Volvo V70 (2016 year). Instruction - part 20

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The TPMS system uses a so-called

compensated pressure value, based

on both tyre temperature and ambient

temperature. 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 nec-

essary 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

pressure should be checked on cold

tyres. "Cold tyres" means the tyres are

the same temperature as the ambient

temperature (approx. 3 hours after the

car has been driven). After a few kilo-

metres 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.

Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)*

activate/deactivate

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.

The car must be stationary when the tyre

pressure monitoring is activated/deacti-

vated.

Settings are made using the centre console's

controls, see MY CAR (p. 116).
1. Start the engine.
2. Select the menu system MY CAR to open

the menus for tyre pressure.

3. Select

Tyre pressure

and press OK.

> An

is shown in the information dis-

play if the system is activated, the

option disappears if the system is

deactivated.

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Standard in certain markets.

Only in certain markets.

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Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)*

recommendations

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.

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Volvo recommends that TPMS sensors

are fitted to all wheels on the car, includ-

ing winter 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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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 reconfig-

ured. For further information - contact a

Volvo dealer.

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selected, the car is also equipped with TPMS

Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)*

driveable punctured tyres*

If SST (Self Supporting run flat Tires)* is

(p. 334).

This type of tyre has a specially reinforced

side wall that makes continued driving possi-

ble to a limited extent despite the tyre losing

all or some of its pressure. These tyres are fit-

ted 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 instru-

ment panel illuminates and a message is

shown in the information display. If this

occurs, reduce speed to max. 80 km/h. The

tyre must be replaced as soon as possible.
Drive carefully, in some cases it can be diffi-

cult to see which tyre is faulty. In order to

establish which tyre needs attention, check

all four tyres.

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WARNING

Only people with knowledge of SST tyres

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

TPMS.
After an error message about low tyre

pressure has been shown, do not drive

faster than 80 km/h.
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

damaged or punctured.

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Tyre pressure monitoring (TPMS)*

rectifying low tyre pressure

The tyre pressure monitoring system TPMS
(Tyre Pressure Monitoring System)

warns

the driver when the pressure is too low in one

or more of the car's tyres and indicates the

tyre to which it applies.

Yellow is shown at the first indication of low

tyre pressure, stop and check the tyre pres-

sure as soon as possible.
Red indicates a much lower pressure than

recommended, stop and rectify the tyre pres-

sure immediately.
If a message for low tyre pressure is shown in

the display:
1. Check the tyre pressure on the tyre in

question.

2. Inflate the tyre(s) to the correct pressure.
3. Drive at least at 30 km/h for several

minutes and check that the message dis-

appears.

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Tyre pressure monitoring (TM)*

The TM (Tyre Monitor) system senses the

rotation speed of the tyres in order to deter-

mine whether they have the correct tyre pres-

sure. If the pressure is too low, the tyre's

diameter is changed and, as a result, so is the

rotation speed. By comparing the tyres with

each other the system can determine whether

one or more tyres have pressure that is too

low.

Messages
If the tyre pressure is too low then a warning
lamp (

) illuminates in the combined instru-

ment panel and one of the following mes-

sages 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 pressure low Check tyres

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Tyre pressure system Service

required

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The tyre pressure system is currently

not active

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Option only in certain markets.

Standard in certain markets.

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different levels (p. 81).

If a fault occurs in the TM system the
warning lamp

in the combined instru-

ment panel will flash for approx. 1 minute

and then illuminate with a constant glow. A

message is also shown in the combined

instrument panel.

The system does not replace normal tyre

maintenance.

TM calibration
In order for TM to work correctly, a reference

value for the tyre pressure must be deter-

mined. This must be performed each time the

tyres are changed or the tyre pressure is

changed.

Recalibration

Settings are made using the centre console's

controls, see MY CAR (p. 116).
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Inflate all tyres to the desired pressure in

accordance with the tyre pressure label

on the driver's side door pillar (between

front and rear doors) and select key posi-

tion II, see Key positions - functions at

3. Select the menu system MY CAR to open

the menus for tyre monitoring.

4. Select

Calibrate tyre pressure

and

press OK.

