Volvo S60 Inscription (2016 year). Manual - part 13

Transmission – Geartronic (p. 218)

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Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 220)

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Fuel tank volume – specification and vol-

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Transmission – Geartronic

Geartronic allows you to manually shift among

your vehicle's forward gears. The manual

position (+S–) can be selected at any time.

Geartronic: manual shifting (+S–)

To shift gears manually, move the

gear selector to the side from D

toward +S–. The +S– symbol in the

instrument panel will change from

white to orange and the number of the gear
currently being used (

, etc.) will be dis-

played (see the following illustration)

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To return to automatic shifting mode from

+S–, move the gear selector to the side

toward D.

Gear shift indicator*

Gear shift indicator in a digital instrument panel*

This option indicates when to shift up or

down to help conserve fuel. A white arrow will

appear above or below the number of the

current gear to prompt the driver to shift up

or down.

While driving

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If you select the manual shifting position

while driving, the gear that was being

used in the Drive position will also initially

be selected in the manual shifting posi-

tion.

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Move the gear selector forward (toward +)

to shift to a higher gear or rearward

(toward –) to shift to a lower gear.

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If you hold the gear selector toward "–",

the transmission will downshift one gear

at a time and will utilize the braking power

of the engine. If the current speed is too

high for using a lower gear, the downshift

will not occur until the speed has

decreased enough to allow the lower gear

to be used.

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If you slow to a very low speed, the trans-

mission will automatically shift down.

Shiftlock: Neutral (N)

If the gear selector is in the N position and

the vehicle has been stationary for at least

3 seconds (irrespective of whether the engine

is running) then the gear selector is locked.

In order to move the gear selector from N to

another gear position, the brake pedal must

be depressed and the ignition must be in at

least position II, see Ignition modes (p. 69).

If Sport mode is being used, the symbol will change to "S".

Analog instrument panel: the gear shift indicator is displayed in the center of the speedometer.

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Geartronic: steering wheel paddles*

In addition to the manual gearshift function

using the gear selector, this option makes it

possible to manually shift gears from the

steering wheel.

Steering-wheel mounted gear shift paddles

"–": Shift down to a lower gear.

"+": Shift up to a higher gear.

In order to shift gears with the paddles, they

have to first be activated. The gear selector

can be in either the D or S position.
Activating the paddles:

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Pull either paddle toward the steering

wheel and release it; the D in the instru-

ment panel will change to the number of

the gear currently being used.

Shifting gears:

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Pull the paddle toward the steering wheel

and release it.

Deactivating the paddles:

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Hold the "+" paddle for approximately

3 seconds.

If the gear selector was in D when paddle

shifting was activated (D changed to the

number of the gear being used), the trans-

mission will automatically revert to D after

approximately 5 seconds if the paddles

are not used to shift gears.
This will not occur:

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during active driving (e.g., on a wind-

ing road, while accelerating, etc)

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if the gear selector was in S when the

paddles were activated

If the transmission reverts to D, the pad-

dles will have to be reactivated (pull either

paddle toward the steering wheel and

release it) before they can be used to shift

gears again.
The paddles can also be manually deacti-

vated by pulling both paddles toward the

steering wheel and holding them until the

gear number shown in the instrument

panel changes to D.

Geartronic: Sport mode (S)

This transmission mode provides sportier

shifting characteristics and enables a more

active driving style by making it possible to

drive at higher rpm in each gear before shift-

ing up. The engine also responds faster when

the accelerator pedal is pressed.
To access Sport mode from Drive (D), move

the gear selector to the left. The transmission

will not switch to manual shifting mode until

the gear selector is moved forward or rear-

ward toward + or –.
Sport mode can be selected any time.

being used will be displayed, see Infor-

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On vehicles equipped with Sport

mode, the transmission symbol in the

main instrument panel will change

from D to S when the gear selector is

moved to the manual shifting mode. If

the gear selector is moved toward "+"

or "-", the number of the gear currently

mation displays – introduction (p. 58).

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Please be aware that using Sport

mode may result in a slight decrease in

fuel economy. Driving in D can help

improve fuel economy.

Certain models only

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Geartronic: starting on slippery
surfaces

Selecting 3rd gear in Geartronic’s manual

shifting mode can help provide better traction

when starting off on slippery surfaces. To do

so:
1. Depress the brake pedal and move the

gear selector to the side from D toward

+S–.

2. Press the gear selector forward and

release it (this selects 2nd gear). Press

the selector forward again and release it

to select 3rd gear. The optional steering

wheel paddles can also be used; see the

previous section "Geartronic: steering

wheel paddles."

3. Release the brake pedal and press gently

on the accelerator pedal.

