2001 Volvo S60 Owner's Manual

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  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 1
    with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance require- ments/ recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and 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
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    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
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    a catalytic converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone. Instruments, switches and controls 1. Front fog lights 2. Headlights/ Parking lights 3. Rear fog light 4. Turn signals/ High/ low beams 5. Cruise
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    Parking brake (hand brake) 45 11. Center console switches 37, 38 12. Climate control 51 13. Audio system 61 14. 12 V socket 45 15. Hazard warning flashers 42 16. Glove compartment 108 17. Panel vents 53 18. Text window 30 19. Temperature gauge 30 20. Odometer/ Trip odometer/Cruise control indicator
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    Contents Contents Safety Instruments and controls Climate control Audiio Interior Locks and alarm Starting and driving Wheels and tires Car care Maintenance and service Specifications Index Contents | Top of Page
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    Steering wheel adjustment 36 Switches in the center console 37 Lighting panel 39 Turn signals 40 Windshield wipers/ washer 41 Hazard warning flashers, rear window/ sideview mirror defroster, heated front seats 42 Trip computer (option) 43 Cruise control 44 Parking brake, electric socket/ cigarette
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    air . At low speeds or 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
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    both lights are still on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid level (see page 170 for the location of the brake fluid reservoir). WARNING! If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message
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    possible fault in the emission control system. Although driveability may not be affected, see an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection. Canadian models are equipped with this warning light: NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
    STOP ENGINE Stop and switch off the engine. Serious risk of damage. SERVICE URGENT Take your car in for service immediately. SEE MANUAL Consult your owner's manual. SERVICE REQUIRED Take your car in for service as soon as possible. FIX NEXT SERVICE Have your car checked at the next service interval
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    have to drive with tires of different dimensions (e. g., spare tire). NOTE: To help reduce the risk that this system is turned off inadvertently, the switch must be held in for at least half a second to turn STC off. The warning symbol in the instrument panel will light up to indicate that
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
    to help avoid battery drain. Headlights, parking lights, license plate lights and instrument panel illumination are on if the ignition key is in position II. If the headlight switch is in this position, all lights will go out when the ignition is switched off. The headlight switch must be in this
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
    C - Front fog lights (option)* The front fog lights will function only in combination with the low beam headlights. An LED in the switch indicates when the front fog lights are on. D - Rear fog light* The rear fog light is considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
    indicator flashes faster than normal, check for a burned- out turn signal bulb. 3. Exterior courtesy lights Home Safe System When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the courtesy lighting function: Remove the key from the ignition switch. Pull the direction indicator lever towards
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
    the control ring (A) upward to increase wiper speed or downward to decrease the speed. Rain sensor (option) The rain sensor replaces the headlights (certain models) after the lever is released. pg. 42 Hazard warning flashers, rear window/ sideview mirror defroster, heated front seats Hazard warning
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    will light up. A timer automatically switches off the heating to the sideview mirrors after approximately 6 minutes and to the rear window after approxi- mately 12 minutes. The LED will go out correspondingly. Heated front seats (option) The front seat heating can be switched on and off as required
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    time the trip computer was reset (by pressing RESET, button C). When the engine is switched off, information on average speed is stored and remains in system memory until the RESET (button C) is pressed again. pg. 44 Cruise control Cruise control The cruise control panel is located on the left
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    at the end of the lever and lowering the lever completely. WARNING! Always use the parking brake (hand brake) when parking. On hills, also turn the front wheels toward the curb. The indicator light in the instrument panel will light up even if the parking brake is applied only slightly. Be sure to
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
    windows are controlled by buttons in the arm rests. The ignition switch must be ON * (ignition key in position I, II or the engine running) for the electrically operated windows to function. To lower: Press down the front edge of the button to the first detent (" stop"). To raise: Lightly pull up
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    on the driver's door armrest. If the LED in the switch is ON: The rear door windows can only be raised or lowered with the buttons on the driver's door armrest. pg. 47 Electrically operated windows Electrically operated window in the front passenger's seat The control for the electrically operated
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    are located on the driver's door armrest. Driver's side: Press the L switch (an LED in the switch will light up) to activate the adjustment control and then use this control to adjust the driver's door mirror. Passenger's door: Press the R switch (an LED in the switch will light up) and then use the
