle. Additionally, a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician knows whereaccessories may and may not be safelyinstalled in your Volvo. In all cases, pleaseconsult a trained and qualified Volvo serv-ice technician before installing any acces-sory in or on your vehicle.

• Accessories that have not been approvedby Volvo may or may not be specificallytested for compatibility with your vehicle.Additionally, an inexperienced installermay not be familiar with some of your car'ssystems.

• Any of your car's performance and safetysystems could be adversely affected if youinstall accessories that Volvo has not tes-ted, or if you allow accessories to be instal-led by someone unfamiliar with your vehi-cle.

• Damage caused by unapproved orimproperly installed accessories may notbe covered by your new vehicle warranty.See your Warranty and Service RecordsInformation booklet for more warrantyinformation. Volvo assumes no responsi-bility for death, injury, or expenses thatmay result from the installation of non-gen-uine accessories.

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Environment

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Volvo and the environmentVolvo is committed to the well being of its cus-tomers. As a natural part of this commitment,we care about the environment in which we alllive. Caring for the environment means aneveryday involvement in reducing our environ-mental impact. Volvo's environmental activitiesare based on a holistic view, which means weconsider the overall environmental impact of aproduct throughout its complete life cycle. Inthis context, design, production, product use,and recycling are all important considerations.In production, Volvo has partly or completelyphased out several chemicals including CFCs,lead chromates, asbestos, and cadmium; andreduced the number of chemicals used in ourplants 50% since 1991.

Volvo was the first in the world to introduce intoproduction a three-way catalytic converter witha Lambda sond, now called the heated oxygensensor, in 1976. The current version of thishighly efficient system reduces emissions ofharmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from theexhaust pipe by approximately 95 – 99% andthe search to eliminate the remaining emis-sions continues. Volvo is the only automobilemanufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits forthe air conditioning system of all models as farback as the 1975 model 240. Advanced elec-tronic engine controls and cleaner fuels arebringing us closer to our goal. After Volvo vehi-

cles and parts have fulfilled their use, recyclingis the next critical step in completing the lifecycle. The metal content is about 75% of thetotal weight of a vehicle, which makes the vehi-cle among the most recycled industrial prod-ucts. In order to have efficient and well-con-trolled recycling, dismantling information isavailable for all Volvo models. For Volvo, allhomogeneous plastic parts weighing morethan 3.4 oz. (100 grams) are marked with inter-national symbols that indicate how the com-ponent is to be sorted for recycling. In additionto continuous environmental refinement ofconventional gasoline-powered internal com-bustion engines, Volvo is actively looking atadvanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles.

When you drive a Volvo, you become our part-ner in the work to lessen the car's impact onthe environment. To reduce your vehicle'senvironmental impact, you can:

• Maintain proper air pressure in your tires.Tests have shown decreased fuel econ-omy with improperly inflated tires.

• Follow the recommended maintenanceschedule in your Warranty and ServiceRecords Information booklet.

• Drive at a constant speed whenever pos-sible.

• See a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician as soon as possible for inspec-tion if the check engine (malfunction indi-

cator) light illuminates, or stays on after thevehicle has started.

• Properly dispose of any vehicle-relatedwaste such as used motor oil, used batter-ies, brake pads, etc.

• When cleaning your vehicle, please usegenuine Volvo car care products. All Volvocar care products are formulated to beenvironmentally friendly.

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Occupant safety...................................................................................... 16Reporting safety defects......................................................................... 17Seat belts ............................................................................................... 18Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) ................................................... 21Occupant Weight Sensor ....................................................................... 26Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags ................................................... 30Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) ................................................................. 32Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS................................................... 33Crash mode............................................................................................ 35Child safety............................................................................................. 36Child restraint systems........................................................................... 38Infant seats.............................................................................................. 40Convertible seats.................................................................................... 42Booster cushions.................................................................................... 44ISOFIX lower anchors............................................................................. 45Top tether anchors.................................................................................. 46Child restraint registration and recalls.................................................... 47Integrated booster cushion..................................................................... 48Child safety locks.................................................................................... 51

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Volvo's concern for safetySafety is Volvo's cornerstone. Our concerndates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolledoff the production line. Three-point seat belts(a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact zones were designed intoVolvo vehicles long before it was fashionableor required by government regulation.

We will not compromize our commitment tosafety. We continue to seek out new safetyfeatures and to refine those already in our vehi-cles. You can help. We would appreciate hear-ing your suggestions about improving automo-bile safety. We also want to know if you everhave a safety concern with your vehicle. Call usin the U.S. at: 1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at:1-800-663-8255.

Occupant safety remindersHow safely you drive doesn't depend on howold you are but rather on:

• How well you see.• Your ability to concentrate.• How quickly you make decisions under

stress to avoid an accident.

The following suggestions are intended to helpyou cope with the ever changing traffic envi-ronment.

• Never drink and drive.• If you are taking any medication, consult

your physician about its potential effectson your driving abilities.

• Take a driver-retraining course.• Have your eyes checked regularly.• Keep your windshield and headlights

clean.

• Replace wiper blades when they start toleave streaks.

• Take into account the traffic, road, andweather conditions, particularly withregard to stopping distance.

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Reporting safety defects in the U.S.If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition tonotifying Volvo Cars of North Amer-ica, LLC. If NHTSA receives similarcomplaints, it may open an investiga-tion, and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a recall and remedy campaign.However, NHTSA cannot becomeinvolved in individual problemsbetween you, your retailer, or VolvoCars of North America, LLC. To con-tact NHTSA, you may either call theAuto Safety Hotline toll-free at

1-888-327-4236

(TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to:NHTSA, U.S. Department of Trans-portation, Washington D.C. 20590.

You can also obtain other informationabout motor vehicle safety from:

http://www.safercar.gov

Volvo strongly recommends that ifyour vehicle is covered under a serv-ice campaign, safety or emissionrecall or similar action, it should becompleted as soon as possible.Please check with your local retaileror Volvo Cars of North America, LLCif your vehicle is covered under theseconditions.

NHTSA can be reached at:

Internet:

http://www.nhtsa.gov

Telephone:

1-888-DASH-2-DOT(1-888-327-4236).

Reporting safety defects in CanadaIf you believe your vehicle has a defect thatcould cause a crash or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediately inform Trans-port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Carsof Canada Corp.

To contact Transport Canada, call(800) 333 – 0510, or (613) 993 – 9851 if you arecalling from the Ottawa region.

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General information

Adjusting the seat belt

Seat belts should always be worn by all occu-pants of your vehicle. Children should be prop-erly restrained, using an infant, car, or boosterseat determined by age, weight and height.