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Transmission – positions (p. 216)

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Transmission – shiftlock override (p. 220)

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Fuel tank volume – specification and vol-

ume (p. 325)

Transmission – shiftlock override

If the vehicle cannot be driven, for example

because of a dead battery, the gear selector

must be moved from the P position before the
vehicle can be moved

Shiftlock override

Lift away the rubber mat on the floor of

the storage compartment behind the cen-

ter console to expose the small opening

for overriding the shiftlock system.
Insert the key blade into the opening.

Press the key blade down as far as possi-

ble and keep it held down.
Move the gear selector from the P posi-

tion. For information on the key blade,

see Detachable key blade – general infor-

mation (p. 128).

Related information

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Transmission – positions (p. 216)

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Transmission – Geartronic (p. 218)

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Fuel tank volume – specification and vol-

ume (p. 325)

If the battery is dead, the electric parking brake cannot be applied or released. Connect an auxiliary battery if the battery voltage is too low, see Jump starting (p. 215).

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Start/Stop – Hill Start Assist (HSA)

When starting on steep hills, HSA (see Trans-

mission – general information (p. 216)) retains

pressure on the brake pedal for several sec-

onds after the pedal has been released in

order to keep the vehicle at a standstill. The

brakes will be released after several seconds

or when the driver presses the accelerator

pedal. The pedal will return to its normal posi-

tion somewhat slower than normal.

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Start/Stop – introduction

Start/Stop is a function that temporarily

switches off the engine when the vehicle is

not moving, for instance in heavy traffic or at a

traffic light to help reduce fuel consumption.

Start/Stop is available with certain engines/

transmissions.

Related information

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Not when the engine is started using the optional Engine Remote Start feature, Starting the engine (p. 211)

Start/Stop – function

Function and use

Start/Stop symbol in the instrument panel

Start/Stop button on the center console

Start/Stop is activated automatically each
time the engine is started

. The symbol in the

instrument panel will be displayed for several

seconds when the engine starts and the indi-

cator light in the On/Off button will remain

illuminated while the function is activated.
All of the vehicle's systems will function while

the engine is auto-stopped, although the

function of certain systems may reduced at

this time. For example, blower speed and

high infotainment system volume may be

reduced to help conserve the battery's

capacity.

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Auto-stopping the engine

Normally, when Start/Stop is activated and

the brakes are applied until the vehicle comes

to a standstill, the engine will auto-stop auto-

matically if the driver keeps the brake pedal

depressed.

To remind the driver that the engine

has been auto-stopped, the

Start/Stop symbol will illuminate in

the instrument panel and remain on

until the engine restarts.

If the ECO function* (ECO*

(p. 226)) is activated, the

engine may auto-stop before

the vehicle comes to a com-

plete standstill.

Auto-starting the engine

The engine restarts as soon as the driver

releases the brake pedal.

Deactivating Start/Stop

In certain situations (e.g.,

driving in heavy, stop-and-go

traffic), it may be preferable

to deactivate Start/Stop.
This is done by pressing the

button in the center console.

The indicator light in the button will go out.
Start/Stop will remain deactivated until the

button is pressed again or until the engine is

switched off and restarted by the driver.

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Start/Stop – Auto-stop exceptions

In certain situations or conditions, the engine

may not auto-stop when the vehicle comes

to a standstill, such as if:

Condition/situation

The vehicle's speed has not reached a

speed of approx. 5 mph (8 km/h) after the

most recent auto-start or after the driver

has started the engine.

The driver unbuckles his/her seat belt.

The main battery's charge is below the

minimum level.

The engine has not reached its normal

operating temperature.

The ambient temperature is below approx.

25°F (-4°C) or above approx. 85°F (30°C).

The windshield's heating function* is acti-

vated.

The climate system cannot keep the

desired settings in the passenger compart-

ment; the blower will operate at high

speed.

The vehicle is backing up.

The main battery's temperature is below

freezing or too high.

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Condition/situation

The driver is turning the steering wheel

hard.

The road's incline is very steep.

A trailer's electrical system is connected to

the vehicle.

The hood has been opened

The transmission has not reached its nor-

mal operating temperature.

Atmospheric pressure is below a level

equivalent to an altitude of approx. 4,900–

8,200 ft (1500–2500 m) above sea level.

The actual pressure is also affected by cur-

rent weather conditions.

The Adaptive Cruise Control's* Queue

Assist feature is activated.

The gear selector is in the S

or "+/–" posi-

tion.

Certain engines only

Sport mode (where applicable)

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Start/Stop – Auto-start exceptions

In certain situations or conditions, the engine

may auto-start even though the driver is still

pressing the brake pedal, such as if:

Condition/situation

Condensation forms on the windows.

