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Front seats88
Power retractable hard top92
Interior lighting98
Storage compartments100

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Front seats

Manual seat adjustment

The driver's and passenger's seats can be adjusted in a number of ways to provide a comfortable driving and sitting position.

1. Forward-rearward: Pull the lever up and slide the seat to the position of your choice.

2. Use this control to raise or lower the front edge of the seat cushion.

3. Use this control to raise or lower the rear edge of the seat cushion.

4. Turn this knob (option on some passenger's seats) to adjust the firmness of the lumbar support1.

5. Turn this knob to adjust the backrest tilt.

6. Control panel for power seats.

warning WARNING
  • Do not adjust the seat while driving.
  • The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully.
  • Position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow.

    • 1Also applies to the optional power seat.

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    Accessing the rear seat-Easy Entry

    Move the seat belt from the guide before entering the rear seat. See page 15.

    Manual seat
    Moving the seat forward:

    1. Pull up control 1 (see the illustration above) to release the backrest.

    2. Tilt the backrest forward and slide the seat forward.

    Moving the seat rearward:

    1. With the backrest tilted forward, move the seat rearward to the desired position.

    2. Pull up control 1 and return the backrest to the upright position.

    Power seats
    Easy entry is only intended to be used when the front seat in unoccupied.

    Moving the seat forward:

    1. Pull up control 1 (see the illustration above) to release the backrest.

    2. Tilt the backrest forward.

    3. Press and hold down button 2 (see the illustration above) to move the seat forward.

    Moving the seat rearward:

    1. Press and hold down button 2 until the seat has returned to its original position.

    2. Pull up control 1 and return the backrest to the upright position.

    note NOTE
  • The backrest must be folded down in order to move the seat forward as far as possible to simplify entry into the rear seat.
  • If the seat is returned to the upright position when it is as far forward as possible, it will automatically move rearward approximately 2 in. (6 cm) after several seconds.

    • warning WARNING
    After the seat has been returned to its original position, be sure that the backrest is securely locked in the upright position.

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    Power seats (option)

    The power driver's seat can be adjusted:

  • If the ignition key is in position I or II.
  • During a 10 minute period after the doors have been unlocked if the door remains open.
  • If the door is closed and the ignition key is not yet in the ignition, or if the key is in position 0, the seat can be adjusted or during a period of 40 seconds. The power passenger's seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I or II, or if the engine is running.

    Adjusting the seat
    Seat adjustment controls 1, 2, 3, and 4 on the side of the seat can be used to move the seat to the position of your choice.

    1. Move this section of the control up or down to raise/lower the front section of the seat cushion.

    2. Move the control forward/rearward to move the seat forward or rearward.

    3. Move this section of the control up or down to raise/lower the rear section of the seat cushion.

    4. Backrest tilt.

    note NOTE
    The power seats have an overload protector that activates if a seat is blocked by any object. If this occurs, switch off the ignition (key in position 0) and wait for approximately 20 seconds before operating the seat again.

    Emergency stop
    If the seat inadvertently begins to move, press any of the buttons to stop the seat.

    Programming the seat memory, driver's seat only (option)

    Three different seating positions (and the position of the door mirrors) can be stored in the seat's memory. The memory buttons are located on the outboard side of the driver's seat (see the illustration above).
    The following example explains how memory button 1 can be programmed. Buttons 2 and 3 can be programmed in the same way.

    To program (store) a seat position in memory button 1:

    1. Adjust the seat (and door mirrors) to the desired position (see the instructions above).

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    2. Press and hold down the "M" (Memory) button.

    3. With the "M" button depressed, press memory button 1 to store the seat's current position.

    To move the seat to the position that it was in when memory button 1 was programmed, press and hold down button 1 until the seat stops moving.

    As a safety precaution, the seat will stop automatically if the button is released before the seat has reached the preset position.

    Central locking system remote control and driver's seat memory
    The remote control transmitter can also be equipped with an optional function that controls the electrically operated driver's seat and door mirrors in the following way:

    1. Adjust the seat and door mirrors to the desired position.

    2. When you leave the car, lock it using the remote control.

    3. The next time the driver's door is unlocked with the same remote control and that door is opened within 2 minutes, the driver's seat and door mirrors will automatically move to the position that they were in when the doors were most recently locked with the same remote control.

    note NOTE
    The memory function in the remote control operates independently of the memory function in the seat.

    warning WARNING
  • Because the driver's seat can be adjusted with the ignition off, children should never be left unattended in the car.
  • Movement of the seat can be STOPPED at any time by pressing any button on the power seat control panel.
  • Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. In addition, position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow.
  • The seat rails on the floor must not be obstructed in any way when the seat is in motion.

