Volvo V60 Twin Engine (2018 year). Instruction - part 20

general information (p. 335)

Tyre pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)*

- general information

Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS) (Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System) warns the driver when the
pressure is too low in one or more of the car's
tyres.

System description

The TPMS system uses sensors located inside
the air valve in each wheel. When the car is
driven at approx. 30 km/h (20 mph) the system
detects the tyre pressure.

Both factory-fitted and optional wheels can be
equipped with TPMS sensors in the valves.

The system does not replace normal tyre mainte-
nance.

Messages

If the pressure is too low then an indicator sym-
bol

illuminates in the combined instrument

panel and one of the following messages is
shown:

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Tyre pressure low Check front right tyre

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Tyre pressure low Check front left tyre

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Tyre pressure low Check rear right tyre

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Tyre pressure low Check rear left tyre

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Tyre needs air now Check front right
tyre

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Tyre needs air now Check front left tyre

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Tyre needs air now Check rear right tyre

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Tyre needs air now Check rear left tyre

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Tyre pressure system Service required

If wheels without TPMS sensors are used or if a
sensor has failed then

Tyre pressure system

Service required

will be shown.

For information on the correct tyre pressure, see
Tyres - air pressure (p. 324).

Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)

If a fault occurs in the TPMS system the indi-
cator symbol

in the combined instrument

panel will flash for approx. 1 minute and then
illuminate with a constant glow. A message is
also shown in the combined instrument panel.

Related information

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* - adjust

(recalibration) (p. 336)

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rectifying low tyre pressure (p. 338)

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activate/deactivate (p. 337)

Standard in certain markets.

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Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)

* - recom-

mendations (p. 338)

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driveable punctured tyres

* (p. 339)

Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)*

adjust (recalibration)

TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) uses
a reference value on which the warning for low
tyre pressure is based.

Change the reference value by recalibrating the
system, such as for driving with a heavy load, for
example.

Always adjust the tyre pressure according to Vol-
vo's recommended tyre pressure values before
recalibration.

The car must be stationary when calibration is
started.

Settings are made using the centre console's
controls, see MY CAR (p. 115).

1. Inflate the tyres to the desired pressure in

accordance with the tyre pressure label on
the driver's side door pillar (between front
and rear doors).

2. Start the engine.

3. Open the menu system MY CAR.

4. Select the

Tyre pressure

menu.

5. Select

Calibrate tyre pressure

and press

OK.

6. Drive for at least 10 minutes at a speed of at

least 30 km/h (20 mph).
> Calibration is performed automatically fol-

lowing initialisation by the driver. The sys-
tem provides no confirmation when the
calibration is complete.

The new reference values apply until steps 1-6
are carried out again.

Related information

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Tyres - air pressure (p. 324)

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Standard in certain markets.

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Tyre pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)*

- tyre status

Using the tyre pressure monitoring system
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) it is
possible to check the tyre status in the centre
console's screen.

System and tyre status

The current status of the system and the tyres
can be checked, see MY CAR (p. 115).

1. Open the menu system MY CAR.

2. Select the

Tyre pressure

menu.

> Status for tyre pressures is shown with a

colour code.

The status is colour-coded for each tyre in
accordance with the following:

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All-green: the system is operating normally
and the tyre pressure in all tyres is slightly
above the recommended level.

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Yellow wheel: corresponding tyre's pressure
is too low.

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Red wheel: corresponding tyre's pressure is
very low.

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All wheels grey: the system is temporarily
unavailable. It may be necessary to drive the
car for a few minutes at a speed above
30 km/h (20 mph) before the system
becomes active again.

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All wheels grey and the message

Tyre

pressure system Service required

: an

error has occurred in the system. Contact a
Volvo dealer or workshop.

Related information

•

•

rectifying low tyre pressure (p. 338)

Tyre pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)*

- activate/deactivate

In certain markets it is possible to activate/deac-
tivate the tyre pressure monitoring system TPMS
(Tyre Pressure Monitoring System).

The car must be stationary when the tyre
pressure monitoring is activated/deactivated.

Settings are made using the centre console's
controls, see MY CAR (p. 115).

