2008-2017 Volvo XC60 SUV Maintenance and servicing User Manual
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING  
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performed anytime a malfunction is observed  
or suspected.  
Maintenance – introduction  
Periodic maintenance will help keep your  
vehicle running well.  
Periodic maintenance helps minimize  
emissions  
Applicable warranties – U.S./Canada  
In accordance with applicable U.S. and  
Canadian regulations, the following list of  
warranties is provided.  
NOTE  
Introduction  
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Refer to your Warranty and Service  
The maintenance services contain several  
checks that require special instruments and  
tools and therefore must be performed by a  
qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in  
top condition, specify time-tested and proven  
Genuine Volvo Parts and Accessories.  
Records Information booklet for a  
comprehensive service and mainte-  
nance schedule up to 150,000 miles  
(240,000 km). This program contains  
inspections and services necessary for  
the proper function of your vehicle and  
includes components that affect vehi-  
cle emissions.  
New Vehicle Limited Warranty  
Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty  
Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty  
Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint  
Systems Limited Warranty  
The Federal Clean Air Act – U.S.  
The Federal Clean Air Act requires vehicle  
manufacturers to furnish written instructions  
to the ultimate purchaser to assure the proper  
servicing and function of the components that  
control emissions. These services, which are  
listed in the "Warranty and Service Records  
Information" booklet, are not covered by the  
warranty. You will be required to pay for labor  
and material used.  
Emission Design and Defect Warranty  
The Warranty and Service Records  
Emission Performance Warranty  
Information booklet also contains  
detailed information concerning the  
warranties that apply to your vehicle.  
These are the federal warranties; other war-  
ranties are provided as required by state/  
provincial law. Refer to your separate War-  
ranty and Service Records Information book-  
let for detailed information concerning each  
of the warranties.  
Related information  
Climate – general information (p. 125)  
Maintenance  
Your Volvo passed several major inspections  
before it was delivered to you, in accordance  
with Volvo specifications. The maintenance  
procedures outlined in the Warranty and  
Service Records Information booklet, many of  
which will positively affect your vehicle's  
emissions, should be performed as indicated.  
It is recommended that receipts for vehicle  
emission maintenance be retained in case  
questions arise concerning maintenance.  
Inspection and maintenance should also be  
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of dirt, and corrosion that can be caused by  
salt residues.  
Maintenance – owner maintenance  
Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-  
vals are described in your vehicle's Warranty  
and Service Records Information booklet.  
Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents  
at the base of the windshield, and from other  
places where they may collect.  
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The following points can be carried out  
between the normally scheduled maintenance  
services.  
NOTE  
Complete service information for qualified  
technicians is available online for purchase  
Owner maintenance  
Each time the car is refueled:  
Check the engine oil level.  
Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,  
headlights, and taillights.  
Related information  
Maintenance – opening/closing hood  
(p. 328)  
Monthly:  
Check cold tire pressure in all tires.  
Inspect the tires for wear.  
Engine compartment – overview (p. 329)  
Engine compartment – coolant (p. 332)  
Check that engine coolant and other fluid  
levels are between the indicated "min"  
and "max" markings.  
Engine compartment – engine oil (p. 330)  
Engine compartment – power steering  
fluid (p. 334)  
Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass  
cleaner and soft paper towels.  
Engine compartment – washer fluid  
(p. 345)  
Wipe driver information displays with a  
soft cloth.  
Cleaning the interior (p. 363)  
Washing the car (p. 361)  
Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-  
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose  
terminal connector, or a battery near the  
end of its useful service life. Consult your  
Volvo retailer for additional information.  
Tire inflation – checking pressure (p. 298)  
Tires – tread wear indicator (p. 291)  
As needed:  
Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to  
reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup  
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Maintenance – hoisting  
When the vehicle is hoisted, the jack or  
garage lift must be positioned in the correct  
lifting points.  
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Hoisting the vehicle  
If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, it  
should be placed:  
Related information  
Changing a wheel – removing wheel  
(p. 292)  
Front: under either of the two reinforced  
areas under the front section of the vehicle,  
not under to jack attachment points (the  
outermost points shown in the illustration).  
Rear: Under the jack attachment points.  
Ensure that the jack is positioned so that the  
vehicle cannot slide off it. Always use axle  
stands or similar structures.  
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If you had recent service that required  
disconnecting the battery, OBD II diag-  
nostic information may be incomplete  
and "not ready" for inspection. A vehicle  
that is not ready may fail inspection.  
Onboard Diagnostic System  
Booking service and repairs  
OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized  
engine management system. It stores diag-  
nostic information about your vehicle's emis-  
sion controls. It can light the Check Engine  
light (MIL) if it detects an emission control  
"fault." A "fault" is a component or system  
that is not performing within an expected  
range. A fault may be permanent or tempo-  
rary. OBD II will store a message about any  
fault.  
Connected Service Booking (CSB) makes set-  
ting up a time for service, maintenance and/or  
repairs directly from the vehicle quick and  
convenient.  
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How can I prepare for my next OBD II  
emission inspection?  
Prerequisites  
The owner (primary driver) must have a  
valid Volvo ID. See Volvo ID (p. 21) for  
additional information.  
If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit – or  
was lit but went out without service, have  
your vehicle diagnosed and, if necessary,  
serviced by a qualified Volvo technician.  
The vehicle must be connected to the  
Internet using a paired Bluetooth® cell  
phone. See your Sensus Infotainment  
supplement for information on pairing a  
cell phone. On models equipped with  
Volvo On Call (VOC)*, you can connect to  
the Internet using your separate VOC  
data plan. Refer to your separate Volvo  
On Call manual.  
If you recently had service for a lit Check  
Emission inspection readiness  
Engine light, or if you had service that  
required disconnecting the battery, a  
period of driving is necessary to bring the  
OBD II system to "ready" for inspection.  
Two half-hour trips of mixed stop-and-  
go/highway driving are typically needed  
to allow OBD II to reach readiness. Your  
Volvo retailer can provide you with more  
information on planning a trip.  
How do states use OBD II for emission  
inspections?  
Many states connect a computer directly to a  
vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector can  
then read "faults." In some states, this type of  
inspection has replaced the tailpipe emission  
test.  
By default, the retailer where you pur-  
chased your vehicle will be your preferred  
(primary) retailer/Volvo authorized work-  
shop who will perform service and repairs  
on your vehicle. To change the preferred  
retailer, go to Dealer Locator at  
How can my vehicle fail OBD II emission  
inspection?  
Your vehicle can fail OBD II emission inspec-  
tion for any of the following reasons.  
Maintain your vehicle in accordance with  
your vehicle's maintenance schedule.  
and select a retailer, click  
on Service Scheduler and book an  
appointment at the new preferred retailer.  
If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit, your  
vehicle may fail inspection.  
If your vehicle's Check Engine light was  
In order to be guided through the on-  
screen steps, the menu alternative  
Display notifications must be activated.  
lit, but went out without any action on  
your part, OBD II will still have a recorded  
fault. Your vehicle may pass or fail,  
depending on the inspection practices in  
your area.  
CSB menu access  
Once the prerequisites have been estab-  
lished, all CSB-related menus can be  
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vehicle's instrument panel will also be  
turned off remotely by Volvo.  
accessed in MY CAR by pressing OK/MENU  
and then selecting Maintenance & repair.  