The climate system cannot keep the

desired settings in the passenger compart-

ment.

Electrical current consumption is tempo-

rarily high or the main battery's charge is

below the minimum level.

The brake pedal is pumped repeatedly.

The hood has been opened

The vehicle begins to move or increases

speed slightly (if the engine auto-stopped

before the vehicle was at a standstill (see

ECO* (p. 226))).

The driver unbuckles his/her seat belt while

the gear selector is in the D or N positions.

The steering wheel is turned

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Condition/situation

The gear selector is moved from D to S

, R

or "+/–".

The driver's door is opened with the gear

selector in D – an audible signal and a text

message will inform the driver that

Start/Stop is active.

Certain engines only

Sport mode (where applicable)

WARNING

Do not open the hood if the engine has

auto-stopped. The engine could suddenly

auto-start.
Before opening the hood:

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Switch off the ignition using the

START/STOP ENGINE button.

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Be aware that if the engine has been

running, components in the engine

compartment will be very hot.

If the engine does not auto-start, this

could be due to:

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The driver's seat belt is not fastened

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The gear selector is in P and the driver's

door is opened

In these cases, the driver will have to restart

the engine by pressing the START/STOP

ENGINE button.

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Start/Stop – settings

Settings for the Start/Stop function can be

made in the

MY CAR

menu system.

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Start/Stop – symbols and messages

Text messages

Combined with the information sym-

bol in the instrument panel, the

Start/Stop function may also display mes-

sages in certain situations. Follow the instruc-

tions provided in the message. The following

table gives several examples.

Symbol Message

Information/action

Auto Start/Stop Service

required

Start/Stop is not functioning properly. Contact a Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo

service technician.

Autostart Engine running

+ an

audible signal

This is triggered if the driver's door is opened while the engine is auto-stopped.

Press Start button

The engine will not auto-start. Start the engine normally by pressing the START/STOP ENGINE

button.

Select P or N to start

Start/Stop has been deactivated. Move the gear selector to N or P and start the engine normally

be pressing the START/STOP ENGINE button.

Press Start button

The engine will not auto-start. Move the gear selector to N or P and start the engine normally be

pressing the START/STOP ENGINE button.

If the message does not disappear after the

suggested action has been taken, contact a

Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo

service technician.

Related information

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Stop/stop function (Start/Stop – introduc-

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

ECO*

Eco is a function

developed by Volvo to give

the driver the opportunity to actively drive

more economically and to help reduce fuel

consumption.

Introduction

When Eco is activated, the

following functions are modi-

fied:

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The automatic transmission's shifting

points

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The engine management system and

accelerator pedal response

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tion (p. 221)): the engine can auto-stop

before the vehicle has come to a full stop

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Eco Coast functionality is activated:

engine braking is disabled

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Climate system settings: certain functions

(e.g., air conditioning) will be temporarily

reduced or deactivated

When Eco is activated, several climate

system parameters are changed and the

function of certain current-consuming sys-

tems will be reduced.
Some of these functions can be restarted

manually but full functionality will not be

restored until Eco is deactivated.

Function

ECO On/Off button in the center console

ECO symbol in the instrument panel

When the engine is switched off, ECO is

deactivated and must be reactivated each

time the engine is started (with the exception

of certain engines).

The

ECO

symbol will be displayed in the

instrument panel and the indicator light in the

ECO button will be on when Eco is activated.

Eco on or off

When ECO is deactivated,

the

ECO

symbol will not be

displayed in the instrument

panel and the indicator light

in the ECO button will be off.

The function will remain

deactivated until the button

is pressed again.

Eco Coast
Eco Coast is an integral part of the Eco func-

tion and essentially deactivates engine brak-

ing, allowing the vehicle to roll freely.

introduction (p. 66) for more information.

To function optimally, Eco Coast should

primarily be used when the vehicle can

coast as far as possible.

When the driver releases the accelerator

pedal, the transmission is automatically dis-

engaged from the engine and engine rpm will

be reduced to the idle level

(approx. 700-800 rpm), which helps reduce

fuel consumption.

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This feature is primarily intended to be used

in driving situations where a decrease in

speed is expected, such as when approach-

ing an intersection or a traffic light.
Eco Coast enables proactive driving with as

little braking as possible.

Combinations of On and Off

Depending on the driving situation, Eco can

be used in different ways to help reduce fuel

consumption:

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With Eco activated: this enables Eco

Coast, which allows the vehicle to roll

freely for as far as possible when the

driver releases the accelerator pedal (e.g.,

when approaching a traffic light or inter-

section).