Volvo also believes no child should sit in thefront seat of a vehicle.

Most states and provinces make it mandatoryfor occupants of a vehicle to use seat belts.

Seat belt pretensionersAll seat belts are equipped with pretensionersthat reduce slack in the belts. These preten-sioners are triggered in situations where thefront or side impact airbags deploy, and in cer-tain impacts from the rear. The front seat beltsalso include a tension reducing device which,

in the event of a collision, limits the peak forcesexerted by the seat belt on the occupant.

Buckling a seat beltPull the belt out far enough to insert the latchplate into the receptacle until a distinct click isheard. The seat belt retractor is normally"unlocked" and you can move freely, providedthat the shoulder belt is not pulled out too far.

The seat belt retractor will lock up in the fol-lowing situations:

The seat belt retractor will lock up in the fol-lowing situations:

• if the belt is pulled out rapidly• during braking and acceleration• if the vehicle is leaning excessively• when driving in turns• if the Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer-

gency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) is acti-vated

NOTE

Each seat belt (except for the driver's belt)is equipped with the ALR/ELR function,which is designed to help keep the seat belttaut. ALR/ELR activates if the seat belt ispulled out as far as possible. If this is done,a sound from the seat belt retractor will beaudible, which is normal, and the seat beltwill be pulled taut and locked in place. Thisfunction is automatically disabled when theseat belt is unbuckled and fully retracted.

See also page See page 37 for informationabout using a seat belt's ALR/ELR function toanchor a child seat.

When wearing the seat belt remember:• The belt should not be twisted or turned.• The lap section of the belt must be posi-

tioned low on the hips (not pressing againstthe abdomen).

• Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolledup into its retractor and that the shoulderand lap belts are taut.

Unbuckling the seat beltTo remove the seat belt, press the red sectionon the seat belt receptacle. Before exiting thevehicle, check that the seat belt retracts fullyafter being unbuckled. If necessary, guide thebelt back into the retractor slot.

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Seat belt maintenanceCheck periodically that the seat belts are ingood condition. Use water and a mild deter-gent for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanismfunction as follows: attach the seat belt and pullrapidly on the strap.

WARNING

Never use a seat belt for more than oneoccupant. Never wear the shoulder portionof the belt under the arm, behind the backor otherwise out of position. Such use couldcause injury in the event of an accident. Asseat belts lose much of their strength whenexposed to violent stretching, they shouldbe replaced after any collision, even if theyappear to be undamaged.

WARNING

• Never repair the belt yourself; have thiswork done by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician only.

• Any device used to induce slack into theshoulder belt portion of the three-pointbelt system will have a detrimentaleffect on the amount of protection avail-able to you in the event of a collision.

• The seat back should not be tilted toofar back. The shoulder belt must be tautin order to function properly.

• Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat children who have outgrown thesedevices sit in the rear seat with the seatbelt properly fastened.

Seat belt reminder

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Seat belt reminder light in ceiling console

The seat belt reminder consists of an audiblesignal, an indicator light near the rearview mir-ror and a symbol in the instrument panel thatalert all occupants of the vehicle to fasten theirseat belts. The audible signal and warning lightwill be on for a total of 6 seconds from the timethe ignition is switched on, regardless ofwhether or not the seat belts are fastened.

If the front seat belts are unbuckled while thevehicle is in motion, the audible signal andwarning light will be active for a total of 6 sec-onds.

Rear seatsThe seat belt reminder in the rear seat has twoadditional functions:

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• It provides information about which seatbelts are fastened in the rear seat. A mes-sage will appear in the information displaywhen a belt is being used. This messagewill disappear after approximately 6 sec-onds or can be erased by pressing theREAD button on the left steering wheellever.

• It also provides a reminder if one of theoccupants of the rear seat has unbuckledhis/her seat belt while the vehicle is inmotion. A visual and audible signal will begiven. These signals will stop when theseat belt has been re-buckled or can bestopped by pressing the READ button.

The message in the information display canalways be accessed, even if it has been erased,by pressing the READ button to display storedmessages.

Seat belt use during pregnancy

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The seat belt should always be worn duringpregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in thecorrect way. The diagonal section should wrapover the shoulder then be routed between thebreasts and to the side of the belly. The lapsection should lay flat over the thighs and aslow as possible under the belly. It must neverbe allowed to ride upward. Remove all slackfrom the belt and ensure that it fits close to thebody without any twists.

As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant driversshould adjust their seats and steering wheelsuch that they can easily maintain control of thevehicle as they drive (which means they mustbe able to easily operate the foot pedals andsteering wheel). Within this context, theyshould strive to position the seat with as large

a distance as possible between their belly andthe steering wheel.

Child seatsPlease refer to page 38 for information onsecuring child seats with the seat belts.

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General information

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Warning symbols in the instrument panel

As an enhancement to the three-point seatbelts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supple-mental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRSconsists of seat belt pretensioners, front air-bags, side impact airbags, a front passengeroccupant weight sensor, and inflatable cur-tains. All of these systems are monitored by theSRS control module. An SRS warning light inthe instrument panel (see the illustration) illu-minates when the ignition is in modes I, II, orIII, and will normally go out after approximately6 seconds if no faults are detected in the sys-tem.

Where applicable, a text message will also bedisplayed when the SRS warning light illumi-nates. If this warning symbol is not functioning

properly, the general warning symbol illumi-nates and a text message will be displayed.See also page 74 and page 76 for moreinformation about indicator and warning sym-bols.

WARNING

• If the SRS warning light stays on afterthe engine has started or if it illuminateswhile you are driving, have the vehicleinspected by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician as soon aspossible.

• Never try to repair any component orpart of the SRS yourself. Any interfer-ence in the system could cause mal-function and serious injury. All work onthese systems should be performed bya trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician.

WARNING

If your vehicle has been subjected to floodconditions (e.g., soaked carpeting/standingwater on the floor of the vehicle) or if yourvehicle has become flood-damaged in anyway, do not attempt to start the vehicle orinsert the remote key into the ignition slotbefore disconnecting the battery (seebelow). This may cause airbag deploymentwhich could result in personal injury. Havethe vehicle towed to a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician for repairs.

Automatic transmission:

Before attempting to tow the vehicle:

1. Switch off the ignition for at least10 minutes and disconnect the battery.

2. Follow the instructions for manuallyoverriding the shiftlock system on page110.

Please be aware that overriding the shiftlocksystem does not release the steering wheellock.

