Volvo V70X, C70 (2010 year). Instruction

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Wiper blades and washer fluid

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Wiper blades

The windshield wiper blades are different
lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is longer
than the one on the passenger side.

Service position

The wiper blades must be in the service (verti-
cal) position for replacement or washing.

Switch off the ignition (ignition mode 0, see
page 77) and keep the remote key in the
ignition slot

Move the right steering wheel lever up and
hold it for at least 1 second. The wipers will
then move to the vertical position on the
windshield.

The wipers will return to the normal position
when the vehicle is started.

Replacing the windshield wiper blades

With the wipers in the service position, fold
out the wiper arm from the windshield.
Press the button on the wiper blade attach-
ment and pull the wiper blade straight out,
parallel with the wiper arm.

Slide in the new wiper blade until it clicks
into place.

Check that the blade is securely in place.

Cleaning

Keeping the windshield and wiper blades clean
helps improve visibility and prolongs the serv-
ice life of the wiper blades. Clean the wiper
blades with a stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm
soap solution or car washing detergent.

Does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.

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Replacing the tailgate wiper blade

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Fold the wiper arm outward.

Grasp the inner section of wiper blade (at
the arrow).

Pull out the blade to release it from the
wiper arm.

Press the new wiper blade into place and
check that it seats securely.

Fold the wiper arm back toward the tailgate
window.

Filling washer fluid

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Location of the washer fluid reservoir

The windshield and headlight washers share a
common reservoir.

The washer fluid reservoir is located on the
driver's side of the engine compartment. Dur-
ing cold weather, the reservoir should be filled
with windshield washer solvent containing
antifreeze. For capacities, see page 277.

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Warning symbols on the battery

Wear protective goggles.

Keep away from children.

Avoid smoking, open flames,
and/or sparks.

See the owner's manual.

Contains corrosive acid.

Risk of explosion

NOTE

A used battery should be disposed of in an
environmentally responsible manner. Con-
sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery to
a recycling station.

Handling

•

Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and tightened.

•

Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running (for example, when
replacing the battery).

•

If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.

•

The service life of a battery is affected by
factors such as driving conditions and cli-
mate. Extreme cold may also further
decrease the battery’s starting capacity.

•

Because the battery’s starting capacity
decreases with time, it may be necessary
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven for
an extended period of time or if the vehicle
is usually only driven short distances.

Never use a quick charger to charge the bat-
tery.

WARNING

•

Never expose the battery to open flame
or electric spark.

•

Do not smoke near the battery.

•

Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do
not allow battery fluid to contact eyes,
skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If con-
tact occurs, flush the affected area
immediately with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.

NOTE

The life of the battery is shortened if it
becomes discharged repeatedly.

Maintenance

•

Use a screw driver to open the caps or
cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.

•

If necessary, add distilled water. The level
should never be above the indicator.

•

The fluid level should be checked if the
battery has been recharged.

•

After inspection, be sure the cap over each
battery cell or the cover is securely in
place.

•

Check that the battery cables are correctly
connected and properly tightened.

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•

Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running, or when the key is in the
ignition. This could damage the vehicle's
electrical system.

•

The battery should be disconnected from
the vehicle when a battery charger is used
directly on the battery.

•

To help keep the battery in good condition,
the vehicle should be driven for at least 15
minutes a week or connected to a charger
with an automatic charging function.

•

If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
Keeping the battery fully charged helps
prolong its service life.

•

The service life of a battery is affected by
factors such as driving conditions and cli-
mate. Extreme cold may also further
decrease the battery’s starting capacity.

•

CAUTION

•

Always use distilled or deionized water
(battery water).

•

Never fill above the level mark in the cell.

Changing

WARNING

Connect and disconnect the positive and
negative cables in the correct sequence.

Removal

Switch off the ignition and wait at least
5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so

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that all information in the vehicle's electrical
system can be stored in the control modules.

Open the clips on the front cover and
remove the cover.

Release the rubber moulding so that the
rear cover is free.

Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.

Detach the black negative cable.

Detach the red positive cable

Detach the ventilation hose from the

battery

Loosen the screw holding the battery

clamp.

Move the battery to the side and lift it up.

WARNING

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!

Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.

Installation

Lower the battery into the battery box.

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Move the battery inward and to the side
until it reaches the rear edge of the box.

Screw in the battery with the screw in the
clamp.

Connect the ventilation hose.

Connect the red positive cable.

Connect the black negative cable.

Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).

Reinstall the cold section moulding. (See
Removal).

Reinstall the front cover and secure it with
the clips. (See Removal).

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Fuses

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Replacing fuses

There are relay/fuse boxes located in the
engine compartment, the passenger compart-
ment, and the cargo area.

If an electrical component fails to function, this
may be due to a blown fuse. The easiest way
to see if a fuse is blown is to remove it.