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
    Electrically operated sun roof To operate the sun roof, the ignition key must first be turned to the intermediate or drive position (position I, II or the engine running). To slide open the sun roof: Pull the switch back to the first detent (" stop") and hold it until the sun roof has opened to the
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    Do not attempt to fully close the sun visor when the sun roof is in the ventilation position as this could damage the mechanism. WARNING! The sun roof must never be obstructed in any way when in operation. Contents | Top of Page
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    with the equipment descriptions, operating instructions and maintenance require- ments/ recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and 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
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
    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
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
    a catalytic converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone. Instruments, switches and controls 1. Front fog lights 2. Headlights/ Parking lights 3. Rear fog light 4. Turn signals/ High/ low beams 5. Cruise
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    Parking brake (hand brake) 45 11. Center console switches 37, 38 12. Climate control 51 13. Audio system 61 14. 12 V socket 45 15. Hazard warning flashers 42 16. Glove compartment 108 17. Panel vents 53 18. Text window 30 19. Temperature gauge 30 20. Odometer/ Trip odometer/Cruise control indicator
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    Contents Contents Safety Instruments and controls Climate control Audiio Interior Locks and alarm Starting and driving Wheels and tires Car care Maintenance and service Specifications Index Contents | Top of Page
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
    2001 VOLVO S60 Audio pg. 61 Audio Audio system HU- 413 - overview 62 Audio system HU- 613 - overview 63 Audio system HU- 803 - overview 64 Audio systems HU- 413/ HU- 613/ HU- 803 65 Audio systems HU- 803 - radio 69 Program types (HU- 803 only) 71 AUM (Advanced User Mode) 72 Audio system HU- 413/ HU-
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    13. Dolby B Noise Reduction 14. Active Sound Control (ON or OFF) 15. Scan function pg. 63 Audio system HU- 613 - overview 1. .On/ off next/ previous track CD - Selecting next/ previous track 6. Radio - Manual station selection Cassette - Fast winding forward/ backward CD - Fast forwards
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    External CD changer (option) 7. 7 Radio - Station seek up/ down CD - Selecting next/ previous track 8. Radio - Manual station selection CD - Fast forward/ backward 9. CD eject 10. Dolby Pro Logic - switching on 11. 2 channel stereo 12. 3 channel stereo 13. CD slot 14. CD random play 15
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    19. Display pg. 65 Audio systems HU- 413/ HU- 613/ HU- 803 Switch on/off Press the knob to switch on or turn off the radio. Volume control Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume. Volume control is electronic and does not have an end stop. If you have a key pad in the steering wheel, increase
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
    systems HU- 413/ HU- 613/ HU- 803 Fader - Balance front/rear Adjust front/ rear speaker balance by pressing the button to extend the control and turning it to the left (more sound from the rear speakers) or to the right (more sound from the front the button to select lower frequencies and the right
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
    is displayed. 2. Turn "1- 20/ DISC" knob if you wish to change to another of the auto-stored stations. Another auto-stored station is selected Data System operates in the FM band only, and the information transmitted is supplied exclusively by participating broadcasters. Volvo has no control over
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
    find the radio in your car is equipped to take advantage of this system. pg. 69 Audio systems HU- 803 - radio Traffic information (TP) - HU- 803 text NEWS is displayed. Press the "NEWS" button again if you want to switch off the function. As soon as a news broadcast begins, the news program will
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
    turning the "1- 20/ DISC" knob. 3. When you have reached the program type you require press the 4. "1- 20/ DISC" knob to begin the search. 5. If there off. Volume of traffic information/ news/ PTY - HU- 803 only If you change the volume when the TP, PTY or NEWS function is active, the new volume
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
    Rock Rock Classic rock Cls_ Rock Adult hits Adlt_ Hit Soft rock Soft_ Rck Top 40 Top_ 40 Country Country Oldies Oldies Soft Soft Nostalgia Nostalgia Jazz Jazz Classical Classicl Rhythm and Blues R_&_ B Soft Rhythm and Blues Soft_ R& B Foreign language Language Religious music Rel_ Musc Religious
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
    the amount of condensation that forms on the windows. Use a commercial window cleaning agent to clean the windows. Ice and snow Always keep the air intake grille at the base of the windshield free of snow. Cabin air filter Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. The
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
    This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 2.2 lbs (1000 g) R134a and uses PAG oil. Passenger compartment blower Approximately 50 minutes after the ignition is turned off, the blower may come on automati-cally, and run for seven minutes, to remove condensation in the A/ C
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
    ) AUTO This function automatically regulates the Electronic Climate Control system so that the selected temperatures are maintained. The blower, heating, air distribution (air flow) and air conditioning are controlled. If you prefer to manually set any of these functions, the remaining functions
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
