Volvo V70 (2016 year). Instruction - part 15

Park assist camera* (p. 251)

A bike carrier or other accessory mounted

on the rear of the car could obscure the

camera's view.

To bear in mind
Pay attention to the possibility that, even if it

only looks like a relatively small part of the

image is obscured, it could be a relatively

large sector that is hidden from view. Obsta-

cles could thereby go undetected until they

are very close to the car.

•

Keep the camera lens free from dirt, ice

and snow.

•

Clean the camera lens regularly with luke-

warm water and car shampoo - take care

not to scratch the lens.

Related information

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Park assist camera - settings (p. 253)

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Park Assist* (p. 247)

BLIS*

BLIS (Blind Spot Information) is a camera-

based information system that under certain

conditions can help the driver to notice vehi-

cles moving in the same direction as the host

vehicle in the so-called "blind spot".

The system is designed to work most effec-

tively when driving in dense traffic on multi-

lane highways.

WARNING

The system is a supplement to, not a

replacement for, a safe driving style and

use of the rearview mirrors. It can never

replace the driver's attention and responsi-

bility. The responsibility for changing lanes

safely always rests with the driver.

Overview

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Rearview mirror with BLIS function

BLIS camera

Indicator lamp

BLIS symbol

The lamp illuminates on the side of the car

where the system has detected the vehi-

cle. If the car is overtaken on both sides at

the same time then both lamps illuminate.

Maintenance
In order to work most effectively the BLIS
camera lenses

must be clean. The lenses

can be cleaned with a soft cloth or damp

NOTE: The illustration is schematic - details may vary depending on car model.

See (1) in the preceding illustration.

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sponge. Clean the lenses carefully so that

they are not scratched.

BLIS* - operation (p. 255)

The lenses are electrically heated to melt

ice or snow. If necessary, brush snow

away from the lenses.

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BLIS - symbols and messages (p. 257)

BLIS* - operation

BLIS (Blind Spot Information) is a function

designed for providing support for the driver

when driving in dense traffic on roads with

several lanes in the same direction.

Activate/deactivate BLIS
BLIS is activated when the engine is started.

The indicator lamps in the door panels flash

three times when BLIS is activated.

Button for activating/deactivating.

The system can be deactivated/activated

after starting the engine with one press on the

BLIS button.
Some combinations of the selected equip-

ment leave no vacant space for a button in

the centre console - in which case the func-

tion is operated in the car's menu system

(p. 116) MY CAR.

When BLIS is deactivated, the lamp in the

button extinguishes and a message is shown

in the combined instrument panel.
When BLIS is activated the lamp in the button

illuminates, the combined instrument panel

shows a new text message and the indicator

lamps in the door panels flash 3 times. Press

the left-hand stalk switch OK button in order

to switch off the text message.

When BLIS operates

A = approx. 9.5 m and B = approx. 3.0 m.

The system operates when the car is driven

at a speed above 10 km/h.
When a camera (1) has detected a vehicle

inside the blind spot zone the indicator lamp

(2) illuminates with a constant glow, see over-

view illustration (p. 254).
BLIS advises the driver with a message if a

fault arises in the system. If, for example, the

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system's cameras are obscured then the

BLIS indicator lamp flashes and a message is

shown in the combined instrument panel. In

such cases, check and clean the lenses.
If necessary, the system can be switched off

temporarily, see "Activate/deactivate BLIS"

above.

Overtaking
The system is designed to react if:

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you overtake another vehicle at a speed

of up to 10 km/h faster than the other

vehicle

•

you are overtaken by a vehicle travelling

up to 70 km/h faster than you are travel-

ling.

WARNING

BLIS does not work in sharp bends.
BLIS does not work when the car is

reversing.
A wide trailer coupled to the car can con-

ceal other vehicles in adjacent lanes. It can

prevent the vehicle in the screened area

from being detected by BLIS.

Daylight and darkness
In daylight the system reacts to the shape of

the surrounding vehicles. The system is

designed to detect motor vehicles such as

cars, trucks, buses and motorcycles.

In darkness the system reacts to the head-

lamps of surrounding vehicles. If the head-

lamps of surrounding vehicles are not

switched on then the system does not detect

the vehicles. This means for example that the

system does not react to a trailer without

headlamps which is towed behind a car or

truck.

WARNING

The system does not react to cyclists or

moped riders.
The BLIS cameras have limitations similar

to those of the human eye, i.e. they do not

"see" as well e.g. in heavy snowfall,

against strong light or in thick fog.