On-screen service messages  
No: No other messages will be displayed  
on the Sensus screen but the Service  
Reminder Light on the vehicle's instru-  
ment panel will stay on. If you have  
answered "No", service can still be  
booked manually (see the following sec-  
tion).  
Booking information and data from the  
vehicle  
If you request an appointment from your vehi-  
cle, with your consent, booking information  
and data about your vehicle1 will be transmit-  
ted to your preferred retailer.  
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Postpone: The pop-up menu will be dis-  
played that next time the engine is  
started.  
Using the service  
Once the prerequisites have been estab-  
lished, all CSB-related menus can be  
accessed in MY CAR by pressing OK/MENU  
and then selecting Maintenance & repair.  
Booking service or repairs manually  
Access your Volvo On-Line Service Scheduler  
portal from a smartphone or a computer to  
select a day and time that suits you and  
specify any other service requests that you  
may have. When you have submitted your  
request, it will be entered into the retailer's  
booking portal and you will receive immediate  
confirmation online and via email.  
On-screen service message  
The pop-up service alert menu offers the fol-  
lowing alternatives:  
If the time for the next regularly scheduled  
service is approaching, if the vehicle requires  
certain types of repairs or if a system needs  
to be checked, a message will be displayed.  
You will then by guided through the steps  
required to book service or repairs.  
Yes: The vehicle will transmit a booking  
request as well as vehicle data directly to  
your preferred retailer. In return, you will  
receive an email from this retailer with a  
link to their booking portal. From a smart-  
phone or a computer, you can select a  
day and time that suits you and specify  
any other service requests that you may  
have. When you have submitted your  
request, it will be entered into the retail-  
er's booking portal and you will receive  
immediate confirmation online and via  
email. The service reminder light in the  
My Appointments  
This displays booking information.  
Select Maintenance & repair My  
Appointments.  
Transmitting vehicle data  
In order for a retailer to access vehicle data,  
the information is initially sent to a central  
Volvo database (not directly to your retailer)  
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This information includes: service requirements, status of various functions, odometer reading and the vehicle's VIN number and software version.  
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where any retailer can access or search for  
this information using your vehicle's VIN num-  
ber. This number can be found in your war-  
ranty booklet or on the dashboard at the  
lower left corner of the windshield.  
Maintenance – opening/closing hood  
WARNING  
The hood is opened by first releasing the lock  
from the passenger compartment and then  
pressing the release control.  
Check that the hood locks properly when  
closed.  
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Opening and closing the hood  
Related information  
Select Maintenance & repair Send  
vehicle data.  
Maintenance – owner maintenance  
(p. 324)  
Engine compartment – overview (p. 329)  
Booking information and vehicle data  
When you opt to book service from your vehi-  
cle, booking information and vehicle data will  
be transmitted. Vehicle data consists of a  
number of parameters in the following areas:  
Service requirements  
Function status  
Fluid levels  
Odometer reading (mileage)  
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)  
The vehicle's software version  
Related information  
Volvo ID (p. 21)  
Pull the lever located under the left side  
of the dash to release the hood lock. An  
information symbol will illuminate when  
the hood is open.  
Lift the hood slightly. Press the release  
control (located under the right front edge  
of the hood) to the left, and lift the hood.  
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Engine compartment – overview  
The overview shows the main inspection  
points in the engine compartment.  
WARNING  
The cooling fan (located at the front of the  
engine compartment, behind the radiator)  
may start or continue to operate (for up to  
6 minutes) after the engine has been  
switched off.  
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WARNING  
Before performing any operations in the  
engine compartment, the ignition should  
always be completely switched off (in  
mode 0, see Ignition modes (p. 79)) and  
Engine compartment - 4-cylinder engines only  
there should be no remote keys in the pas-  
senger compartment. The gear selector  
should be in the P (park) position. If the  
engine has been running, wait until it has  
cooled before touching any components in  
the engine compartment.  
Filler cap-engine oil  
Coolant expansion tank  
Power steering fluid reservoir  
Radiator  
Coolant expansion tank  
Power steering fluid reservoir  
Dipstick-engine oil  
The distributor ignition system operates at  
very high voltages. Special safety precau-  
tions must be followed to prevent injury.  
Always turn the ignition off when:  
Brake fluid reservoir  
Battery  
Filler cap-engine oil  
Cover over brake fluid reservoir  
Battery  
Replacing distributor ignition compo-  
nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.  
Relay/fuse box  
Do not touch any part of the distributor  
Washer fluid reservoir  
Air cleaner  
ignition system while the engine is run-  
ning. This may result in unintended  
movements and body injury.  
Relay/fuse box  
Washer fluid reservoir  
The appearance of the engine compartment  
may vary depending on engine model.  
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Related information  
Engine compartment – engine oil  
The correct oil must be used for the stated oil  
change (service) intervals to apply.  
CAUTION  
Maintenance – opening/closing hood  
(p. 328)  
Not checking the oil level regularly can  
result in serious engine damage if the  
oil level becomes too low.  
Maintenance – owner maintenance  
(p. 324)  
The oil level on 4-cylinder engines is checked  
electronically and is checked using a dipstick  
on 5- and 6-cylinder engines.  
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Oil that is lower than the specified  
quality can damage the engine.  
Volvo does not recommend the use of  
oil additives.  
Checking the engine oil (5- and 6-  
cylinder engines)  
The oil level should be checked at regular  
intervals, particularly during the period up to  
the first scheduled maintenance service.  
Always add oil of the same type and  
viscosity as already used.  
Never fill oil above the MAX mark. This  
could cause an increase in oil con-  
sumption.  
See Oil specifications (p. 377) for oil  
specifications.  
Oil changes should be carried out by a  
trained and qualified Volvo service  
technician.  
Also, refer to the Warranty and Service  
Records information booklet for informa-  
tion on oil change intervals and oil speci-  
fications.  
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Checking and adding oil  
Electronic oil level sensor (4-cylinder  
engines only)  
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The oil level must be between the MIN and MAX  
marks on the dipstick  
Location of the filler cap and dipstick  
Checking the oil  
1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a  
lint-free rag.  
Oil filler cap  
NOTE  
No action is necessary until a message is dis-  
played, see the following illustration.  
Before checking the oil:  
2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and  
check the oil level. The level must be  
between the MIN and MAX marks.  
The car should be parked on a level  
surface.  
If the engine is warm, wait for at least  
10 – 15 minutes after the engine has  
been switched off.  
3. Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to  
the MIN mark, add approximately  
0.5 US quarts (0.5 liters) of oil.  
4. Recheck the level and add more oil if  
necessary until the level is near the MAX  
mark.  
WARNING  
Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into  
contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces.  
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Engine compartment – coolant  
WARNING  
Normally, the coolant does not need to be  
changed. If the system must be drained, con-  
sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-  
nician.  
Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into  
contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces.  
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Electronically checking the oil level  
The oil level should be checked at regular  
intervals, particularly during the period up to  
the first scheduled maintenance service.  
Level check and filling  
To check the oil level:  
1. Activate ignition mode II, see Ignition  
modes (p. 79).  
Left: digital instrument panel*, Right: analog  
instrument panel  
2. Turn the thumb wheel on the left steering  
wheel lever until Oil level is displayed.  