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The front airbag systemThe front airbags supplement the three-pointseat belts. For these airbags to provide theprotection intended, seat belts must be wornat all times.

The front airbag system includes gas genera-tors surrounded by the airbags, and decelera-tion sensors that activate the gas generators,causing the airbags to be inflated with nitrogengas.

Location of the passenger's side front airbag

As the movement of the seats' occupants com-presses the airbags, some of the gas is expel-led at a controlled rate to provide better cush-ioning. Both seat belt pretensioners alsodeploy, minimizing seat belt slack. The entireprocess, including inflation and deflation of theairbags, takes approximately one fifth of a sec-ond.

The location of the front airbags is indicated bySRS AIRBAG embossed on the steering wheelpad and above the glove compartment, and bydecals on both sun visors and on the front andfar right side of the dash.

The driver's side front airbag is folded andlocated in the steering wheel hub.

The passenger's side front airbag is foldedbehind a panel located above the glove com-partment.

WARNING

• The airbags in the vehicle are designedto be a SUPPLEMENT to–not a replace-ment for–the three-point seat belts. Formaximum protection, wear seat belts atall times. Be aware that no system canprevent all possible injuries that mayoccur in an accident.

• Never drive a vehicle with a steeringwheel-mounted airbag with your handson the steering wheel pad/airbag hous-ing.

• The front airbags are designed to helpprevent serious injury. Deploymentoccurs very quickly and with consider-able force. During normal deploymentand depending on variables such asseating position, one may experienceabrasions, bruises, swellings, or otherinjuries as a result from deployment ofone or both of the airbags.

• When installing any accessory equip-ment, make sure that the front airbagsystem is not damaged. Any interfer-ence in the system could cause mal-function.

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Front airbag deployment• The front airbags are designed to deploy

during certain frontal or front-angular col-lisions, impacts, or decelerations, depend-ing on the crash severity, angle, speed andobject impacted. The airbags may alsodeploy in certain non-frontal collisionswhere rapid deceleration occurs.

• The SRS sensors, which trigger the frontairbags, are designed to react to both theimpact of the collision and the inertialforces generated by it, and to determine ifthe intensity of the collision is sufficient forthe seat belt pretensioners and/or airbagsto be deployed.

However, not all frontal collisions activate thefront airbags.

• If the collision involves a nonrigid object(e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixedobject at a low speed, the front airbags willnot necessarily deploy.

• Front airbags do not normally deploy in aside impact collision, in a collision from therear or in a rollover situation.

• The amount of damage to the bodyworkdoes not reliably indicate if the airbagsshould have deployed or not.

WARNING

• Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat occupants under 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) in height who have outgrownthese devices sit in the rear seat with theseat belt fastened1.

• Never drive with the airbags deployed.The fact that they hang out can impairthe steering of your vehicle. Othersafety systems can also be damaged.

• The smoke and dust formed when theairbags are deployed can cause skinand eye irritation in the event of pro-longed exposure.

Should you have questions about any compo-nent in the SRS system, please contact atrained and qualified Volvo service technicianor Volvo Customer Support:

In the USA

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC

Customer Care Center

1 Volvo Drive

P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647

1-800-458-1552

www.volvocars.us

In Canada

Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.


175 Gordon Baker Road

North York, Ontario M2H 2N7

1-800-663-8255

www.volvocanada.com

1 See also the Occupant Weight Sensor information see page 26.

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NOTE

• Deployment of front airbags occurs onlyone time during an accident. In a colli-sion where deployment occurs, the air-bags and seat belt pretensioners acti-vate. Some noise occurs and a smallamount of powder is released. Therelease of the powder may appear assmoke-like matter. This is a normalcharacteristic and does not indicate fire.

• Volvo's front airbags use special sen-sors that are integrated with the frontseat buckles. The point at which the air-bag deploys is determined by whetheror not the seat belt is being used, as wellas the severity of the collision.

• Collisions can occur where only one ofthe airbags deploys. If the impact is lesssevere, but severe enough to present aclear injury risk, the airbags are trig-gered at partial capacity. If the impact ismore severe, the airbags are triggeredat full capacity.

Airbag decals

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WARNING

• Children must never be allowed in thefront passenger's seat. Volvo recom-mends that ALL occupants (adults andchildren) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) be seated in the back seat ofany vehicle with a passenger-side frontairbag.

• Occupants in the front passenger's seatmust never sit on the edge of the seat,sit leaning toward the instrument panelor otherwise sit out of position.

• The occupant's back must be as uprightas comfort allows and be against theseat back with the seat belt properlyfastened.

• Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not onthe dash, seat or out of the window.

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WARNING

• No objects or accessory equipment,e.g. dashboard covers, may be placedon, attached to, or installed near the airbag hatch (the area above the glovecompartment) or the area affected byairbag deployment (see the illustrationon page 22).

• There should be no loose articles, suchas coffee cups on the floor, seat, ordashboard area.

• Never try to open the airbag cover onthe steering wheel or the passenger'sside dashboard. This should only bedone by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.

• Failure to follow these instructions canresult in injury to the vehicle occupants.

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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator light

Disabling the passenger's side frontairbagVolvo recommends that ALL occupants (adultsand children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) be seated in the back seat of anyvehicle with a front passenger side airbag, andbe properly restrained for their size and weight.For child safety recommendations, seepage 37.

The Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) isdesigned to meet the regulatory requirementsof Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (willnot inflate) the passenger's side front airbagunder certain conditions.

The OWS works with sensors that are part ofthe front passenger's seat and seat belt. Thesensors are designed to detect the presence ofa properly seated occupant and determine ifthe passenger's side front airbag should beenabled (may inflate) or disabled (will notinflate).

The OWS will disable (will not inflate) the pas-senger's side front airbag when:

• the front passenger's seat is unoccupied,or has small/medium objects in the frontseat,

• the system determines that an infant ispresent in a rear-facing infant seat that isinstalled according to the manufacturer'sinstructions,

• the system determines that a small child ispresent in a forward-facing child restraintthat is installed according to the manufac-turer's instructions,

• the system determines that a small child ispresent in a booster seat,

• a front passenger takes his/her weight offof the seat for a period of time,

• a child or a small person occupies the frontpassenger's seat.

The OWS uses a PASSENGER AIRBAG OFFindicator lamp which will illuminate and stay onto remind you that the passenger's side front

airbag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF indicator lamp is located in the overheadconsole, near the base of the rearview mirror.

NOTE

When the ignition is switched on, the OWSindicator light will go on for up to 10 secondswhile the system performs a self-diagnostictest.