Limitations
In some situations the BLIS indicator lamp

may illuminate despite there being no other

vehicle within the blind spot.

If the BLIS indicator lamp illuminates on

isolated occasions despite there being no

other vehicle within the blind spot then this

does not mean that a fault has arisen in

the system.
In the event of a fault in the BLIS system

the display shows the text

BLIS Service

required

The following illustrations show examples of

situations where the BLIS indicator lamp may

illuminate even if there is no other vehicle

within the blind spot.

Reflection from shiny wet road surface.

Own shadow on large light smooth surface, e.g.

noise barrier or concrete road surface.

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Low stationary sunlight shining into the camera.

BLIS - symbols and messages (p. 257)

Repair of the BLIS system components

must only be performed by a workshop -

an authorised Volvo workshop is recom-

mended.

Related information

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BLIS* (p. 254)

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BLIS - symbols and messages

In situations where the BLIS (Blind Spot

Information) (p. 254) function fails or is inter-

rupted, the combined instrument panel may

show a symbol, supplemented by an explana-

tory message. Follow any recommendation

given.

Message examples:

Message

Specification

BLIS ON

The BLIS system is acti-

vated.

BLIS Serv-

ice required

Blind spot syst. disen-

gaged - contact a work-

shop.

BLIS Cam-

era blocked

The BLIS camera is

blocked by dirt, snow or

ice - clean the lenses.

Message

Specification

BLIS

Reduced

function

Reduced function in the

data transmission between

the BLIS system's camera

and the car's electrical sys-

tem.
The camera resets itself

when the data transmis-

sion between the BLIS sys-

tem's camera and the car's

electrical system returns to

normal.

BLIS OFF

The BLIS system is deacti-

vated.

A text message can be acknowledged by

briefly pressing the OK button on the direc-

tion indicator stalk.

Related information

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BLIS* (p. 254)

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Alcohol lock*

The function of the alcohol lock is to prevent

the car from being driven by individuals under

the influence of alcohol. Before the engine

can be started the driver must take a breath

test that verifies that he/she is not under the

influence of alcohol. Alcohol lock calibration

takes place in accordance with each market's

limit value in force for driving legally.

WARNING

The alcohol lock is an aid and does not

exempt the driver from responsibility. It is

always the responsibility of the driver to be

sober and to drive the car safely.

Related information

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Alcohol lock* - functions and

operation

Functions

Nozzle for breath test.

Switch.

Transmission button.

Lamp for battery status.

Lamp for result of breath test.

Lamp indicates ready for breath test.

Operation - battery
Alcohol lock indicator lamp (4) shows battery

status:

Indicator

lamp (4)

Battery status

Flashing

green

Charging in progress

Green

Fully charged

Yellow

Semi-charged

Red

Discharged - fit the charger

in the holder or connect the

power supply cable from

the glovebox.

Store the alcohol lock in its holder. This

will keep the built-in battery fully charged

and the alcohol lock is activated automati-

cally when the car is opened.

Related information

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Alcohol lock* - storage

Store the alcohol lock in its holder. Release

the handheld unit by depressing it slightly in

its holder and releasing it - it then springs out

and can be removed from the holder.

Handheld unit storage and charging station.

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Replace the handheld unit in the holder

by pushing it in until it engages.

•

Store the handheld unit in the holder -

this provides it with the best protection

and keeps its batteries fully charged.

Related information

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applies in your country. See also Alcohol lock* (p. 260).

Alcohol lock* - before starting the

engine

The alcohol lock is activated automatically

and is then ready for use when the car is

opened.

Nozzle for breath test.

Switch.

Transmission button.

Lamp for battery status.

Lamp for result of breath test.

Lamp indicates ready for breath test.

1. When the indicator lamp (6) is green the

alcohol lock is ready for use.

2. Withdraw the alcohol lock from its holder.

If the alcohol lock is outside the car when

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it is unlocked then it must first be acti-

vated with the switch (2).

3. Lift up the nozzle (1), take a deep breath

and blow with an even pressure until a

"click" is heard after approx. 5 seconds.

The result will be one of the alternatives in

the following table Result after breath

test.

4. If no message is shown then the trans-

mission to the car may have failed - in

which case, press the button (3) to trans-

mit the result to the car manually.

5. Fold down the nozzle and refit the alcohol

lock in its holder.

6. Start the engine following an approved

breath test within 5 minutes - otherwise it

must be repeated.

Result after breath test

Indicator lamp

(5) + Display

text

Specification

Green lamp +

Alcoguard

Approved test

Start the engine - no

alcohol content meas-

ured.

