Volvo C70 Convertible (2010 year). Manual

05 Locks and alarm

Locking and unlocking

128

Locking/unlocking the vehicle from the
inside

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The switches near the door opening handles on
either door can be used to lock or unlock both
doors and the trunk, and to set the alarm.

Unlocking: Press the upper section of the
switch.

Locking: Press the lower section of the
lock button.

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Lock indicator light

Lock indicator lights

An indicator light in each door will illuminate for
approximately 5 minutes after the car has been
locked using the remote key.

•

If doors are locked: The indicator lights will
flash once.

•

If doors are Unlocked: The indicator lights
will flash twice

•

During driving with doors locked: The indi-
cator lights will be Off.

NOTE

•

The doors cannot be opened by pulling
up the lock buttons.

•

If both doors are closed when a lock
button is pressed, the alarm will not be
armed.

•

Each door can also be locked manually
using the lock button on that particular
door. This applies only if the car has not
been locked from the outside.

•

The doors can also be unlocked (and
the door opened) by pulling the handle
in the door twice.

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Locking and unlocking

129

Opening the trunk from the inside

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The vehicle is equipped with a florescent han-
dle on the inside of the trunk lid, which can be
used in an emergency situation to open the
trunk from the inside.

•

Pull the handle down to release the trunk
lid.

After use, the handle must be pushed back into
its original position before the trunk can be
closed.

Mechanically opening the trunk

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Fold down the driver’s seat backrest to
access the keyhole near the floor of the
rear seat.

Fold up the tab covering the key hole.

Insert the key blade in the keyhole and turn
it 110 degrees clockwise.

CAUTION

This function should never be used when
the power retractable hard top is in motion.
This could cause damage to the trunk lid/
hard top.

Locking the glove compartment

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The glove compartment can only be locked
and unlocked using the detachable key blade
on the remote key, see page 119 for informa-
tion on removing the key blade from the remote
key.

Insert the key blade in the glove compart-
ment lock.

Turn the key blade 90 degrees clockwise.

Remove the key blade from the lock.

Unlock the glove compartment in the reverse
order.

U.S. models only.

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Alarm*

130

Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

The alarm system

The alarm is automatically armed whenever the
car is locked with the remote key, or if a front
lock button is depressed.

When armed, the alarm continuously monitors
a number of points on the car. The following
conditions will trigger the alarm:

•

The hood is forced open.

•

The trunk is forced open.

•

A door is forced open.

•

The ignition switch is tampered with

•

An attempt is made to start the car with a
non-approved key (a key not coded to the
car's ignition).

•

If there is movement in the passenger com-
partment (if the car is equipped with the
optional movement sensor).

•

The car is lifted or towed (if the car is equip-
ped with the optional inclination sensor)

•

The battery is disconnected (while the
alarm is armed).

•

The siren is disconnected when the alarm
is disarmed.

•

The alarm system functions in the same
way, regardless of whether the power
retractable hard top is raised or lowered.

The alarm indicator light

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Alarm indicator light

The status of the alarm system is indicated by
the indicator light on at the top of the dash-
board (see the illustration):

•

Indicator light off – the alarm is not armed

•

The indicator light flashes every two sec-
onds – the alarm is armed

•

The indicator light flashes rapidly before
the ignition is switched on – the alarm has
been triggered. The message

ALARM

TRIGGERED

CHECK CAR

will also be

displayed.

•

Fault in the alarm system: If a fault has
been detected in the alarm system, a mes-
sage will be shown in the information dis-
play. Contact your Volvo retailer to have
the alarm system inspected and repaired if
necessary.

Arming the alarm

Press the LOCK button on the remote key,
or press the central lock button on one of
the front doors with the door open. One
long flash of the turn signals will confirm
that the alarm is armed.

Disarming the alarm

Press the UNLOCK button on the remote
key or insert the key in the ignition

to dis-

arm the alarm. Two short flashes from the
car's direction indicators confirm that the
alarm has been deactivated and that all
doors are unlocked.

On vehicles with the optional keyless drive, press in the start control in the ignition switch.

05 Locks and alarm

Alarm*

Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

131

Turning off (stopping) the alarm

If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by
pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote
key or by inserting the key in the ignition switch.
The driver's door must first be unlocked with
the key blade.

NOTE

On vehicles equipped with the optional key-
less drive, the start control must be
removed from the ignition switch before the
key can be inserted, see page 145 for
instructions.

Audible/visual alarm signal

An audible alarm signal is given by a battery
powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for
30 seconds.

NOTE

The visual alarm signal is given by flashing
all turn signals and turning on the interior
lighting for approximately 5 minutes.

