2018 Volvo V60 Owner's Manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Volvo
Model:
V60
Rating:
Table of Contents
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Searching for information
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Categories
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Favorites
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Quick Guide
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Navigating in an article
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On-board owner's manual
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The owner's manual in mobile devices
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Footnotes
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Risk of injury
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Risk of damage to the vehicle
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Procedures
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Position lists
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Bullet lists
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Continues on next page
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Continuation from previous page
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Options and accessories
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Shiftlock
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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
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Fuel filler door
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Points to keep in mind
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Maps
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Mobile apps
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Owner's manuals for earlier model Volvos
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Contact
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FSC®
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Driver distraction
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Accessory installation
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Occupant safety reminders
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Volvo customers in Canada
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Transport Canada can be contacted at:
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Seat belt pretensioners
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Seat belt maintenance
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Adjusting seat belt height (front seat belts only)
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Seat belt retractor
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When wearing the seat belt remember:
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Unbuckling the seat belt
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Rear seats
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The front airbag system
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Front airbag deployment
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Airbag decals
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Disabling the passenger's side front airbag
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Modifications
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Components in the SIPS airbag system
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Volvo has some very specific recommendations:
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When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:
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Child restraint registration and recalls
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Securing an infant seat with a seat belt
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Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt
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Securing a booster cushion
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To access the anchors
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Securing a child seat
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Integrated two-stage booster cushionCanada only: This cushion may be referred to as a built-in booster cushion.
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Stage 1
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Stage 2
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Child safety locks – rear doors
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Power child safety locks and disengaging rear door windows
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Gauges and indicators: analog instrument panel
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Function check
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Current (instantaneous) reading
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Available power
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Fault in the Active Bending Light (ABL) system
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Malfunction Indicator Light
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Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
78
Rear fog lights
78
Stability system
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Stability system - Sport mode
78
Low fuel level
78
Information symbol
78
High beam indicator
78
Left turn signal indicator
78
Right turn signal indicator
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Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
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Ecofunction on
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Start/stop
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Low oil pressure
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Parking brake applied
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Airbags – SRS
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Seat belt reminder
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Generator not charging
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Engine temperature
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Fault in brake system
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Warning symbol
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Reminder – doors not closed
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Operation
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EXITfunctions
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Setting the clock
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Inserting and removing the remote key
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Inserting the remote keyNot necessary in vehicles with the optional keyless drive.
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Removing the remote key
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Ignition mode 0
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Ignition mode I
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Ignition mode II
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Returning to mode 0
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Starting and stopping the engine
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Emergency towing
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Power seat
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Programming the seat's memory
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Heated seats
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Storing the positions of the power driver's seat/mirrors in the remote key
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Returning the seat/mirrors to the stored positions
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Emergency stop
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Rear center head restraint
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Manually folding down the rear seat's outboard head restraints
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Automatically folding down the rear seat’s outboard head restraints
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Folding down the rear seat backrests
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Adjusting
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Keypads and steering wheel paddles
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Horn
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Continuous high beam headlights
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High beam flash
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Models with an analog instrument panel
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Models with a digital instrument panel
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Cornering lightsCertain models only
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Instrument lighting
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\Theater\ lighting
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When changing lanes
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When turning
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Overhead courtesy lighting
102
Courtesy lights/door step lighting
102
Glove compartment lighting
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Cargo area lighting
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Windshield wipers off
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Single sweep
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Intermittent wiping
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Continuous wiping
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Windshield wiper service position
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Activating and setting the sensitivity
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Heated washer nozzles
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High-pressure headlight washing
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Tailgate wiper and reverse gear
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Manual up/down
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Auto up/down
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Adjusting
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Tilting the door mirrors when parking
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Home safe and approach lighting
108
Automatically tilting the door mirrors when parking
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Automatic retraction when locking
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Resetting to neutral
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Auto-dim function
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Operation
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Calibration
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Visor
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Automatic opening
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Manual opening
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Manual closing
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Automatic closing
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Gate Operator/Canadian Programming
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Resetting HomeLink Buttons
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Analog instrument panel
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Digital instrument panel
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Functions
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Information headings
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Functions
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Information headings
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Average fuel consumption
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Average speed
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Current fuel consumption
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Distance to empty
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Trip odometer
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Average speed and fuel consumption
127
Changing units
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Function
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Settings
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Air conditioning
130
Side windows and moonroof
130
Fog on the inside of the windows
130
Temporary shut-off of the air conditioning
130
Ice and snow
130
Climate system maintenance
130
Refrigerant
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Sensor location
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Passenger compartment filter
131
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)
131
Materials used in the cabin
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Air vents in the dashboard
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Air vents in the door pillars
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Starting the seat heating automatically
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Heated rear seats
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Temperature control
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Blower control
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Timer
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Using load carriers
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Mounting in the rear position
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Mounting in the front position
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Removing and storing the cargo net
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Use
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Installing the cover
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Removing the cover
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Folding down the cargo area cover's rear flap
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Folding the grid up/down
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Installing the steel cargo grid
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Locking confirmation
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Lock indicator
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Buttons on the remote
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Removing the key blade
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Reinserting the blade
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Activating the private locking function
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Opening the remote key
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Inserting a new battery
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Closing the remote key
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Locking the vehicle
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Unlocking the vehicle
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Unlocking
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Locking
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Indicator light in the lock buttons
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Lock buttons in the rear side doors
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Automatic relocking
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Automatic locking
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Unlocking the tailgate with the remote key
