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Introduction

NOTE

WARNING

The tire sealing system's compressor has

been tested and approved by Volvo.

After using the tire sealing system, the

vehicle should not be driven farther than

approximately 120 miles (200 km).

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The 12-volt sockets are located in the front

tunnel console and on the rear side of the tun-

nel console, in the rear seat.

Have the tire inspected by a trained and

qualified Volvo service technician as

soon as possible to determine if it can

be permanently repaired or must be

replaced.

Accessing the tire sealing system

The tire sealing system is stowed under the

floor of the cargo area. To access it:

The vehicle should not be driven faster

than 50 mph (80 km/h) while using a tire

that has been temporarily repaired with

the tire sealing system.

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1. Lift the floor hatch in the cargo area.

2. Remove the screw holding the tire sealing

system's retaining bracket.

After using the tire sealing system, drive

carefully and avoid abrupt steering

maneuvers and sudden stops.

3. Lift out the tire sealing system.

Location of the tire sealing system

Certain models are equipped with a tire sealing

system that enables you to temporarily seal a

hole in the tread surface and re-inflate a flat tire,

or to adjust a tire’s inflation pressure.

NOTE

The tire sealing system is only intended

to seal holes on the tire’s tread area, not

the sidewall.

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The system consists of an air compressor, a

container for the sealing compound, wiring to

connect the system to the vehicle’s electrical

system via one of the 12-volt sockets, and a

hose used to connect the system to the tire’s

inflation valve.

Tires with large holes or tears cannot be

repaired with the tire sealing system.

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After use, stow the tire sealing system

properly to help prevent rattling.

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Stowing the tire sealing system

Tire sealing system–overview

WARNING

Please keep the following points in mind

when using the tire sealing system:

The sealing compound bottle (no. 8 in

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the illustration) contains 1) rubber latex,

natural and 2) ethanediol. These sub-

stances are harmful if swallowed.

The contents of this bottle may cause

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allergic skin reactions or otherwise be

potentially harmful to the respiratory

tract, the skin, the central nervous sys-

tem, and the eyes.

Precautions:

Keep out of reach of children.

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Do not ingest the contents.

Speed limit sticker

On/Off switch

1. Return the tire sealing system to its storage

position.

Avoid prolonged or repeated contact

with the skin.

2. Put the retaining bracket in its proper posi-

tion.

Electrical wire

Wash thoroughly after handling.

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3. Tighten the screw that holds the bracket in

place.

First aid:

Bottle holder (orange cover)

Protective hose cover

Air release knob

Skin: Wash affected areas of skin with

soap and water. Get medical attention

if symptoms occur.

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Be sure the bracket is correctly installed and

the screw tightened to help keep the tire seal-

ing system from rattling.

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Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for least

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Hose

15 minutes, occasionally lifting the

upper and lower eyelids. Get medical

attention if symptoms occur.

Bottle with sealing compound

Air pressure gauge

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Inhalation: Move the exposed person to

fresh air. If irritation persists, get medi-

cal attention.

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Tire sealing system–temporarily

repairing a flat tire

WARNING

Never leave the tire sealing system

unattended when it is operating.

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Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting

unless directed to do so by medical per-

sonnel. Get medical attention.

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Keep the tire sealing system away from

children.

Be sure the vehicle is parked safely off

the road and away from moving traffic.

Disposal: Dispose of this material and

its container to a hazardous or special

waste collection point.

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Apply the parking brake.

Stage 1: Sealing the hole

1. Open the cover on the tire sealing kit.

NOTE

Do not break the seal on the bottle. This

occurs automatically when the bottle is

screwed into the holder.

2. Peel off the speed limit sticker and affix it

to the steering wheel hub where it will be

clearly visible to the driver.

3. Ensure that the on/off switch is in posi-

tion 0 (the 0 side of the switch should be

pressed down).

Temporarily repairing a flat tire is done in two

stages:

Stage 1: The hole is sealed by pumping

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4. Put on the gloves included in the tire seal-

ing system.

sealing compound into the tire. The car is

then driven a short distance to distribute

the sealing compound in the tire.

WARNING

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NOTE

Contact with the sealing compound may

cause skin irritation. If contact occurs, wash

the affected area immediately with soap and

water.

Do not remove any foreign objects (nails,

etc.) from the tire before using the sealing

system.

Stage 2: The tire’s inflation pressure is

checked and adjusted if necessary.

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5. Unscrew the orange cover over the bottle

holder and unscrew the cap on the bottle

of sealing compound.

NOTE

Be sure that none of the other 12-volt sock-

ets is being used while the compressor is in

operation.

The air pressure gauge will temporarily

show an increase in pressure to approxi-

mately 88 psi (6 bar) while the sealing com-

pound is being pumped into the tire. The

pressure should return to a normal level

after approximately 30 seconds.

NOTE

Do not break the seal on the bottle. This

occurs automatically when the bottle is

screwed into the holder.

9. Start the vehicle’s engine.

10. Start the tire sealing system’s compressor

by pressing the on/off switch to position I.