However, if a fault is detected in the system:

• The OWS indicator light will stay on• The SRS warning light (see page 21) will

come on and stay on

• The message PASS AIRBAG OFFSERVICE URGENT will be displayed inthe information display.

WARNING

If a fault in the system is detected and indi-cated as described, be aware that the pas-senger's side front airbag will not deploy inthe event of a collision. In this case, the SRSsystem and Occupant Weight Sensorshould be inspected by a trained and quali-fied Volvo service technician as soon aspossible.

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WARNING

• Never try to open, remove, or repair anycomponents in the OWS system. Thiscould result in system malfunction.Maintenance or repairs should only becarried out by an a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician.

• The front passenger's seat should notbe modified in any way. This couldreduce pressure on the seat cushion,which might interfere with the OWS sys-tem's function.

Passeng-er's seatoccu-pancy sta-tus

OWS indi-cator lightstatus

Passeng-er's sidefront air-bag status

Seat unoc-cupied

OWS indica-tor lightlights up.

Passenger'sside frontairbag disa-bled

Seat occu-pied by lowweightoccupant/objectA

OWS indica-tor lightlights up

Passenger'sside frontairbag disa-bled

Seat occu-pied byheavy occu-pant/object

OWS indica-tor light isnot lit

Passenger'sside frontairbag ena-bled

A Volvo recommends that children always be properlyrestrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats. Donot assume that the passenger's side front airbag is disabledunless the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is lit.Make sure the child restraint is properly installed. If there isany doubt as to the status of the passenger's side front air-bag, move the child restraint to the rear seat.

The OWS is designed to enable (may inflate)the passenger's side front airbag anytime thesystem senses that a person of adult size issitting properly in the front passenger's seat.

The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lampwill be off and remain off.

If a person of adult size is sitting in the frontpassenger's seat, but the PASSENGER AIR-BAG OFF indicator lamp is on, it is possible thatthe person isn't sitting properly in the seat. Ifthis happens:

• Turn the vehicle off and ask the person toplace the seatback in an upright position.

• Have the person sit upright in the seat,centered on the seat cushion, with the per-son's legs comfortably extended.

• Restart the vehicle and have the personremain in this position for about twominutes. This will allow the system todetect that person and enable the pas-senger's frontal airbag.

• If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicatorlamp remains on even after this, the personshould be advised to ride in the rear seat.

This condition reflects limitations of the OWSclassification capability. It does not indicateOWS malfunction.

ModificationsIf you are considering modifying your vehicle inany way to accommodate a disability, forexample by altering or adapting the driver's orfront passenger's seat(s) and/or airbag sys-tems, please contact Volvo at:

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In the USA

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC

Customer Care Center

1 Volvo Drive

P.O. Box 914

Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647

1-800-458-1552

In Canada

Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.


175 Gordon Baker Road North York, OntarioM2H 2N7

1-800-663-8255

WARNING

• No objects that add to the total weighton the seat should be placed on thefront passenger's seat. If a child isseated in the front passenger's seatwith any additional weight, this extraweight could cause the OWS system toenable the airbag, which might cause itto deploy in the event of a collision,thereby injuring the child.

• The seat belt should never be wrappedaround an object on the front passeng-er's seat. This could interfere with theOWS system's function.

• The front passenger's seat belt shouldnever be used in a way that exerts morepressure on the passenger than normal.This could increase the pressure exer-ted on the weight sensor by a child, andcould result in the airbag being enabled,which might cause it to deploy in theevent of a collision, thereby injuring thechild.

WARNING

• Keep the following points in mind withrespect to the OWS system. Failure tofollow these instructions couldadversely affect the system's functionand result in serious injury to the occu-pant of the front passenger's seat:

• The full weight of the front seat passen-ger should always be on the seat cush-ion. The passenger should never lifthim/herself off the seat cushion usingthe armrest in the door or the centerconsole, by pressing the feet on thefloor, by sitting on the edge of the seatcushion, or by pressing against thebackrest in a way that reduces pressureon the seat cushion. This could causeOWS to disable the front, passenger'sside airbag.

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WARNING

• Do not place any type of object on thefront passenger's seat in such a waythat jamming, pressing, or squeezingoccurs between the object and the frontseat, other than as a direct result of thecorrect use of the Automatic LockingRetractor/Emergency Locking Retrac-tor (ALR/ELR) seat belt (see page 37).

• No objects should be placed under thefront passenger's seat. This could inter-fere with the OWS system's function.

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As an enhancement to the structural sideimpact protection built into your vehicle, it isalso equipped with Side Impact ProtectionSystem (SIPS) airbags.

The SIPS airbag system is designed to helpincrease occupant protection in the event ofcertain side impact collisions. The SIPS air-bags are designed to deploy only during cer-tain side-impact collisions, depending on thecrash severity, angle, speed and point ofimpact.

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SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occursonly on the side of the vehicle affected by theimpact. The airbags are not designed to deployin all side impact situations.

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SIPS decal on the front of the driver's door open-ing

NOTE

SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occursonly on the side of the vehicle affected bythe impact. The airbags are not designed todeploy in all side impact situations.

Components in the SIPS airbag systemThis SIPS airbag system consists of a gas gen-erator, the side airbag modules built into theoutboard sides of both front seat backrests,and electronic sensors/wiring.

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WARNING

• The SIPS airbag system is a supple-ment to the structural Side Impact Pro-tection System and the three-point seatbelt system. It is not designed to deployduring collisions from the front or rear ofthe vehicle or in rollover situations.

• The use of seat covers on the front seatsmay impede SIPS airbag deployment.

• No objects, accessory equipment orstickers may be placed on, attached toor installed near the SIPS airbag systemor in the area affected by SIPS airbagdeployment.

• Never try to open or repair any compo-nents of the SIPS airbag system. Thisshould be done only by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.

• In order for the SIPS airbag to provideits best protection, both front seatoccupants should sit in an upright posi-tion with the seat belt properly fastened.

• Failure to follow these instructions canresult in injury to the occupants of thevehicle in the event of an accident.

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General information

This system consists of inflatable curtainslocated along the sides of the roof liners,stretching from the center of both front sidewindows to the rear edge of the rear side doorwindows. It is designed to help protect theheads of the occupants of the front seats andthe occupant of the outboard rear seating posi-tions in certain side impact collisions.

In certain side impacts, both the Inflatable Cur-tain (VIC) and the Side Impact Airbag System(SIPS airbag) will deploy. The VIC and the SIPSairbag deploy simultaneously.

