2006 Volvo V50 2006 VOLVO V50 Introduction Welcome to the worldwide family of Volvo owners. We hope that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive. Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as indicated by the certification labels attached to the driver's door opening, and on the underside of the hood. For further information please contact your retailer, or: In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America Customer Care Center P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914 1-800-458-1552 http://www.volvocars.us In Canada:Volvo Cars of Canada Ltd. file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06V50_00.htm (1 of 4)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM 2006 Volvo V50 Customer Care Center 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 http://www.volvocanada.com 2006 © Volvo Cars of North America, LLC Introduction General information Shiftlock When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To release the selector from this position, turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the gear selector and move the selector from (P)ark. Keylock When the ignition is switched off, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS system in your car performs a self-diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed of approximately 12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control module. This is normal. Fuel filler door Press the button on the light switch panel when the car is at a standstill to open the fuel filler door. Fuel filler cap After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Malfunction Indicator Lamp ("Check Engine" light) may indicate a fault. Points to keep in mind Before you operate your vehicle for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the new-engine oil consumption information on page 187. You should also be familiar with the information found in the chapters "Instruments and controls", and "Starting and driving". q Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the vehicle for the first time. q The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the vehicle for ready access. q Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and emission control requirements. In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these requirements. Modifications to the emission control system(s) may render your Volvo not certifiable for legal operation in the U.S., Canada and other countries. q All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements. Optional equipment described in this manual may not be available in all markets. q Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation. q file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06V50_00.htm (2 of 4)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM 2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! If your vehicle is involved in an accident, unseen damage may affect its driveability and safety. Introduction WARNING! CALIFORNIA proposition 65 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Volvo and the environment Volvo is committed to the well being of its customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our environmental impact. Volvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall environmental impact of a product throughout its complete life cycle. In this context, design, production, product use, and recycling are all important considerations. In production, Volvo has partly or completely phased out several chemicals including freons, lead chromates, naphtanates, asbestos, mercury and cadmium; and reduced the amount of chemicals used in our plants 50% since 1991. Volvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a three-way catalytic converter with a Lambda sond, now called the heated oxygen sensor, in 1976. The current version of this highly efficient system reduces emissions of harmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from the exhaust pipe by approximately 95% and the search to eliminate the remaining emissions continues. Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air conditioning system of all models as far back as the 1975 model 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined purification systems and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal. After Volvo cars and parts have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle. The metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a car, which makes the car among the most recycled industrial products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, many Volvo variants have printed dismantling manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual components. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts weighing more than 1.7 oz. (50 grams) are marked with international symbols that indicate how the component is to be sorted for recycling. In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines, Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles. When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment. To reduce your vehicle's environmental impact, you can: q Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires. q Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. q Drive at a constant speed whenever possible. q See an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction indicator) lamp illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started. q Properly dispose of any vehicle-related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc. Introduction q When cleaning your car, use Volvo's own car care products, all of which have systematically been adapted to the environment. PremAir® The surface of the radiator in the engine compartment is treated with a special coating called Premair1*. This coating works as a file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06V50_00.htm (3 of 4)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM 2006 Volvo V50 catalytic converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone. 1 PremAir is a registered trademark of Engelhard Corporation. Contents Contents Chapter 1 - Instrument overview Chapter 2 - Safety Chapter 3 - Instruments and controls Chapter 4 - Climate Chapter 5 - Interior Chapter 6 - Locks and alarm Chapter 7 - Starting and driving Chapter 8 - Wheels and tires Chapter 9 - Vehicle care Chapter 10 - Maintenance and servicing Chapter 11 - Audio Chapter 12 - Specifications Index Top of Page file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06V50_00.htm (4 of 4)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM 2006 Volvo V50 2006 VOLVO V50 Chapter 1 - Instrument overview pg. 8 Instrument overview pg. 9 Instrument overview 1. Steering wheel adjustment 2. Hood opener 3. Controls in driver's door 4. Turn signals, high beams, trip computer 5. Lighting panel, fuel filler door opener 6. Central locking button, door open handle 7. Climate system air vents 8. Side window air vent file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_01a.htm (1 of 3)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM 2006 Volvo V50 9. Cruise control 10. Horn, airbag 11. Main instrument panel 12. Audio controls (option) 13. Windshield wipers and washers, headlight washers (certain models) 14. Ignition key/start control 15. Rear-view mirror and optional compass 16. Seat belt reminder 17. Driver's side reading light 18. Movement detector (option), alarm 19. Courtesy lighting switch 20. Position for accessory switch 21. Passenger's side reading light 22. Moonroof control (option) 23. Display for climate control and audio systems 24. Audio system 25. Controls for audio system/personal settings 26. Climate control system 27. Gear selector 28. Side window air vent 29. Central locking button, door open handle 30. Glove compartment 31. Controls in passenger's door 32. Parking brake 33. 12-volt socket 34. Stability system STC/DSTC switch 35. Switch for optional equipment 1. Power window lockout button 2. Power windows 3. Door mirror button, driver's side 4. Door mirror adjustment control 5. Door mirror button, passenger's side file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_01a.htm (2 of 3)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM 2006 Volvo V50 Contents | Top of Page file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_01a.htm (3 of 3)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM 2006 Volvo V50 2006 VOLVO V50 Chapter 2 - Safety Occupant safety 12 Seat belts 13 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 16 Front airbags 17 Occupant Weight Sensor - disabling the passenger's side front 20 airbag Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags 23 Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) 24 Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) 25 Collision status 27 Inspecting safety system components 28 Child safety 29 pg. 12 Safety Occupant safety Volvo's concern for safety Safety is Volvo's cornerstone. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the production line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact zones were designed into Volvo cars long before it was fashionable or required by government regulation. We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safety features and to file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_02a.htm (1 of 16)12/30/2006 4:49:25 PM 2006 Volvo V50 refine those already in our cars. You can help. We would appreciate hearing your suggestions about improving automobile safety. We also want to know if you ever have a safety concern with your car. Call us in the U.S. at: 1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at: 1-800-663-8255. Occupant safety reminders How safely you drive doesn't depend on how old you are but rather on: q q q How well you see. Your ability to concentrate. How quickly you make decisions under stress to avoid an accident. The following suggestions are intended to help you cope with the ever changing traffic environment. q Never drink and drive. q If you are taking any medication, consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving abilities. q Take a driver-retraining course. q Have your eyes checked regularly. q Keep your windshield and headlights clean. q Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks. q Take into account the traffic, road, and weather conditions, particularly with regard to stopping distance. Reporting safety defects in the U.S. If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of North America. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your retailer, or Volvo Cars of North America. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1- 800-424-9393 (or 202-366-0123 in Washington, D.C. area) or write to: NHTSA, U. S. Department of Transportation, Washington D.C. 20 ...