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General information on fuel

Fuel of a lower quality than that recommended

by Volvo must not be used as engine power

and fuel consumption is negatively affected.

WARNING

Always avoid inhaling fuel vapour and get-

ting fuel splashes in the eyes.

In the event of fuel in the eyes, remove any

contact lenses and rinse the eyes in plenty

of water for at least 15 minutes and seek

medical attention.

Never swallow fuel. Fuels such as petrol,

bioethanol and mixtures of them and diesel

are highly toxic and could cause permanent

injury or be fatal if swallowed. Seek medical

attention immediately if fuel has been swal-

lowed.

WARNING

Fuel which spills onto the ground can be

ignited.

Switch off the fuel-driven heater before star-

ting to refuel.

Never carry an activated mobile phone

when refuelling. The ring signal could cause

spark build-up and ignite petrol fumes,

leading to fire and injury.

IMPORTANT

Mixing different types of fuel or the use of

fuel not recommended invalidates Volvo's

guarantees, and any associated service

agreement. This applies to all engines.

NOTE: It does not apply to cars with engines

that are adapted to run on ethanol fuel (E85).

NOTE

Extreme weather conditions, driving with a

trailer or driving at high altitudes in combi-

nation with fuel grade are factors that could

affect the car's performance.

Catalytic converters

The purpose of the catalytic converters is to

purify exhaust gases. They are located close to

the engine so that operating temperature is

reached quickly.

The catalytic converters consist of a monolith

(ceramic or metal) with channels. The channel

walls are lined with a thin layer of platinum/rho-

dium/palladium. These metals act as catalysts,

i.e. they participate in and accelerate a chem-

ical reaction without being used up them-

selves.

Lambda-sond

oxygen sensor

The Lambda-sond is part of a control system

intended to reduce emissions and improve fuel

economy.

An oxygen sensor monitors the oxygen content

of the exhaust gases leaving the engine. This

value is fed into an electronic system that con-

tinuously controls the injectors. The ratio of fuel

to air directed to the engine is continuously

adjusted. These adjustments create optimal

conditions for efficient combustion, and

together with the three-way catalytic converter

reduce harmful emissions (hydrocarbons, car-

bon monoxide and nitrous oxides).

Petrol

Petrol must fulfil the EN 228 standard. Most

engines can be run with octane ratings of 95

and 98 RON. Only in exceptional cases should

91 RON be used.

•

95 RON can be used for normal driving.

•

98 RON is recommended for optimum per-

formance and minimum fuel consumption.

When driving in temperatures above +38 °C,

fuel with the highest possible octane rating is

recommended for optimum performance and

fuel economy.

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IMPORTANT

•

Always refuel with unleaded petrol so as

not to damage the catalytic converter.

•

Do not use additives not recommended

by Volvo.

Bioethanol E85

Do not modify the fuel system or its compo-

nents, and do not replace components with

parts that are not specifically designed for use

with bioethanol.

WARNING

Methanol must not be used. A decal on the

inside of the fuel filler flap shows the correct

alternative fuel.

The use of components not designed for

bioethanol engines could cause fire, injury

or engine damage.

Reserve fuel can

The reserve fuel can should be filled with petrol,

see the NOTE box, page 118.

IMPORTANT

Make sure the reserve fuel can is securely

fastened and that its cap is sealed.

WARNING

Ethanol is sensitive to sparks, and explosive

gases could form in the reserve fuel can if it

is refuelled with ethanol.

Diesel

Only use diesel fuel from well-known produc-

ers. Never use diesel of dubious quality. Diesel

should fulfil the EN 590 or JIS K2204 stand-

ards. Diesel engines are sensitive to contami-

nants in the fuel, such as excessively high vol-

umes of sulphur particles for example.

At low temperatures (-6 °C to -40 °C), a paraffin

precipitate may form in the diesel fuel, which

may lead to ignition problems. Special diesel

fuel designed for low temperatures around

freezing point is available from the major oil

companies. This fuel is less viscous at low tem-

peratures and reduces the risk of paraffin pre-

cipitate.