NOTE

If the inflatable curtain deploys, it remainsinflated for approximately 3 seconds.

WARNING

• The VIC system is a supplement to theSide Impact Protection System. It is notdesigned to deploy during collisionsfrom the front or rear of the vehicle or inrollover situations.

• Never try to open or repair any compo-nents of the VIC system. This should bedone only by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician.

• Never hang heavy items from the ceilinghandles. This could impede deploymentof the Inflatable Curtain.

• The cargo area and rear seat should notbe loaded to a level higher than 2 in.(5 cm) below the upper edge of the rearside windows. Objects placed higherthan this level could impede the func-tion of the Volvo Inflatable Curtain.

WARNING

In order for the VIC to provide its best pro-tection, both front seat occupants and bothoutboard rear seat occupants should sit inan upright position with the seat belt prop-erly fastened; adults using the seat belt andchildren using the proper child restraint sys-tem. Only adults should sit in the front seats.Children must never be allowed in the frontpassenger seat, see page 37 for guide-lines. Failure to follow these instructions canresult in injury to the vehicle occupants in anaccident.

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Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) –front seats onlyThe WHIPS system consists of speciallydesigned hinges and brackets on the front seatbackrests designed to help absorb some of theenergy generated in a collision from the rear(when the vehicle is rear-ended).

In the event of a collision of this type, the hingesand brackets of the front seat backrests aredesigned to change position slightly to allowthe backrest/head restraint to help support theoccupant's head before moving slightly rear-ward. This movement helps absorb some ofthe forces that could result in whiplash.

WARNING

• The WHIPS system is designed to sup-plement the other safety systems inyour vehicle. For this system to functionproperly, the three-point seat belt mustbe worn. Please be aware that no sys-tem can prevent all possible injuries thatmay occur in an accident.

• The WHIPS system is designed to func-tion in certain collisions from the rear,depending on the crash severity, angleand speed.

WARNING

• Occupants in the front seats must neversit out of position. The occupant's backmust be as upright as comfort allowsand be against the seat back with theseat belt properly fastened.

• If your vehicle has been involved in arear-end collision, the front seat backr-ests must be inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician, evenif the seats appear to be undamaged.Certain components in the WHIPS sys-tem may need to be replaced.

• Do not attempt to service any compo-nent in the WHIPS system yourself.

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WARNING

• Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behindthe front seats could impede the func-tion of the WHIPS system.

• If the rear seat backrests are foldeddown, cargo must be secured to pre-vent it from sliding forward against thefront seat backrests in the event of acollision from the rear. This could inter-fere with the action of the WHIPS sys-tem.

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Any contact between the front seat backr-ests and the folded rear seat or a rear-facingchild seat could impede the function of theWHIPS system. If the rear seat is foldeddown, the occupied front seats must beadjusted forward so that they do not touchthe folded rear seat.

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Driving after a collisionIf the vehicle has been involved in a collision,the text Safety mode See manual mayappear in the information display. This indi-cates that the vehicle's functionality has beenreduced.

NOTE

This text can only be shown if the display isundamaged and the vehicle's electrical sys-tem is intact.

Safety mode is a feature that is triggered if oneor more of the safety systems (e.g. front or sideairbags, an inflatable curtain, or one or more ofthe seat belt pretensioners) has deployed. Thecollision may have damaged an important

function in the vehicle, such as the fuel lines,sensors for one of the safety systems, thebrake system, etc.

WARNING

• Never attempt to repair the vehicleyourself or to reset the electrical systemafter the vehicle has displayed Safetymode See manual. This could result ininjury or improper system function.

• Restoring the vehicle to normal operat-ing status should only be done by atrained and qualified Volvo service tech-nician.

• After Safety mode See manual hasbeen displayed, if you detect the odorof fuel vapor, or see any signs of fuelleakage, do not attempt to start thevehicle. Leave the vehicle immediately.

Attempting to start the vehicleIf damage to the vehicle is minor and there isno fuel leakage, you may attempt to start thevehicle. To do so:

1. Remove the remote control from the igni-tion slot.

2. Reinsert the remote in the ignition slot. Thevehicle will then attempt to reset Safetymode to normal status.

3. Try to start the vehicle.

Moving the vehicleIf the electrical system is able to reset systemstatus to normal (Safety mode See manualwill no longer be shown in the display), thevehicle may be moved carefully from its pres-ent position, if for example, it is blocking traffic.It should, however, not be moved farther thanis absolutely necessary.

WARNING

Even if the vehicle appears to be drivableafter Safety mode has been set, it shouldnot be driven or towed (pulled by anothervehicle). There may be concealed damagethat could make it difficult or impossible tocontrol. The vehicle should be transportedon a flatbed tow truck to a trained and quali-fied Volvo service technician for inspection/repairs.

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Children should be seated safelyVolvo recommends the proper use of restraintsystems for all occupants including children.Remember that, regardless of age and size, achild should always be properly restrained in avehicle.

Your vehicle is also equipped with ISOFIX/LATCH attachments, which make it more con-venient to install child seats.

Some restraint systems for children aredesigned to be secured in the vehicle by lapbelts or the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt.Such child restraint systems can help protectchildren in vehicles in the event of an accidentonly if they are used properly. However, chil-dren could be endangered in a crash if the childrestraints are not properly secured in the vehi-cle. Failure to follow the installation instructionsfor your child restraint can result in your childstriking the vehicle's interior in a sudden stop.

Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitablesubstitute for a child restraint system. In anaccident, a child held in a person's arms canbe crushed between the vehicle's interior andan unrestrained person. The child could also beinjured by striking the interior, or by being ejec-ted from the vehicle during a sudden maneuveror impact. The same can also happen if theinfant or child rides unrestrained on the seat.Other occupants should also be properly

restrained to help reduce the chance of injuringor increasing the injury of a child.

All states and provinces have legislation gov-erning how and where children should be car-ried in a vehicle. Find out the regulations exist-ing in your state or province. Recent accidentstatistics have shown that children are safer inrear seating positions than front seating posi-tions when properly restrained. A child restraintsystem can help protect a child in a vehicle.Here's what to look for when selecting a childrestraint system:

It should have a label certifying that it meetsapplicable Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandards (FMVSS 213) – or in Canada,CMVSS 213.

Make sure the child restraint system isapproved for the child's height, weight anddevelopment – the label required by the stand-ard or regulation, or instructions for infantrestraints, typically provide this information.

In using any child restraint system, we urge youto carefully look over the instructions that areprovided with the restraint. Be sure you under-stand them and can use the device properlyand safely in this vehicle. A misused childrestraint system can result in increased injuriesfor both the infant or child and other occupantsin the vehicle.

