Volvo C70 (2013 year). Instruction - part 12

09 Maintenance and servicing

Maintaining your car

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Owner maintenance

Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-
vals are described in your vehicle's Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.

The following points can be carried out
between the normally scheduled maintenance
services.

Each time the car is refueled:

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Check the engine oil level.

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Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and taillights.

Monthly:

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Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.

•

Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.

•

Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.

•

Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.

•

Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose ter-
minal connector, or a battery near the end
of its useful service life. Consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician for
additional information.

As needed:

•

Wash the car, including the undercarriage,
to reduce wear that can be caused by a
buildup of dirt, and corrosion that can be
caused by salt residues.

•

Clean leaves and twigs from air intake
vents at the base of the windshield, and
from other places where they may collect.

NOTE

Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase
or subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.

Hoisting the vehicle

If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the
two jack attachments points should be used.
They are specially reinforced to bear the weight
of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed
under the front of the engine support frame.
Take care not to damage the splash guard
under the engine. Ensure that the jack is posi-
tioned so that the vehicle cannot slide off it.
Always use axle stands or similar structures.

If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the
front and rear lift arm pads should be centered
under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard
edge of the sill rail (see illustration).

Emission inspection readiness

What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?

OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized
engine management system. It stores diagnos-
tic information about your vehicle's emission
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 temporary. OBD II will
store a message about any fault.

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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.

How Can My Vehicle Fail OBD II Emission
Inspection?

Your vehicle can fail OBD II emission inspec-
tion for any of the following reasons.

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If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit, your
vehicle may fail inspection.

•

If your vehicle's Check Engine light was 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.

•

If you had recent service that required dis-
connecting the battery, OBD II diagnostic
information may be incomplete and "not
ready" for inspection. A vehicle that is not
ready may fail inspection.

How Can I Prepare for My Next OBD II
Emission Inspection?

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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.

•

If you recently had service for a lit Check
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. A
half-hour trip of mixed stop-and-go/high-
way driving is typically needed to allow
OBD II to reach readiness. Your Volvo
retailer can provide you with more infor-
mation on planning a trip.

•

Maintain your vehicle in accordance with
your vehicle's maintenance schedule.

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Hood

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Opening the hood

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To open the hood:

Pull the lever located under the left side of
the dash to release the hood lock.

Lift the hood slightly.

Press up the release control located under
the front edge of the hood (at the center)
up to the right, and lift the hood.

WARNING

Check that the hood locks engage properly
when closed.

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Engine compartment

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Cooling system expansion tank

Power steering fluid reservoir (concealed
behind the headlight)

Dipstick – engine oil

Washer fluid reservoir

Engine oil filler cap

Brake fluid reservoir

Battery

Relay/fuse box

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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Engine oil

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Changing engine oil and oil filter

See page 277 for oil specifications. Refer to
the Warranty and Service Records Information
booklet for information on the oil change inter-
vals.

NOTE

•

Volvo does not recommend the use of
oil additives.

•

Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance
intervals except at owner request and at
additional charge. Please consult a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.

Checking and adding oil

The oil level should be checked at regular inter-
vals, particularly during the period up to the
first scheduled maintenance service.

•

The car should be parked on a level surface
when the oil is checked.

•

If the engine is warm, wait for at least
10–15 minutes after the engine has been
switched off before checking the oil.

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Location of dipstick and oil filler cap

Volvo recommends Castrol oil products

Checking the oil

Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-
free rag.

Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check
the oil level.

Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to
the MIN mark, add approximately
0.5 US quarts (0.5 liters) of oil.

Recheck the level and add more oil if nec-
essary until the level is near the MAX mark.

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Engine oil

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CAUTION

•

Not checking the oil level regularly can
result in serious engine damage if the oil
level becomes too low.

•

Oil that is lower than the specified qual-
ity can damage the engine.

•

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 consump-
tion.

•

Oil changes should be carried out by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.

WARNING

Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into
contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces

NOTE

Volvo uses different systems to indicate a
low oil level or pressure. Some models have
an oil pressure sensor, in which case a
warning symbol (see page 58) is used to
indicate low oil pressure. Other models have
an oil level sensor, in which case the driver
is alerted by the warning symbol in the cen-
ter of the instrument panel and a text in the
information display. Some models use both
systems. Contact an authorized Volvo
retailer for more information.