Yellow lamp +

Alcoguard

Approved test

Engine starting possi-

ble - measured alco-

hol content is above

0.1 mg/ml but below

the limit value in
force

Red lamp +

Dis-

approved test

Wait 1 minute to

try again

Engine starting not

possible - measured

alcohol content is

above the limit value
in force

Limit values vary from country to country. Find out what

After a completed period of driving, the

engine can be restarted within 30 minutes

without a new breath test.

Related information

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Alcohol lock* - to bear in mind

In order to obtain correct function and as

accurate a measurement result as possible:

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Avoid eating or drinking

approx. 5 minutes before the breath test.

•

Avoid excess windscreen washing - the

alcohol in the washer fluid may result in

an incorrect measurement result.

Change of driver

In order to ensure that a new breath test is

carried out in the event of a change of driver -

depress the switch (2) and the send button (3)

simultaneously for approx. 3 seconds. At

which point the car returns to start inhibition

mode and a new approved breath test is

required before starting the engine.

Calibration and service
The alcohol lock must be checked and cali-
brated at a workshop

every 12 months.

30 days before recalibration is necessary the

combined instrument panel shows the mes-

sage

Alcoguard Calibration required See

manual

. If calibration is not carried out within

these 30 days then normal engine starting will

be blocked - only starting with the Bypass

function will then be possible, see the follow-

ing heading "Emergency situation".

The message can be cleared by pressing the

send button (3) once. Otherwise it extin-

guishes on its own after approx. 2 minutes

but then reappears each time the engine is
started - only recalibration at a workshop

can clear the message permanently.

Cold or hot weather
The colder the weather the longer it takes

before the alcohol lock is ready for use:

Temperature (ºC)

Maximum heat-

ing time (sec-

onds)

+10 to +85

-5 to +10

-40 to -5

180

At temperatures below -20 ºC or above

+60 ºC the alcohol lock requires additional

power supply. The combined instrument

panel shows

Alcoguard Please insert

power cable

. In which case, connect the

power supply cable from the glovebox and

wait until indicator lamp (6) is green.
In extremely cold weather the heating time

can be reduced by taking the alcohol lock

indoors.

Emergency situation
In the event of an emergency situation or the

alcohol lock is out of order, it is possible to

bypass the alcohol lock in order to drive the

car.

in memory, see Recording data (p. 18).

All Bypass activation is logged and saved

After the Bypass function has been activated

the combined instrument panel shows

Alcoguard Bypass enabled

the whole time

while driving and can only be reset by a work-
shop

The Bypass function can be tested without

the error message being logged - in which

case, carry out all the steps without starting

the car. The error message is cleared when

the car is locked.
When the alcohol lock is installed, either the

Bypass or Emergency function is selected as

the bypassing option. This setting can be
changed afterwards at a workshop

Activating the Bypass function

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Depress and hold the left-hand stalk

switch OK button and the button for haz-

ard warning flashers simultaneously for

approx. 5 seconds - the combined instru-

ment panel first shows

Bypass activated

An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

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Please wait for 1 minute

and then

Alcoguard Bypass enabled

- after

which the engine can be started.

This function can be activated more than

once. The error message shown during driv-
ing can only be cleared at a workshop

Activating the Emergency function

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Depress and hold the left-hand stalk

switch OK button and the button for haz-

ard warning flashers simultaneously for

approx. 5 seconds - the combined instru-

ment panel shows

Alcoguard Bypass

enabled

and the engine can be started.

This function can be used once, after which a
reset must be made at a workshop

Related information

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before starting the engine (p. 261) the com-

Alcohol lock* - symbols and text

messages

In addition to the previously described mes-

bined instrument panel's display can also

show the following:

Display text

Meaning/Action

Alcoguard

Restart possi-

ble

The engine has been

switched off for less

than 30 minutes -

engine starting possible

without new test.

Alcoguard

Service

required

Contact a workshop

Alcoguard No

signal

received

Transmission failed -

send manually with but-

ton (3) or take a new

breath test.

Alcoguard

Please try

again

Test failed - take a new

breath test.

Alcoguard

Please blow

longer

Blowing too short - blow

for longer.

Display text

Meaning/Action

Alcoguard

Please blow

softer

Blowing too hard - blow

more gently.

Alcoguard

Please blow

harder

Blowing too weak -

blow harder.

Alcoguard

preheating

Please wait

Heating not finished -

wait for text

Alcoguard

Please blow for 5 sec-

onds

An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Related information

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An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

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Starting the engine

The engine is started and switched off using

the remote control key and the START/STOP

ENGINE button.