When a child has outgrown the child safetyseat, you should use the rear seat with thestandard seat belt fastened. The best way tohelp protect the child here is to place the childon a cushion so that the seat belt is properlylocated on the hips (see the illustration on page44). Legislation in your state or province maymandate the use of a child seat or cushion incombination with the seat belt, depending onthe child's age and/or size. Please check localregulations.

A specially designed and tested booster cush-ion can be obtained from your Volvo retailer.

USA: for children weighing 33 – 80 lbs.(15 – 36 kg) and 38 – 54 inches (97 – 137 cm)in height

Canada: for children weighing 40 – 80 lbs.(18 – 36 kg) and 40 – 54 inches (102 – 137 cm)in height

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WARNING

• Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat children under 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) in height who have outgrownthese devices sit in the rear seat with theseat belt fastened.

• On hot days, the temperature in thevehicle interior can rise very quickly.Exposure to these high temperaturesfor even a short period of time cancause heat-related injury or death.Small children are particularly at risk.

Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)To make child seat installation easier, eachseat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equip-ped with a locking mechanism to help keep theseat belt taut.

When attaching the seat belt to a childseat:1. Attach the seat belt to the child seat

according to the child seat manufacturer'sinstructions.

2. Pull the seat belt out as far as possible.

3. Insert the seat belt latch plate into thebuckle (lock) in the usual way.

4. Release the seat belt and pull it taut aroundthe child seat.

A sound from the seat belt retractor will beaudible at this time and is normal. The belt willnow be locked in place. This function is auto-matically disabled when the seat belt isunlocked and the belt is fully retracted.

Volvo's recommendationsWhy does Volvo believe that no child should sitin the front seat of a vehicle? It's quite simplereally. A front airbag is a very powerful devicedesigned, by law, to help protect an adult.

Because of the size of the airbag and its speedof inflation, a child should never be placed inthe front seat, even if he or she is properly bel-ted or strapped into a child safety seat. Volvohas been an innovator in safety for over sev-enty-five years, and we'll continue to do ourpart. But we need your help. Please rememberto put your children in the back seat, andbuckle them up.

Volvo has some very specificrecommendations:• Always wear your seat belt.• Airbags are a SUPPLEMENTAL safety

device which, when used with a three-point seat belt can help reduce serious

injuries during certain types of accidents.Volvo recommends that you do not dis-connect the airbag system in your vehicle.

• Volvo strongly recommends that everyonein the vehicle be properly restrained.

• Volvo recommends that ALL occupants(adults and children) shorter than 4 feet7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the backseat of any vehicle with a front passengerside airbag.

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Child restraints

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There are three main types of child restraintsystems: infant seats, convertible seats, andbooster cushions. They are classified accord-ing to the child's age and size.

The following section provides general infor-mation on securing a child restraint using athree-point seat belt. Refer to page 45–46for information on securing a child restraintusing ISOFIX lower anchors and/or top tetheranchorages.

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WARNING

A child seat should never be used in thefront passenger seat of any vehicle with afront passenger airbag – not even if the"Passenger airbag off" symbol near therear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehiclesequipped with Occupant Weight Sensor). Ifthe severity of an accident were to cause theairbag to inflate, this could lead to seriousinjury or death to a child seated in this posi-tion.

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WARNING

Always refer to the child restraint manufac-turer's instructions for detailed informationon securing the restraint.

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WARNING

• When not in use, keep the child restraintsystem secured or remove it from thepassenger compartment to help pre-vent it from injuring passengers in theevent of a sudden stop or collision.

• A small child's head represents a con-siderable part of its total weight and itsneck is still very weak. Volvo recom-mends that children up to age 4 travel,properly restrained, facing rearward. Inaddition, Volvo recommends that chil-dren should ride rearward facing, prop-erly restrained, as long as possible.

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Securing an infant seat with a seat belt

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NOTE

Refer to page 45–46 for information onsecuring a child restraint using ISOFIX loweranchors and/or top tether anchorages.

1. Place the infant seat in the rear seat of thevehicle.

2. Attach the seat belt to the infant seataccording to the manufacturer's instruc-tions.

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WARNING

• An infant seat must be in the rear-facingposition only.

• The infant seat should not be positionedbehind the driver's seat unless there isadequate space for safe installation.

WARNING

A child seat should never be used in thefront passenger seat of any vehicle with afront passenger airbag – not even if the"Passenger airbag off" symbol near therear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehiclesequipped with Occupant Weight Sensor). Ifthe severity of an accident were to cause theairbag to inflate, this could lead to seriousinjury or death to a child seated in this posi-tion.

3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latchplate into the buckle (lock) until a distinctclick is audible.

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4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat beltout as far as possible to activate the belt'sautomatic locking function.

NOTE

The locking retractor will automaticallyrelease when the seat belt is unbuckled andallowed to retract fully.

5. Press the infant seat firmly in place, let theseat belt retract and pull it taut. A soundfrom the seat belt retractor's automaticlocking function will be audible at this timeand is normal. The seat belt should now belocked in place.

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6. Push and pull the infant seat to ensure thatit is held securely in place by the seat belt.

WARNING

It should not be possible to move the childrestraint (child seat) more than 1 in. (2.5 cm)in any direction along the seat belt path.

The infant seat can be removed by unbucklingthe seat belt and letting it retract completely.

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Securing a convertible seat with a seatbelt

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NOTE

Refer to pages 45 and 46 for informationon securing a child restraint using ISOFIXlower anchors and/or top tether ancho-rages.

Convertible seats can be used in either a for-ward or rearward-facing position, dependingon the age and size of the child.

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WARNING

Always use a convertible seat that is suita-ble for the child's age and size. See the con-vertible seat manufacturer's recommenda-tions.

1. Place the convertible seat in the rear seatof the vehicle.

WARNING

• A small child's head represents a con-siderable part of its total weight and itsneck is still very weak. Volvo recom-mends that children up to age 4 travel,properly restrained, facing rearward. Inaddition, Volvo recommends that chil-dren should ride rearward facing, prop-erly restrained, as long as possible.

• Convertible child seats should be instal-led in the rear seat only.

• A rear-facing convertible seat should notbe positioned behind the driver's seatunless there is adequate space for safeinstallation.

2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seataccording to the manufacturer's instruc-tions.

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4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat beltout as far as possible to activate the belt'sautomatic locking function.

NOTE

The locking retractor will automaticallyrelease when the seat belt is unbuckled andallowed to retract fully.