Message  
Oil level  
> The oil level will be displayed.  
The oil level can be checked when the engine  
is not running by scrolling to the oil level sen-  
sor using the thumb wheel on the left steering  
wheel lever.  
NOTE  
Location of the coolant reservoir  
The system cannot detect changes in  
the oil level immediately. The vehicle  
must be driven approximately 20 miles  
(30 km) or have been parked on level  
ground with the engine off for  
5 minutes before the oil level reading  
will be correct.  
See Fuel tank volume – specification and vol-  
ume (p. 380) for information on cooling sys-  
tem capacities.  
CAUTION  
If Oil service required is displayed,  
the oil level may be too high. Take the  
vehicle to an authorized Volvo work-  
shop as soon as possible.  
If the necessary conditions are not met  
for checking the oil level electronically  
(time interval after the engine was  
switched off, if the vehicle is parked on  
an incline, etc.), No values available  
will be displayed. This does not indi-  
cate a problem with the oil level sen-  
sor.  
If the oil level sensor indicates that the  
level is too low, using the correct oil,  
top up with the amount of oil indicated  
as soon as possible, see oil specifica-  
tions (p. 377).  
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Engine compartment – brake fluid  
The brake fluid should always be between the  
MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res-  
ervoir.  
CAUTION  
WARNING  
If necessary, top up the cooling sys-  
tem with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Anti-  
freeze only (a 50/50 mix of water and  
antifreeze).  
Never remove the expansion tank cap  
while the engine is warm. Wait until the  
engine cools.  
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If it is necessary to top off the coolant  
when the engine is warm, unscrew the  
expansion tank cap slowly so that the  
overpressure dissipates.  
Different types of antifreeze/coolant  
may not be mixed.  
If the cooling system is drained, it  
should be flushed with clean water or  
premixed anti-freeze before it is refilled  
with the correct mixture of water/anti-  
freeze.  
The cooling system must always be  
kept filled to the correct level, and the  
level must be between the MIN and  
MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there  
can be high local temperatures in the  
engine which could result in damage.  
Check coolant regularly!  
Location of the brake fluid reservoir  
Do not top up with water only. This  
reduces the rust-protective and anti-  
freeze qualities of the coolant and has  
a lower boiling point. It can also cause  
damage to the cooling system if it  
should freeze.  
Do not use chlorinated tap water in the  
vehicle's cooling system.  
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Checking the level  
Engine compartment – power steering  
fluid  
WARNING  
The fluid reservoir is concealed under the  
round cover at the rear of the engine com-  
partment. The round cover must be removed  
first before the reservoir cap can be  
accessed.  
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark  
in the reservoir or if a brake-related  
message is shown in the information  
display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car  
towed to a trained and qualified Volvo  
service technician and have the brake  
system inspected.  
The fluid level must be between the MIN and  
MAX marks. For capacities and recom-  
mended fluid grade, see Fuel tank volume –  
specification and volume (p. 380).  
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The brake fluid should always be between the  
MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res-  
ervoir. Check, without removing the cap, that  
there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.  
Dot 4 should never be mixed with any  
other type of brake fluid.  
Fluid type: DOT 4 boiling point >536 °F  
Filling  
1. Turn and open the cover.  
(280 °C), P/N 9437433  
Replace: The fluid should be replaced  
according to the intervals specified in the  
Warranty and Service Records Information  
booklet.  
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the  
fluid. The level must be between the MIN  
and MAX marks.  
When driving under extremely hard condi-  
tions (mountain driving, etc), it may be neces-  
sary to replace the fluid more often. Consult a  
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.  
Check the level frequently. It does not nor-  
mally require changing.  
Always entrust brake fluid changing to a  
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.  
WARNING  
If a problem should occur in the power  
steering system or if the vehicle has no  
electrical current and must be towed, it is  
still possible to steer the vehicle. However,  
keep in mind that greater effort will be  
required to turn the steering wheel.  
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Bulbs – introduction  
CAUTION  
NOTE  
Certain bulbs can be replaced by the vehicle's  
owner. However, the bulbs on the following  
list should only be replaced by a trained and  
qualified Volvo service technician.  
Keep the area around the power steering  
fluid reservoir clean when checking.  
For information regarding any bulbs  
not mentioned in this section, please  
contact your Volvo retailer or a trained  
and authorized Volvo service techni-  
cian.  
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All bulb specifications are listed in Bulbs –  
specifications (p. 342).  
Always switch off the ignition before  
starting to replace a bulb.  
Active Bending Lights  
If an error message remains in the dis-  
play after a faulty bulb has been  
replaced, contact an authorized Volvo  
workshop.  
Daytime running lights, front parking  
lights  
Front side marker lights  
Turn signals in the door mirrors  
Condensation may form temporarily on  
the inside of the lenses of exterior  
lights such as headlights, fog lights, or  
taillights. This is normal and the lights  
are designed to withstand moisture.  
Normally, condensation will dissipate  
after the lights have been on for a  
short time.  
Approach lighting in the door mirrors  
Interior lighting (except for the front foot-  
well lighting)  
Rear parking lights  
Rear side marker lights  
Rear turn signals  
The optional Active Bending Light  
bulbs contain trace amounts of mer-  
cury. These bulbs should always be  
disposed of by a trained and qualified  
Volvo service technician.  
LED bulbs  
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Unplug the wiring connector by holding  
down the clip with your thumb.  
Bulbs – headlight housing  
The entire headlight housing must be lifted  
out when replacing all front bulbs.  
CAUTION  
Never touch the glass of bulbs with your  
fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers  
vaporize in the heat and will leave a  
deposit on the reflector, which will damage  
it.  
Pull the connector out with the other  
hand.  
Removing the headlight housing  
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5. Lift out the headlight housing and place it  
on a soft surface to avoid scratching the  
lens.  
WARNING  
6. Replace the defective bulb(s).  
The engine should not be running  
when changing bulbs.  
Reinserting the headlight housing  
If the engine has been running just  
prior to replacing bulbs in the head-  
light housing, please keep in mind that  
components in the engine compart-  
ment will be hot.  
Pull out the headlight housing's locking  
pins.  
Pull the headlight housing straight out.  
WARNING  
Active Bending Lights* – due to the  
high voltage used by these headlights,  
these bulbs should only be replaced  
by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-  
ice technician.  
When reinserting the housing, be sure that  
the long locking pin is securely in place in  
both of its retaining clamps.  
Turn off the lights and remove the  
remote key from the ignition before  
changing any bulbs.  
1. Plug in the connector until it clicks into  
place.  
Related information  
Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 336)  
CAUTION  
When disconnecting the connector, pull on  
the connector itself and not on the wiring.  
Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting (p. 342)  
Bulbs – cargo area lighting (p. 341)  
Bulbs – license plate lighting (p. 341)  
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2. Reinsert the headlight housing and lock-  
ing pins. Check that they are correctly  
inserted.  
Bulbs – cover  
Related information  
Bulbs – headlight housing (p. 336)  
The larger cover has to be removed in order  
to change the high/low beam headlight bulbs.  
Bulbs – low beam, Halogen (p. 338)  
Bulbs – high beam, Halogen (p. 338)  
Bulbs – extra high beam (p. 339)  
The headlight housing must be properly  
in place and the wiring connector cor-  
rectly reconnected before the lighting is  
switched on or the remote key is inserted  
into the ignition slot.  