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    Power retractable hard top

    Before raising and lowering the power retractable hard top

    Please observe the following information before operating the power retractable hard top:

  • There should be no objects on the power retractable hard top's cover.
  • Remove all snow, ice or loose objects from the power retractable hard top and trunk lid.
  • The top should be dry before it is lowered.

    CAUTION
    If the power retractable hard top is lowered while it is wet, water may drip into the passenger compartment or trunk

  • There should be at least 6.5 feet (2 meters) of free space from the ground (distance A in the illustration).
  • There should be at least 8 inches (20 cm) of free space behind the vehicle (distance B in the illustration in the center column).
  • The ambient temperature should be above 14°F (-10°C).
  • The trunk divider (see page 93) must be closed.
  • The trunk must be closed.
  • The vehicle must be at a standstill and the brake pedal must be pressed.

    Volvo also recommends the following:

  • The vehicle should be parked outdoors, on level ground.
  • Raising or lowering the power retractable hard top should preferably be done in one, continuous operation.
  • If the vehicle is parked outdoors, the engine should be idling to help avoid battery drain.

    CAUTION
    If the instructions on these pages are not followed, damage to the power retractable hard top's mechanism may occur.

    warning WARNING
  • The power retractable hard top must not be obstructed in any way when it is being operated. Always have an unobstructed view of the power retractable hard top when it is in motion. See also the decal on the trunk divider.
  • Anyone near the vehicle should be well clear of the power retractable hard top's moving parts before it is operated.
  • Children must never be allowed to play with the power retractable hard top control buttons.
  • Do not leave the power retractable hard top motionless longer than necessary while it is being operated
  • Do not leave the key in the ignition if there are children in the vehicle.

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    Trunk divider

    The purpose of the trunk divider is to indicate the amount of cargo that can be stowed in the trunk without affecting movement of the power retractable hard top.

    To open, grasp the handle and lift.

    To close, pull the trunk divider rearward.

    Be sure to close the trunk divider completely so that it locks in place on both the right and left sides.

    note NOTE
    If the trunk divider is not completely closed, it will not be possible to operate the power retractable hard top.

    Power retractable hard top cover

    When lowered, the power retractable hard top is concealed by a cover, see the illustration above.

    CAUTION
    Do not sit or place heavy objects on the power retractable hard top cover.

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    Raising or lowering the power retractable hard top

    1. Turn the ignition key to position II, or start the engine if the vehicle is parked outdoors.

    2. Press the brake pedal.

    3. Press and hold down the left button (1) to raise the power retractable hard top or the right button (2) to lower it. Hold down the respective button until the top is completely raised or lowered.

    Release the button when an audible signal sounds. The message ROOF OPEN or ROOF CLOSED will be displayed.

    CAUTION
  • Please heed any messages that may appear in the information display while the top is in operation.
  • Any windows that are closed will be opened approximately 4 inches (10 cm) while the power retractable hard top is in operation. The windows will be automatically re-closed when the top is completely raised or lowered.

    • warning WARNING
  • See the section "Before raising or lowering the power retractable hard top" on page 92 before operating the power retractable hard top.
  • Never pull the release wire for the power retractable hard top's hydraulic system that is located under the rear seat cushion. This wire is only intended for use by qualified service personnel. Pulling this wire could lead to:
  • High risk of being injured by the power retractable hard top mechanism.
  • Unexpected movement of the hard top, or the hard top or the trunk could inadvertently open.
  • The retractable hard top can be damaged.

    • Power retractable hard top-related text messages

  • PRESS BRAKE TO OPERATE ROOF
    Press the brake pedal to operate the retractable hard top.
  • CLOSE TRUNK FOR ROOF OPERATION
    The trunk is open and must be closed before operating the power retractable hard top.
  • CLOSE TRUNK SEP. FOR ROOF OPERAT
    The trunk divider (see page 93 for more

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    information) must be closed before operating the power retractable hard top.

  • LOW BATTERY FOR ROOF OPERATION
    The battery's charge is too low to operate the power retractable hard top. In this case, the top can only be raised. Start the engine, or if necessary, have the battery charged before operating the top.
  • ROOF NOT LOCKED
    The power retractable hard top is not fully up or down. Press and hold down the respective button again to complete the operation.
  • TEMP LIMITS ROOF OPERATION
    The power retractable hard top mechanism has overheated, or the ambient temperature is below 14° F (-10° C). If the mechanism has overheated, wait for approximately 5 minutes (the message in the information display will disappear) and try to lower or raise the top again.

    If a fault in the power retractable hard top mechanism occurs, the following messages will be displayed:

  • ROOF FAILURE SERVICE REQUIRED
    The power retractable hard top cannot be operated. Contact an authorized Volvo retailer or service technician. If the top is down in this situation, a cover for the vehicle is provided in the trunk. See page 96 for more information.
  • ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL
    The power retractable hard top must be operated according to the following instructions.