5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place,let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. Asound from the seat belt retractor's auto-matic locking function will be audible at this

time and is normal. The seat belt shouldnow be locked in place.

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6. Push and pull the convertible seat toensure that it is held securely in place bythe seat belt.

WARNING

It should not be possible to move the childrestraint (child seat) more than 1 in. (2.5 cm)in any direction along the seat belt path.

The convertible seat can be removed byunbuckling the seat belt and letting it retractcompletely.

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WARNING

A child seat should never be used in thefront passenger seat of any vehicle with afront passenger airbag – not even if the"Passenger airbag off" symbol near therear-view mirror is illuminated. If the severityof an accident were to cause the airbag toinflate, this could lead to serious injury ordeath to a child seated in this position.

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Securing a booster cushion

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Booster cushions are recommended for chil-dren who have outgrown convertible seats.

1. Place the booster cushion in the rear seatof the vehicle.

2. With the child properly seated on thebooster cushion, attach the seat belt to oraround the cushion according to the man-ufacturer's instructions.


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4. Ensure that the seat belt is pulled taut andfits snugly around the child.

WARNING

• The hip section of the three-point seatbelt must fit snugly across the child'ships, not across the stomach.

• The shoulder section of the three-pointseat belt should be positioned acrossthe chest and shoulder.

• The shoulder belt must never be placedbehind the child's back or under thearm.

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Using the ISOFIX lower child seatanchors

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Lower anchors for ISOFIX-equipped childseats are located in the rear, outboard seats,hidden below the backrest cushions. Symbolson the seat back upholstery mark the anchorpositions as shown. To access the anchors,kneel on the seat cushion and locate theanchors by feel. Always follow your child seatmanufacturer's installation instructions, anduse both ISOFIX lower anchors and top tetherswhenever possible.

To access the anchors1. Put the child restraint in position.

2. Kneel on the child restraint to press downthe seat cushion and locate the anchors byfeel.

3. Fasten the attachment on the childrestraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX loweranchors.

4. Firmly tension the lower child seat strapsaccording to the manufacturer's instruc-tions.

NOTE

• The rear seat's center position is notequipped with ISOFIX lower anchors.When installing a child restraint in thisposition, attach the restraint's top tetherstrap (if it is so equipped) to the toptether anchorage point and secure therestraint with the vehicle's center seatbelt.

• Always follow your child seat manufac-turer's installation instructions, and useboth ISOFIX lower anchors and toptethers whenever possible.

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Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIXlower anchors

WARNING

• Be sure to fasten the attachment cor-rectly to the anchor (see the illustration).If the attachment is not correctly fas-tened, the child restraint may not beproperly secured in the event of a colli-sion.

• The ISOFIX lower child restraintanchors are only intended for use withchild seats positioned in the outboardseating positions. These anchors arenot certified for use with any childrestraint that is positioned in the centerseating position. When securing a childrestraint in the center seating position,use only the vehicle's center seat belt.

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Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint toptether anchorages in the rear seat. They arelocated on the rear side of the backrests.

Securing a child seat1. Place the child restraint on the rear seat.

2. Route the top tether strap under the headrestraint and attach it to the anchor.

3. Attach lower tether straps to the lower ISO-FIX/LATCH anchors. If the child restraint isnot equipped with lower tether straps, orthe restraint is used in the center seatingposition, follow instructions for securing achild restraint using the Automatic LockingRetractor seat belt (see page 37).

4. Firmly tension all straps.

Refer also to the child seat manufacturer'sinstructions for information on securing thechild seat.

NOTE

On models equipped with the optionalcargo area cover, this cover should beremoved before a child seat is attached tothe child restraint anchors.

WARNING

• Never route a top tether strap over thetop of the head restraint. The strapshould be routed beneath the headrestraint.

• Child restraint anchorages are designedto withstand only those loads imposedby correctly fitted child restraints. Underno circumstances are they to be usedfor adult seat belts or harnesses. Theanchorages are not able to withstandexcessive forces on them in the event ofcollision if full harness seat belts or adultseat belts are installed to them. An adultwho uses a belt anchored in a childrestraint anchorage runs a great risk ofsuffering severe injuries should a colli-sion occur.

• Do not install rear speakers that requirethe removal of the top tether anchors orinterfere with the proper use of the toptether strap.

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Registering a child restraintChild restraints could be recalled for safetyreasons. You must register your child restraintto be reached in a recall. To stay informedabout child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill outand return the registration card that comeswith new child restraints.

Child restraint recall information is readily avail-able in both the U.S. and Canada. For recallinformation in the U.S., call the U.S. Govern-ment's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393.In Canada, visit Transport Canada's ChildSafety website at http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/childsafety/menu.htm.

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48 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Integrated two-stage boostercushion*1

Volvo's optional integrated booster cushionsare located in the outboard seating positions.These booster cushions have been speciallydesigned to help safeguard children in the rearseat. They should be stowed (folded down intothe seat cushion) when not in use. When usingan integrated booster cushion, the child mustbe secured with the vehicle's three-point seatbelt.

Use these booster cushions only withchildren whose weight is between:• Stage 1: 48 – 80 lbs (22 – 36 kg)• Stage 2: 33 – 55 lbs (15 – 25 kg)and whose height is between:• Stage 1: 45 – 55 in. (115 – 140 cm)• Stage 2: 37 – 47 in. (95 – 120 cm)In Canada, Transport Canada'sweight recommendation is 40 – 80 lbs(18 – 36 kg).The booster cushions are designed to raise thechild higher, so that the shoulder strap crossesover the child's collarbone, not over the child'sneck. If using a booster cushion does not result

in proper positioning of the shoulder strap,then the child should be placed in a properlysecured child restraint (see page 38). Theshoulder belt must never be placed behind thechild's back or under the arm.

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Correct seating position: child's head is below thehead restraint and the shoulder belt is across thecollarbone

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Incorrect seating position: the child's head isabove the head restraint and the shoulder belt isnot across the collarbone

Before driving, check that:

• The integrated two-stage booster cushionis set in the correct position for accordingto the child's height and weight (see thetable below) and is locked in position.

Stage 1 Stage 2

Weight 48 – 80 lbs

22 – 36 kg

33 – 55 lbs

15 – 25 kg

Height 45 – 55 in.

115 – 140 cm

37 – 47 in.

95 – 120 cm

1 Canada only: This cushion may be referred to as a built-in booster cushion.

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• That the seat belt is properly positionedand is taut.

• The shoulder section of the seat belt isacross the child's collarbone, not over theneck.