5. Start and drive the car.

> Recalibration is carried out while the

car is being driven and can be inter-

rupted at any time. If the engine is

switched off while recalibration is in

progress then it is resumed when the

car is driven again. The system pro-

vides no confirmation when the cali-

bration is complete.

The new reference value applies until steps

1-5 are repeated.

Remember that the TM system must be

recalibrated at each tyre change or if the

tyre pressure is changed. If new reference

values are not stored then the system can-

not function properly.

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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.

System and tyre status
The current status of the system and the tyres

can be checked, see MY CAR (p. 116).
1. Select the menu system MY CAR to open

the menus for tyre monitoring.

2. Select

Tyre monitoring

The status is colour-coded for each tyre in

accordance with the following:

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All-green: the system is operating nor-

mally and the tyre pressure in all tyres is

slightly above the recommended level.

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Yellow wheel: corresponding tyre's pres-

sure is too low.

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All wheels yellow: two or more tyres have

pressure that is too low.

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All wheels grey and the message

The

tyre pressure system is currently not

active

: the tyre pressure system is tem-

porarily deactivated. It may be necessary

to drive the car for a short time above 30

km/h 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.

Clearing warning messages
If a tyre pressure message has been shown

and the TM warning lamp has been illumi-

nated:

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1. Check the tyre pressure in all tyres with a

tyre pressure gauge.

2. Inflate the tyre/tyres to the correct pres-

sure in accordance with the tyre pressure

label on the driver's side door pillar

(between front and rear doors).

3. Recalibrate the TM system.

a puncture and check and adjust the tyre

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 temperature

(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.

Emergency puncture repair*

The emergency puncture repair kit,

Temporary Mobility Kit (TMK), is used to seal

pressure (p. 430).

The emergency puncture repair kit (p. 343)

consists of a compressor and a bottle of seal-

ant. The sealing works as a temporary repair.

The sealing fluid bottle must be replaced

before its expiration date and after use. The

sealing fluid effectively seals tyres punctured

in the tread.

The emergency puncture repair kit is only

intended for sealing tyres with a puncture

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 emer-

gency puncture repair kit if they have larger

slits, cracks or similar damage. Connect the

compressor to one of the car's 12 V sockets.

Choose the socket that is nearest to the

punctured tyre.

If the compressor is connected to one of

the two 12 V sockets, in the tunnel con-

sole, no other current consumer must be

connected to the other one.

Emergency puncture repair* - operation

The compressor for temporary emergency

puncture repair has been tested and

approved by Volvo.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair* - rechecking

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(p. 345)

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Tools (p. 332)

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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 emergency puncture repair kit is located

under the floor in the cargo area.

Applies to Bi-Fuel* cars

The emergency puncture repair kit is located in

the storage compartment in the front part of the

cargo area.

The emergency puncture repair kit is only

intended for sealing tyres with a puncture

in the tread.

repair is connected to one of the two sock-

If the compressor for emergency puncture

ets (p. 157) in the tunnel console then no

other current consumer may be connected

to the other one.

The compressor for temporary emergency

puncture repair has been tested and

approved by Volvo.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair kit* - sealant

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(p. 347)

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Emergency puncture repair kit* - location

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Emergency puncture repair kit* -

overview

Overview of the component parts of the

emergency puncture repair kit, Temporary

Mobility Kit (TMK).

Label, maximum permitted speed

Switch

Cable

Bottle holder (orange cap)

Protective cap

Pressure reducing valve

Air hose

Sealing fluid bottle

Pressure gauge

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(p. 342)

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Emergency puncture repair kit* - sealant

(p. 347)

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Emergency puncture repair kit* - overview

Emergency puncture repair* -

operation

Sealing a puncture with the emergency punc-

ture repair kit, Temporary Mobility Kit (TMK).

Emergency puncture repair

For information on the function of the parts, see

(p. 343).

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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

similar, 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.

WARNING

You should not drive faster than 80 km/h

after the emergency tyre repair kit has

been used. Volvo recommends that you

visit 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.

WARNING

The sealing fluid can irritate the skin. In the

case of contact with skin, wash away the

fluid with soap and water.

3. Check that the switch is in position 0 and

locate the cable and the air hose.

Do not break the bottle's seal before use.

The seal is broken automatically when the

bottle is screwed in.