    Emergency operation
    If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed, the power retractable hard top cannot be operated in the normal way.

    note NOTE
    If a fault has occurred and the power retractable hard top has been raised, it cannot be lowered again until the fault has been corrected.

    CAUTION
    Carefully read the information under "Before raising or lowering the power retractable hard top" on page 92 before operating the power retractable hard top. Damage may be unavoidable if the power retractable hard top must be operated under such conditions.

    1. Press button 1 or 2 (see the illustration on page 94) until ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed.

    2. Release the button.

    3. Press the button again and hold it down. After approximately 5 seconds, the power retractable hard top will begin to move. Keep the button depressed until the top is fully raised.

    note NOTE
    Movement of the top may stop briefly. However, the button should be held down throughout the entire operation. An audible signal will sound during the entire operation.

    warning WARNING
  • Never pull the release wire for the power retractable hard top's hydraulic system that is located under the rear seat cushion. This wire is only intended for use by qualified service personnel. Pulling this wire could lead to:
  • High risk of being injured by the power retractable hard top's opening/closing mechanism.
  • Unexpected movement of the hard top/ the hard top or the trunk could inadvertently open.
  • The retractable hard top can be damaged.

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    Temporary cover

    The cover should only be used if the power retractable hard top is down and cannot be raised. It should be placed over the car so that the shock-cord attaching points are on the underside.

    To install the cover

    1. Raise all windows.

    2. Take out the cover (stowed in the compartment in the rear side of the ski hatch in the center of the rear seat backrest), remove it from the bag and unfold it.

    3. Slide the openings in the cover (3) over the respective door mirrors and attach the front shock-cord hooks (2) on the edges of the front wheel housings.

    4. Slide the cover under the windshield wipers so that there is one fold under each wiper blade (1).

    5. Guide the antenna through hole 5.

    6. Attach the rear side hooks (4) on the edges of the rear wheel housings.

    7. Attach the rear hooks (6) under the rear bumper.

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    Wind blocker

    The wind blocker is intended for use while driving with the power retractable hard top down to help reduce swirling breezes in the passenger compartment.

    Installing the wind blocker
    1. Unfold the wind blocker to its full width.

    2. Unfold the supports on both rear sides.

    3. Slide the winder blocker's rear supports under the rear head restraints so that they rest on the upper edge of the backrest.

    4. Press the side lock tabs into the holes in the side panels until they click into place.

    5. Raise the wind blocker.

    The zipper in the wind blocker can be opened to place or access objects in the rear seat.

    CAUTION
    Slide in the supports carefully to avoid damaging the upholstery.

    warning WARNING
  • Make sure the wind blocker is securely attached. An improperly secured wind blocker may cause injury to occupants of the vehicle or to other motorists.
  • No one should be allowed to sit in the rear seat when the wind blocker is in place.

    • When not in use, the wind blocker should be stored in its bag, in the trunk, against the rear seat backrest.

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    Interior lighting

    1. Driver's side reading light

    2. Courtesy lighting

    3. Passenger's side reading light

    The front seat reading lights can be switched on and off by pressing buttons 1 or 3.

  • The courtesy lighting (2) can be set to three positions:
  • Off - Press the right side of the button.
  • Neutral position - the interior courtesy lighting comes on when a door is opened, and is switched off when the door is closed.
  • ON - Press the left side of the button.

    Rear seat reading lights

    The rear reading lights can be switched on or off by pressing the respective buttons.

    Courtesy lighting - automatic function

    The interior lighting has a built-in automatic function that switches on the courtesy lighting for 30 seconds when:

  • the car is unlocked from the outside using the key or remote control
  • the engine is switched off and the ignition key is turned to the 0 position.

    The courtesy lighting lights up or remains on for 5 minutes when:

  • one of the doors is opened and left open.
  • the courtesy lighting has not been switched off (the right side of button 2 depressed).

    The automatic lighting goes out when:

  • the engine is started
  • the car is locked from the outside using the key or remote control.

    If the courtesy lighting is not switched off manually, it will be turned off automatically 5 minutes after the engine has been switched off.

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    Vanity mirror

    Raise the cover to switch on the light.

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    Storage compartments

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    Storage compartments

    1. Lockable storage compartment in door

    2. Jacket holder (intended for light garments only)

    3. Storage pocket on front side of front seat cushion

    4. Ticket clip

    5. Glove compartment

    6. Storage compartment behind the center instrument panel

    7. Cup holders

    8. Storage compartment in center console (for e.g. CDs)

    9. Cup holders

    10. Storage compartments in rear side panels

    11. Storage compartment on rear side of front seat backrests.

    warning WARNING
  • Anchor any heavy objects to prevent them from moving during sudden stops.
  • Packages on the rear parcel shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a sudden stop or an accident.