Removing the cover to access the bulbs  
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3. Check that the lights function properly.  
Related information  
Bulbs – introduction (p. 335)  
Bulbs – cover (p. 337)  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
NOTE  
Before starting to replace a bulb, see  
Bulbs – introduction (p. 335).  
1. Loosen the cover's four retaining screws  
(3-4 turns) with a Torx T20 tool (1). The  
screws should not be removed com-  
pletely.  
2. Push the cover to the side.  
3. Remove the cover.  
Reinstall the cover in the reverse order.  
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Bulbs – low beam, Halogen  
The low beam bulb is concealed by the larger  
cover.  
Bulbs – high beam, Halogen  
The high beam bulb is concealed behind the  
larger cover.  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
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1. Remove the headlight housing from the  
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing  
(p. 336)).  
1. Remove the headlight housing from the  
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing  
(p. 336)).  
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see  
Bulbs – cover (p. 337)).  
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see  
Bulbs – cover (p. 337)).  
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.  
3. Remove the bulb by turning it counter-  
clockwise and pulling it straight out.  
4. Remove the bulb by pressing the holder  
downward.  
4. Remove the connector from the bulb.  
5. Press the new bulb into the socket until it  
snaps into place. It can only be secured  
in one position.  
5. Press the new bulb into the socket and  
turn it clockwise to put it in place. It can  
only be secured in one position.  
6. Put the cover back into position and rein-  
stall the headlight housing.  
6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight  
housing.  
7. Put the cover back into position and rein-  
stall the headlight housing.  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
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6. Press the bulb holder into position in the  
headlight housing.  
Bulbs – extra high beam  
The extra high beam bulb is concealed by the  
larger cover.  
Bulbs – front turn signals  
The turn signal bulb is concealed behind the  
smaller cover.  
7. Reconnect the wiring connector to the  
bulb holder.  
Extra high beam2  
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8. Put the cover back into position and rein-  
stall the headlight housing.  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
1. Remove the headlight housing from the  
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing  
(p. 336)).  
1. Remove the headlight housing from the  
vehicle (see Bulbs – headlight housing  
(p. 336)).  
2. Remove the bulb holder by turning it  
counterclockwise and pulling it out of the  
headlight housing.  
2. Remove the cover over the bulbs (see  
Bulbs – cover (p. 337)).  
3. Pull out the holder to access the bulb.  
3. Disconnect the wiring connector from the  
bulb holder.  
4. Remove the burned out bulb by pressing  
it in slightly and turning it counterclock-  
wise.  
4. Remove the bulb holder from the head-  
light housing by pulling it straight out.  
5. Press the new bulb into the holder and  
turn it clockwise.  
5. Insert a new bulb in the holder. It can only  
be inserted in one way.  
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6. Reinsert the bulb holder into the headlight  
housing and turn it clockwise.  
Bulbs – rear fog lights  
The rear fog lights can be reached from  
behind the bumper  
Bulbs – location of taillight bulbs  
The following illustrations show the location of  
the bulbs in the taillight cluster.  
7. Reinstall the headlight housing.  
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Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
Taillight lens, right side  
1. Remove the bulb holder by turning it  
counterclockwise.  
Parking/side marker lights (LED)  
Brake light  
2. Remove the burned out bulb by pressing  
it in and turning it counterclockwise.  
Backup light  
Turn signal  
3. Insert a new bulb, press it downward and  
turn it clockwise.  
Brake light (LED)  
4. Reinsert the bulb holder and turn it clock-  
wise.  
Related information  
Bulbs – introduction (p. 335)  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
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Bulbs – brake lights and taillights  
Bulbs – license plate lighting  
The license plate lighting is located next to  
the tailgate handle.  
Bulbs – cargo area lighting  
The cargo area light is located in the ceiling  
liner.  
The brake lights and back-up lights in the tail-  
light cluster are replaced from inside the  
cargo area.  
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Brake lights and taillights  
1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver.  
1. Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so  
that the bulb housing comes loose.  
2. Carefully detach the entire bulb housing  
and pull it out.  
1. Open the panel.  
2. Replace the bulb.  
2. Remove the bulb holder by turning it  
counterclockwise.  
3. Replace the bulb.  
3. Check that the bulb illuminates and press  
it back into the bulb housing.  
4. Reinsert the entire bulb housing and  
tighten the screws.  
3. Remove the burned out bulb by pressing  
it in and turning it counterclockwise.  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
4. Insert a new bulb, press it in and turn it  
clockwise.  
5. Reinsert the bulb holder and turn it clock-  
wise.  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
Bulbs – location of taillight bulbs (p. 340)  
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Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting  
The vanity mirror bulbs are located behind the  
lens.  
Bulbs – specifications  
Lighting func- Wat-  
tion  
Bulb  
The following bulbs can be replaced by the  
vehicles owner. All other bulbs should only be  
replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo  
service technician.  
tage  
Rear fog light  
Backup lights  
Brake lights  
21  
P21W LL  
P21W LL  
P21W LL  
Removing the lens  
10  
21  
Lighting func- Wat-  
tion tage  
Bulb  
21  
Cargo area  
lighting  
10  
SV8.5  
(length  
43mm)  
Extra high beam 55  
(models with  
H7 LL  
Active Bending  
Lights*)  
NOTE  
Low beam (hal-  
ogen)  
55  
65  
24  
5
H11 LL  
H9  
Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts  
department for the most up-to-date bulb  
specifications.  
High beam (hal-  
ogen)  
1. Insert a flat screwdriver under the lens  
and carefully exert upward pressure to  
release the retaining lugs.  
Related information  
Bulbs – introduction (p. 335)  
Front turn sig-  
nals  
PY24W  
C5W LL  
2. Snap out the lens.  
License plate  
lighting  
3. Use needle nose pliers to pull the bulb  
straight to the side. Replace the bulb. Do  
not exert too much pressure on the bulb  
with the pliers to help avoid damaging it.  
Vanity mirror  
2
W2x4.6d  
type T5  
Front side  
marker lights  
5
W3W LL  
Reinstalling the lens  
1. Put the lens back into position.  
2. Press it into place.  
Glove compart-  
ment lighting  
5
SV8.5  
(length  
43mm)  
Related information  
Bulbs – specifications (p. 342)  
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To put the windshiield wipers in the service  
position:  
Wiper blades – service position  
Related information  
Engine compartment – washer fluid  
(p. 345)  
The windshield wiper blades must be in the  
vertical (service) position for replacement,  
washing or to lift them away from the wind-  
shield when e.g., removing ice or snow.  
1. Insert the remote key into the ignition  
slot3 and press the START/STOP  
ENGINE button briefly to put the ignition  
in mode I (see Ignition modes (p. 79) for  
detailed information about the ignition  
modes).  
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2. Press the START/STOP ENGINE button  
again briefly to switch the ignition off.  
3. Within 3 seconds, move the right steering  
wheel lever up and hold it for at least  
1 second.  
> The wipers will then move to the verti-  
cal (service) position on the windshield.  
The wipers can be returned to the normal  
position by pressing the START/STOP  
ENGINE button briefly to put the ignition in  
mode I (or by starting the engine).  
