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Active Eco Coast: Long coasting without
engine braking = Low consumption

and

•

Deactivated ECO function: Short coasting
with engine braking = Minimum consump-
tion.

NOTE

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 accelerator
pedal is fully released, in combination with the
following parameters:

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ECO button activated

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Gear selector in D position

•

Speed within the range of
approx. 65-140 km/h (40-87 mph)

•

The road's downhill gradient is not steeper
than approx. 6%.

Deactivate Eco Coast

In certain situations it may be desirable to deacti-
vate the Eco Coast function. Examples of such
situations include:

•

on steep downhill gradients - to be able to
use engine braking.

•

before an imminent overtaking manoeuvre -
in order to be able to complete it in the saf-
est 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+/-" posi-
tion.

•

Change gear with the steering wheel paddle
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 (40-87 mph)

More information and settings

The car's menu system MY CAR contains further
information on the ECO concept - see the sec-
tion MY CAR (p. 109).

Related information

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General information on climate control
(p. 120)

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Foot brake

The foot brake is part of the brake system.

The car is equipped with two brake circuits for
safety reasons. If a brake circuit is damaged then
the brake pedal will engage deeper and a higher
pressure 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. 282)*

function, the pedal returns more slowly than
usual to normal position if the car is parked on a
gradient or on an uneven surface.

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 condi-
tions (p. 407).

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 nec-
essary to depress the brake harder. For this rea-
son, 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 prevailing traffic sit-
uation into account when braking.

Braking on salted roads

When driving on salted roads a layer of salt may
form on the brake discs and brake linings. This
may extend braking distance. For this reason,
keep an extra large safety distance 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 possible,
follow the Volvo service intervals as specified in
the Service and Warranty Booklet.

New and replaced brake linings and brake discs
do not provide optimal braking effect until they
have been "worn in" a few hundred kilometres.
Compensate for the reduced braking effect by
depressing the brake pedal harder. Volvo recom-
mends only fitting brake linings that are approved
for your Volvo.

IMPORTANT

The wear on the brake system's components
must be checked regularly.

Contact a workshop for information about the
procedure or engage a workshop to carry out
the inspection - an authorised Volvo work-
shop is recommended.

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.

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WARNING

and

illuminate at the same

time, there may be a fault in the brake system.
If the level in the brake fluid reservoir is nor-

mal at this stage, drive carefully to the nearest

workshop and have the brake system checked

- an authorised Volvo workshop is recom-

mended.
If the brake fluid is below the MIN level in the

brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further

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

investigated.

Related information

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Parking brake (p. 297)

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Foot brake - emergency brake lights and
automatic hazard warning flashers (p. 295)

•

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance
(p. 296)

•

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system
(p. 295)

Foot brake - anti-lock braking

system

The anti-lock braking system, ABS (Anti-lock
Braking System), prevents the wheels from lock-
ing 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 nor-
mal.

A short test of the ABS system is made automat-
ically after the engine has been started when the
driver releases the brake pedal. A further auto-
matic test of the ABS system may be made at
low speed. The test may be experienced as pul-
ses in the brake pedal.

Related information

•

Foot brake (p. 294)

•

Parking brake (p. 297)

•

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and
automatic hazard warning flashers (p. 295)

•

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance
(p. 296)

Foot brake - emergency brake lights

and automatic hazard warning

flashers

Emergency brake lights are activated to alert
vehicles behind about heavy braking. The func-
tion 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 (31 mph) in the event of heavy
braking. After the car's speed has been slowed
down to below 10 km/h (6 mph) the brake light
returns from flashing to the normal constant glow
- while at the same time the car's hazard warning
lights (p. 93) are activated. These flash until the
driver accelerates the car to a higher speed again
or switches off the hazard warning lights.

Related information

•

Foot brake (p. 294)

•

Parking brake (p. 297)

•

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance
(p. 296)

•

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system
(p. 295)

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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 increa-
ses 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.

NOTE

When EBA is activated the brake pedal low-
ers slightly more than usual, depress (hold)
the brake pedal as long as necessary. If the
brake pedal is released then all braking
ceases.

Related information

•

Foot brake (p. 294)

•

Parking brake (p. 297)

•

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and
automatic hazard warning flashers (p. 295)

•

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system
(p. 295)

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Parking brake

The parking brake prevents the car from rolling
away from stationary by means of mechanically
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 parking
brake can neither be released nor applied. Con-
nect a donor battery if the battery voltage is too
low, see Jump starting with another battery
(p. 275).