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Fluids

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Washer fluid

Washer fluid reservoir

The washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment and holds approximately
4.2 US qts (4 liters). During cold weather, the
reservoir should be filled with windshield
washer solvent containing antifreeze.

Coolant

Coolant reservoir

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.

CAUTION

•

If necessary, top up the cooling system
with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze
only (a 50/50 mix of water and anti-
freeze).

•

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!

•

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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Fluids

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WARNING

•

Never remove the expansion tank cap
while the engine is warm. Wait until the
engine cools.

•

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.

Brake fluid

Brake fluid reservoir

The brake fluid should always be between the
MIN and MAX marks on the side of the reser-
voir. Check, without removing the cap, that
there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.

Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F
(>280 °C), P/N 9437433

Replace: The fluid should be replaced accord-
ing to the intervals specified in the Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
When driving under extremely hard conditions
(mountain driving, etc), it may be necessary to
replace the fluid more often. Consult your
Volvo retailer. Always entrust brake fluid
changing to a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician.

WARNING

•

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.

•

Dot 4+ should never be mixed with any
other type of brake fluid.

Power steering fluid

The fluid level is checked at each service inter-
val.

Fluid type: Volvo power steering fluid or equiv-
alent.

Replace: No fluid change required.

WARNING

If a problem should occur in the power
steering system or if the vehicle has no elec-
trical 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.

09 Maintenance and servicing

Wiper blades

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Replacing windshield wiper blades

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Fold out the wiper arm.

Press the button on the wiper blade attach-
ment and pull straight out (1), parallel with
the wiper arm.

Press a new wiper blade (2) until it clicks
into place.

Ensure the blade is securely attached (3).

Fold in the wiper arm.

The wiper blades are different lengths. The
blade on the driver's side is longer than the one
on the passenger's side.

Keeping the windshield wiper blades clean
helps improve visibility and prolongs the serv-

ice life of the wiper blades. See page 206 for
washing instructions.

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Battery

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Battery maintenance

Driving habits and conditions, climate, the
number of starts, etc., all affect the service life
and function of the battery. In order for your
battery to perform satisfactorily, keep the fol-
lowing in mind:

Check the fluid level in each cell in the battery
every 24 months or every 15,000

miles

(24,000 km), whichever is sooner.

•

Use a screw driver to open the caps or
cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.

•

If necessary, add distilled water. The level
should never be above the indicator.

•

The fluid level should be checked if the
battery has been recharged.

•

After inspection, be sure the cap over each
battery cell or the cover is securely in
place.

•

Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and properly tightened.

•

Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running, or when the key is in the
ignition. This could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.

•

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 condition,
the vehicle should be driven for at least 15
minutes a week or connected to a charger
with an automatic charging function.

•

If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
Keeping the battery fully charged helps
prolong its service life.

•

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.

•

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 distances.

•

WARNING

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!

Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.

Battery symbols

Wear protection goggles

See owner’s manual for
details

Keep away from children

Corrosive

More frequently in warm climates.

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Battery

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No smoking, no open
flames, no sparks

Explosion

Recycle properly

Battery replacement

Removing the battery

Switch off the ignition and remove the key.

Wait at least 5 minutes after switching off
the ignition before disconnecting the bat-
tery so that all information in the vehicle's
electrical system can be stored in the con-
trol modules.

Remove the cover over the battery.

Disconnect the battery negative (ground)
cable.

Disconnect the positive cable.

Remove the front side of the battery box
with a screwdriver.

Release the clamp holding the battery.

Lift out the battery.

Installing a new battery

Put the battery in place in the engine com-
partment.

Install the battery's retaining clamp.

Reinstall the front side of the battery box.

Connect the positive cable.

Connect the ground cable.

Reinstall the cover over the battery.

NOTE

Used batteries should be properly disposed
of at a recycling station or similar facility, or
taken to your Volvo retailer.

WARNING

•

Never expose the battery to open flame
or electric spark.

•

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 con-
tact occurs, flush the affected area
immediately with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.

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Replacing bulbs

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Introduction

Before replacing bulbs in your vehicle, please
keep the following points in mind:

NOTE

Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fin-
gers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit
on the reflector, which will damage it.

The optional Active Bending Light bulbs
contain trace amounts of mercury. These
bulbs should always be disposed of by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian.