Wiper blades in service position  
CAUTION  
Be sure the wiper blades are not frozen in  
position before attempting to move them  
to the service position.  
CAUTION  
If the wiper arms have been folded out  
from the windshield while in the service  
position, fold them back against the wind-  
shield before returning the wipers to the  
normal position to help avoid scratching  
the paint on the hood.  
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With the wipers in the service position,  
fold out the wiper arm from the wind-  
shield. Press the button on the wiper  
blade attachment and pull the wiper  
blade straight out, parallel with the wiper  
arm.  
Wiper blades – windshield  
The wiper blades should be replaced regularly  
for best effect.  
The windshield wiper blades must be in the  
vertical (service) position for replacement,  
washing or to lift them away from the wind-  
shield when e.g., removing ice or snow.  
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Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks  
into place.  
Replacing the windshield wiper blades  
Check that the blade is securely in place.  
4. Press the wipers back against the wind-  
shield.  
To return the wipers from the service position  
to the normal position, fold the wipers back  
against the windshield and press the START/  
STOP ENGINE button briefly to put the igni-  
tion in mode I (or start the engine).  
Cleaning  
Keeping the windshield and wiper blades  
clean helps improve visibility and prolongs  
the service life of the wiper blades. Clean the  
wiper blades with a stiff-bristle brush and  
lukewarm soap solution or car washing deter-  
gent.  
NOTE  
The windshield wiper blades are different  
lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is  
longer than the one on the passenger side.  
Related information  
Engine compartment – washer fluid  
(p. 345)  
Wiper blades – service position (p. 343)  
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6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)  
4.7 US qts (4.5 liters4)  
Wiper blades – tailgate  
The wiper blades should be replaced regularly  
for best effect.  
Engine compartment – washer fluid  
Washer fluid helps keep the windshield and  
headlights clean. During cold weather, the  
reservoir should be filled with windshield  
washer solvent containing antifreeze. Use  
Volvo Original Washer Fluid or the equivalent  
with a recommended pH value between 6 and  
8.  
Related information  
Wiper blades – service position (p. 343)  
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade  
10  
1. Fold the wiper arm outward.  
2. Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at  
the arrow).  
Location of the washer fluid reservoir  
3. Pull out the blade to release it from the  
wiper arm.  
The windshield and headlight washers share  
a common reservoir.  
4. Press the new wiper blade into place and  
check that it seats securely.  
The washer fluid reservoir is located on the  
driver's side of the engine compartment. For  
capacities, see the printed Owner's Manual.  
5. Fold the wiper arm back toward the tail-  
gate window.  
Specification:Use a washer antifreeze rec-  
ommended by Volvo, mixed with water.  
Related information  
Engine compartment – washer fluid  
(p. 345)  
Volume:  
4
Models without headlight washers  
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Battery – symbols  
There are information and warning symbols  
on the battery.  
Battery – handling  
Contains corrosive acid.  
The battery's service life is affected by the  
number of starts, if it has been discharged,  
driving style, driving conditions, weather con-  
ditions ,etc.  
Symbols on the battery  
10  
Wear protective goggles.  
Handling  
Risk of explosion  
Check that the battery cables are cor-  
rectly connected and tightened.  
Never disconnect the battery when the  
engine is running (for example, when  
replacing the battery).  
Keep away from children.  
If the battery is fully discharged a number  
of times, this may shorten its service life.  
Recycle properly  
The service life of a battery is affected by  
factors such as the number of starts, driv-  
ing conditions and climate. Extreme cold  
may also further decrease the battery’s  
starting capacity.  
Avoid smoking, open  
flames, and/or sparks.  
Because the battery’s starting capacity  
NOTE  
decreases with time, it may be necessary  
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven  
for an extended period of time or if the  
vehicle is usually only driven short dis-  
tances.  
A used battery should be disposed of in an  
environmentally responsible manner. Con-  
sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery  
to a recycling station.  
See the owner's manual.  
Never use a quick charger to charge the  
battery. Only traditional types of battery  
chargers should be used.  
Related information  
Battery – changing (p. 348)  
Battery – handling (p. 346)  
Battery – maintenance (p. 347)  
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Related information  
Battery – changing (p. 348)  
Battery – maintenance  
Proper battery maintenance can help prolong  
its service life.  
CAUTION  
The infotainment system's energy-saving  
feature may not function correctly or at all,  
and/or a message may be displayed if a  
battery charger or jumper cables are not  
connected properly.  
Battery – maintenance (p. 347)  
Battery – symbols (p. 346)  
Maintenance  
10  
Use a screw driver to open the caps or  
cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.  
The negative terminal on the battery  
If necessary, add distilled water. The level  
should never be above the indicator.  
must never be used to connect a  
jumper cable or a battery charger.  
Only the ground point on the chassis  
may be used.  
The fluid level should be checked if the  
battery has been recharged.  
See Jump starting (p. 251) for an illustra-  
tion and additional information.  
After inspection, be sure the cap over  
each battery cell or the cover is securely  
in place.  
Check that the battery cables are cor-  
rectly connected and properly tightened.  
WARNING  
Never expose the battery to open  
flame or electric spark.  
Never disconnect the battery when the  
engine is running, or when the key is in  
the ignition. This could damage the vehi-  
cle's electrical system.  
Do not smoke near the battery.  
Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do  
not allow battery fluid to contact eyes,  
skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If  
contact occurs, flush the affected area  
immediately with water. Obtain medi-  
cal help immediately if eyes are affec-  
ted.  
The battery should be disconnected from  
the vehicle when a battery charger is  
used directly on the battery.  
To help keep the battery in good condi-  
tion, the vehicle should be driven for at  
least 15 minutes a week or connected to  
a charger with an automatic charging  
function.  
NOTE  
If the battery is fully discharged a number  
The life of the battery is shortened if it  
becomes discharged repeatedly.  
of times, this may shorten its service life.  
Keeping the battery fully charged helps  
prolong its service life.  
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The service life of a battery is affected by  
factors such as driving conditions and cli-  
mate. Extreme cold may also further  
decrease the battery’s starting capacity.  
Battery – changing  
When changing batteries, be sure to use the  
correct battery for your vehicle. Consult a  
Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo  
service technician.  
10  
Because the battery’s starting capacity  
decreases with time, it may be necessary  
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven  
for an extended period of time or if the  
vehicle is usually only driven short dis-  
tances.  
Changing  
CAUTION  
Always use distilled or deionized water  
(battery water).  
Never fill above the level mark in the  
cell.  
Related information  
Battery – changing (p. 348)  
Battery – handling (p. 346)  
Battery – symbols (p. 346)  
WARNING  
Connect and disconnect the positive and  
negative cables in the correct sequence.  
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Removal  
Installation  
1. Lower the battery into the battery box.  
Fuses – introduction  
The fuses help protect the vehicle's electrical  
components from overloading.  
Switch off the ignition, remove the remote key  
from the ignition slot and wait at least  
5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so  
that all information in the vehicle's electrical  
system can be stored in the control modules.  
There are relay/fuseboxes located in the  
engine compartment, the passenger com-  
partment and the cargo area.  
10  
Open the clips on the front cover and  
remove the cover.  
If an electrical component fails to function,  
this may be due to a blown fuse. The easiest  
way to see if a fuse is blown is to remove it.  