Applying the parking brake

Parking brake control - apply.

1. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.

2. Press the parking brake control.

The combined instrument panel'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 selec-
tor 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 control. The brak-

ing procedure is stopped when the control is
released.

NOTE

An acoustic signal sounds while emergency
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 transmission, 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 ignition

switch

2. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.

3. Apply the parking brake control.

The parking brake releases and the

combined instrument panel's symbol
extinguishes.

NOTE

The parking brake can also be released man-
ually by depressing the clutch pedal instead
of the brake pedal. Volvo recommends 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 acceler-

ator.
>

The parking brake releases and the

combined instrument panel's symbol
extinguishes.

Cars with automatic gearbox

Releasing manually

1. Insert the remote control key in the ignition

switch

2. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.

3. Pull the control.

The parking brake releases and the

combined instrument panel's symbol
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.
>

The parking brake releases and the

combined instrument panel's symbol
extinguishes.

NOTE

For safety reasons, the parking brake is only
released automatically if the engine is running
and the driver is wearing a seatbelt. The park-
ing brake is released immediately 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.

For cars with keyless start and lock system: Press START/STOP ENGINE.

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Replacing the brake linings

The rear brake linings must be replaced at a
workshop due to the design of the electric park-
ing brake - an authorised Volvo workshop is rec-
ommended.

Symbols and messages

For information on how the combined instrument
panel's text messages can be shown and
deleted, see Messages - handling (p. 109).

Symbol

Message

Meaning/Action

Message

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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 selector
must be in position P (automatic gearbox).

A text message can be acknowledged by briefly
pressing the OK button on the direction indicator
stalk.

Related information

•

Foot brake (p. 294)

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Driving in water

Driving in water means that the car is driven
through deep water on a water-covered road-
way. Fording must be carried out with great cau-
tion.

The car can be driven through water at a maxi-
mum depth of 25 cm (30 cm with S60 Cross
Country) 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.

•

If necessary, clean the contacts for the elec-
tric 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.

IMPORTANT

Engine damage can occur if water enters the
air filter.

In depths greater than 25 cm (30 cm with
S60 Cross Country), 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, transmis-
sion, 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. 320)

•

Towing (p. 318)

Overheating

Under special conditions, for example hard driv-
ing 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 driving
with a trailer, see Driving with a trailer

* (p. 311).

•

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 pan-
el's information display and a text message

High engine temperature Stop safely

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 instrument panel,
and its display shows the text message

Transmission hot Reduce speed

Transmission hot Stop safely Wait for
cooling

- follow the recommendation given

and lower the speed and stop the car in a

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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.

NOTE

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 boot lid open, toxic
exhaust fumes can be sucked into the car
through the cargo area.

WARNING

Do not drive with the boot lid open. Toxic

exhaust fumes can be drawn into the car

through the cargo area.

Related information

•

Loading (p. 148)

Overload - starter battery

The electrical functions in the car load the starter
battery (p. 370) to varying degrees. Avoid using
the key position

II (p. 77) when the car is

switched off. Instead use position

I - which uses

less power.

Also, be aware of different accessories that load
the electrical system. Do not use functions which
use a lot of power when the car 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 com-
bined instrument panel's information display
shows the text

Low battery charge Power

save mode

. The energy-saving function then

shuts down certain functions or reduces certain
functions such as the ventilation fan and/or
audio system.

–

In which case, charge the starter battery by
starting the car 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. 416) 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. 335) is a
legal requirement in certain countries.

Related information

•

Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 354)

•

Changing wheels - removing wheels (p. 331)

•

Lamp replacement - general (p. 360)

Winter driving

For winter driving it is important to perform cer-
tain 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. 357) 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 prevent
condensation.

•

Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with
lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate starting
in cold weather and also reduce fuel con-
sumption while the engine is cold. For more
information on suitable oils, see Engine oil -
adverse driving conditions (p. 407).

IMPORTANT

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.

•

Use washer fluid (p. 369) to avoid ice form-
ing in the washer fluid reservoir.

To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo recom-
mends using winter tyres on all wheels if there is
a risk of snow or ice.

NOTE

The use of winter tyres is a legal requirement
in certain countries. Studded tyres are not
permitted in all countries.

Slippery driving conditions

Practise driving on slippery surfaces under con-
trolled conditions to learn how the car reacts.