Temporarily turning off the accessory
alarm sensor(s)

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Display

MENU

EXIT

ENTER

Menu navigation controls

In certain situations it may be desirable to turn
off the accessory inclination and movement
alarm sensors, and the double locking function
if, for example, you drive your vehicle onto a
ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger
the alarm or if a pet is left in the vehicle with the
doors locked.

To do so:

Press MENU to enter the menu system and
scroll to

Car settings

(for a more detailed

description of the menus, see page 75.

Select

Reduced guard

Select

Activate once

and the message

Reduced guard – See manual

will

appear in the information display. The
alarm sensors and/or double locking func-
tion will be turned off when the vehicle is
locked.

Select

Ask on exit

. Each time the ignition

key is turned to position 0, the message

Press ENTER to reduce guard until
engine is started. Press EXIT to
cancel

will be displayed. Select one of the

alternatives:

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Alarm*

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

•

If the alarm sensors are to be deactivated,
press ENTER and then lock the vehicle.

•

If the vehicle is equipped with the double
locking function, it will be deactivated at
the same time.

The next time the ignition key is turned to posi-
tion II, the sensors will be reactivated and

Full

guard

will displayed.

•

If you do not wish to deactivate the sen-
sors, do not choose an alternative and lock
the vehicle or press EXIT and lock the vehi-
cle.

CAUTION

•

The accessory sensors are automati-
cally reconnected to the alarm system
the next time the vehicle is unlocked
and then locked again.

•

This function will not turn off the vehi-
cle's standard alarm.

U.S.A. FCC ID: MAYDA 5823(3)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following con-
ditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interfer-
ence that may cause undesired operation.

Canada IC: 4405A-DA 5823(3)

Movement sensor DA5823 by Dynex Operation
is subject to the following conditions: (1) this
device may not cause interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired opera-
tion of the device.

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General information

136

Economical driving conserves natural
resources

Better driving economy may be obtained by
thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops
and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to
immediate traffic conditions.

Observe the following rules:

•

Bring the engine to normal operating tem-
perature as soon as possible by driving
with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for
the first few minutes of operation. A cold
engine uses more fuel and is subject to
increased wear.

•

Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle
for driving short distances. This does not
allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature.

•

Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration
and hard braking.

•

Use the transmission's Drive (D) position
as often as possible and avoid using kick-
down.

•

Do not exceed posted speed limits.

•

Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra
load) in the vehicle.

•

Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire
pressure regularly (when tires are cold).

•

Remove snow tires when threat of snow or
ice has ended.

•

At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-
tion will be lower with the air conditioning
on and the windows closed than with the
air conditioning off and the windows open.

•

Using the onboard trip computer's fuel
consumption modes can help you learn
how to drive more economically.

Other factors that decrease gas mileage
are:

•

Dirty air cleaner

•

Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter

•

Dragging brakes

•

Incorrect front end alignment

Some of the above mentioned items and others
are checked at the standard maintenance
intervals.

WARNING

Driving with the trunk open: Driving with
the trunk open could lead to poisonous
exhaust gases entering the passenger com-
partment. If the trunk must be kept open for
any reason, proceed as follows:

Close the windows.

Set the ventilation system control to air
flow to floor, windshield and side win-
dows and the blower control to its high-
est setting.

Weight distribution affects handling

At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a
tendency to understeer, which means that the
steering wheel has to be turned more than
might seem appropriate for the curvature of a
bend. This ensures good stability and reduces
the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that
these properties can alter with the vehicle load.
The heavier the load in the cargo area, the less
the tendency to understeer.

Handling, roadholding

Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure
all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check
that the tires are inflated to the recommended
pressure according to the vehicle load. See the
"Tire pressure" section. Loads should be dis-
tributed so that capacity weight or maximum
permissible axle loads are not exceeded.

Driving through water

The vehicle can be driven through water up to
a depth of approximately 9 in. (25 cm), at a
maximum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h).

•

Take particular care when driving through
flowing water.

•

Clean the electrical connections for trailer
wiring after driving in mud or water

•

When driving through water, maintain low
speed and do not stop in the water.

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WARNING

After driving through water, press lightly on
the brake pedal to ensure that the brakes
are functioning normally. Water or mud can
make the brake linings slippery, resulting in
delayed braking effect.

CAUTION

•

Engine damage will occur if water is
drawn into the air cleaner.

•

If the vehicle is driven through water
deeper than 9 in. (25 cm), water may
enter the differential and the transmis-
sion. This reduces the oil's lubricating
capacity and may shorten the service
life of these components.

