Volvo V60 Twin Engine (2018 year). Instruction - part 16

 

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Diesel engine

Electric motor

The electric motor drives the car mostly at low
speeds, the internal combustion engine at higher
speeds, as well as during more active driving.

Both the internal combustion engine and electric
motor can generate motive force directly to the
wheels. The internal combustion engine can also
charge the electric motor's hybrid battery using a
special high-voltage generator.

Related information

Drive system - drive modes (p. 270)

Energy flow (p. 273)

Drive system - symbols and messages
(p. 274)

Drive system - drive modes

Both of the car's drive systems are used either
individually or in parallel. The driver can select
between different drive modes while driving.
Regardless of selected drive mode, the control
system checks that the combination of driveabil-
ity, driving experience, environmental impact and
fuel economy is always optimal in relation to the
selected drive mode.

If a drive mode cannot be activated then the rea-
son is explained with a text message in the com-
bined instrument panel.

NOTE

The drive cannot set the "wrong" drive mode
- if any parameter is not met in a specific sit-
uation, the system will automatically choose
another, more appropriate drive mode.

Controls for drive modes.

WARNING

Do not leave the car in an unventilated area

with activated drive mode and the fuel-driven

engine switched off - automatic engine start

occurs at low energy level in the hybrid bat-

tery, and the exhaust gases could then cause

serious injury to people and animals.

 – HYBRID

This option is the car's preset
start mode. The control system
uses both the electric motor
and fuel-driven engine - individ-
ually or in parallel - and calcu-
lates the optimal use with
regard to performance, fuel

consumption and comfort.

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The capacity to run solely with the electric motor
in the HYBRID drive mode depends on the hybrid
battery's energy level and, for example, the
requirement for heating/cooling in the passenger
compartment. At high level the capacity for solely
driving with electric operation is same as in
PURE mode, i.e. the car is easy to drive as an
electric car (high electrical power output availa-
ble).

At low energy level (hybrid battery is almost
empty) the battery's energy level must also be
maintained at the same time, leading to the inter-
nal combustion engine starting more often.

To restore the function to run solely on electricity
in HYBRID mode:

Charge the hybrid battery from a 230 VAC
socket with the charging cable (see Charg-
ing current (p. 301)) or use the SAVE func-
tion.

 – PURE

This option focuses on electric
operation as well as low energy
consumption, and helps the
driver to maximise driving on
the hybrid battery.

Since the mileage in electric operation is con-
nected to the car's total energy consumption,
deductions are made for functions that limit mile-
age, e.g. climate and dynamic performance. To
obtain the maximum possible mileage the air
conditioning (p. 134) is therefore switched off -
however, it can be activated with the AC button if
necessary.

NOTE

In the event of misting, press AC, AUTO or
the defroster button.

Please note

This drive mode can only be selected when the
hybrid battery has a sufficiently high energy level.

The internal combustion engine may start auto-
matically in certain cases, despite the PURE drive
mode being selected, for example:

if the speed exceeds 125 km/h (78 mph)

if the driver requests more motive force than
electric drive can provide

if the hybrid battery's energy level is too low
and it must be charged

in the event if system/component limitations,
e.g. low outside temperature, see Energy flow
(p. 273).

Please note

The internal combustion engine may even
start when there is a high energy level in the
hybrid battery, such as to raise/lower the
temperature in the passenger compartment.

 – POWER

This option sets the car in the
best response and perform-
ance mode, by means of both
the electric motor and fuel-
driven engine being activated
the whole time. The car has
sportier characteristics and

faster response to accelerating.

During active driving, the use of a lower gear is
prioritised, leading to a delayed upshift.

Please note

The internal combustion engine runs contin-
uously.

The car is driven by both the front and rear
wheels.

This drive mode results involves increased
fuel consumption.

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 – AWD

The mode activates all-wheel
drive, which improves the car's
grip and traction. The mode is
primarily designed for low
speed on slippery road surfa-
ces, but all-wheel drive also has
a stabilising effect at higher

speeds.

Please note

The internal combustion engine runs contin-
uously.

This drive mode results involves increased
fuel consumption.

 – SAVE

This function starts charging
the hybrid battery and ensures
that its energy level does not
fall below a capacity equivalent
to approx. 20 km driving with
electric operation. The idea is
to be able to save this energy

for later when electric operation is more suitable,
e.g. for urban driving.