Ignition switch with remote control key extrac-

ted/inserted and START/STOP ENGINE button.

detachable key blade, see Detachable key

Do not press in the remote control key

incorrectly turned - hold the end with the

blade - detaching/attaching (p. 174).

1. Insert the remote control key in the igni-

tion switch and press it in to its end posi-

tion. Note that if the car is equipped with

alcohol lock* then a breath test must first

be approved before the engine can be

started. For more information on the

Alcohol lock, see Alcohol lock* (p. 260).

2. Hold the clutch pedal fully depressed

(For cars with automatic gearbox -

Depress the brake pedal.)

3. Press the START/STOP ENGINE button

and then release it.

For diesel-engined cars, there may be a

slight delay before the engine can be

started -

Engine preheating

is displayed

in the meantime.

When the engine is started the starter motor

works until the engine is started or until its

overheating protection triggers.

see Key positions (p. 80).

If the engine fails to start after 3 attempts -

wait for 3 minutes before making a further

attempt. Starting capacity increases if the

battery is allowed to recover.

WARNING

Never remove the remote control key from

the ignition switch after starting the engine

or when the car is being towed.

WARNING

Always remove the remote control key

from the ignition switch when leaving the

car, and make sure that the key position is

0 - in particular if there are children in the

car. For information on how this works -

The idling speed can be noticeably higher

than normal for certain engine types during

cold starting. This is done in order that the

emissions system can reach normal oper-

ating temperature as quickly as possible,

which minimises exhaust emissions and

protects the environment.

Keyless drive*
Follow steps 2-3 for keyless (p. 178) starting

of the engine.

If the car is moving then it is enough to press the START/STOP ENGINE button to start the engine.

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Switching off the engine (p. 266)

A prerequisite for the engine to start is that

one of the car's remote control keys with

the Keyless drive function is in the passen-

ger compartment or cargo area.

WARNING

Never remove the remote control key from

the car while driving or during towing.

Related information

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Switching off the engine

The engine is switched off using the START/

STOP ENGINE button.

To stop the engine:

•

Press START/STOP ENGINE - the

engine stops.

If the gear selector is not in P position or if

the car is moving:

•

Press twice on START/STOP ENGINE or

hold the button depressed until the

engine stops.

Related information

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Key positions (p. 80)

Steering lock

The steering lock makes steering difficult if

the car is e.g. taken unlawfully. A mechanical

noise may be noticed when the steering lock

unlocks or locks.

Function

•

The steering lock is activated when the

driver's door is opened after the engine

has been switched off.

•

The steering lock is deactivated when the

remote control key is in the ignition
switch

and the START/STOP ENGINE

button is depressed.

Related information

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Starting the engine (p. 265)

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Key positions (p. 80)

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Steering wheel (p. 86)

Cars with Keyless drive only need to have a remote control key inside the passenger compartment.

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Remote start (ERS)*

Remote start (ERS – Engine Remote Start)

means that the car's engine can be started

remotely in order to warm up/cool down the

passenger compartment before departure.

ERS is activated via key and/or via Volvo On

Call*.

The climate control starts with the same set-

tings that were being used when the car was

parked.
An ERS-started engine is activated for a

maximum of 15 minutes, then it is switched

off. After two ERS-activations the engine

must be started in the normal way before

ERS can be re-used.
ERS is only available in cars with automatic
gearbox and cars that have a bonnet switch

installed.

year, see Remote control key - replacing

The service life of the remote control key's

battery is affected by the ERS function. In

the event of frequent use of ERS the bat-

tery should therefore be changed once per

the battery (p. 177).

Remote start (ERS) - operation (p. 267)

Follow local/national rules/regulations on

idling. Also take into account the local/

national rules/regulations regarding the

noise level when the engine is running.

WARNING

To remote-start the engine, the following

criteria must be met:

•

The car must be supervised.

•

There must be no people or animals

inside or around the car.

•

The car must not be parked in a

closed, unventilated area - the exhaust

gases may seriously injure humans

and animals.

Related information

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Remote start (ERS) - symbols and mes-

sages (p. 269)

Remote start (ERS) - operation

The key's buttons for remote start.

Unlocking

Locking

Approach lighting

Unlocking, tailgate

Information

Remote starting the engine
To be able to remotely start the engine the

car must be locked and the bonnet closed.
Proceed as follows:

Available in the XC60, cars with alarm, most cars with 4-cylinder engines or if ERS is selected for new construction.