11. Within seven minutes, inflate the tire to

between 22—44 psi (1.8—3.0 bar). Switch

off the compressor briefly to get a clear

reading from the pressure gauge.

6. Screw the bottle into the bottle holder.

WARNING

Never stand next to the tire being inflated

when the compressor is in operation.

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The bottle is equipped with a catch to keep

it securely in place and help prevent sealing

compound leakage. Once in place, the bot-

tle cannot be unscrewed. This must be done

by a trained and qualified Volvo service

technician.

CAUTION

If cracks, bubbles, etc. form on the tire,

switch off the compressor immediately.

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The compressor should not be used for

more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid

overheating.

If there is visible damage to the sidewall

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or the rim, the tire cannot be repaired.

The vehicle should not be driven if this

occurs. Contact a towing service or

Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance if

applicable.

WARNING

7. Remove the valve cap from the tire’s infla-

tion valve and screw the tire sealing sys-

tem’s hose connector onto the valve as

tightly as possible by hand.

If the pressure remains below 22 psi

(1.8 bar) after approximately seven minutes,

turn off the compressor. In this case, the

hole is too large to be sealed and the vehicle

should not be driven.

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8. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest

12-volt socket in the vehicle.

12. Switch off the compressor and disconnect

the electrical wire from the 12-volt socket.

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13. Unscrew the hose from the tire’s inflation

valve and reinstall the valve cap.

Replacing the sealing compound

container

The sealing compound container must be

replaced if:

WARNING

If heavy vibrations, unsteady steering

behavior, or noises should occur while driv-

ing, reduce speed and park the vehicle in a

safe place. Recheck the tire for bumps,

cracks, or other visible damage, and

recheck its inflation pressure. If the pressure

is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not continue

driving. Have the vehicle towed to a trained

and qualified Volvo service technician.

14. Immediately drive the vehicle for approxi-

mately 2 miles (3 km) at a maximum speed

of 50 mph (80 km/h) to distribute the seal-

ing compound in the tire.

the tire sealing system has been used to

repair a tire

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the container’s expiration date has passed

(see the date on decal).

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CAUTION

If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire

Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), the

use of the sealing compound may lead to

incorrect tire pressure readings or in rare

cases, damage to the tire pressure sensor.

Use the tire sealing system to check and

adjust the damaged tire's inflation pressure.

NOTE

Stage 2: Checking inflation pressure

1. Connect the tire sealing system as descri-

bed in stage 1.

After use, the sealing compound bottle,

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the hose, and certain other system

components must be replaced. Please

consult your Volvo retailer for replace-

ment parts.

2. Refer to the inflation pressure table for the

correct inflation pressure. If the tire needs

to be inflated, start the tire sealing system’s

compressor. If necessary, release air from

the tire by turning the air release knob

counterclockwise.

If the sealing compound bottle’s expi-

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NOTE

ration date has passed, please take it to

a Volvo retailer or a recycling station

that can properly dispose of harmful

substances.

Safely stow the tire sealing system in a

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convenient place as it will soon be used

again to check the tire’s inflation pres-

sure.

CAUTION

The empty bottle of sealing compound

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The compressor should not be used for

more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid

overheating.

cannot be removed from the bottle

holder. Consult a trained and qualified

Volvo service technician to have the

bottle removed and properly disposed

of.

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WARNING

If you interrupt your trip for more than 1

hour, check the inflation pressure in the

damaged tire again before continuing.

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9. Turn off the compressor (press the on/off

switch to position 0) when the correct infla-

tion pressure has been reached.

Inflating tires

The tire sealing system can be used to inflate

the tires. To do so:

WARNING

The vehicle’s engine should be running

when the tire sealing system is used to

avoid battery drain. Therefore, be sure

the vehicle is parked in a well ventilated

place, or outdoors, before using the sys-

tem. The parking brake should be

securely applied and on models with an

automatic transmission, the gear selec-

tor should be in the P (park) position.

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10. Unscrew the hose from the tire’s inflation

valve and reinstall the valve cap.

1. Park the car in a safe place.

2. The compressor should be switched off.

Ensure that the on/off switch is in posi-

tion 0 (the 0 side of the switch should be

pressed down).

11. Disconnect the electrical wire from the

12-volt socket.

3. Take out the electrical wire and hose.

Children should never be left unattended

in the vehicle when the engine is running.

4. Remove the valve cap from the tire’s infla-

tion valve and screw the hose connector

onto the valve as tightly as possible by

hand.

7. Check the tire’s inflation pressure on the

gauge. Switch off the compressor briefly to

get a clear reading from the pressure

gauge.

5. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest

12-volt socket in the vehicle.

6. Start the vehicle’s engine.

8. Refer to the tire inflation table for the cor-

rect inflation pressure. If the tire needs to

be inflated, start the tire sealing system’s

compressor (press the on/off switch to

position I). If necessary, release air from the

tire by turning the air release knob coun-

terclockwise.

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CAUTION

The compressor should not be used for

more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid

overheating.

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