To do so:

Pull the fuse straight out. If a fuse is difficult
to remove, special fuse removal tools are
located on the inside of the fuse box cov-
ers.

From the side, examine the curved metal
wire in the fuse to see if it is intact.

If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the
same color and amperage (written on the fuse).

If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical
system inspected by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.

WARNING

Never use metal objects or fuses with higher
amperage than those stated on the follow-
ing pages. Doing so could seriously damage
or overload the vehicle's electrical system.

Location of the fuse boxes

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Under the glove compartment

Engine compartment

Cargo area

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Fuses

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Engine compartment, upper

Engine compartment, front

Engine compartment, lower

Positions

These fuses are all located in the engine com-
partment box. Fuses in

are located under

NOTE

•

Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be
changed at any time when necessary.

•

Fuses 1 – 15, 34 and 42 – 44 are relays/
circuit breakers and should only be
removed or replaced by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.

•

There is a special fuse removal tool on
the underside of the cover.

Function

Circuit breaker

Function

Circuit breaker

–

Windshield wipers

–

Climate system blower

–

ABS pump

ABS valves

–

Active Bending Lights. Head-
light leveling*

Central electrical module

Radar. ACC control module*

Speed related power steering

Function

Engine Control Module (ECM),
transmission, SRS

Heated washer nozzles

Vacuum pump I5T

Lighting panel

Headlight washers

12-volt socket, front and rear
seat

Rear Seat Entertainment
(RSE)*

Moonroof*, ceiling console/
ECC*

Engine compartment box

Auxiliary lights*

Horn

Engine Control Module (ECM)

Control module, automatic
transmission

Compressor A/C

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Function

Coils

Starter motor relay

Ignition coils

Engine Control Module (ECM),
throttle

Injection system

Engine valves

EVAP/heated oxygen sensor/
Injection

Crank case ventilation heater

Fuel leakage detection

–

Cooling fan

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Fuses

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Under the glove compartment

Fold aside the iupholstery covering the fuse
box.

Press the cover's lock and fold it up.

The fuses are accessible.

Positions

Function

Rain sensor*

SRS system

ABS brakes. Electric parking
brake

Function

Accelerator pedal, heated
seats*

7.5

–

ICM display, CD & Radio

Steering wheel module

7.5

–

High beam

Function

Moonroof*

Backup lights

7.5

–

Front fog light*

Windshield washers

Adaptive cruise control ACC*

–

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Function

Overhead courtesy lighting,
Control panel driver's door/
Power passenger seat*

7.5

Information display

Power driver's seat*

Tailgate wiper

Remote key receiver, Alarm
sensors

Fuel pump

Electric steering column lock

–

Lock, tank/tailgate

Alarm siren. ECC

START/STOP ENGINE button

Brake light switch

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Fuses

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Cargo area

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Located behind the upholstery on the left side of the cargo area

Positions

Module A (black). Func-
tion

Switches in driver's door

Switches in passenger's door

Switches in rear door, driver's
side

Switches in rear door, pas-
senger's side

Module A (black). Func-
tion

–

12-V socket in cargo area,
cooler*

Rear window defroster

Trailer socket 2*

Module A (black). Func-
tion

Power driver's seat*

Trailer socket 1*

Power tailgate*

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Module B (white). Func-
tion

–

Active Chassis System* con-
trol module

Heated driver's seat*

Heated passenger's seat*

Rear seat heater, passenger's
side *

AWD control module

Rear seat heater, driver's
side*

–

Power passenger's seat*

Keyless drive*

Electric parking brake – driv-
er's side*

Electric parking brake – pas-
senger's side

Module D (blue). Func-
tion

Navigation system display*

–

Subwoofer*

SIRIUS satellite radio*

Audio amplifier*

Audio system

–

reserve

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Wheels and tires

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Introduction

Your vehicle is equipped with tires according
to the vehicle's tire information placard on the
B-pillar (the structural member at the side of
the vehicle, at the rear of the driver's door
opening), or on the inside of the fuel filler door
on Canadian models.

CAUTION

Some Volvo models are equipped with an
Ultra High Performance tire and wheel com-
bination designed to provide maximum dry
pavement performance with consideration
for hydroplaning resistance. As such, they
may be more susceptible to road hazard
damage and, depending on driving condi-
tions, may achieve a tread life of less than
20,000 miles (30,000 km). Even if this vehi-
cle is equipped with Volvo’s advanced AWD
or DSTC system, these tires are not
designed for winter driving, and should be
replaced with winter tires when weather
conditions dictate.

The tires have good road holding characteris-
tics and offer good handling on dry and wet
surfaces. It should be noted however that the
tires have been developed to give these fea-
tures on snow/ice-free surfaces.

Certain models are equipped with "all-season"
tires, which provide a somewhat higher degree

of road holding on slippery surfaces than tires
without the "all-season" rating. However, for
optimum road holding on icy or snow-covered
roads, we recommend suitable winter tires on
all four wheels.