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Unlocking the tailgate from the driver's seat
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Locking the tailgate with the remote key
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Opening that tailgate manually
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Arming the alarm
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Disarming the alarm
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Automatic re-arming
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Remote key not functioning
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Traction Control (TC)
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Spin Control (SC)
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Active Yaw Control (AYC)
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Corner Traction Control (CTC)
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Engine Drag Control (EDC)
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Trailer Stability Assist (TSA)
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Sport mode
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Symbols and messages in the main instrument panel
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Introduction
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Speed alert
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Sensus Navigation
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Operation
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Engaging the cruise control function
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Setting a speed
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Adjusting the set speed
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Switching from ACC to CC
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Switching from CC to ACC
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Automatic deactivation
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Temporary deactivation
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Resume set speed
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Deactivation
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Radar sensor type approval
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Function
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Warning light—driver braking required
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Steep inclines and/or heavy loads
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Putting ACC in standby mode
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Setting a speed
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Changing the set speed
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Setting a time interval
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Standby mode (temporary deactivation)
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Standby mode due to action by the driver
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Automatic standby mode
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Resuming the set speed
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Turning ACC off completely
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Passing another vehicle
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Introduction
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Enhanced speed interval
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Automatic standby mode when ACC changes target vehicles
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No automatic braking when at a standstill
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The parking brake is applied automatically
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The radar sensor and its limitations
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Situations where ACC may not function optimally
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Symbols and messages in the display
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Introduction
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Setting a time interval
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Limitations
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Symbols and text messages
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Function
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Using City Safety™
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On and Off
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Limitations
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Troubleshooting
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Symbols and messages in the display
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The laser sensor
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Collision Warning
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Brake Support
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Auto-brake
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Activating/deactivating both warning signals
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Activating/deactivating the audible warning signal only
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Setting a warning distance
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Checking settings
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Fault tracing and actions
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Maintenance
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On/Off
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Function
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Limitations
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Instrument panel
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Center console display
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Lane Departure Warning (LDW)Models with 5- or 6-cylinder engines only.
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Operation and function
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Settings
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Limitations
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Symbols and messages
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LDW or LKA
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LKA function
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On/Off
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Steering assist
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Vibration warnings
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Dynamic cornering
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Visual indicator
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Audible signal
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Rear park assist
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Front park assist
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Activating/deactivating
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Cleaning the sensors
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Introduction
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1: Searching and measuring
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2: Backing into the parking space
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3: Adjusting the vehicle's position
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Information to keep in mind
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Maintenance
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Faults in the system
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Introduction
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Ambient lighting conditions
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Zoom
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Automatic zoom
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Deactivation
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Settings
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Summary
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Guiding lines
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Marker lines
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Vehicles equipped with Park Assist
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Keep in mind
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Radar sensor type approval
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When does BLIS function
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Activating/deactivating BLIS
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When does CTA function
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Limitations
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Maintenance
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Active functions
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Deactivated functions
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Message in the instrument panel display
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Hill Start Assist (HSA)Certain models only
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Shiftlock
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Gear indicator
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Reverse: position R
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Neutral: position N
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Drive: position D
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While driving
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Shiftlock: Neutral (N)
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Geartronic: steering wheel paddles
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Geartronic: Sport mode (S)Certain models only
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Geartronic: starting on slippery surfaces
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Shiftlock override
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Auto-stopping the engine
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Auto-starting the engine
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Deactivating Start/Stop
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Text messages
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Introduction
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Function
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Combinations of On and Off
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Activating Eco Coast
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Deactivating Eco Coast
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Eco Coastlimitations
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Additional information and settings
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Introduction
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Function
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Using HDC
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Brake pad inspection
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Power brakes function only when the engine is running
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Water on brake discs and brake pads affects braking
280
Severe strain on the brake system
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Cleaning the brake discs
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Symbols in the instrument panel
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Adaptive brake lights
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Emergency Brake Assistance
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Electric parking brake
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Low battery voltage
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Parking on a hill
282
Applying the electric parking brake
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Manual release
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Automatic release
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Heavy load uphill
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Symbol and messages in the instrument panel
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Deposit control gasoline (detergent additives)
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Alcohol – Ethanol
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Minimum octane
289
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
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Demanding driving
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Fuel Formulations
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Use of Additives
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Manually opening the fuel filler door
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Opening/closing the fuel cap
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Three-way catalytic converter
292
Heated oxygen sensors
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Economical driving conserves natural resources
293
Handling and roadholding
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Trailer cable
296
Function
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Facts about TSA
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How TSAworks
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Attaching the towing eyelet
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Introduction
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Tire rotation
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New Tires
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Tire age
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Storing wheels and tires
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Summer and winter tires
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Changing a wheel
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Spare tire
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Spare wheel
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Re-installing the wheel
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Inflation placard
310
Tire inflation
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Cold tires
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To check inflation pressure:
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Speed ratings
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Curb weight
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Capacity weight
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Permissible axle weight
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TREADWEAR
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TRACTION
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Determining which tire monitoring system is in your vehicle
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Introduction
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Messages
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Erasing warning messages
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Recalibrating TPMS (Canadian models only)
324
Activating/deactivating TPMS (Canadian models only)
324
Erasing warning messages
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Introduction
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Accessing the tire sealing system
326
Tire sealing system–temporarily repairing a flat tire
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The Federal Clean Air Act – U.S.