Only on PCC key, see Remote control key with PCC* - unique functions (p. 172).

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1. Briefly press on the key's button (2).
2. Follow this immediately afterwards with a

long press - at least 2 seconds - on

button (3).

If the conditions for ERS are fulfilled then the

following takes place:
1. The direction indicators flash quickly sev-

eral times.

2. The engine starts.
3. The direction indicators illuminate with a

constant glow for 3 seconds to verify that

the engine has started.

Remote start (ERS)* (p. 267)

After remote starting, the car continues to

be locked but with deactivated movement

detector*.

With PCC

key

The light indication for Approach
lighting

flashes several times when

the button is pressed and then goes

to constant glow if all criteria for

ERS have been fulfilled. However, this does

not mean that ERS has started the engine.
To check whether ERS has started the

engine, the user can press the button (5) - if

the engine has started, there is a light indica-

tion by the buttons (2) and (3).

Active functions
The following functions are activated with a

remote started engine:

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Ventilation system

•

Audio/video system

•

Approach lighting.

Deactivated functions
The following functions are deactivated with a

remote started engine:

•

headlamps

•

Position lamps

•

Number plate lighting

•

Windscreen wiper.

ERS is interrupted
The following steps switch off an ERS-started

engine:

•

The remote control key's button

(1), (2) or (4) is depressed

•

The car is unlocked

•

A door is opened

•

Accelerator pedal or brake pedal is

depressed

•

The gear selector is moved out of P posi-

tion

•

Active ERS time exceeds 15 minutes.

When an ERS-started engine is switched off,

the direction indicators illuminate with a con-

stant glow for 3 seconds.

Related information

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Remote start (ERS) - symbols and mes-

sages (p. 269)

For more information on the PCC key, see Remote control key with PCC* - unique functions (p. 172).

For more information on Approach lighting, see Remote control key - functions (p. 170) and Approach lighting (p. 99).

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Remote start (ERS) - symbols and

messages

In situations where the ERS function fails or is

interrupted, a symbol is shown in the com-

bined instrument panel, supplemented by an

explanatory text message.

ERS function unavailable

Message

Specification

No remote

start Too

many tries

ERS unavailable

because a maximum of 2

ERS activations in suc-

cession are allowed.

No remote

start Low fuel

level

ERS unavailable

because fuel level too

low.

No remote

start Gear not

in P

ERS unavailable

because gear selector is

not in P position.

No remote

start Driver in

car

ERS unavailable

because someone is in

the passenger compart-

ment.

No remote

start Low

battery

ERS unavailable due to

low battery voltage.

Charge the battery by

starting the engine.

Message

Specification

No remote

start Engine

warning

ERS unavailable due to

warning message from

engine. Contact a work-
shop

No remote

start Engine

coolant level

low

ERS unavailable due to

error message from

cooling system, see

Coolant - level (p. 366).

No remote

start Door

open

ERS unavailable

because a door/tailgate

was not closed.

No remote

start Bonnet

open

ERS did not activate

because the bonnet was

not closed.

No remote

start Car not

locked

ERS unavailable

because the car was not

locked.

No remote

star Key in

car

ERS did not activate

because the key was in

the car.

An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Interrupted ERS function

Message

Specification

Remote start

off Gear not in

ERS interrupted

because gear selector

is not in P position.

Remote start

off Driver in

car

ERS interrupted

because someone is in

the passenger compart-

ment.

Remote start

off Engine

warning

ERS interrupted due to

error message from

engine. Contact a work-
shop

No remote

start Engine

coolant level

low

ERS interrupted due to

error message from

cooling system.

Remote start

off Bonnet

open

ERS interrupted

because the bonnet is

open.

Remote start

off Low bat-

tery

ERS interrupted since

the battery voltage is

too low.

Remote start

off Low fuel

level

ERS interrupted since

the fuel level is too low.

An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

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Related information

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Remote start (ERS)* (p. 267)

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Remote start (ERS) - operation (p. 267)

Jump starting with battery

If the starter battery (p. 378) is discharged

then the car can be started with current from

another battery.

When jump starting the car, the following

steps are recommended to avoid short cir-

cuits or other damage:
1. Set the car's electrical system in key

position 0, see Key positions - functions

at different levels (p. 81).

2. Check that the donor battery has a volt-

age of 12 V.

3. If the donor battery is installed in another

car - switch off the donor car's engine

and make sure that the two cars do not

touch each other.

4. Connect one of the red jump lead's

clamps to the donor battery's positive

terminal (1).