When replacing tires, be sure that the new tires
are the same size designation, type (radial) and
preferably from the same manufacturer, on all
four wheels. Otherwise there is a risk of altering
the car's roadholding and handling characte-
ristics.

New Tires

Remember that tires are perishable goods. As
of 2000, the manufacturing week and year
(Department of Transportation (DOT) stamp)
will be indicated with 4 digits (e.g. 1502 means
that the tire illustrated was manufactured dur-
ing week 15 of 2002).

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Tire age

Tires degrade over time, even when they are
not being used. It is recommended that tires
generally be replaced after 6 years of normal
service. Heat caused by hot climates, frequent
high loading conditions or Ultra Violet (U.V)
exposure can accelerate the aging process.

You should replace the spare tire when you
replace the other road tires due to the aging of
the spare.

A tire's age can be determined by the DOT
stamp on the sidewall (see the illustration).

A tire with e.g., visible cracks or discoloration
should be replaced immediately.

Improving tire economy

•

Maintain correct tire pressure. For the tire
pressure tables, see pages 247 and 247.

•

Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard
braking and tire screeching.

•

Tire wear increases with speed.

•

Correct front wheel alignment is very
important.

•

Unbalanced wheels impair tire economy
and driving comfort.

•

Tires must maintain the same direction of
rotation throughout their lifetime.

•

When replacing tires, the tires with the
most tread should be mounted on the rear

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wheels to reduce the chance of oversteer
during hard braking.

•

Hitting curbs or potholes can damage the
tires and/or wheels permanently.

Summer and winter tires

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The arrows shows the direction of rotation of the
tire

•

When switching between summer and
winter tires, mark the tires to indicate
where they were mounted on the car, e.g.,
LF = left front, RR = right rear

•

Tires with tread designed to roll in only one
direction are marked with an arrow on the
sidewall.

•

Incorrectly mounted tires impair the car's
braking properties and ability to force
aside rain, snow and slush.

•

The tires with the most tread should always
be at the rear (to reduce the risk of skid-
ding).

•

Contact a Volvo workshop if you are
unsure about the tread depth.

Storing wheels and tires

When storing complete wheels (tires mounted
on rims), they should be suspended off the
floor or placed on their sides on the floor.

Tires not mounted on rims should be stored on
their sides or standing upright, but should not
be suspended.

CAUTION

Tires should preferably be stored in a cool,
dry, dark place, and should never be stored
in close proximity to solvents, gasoline, oils,
etc.

WARNING

•

The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo
are specified to meet stringent stability
and handling requirements. Unap-
proved wheel/tire size combinations
can negatively affect your vehicle's sta-
bility and handling. Approved tire sizes
are shown in the tire inflation pressure
tables on pages 247 and 247.

•

Any damage caused by installation of
unapproved wheel/tire size combina-
tions will not be covered by your new
vehicle warranty. Volvo assumes no
responsibility for death, injury, or
expenses that may result from such
installations.

Tire wear

Tire rotation

Tire wear is affected by a number of factors
such as tire inflation, ambient temperature,
driving style, etc. Your vehicle is driven mainly
by the front tires, which will wear faster.

If the tires are rotated, they should only be
moved from front to back or vice versa. They
should never be rotated left to right/right to left.

However, tire rotation, done at the recom-
mended intervals, is one way of helping to keep

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tread wear as even as possible and will help
you get maximum mileage from your tires.

Ideally, tire rotation should be done the first
time after approximately 3,000 miles
(5, 000 km) and thereafter at 6,000 mile
(10,000 km) intervals.

Tire rotation should only be performed if front/
rear tire wear is fairly even and tread height is
above 1/16" (1.6 mm).

NOTE

Tire rotation is not included in regularly
scheduled maintenance and is performed
only at customer request, at additional
charge.

Your Volvo retailer can also provide guidance
based on your particular driving circumstan-
ces.

Tread wear indicator

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The tires have wear indicator strips running
across or parallel to the tread. The letters TWI
are printed on the side of the tire. When
approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) is left on the
tread, these strips become visible and indicate
that the tire should be replaced. Tires with less
than 1/16" (1.6 mm) tread offer very poor trac-
tion.

When replacing worn tires, it is recommended
that the tire be identical in type (radial) and size
as the one being replaced. Using a tire of the
same make (manufacturer) will prevent altera-
tion of the driving characteristics of the vehicle.

Tire inflation

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Tire inflation placard on U.S. models

Tire inflation

Check tire inflation pressure regularly.

Tables listing the recommended inflation pres-
sure for your vehicle can be found on pages
247 and 247. A tire inflation pressure placard
is also located on the driver's side B-pillar (the
structural member at the side of the vehicle, at
the rear of the driver's door opening). This plac-
ard indicates the designation of the factory-
mounted tires on your vehicle, as well as load
limits and inflation pressure.

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