334
Maintenance
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Applicable warranties – U.S./Canada
334
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
334
Each time the car is refueled:
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Monthly:
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As needed:
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Hoisting the vehicle
336
How do states use OBD II for emission inspections?
337
How can my vehicle fail OBD II emission inspection?
337
Prerequisites
337
CSB menu access
338
Booking information and data from the vehicle
338
Booking service or repairs manually
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My Appointments
338
Transmitting vehicle data
338
Booking information and vehicle data
339
Opening and closing the hood
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Checking and adding oil
342
Checking the level
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Removing the headlight housing
347
Reinserting the headlight housing
347
Removing the cover to access the bulbs
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Extra high beamModels with optional Active Bending Lights only.
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Removing the lens
352
Reinstalling the lens
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Replacing the windshield wiper blades
354
Cleaning
355
Replacing the tailgate wiper blade
355
Cleaning
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Symbols on the battery
356
Handling
357
Maintenance
358
Removal
360
Rally bar R-Design models
360
Installation
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Positions
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Positions: fusebox A
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Positions: fusebox B
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Positions
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Positions
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Exterior components
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Fabric
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AlcanteraTMsuede-like material
373
Leather care
374
Cleaning leather upholstery
374
Protecting leather upholstery
374
Cleaning a leather-covered steering wheel
374
Cleaning the seat belts
375
Cleaning floor mats
375
Spots on interior plastic, metal, or wood surfaces
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Color code
375
Minor stone chips and scratches
376
Repairing stone chips
376
Location of labels
379
List of labels
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Engine specifications
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Extreme engine operation
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Introduction
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Warning symbol
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Information symbol
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Warning symbols in the instrument panel
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Indicator symbols in the instrument panel
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Information symbols in the instrument panel
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Related information
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2018 Volvo V60 Overview
Introduction
The 2018 Volvo V60 encapsulates the spirit of luxury, practicality, and performance in a stylish wagon format. Designed for those who value sophistication and utility, the V60 boasts a harmonious blend of Swedish craftsmanship and innovative technology. Whether commuting through city streets or embarking on weekend adventures, this model promises a driving experience marked by comfort and confidence.
Powertrains
The 2018 V60 is offered with various powertrains, catering to diverse driving preferences. The base T5 model features a 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-four engine delivering 240 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque, providing a spirited yet efficient performance. For enthusiasts, the T6 variant is equipped with a supercharged and turbocharged version of the same engine, generating an impressive 302 horsepower. Both powertrains are paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission, ensuring a smooth and responsive ride.
Trims
The V60 model lineup includes several trims: the base T5, the more powerful T6, and the sport-oriented T6 Polestar. Each trim offers unique features, with the T5 focusing on essential luxury while the T6 introduces enhanced technology and comfort elements. The T6 Polestar edition elevates the experience, emphasizing performance with sport-tuned suspension and design enhancements, appealing to driving purists.
Features
A host of high-end features define the interior of the 2018 V60. Standard offerings include leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and a user-friendly infotainment system with smartphone integration. Safety is paramount, with standard equipment like forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring, ensuring peace of mind on every journey. Optional features such as adaptive cruise control and a premium sound system amplify the driving pleasure.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2018 Volvo V60 serves as an essential resource, providing comprehensive guidance on its features, maintenance, and operation. Owners can easily navigate through topics ranging from warranty details to troubleshooting and recommended services. This user-friendly manual ensures that every driver maximizes their ownership experience while appreciating the sophisticated engineering behind the wheel.
User manual download
The Volvo V60 owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2018 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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