If the hybrid battery's energy level is low when
pressing the SAVE button then the internal com-
bustion engine will first charge it to a capacity
equivalent to approx. 20 km driving with electric
operation.

Driving with the electric motor saves more fuel at
low speeds than at higher speeds. Therefore,
select SAVE primarily when the hybrid battery's
energy level is high and a planned journey shall
start with a longer distance at higher speeds (e.g.
on motorways) and end with a distance at low
speeds when electric operation is required.

Pressing the SAVE button when the hybrid bat-
tery's energy level is equivalent to more than
approx. 20 km driving with electric operation will
maintain the hybrid battery's current energy level.

Regardless of selected drive mode, charging of
the hybrid battery is activated temporarily in the
background - similar to the SAVE function - then
an automatic DPF (p. 298) regeneration is per-
formed.

Please note

This drive mode results involves increased
fuel consumption.

After the internal combustion engine has
charged the hybrid battery to the SAVE level,
the control system will stop/start the internal
combustion engine in the same way as at
low energy level in HYBRID mode.

Drive modes in MY CAR

The car's menu system (p. 115) contains brief
descriptions about the car's different drive
modes.

1. Go to 

MY CAR

HYBRID

Driving

modes

.

2. There, select between 

PURE

HYBRID

,

POWER

AWD

 and 

SAVE

 and confirm with

OK.

Start/Stop function

The control system determines when the internal
combustion engine can be stopped and be
switched off as well as for how long. This is
equivalent to the Start/Stop function in conven-
tional cars with fuel-driven engines.

Trip statistics

The car stores the statistics (p. 121) of con-
sumed electricity/fuel in relation to mileage trav-
elled.

Apart from via the trip computer, the trip statistics
can also be accessed via the MY CAR menu sys-
tem:

Go to 

MY CAR

Trip statistics

 and con-

firm with OK.

Related information

Drive systems (p. 269)

Drive system - symbols and messages
(p. 274)

Energy flow (p. 273)

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Energy flow

The centre console's screen can graphically dis-
play whether the engine or motor is driving the
car and how the energy is flowing - it shows, for
example, whether the hybrid battery is charging
or providing energy to the electric motor.

The function to display the energy flow is acti-
vated in the menu system MY CAR:

Search for 

HYBRID

Power flow

 and con-

firm with OK.

Related information

Drive systems (p. 269)

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Drive system - symbols and

messages

In some situations the drive system can display a
message in the combined instrument panel - fol-
low the recommendation given if appropriate.

This symbol illuminates in combination
with a text message and an acoustic
warning signal if an unbelted driver
opens the driver's door with the inter-

nal combustion engine or electric motor running.

The same thing happens if an unbelted driver
starts the engine with the driver's door open.

Here are some examples of messages, their
meaning and suggestions for action:

Message

Specification

Action

PURE not available due to low hybrid sys-
tem temperature

One or more components in the drive system have not
reached the correct operating temperature.

Drive in HYBRID mode until the message
changes to 

PURE available

 - then press the

PURE button.

PURE not available due to temporary
hybrid system limitations

Temporary system limitation, e.g. operating temperature
not correct.

Drive in HYBRID mode until the message
changes to 

PURE available

 - then press the

PURE button.

PURE not available due to low battery
charge

The hybrid battery's energy level is too low.

Drive in SAVE mode until the message changes
to 

PURE available

 or charge the battery with a

charging cable and 230 VAC - then press the
PURE button.

PURE not available when gear lever in
manual position

The gear selector is in manual "+/-" position.

Move the gear selector to the side, to automatic
mode and then press the PURE button.

PURE available

The PURE mode is available again after the previous
limitation.

POWER not available due to temporary
hybrid system limitations

Temporary system limitation, e.g. operating temperature
not correct.

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Message

Specification

Action

SAVE not available due to temporary
hybrid system limitations

Temporary system limitation, e.g. operating temperature
not correct.

AWD not available due to temporary
hybrid system limitations

Temporary system limitation, e.g. operating temperature
not correct.

Related information

Drive systems (p. 269)

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Gearboxes

An V60 Twin Engine is driven and operated in
the same way as a car with a conventional inter-
nal combustion engine and automatic gearbox.