    56 Electronic climate control, ECC (option) Air distribution Press AUTO to automatically regulate air flow or press any combination of the controls shown in the illustration to manually adjust air flow. An LED in the switch will light up if an air flow control has been pressed. Heated front seats
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
    quality sensor detects contaminated outside air, the air intake closes and the air inside the passenger compartment is recirculated, i. e. no outside air enters the car. The filter also cleans recirculated passenger compartment air. When the ECC system is in the AUTO mode, the green LED will be on
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 43
    recommended in the service schedule. However, if the car is used in a severely contaminated environment, it may be necessary to change the filter more frequently. pg. 58 Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/ C) pg. 59 Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/ C) A/ C - ON/ OFF
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    heating for the passenger seat should be switched off when the seat is not occupied. pg. 60 Manual climate control with air conditioning, (A/ C) Recirculation Recirculation can be used to shut out stale air, exhaust, etc. from the passenger compartment. The air in the passenger compartment is then
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
    Contents | Top of Page
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    2001 VOLVO S60 pg. 106 Storage compartments WARNING! Packages on the rear window shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. Anchor any heavy objects to help prevent them from moving during sudden stops. pg. 107 Storage compartments
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    compartments in the center console Cup holder Cup holders are provided for the front seat occupants (optional in the empty the astray. Cup holder in rear seat (option) Press the cup holder in the rear seat center armrest to release it. pg. 108 Storage compartments Cup holder in the dashboard
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    the arms inwards. Press the holder in after use. WARNING! Never use glass bottles. Remember also that hot drinks may cause burns. Pen holder The dashboard contains a pen holder. Glove compartment The glove compartment can be used to store things such as the owner's manual, maps, pens, etc. pg
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    hanger Use the coat hanger for clothes of normal weight. pg. 110 Storage compartments Waste bin/ bottle holder in the rear seat (option) Do as follows to change the waste bag: 1. Open the holder. 2. Use both hands to press out the bottom of the holder. 3. Fit the bag around the bottom portion and
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
    the rear seat backrests as follows: Check first that the head restraint is folded down. Pull the handle in the cargo compartment as shown in the illustration. Fold the backrest down. WARNING! Keep vehicle doors and the luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child's reach. Unsupervised
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
    ark position (automatic transmission) to help prevent to transport long, light cargo such as skis in the trunk of your car. To lower the backrest: Pull the right release control handle in the trunk the upright Grocery bag holder (option) Open the trunk lid. Hang or secure your grocery bags
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
    or lowered by pressing the catch at the base of the left head restraint support kit are located under the floor of the trunk. To access the spare tire: Pull up the floor mats, front and rear Remove the jack and tool kit. Unscrew the spare wheel and lift it out. WARNING! Make sure that the spare tire
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    Unscrew the spare tire and lift it out. Return and secure everything in reverse order. See also page 157 for more information on using the jack. pg. 114 Spare wheel and tools Contents | Top of Page
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
    2001 VOLVO S60 Interior pg. 99 Interior Front seats 100 Interior lighting 104 Floor mats (option) 105 Storage compartments 106 Rear seat and trunk 111 Spare wheel and tools 113 pg. 100 Front seats Manual height adjustment - front seat The front edges of the driver and passenger seat cushions can be
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
    . WARNING! Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops. pg. 102 Front seats Power seat (option) Operation Passenger seat: The seat can only be adjusted if the ignition key is in position I, II or if the engine is
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
    is closed, the seat can be adjusted for 40 seconds. The ignition key can be in position 0 or not yet inserted in the ignition switch. Remote control If you unlock the car with the remote control and open the driver's door, the driver's seat will adjust to the settings it had the last time the car
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 57
    the car from the outside with the key or remote control. You switch off the ignition (turn the key to position 0). The courtesy light stays on for 10 minutes if one of the doors is left open after the car is unlocked. The courtesy light switches off if: The engine is started. The car is locked from
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
    running. If the engine is running, the lights stay on indefinitely. The lights can be switched off at any time by pressing the button. pg. 105 Floor mats (option) Vanity mirror The light comes on when you open the cover. Floor mats (option) Volvo offers floor mats specially manufactured for your
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
    Contents | Top of Page
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    2001 VOLVO S60 Safety pg. 9 Safety Seat belts 10 Airbags (Supplemental Restraint System) 12 Side airbags (SIPS airbags) 18 Inflatable Curtain (IC) 20 Inspection of airbags or booster seat determined by age, weight and height. Volvo also believes no child should sit in the front seat of a car. NOTE:
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
    rapidly during braking and acceleration check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide located low, as shown in the above illustration. WARNING! they should be replaced after any collision, three-point belt system will have a the front passenger's seat.