1. Start the engine.

2. Open the menu system MY CAR.

3. Select the

Tyre pressure

menu.

4. Select

Tyre monitoring

and press OK.

> An

is shown in the information display if

the system is activated, the option disap-
pears if the system is deactivated.

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Standard in certain markets.

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Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)*

- recommendations

Recommendations for the tyre pressure monitor-
ing system TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System).

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Volvo recommends that TPMS sensors are
fitted to all wheels on the car, including win-
ter wheels.

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Volvo recommends that sensors are not
moved between different wheels.

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The spare wheel is not equipped a with
TPMS sensor.

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If the spare wheel or a wheel without a
TPMS sensor is used, the error message

Tyre pressure system Service required

will be shown in the combined instrument
panel.

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Always check the system after changing a
wheel in order to ensure that replacement
wheels work with the system.

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If a wheel has been changed, or if the TPMS
sensor has been moved to another wheel
then the seal, nut and valve core must be
replaced.

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When TPMS sensors are installed, the car
should be switched off for at least 15

minutes otherwise an error message will be
shown in the combined instrument panel.

WARNING

When inflating a tyre equipped with TPMS,

hold the nozzle of the pump directly against

the valve to avoid damaging the valve.

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After a tyre has been inflated, always refit
the dust cap in order to avoid damage to
the valve from gravel, dirt, etc.

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Only use plastic dust caps. Metal dust
caps can rust and become difficult to
unscrew.

If you want to change the tyre dimension then
the TPMS system must be reconfigured. For
further information - contact a Volvo dealer.

Related information

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Tyre pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)*

- rectifying low tyre

pressure

When the tyre pressure monitoring system
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System) gives
a warning, the tyre pressure is too low in one or
more of the car's tyres.

If a tyre pressure message has been shown and
the TPMS indicator lamp has been illuminated:

1. Check the tyre pressure on the indicated

tyre/tyres with a tyre pressure gauge.

2. Inflate the tyre/tyres to the correct pressure

in accordance with the tyre pressure label on
the driver's side door pillar (between front
and rear doors).

3. In some cases it may be necessary to drive

the car for a few minutes at a speed above
30 km/h (20 mph) in order to clear the mes-
sage. At which point, the TPMS indicator
lamp is extinguished as well.

Standard in certain markets.

Only in certain markets.

Standard in certain markets.

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The TPMS system uses a so-called com-
pensated pressure value, based on both
tyre temperature and ambient tempera-
ture. This means that the tyre pressure
may differ slightly from the recommended
pressures listed on the tyre pressure
label on the driver's side door pillar
(between front and rear doors). For this
reason, it may be necessary to inflate the
tyres to a slightly higher pressure in order
to clear a low tyre pressure message.

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To avoid incorrect tyre pressure, the pres-
sure should be checked on cold tyres.
"Cold tyres" means the tyres are the
same temperature as the ambient tem-
perature (approx. 3 hours after the car
has been driven). After a few kilometres
of driving, the tyres warm up and the
pressure increases.

WARNING

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Incorrect tyre pressure may lead to tyre
failure, which could result in the driver
losing control of the car.

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The system cannot indicate sudden tyre
damage in advance.

Related information

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selected, the car is also equipped with TPMS
(p. 335).

Tyre pressure monitoring system

(TPMS)*

- driveable punctured

tyres*

If SST (Self Supporting run flat Tires)

* is

This type of tyre has a specially reinforced side
wall that makes continued driving possible to a
limited extent despite the tyre losing all or some
of its pressure. These tyres are fitted on a special
rim. (Normal tyres can also be fitted to this rim.)

If an SST tyre loses tyre pressure then the yellow
TPMS lamp in the combined instrument panel
illuminates and a message is shown in the infor-
mation display. If this occurs, reduce speed to
max. 80 km/h (50 mph). The tyre must be
changed as soon as possible.

Drive carefully, in some cases it can be difficult to
see which tyre is faulty. In order to establish
which tyre needs attention, check all four tyres.