With the gear selector in manual gear position
(+/-) the internal combustion engine is perma-
nently in operation. The driver must then change
manually and the car engine brakes when the
accelerator pedal is released, see Automatic
gearbox - Geartronic (p. 277).

IMPORTANT

To prevent damage to any drive system com-
ponents, the working temperature of the
gearbox is checked. If there is a risk of over-
heating, a warning symbol is illuminated in the
combined instrument panel in conjunction
with a text message being shown. Follow the
recommendation given in the text message.

Related information

Automatic gearbox - Geartronic (p. 277)

Gear shift indicator*

The gear shift indicator notifies the driver when it
is appropriate to engage the next higher or lower
gear.

An essential detail in connection with environ-
mental driving is to drive in the right gear and to
change gear in good time.

An indicator is available as an aid on certain vari-
ants - GSI (Gear Shift Indicator) - which notifies
the driver when it is appropriate to engage the
next higher or lower gear in order to obtain the
lowest possible fuel consumption.

However, taking into consideration characteristics
such as performance and vibration-free running,
it may be advantageous to change gear at a
higher engine speed. The framed number indi-
cates the current gear.

Automatic gearbox

Combined instrument panel "Digital" with gear
shift indicator.

The framed number indicates the current gear.

Related information

Automatic gearbox - Geartronic (p. 277)

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Automatic gearbox - Geartronic

The Geartronic gearbox has two different gear
modes - Automatic and Manual.

D: Automatic gear positions. +/–: Manual gear positions.
S: Sport mode

*

4

.

Combined instrument panel (p. 68) shows the
position of the gear selector using the following
indications: 

P

R

N

D

S

*, 

1

2

3

 etc.

Gear positions

Automatic gear positions are
indicated on the right of the
combined instrument panel.
(Only one marker is illuminated
at a time - the one showing the
current gear selector position.)

Parking position - P

Select P position when starting the engine or
when the car is parked.

In order to be able to move the gear selector
from the P position, the brake pedal must be
depressed and key position must be II, see Key
positions - functions at different levels (p. 83).

NOTE

When starting the engine there is an auto-
matic function check of the brake system
when the driver depresses the brake pedal to
take the gear selector from the P-position.
During the function check the pedal travel is
slightly longer than during normal braking.

The gearbox is mechanically blocked when the P
position is engaged. Also apply the parking brake
(p. 285) when the car is parked.

NOTE

The gear selector must be in P position to
allow the car to be locked and alarmed.

IMPORTANT

The car must be stationary when position P is
selected.

WARNING

Always apply the parking brake when parking

on a slope - the automatic transmission's P

position is not sufficient to hold the car in all

situation.

Reverse position - R

The car must be stationary when R position is
selected.

Neutral position - N

No gear is engaged and the engine can be
started. Apply the parking brake if the car is sta-
tionary with the gear selector in N position.

In order to be able to move the gear selector
from N to another gear position, the brake pedal
must be depressed and key position must be II,
see Key positions - functions at different levels
(p. 83).

Drive position - D

D is the normal driving position. Shifting up and
down takes place automatically based on the
level of acceleration and speed. The car must be
stationary when the gear selector is moved to D
position from R position.

4

Not possible with the V60 Twin Engine.

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Geartronic – Manual gear positions
(+S-)

With the gear selector in manual gear position
"+S-" the internal combustion engine is perma-
nently in operation. The driver must then change
manually and the car engine brakes when the
accelerator pedal is released.

The manual gear position is reached by
moving the lever to the side from posi-
tion D to the end position at "+S-". The
combined instrument panel's symbol

"+S-" changes colour from WHITE to ORANGE
and the digits 

1

2

3

 etc. are shown in a box, cor-

responding to the gear selected at the time.

Move the lever forwards towards "+" (plus) to
change up a gear and release the lever,
which returns to its rest position between +
and –.

or

Pull the lever back towards "–" (minus) to
change down a gear and release it.

The manual gearshift mode "+S–" can be
selected at any time while driving.

Geartronic automatically shifts down if the driver
allows the speed to decrease lower than a level
suitable for the selected gear, in order to avoid
jerking and stalling.

To return to automatic driving mode:

Move the lever to the side to the end position
at D.

