Volvo V70 (2016 year). Instruction - part 17

When the ECO function is activated, sev-

eral parameters in the climate control sys-

tem's settings are changed, and several

electricity consumer functions are

reduced. Certain settings can be reset

manually, but full functionality is only

restored by deactivating the ECO function.

ECO - Operation

ECO On/Off

ECO symbol

The ECO function is deactivated when the

engine is switched off, and must therefore be

activated after each time the engine is

started. There are exceptions for certain

engines. However, it is easily verified by

means of both the combined instrument

panel

ECO

symbol and the ECO button lamp

illuminating when the function is activated.

ECO function On or Off

Disengaged ECO function is

indicated by the combined

instrument panel

ECO

sym-

bol and the ECO button lamp

extinguishing. The function is

then switched off until it is

reactivated with the ECO

button.

Eco Coast - Function
The Eco Coast subfunction means in practice

that engine braking is deactivated, meaning in

turn that the car's kinetic energy is used to

coast for longer distances. When the driver

releases the accelerator pedal the gearbox is

automatically disengaged from the engine

whose speed is reduced to idling speed with

minimum consumption.
This function is intended for use in the event

of an anticipated reduction in speed, e.g. to

coast forward to an intersection or a red light.
Eco Coast enables proactive driving where

the driver can use the so-called "Pulse &

Glide" technique and a minimum of braking.
A combination of Eco Coast and temporarily

deactivated ECO function can also collec-

Not possible on the XC60 and XC70 with AWD.

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tively contribute to reduced consumption.

Accordingly:

•

Active Eco Coast: Long coasting without

engine braking = Low consumption

and

•

Deactivated ECO function: Short coasting

with engine braking = Minimum con-

sumption.

the section MY CAR (p. 116).

However, to achieve optimal low fuel con-

sumption, Eco Coast in combination with

short coasting distances should generally

be avoided.

Activating Eco Coast
The function is activated when the accelera-

tor pedal is fully released, in combination with

the following parameters:

•

ECO button activated

•

Gear selector in D position

•

Speed within the range of

approx. 65-140 km/h

•

The road's downhill gradient is not

steeper than approx. 6%.

Deactivate Eco Coast
In certain situations it may be desirable to

deactivate the Eco Coast function. Examples

of such situations include:

•

on steep downhill gradients - to be able

to use engine braking.

•

before an imminent overtaking manoeu-

vre - in order to be able to complete it in

the safest possible way.

Deactivating Eco Coast and returning to

engine braking can be performed as follows:

•

Press the ECO button.

•

Move the gear lever to manual "S+/-"

position.

•

Change gear with the steering wheel pad-

dle shifters.

•

Actuate the accelerator or brake pedal.

Eco Coast - Limitations
The function is not available if:

•

cruise control is activated

•

the road's downhill gradient is steeper

than approx. 6%

•

manual gear changing is performed with

the steering wheel paddle shifters*

•

engine and/or gearbox are not at normal

operating temperature.

•

the gear selector is moved from D- to "S

+/-" position

•

speed is outside the range of

approx. 65-140 km/h

More information and settings

The car's menu system MY CAR contains

further information on the ECO concept - see

Related information

•

General information on climate control

(p. 130)

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Foot brake

The foot brake is used to reduce the car's

speed while driving.

The car is equipped with two brake circuits. If

a brake circuit is damaged then the brake

pedal will engage deeper and a higher pres-

sure on the pedal is needed to produce the

normal braking effect.
The driver's brake pedal pressure is assisted

by a brake servo.

WARNING

The brake servo only works when the

engine is running.

If the foot brake is used when the engine is

switched off then the pedal will feel stiff and a

higher pedal pressure must be used to brake

the car.
For cars with the Hill start assist (HSA)*

(p. 279)* function, the pedal returns more

slowly than usual to normal position if the car

is parked on a gradient or on an uneven sur-

face.
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

conditions (p. 416).

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 necessary to depress the brake

harder. For this reason, 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 prevail-

ing traffic situation into account when brak-

ing.

Braking on salted roads
When driving on salted roads a layer of salt

may form on the brake discs and brake lin-

ings. This may extend braking distance. For

this reason, keep an extra large safety dis-

tance 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 possi-

ble, follow the Volvo service intervals as

specified in the Service and Warranty Book-

let.
New and replacement brake linings and brake

discs only provide optimal brake performance

after a few hundred kilometres after "wearing-

in". Compensate for the reduced brake per-

formance by depressing the brake pedal

harder. Volvo recommends only fitting brake

linings that are approved for your Volvo.