•

Do not allow the vehicle to stand in
water up to the door sills longer than
absolutely necessary. This could result
in electrical malfunctions.

•

If the engine has been stopped while the
car is in water, do not attempt to restart
the engine. Have the car towed out of
the water.

Cold weather precautions

If you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:

•

Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to –31 °F
(–35 °C). See section "Coolant". The use of
"recycled" antifreeze is not approved by
Volvo. Different types of antifreeze must
not be mixed.

•

Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
Your Volvo retailer stocks plenty of Volvo
engine coolant to help protect your vehicle
during cold weather.

•

Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this
prevents the formation of condensation in
the tank. In addition, in extremely cold
weather conditions it is worthwhile to add
fuel line de-icer before refueling.

•

The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par-
ticularly the synthetic type

, is recom-

mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but
do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving

or in warm weather, see page 271 for more
information.

•

The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-
ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil
on the battery posts.

•

Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving – see
the chapter "Wheels and tires."

•

To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from
freezing, add washer solvents containing
antifreeze (see page 213 for the location of
the washer fluid reservoir). This is impor-
tant since dirt is often splashed on the
windshield during winter driving, requiring
the frequent use of the washers and wip-
ers. Volvo Washer Solvent should be dilu-
ted as follows: Down to 14 °F (–10 °C):
1 part washer solvent and 4 parts water
Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part washer sol-
vent and 3 parts water Down to 0 °F
(–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and 2 parts

Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance intervals except at owner request and at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.

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water Down to –18 °F (–28 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 1 part water.

•

Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.

NOTE

Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can
cause damage to the locks.

Conserving electrical current

Keep the following in mind to help minimize
battery drain:

•

When the engine is not running, avoid turn-
ing the ignition key to position II. Many
electrical systems (the audio system, the
optional navigation system, power win-
dows, etc) will function with the ignition key
in position I. This position reduces drain on
the battery.

•

Please keep in mind that using systems,
accessories, etc that consume a great deal
of current when the engine is not running
could result in the battery being completely
drained.

•

The optional 12 volt socket in the trunk
(certain models only) provides electrical
current even with the ignition switched off,
which drains the battery.

NOTE

•

If the ignition is switched on, a warning
message will be displayed in the text
window in the instrument panel when
the battery charge is low.

•

An energy conserving function
designed into the vehicle's electrical
system will switch off certain functions
or reduce the load on the battery by,
e.g., reducing the audio system's vol-
ume.

Before a long distance trip

It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked at a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician before driving long distances.
Your trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician will also be able to supply you with
bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.

As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:

•

Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.

•

Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage

•

Have the transmission oil level checked

•

Check condition of drive belts.

•

Check state of the battery's charge.

•

Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.

•

The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by your
Volvo retailer only.

•

Check all lights, including high beams.

•

Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.

•

Have a word with your Volvo retailer if you
intend to drive in countries where it may be
difficult to obtain the correct fuel.

•

Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.

To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not inspect your vehicle's transmission fluid yourself. Have your vehicle's transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo service technician.

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Fuel requirements

139

Octane rating

Minimum octane

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Typical pump octane label

Volvo recommends premium fuel for best per-
formance, but using 87 octane or above will not
affect engine reliability.

Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated
horsepower, torque, and fuel economy per-
formance using premium 91 octane fuel.

Demanding driving

In demanding driving conditions, such as oper-
ating the vehicle in hot weather, towing a trailer,
or driving for extended periods at higher alti-
tudes than normal, it may be advisable to
switch to higher octane fuel (91 or higher) or to
change gasoline brands to fully utilize your

engine's capacity, and for the smoothest pos-
sible operation.

NOTE

When switching to higher octane fuel or
changing gasoline brands, it may be neces-
sary to fill the tank more than once before a
difference in engine operation is noticeable.

Fuel Formulations

Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a
knock inhibitor, and do not use lead additives.
Besides damaging the exhaust emission con-
trol systems on your vehicle, lead has been
strongly linked to certain forms of cancer.

Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent.
Unburned benzene has been strongly linked to
certain forms of cancer. If you live in an area
where you must fill your own gas tank, take
precautions. These may include:

•

standing upwind away from the filler nozzle
while refueling

•

refueling only at gas stations with vapor
recovery systems that fully seal the mouth
of the filler neck during refueling

•

wearing neoprene gloves while handling a
fuel filler nozzle.

Use of Additives

With the exception of gas line antifreeze during
winter months, do not add solvents, thicken-
ers, or other store-bought additives to your
vehicle's fuel, cooling, or lubricating systems.
Overuse may damage your engine, and some
of these additives contain organically volatile
chemicals. Do not needlessly expose yourself
to these chemicals.