Related information

•

Winter driving (p. 303)

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Fuel filler flap - Opening/closing

The fuel filler flap can be opened/closed as fol-
lows:

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 dis-
play the arrow on the symbol indicates

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

•

Filling up with fuel (p. 304)

Fuel filler flap - manual opening

The fuel filler flap can be opened manually when
electric opening from the passenger compart-
ment 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".

IMPORTANT

Pull the wire gently - minimal force is required
to disengage the hatch lock.

Related information

•

Filling up with fuel (p. 304)

Filling up with fuel

Important things to consider when refuelling.

Opening/closing the fuel cap

The fuel filler cap can be attached onto the flap.

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.

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Filling up with fuel

1. Choose fuel that is approved for use in the

car in accordance with the identifier

on the

inside of the fuel filler flap.

See information on approved fuels in the
respective section on petrol (p. 306) and
diesel (p. 307).

2. Do not overfill the tank but stop refuelling

when the pump nozzle cuts out the first time.

NOTE

Overfilled fuel in the tank can overflow in hot
weather.

Filling with a fuel can

When filling with a fuel can, use the funnel
located under the floor hatch in the cargo area.

Make sure you insert the funnel's pipe firmly into
the filler pipe. The filler pipe has an openable
cover and the funnel's pipe must be slid past the
cover before filling can begin.

Related information

•

Fuel filler flap - manual opening (p. 304)

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Fuel - handling (p. 305)

Fuel - handling

Fuel of a lower quality than that recommended
by Volvo must not be used as engine power and
fuel consumption is negatively affected.

WARNING

Always avoid inhaling fuel vapour and getting

fuel splashes in the eyes.
In the event of fuel in the eyes, remove any

contact lenses and rinse the eyes in plenty of

water for at least 15 minutes and seek medi-

cal attention.
Never swallow fuel. Fuels such as petrol, bioe-

thanol and mixtures of them and diesel are

highly toxic and could cause permanent injury

or be fatal if swallowed. Seek medical atten-

tion immediately if fuel has been swallowed.

WARNING

Fuel which spills onto the ground can be igni-

ted.
Switch off the fuel-driven heater before star-

ting to refuel.
Never carry an activated mobile phone when

refuelling. The ring signal could cause spark

build-up and ignite petrol fumes, leading to

fire and injury.

IMPORTANT

Mixtures of various fuel types or use of fuels
which are not recommended will invalidate
Volvo's guarantees and any supplementary
service agreements; this is applicable to all
engines.

NOTE

Extreme weather conditions, driving with a
trailer or driving at high altitudes in combina-
tion with fuel grade are factors that could
affect the car's performance.

Related information

•

Fuel - diesel (p. 307)

•

Diesel particle filter (DPF) (p. 308)

•

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 416)

•

Fuel tank - volume (p. 413)

The identifier in accordance with the CEN standard EN16942 is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap, and will be on corresponding fuel pumps and their nozzles at filling stations throughout Europe at the

latest by the end of 2018.

Only applies to a car with diesel engine.

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Fuel - petrol

Petrol is a type of engine fuel that is intended for
cars with a petrol engine.

Only use petrol from well-known producers.
Never use fuel of dubious quality. The petrol must
fulfil the EN 228 standard.

Identifier for petrol

The identifier in accordance with the CEN stand-
ard EN16942 is located on the inside of the fuel
filler flap, and will be on corresponding fuel
pumps and their nozzles at filling stations
throughout Europe at the latest by the end of
2018.

These are the identifiers that apply for current
standard fuels in Europe. Petrol with the following
identifiers may be used in cars with petrol engine:

E5 is a petrol with maximum
2.7 % oxygen and maximum
5 volume % ethanol.

E10 is a petrol with maximum
3.7 % oxygen and maximum
10 volume % ethanol.

IMPORTANT

•

Fuel that contains up to 10 percent by
volume ethanol is permitted.

•

EN 228 E10 petrol (max
10 percent by volume ethanol) is
approved for use.

•

Ethanol higher than E10 (max.
10 percent by volume ethanol) is not per-
mitted, e.g. E85 is not permitted.

Octane rating

•

95 RON can be used for normal driving.

•

98 RON is recommended for optimum per-
formance and minimum fuel consumption.

When driving in temperatures above +38 °C, fuel
with the highest possible octane rating is recom-
mended for optimum performance and fuel econ-
omy.