The wear on the brake system's compo-

nents must be checked regularly.
Contact a workshop for information about

the procedure or engage a workshop to

carry out the inspection - an authorised

Volvo workshop is recommended.

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Symbols and messages

Symbol Specification

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.

WARNING

and

illuminate at the same

time, there may be a fault in the brake sys-

tem.
If the level in the brake fluid reservoir is

normal at this stage, drive carefully to the

nearest workshop and have the brake sys-

tem checked - an authorised Volvo work-

shop is recommended.
If the brake fluid is below the MIN level in

the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive fur-

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

be investigated.

Related information

•

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and

•

automatic hazard warning flashers

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance

•

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system

•

(p. 293)

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system

The anti-lock braking system, ABS (Anti-lock

Braking System), prevents the wheels from

locking 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 normal.
A short test of the ABS system is made auto-

matically after the engine has been started

when the driver releases the brake pedal. A

further automatic test of the ABS system may

be made when the car reaches 10 km/h. The

test may be experienced as pulses in the

brake pedal.

Related information

•

•

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and

•

automatic hazard warning flashers

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance

•

hazard warning lights (p. 96) are activated.

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Foot brake - emergency brake lights

and automatic hazard warning

flashers

Emergency brake lights are activated in order

to alert vehicles behind about heavy braking.

The function 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 in the event of heavy

braking. After the car's speed has been

slowed down to below 10 km/h the brake

light returns from flashing to the normal con-

stant glow - while at the same time the car's

These flash until the driver accelerates the car

up to a higher speed again or switches off the

hazard warning lights.

Related information

•

•

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance

•

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system

•

(p. 293)

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

increases 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.

When EBA is activated the brake pedal

lowers slightly more than usual, depress

(hold) the brake pedal as long as neces-

sary. If the brake pedal is released then all

braking ceases.

Related information

•

•

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and

•

automatic hazard warning flashers

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system

•

(p. 293)

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Parking brake

The parking brake holds the car stationary,

when the driver's seat is empty, by mechani-

cally 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 park-

ing brake can neither be released nor applied.

Connect a donor battery if the battery voltage

is too low, see Jump starting with battery

(p. 270).

Applying the parking brake

Parking brake control - apply.

1. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.
2. Press the parking brake control.

The combined instrument pan-

el'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, always engage 1st

gear (for manual gearbox) or put the gear

selector in position P (for automatic gearbox).

Emergency brake
In an emergency the parking brake can be

applied when the vehicle is in motion by

pressing and holding the parking brake con-

trol. The braking procedure is stopped when

the control is released.

An acoustic signal sounds while emer-

gency 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 transmis-

sion, is not sufficient to hold the car in all

situation.

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Disengaging the parking brake

Parking brake control - release.

Cars with manual gearbox

Releasing manually
1. Insert the remote control key in the igni-

tion switch

2. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.
3. Apply the parking brake control.

The parking brake releases and

the combined instrument panel's sym-

bol extinguishes.

The parking brake can also be released

manually by depressing the clutch pedal

instead of the brake pedal. Volvo recom-

mends that the brake pedal is used.

Releasing automatically
1. Start the engine.
2. Engage 1st gear or reverse gear.
3. Ease up the clutch and depress the

accelerator.
>

The parking brake releases and

the combined instrument panel's sym-

bol extinguishes.

Cars with automatic gearbox

Releasing manually
1. Insert the remote control key in the igni-

tion switch

2. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.
3. Pull the control.

The parking brake releases and

the combined instrument panel's sym-

bol extinguishes.

Releasing automatically
1. Put the seatbelt on.
2. Start the engine.
3. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.

4. Move the gear selector to position D or R

and depress the accelerator.
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The parking brake releases and

the combined instrument panel's sym-

bol extinguishes.

and deleted, see Messages - handling

For safety reasons, the parking brake is

only released automatically if the engine is

running and the driver is wearing a seat-

belt. The parking brake is released imme-

diately on cars with automatic gearbox

when the accelerator pedal is depressed

and the gear selector is in position D or R.