Release the rubber molding so that the  
rear cover is free.  
To do so:  
Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.  
1. Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is diffi-  
cult to remove, a special fuse removal  
tool is located on the inside of the  
engine compartment fusebox cover.  
2. Move the battery inward and to the side  
until it reaches the rear edge of the box.  
Detach the black negative cable.  
Detach the red positive cable  
3. Tighten the clamp that secures the bat-  
tery.  
Detach the ventilation hose from the  
battery  
2. From the side, examine the curved metal  
wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.  
4. Connect the ventilation hose.  
> Be sure that it is correctly connected  
to the battery and the vent in the vehi-  
cle's body.  
If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the  
same color and amperage (written on the  
fuse).  
Loosen the screw holding the battery  
clamp.  
Move the battery to the side and lift it up.  
5. Connect the red positive cable.  
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electri-  
cal system inspected by a trained and quali-  
fied Volvo service technician.  
6. Connect the black negative cable.  
7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).  
8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal).  
WARNING  
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!  
WARNING  
Battery posts, terminals, and related  
accessories contain lead and lead com-  
pounds, chemicals known to the state of  
California to cause cancer and reproduc-  
tive harm. Wash hands after handling.  
9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with  
the clips. (See Removal).  
Never use metal objects or fuses with  
higher amperage than those stated on the  
following pages. Doing so could seriously  
damage or overload the vehicle's electrical  
system.  
Related information  
Battery – handling (p. 346)  
Battery – symbols (p. 346)  
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Location of the fuseboxes  
10  
Engine compartment  
Under the glove compartment  
Under the glove compartment  
Cargo area  
Engine compartment cold zone (Start/  
Stop only)  
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Fuses – engine compartment  
The fuses in the engine compartment protect  
e.g., engine and brake functions.  
10  
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Engine compartment, upper  
Engine compartment, front  
Engine compartment, lower  
Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Circuit breaker: central 60  
electrical module in the  
cargo compartmentA  
ABS valves  
20  
Headlight washers  
20  
10  
Positions  
These fuses are all located in the engine com-  
partment box. Fuses in C are located under  
A.  
Circuit breaker: central 60  
electrical module  
under the glove com-  
partmentA  
Active Bending Lights- 10  
headlight leveling*  
Central electrical mod- 20  
ule (under the glove  
compartment)  
A decal on the inside of the cover shows the  
positions of the fuses.  
Circuit breaker: central 60  
electrical module  
under the glove com-  
partmentA  
ABS  
5
5
Fuses 1 – 15, 34 and 42 – 44 are relays/  
circuit breakers and should only be  
removed or replaced by a trained and  
qualified Volvo service technician.  
Adjustable steering  
force*  
Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be  
changed at any time when necessary.  
Engine Control Module 10  
(ECM), transmission,  
SRS  
There is a special fuse removal tool on the  
underside of the cover.  
Headed windshield*,  
driver's side  
40  
30  
Heated washer noz-  
zles*  
10  
Windshield wipers  
Pos Function  
A
-
Circuit breaker: central 50  
electrical module  
under the glove com-  
partmentA  
Lighting panel  
5
Climate system  
blowerA  
40  
40  
40  
-
Headed windshield*,  
passenger's side  
Circuit breaker: central 50  
electrical module  
under the glove com-  
partment  
-
-
ABS pump  
Relay coils  
5
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Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Auxiliary lights*  
20  
4-cyl. engines: mass  
air meter, thermostat,  
EVAP valve  
10  
Oil pump/crankcase  
10  
ventilation heater/cool-  
ant pump (5-cyl.  
engines)  
Horn  
15  
10  
10  
5-/6-cyl. engines:  
Injection system, mass  
air meter (6-cyl.  
engines only), engine  
control module  
15  
10  
Relay coils, Engine  
Control Module (ECM)  
Ignition coils (4-cyl.  
engines)  
15  
5
Control module - auto- 15  
matic transmission  
Fuel leakage detection  
(5-/6-cyl. engines),  
control module for  
radiator shutter (5-cyl.  
engines)  
A/C compressor (not  
4-cyl. engines)  
15  
A/C compressor (5-/6-  
cyl. engines), engine  
valves, engine control  
module (6-cyl.  
engines), solenoids (6-  
cyl. non-turbo only),  
mass air meter (6-cyl.  
only), oil level sensor  
(5-cyl. only)  
Relay-coils A/C, relay  
coils in engine com-  
partment cold zone for  
Start/Stop  
5
Fuel leakage detection, 7.5  
A/C solenoid (4-cyl.  
engines)  
Starter motor relayA  
30  
20  
Coolant pump (4-cyl.  
engines)  
50  
Engine control module  
(4-cyl. engines)  
Engine valves/oil  
pump/center heated  
oxygen sensor (4-cyl.  
engines)  
15  
15  
Cooling fan  
60 (4/5-  
cyl.  
engines)  
Ignition coils (5-/6-cyl.  
engines), condenser  
(6-cyl. engines)  
80 (6-cyl.  
engines)  
Front/rear heated oxy-  
gen sensors (4-cyl.  
engines), EVAP valve  
(5-/6-cyl. engines),  
heated oxygen sensors  
(5-/6-cyl. engines)  
Engine Control Module 20  
(4-cyl. engines)  
Power steering  
100  
Engine Control Module 10  
(5-cyl. & 6-cyl. engines)  
A
This position is not used on vehicles with the optional  
Start/Stop function, refer to the table "Engine compart-  
ment cold zone" in Fuses – engine compartment cold zone  
(Start/Stop only) (p. 359).  
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Related information  
Fuses – glove compartment (p. 355)  
Fuses – cargo area/trunk (p. 358)  
10  
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Fuses – glove compartment  
The fuses under the glove compartment pro-  
tect components such as the infotainment  
system and optional power seat.  
10  
Fusebox A: General fuses  
Positions: fusebox A  
Pos Function  
Pos Function  
A
Fusebox B: Control module fuses  
A
-
Fold aside the upholstery covering the fuse-  
boxes.  
Circuit breaker for the infotain- 40  
ment system and for fuses  
16-20  
12-volt socket (cargo area)  