Geartronic - Winter mode

It can be easier to pull away on slippery roads if
3rd gear is engaged manually.

1. Depress the brake pedal and move the gear

selector from D position to the end position
at "+S–" - the combined instrument panel
changes indication from 

D

 to the figure 

1

.

2. Scroll up to gear 3 by pushing the lever for-

ward towards "+" (plus) twice - the display
shifts the indication from 

1

 to 

3

.

3. Release the brake and accelerate carefully.
The gearbox "winter mode" means that the car
moves off with a lower engine speed and
reduced engine power on the drive wheels.

Kick-down

When the accelerator pedal is pressed all the
way to the floor (beyond the position normally
regarded as full acceleration) a lower gear is
immediately engaged. This is known as kick-
down.

If the accelerator is released from the kick-down
position, the gearbox automatically changes up.

Kick-down is used when maximum acceleration
is needed, such as for overtaking.

Safety function

To prevent over-revving the engine, the transmis-
sion's control program has a protective downshift
inhibitor, which prevents the kick-down function.

Geartronic does not permit downshifting/kick-
down which would result in an engine speed high
enough to damage the engine. Nothing happens
if the driver still tries to shift down in this way at
high engine speed – the original gear remains
engaged.

When kick-down is activated the car can change
one or more gears at a time depending on
engine speed. The car changes up when the
engine reaches its maximum speed in order to
prevent damage to the engine.

Towing

If the car has to be towed - see important infor-
mation in the section Towing (p. 319).

Related information

Transmission fluid - grade and volume
(p. 419)

Gearboxes (p. 276)

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Gear selector inhibitor

There are two different types of gear selector
inhibitor - mechanical and automatic.

Mechanical gear selector inhibitor

G021351

M: Manual shifting

5

 - "+/-" or "Sport mode"

6

.

The gear selector can be moved forward and
back freely between N and D. Other positions are
locked with a latch that is released with the inhib-
itor button on the gear selector.

With the inhibitor button depressed the lever can
be moved forwards or backwards between P, R,
N and D.

Automatic gear selector inhibitor

The automatic gearbox has special safety sys-
tems:

Parking position (P)

Stationary car with engine running:

Keep your foot on the brake pedal when
moving the gear selector to another position.

Electric gear inhibitor – Shiftlock Parking
position (P)

In order to be able to move the gear selector
from P to other gear positions, the brake pedal
must be depressed and the key position (p. 83)
must be II.

Shiftlock – Neutral (N)

If the gear selector is in N position and the car
has been stationary for at least 3 seconds (irre-
spective of whether the engine is running) then
the gear selector is locked.

In order to be able to move the gear selector
from the N position to another gear position, the
brake pedal must be depressed and the key posi-
tion (p. 83) must be 
II.

Deactivate automatic gear selector
inhibitor

If the car cannot be driven, e.g. due to a flat
starter battery, the gear selector must be moved
from the P position so that the car can be moved.

Lift the rubber mat in the compartment
behind the centre console and locate a hole

7

for the key blade (p. 169) in the bottom of
the compartment.

Search for a spring-loaded button down in
the hole with the key blade; depress the but-
ton with the blade and hold.

Move the gear selector from the P position
and pull up the key blade.

4. Set the rubber mat back in place.

5

The illustration is schematic.

6

Not for V60 Twin Engine.

7

There may be 2 holes - one for the key blade and one that fixes the rubber mat.

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Related information

Automatic gearbox - Geartronic (p. 277)

Hill start assist (HSA)*

The foot brake can be released before setting
off or reversing uphill - the HSA (Hill Start
Assist) function means that the car does not roll
backwards.

The function means that the pedal pressure in
the brake system remains for several seconds
while the driver's foot is moved from brake pedal
to accelerator pedal.

The temporary braking effect releases after sev-
eral seconds or when the driver accelerates.

Related information

Starting the engine (p. 266)

All-wheel drive - (AWD)

Optimal traction is achieved with all-wheel drive.

Use this button on the centre
console to activate all-wheel
drive (AWD – All Wheel Drive),
see Drive system - drive modes
(p. 270). The mode is primarily
intended for use at low speed
in slippery driving conditions.

All-wheel drive also has a stabilising effect at
higher speeds.