Heavy load uphill
A heavy load, such as a trailer, can cause the

car to roll backward when the parking brake

is released automatically on a steep incline.

Avoid this by depressing the control while

driving off. Release the control when the

engine achieves traction.

Replacing the brake linings
The rear brake linings must be replaced at a

workshop due to the design of the electric

parking brake - an authorised Volvo work-

shop is recommended.

For a car with the Keyless system: Press START/STOP ENGINE.

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Symbols and messages
For information on how the combined instru-

ment panel's text messages can be shown

(p. 116).

Symbol Message

Meaning/Action

Message

•

Read the combined instrument panel's message.

A flashing symbol indicates that the parking brake is applied.
If the symbol flashes in any other situation then this means that a fault has arisen.

•

Read the combined instrument panel's message.

Handbrake not

fully released

A fault is preventing the parking brake from being released:

•

Try to apply and release the brake.

If the fault persists after a few attempts:

•

Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Note: A warning signal sounds if the journey is continued with this error message.

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Symbol Message

Meaning/Action

Handbrake not

applied

A fault is preventing the parking brake from being applied:

•

Try to release and apply the brake.

If the fault persists after a few attempts:

•

Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

The message is also illuminated on cars with manual gearbox when the car is driven at low speed with the door

open in order to alert the driver that the parking brake may have been unintentionally disengaged.

Handbrake

Service

required

A fault has arisen:

•

Try to apply and release the brake.

If the fault persists after a few attempts:

•

Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

If the car has to be parked before a possible

fault has been rectified, then the wheels must

be turned as if parking on a hill and 1st gear

engaged (manual gearbox) or the gear selec-

tor must be in position P (automatic gearbox).
A text message can be acknowledged by

briefly pressing the OK button on the direc-

tion indicator stalk.

Related information

•

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Driving in water

Driving in water means that the car is driven

through a water-covered roadway. Driving in

water must be carried out with great caution.

The car can be driven through water at a

maximum depth of 25 cm (30 cm with XC70)

at a maximum speed of walking pace. Extra

caution must be exercised when passing

through flowing water.
During driving in water, maintain a low speed

and do not stop the car. When the water has

been passed, depress the brake pedal lightly

and check that full brake function is achieved.

Water and mud for example can make the

brake linings wet resulting in delayed brake

function.

•

Clean the electric contacts of the electric

engine block heater* and trailer coupling

after driving in water and mud.

•

Do not let the car stand with water over

the sills for any long period of time - this

could cause electrical malfunctions.

ing with a trailer, see Driving with a trailer*

Engine damage can occur if water enters

the air filter.
In depths greater than 25 cm (30 cm with

XC70), water could enter the transmission.

This reduces the lubricating ability of the

oils and shortens the service life of these

systems.
Damage to any component, engine, trans-

mission, turbocharger, differential or its

internal components caused by flooding,

hydrostatic locking or oil shortage, is not

covered by the warranty.
In the event of the engine stalling in water,

do not try restart - tow the car from the

water to a workshop - an authorised Volvo

workshop is recommended. Risk of engine

breakdown.

Related information

•

Recovery (p. 318)

•

Towing (p. 316)

Overheating

Under special conditions, for example hard

driving in hilly terrain and hot climate, there is

a risk that the engine and drive system may

overheat - in particular with a heavy load.

For information about overheating when driv-

(p. 309).

•

Remove any auxiliary lamps from in front

of the grille when driving in hot climates.

•

If the temperature in the engine's cooling

system is too high then a warning symbol

is illuminated in the combined instrument

panel's information display and a text

message

High engine temperature

Stop safely

is shown there - stop the car

in a safe way and allow the engine to run

at idling speed for several minutes in

order to cool down.

•

If the text message

High engine

temperature Turn off engine

Engine

coolant level low Stop safely

is shown

then the engine must be switched off

after stopping the car.

•

In the event of overheating in the gearbox

a built-in protection function is activated

which, amongst other things, illuminates

a warning symbol in the combined instru-

ment panel, and its display shows the

text message

Transmission hot Reduce

speed

Transmission hot Stop safely

Wait for cooling

- follow the recommen-

dation given and lower the speed and

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stop the car in a safe way and allow the

engine to run at idling speed for a few

minutes in order to allow the gearbox to

cool down.

•

If the car overheats, the air conditioning

may be switched off temporarily.