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With Eco deactivated: engine braking

can be used when the vehicle will only

roll for a short distance (in heavy traffic,

etc.) or when driving down hills.

To help keep fuel consumption as low as

possible, Eco Coast should not be used in

traffic situations where the brakes have to be

used frequently.

Activating Eco Coast

Eco Coast is activated when the accelerator

pedal is released completely if:

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Eco is activated

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The gear selector is in D

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The vehicle's speed is between approxi-

mately 40–85 mph (65–140 km/h). Always

observe posted speed limits

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The gradient of a down-slope is less than

approximately 6%

Deactivating Eco Coast

In certain situations, it may be advisable to

switch off the Eco Coast function, such as:

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When driving down steep hills, in order to

utilize engine braking

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Prior to passing another vehicle, in order

to do so as safely as possible

Deactivating Eco Coast (and reactivating

engine braking) can be done in the following

ways:

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Press the ECO button on the center con-

sole

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Move the gear selector to the manual "S

+/–" position

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Change gears using the steering wheel

paddles*

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Press the brake or accelerator pedal

Eco Coast limitations
This function will not be available if:

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Cruise control is activated

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The gradient of a down-slope is more

than approximately 6%

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The steering wheel paddles* are used to

manually change gears

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The engine and/or transmission have not

reached their normal operating tempera-

ture

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The gear selector is moved from D to the

manual "S+/–" position

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The vehicle's speed is not within the

40–85 mph (65–140 km/h). interval

Additional information and settings

Other ECO-related settings can be made in

the vehicle's MY CAR menu. See My Car –

Related information

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Climate – general information (p. 107)

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All Wheel Drive (AWD)

Your Volvo can be equipped with permanent

All Wheel Drive, which means that power is

distributed automatically between the front

and rear wheels.

Under normal driving conditions, most of the

engine's power is directed to the front

wheels. However, if there is any tendency for

the front wheels to spin, an electronically

controlled coupling distributes power to the

wheels that have the best traction.

The message

AWD disabled Service

required

will be appear in the information

display if an electrical fault should occur in

the AWD system. A warning light will also

illuminate in the instrument panel. If this

occurs, have the system checked by a

trained and qualified Volvo service techni-

cian.

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Brakes – general

The brake system is a hydraulic system con-

sisting of two separate brake circuits. If a

problem should occur in one of these circuits,

it is still possible to stop the vehicle with the

other brake circuit.

If the brake pedal must be depressed farther

than normal and requires greater foot pres-

sure, the stopping distance will be longer.
A warning light in the instrument panel will

light up to warn the driver that a fault has

occurred.
If this light comes on while driving or braking,

stop immediately and check the brake fluid

level in the reservoir.

raising the vehicle (see Changing a wheel –

Press the brake pedal hard and maintain

pressure on the pedal – do not pump the

brakes.

WARNING

If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in

the reservoir or if a brake system message

is shown in the information display: DO

NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a

trained and qualified Volvo service techni-

cian and have the brake system inspected.

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Brake pad inspection
On vehicles equipped with a jack*, the condi-

tion of the brake pads can be checked by

removing wheel (p. 252) for information

about using the jack and removing a wheel)

and performing a visual inspection of the

brake pads.

WARNING

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If the vehicle has been driven immedi-

ately prior to a brake pad inspection,

the wheel hub, brake components,

etc., will be very hot. Allow time for

these components to cool before car-

rying out the inspection.

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Apply the parking brake and put the

gear selector in the Park (P) position.

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Block the wheels standing on the

ground, use rigid wooden blocks or

large stones.

WARNING

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Use the jack intended for the vehicle

when changing a tire. For any other

job, use stands to support the vehicle.

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The jack should be kept well-greased

and clean, and should not be dam-

aged.

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Be sure the jack is on a firm, level,

non-slippery surface.

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No objects should be placed between

the base of jack and the ground, or

between the jack and the attachment

bar on the vehicle.

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The jack must correctly engage the

jack attachment.

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Never allow any part of your body to

be extended under a vehicle suppor-

ted by a jack.

Power brakes function only when the
engine is running
The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure

which is only created when the engine is run-

ning. Never let the vehicle roll to a stop with

the engine switched off.
If the power brakes are not working, consid-

erably higher pressure will be required on the

brake pedal to compensate for the lack of

power assistance. This can happen for exam-

ple when towing your vehicle or if the engine

is switched off when the vehicle is rolling. The

brake pedal feels harder than usual.