The risk of condensation in the fuel tank is

reduced if the tank is kept well filled. When

refuelling, check that the area around the fuel

filler pipe is clean. Avoid spilling fuel onto the

paintwork. Wash off any spillage with deter-

gent and water.

IMPORTANT

Only ever use fuel that fulfils the European

diesel standard.

The sulphur content must be a maximum of

50 ppm.

IMPORTANT

Diesel type fuels that must not be used:

•

Special additives

•

Marine diesel fuel

•

Heating oil

•

FAME

(Fatty Acid Methyl Ester) and

vegetable oil.

These fuels do not fulfil the requirements in

accordance with Volvo recommendations

and generate increased wear and engine

damage that is not covered by the Volvo

warranty.

Empty tank

The design of the fuel system in a diesel engine

means that if the vehicle runs out of fuel, the

Diesel fuel may contain a certain amount of FAME, but further amounts must not be added.

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

tank may need to be vented in the workshop in

order to restart the engine after fuelling.

Once the engine has stopped due to fuel star-

vation, the fuel system needs a few moments

to carry out a check. Do this before starting the

engine, once the fuel tank has been filled with

diesel:

1. Insert the remote control key in the ignition

switch and push it in to the end position

(see page 78).

Press the START button without depress-

ing the brake and/or clutch pedal.

3. Wait approx. 1 minute.

4. To start the engine: Depress the brake and/

or clutch pedal and then press the

START button again.

NOTE

Before filling with fuel in the event of fuel

shortage:

•

Stop the car on as flat/level ground as

possible - if the car is tilting there is a

risk of air pockets in the fuel supply.

Draining condensation from the fuel filter

The fuel filter separates condensation from the

fuel. Condensation can disrupt engine opera-

tion.

The fuel filter must be drained at the intervals

specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet

or if you suspect that the car has been filled

with contaminated fuel.

IMPORTANT

Certain special additives remove the water

separation in the fuel filter.

Diesel particle filter (DPF)

Diesel cars are equipped with a particle filter,

which results in more efficient emission con-

trol. The particles in the exhaust gases are col-

lected in the filter during normal driving. So-

called "regeneration" is started in order to burn

away the particles and empty the filter. This

requires the engine to have reached normal

operating temperature.

Regeneration of the filter is automatic and nor-

mally takes 10-20 minutes. It may take a little

longer at a low average speed. Fuel consump-

tion may increase slightly during regeneration.

Regeneration in cold weather

If the car is frequently driven short distances in

cold weather then the engine does not reach

normal operating temperature. This means that

regeneration of the diesel particle filter does

not take place and the filter is not emptied.

When the filter has become approximately

80% full of particles, a warning triangle on the

instrument panel illuminates, and the message

Soot filter full See manual is shown on the

instrument panel display.

Start regeneration of the filter by driving the car

until the engine reaches normal operating tem-

perature, preferably on a main road or motor-

way. The car should then be driven for approx-

imately 20 minutes more.

NOTE

A smaller reduction of engine power may be

noticed temporarily during regeneration.

When regeneration is complete the warning

text is cleared automatically.

Use the parking heater* in cold weather so that

the engine reaches normal operating tempera-

ture more quickly.

IMPORTANT

If the filter fills up with particles then it can

be difficult to start the engine and the filter

will be incapable of functioning. Then there

is a risk that the filter will have to be

replaced.

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Fuel consumption and emissions of

carbon dioxide

Fuel consumption figures may change if the car

is equipped with extra equipment that affects

the car's weight. See information on weights

page 373 and table page 384.

The manner in which the car is driven, and

other non-technical factors can also affect fuel

consumption.

Consumption is higher and power output lower

for fuel with an octane rating of 91 RON.

NOTE

Extreme weather conditions, driving with a

trailer or driving at high altitudes in combi-

nation with fuel grade are factors that could

affect the car's performance.

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