4. Unscrew the orange cap and unscrew the

bottle's stopper.

5. Screw the bottle into its holder.

WARNING

Do not unscrew the bottle, it is equipped

with a reverse catch to prevent leakage.

6. Connect the hose from the compressor to

the valve.

7. Plug the cable into the 12 V socket and

start the car.

If the compressor is connected to one of

the two 12 V sockets in the tunnel console

then no other current consumer may be

connected to the other one.

WARNING

Do not leave children in the car without

supervision when the engine is running.

8. Flick the switch to position I.

WARNING

Never stand next to the tyre when the

compressor is running. If cracks or

unevenness arise then the compressor

must be switched off immediately. The

journey should not be continued. Contact-

ing an authorised tyre centre is recom-

mended.

When the compressor starts, the pressure

can increase up to 6 bar but the pressure

drops after approximately 30 seconds.

9. Inflate the tyre for 7 minutes.

Risk of overheating. The compressor must

not run for more than 10 minutes.

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10. Switch off the compressor to check the

pressure on the pressure gauge. Mini-

mum pressure 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 then the

hole in the tyre is too big. The journey

should not be continued. Contacting an

authorised tyre centre is recommended.

11. Switch off the compressor and unplug the

cable from the 12 V socket.

12. Detach the hose from the tyre valve and

fit the valve cap.

13. As soon as possible, drive approximately

3 km at a maximum speed of 80 km/h so

that the sealing fluid can seal the tyre.

Sealant will spurt out of the puncture dur-

ing 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 distance should be at least two

metres.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair* - rechecking

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(p. 345)

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the tyre pressure table, see Tyres -

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
1. Reconnect the equipment.
2. Read the tyre pressure on the pressure

gauge.

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If it is below 1.3 bar

then the tyre is

insufficiently sealed. The journey

should not be continued. Contact a

tyre centre.

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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

approved tyre pressures (p. 430).

Release air using the pressure reduc-

ing valve if the tyre pressure is too

high.

1 bar = 100 kPa.

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WARNING

Do not unscrew the bottle, it is equipped

with a reverse catch to prevent leakage.

3. Make sure the compressor is switched

off. Detach the air hose and cable.
Fit the valve cap.

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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.

The sealing fluid bottle and the hose must

be replaced after use. Volvo recommends

that this replacement is performed by an

authorised 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

after the emergency tyre repair kit has

been used. Volvo recommends a visit to

an authorised Volvo workshop for inspec-

tion 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.

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Emergency puncture repair* - operation

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the compressor in the emergency puncture

Emergency puncture repair kit* -

inflating the tyres

The car's original tyres can be inflated using

repair kit (p. 343).

1. The compressor must be switched off.

Make sure that the switch is in position 0

and locate the cable and air hose.

2. Unscrew the wheel's dust cap and screw

in the air hose valve connection to the

bottom of the thread on the tyre's air

valve.

WARNING

Inhaling car exhaust fumes could result in

danger to life. Never leave the engine run-

ning in sealed areas or areas that lack suf-

ficient ventilation.

WARNING

Do not leave children in the car without

supervision when the engine is running.

3. Connect the cable to one of the car's

12 V sockets and start the car.

4. Start the compressor by flicking the

switch to position I.

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see Tyres - approved tyre pressures

Risk of overheating. The compressor must

not run for more than 10 minutes.

5. Inflate the tyre to the pressure specified in

accordance with the tyre pressure table,

(p. 430). Release air using the pressure

reducing valve if the tyre pressure is too

high.

6. Switch off the compressor. Detach the air

hose and cable.

7. Refit the dust cap.

Related information

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Emergency puncture repair* - rechecking

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(p. 345)

Emergency puncture repair kit* -

sealant

The container (bottle) with the emergency

puncture repair kit (p. 343) contains sealant

and it can be replaced.

Replace the bottle when the expiration date

has passed. Treat the old bottle as environ-

mentally hazardous waste.

WARNING

The bottle contains 1.2-Ethanol and natu-

ral 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.

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Volvo service programme

To keep the car as safe and reliable as possi-

ble, 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

maintenance work. Volvo workshops have the

personnel, special tools and service literature

to guarantee the highest quality of service.