IMPORTANT

•

Use only unleaded petrol to avoid damag-
ing the catalytic converter.

•

Fuel containing metallic additives must
not be used.

•

Do not use any additives which have not
been recommended by Volvo.

Related information

•

Fuel - handling (p. 305)

•

Economical driving (p. 310)

•

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 416)

•

Fuel tank - volume (p. 413)

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Fuel - diesel

Diesel is a type of engine fuel that is intended for
cars with a diesel engine.

Only use diesel fuel from well-known producers.
Never use fuel of dubious quality. Diesel fuel
must fulfil the EN 590 or SS 155435 standard.
Diesel engines are sensitive to contaminants in
the fuel, such as excessively high volumes of sul-
phur and metals.

Identifier

This is the identifier that applies for current
standard fuel in Europe. Diesel with the following
identifiers may be used in cars with diesel
engine:

B7 is diesel with maximum
7 volume % fatty acid methyl
ester (FAME).

At low temperatures (lower than 0 °C) a paraffin
precipitate may form in the diesel fuel, which may
lead to ignition problems. The fuel qualities that
are sold must be adapted for season and climate
zone, but in the event of extreme weather condi-
tions, old fuel or moving between climate zones,
paraffin precipitate may occur.

The risk of condensation in the fuel tank is
reduced if the tank is kept well filled. When refu-
elling, check that the area around the fuel filler
pipe is clean. Avoid spilling fuel onto the paint-
work. Wash off any spillage with detergent and
water.

IMPORTANT

Diesel fuel must:

•

fulfil the EN 590 and/or SS 155435
standards

•

have a sulphur content not exceeding
10 mg/kg

•

have a maximum of 7 vol % FAME

(B7).

IMPORTANT

Diesel type fuels that must not be used:

•

Special additives

•

Marine diesel fuel

•

Heating oil

•

FAME

and vegetable oil.

These fuels do not fulfil the requirements in
accordance with Volvo recommendations and
generate increased wear and engine damage
that is not covered by the Volvo warranty.

Empty tank

Once the engine has stopped due to fuel starva-
tion, the fuel system needs a few moments to
carry out a check. Do this before starting the
engine, once the fuel tank has been filled with
diesel:

1. Insert the remote control key in the ignition

switch and push it in to the end position. For
more information, see Key positions (p. 77).

2. Press the START button without depressing

the brake and/or clutch pedal.

3. Wait approx. one minute.
4. To start the engine: Depress the brake

and/or clutch pedal and then press the
START button again.

Fatty Acid Methyl Ester

Diesel fuel with maximum 7 vol % FAME (B7) is permitted.

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NOTE

Before filling with fuel in the event of fuel
shortage:

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Stop the car on as flat/level ground as
possible - if the car is tilting there is a risk
of air pockets in the fuel supply.

Draining condensation from the fuel
filter

The fuel filter separates condensation from the
fuel. Condensation can disrupt engine operation.

For optimum performance, it is important to fol-
low the service intervals for fuel filter change as
well as to use genuine parts developed specifi-
cally for this purpose.

The fuel filter must be drained at the intervals
specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet or
if you suspect that the car has been filled with
contaminated fuel. For more information, see
Volvo service programme (p. 346).

IMPORTANT

Certain special additives remove the water
separation in the fuel filter.

Related information

•

Fuel - handling (p. 305)

•

Diesel particle filter (DPF) (p. 308)

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Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 416)

Diesel particle filter (DPF)

Diesel cars are equipped with a particle filter,
which results in more efficient emission control.

The particles in the exhaust gases are collected
in the filter during normal driving. So-called
"regeneration" is started in order to burn away
the particles and empty the filter. This requires
the engine to have reached normal operating
temperature.

Regeneration of the particle filter is automatic
and normally takes 10-20 minutes. It may take a
little longer at a low average speed. Fuel con-
sumption may increase slightly during regenera-
tion.

Regeneration in cold weather

If the car is frequently driven short distances in
cold weather then the engine does not reach
normal operating temperature. This means that
regeneration of the diesel particle filter does not
take place and the filter is not emptied.

When the filter has become approx. 80% full of
particles, a yellow warning triangle is shown in
the combined instrument panel, and the message

Soot filter full See manual

is shown in its

information display.

Start regeneration of the filter by driving the car
until the engine reaches normal operating tem-
perature, preferably on a main road or motorway.

Applicable to five-cylinder engines only.

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