WARNING

Only people with knowledge of SST tyres

should fit them.
SST tyres must only be fitted together with

TPMS.
After a message about low tyre pressure has

been shown, do not drive faster than 80 km/h

(50 mph).
Maximum mileage before tyre replacement is

80 km.
Avoid hard driving such as sudden braking or

turning.
SST tyres must be replaced if they are dam-

aged or punctured.

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Emergency puncture repair

The emergency puncture repair kit, Temporary
Mobility Kit (TMK), is used to seal a puncture
and check and adjust the tyre pressure
(p. 429).

The emergency puncture repair kit (p. 347) con-
sists of a compressor and a bottle of sealant. The
sealing works as a temporary repair. The sealing
fluid effectively seals tyres punctured in the tread.

The emergency puncture repair kit has limited
capacity to seal tyres which have punctures in the
wall. Do not seal tyres with the emergency punc-
ture repair kit if they have larger slits, cracks or
similar damage.

The emergency puncture repair kit is only
intended for sealing tyres with a puncture in
the tread.

Emergency puncture repair kit - location
(p. 346)

The compressor for temporary emergency
puncture repair has been tested and
approved by Volvo.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair - operation
(p. 348)

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Tools (p. 333)

Emergency puncture repair kit -

location

The emergency puncture repair kit, Temporary
Mobility Kit (TMK), is used to seal a puncture
and check and adjust the tyre pressure.

Location of the emergency puncture
repair kit

The puncture repair kit is behind the hatch on the
left-hand side of the cargo area.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair kit - location
(p. 346)

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Emergency puncture repair kit -

overview

Overview of the component parts of the emer-
gency puncture repair kit, Temporary Mobility Kit
(TMK).

The parts are stored under the floor in the cargo
area.

Label, maximum permitted speed

Switch

Electrical cable

Bottle holder (orange cap)

Protective cap

Pressure reducing valve

Air hose

Sealing fluid bottle

Pressure gauge

Sealing fluid bottle

Replace the sealing fluid bottle before the expira-
tion date has passed. Treat the old bottle as envi-
ronmentally hazardous waste.

The sealing fluid bottle must be replaced after
use. Volvo recommends that the replacement is
performed by an authorised Volvo workshop.

WARNING

The bottle with sealing fluid contains 1.2-

Ethanol and natural rubber-latex.
Harmful if ingested. Could result in allergic

reaction in the event of skin contact.
Avoid contact with the skin and eyes.
Store out of the reach of children.

WARNING

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In the event of skin contact with the seal-
ing fluid, it must be washed off immedi-
ately with soap and plenty of water.

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Sealing fluid that makes contact with an
eye must be rinsed away immediately with
eye wash fluid or with plenty of water. If
the discomfort persists then the eye
should be examined by a doctor.

Related information

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For information on the function of the parts, see Emer-

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Emergency puncture repair -

operation

Sealing a puncture with the emergency puncture
repair kit, Temporary Mobility Kit (TMK).

Emergency puncture repair

gency puncture repair kit - overview (p. 347).

1. Set up the warning triangle and activate the

hazard warning lights if a tyre is being sealed
in a trafficked location.

If the puncture was caused by a nail or simi-
lar, allow this to remain in the tyre. It helps to
seal the hole.

2. Detach the label for maximum permitted

speed (which is fitted on one side of the
compressor) and affix it to the steering
wheel. You should not drive faster than
80 km/h (50 mph) after the emergency tyre
repair kit has been used.

3. Check that the switch is in position 0 (Off),

and locate the electrical cable and the air
hose.

4. Unscrew the orange-coloured cap from the

compressor, and unscrew the cork from the
sealing fluid bottle.

Do not break the bottle's seal before use. The
seal is broken automatically when the bottle is
screwed in.

5. Screw in the bottle to the bottom of the bot-

tle holder.
> The bottle and the bottle holder are

equipped with a reverse catch to prevent
sealant leakage. When the bottle is
screwed in it cannot be unscrewed from
the bottle holder again. Bottle removal
must be performed at a workshop, Volvo
recommends an authorised Volvo work-
shop.

WARNING

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In the event of skin contact with the seal-
ing fluid, it must be washed off immediately
with soap and plenty of water.