•

Do not turn the engine off immediately

you stop after a hard drive.

starter battery (p. 378) to varying degrees.

It is normal for the engine's cooling fan to

operate for a time after the engine has

been switched off.

Driving with open tailgate/boot lid

When driving with the tailgate open, toxic

exhaust fumes can be sucked into the car

through the cargo area.

WARNING

Do not drive with an open tailgate! Toxic

exhaust fumes could be drawn into the car

through the cargo area.

Related information

•

Loading (p. 158)

Overload - starter battery

The electrical functions in the car load the

Avoid using the key position II (p. 81) when

the engine is switched off. Instead use posi-

tion I - which uses less power.

Also, be aware of different accessories that

load the electrical system. Do not use func-

tions which use a lot of power when the

engine is switched off. Examples of such

functions are:

•

ventilation fan

•

headlamps

•

windscreen wiper

•

audio system (high volume).

If the starter battery voltage is low then the

combined instrument panel's information dis-

play shows the text

Low battery charge

Power save mode

. The energy-saving func-

tion then shuts down certain functions or

reduces certain functions such as the ventila-

tion fan and/or audio system.

–

In which case, charge the starter battery

by starting the engine and then running it

for at least 15 minutes - starter battery

charging is more effective during driving

than running the engine at idling speed

while stationary.

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Before a long journey

Before a long journey, it makes good sense to

go through the following points:

•

Check that the engine is working normally

and that fuel consumption (p. 425) is nor-

mal.

•

Make sure that there are no leaks (fuel, oil

or other fluid).

•

Check all bulbs and tyre tread depths.

•

Carrying a warning triangle (p. 331) is a

legal requirement in certain countries.

Related information

•

Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 363)

•

Changing wheels - removing wheels

(p. 328)

•

Lamp replacement - general (p. 369)

Winter driving

For winter driving it is important to perform

certain checks in order to ensure that the car

can be driven safely.

Check the following in particular before the

cold season:

•

The engine coolant (p. 366) must contain

50% glycol. This mixture protects the

engine against frost erosion down to

approximately –35 °C. To avoid health

risks, different types of glycol must not be

mixed.

•

The fuel tank must be kept filled to pre-

vent condensation.

•

Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with

lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate star-

ting in cold weather and also reduce fuel

consumption while the engine is cold. For

more information on suitable oils, see

Engine oil - adverse driving conditions

(p. 416).

Use washer fluid (p. 377) to avoid ice

Low viscosity oil must not be used for hard

driving or in hot weather.

•

The condition of the starter battery and

charge level must be inspected. Cold

weather places great demands on the

starter battery and its capacity is reduced

by the cold.

•

forming in the washer fluid reservoir.

To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo rec-

ommends using winter tyres on all wheels if

there is a risk of snow or ice.

Filling up with fuel (p. 302)

The use of winter tyres is a legal require-

ment in certain countries. Studded tyres

are not permitted in all countries.

Slippery driving conditions
Practise driving on slippery surfaces under

controlled conditions to learn how the car

reacts.

Related information

•

Winter driving (p. 301)

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Fuel filler flap - Opening/closing

The fuel filler flap can be opened/closed as

follows:

Opening/closing the fuel filler flap

Open the fuel filler flap using the button on

the lighting panel - the flap opens when the

button is released.

In the combined instrument panel's

display the arrow on the symbol indi-

cates which side of the car the fuel cap is

located.

•

Close the fuel filler flap by pressing it in

until a click confirms that it is closed.

Related information

•

Fuel filler flap - manual opening

The fuel filler flap can be opened manually

when electric opening from the passenger

compartment is not possible.

1. Open/remove the side hatch in the cargo

area (same side as fuel filler flap) and

locate the green cord with handle.

2. Pull the cord gently straight back until the

fuel filler flap folds out with a "click".

Filling up with fuel (p. 302)

Pull the wire gently - minimal force is

required to disengage the hatch lock.

Related information

•

Filling up with fuel

Important things to consider when refuelling.

Opening/closing the fuel cap

A certain overpressure may arise in the tank

in the event of high outside temperatures.

Open the cap slowly.

•

After refuelling - refit the cap and turn it

until one or more clicking sounds are

heard.

Filling up with fuel

•

Do not overfill the tank but fill until the

pump nozzle cuts out.