To achieve the best possible traction and prevent
wheel spin the motive force is distributed auto-
matically to the wheels with the best grip. Under
normal driving conditions, the majority of power is
transmitted to the front wheels.

Related information

Drive system - drive modes (p. 270)

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Foot brake

The foot brake is part of the brake system.

The car is equipped with two brake circuits for
safety reasons.

The driver's brake pedal pressure is assisted by a
brake servo.

WARNING

The brake servo doesn't operate until after

the engine has been started, see Starting the

engine (p. 266).

If the foot brake is used in a de-energised car
with the electric motor and internal combustion
engine switched off - e.g. if the car is being
towed - then pedal travel is slightly longer and a
higher pedal pressure must be used to brake the
car.

For cars with the Hill start assist (HSA)

* (p. 280)*

function, the pedal returns more slowly than
usual to normal position if the car is parked on a
gradient or on an uneven surface.

In very hilly terrain or when driving with a heavy
load the brakes can be relieved by using engine
braking. Engine braking is most efficiently used if
the same gear is used downhill as up.

For more general information on heavy loads on
the car, see Engine oil - adverse driving condi-
tions (p. 415).

Function check when the engine is
started

The car is equipped with a "brake by wire" brake
system. After each engine start, an automatic
function check is made of the brake system when
the driver depresses the brake pedal in order
move the gear selector out of the P position; see
Automatic gearbox - Geartronic (p. 277). In con-
nection with the function check, in some cases,
the information display may show a message and
a symbol, see examples in the table at the end of
this section.

NOTE

During the function check the pedal travel is
slightly longer than during normal braking.

Light braking - hybrid battery charging

The electric motor's engine brake is used during
light braking. The car's kinetic energy is then
converted to electrical energy instead, which is
used to charge the hybrid battery. Battery charg-
ing with engine braking is indicated in the com-
bined instrument panel (p. 69) with animation.

This function is active in the speed range
150-5 km/h (93-3 mph) - for harder braking, as
well as outside the speed range, the braking is
complemented by the hydraulic brake system.

Braking on wet roads

When driving for a long time in heavy rain without
braking, the braking effect may be delayed
slightly when next using the brakes. This may
also be the case after a car wash. It is then nec-
essary to depress the brake harder. For this rea-
son, maintain a greater distance to the traffic
ahead.

Brake the car firmly after driving on wet roads
and after a car wash. The brake discs are then
warmed up, dry more quickly and are protected
against corrosion. Take the prevailing traffic sit-
uation into account when braking.

Braking on salted roads

When driving on salted roads a layer of salt may
form on the brake discs and brake linings. This
may extend braking distance. For this reason,
keep an extra large safety distance to the vehicle
ahead. Also make sure of the following:

Brake occasionally to remove any layer of
salt. Make sure that other road users are not
put at risk by the braking.

Gently depress the brake pedal when driving
is finished and before the next journey starts.

Maintenance

To keep the car as safe and reliable as possible,
follow the Volvo service intervals as specified in
the Service and Warranty Booklet.

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New and replaced brake linings and brake discs
do not provide optimal braking effect until they
have been "worn in" a few hundred kilometres.
Compensate for the reduced braking effect by
depressing the brake pedal harder. Volvo recom-

mends only fitting brake linings that are approved
for your Volvo.

IMPORTANT

The wear on the brake system's components
must be checked regularly.

Contact a workshop for information about the
procedure or engage a workshop to carry out
the inspection - an authorised Volvo work-
shop is recommended.

Symbols and messages

Symbol

Message

Meaning/Action

Constant glow – Check the brake fluid level. If the level is low, fill with brake fluid and check for the cause of the
brake fluid loss.

Constant glow for 2 seconds when the engine is started - automatic function check.

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Symbol

Message

Meaning/Action

Fully depress the brake
pedal in order to leave
the P-position

Foot pressure on the brake pedal is too low.

Depress the pedal further.

Brake pedal characteris-
tics changed Service
required

May be shown in very cold weather or if the gear selector has been moved from the P position with the brake
pedal insufficiently depressed.

Switch off the engine by pressing the START/STOP ENGINE button - start the engine again and depress
the brake pedal.