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Sealing fluid that makes contact with an
eye must be rinsed away immediately with
eye wash fluid or with plenty of water. If the
discomfort persists then the eye should be
examined by a doctor.

WARNING

Do not unscrew the bottle, it is equipped with

a reverse catch to prevent leakage.

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6. Remove the valve cover

Take the torx wrench (which is fitted in the
foam block behind the panel on the left-hand
side of the cargo area).

Press the torx wrench into the hole.

Prize off the cover using the torx wrench (A).

7. Unscrew the tyre's dust cap.

Check that the pressure reducing valve on
the air hose is fully screwed on, and screw in
the air hose's valve connection to the bottom
of the thread on the tyre's air valve.

8. Plug the electrical cable into the closest

12 V socket and start the car.

Make sure that none of the other 12 V sock-
ets is in use when the compressor is operat-
ing.

WARNING

Do not leave children in the car without

supervision when the engine is running.

9. Start the compressor by flicking the switch to

position I (On).

WARNING

Never stand next to the tyre when the com-

pressor is running. If cracks or unevenness

arise then the compressor must be switched

off immediately. The journey should not be

continued. Call roadside assistance for recov-

ery to a tyre centre. Volvo recommends an

authorised tyre centre.

When the compressor starts, the pressure
can increase up to 6 bar but the pressure
drops after approximately 30 seconds.

10. Inflate the tyre for 7 minutes.

The compressor must not be operated for
longer than 10 minutes - risk of overheating.

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11. Switch off the compressor to check the pres-

sure on the pressure gauge. Minimum pres-
sure is 1.8 bar and maximum 3.5 bar.
(Release air with the pressure reducing valve
if the tyre pressure is too high.)

WARNING

If the pressure is below 1.8 bar (22 psi) then

the hole in the tyre is too big. The journey

should not be continued. Call roadside assis-

tance for recovery to a tyre centre. Volvo rec-

ommends an authorised tyre centre.

12. Switch off the compressor and unplug the

electrical cable.

13. Unscrew the air hose from the tyre's air valve

and refit the dust cap on the tyre.

Refit the cover

over the tyre's air valve with

the hole towards the wheel hub. Two clicks
confirm that the cover is fitted in place.

14. Fit the protective cap on the air hose in order

to avoid leakage of the remaining sealing
fluid. Place the equipment in the cargo area.

15. As soon as possible, drive at least 3 km at a

maximum speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) so
that the sealing fluid can seal the tyre and
then perform a follow-up check.

Sealant will spurt out of the puncture during
the first few rotations of the tyre.

WARNING

Make sure that nobody is standing near the

car and gets the sealing fluid splashed onto

them when the car is driven away. The dis-

tance should be at least 2 metres (7 feet).

16. Follow-up inspection:

Connect the air hose on the tyre's air valve
again and check the tyre pressure with the
pressure gauge, see Emergency puncture
repair - rechecking (p. 350).

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Emergency puncture repair - rechecking
(p. 350)

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1. Remove the valve cover, see (p. 349).

Emergency puncture repair -

rechecking

When a tyre has been sealed with the emer-
gency puncture repair kit, Temporary Mobility Kit
(TMK), a subsequent check must be made after
approx. 3 kilometres of driving.

Check tyre pressure

Take out the tyre sealing equipment. The com-
pressor must be switched off.

Unscrew the tyre's dust cap.

Take out the air hose and screw in the
valve connection to the bottom of the thread
on the tyre's air valve.

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2. Read the tyre pressure on the pressure

gauge.

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If the tyre pressure is below 1.3 bar

then the tyre is insufficiently sealed. The
journey should not be continued. Call
roadside assistance for recovery.

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If the tyre pressure is higher than
1.3 bar

, the tyre must be inflated to the

pressure specified in accordance with the
tyre pressure table, see Tyres - approved
tyre pressures (p. 429).

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Release air using the pressure reducing
valve if the tyre pressure is too high.

3. If the tyre needs to be inflated:

1. Plug the electrical cable into the closest

12 V socket and start the car.

2. Start the compressor and inflate the tyre

to the pressure specified in accordance
with the tyre pressure table.