Water on brake discs and brake pads
affects braking
Driving in rain and slush or passing through

an automatic car wash can cause water to

collect on the brake discs and pads. This will

cause a delay in braking effect when the

pedal is depressed. To avoid such a delay

when the brakes are needed, depress the

pedal occasionally when driving through rain,

slush, etc. This will remove the water from the

brakes. Check that brake application feels

normal. This should also be done after wash-

ing or starting in very damp or cold weather.

Severe strain on the brake system
The brakes will be subject to severe strain

when driving in mountains or hilly areas, or

when towing a trailer. Vehicle speed is usually

slower, which means that the cooling of the

brakes is less efficient than when driving on

level roads. To reduce the strain on the

brakes, shift into a lower gear and let the

engine help with the braking. Do not forget

that if you are towing a trailer, the brakes will

be subjected to a greater than normal load.

Cleaning the brake discs
Coatings of dirt and water on the brake discs

may result in delayed brake function. This

delay is minimized by cleaning the brake lin-

ings.
Cleaning the brake pads is advisable in wet

weather, prior to long-term parking, and after

the vehicle has been washed. Do this by

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braking gently for a short period while the

vehicle is moving.

Related information

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Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)

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(p. 231)

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Anti-lock braking system (ABS) (p. 230)

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Brakes – symbols

Symbols in the instrument panel

Symbol Specification

Steady 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.

Automatic function check:

steady glow for two seconds

when the engine is started.

WARNING

and

come on at the

same time and the brake level is below the

MIN mark in the reservoir or if a brake sys-

tem-related message is shown in the infor-

mation display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the

vehicle towed to a trained and qualified

Volvo service technician and have the

brake system inspected.

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Anti-lock braking system (ABS)

The ABS system helps to improve vehicle

control (stopping and steering) during severe

braking conditions by limiting brake lockup.

When the system "senses" impending lockup,

braking pressure is automatically modulated

in order to help prevent lockup that could

lead to a skid.
The system performs a brief self-diagnostic

test when the engine has been started and

driver releases the brake pedal. Another auto-

matic test may be performed when the vehi-

cle first reaches a speed of approximately

6 mph (10 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate

several times and a sound may be audible

from the ABS control module, which is nor-

mal.

Related information

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Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)

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(p. 231)

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Brake lights

The brake lights come on automatically when

the brakes are applied.

Adaptive brake lights

The adaptive brake lights activate in the event

of sudden braking or if the ABS system is

activated. This function causes an additional

taillight on each side of the vehicle to illumi-

nate to help alert vehicles traveling behind.
The adaptive brake lights activate if:

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The ABS system activates for more than

approximately a half second

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In the event of sudden braking while the

vehicle is moving at speeds above

approximately 6 mph (10 km/h).

When the vehicle has come to a stop, the

brake lights and additional taillights remain on

for as long as the brake pedal is depressed or

until braking force on the vehicle is reduced.

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Emergency Brake Assistance (EBA)

EBA is designed to provide full brake effect

immediately in the event of sudden, hard

braking.

Emergency Brake Assistance
The EBA system is activated by the speed

with which the brake pedal is depressed.
When the EBA system is activated, the brake

pedal will go down and pressure in the brake

system immediately increases to the maxi-

mum level. Maintain full pressure on the

brake pedal in order to utilize the system

completely. EBA is automatically deactivated

when the brake pedal is released.

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When the EBA system is activated, the

brake pedal will go down and pressure

in the brake system immediately

increases to the maximum level. You

must maintain full pressure on the

brake pedal in order to utilize the sys-

tem completely. There will be no brak-

ing effect if the pedal is released. EBA

is automatically deactivated when the

brake pedal is released.

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When the vehicle has been parked for

some time, the brake pedal may sink

more than usual when the engine is

started. This is normal and the pedal

will return to its usual position when it

is released.

Related information

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Anti-lock braking system (ABS) (p. 230)

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Parking brake – general information

The electric parking brake helps to keep the

vehicle stationary when it is parked.

Electric parking brake

Parking brake control

voltage is too low, see Jump starting (p. 215).

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A faint sound from the parking brake's

electric motor can be heard when the

parking brake is being applied. This

sound can also be heard during the

automatic function check of the park-

ing brake.

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The brake pedal will move slightly

when the electric parking brake is

applied or released.

Low battery voltage
If the battery voltage is too low, the park-

ing brake cannot be applied or released.

Connect an auxiliary battery if the battery

Parking on a hill

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If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the

front wheels so that they point away from

the curb.

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If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn the

front wheels so that they point toward the

curb.

The parking brake should also be applied.

Related information

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Parking brake – applying (p. 232)

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Parking brake – releasing (p. 233)

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Parking brake – symbols and messages

(p. 235)

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