Certain bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:

•

Courtesy lighting

•

Reading lights

•

Glove compartment lights

•

Turn signals and courtesy lights in the
side door mirrors

•

High-mounted brake lights

•

Active Bending Lights, Brake lights

See page 232 for a list of bulb specifications.

Removing the headlight housing

WARNING

•

The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.

•

If the engine has been running just prior
to replacing bulbs in the headlight hous-
ing, please keep in mind that compo-
nents in the engine compartment will be
hot.

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 service technician.

The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing the high/low beam, parking
light, turn signal, and side marker bulbs. To lift
out the housing:

Remove the key from the ignition and turn

the headlight switch to position

Open the hood.

Pull up the headlight housing's retaining
pin.

Pull out the headlight housing.

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Disconnect the wiring connector by press-
ing down the clip with your thumb while at
the same time pulling the connector with
your other hand.

Lift out the headlight housing and place it
on a soft surface to avoid scratching the
lens.

CAUTION

When disconnecting the connector, pull on
the connector itself and not on the wiring.

After the defective bulb has been replaced,
reinsert the housing in the reverse order. Check
that the retaining pin is correctly inserted.

Low beam bulb

Cover with retaining clamps

Open the hood and remove the headlight
housing (see page 226 for instructions).

Release the retaining clamps on the cover
and remove it.

Release the bulb's retaining spring holding
the bulb in place by pressing it first to the
left to release it and then moving it outward
and downward.

Pull out the bulb.

Low beam bulb

Installing a new bulb

Insert the new bulb. It can only be installed
in one position.

Press the retaining spring inward and
upward and slightly to the right until it
snaps into place.

Press the wiring connector onto the bulb.

Put the plastic cover in place.

Press the retaining clamps back into place.

Reinstall the headlight housing (see
page 226).

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

High beam bulb

Halogen high beam bulb

Open the hood.

Remove the headlight housing (see
page 226).

NOTE

The halogen high beam bulb has a different
socket on vehicles equipped with the
optional Active Bending Lights. On these
models, pull the bulb straight out.

WARNING

Active Bending Lights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, the Active
Bending Light bulbs should only be
replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician.

Driver's side headlight: Turn the bulb
holder counterclockwise.

Passenger's side headlight: Turn the bulb
holder clockwise.

Pull out the bulb holder and replace the
bulb.

Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be
installed in one position.

Reinstall the headlight housing (see
page 226).

Parking light bulb

Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise,
pull it out and replace the bulb.

Press the bulb holder back into place. It
can only be installed in one position.

NOTE

Vehicles equipped with the optional Active
Bending Lights (headlights) have LED park-
ing lights that cannot be replaced.

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Replacing bulbs

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Turn signal

Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and
remove it.

Remove the bulb from the holder by press-
ing it in and twisting it counterclockwise.

Insert a new bulb and reinstall the bulb
holder in the headlight housing.

Side marker light

Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise,
pull it out, and replace the bulb.

Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be
installed in one position.

Front fog lights*

Switch off all lights and turn the key to
position 0.

Using a screwdriver or other suitable tool,
pry out the fog light cover and pull it
straight out as shown in the illustration.

> (Release the clips (1) and then pull

straight out (2).)

Unscrew the lamp housing's retaining
screw and remove the housing.

Disconnect the connector from the bulb.

Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it
out.

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Press a new bulb into place and turn it
clockwise.

Reinsert the bulb holder. The mark TOP
should be upward.

Secure the fog light housing with the
retaining screw and press the panel back
into place.

Removing the taillight bulb holder

All bulbs in the taillight cluster can be replaced
from the trunk. To access the bulb holders:

Switch off all lights and turn the key to
position 0.

Remove the covers in the left/right panels
to access the bulb holders.

Disconnect the wiring connector from the
affected bulb holder.

Press the catches together and pull out the
bulb holder.

Replace the defective bulb.

Press the bulb holder into place and rein-
stall the cover.

Location of taillight bulbs

Location of taillight bulbs

Taillight/parking light/fog light

Turn signal

Back-up light

NOTE

If the message indicating a burned out bulb
remains in the information display after the
bulb has been replaced, consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.

High-level brake light

These bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.

License plate lighting

Switch off all lights and turn the key to
position 0.

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