WARNING

Never carry a cell phone that is switched
on while refueling your vehicle. If the phone
rings, this may cause a spark that could
ignite gasoline fumes, resulting in fire and
injury.

WARNING

Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless,
and odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust
gases. If you ever smell exhaust fumes
inside the vehicle, make sure the passenger
compartment is ventilated, and immediately
return the vehicle to a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for correction.

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140

Deposit control gasoline (detergent
additives)

Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas-
oline to control engine deposits. Detergent
gasoline is effective in keeping injectors and
intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit
control gasolines will help ensure good driva-
bility and fuel economy. If you are not sure
whether the gasoline contains deposit control
additives, check with the service station oper-
ator.

NOTE

Volvo does not recommend the use of
store-bought fuel injector cleaning addi-
tives.

Unleaded fuel

Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter
and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and
Canadian regulations require that pumps deliv-
ering unleaded gasoline be labelled "UNLEA-
DED". Only these pumps have nozzles which
fit your vehicle's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dis-
pense leaded fuel into a vehicle labelled
"unleaded gasoline only". Leaded gasoline
damages the three-way catalytic converter and
the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated
use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effective-

ness of the emission control system and could
result in loss of emission warranty coverage.
State and local vehicle inspection programs
will make detection of misfueling easier, pos-
sibly resulting in emission test failure for mis-
fueled vehicles.

NOTE

Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain
an octane enhancing additive called methyl-
cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission
Control System performance may be affec-
ted, and the Check Engine Light (malfunc-
tion indicator lamp) located on your instru-
ment panel may light. If this occurs, please
return your vehicle to a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for maintenance.

Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing
"oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or
ethers. In some areas, state or local laws
require that the service pump be marked indi-
cating use of alcohols or ethers. However,
there are areas in which the pumps are
unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is
alcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check
with the service station operator. To meet sea-
sonal air quality standards, some areas require
the use of "oxygenated" fuel. Volvo allows the

use of the following "oxygenated" fuels; how-
ever, the octane ratings listed on this page
must still be met.

Alcohol – Ethanol: Fuels containing up to 10%
ethanol by volume may be used. Ethanol may
also be referred to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gaso-
hol".

Ethers – MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15%
MTBE may be used.

Methanol

Do not use gasolines containing methanol
(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice
can result in vehicle performance deterioration
and can damage critical parts in the fuel sys-
tem. Such damage may not be covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Fuel filler door

Press the button on the light switch panel (see
the illustration on page 59) with the ignition
switched off to unlock the fuel filler door.
Please note that the fuel filler door will remain
unlocked until the vehicle begins to move for-
ward. An audible click will be heard when the
fuel filler door relocks.

If you intend to leave your vehicle while it is
being refueled, this feature enables you to lock
the doors/trunk while leaving the fuel filler door
unlocked.

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141

You can also keep the vehicle locked if you
remain inside it during refueling. The central
locking button does not lock the fuel filler door.

Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and
is completely closed after refueling. Open the
fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather.

Refueling

The fuel tank is designed to accommodate
possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather,
see page 269 for fuel tank volume. Be aware
that the "usable" tank capacity will be some-
what less than the specified maximum. When
the fuel level is low, such factors as ambient
temperature, the fuel's "Reid vapor pressure"
characteristics, and terrain can affect the fuel
pump's ability to supply the engine with an
adequate supply of fuel. Therefore, it is advis-
able to refuel as soon as possible when the
needle nears the red zone, or when the fuel
warning light comes on.

CAUTION

•

Do not refuel with the engine running

Turn the ignition off or to position I. If the
ignition is on, an incorrect reading could
occur in the fuel gauge

•

After refueling, close the fuel filler cap
by turning it clockwise until it clicks into
place.

•

Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do not
press the handle on the filler nozzle
more than one extra time. Too much fuel
in the tank in hot weather conditions can
cause the fuel to overflow. Overfilling
could also cause damage to the emis-
sion control systems.

•

Avoid spilling gasoline during refueling.
In addition to causing damage to the
environment, gasolines containing
alcohol can cause damage to painted
surfaces, which may not be covered
under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.

•

Do not use gasolines containing meth-
anol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol).
This practice can result in vehicle per-
formance deterioration and can dam-
age critical parts in the fuel system.
Such damage may not be covered

under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.

If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle’s
performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

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Ignition switch

142

Ignition switch positions

0 – Locked position

Remove the key to lock the
steering wheel

. Never turn

the key to position 0 while
driving or when the vehicle is
being towed.

