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S60
| Instruments and controls |
| Instrument panel | 24 |
| Indicator and warning symbols | 25 |
| Switches in the center console | 29 |
| Steering wheel adjustment | 31 |
| Lighting panel | 32 |
| Manually unlocking the fuel filler door | 33 |
| Left-side steering wheel lever | 34 |
| Right-side steering wheel lever | 35 |
| Hazard warning flashers, rear window/sideview mirror defroster, heated front seats | 37 |
| Trip computer (option) | 38 |
| Cruise control | 39 |
| Parking brake, electric socket/cigarette lighter | 41 |
| Electrically operated windows | 42 |
| Rearview mirror/sideview mirrors | 44 |
| Power moonroof (option) | 46 |
1. Turn signal indicators - right/left
2. Text window
The text window displays information and
warning messages.
3. Temperature gauge
The pointer should be approximately midway
on the gauge when driving. Do not drive the
car if the warning light is on. The text window
will provide you with additional information.
If the engine temperature remains high, check
coolant level - see page 140.
4. Trip odometer
The trip odometers are used for measuring
shorter distances. The right-hand digit gives
tenth of a mile/kilometer. Press the button for
more than 2 seconds to reset. Change between
trip odometers 1 and 2 using one short press on
the button.
5. Odometer
6. Speedometer
7. Warning symbol
8. High beam indicator
9. Tachometer
Indicates engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute (rpm). Do not drive for long
with the needle in the red section. The engine
has an built-in function preventing excessively
high engine speeds. When this function
operates, you may discern some pulsation,
which in that case is quite normal.
10. Gear and driving mode indicator
The currently selected driving mode is
displayed here. If you use the optional
Geartronic function on the automatic transmission, the currently selected gear will be
displayed.
11. Ambient temperature gauge
This display indicates the air temperature
outside your car. A "snowflake" symbol in the
text window is displayed when the temperature
is in the range of 23 - 36° F (-5 - +2° C).
Please note that this symbol does not indicate a
fault with your car.
At low speeds or when the car is not moving,
the temperature readings may be slightly higher
than the actual ambient temperature.
12. Clock/set button
Turn the button to set the clock.
13. Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately:
Front wheel drive, non-turbo models -: 18.5 US gals (70 liters)
All turbo models -: 18 US gals (68 liters)
When a warning light in the gauge comes on,
there are approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of
fuel remaining in the tank.
14. Indicator and warning symbols
The indicator and warning symbols light up
when you turn the ignition key to the driving
position (position II) before starting. This
shows that the symbols are functioning. When
the engine starts, all symbols go out. If the
engine is not started within 5 seconds, all
symbols except CHECK ENGINE and 
go
out. Certain symbols may not have their
functions illustrated, depending on the car's
equipment. The symbol for the parking brake
goes out when the parking brake is released.
Warning symbol
in center of the
instrument panel
This symbol shines as a red or yellow light
depending on the severity of the discovered
fault.
Red symbol - Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text window. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until the fault has been corrected.
Yellow symbol - Follow the instructions shown in the text window. The text can be erased by pressing the READ button (see page 28), or will disappear automatically after two minutes.
When the message "TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE" is displayed, the text can be erased and the yellow symbol light can be turned off by pressing the READ button. The text will disappear and the symbol light will go out automatically after two minutes.
Anti-lock brake system ABS
If the warning light comes on, there is a
malfunction of the ABS system (the
standard braking system will still function). The
vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for
inspection. See page 97 for additional information.
Stability Traction Control
(STC)* system or Dynamic
Stability Traction Control (DSTC)
system**
This indicator light will flash when STC or
DSTC is actively working to stabilize the car.
See page 98 for more detailed information.
BRAKE Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking,
stop immediately, open the hood and check the
brake fluid level in the reservoir. See
page 141
for reservoir position and
page 145 for instructions.
Canadian models are equipped with
this warning light:
If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come
on at the same time, this could indicate a
fault in the brake system.
* Standard on all models except the T5 turbo.
** Standard on the T5 turbo, option on all other models.
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed in the text window: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected. |
Supplemental Restraint
System SRS
Generator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is
running, have the charging system
checked.
Seat belt reminder
This symbol lights up to indicate that the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.
Tire pressure monitoring light
See page 117 for more information on
this function.
PARK BRAKE Parking brake
applied
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand
brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is
situated between the front seats.
Canadian models are equipped with this symbol.
Rear fog light
This light indicates that the fog light is on.
Turn signal indicator - trailer
(certain models)
If you are towing a trailer, this light will flash
simultaneously with the turn signals on the
trailer. If the light does not flash when
signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor
the car's turn signals are functioning.
Oil pressure warning light
If the light comes on while driving,
stop the car and then stop the engine
immediately and check the engine oil level.
See page 143. R-models are also equipped with
an oil level warning system. If the light stays on
after restart, have the car towed to the nearest
authorized Volvo retailer. After hard driving,
the light may come on occasionally when the
engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes
off when the engine speed is increased.
CHECK ENGINE Malfunction indicator light
On-Board Diagnostic II (OBDII): As you drive, a computer called "OBDII" monitors your car's engine, transmission, electrical and emission systems. The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that potentially may need correcting. When this happens, please have your car checked by a Volvo retailer as soon as possible.