15  
20  
20  
1. Press the cover's lock and fold it up.  
2. The fuses are accessible.  
Controls in driver's door  
Windshield/tailgate washers  
25  
Controls in front passenger's  
door  
-
-
-
Controls in right rear passeng- 20  
er's door  
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Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Controls in left rear passeng-  
er's door  
20  
-
Courtesy lighting, rain sen-  
sor*, HomeLInk® Wireless  
Control System*  
7.5  
Heated front passenger's  
seat*  
15  
10  
Keyless drive*  
20  
20  
20  
Steering wheel module  
7.5  
10  
15  
Power driver's seat*  
Power front passenger's seat*  
-
Heated driver's seat*  
15  
5
Cental locking: fuel filler door  
Park assist*  
Electrically heated steering  
wheel*  
Blind Spot Information System  
(BLIS)*, park assist camera*  
Infotainment system display  
5
Electrically heated windshield* 15  
All Wheel Drive* control mod-  
ule  
15  
10  
Infotainment system: amplifier, 10  
SiriusXMsatellite radio*  
Tailgate unlock  
10  
10  
Active chassis system*  
Electrical folding rear seat  
outboard head restraints*  
Sensus control module  
Bluetooth hands-free system  
-
15  
5
Positions: fusebox B  
Fuel pump  
20  
5
Pos Function  
A
Climate system control panel  
-
Tailgate wiper  
15  
Laminated panoramic roof*  
5
-
Courtesy lighting, climate sys-  
tem sensor  
Alarm, On-board diagnostic  
system  
5
10  
10  
5
Front courtesy lighting, driv-  
er's door power window con-  
trols, power seat(s)*,  
7.5  
12-volt sockets in tunnel con-  
sole  
15  
Satellite radio *, audio system  
amplifier  
Instrument panel  
5
Heated rear seat* (passenger's 15  
side)  
Airbag system, occupant  
weight sensor  
Adaptive cruise control/colli-  
sion warning*  
10  
Heated rear seat* (driver's  
side)  
15  
Collision warning system*  
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Pos Function  
A
Accelerator pedal sensor,  
auto-dim mirror function,  
heated rear seats*  
7.5  
10  
-
Brake lights  
5
20  
5
Laminated panoramic roof*  
Immobilizer  
Related information  
Fuses – engine compartment (p. 351)  
Fuses – cargo area/trunk (p. 358)  
Fuses – engine compartment cold zone  
(Start/Stop only) (p. 359)  
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Fuses – cargo area/trunk  
The fuses in the cargo area/trunk protect  
components such as trailer connections, the  
parking brake, etc.  
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Located behind the upholstery on the left side of the cargo area  
Positions  
Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Power tailgate*  
20  
Trailer socket 1*  
40  
Electric parking brake (left  
side)  
30  
-
-
-
-
-
-
Electric parking brake (right  
side)  
30  
Related information  
Fuses – engine compartment (p. 351)  
Fuses – glove compartment (p. 355)  
Heated rear window  
Trailer socket 2*  
30  
15  
Fuses – engine compartment cold zone  
(Start/Stop only) (p. 359)  
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Fuses – engine compartment cold  
zone (Start/Stop only)7  
There are fuses in the engine compartment  
cold zone on models with the Start/Stop  
function.  
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Location of Start/Stop fuses  
Positions  
Pos Function  
A
Pos Function  
A
Fuses A1, A2 and 1–11 are relays/circuit  
breakers and should only be removed or  
replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo  
service technician.  
Circuit breaker: central elec-  
trical module in the engine  
compartment  
175  
-
Circuit breaker: fusebox B  
50  
under the glove compartment  
(see Fuses – glove compart-  
ment (p. 355))  
Fuse 12 may be changed at any time  
when necessary.  
Circuit breaker: fuseboxes  
under the glove compart-  
ment, central electrical mod-  
ule in the cargo area  
175  
7
Option on 4-cyl. engines  
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Related information  
Fuses – engine compartment (p. 351)  
Pos Function  
A
Circuit breaker: fusebox A  
60  
Fuses – glove compartment (p. 355)  
under the glove compartment  
(see Fuses – glove compart-  
ment (p. 355))  
Fuses – cargo area/trunk (p. 358)  
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Start/Stop – introduction (p. 257)  
Circuit breaker: fusebox A  
under the glove compartment  
(see Fuses – glove compart-  
ment (p. 355))  
60  
60  
Circuit breaker: central elec-  
trical module in the cargo  
area  
Climate system blower  
40  
Starter motor relay  
Internal diode  
Auxiliary battery  
30  
50  
70  
15  
Central electrical module:  
auxiliary battery reference  
voltage, auxiliary battery  
charging point  
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Wash off the dirt from the underside  
(wheel housings, fenders, etc).  
Washing the car  
Exterior components  
Volvo recommends the use of special clean-  
The vehicle should be washed at regular inter-  
vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots  
adhere to the paint and may cause damage.  
To help prevent corrosion, it is particularly  
important to wash the car frequently in the  
wintertime.  
ing products, available at your Volvo retailer,  
for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or orna-  
mental components such as chromed strips  
on the exterior of your vehicle. The instruc-  
tions for using these products should be fol-  
lowed carefully. Solvents or stain removers  
should not be used.  
In areas of high industrial fallout, more  
frequent washing is recommended.  
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NOTE  
When washing the car, remember to  
remove dirt from the drain holes in the  
doors and sills.  
The following points should be kept in mind  
when washing and cleaning the car:  
CAUTION  
Avoid washing your car in direct sunlight.  
CAUTION  
Doing so may cause detergents and wax  
to dry out and become abrasive. To avoid  
scratching, use lukewarm water to soften  
the dirt before you wash with a soft  
Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or  
rubber components  
During high pressure washing, the  
spray mouthpiece must never be  
closer to the vehicle than 13" (30 cm).  
Do not spray into the locks.  
Polishing chromed strips can wear  
away or damage the surface  
sponge, and plenty of sudsy water.  
Polishes containing abrasive sub-  
stances should not be used  
Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork  
as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish  
may be permanently damaged.  
Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can  
reduce lighting capacity considerably.  
Clean the headlights regularly, for  
example when refueling.  
Related information  
Polishing and waxing (p. 362)  
A detergent can be used to facilitate the  
softening of dirt and oil.  
Special laminated panoramic roof cau-  
tions:  
Dry the car with a clean chamois and  
remember to clean the drain holes in the  
doors and rocker panels.  
Cleaning the interior (p. 363)  
Always close the laminated panoramic  
roof and sun shade before washing  
your vehicle.  
Tar spots can be removed with tar  
remover after the car has been washed.  
Never use abrasive cleaning agents on  
the laminated panoramic roof.  
A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy  
water can be used to clean the wiper  
blades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-  
shield and wiper blades improves visibility  
considerably and also helps prolong the  
service life of the wiper blades.  
Never use wax on the rubber seals  
around the laminated panoramic roof.  
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Automatic car wash  
Polishing and waxing  
CAUTION  
The vehicle should be washed at regular inter-  
vals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spots  
adhere to the paint and may cause damage.  
To help prevent corrosion, it is particularly  
important to wash the car frequently in the  
wintertime.  
Normally, polishing is not required during the  
first year after delivery, however, waxing may  
be beneficial.  
Before driving into an automatic car  
wash, turn off the optional rain sensor  
to avoid damaging the windshield wip-  
ers.  
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Before applying polish or wax the vehicle  
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can  
be removed with kerosene or tar remover.  
Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing  
compound.  
Make sure that side view mirrors, aux-  
iliary lamps, etc, are secure, and that  
any antenna(s) are retracted or  
removed. Otherwise there is risk of the  
machine dislodging them.  
We do NOT recommend washing your  
car in an automatic wash during the first  
few months (because the paint will not  
have hardened sufficiently).  
After polishing use liquid or paste wax.  
Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-  
plated wheels using the same deter-  
gents used for the body of the vehicle.  
Aggressive wheel-cleaning agents can  
permanently stain chrome-plated  
wheels.  
Several commercially available products  
contain both polish and wax.  
An automatic wash is a simple and quick  
way to clean your car, but it is worth  
remembering that it may not be as thor-  
ough as when you yourself go over the  
car with sponge and water. Keeping the  
underbody clean is most important, espe-  
cially in the winter. Some automatic  
washers do not have facilities for washing  
the underbody.  
Waxing alone does not substitute for pol-  
ishing a dull surface.  