3. Switch off the compressor.

4. Remove the tyre sealing equipment.

Fit the protective cap on the air hose in order
to avoid leakage of the remaining sealing
fluid.

WARNING

Do not unscrew the bottle, it is equipped with

a reverse catch to prevent leakage.

5. Refit the dust cap on the tyre.

•

After a tyre has been inflated, always refit
the dust cap in order to avoid damage to
the valve from gravel, dirt, etc.

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Only use plastic dust caps. Metal dust
caps can rust and become difficult to
unscrew.

6. Refit the valve cover

Press one edge of the cover (without the
hole) into place (nearest the tyre - B). Then
fold the cover in toward the wheel rim - and
at the same time, gently press down the
angled top edge in order to help it in under
the edge of the wheel rim. Check that the
cover is flush with the surface of the wheel
rim - if not, gently press in the part that is
bulging out.

1 bar = 100 kPa.

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The sealing fluid bottle and the hose must be
replaced after use. Volvo recommends that
this replacement is performed by an author-
ised Volvo workshop.

WARNING

Check the tyre pressure regularly.

Volvo recommends that the car is driven to the
nearest authorised Volvo workshop for the
replacement/repair of the damaged tyre. Advise
the workshop that the tyre contains sealing fluid.

WARNING

You should not drive faster than 80 km/h

(50 mph) after the emergency tyre repair kit

has been used. Volvo recommends a visit to

an authorised Volvo workshop for inspection

of the sealed tyre (maximum driving distance

is 200 km). The staff there can determine

whether or not the tyre can be repaired or if it

needs to be replaced.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair - operation
(p. 348)

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on removing the valve cover, see (p. 349).

Emergency puncture repair kit -

inflating the tyres

The car's original tyres can be inflated using the
compressor in the emergency puncture repair kit
(p. 347).

1. The compressor must be switched off. Make

sure that the switch is in position 0 (Off) and
take out the electrical cable and air hose.

2. Remove the valve cover

- for instructions

3. Unscrew the tyre's dust cap and screw in the

air hose's valve connection to the bottom of
the thread on the tyre's air valve.

4. Plug the electrical cable into the closest

12 V socket and start the car.

WARNING

Inhaling car exhaust fumes could result in

danger to life. Never leave the engine running

in sealed areas or areas that lack sufficient

ventilation.

WARNING

Do not leave children in the car without

supervision when the engine is running.

5. Start the compressor by flicking the switch to

position I (On).

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The compressor must not be operated for
longer than 10 minutes - risk of overheating.

6. Inflate the tyre to the pressure specified in

accordance with the tyre pressure table, see
Tyres - approved tyre pressures (p. 429).
Release air using the pressure reducing
valve if the tyre pressure is too high.

7. Switch off the compressor. Detach the air

hose and the electrical cable.

8. Refit the dust cap on the tyre.

9. Refit the valve cover

by pressing one edge

of the cover (the one without the hole) into
place (nearest the tyre), see Emergency
puncture repair - rechecking (p. 350). Then
fold the cover in toward the wheel rim - and
at the same time, gently press down the
angled top edge in order to help it in under
the edge of the wheel rim. Check that the
cover is flush with the surface of the wheel
rim - if not, gently press in the part that is
bulging out.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair - rechecking
(p. 350)

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Volvo service programme

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

Volvo recommends engaging an authorised Volvo
workshop to perform the service and mainte-
nance work. Volvo workshops have the personnel,
special tools and service literature to guarantee
the highest quality of service.

For the Volvo warranty to apply, check and
follow the instructions in the Service and
Warranty Booklet.

Service and repair

Service the car regularly. Follow Volvo's recom-
mended service intervals.

If inspection and repair are required then only an
authorised Volvo workshop may carry out the
work.

WARNING

Do not carry out any repairs of your own on

this vehicle. Electrical cables and/or compo-

nents that have detached must only be recti-

fied by an authorised workshop - an author-

ised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Service interval and next service,
charging cable

The hour meter on the charging cable counts
charging time to the next service. Volvo recom-
mends having the control unit checked by an
electrician after every 5000 operating hours.