    • Glove compartment

    The owners manual and maps can be stored here. There are also holders for coins, pens and fuel cards. The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade from the central locking system's remote control. See the chapter "Locks and alarm" for further information about the key blade.

    Compartment in door panel

    Open the compartment by lifting the front lower section of the lid.

    Close by pressing the upper edge of the lid.

    Locking function
    The door panel compartments can be locked by pressing the Lock button on the central locking system's remote control.

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    Rear seat storage compartment

    To open, press on the top center of the panel. Both the forward and rearward catches should release and the panel should spring open. If one side does not open, press again directly over that catch.

    CAUTION
    Never pull the panel; the catches may be damaged.

    Press to close and latch the panel.

    Center console storage compartment

    This compartment can be opened by pressing the front edge of the button.

    This storage compartment also contains a keyhole that is used to manually open the trunk with the key blade1 (see page 115).

    1On certain models, this keyhole is located near the floor behind the driver's seat. See page 115 for detailed information.

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    Loading the trunk

    Loading the trunk with the power retractable hard top down
    When the power retractable hard top is down, it is folded in the trunk. Using the button shown in the illustration above, the folded power retractable hard top can be moved up or down slightly to facilitate loading or unloading small objects.

    note NOTE
    This movement is part of the normal power retractable hard top operation, which means that messages pertaining to the power retractable hard top's operation (see page 94) also apply to the this function.

    warning WARNING
    Anyone near the vehicle should be well clear of the power retractable hard top's moving parts before it is operated.

    CAUTION
  • Any objects that impede the movement of the power retractable hard top may damage the top or its mechanism.
  • When the power retractable hard top has been raised for loading the trunk, or if its movement has been interrupted by pressing the button twice, the trunk should not be closed. Doing so can damage the system or cause paint damage.

    • To raise the level of the folded power retractable hard top:

    1. Open the trunk.

    2. Press the button on the right side of the trunk opening.

    note NOTE
    There may be a delay of several seconds before the folded power retractable hard top begins to move.
    Movement of the top can be stopped by pressing the button again.

    3. The folded power retractable hard top will raise slightly. If an audible signal sounds during this operation, check the information display in the center instrument panel for messages.

    4. Lift the trunk divider (see page 93) to provide an opening into the trunk.

    5. When the objects to be loaded have been placed in the trunk, press down the trunk divider.

    6. Press the button to move the power retractable hard top downward. Movement of the top can be stopped by pressing the button again.

    7. Close the trunk.

    note NOTE
    The trunk cannot be closed while the folded power retractable hard top is in the upper position.

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    Raising and lowering the folded top in the event of a fault

    If the message ROOF FAILURE SEE MANUAL is displayed, the folded power retractable hard top can only be lowered in the trunk.

    CAUTION
    Damage may be unavoidable if the power retractable hard top must be operated when this message is displayed.

  • Press the button again and hold it down. After approximately 2 seconds, the power retractable hard top will begin to move. Keep the button depressed until the folded top is lowered.

    note NOTE
    An audible signal will sound during this entire operation.

    Load anchoring eyelets

    The eyelets in the trunk can be used to fasten accessory load and lashing straps, load nets, and other load anchors.

    12-volt socket (option)

    Fold down the lid to use the socket.

  • Using the 12-volt socket while the engine is not running drains the vehicle's battery.
  • If the ignition is switched off and a device drawing more that 0.1A is connected to a socket, a battery alert will be shown in the driver information display.
  • The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.

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    Carrying long loads (ski hatch)

    The center section of the rear seat backrest can be opened to create space for carrying long, light objects (max. length 6.5 ft/2 meters, max. weight 55 lbs/25 kg). To do so, the center section (cushion) of the rear seat backrest must be removed, the tire repair kit (if the vehicle is so equipped) must be removed and stowed in the trunk, and the plastic hatch in the trunk must be opened.

    Removing the center backrest cushion
    Pull the strap at the upper edge of the cushion, pull it forward, and lift it out.

    Opening the plastic hatch
    From the trunk, press the catches in the two holes in the hatch (A in the illustration) toward each other to release the hatch, and fold it down.

    note NOTE
    If the vehicle is equipped with the optional ski bag, the bag's zipper must be opened from the passenger's compartment in order to insert objects through the ski hatch.

    Replacing the backrest cushion
    Begin by guiding the lower section of the cushion into place. Then press the upper section of the cushion into place.

    note NOTE
    This cushion is locked in place when the vehicle is locked with the remote control. See page 112.

    Securing long objects
    Long objects should be secured with one of the rear seat belts.

  • Wrap the belt once around the object and lock the belt in the retractor as usual.

    If the vehicle is equipped with the optional ski bag, pass the seat belt through the bag's handle before fastening the seat belt.

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