If the error message remains: Contact a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

WARNING

If 

 and 

 illuminate at the same

time, there may be a fault in the brake system.
If the level in the brake fluid reservoir is nor-

mal at this stage, drive carefully to the nearest

workshop and have the brake system checked

- an authorised Volvo workshop is recom-

mended.
If the brake fluid is below the MIN level in the

brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further

before topping up the brake fluid.
The reason for the loss of brake fluid must be

investigated.

Related information

Parking brake (p. 285)

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and
automatic hazard warning flashers (p. 284)

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance
(p. 284)

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system
(p. 284)

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Foot brake - anti-lock braking

system

The anti-lock braking system, ABS (Anti-lock
Braking System), prevents the wheels from lock-
ing up during braking.

The function allows the steering ability to be
maintained, and it is easier to swerve to avoid a
hazard for example. Vibration may be felt in the
brake pedal when this is engaged and this is nor-
mal.

A short test of the ABS system is made automat-
ically after the engine has been started when the
driver releases the brake pedal. A further auto-
matic test of the ABS system may be made at
low speed. The test may be experienced as pul-
ses in the brake pedal.

Related information

Foot brake (p. 281)

Parking brake (p. 285)

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and
automatic hazard warning flashers (p. 284)

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance
(p. 284)

Foot brake - emergency brake lights

and automatic hazard warning

flashers

Emergency brake lights are activated to alert
vehicles behind about heavy braking. The func-
tion means that the brake light flashes instead of
- as in normal braking - shining with a constant
glow.

Emergency brake lights are activated at speeds
above 50 km/h (31 mph) in the event of heavy
braking. After the car's speed has been slowed
down to below 10 km/h (6 mph) the brake light
returns from flashing to the normal constant glow
- while at the same time the car's hazard warning
lights (p. 99) are activated. These flash until the
driver accelerates the car to a higher speed again
or switches off the hazard warning lights.

Related information

Foot brake (p. 281)

Parking brake (p. 285)

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance
(p. 284)

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system
(p. 284)

Foot brake - emergency brake

assistance

Emergency brake assistance EBA (Emergency
Brake Assist) helps to increase the braking force
and so reduce the braking distance.

EBA detects the driver's braking style and increa-
ses the braking force when necessary. The brake
force can be reinforced up to the level when the
ABS system is engaged. The EBA function is
interrupted when the pressure on the brake pedal
is reduced.

NOTE

When EBA is activated the brake pedal low-
ers slightly more than usual, depress (hold)
the brake pedal as long as necessary. If the
brake pedal is released then all braking
ceases.

Related information

Foot brake (p. 281)

Parking brake (p. 285)

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and
automatic hazard warning flashers (p. 284)

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system
(p. 284)

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Parking brake

The parking brake prevents the car from rolling
away from stationary by means of mechanically
locking/blocking two wheels.

Function

A faint electric motor noise can be heard when
the electrically-controlled parking brake is being
applied. The noise can also be heard during the
automatic function checking of the parking brake.

If the car is stationary when the parking brake is
applied then it only acts on the rear wheels. If it is
applied when the car is moving then the normal
foot brake is used, i.e. the brake acts on all four
wheels. Brake function changes over to the rear
wheels when the car is almost stationary.

Low battery voltage

If the battery voltage is too low then the parking
brake can neither be released nor applied. Con-
nect a donor battery if the battery voltage is too
low, see Jump starting with another battery
(p. 268).

Applying the parking brake

Parking brake control - apply.

1. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.

2. Press the parking brake control.

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 The combined instrument panel's

symbol starts flashing - once there is a
constant glow the parking brake is
applied.

3. Release the foot brake pedal and make sure

that the car is at a standstill position.

When parking the vehicle put the gear selector in
the P position.

Emergency brake

In an emergency the parking brake can be
applied when the vehicle is in motion by pressing

and holding the parking brake control. The brak-
ing procedure is stopped when the control is
released.

NOTE

An acoustic signal sounds while emergency
braking is active at high speeds.

Parking on a hill

If the car is parked facing uphill:

Turn the wheels away from the kerb.

If the car is parked facing downhill:

Turn the wheels towards the kerb.

WARNING

Always apply the parking brake when parking

on a slope - leaving the car in gear, or in P if it

has automatic transmission, is not sufficient

to hold the car in all situation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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