• The lap section of the seat belt is acrossthe child's hips and not the abdomen.

Using an integrated booster cushion

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Pull the handle (1) forward and upward (2)to release the booster cushion.

Press the booster cushion rearward to lockit in position.

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With the booster cushion in the stage 1position, press the button (see the arrow inillustration 1).

Lift the front edge of the booster cushionand press it rearward toward the backrestto lock it in position.

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Stowing the two-stage integratedbooster cushion

The booster cushion can be folded down com-pletely (stowed) from either the stage 1 or stage2 positions.

NOTE

The booster cushion cannot be moved fromthe stage 2 (upper) position to the stage 1(lower) position. It must first be folded downcompletely to the stowed position, and thenadjusted to stage 1.

Pull the handle forward to release thebooster cushion.

Press down on the center of the boostercushion to return it to the stowed position.

NOTE

The booster cushion must be in the stowedposition before the rear seat backrests arefolded down.

CAUTION

Be sure there are no loose objects under thebooster cushion before it is stowed.

WARNING

DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY canoccurFollow all instructions on thebooster cushion and in the vehi-cle's owner's manual.MAKE SURE THE BOOSTERCUSHION IS SECURELYLOCKED BEFORE THE CHILD ISSEATED.• Use this booster cushion only with chil-

dren whose height and weight arewithin the permitted limits shown in thetable see page 48.

• In the event of a collision while the inte-grated booster cushion was occupied,the entire booster cushion and seat beltmust be replaced. The booster cushionshould also be replaced if it is badlyworn or damaged in any way. This workshould be performed by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician only.

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Manual child safety locks – rear doorsThe controls are located on the rear doorjambs. Use the remote control's key blade or ascrewdriver to adjust these controls.

The rear doors can only be opened fromthe outside when the slot is in the horizon-tal position.

The rear doors can be opened from theinside when the slot is in the vertical posi-tion.

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Power child safety locks*The power child lock function can be activatedby pressing the button shown in the inset illus-tration above. The ignition must be in mode Ior II (see page 79).

When the function is activated, a message willappear in the information display and the indi-cator light in the button will light up.

With the function activated:

• The rear door windows can only be openedwith the control in the driver's door.

• The rear doors cannot be opened from theinside.

NOTE

There are no manual child safety locks onvehicles equipped with the optional powerchild safety locks.

WARNING

Remember, in the event of an accident, therear seat passengers cannot open the doorsfrom the inside with the controls in positionA (manual child safety locks) or if the powerchild safety lock function is activated.

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Remote key and key blade..................................................................... 54Private locking ........................................................................................ 61Keyless drive........................................................................................... 62Locks....................................................................................................... 65Alarm....................................................................................................... 67

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IntroductionTwo remote keys or optional Personal CarCommunicators (PCC) are provided with yourvehicle. They enable you to unlock the doorsand tailgate, and also function as ignition keysto start the vehicle or operate electrical com-ponents. The remote keys contain detachablemetal key blades for manually locking orunlocking the driver's door and the glove com-partment. Up to six remotes can be pro-grammed for use on the same vehicle.

The PCCs have enhanced functionality com-pared with the standard remote key.

NOTE

In the remainder of this chapter, all referen-ces to the remote key also pertain to thePCC unless otherwise stated.

WARNING

Never leave the remote key in the ignition ifchildren are to remain in the vehicle.

Detachable key bladeEach remote key or PCC contains a detachablemetal key blade for mechanically locking orunlocking the driver's door and the glove com-partment, and to enable the private lockingfunction. See page 59 for more informationon the key blade and page 61 for information

on the private locking function. The key bladeshave a unique code, which is used if new onesneed to be produced. This code is available atan authorized Volvo retailer.

Loss of a remote keyIf either of the remote keys is lost, the othershould be taken with the car to a Volvo retailer.As an anti-theft measure, the code of the lostremote key must be erased from the system.

NOTE

Additional or duplicate remote control keyscan be obtained from any Authorized VolvoRetailer.

You can also obtain additional or duplicateremote control keys from certain independ-ent repair facilities and locksmiths that arequalified to make remote control keys. Eachkey must be programmed to work with yourvehicle.

California Only:

A list of independent repair facilities and/orlocksmiths known to Volvo that can cut andcode replacement keys can be found:

• on the Volvo website athttp://www.volvocars.com/us/keys

• by calling Volvo Customer Care at1-800-458-1552

The number of registered keys for the vehiclecan be found in the vehicle's menu under Carsettings Car key memoryNumber of keys. See page 122 for a descrip-tion of the menu system.

USA-5WK49264

FCC ID:KR55WK49264 + Siemens VDO5WK49236

FCC ID:KR55WK49236, 5WK49266

FCC ID:KR55WK49266 + Siemens VDO5WK49233

FCC ID:KR55WK49233

This device complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and RSS-210. Operation is subject to thefollowing conditions: (1) This device may notcause harmful interference, and (2) this devicemust accept any interference received, includ-ing interference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Canada-5WK49264

IC:267T-5WK49264 + Siemens VDO5WK49236

IC:267T-5WK49236, 5WK49266

IC:267T-5WK49266 + Siemens VDO5WK49233

IC:267T-5WK49233

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Operation is subject to the following condi-tions: (1) this device may not cause interfer-ence, and (2) this device must accept any inter-ference, including interference that may causeundesired operation of the device.

Key memory – door mirrors and driver'sseatThe position of the side door mirrors andoptional power driver's seat are stored in theremote keys when the vehicle is locked. Thenext time the driver's door is unlocked with thesame remote key and the door is opened within2 minutes, the power driver's seat and sidedoor mirrors will automatically move to theposition that they were in when the doors weremost recently locked with the same remotekey. See page 82 for more information.

This feature can be activated or deactivated inthe vehicle's menu under Car settingsCar key memory Seat & mirrorpositions. See page 122 for a description ofthe menu system.

See also page 62 for information regardingvehicles with the optional keyless drive.

Confirmation when locking/unlockingthe vehicleWhen the vehicle is locked with a remote key,the turn signals will flash once to confirm thatthis has been completed correctly.

When the vehicle is locked, confirmation willonly be given if all of the locks are locked afterthe doors have been closed.

NOTE

If you do not receive confirmation whenlocking the vehicle, check whether a door orthe tailgate is ajar, or if this feature has beenturned off in the menu.

This function can be activated or deactivatedunder Car settings Light settings

Lock confirmation light or Car settingsLight settings Unlock

confirmation light. See page 122 for adescription of the menu system.

Immobilizer (start inhibitor)Each of the keys

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