A wide range of polymer-based waxes  
can be purchased today. These waxes  
are easy to use and produce a long-last-  
ing, high-gloss finish that protects the  
bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and  
fading.  
WARNING  
When the vehicle is driven immediately  
after being washed, apply the brakes,  
including the parking brake, several  
times in order to remove any moisture  
from the brake linings.  
Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct  
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should  
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).  
NOTE  
Condensation may form temporarily on the  
inside of the lenses of exterior lights such  
as headlights, fog lights, or taillights. This  
is normal and the lights are designed to  
withstand moisture. Normally, condensa-  
tion will dissipate after the lights have been  
on for a short time.  
Engine cleaning agents should not be  
used when the engine is warm. This  
constitutes a fire risk.  
Related information  
Polishing and waxing (p. 362)  
Cleaning the interior (p. 363)  
Washing the car (p. 361)  
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Volvo also offers a special leather softener  
that should be applied after the cleaner and  
protectant. It leaves leather soft and smooth,  
and reduces friction between leather and  
other finishes in the vehicle.  
Cleaning the interior  
CAUTION  
Only use cleaning agents and car care prod-  
ucts recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly  
and follow the instructions included with the  
car care product.  
Volvo does not recommend the use of  
long-life or durable paint protection coat-  
ings, some of which may claim to prevent  
pitting, fading, oxidation, etc. These coat-  
ings have not been tested by Volvo for  
compatibility with your vehicle's clear coat.  
Some of them may cause the clear coat to  
soften, crack, or cloud. Damage caused by  
application of paint protection coatings  
may not be covered under your vehicle's  
paint warranty.  
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Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and  
conditioning your vehicle's leather two to four  
times a year. Ask your Volvo retailer about  
Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather Soft-  
ener 943 7429.  
Cleaning the interior  
Upholstery care  
Fabric  
Clean with soapy water or a detergent. For  
more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream,  
shoe polish, grease, etc., use a clothing/  
fabric stain remover. Consult your Volvo  
retailer.  
Cleaning leather upholstery  
1. Pour leather cleaner on a damp sponge  
and squeeze it until the cleaner foams.  
Related information  
Washing the car (p. 361)  
2. Apply the foam to the stain by moving the  
sponge with circular movements.  
AlcanteraTM suede-like material  
Suede-like upholstery can be cleaned with a  
soft cloth and mild soap solution.  
3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with the  
sponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain,  
do not rub.  
Leather care  
Volvo's leather upholstery is manufactured  
with a protectant to repel soiling. Over time,  
sunlight, grease and dirt can break down the  
protection. Staining, cracking, scuffing, and  
fading can result.  
4. Dry the stain with soft paper towels or a  
towel, and allow the leather to dry com-  
pletely.  
Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greasy  
leather care kit formulated to clean and beau-  
tify your vehicle's leather, and to renew the  
protective qualities of its finish. The cleaner  
removes dirt and oil buildup. The light cream  
protectant restores a barrier against soil and  
sunlight.  
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Protecting leather upholstery  
1. Put a small amount of protectant cream  
on a cloth and apply a thin coating of  
cream to the upholstery with light circular  
movements.  
Cleaning a leather-covered steering  
wheel  
CAUTION  
Sharp objects, such as rings, could dam-  
age the leather on the steering wheel.  
Remove soil, dust, etc., with a damp  
sponge and a neutral soap solution.  
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Leather should be allowed to breath.  
Never cover the steering wheel with a  
plastic protector.  
Cleaning the seat belts  
Clean only with lukewarm water and a mild  
soap solution.  
2. Allow the leather to dry for 20 minutes.  
This will help the leather resist staining and  
protect against sunlight's harmful UV rays.  
Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting  
and conditioning the steering wheel with  
Volvo's Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and  
Leather Softener 943 7429.  
Cleaning floor mats  
The floor mats should be vacuumed or  
brushed clean regularly, especially during  
winter when they should be taken out for dry-  
ing. Spots on textile mats can be removed  
with a mild detergent. For best protection in  
winter, Volvo recommends the use of Volvo  
rubber floor mats. Consult your Volvo retailer.  
CAUTION  
Under no circumstances should gaso-  
If there are stains on the steering wheel:  
line, naphtha or similar cleaning agents  
be used on the plastic or the leather  
since these can cause damage.  
Type 1 (ink, wine, coffee, milk, sweat or  
blood)  
Use a soft cloth or sponge. Wipe the  
wheel with a solution with 5% ammonia.  
For blood stains, mix approx. 1 cup (2 dl)  
of water and one ounce (25g) of salt and  
wipe the stain.  
Take extra care when removing stains  
such as ink or lipstick since the color-  
ing can spread.  
Spots on interior plastic, metal, or wood  
surfaces  
Cleaning interior plastic components should  
be done with a cleaning agent specially  
designed for this purpose. Consult your Volvo  
retailer.  
Use solvents sparingly. Too much sol-  
vent can damage the seat padding.  
Type 2 (fat, oil, sauces, or chocolate)  
Start from the outside of the stain and  
work toward the center.  
1. Same procedure as for type I stains.  
Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a  
pocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothing  
may damage the textile upholstery.  
2. Finish by rubbing the wheel with absorb-  
ent paper or a towel.  
Type 3 (dry soil or dust)  
Clothing that is not colorfast, such as  
new jeans or suede garments, may  
stain the upholstery.  
1. Remove the soil/dust with a soft brush.  
2. Same procedure as for type I stains.  
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Touching up paintwork  
CAUTION  
Paint damage requires immediate attention to  
avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the fin-  
ish regularly, for instance washing the vehicle.  
Touch-up if necessary.  
Do not use cleaning agents with high  
alcohol content such as washer fluid  
to clean instrument panel glass.  
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Never spray cleaning agents or water  
directly onto components with electri-  
cal buttons or controls. Clean compo-  
nents of this type by applying the  
cleaning agent/water sparingly to a  
cloth and wiping the components so  
that no liquid penetrates into these  
components.  
Paint repairs require special equipment and  
skill. Contact your Volvo retailer for any  
extensive damage.  
Minor scratches can be repaired by using  
Volvo touch-up paint.  
Color code  
Sample color code: Canadian models  
Make sure you have the right color. See Label  
information (p. 368) for the location of this  
label (label number 4 in the illustration).  
Related information  
Washing the car (p. 361)  
Minor stone chips and scratches  
Material:  
Primer – can  
Paint – touch-up pen  
Brush  
Masking tape  
If the stone chip has not gone down to the  
bare metal and an undamaged color coat  
remains, you can add paint immediately after  
removing dirt.  
Sample color code: US models  
NOTE  
When touching up the vehicle, it should be  
clean and dry. The surface temperature  
should be above 60 °F (15 °C).  
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Repairing stone chips  
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1. Place a strip of masking tape over the  
damaged surface. Pull the tape off so that  
any loose flakes of paint adhere to it.  
2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it  
with a small brush.  
3. When the primer surface is dry, the paint  
can be applied using a brush. Mix the  
paint thoroughly; apply several thin paint  
coats and let dry after each application.  
4. If there is a longer scratch, you may want  
to protect surrounding paint by masking it  
off  
5. After a few days, polish the touched-up  
areas. Use a soft rag and a small amount  
of polish.  
Related information  
Label information (p. 368)  
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