A CHECK ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your car's behavior. Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission cleanliness, and driveability. Extended driving without correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car.
Canadian models are equipped with this
warning light.
Messages in the text window
When a warning light in the instrument panel
comes on, a message is also displayed in the
text window. After you have read the message,
you can erase it by pressing button A (see illustration).
NOTE: Certain messages cannot be erased until the condition has been corrected.
If a warning message is displayed when e.g. you are using the trip computer this message must be erased before you can access the function of your choice. Press button A to erase the warning message.
You can scroll through the stored messages by pressing button A (see illustration). The text window can be cleared (the message will be returned to memory) by pressing button A again.
| Message | Meaning: |
| STOP SAFELY: | Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of damage. |
| STOP ENGINE: | Stop and switch off the engine - to help prevent serious risk of damage. |
| SERVICE URGENT: | Take your car to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection immediately. |
| SEE MANUAL: | Refer to your owner's manual. For additional information, please contact your Volvo retailer. |
| SERVICE REQUIRED: | Take your car to an authorized Volvo retailer for inspection at your convenience (but preferably before the next scheduled maintenance service). |
| FIX NEXT SERVICE: | Have the system affected inspected at the next scheduled maintenance service. |
| TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE: | This message will be displayed at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals, after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months, whichever occurs first, to remind the driver that the service interval has been exceeded. The message will be displayed for 2 minutes each time the vehicle is started until reset by the servicing retailer. |
| 1) OIL LEVEL LOW - FILL OIL* | Check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143 |
| 2) OIL LEVEL LOW - STOP SAFELY* | Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143 |
| 2) OIL LEVEL LOW - STOP ENGINE* | Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143 |
| 2) OIL LEVEL LOW - SEE MANUAL* | Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary. See page 143 |
* These messages apply to R-line models only.
1) Yellow warning symbol, see page 25.
2) Red warning symbol, see page 25.
Four-C active chassis system
(option)
Please see page 95 for information on adjusting
the active chassis settings.
Stability Traction Control (STC)/Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC) (option)
Press this switch for at least half a second to turn the Spin Control (SC) function of the STC/DSTC system on or off. An LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the system is on. See page 98 for more information on STC/DSTC. The SC function should be switched off if you, for any reason, temporarily have to drive with tires of different dimensions (e.g., spare tire).
R-models only:
The Active Yaw Control function can be
deactivated. See page 98 for more information.
To help reduce the risk that the SC function is turned off inadvertently, the switch must be held in for at least half a second to disable this function. "STC/DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF" will be displayed in the text window.
This function will be automatically reactivated when the engine is restarted.
Please be aware that the car's handling characteristics may be affected if the Spin Control function is switched off. |
Folding head restraints
This button is used to fold down the outboard
rear head restraints. The ignition key must be in
position I or II or the engine must be running.
NOTE: If the head restraints have been folded
down, they must be returned to their original
position manually.
The head restraints should be in the upright
position before the rear seat backrests are folded
down.
For safety reasons, no one should be allowed to sit in the outboard rear seat positions if the head restraints are folded down. If these positions are occupied, the head restraints should be in the upright (fixed) position. |
Valet lock (trunk lock)
Pressing this switch locks the
trunk, even if the doors are
unlocked. The trunk will
remain locked even if the
doors are locked/unlocked using the master key or the remote control.
To use this function:
Temporarily disconnecting the alarm
sensors (option)
See page 79 for more details.
12 volt socket
This 12 volt socket can be
used to plug in
certain accessories
such as cellular telephones,
etc. The ignition key must be in position 1 (or
higher) for the auxiliary socket to function.
NOTE: The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retailer.
Front/rear park assist
(option/accessory)
See page 109 for more information
on this function.
Never adjust the steering wheel while driving. |
1. Headlight/parking light switch
2. Front fog lights
3. Rear fog light
4. Instrument panel lighting
5. Fuel filler door unlock button
Parking lights
The front and rear parking lights can be turned
on even when the ignition is switched off.
.
parking lights are switched on.Headlights
See page 34 for information on switching between high and low beams.
NOTE: Bi-Xenon headlights (option): Turn the headlight switch to position 0 to activate a daylight sensor, which automatically switches the low beams on or off, depending on ambient light conditions. When driving in daylight, the headlights will switch off and the daytime running lights will come on. In darkness, the daytime running lights will switch off and the Bi-Xenon headlights will switch on.
Foglights
Front fog lights (option)
The front fog lights can be used in combination
with either the headlights or the parking lights.
Rear fog light
The single rear fog light is located in the driver's
side tail light cluster.
The rear fog light will only function in combination with the high/low beam headlights or the optional front fog lights.
An indicator light in the button illuminates when the rear fog light is on.
NOTE: The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when conditions such as fog, rain, snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for other vehicles to less than 500 ft. (150 meters).
Instrument panel lighting
The instrument panel lighting illuminates when
the ignition key is in position II and the light
switch (1) is in either position 
or
.
Unlocking the fuel filler door
Press button 5 when the car is at a standstill to
unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the
fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the
car begins to move forward. An audible click
will be heard when the fuel filler door relocks.
NOTE: If the fuel filler door does not unlock after the button has been pressed, drive the car
1. On Canadian models, the daytime
running lights will remain on with
the light switch in this position.
WARNING!