NOTE

A ticking sound may be audible if the key is
turned to a position between 0 and I. To
stop this sound, turn the key to position II
and back to position 0.

I – Intermediate position

Certain accessories, radio,
etc. on, daytime running lights
off.

II – Drive position

The key's position when driv-
ing. The vehicle's entire elec-
trical system is activated.

III – Start position

Turn the key to this position
and release it immediately.
The key returns automatically
to the Drive position.

A chime will sound if the key
is left in the ignition and the

driver's door is opened (does not apply to vehi-
cles with the optional keyless drive).

Automatic transmission: the gear selector must be in the Park position. The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed.

Please be aware that leaving the key in this positions I or II will increase battery drain.

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To start the engine

WARNING

Before starting, check that the seat, steering
wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly.
Make sure the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Adjust the seat if
necessary.

Fasten the seat belt.

Apply the parking brake if not already set.
The gear selector should be locked in the
Park (P) position (Shiftlock). See also page
149.

Manual transmission: The clutch must be
fully depressed.

NOTE

After a cold start, idle speed may be notice-
ably higher than normal for a short period.
This is done to help bring components in the
emission control system to their normal
operating temperature as quickly as possi-
ble, which enables them to control emis-
sions and help reduce the vehicle's impact
on the environment.

The vehicle is equipped with an autostart
feature. Without touching the throttle
pedal, turn the key to position III and
release it. The starter motor will then oper-
ate automatically (for up to ten seconds)
until the engine starts. If the engine fails to
start, repeat this step.

To release the gear selector from the Park
(P) position, the engine must be running (or
the ignition key must be in position II) and
the brake pedal must be depressed.

Select the desired gear. On models with an
automatic transmission, the gear engages
after a very slight delay which is especially
noticeable when selecting R.

NOTE

•

Immobilizer: If two of the keys to your
vehicle are close together, e.g., on the
same key ring when you try to start the
vehicle, this could cause interference in
the immobilizer system and result in the
vehicle not starting. If this should occur,
remove one of the keys from the key
ring before trying to start the vehicle
again.

•

Keylock: Models equipped an auto-
matic transmission have a keylock sys-
tem. When the engine is switched off,
the gear selector must be in the Park
(P) position before the key can be
removed from the ignition switch

•

When starting in cold weather, the
transmission may shift up at slightly
higher engine speeds than normal until
the automatic transmission fluid rea-
ches normal operating temperature.

•

Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.

The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed from the ignition switch.

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WARNING

Volvo's floor mats are specially manufac-
tured for your car. They must be firmly
secured in the clips on the floor so that they
cannot slide and become trapped under the
pedals on the driver's side.

•

Always place the gear selector in Park
(P) (manual transmission: first or reverse
gear) and apply the parking brake
before leaving the vehicle.and apply the
parking brake before leaving the vehi-
cle. Never leave the vehicle unattended
with the engine running.

•

Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monox-
ide, which is invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.

CAUTION

Automatic transmission: The engine
should be idling when you move the gear
selector. Never accelerate until after you
feel the transmission engage! Accelerating
immediately after selecting a gear will cause
harsh engagement and premature trans-
mission wear. Selecting P or N when idling
at a standstill for prolonged periods of time
will help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.

06 Starting and driving

Starting the vehicle with keyless drive*

Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

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Starting a vehicle with keyless drive

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Keyless drive makes it possible to unlock, start
and lock the vehicle without using a remote
key.

A start control is fitted in the ignition switch on
vehicles equipped with the optional keyless
drive. This control is used in the same way as
the ignition key to start the engine. See also
page 143 for general information on starting
the engine.

NOTE

A keyless drive remote key must be inside
the vehicle in order to start the engine.

Press the brake pedal (the clutch pedal
must also be fully depressed on models
with a manual transmission).

Press in the keyless drive start control and
turn it to position III.

NOTE

The vehicle is equipped with an autostart
function that makes it possible to start the
engine without holding the start control in
position III. Turn the start control to posi-
tion III and release it. The starter motor will
then operate automatically (for up to ten
seconds) until the engine starts.

Starting the vehicle with the ignition key
(remote key)

A vehicle with keyless drive can also be started
with the ignition key (if, for example, the battery
in the keyless drive remote key is weak). To do
so:

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Removing the keyless drive start control

Press the catch on the side of the start con-

trol (see the illustration).

Pull the keyless drive start control out of the

ignition switch.

Insert the remote key into the ignition switch

and turn it to position III to start the engine,
page 143 for complete starting information.

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