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    point seat belt system. The inflatable airbag is installed folded up in the center of the steering wheel. The wheel is embossed with SRS. WARNING! Never drive an SRS equipped car with your hands on the steering wheel pad / airbag housing. Passenger side airbag The airbag on the front passenger side
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    by airbag deployment. WARNING! As its name implies, SRS is designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to - not a replacement for - the three-point belt system. system is not damaged. Do not attempt to service any component of the SRS yourself. Attempting to do so may result in serious personal injury. If a problem
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
    service technician. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants Warning light in the instrument panel A self- diagnostic system incorporated in the sensor monitors the SRS. This system does not, however, monitor the Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
    the ignition key is turned to positions I, II or III and should go out after 7 seconds or when the engine is started. Check that this light is functioning properly every time the car is started. The following items are monitored by the self- diagnostic system: Sensor unit Cable harness Gas generator
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
    procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear selector to the neutral position. Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes and disconnect the battery Wait at least one minute Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II Press firmly on the brake pedal. Move the gear
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 67
    airbags (2) and front seat belt tensioners for both of the front seats. To deploy the system, the sensor (3) activates the gas generators causing the airbags to be inflated with nitrogen gas. As the movement of the seats' occupants compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a controlled
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
    the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by an authorized Volvo service technician. In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants should sit in an upright position with the seat belt properly fastened. Failure to follow these instructions can result
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
    remote controls Keys Two keys are provided with your car; a master key and a service key. The master key, the remote control, and the central locking button may all be used to lock and unlock all of your car's locks. The service key will operate only the driver's door and the ignition switch. It
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
    . Please note that this function will not unlock the doors if the engine is running. Immobilizer (start inhibitor) Each of the keys supplied with your car contains a coded transmitter. The code in the key is transmitted to an antenna in the ignition switch where it is compared to the code stored in
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
    3 seconds. NOTE: Airbag deployment will automatically unlock the doors. The keys may also be used to lock and unlock the doors, and to activate and deactivate the alarm system. To avoid leaving your keys in the car, make a habit of always locking the car with the remote control. * See page 122
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
    motion and inclination alarm sensors. Doing so would DEACTIVATE: the sunroof and interior courtesy light controls. the central locking buttons on the front door armrests, although the interior door handles would still function to allow occupants to leave the car. Disabled features would remain
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
    control twice. If all doors are locked when you close the trunk lid, it locks automatically. Unlocking the trunk lid with the master key The master key remote control is not working or the car is without power). Open the trunk lid as follows: Insert the master key into the upper or lower part of
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
    continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will set off the alarm: The hood is forced open. The trunk is forced open. A door is forced open. The ignition switch is tampered with. If there is movement in the passenger compartment (if the car is equipped with the
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
    on the remote control or by unlocking the driver's door with the key. Visual alarm signal The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals and turning on the interior lighting for approximately 5 minutes. Audible alarm signal An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
    before the ignition is switched on - the alarm has been triggered Fault in the alarm system: If a fault has been detected in the alarm system, a message / re-arm system If the car is unlocked with the remote, the car will re- lock and the alarm will re- arm after 2 minutes unless a door or the trunk
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
    driveability and fuel economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains deposit control additives, check with the service station operator. NOTE: Volvo does not recommend the use of external fuel injector cleaning systems. Unleaded fuel Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
    ). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected, and the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs, please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for service. Gasoline containing alcohol
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
    R. NOTE: Your car is equipped with a KEYLOCK system (automatic transmission). When the engine is switched off, the gear selector must be in the (P) ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch. When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
    lights off. II Drive position: The key position when driving. The car's entire electrical system is connected. III Start position: Release the key when the engine starts. The key returns automatically to the Drive position. A chime will sound if the key is left in the ignition and the driver's door
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
    that decrease gas mileage are: Worn or dirty spark plugs Incorrect spark plug gap Dirty air cleaner Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter Dragging brakes Incorrect front end alignment Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals. NOTE
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
    roadways, etc.). Damage to the engine could result if excess water is drawn in through the air intake system. Never drive the vehicle in water deeper than 1 foot (300 mm). See the flood warning on page 16. Weight distribution affects handling At the specified curb weight your car has a tendency to
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
    P position (SHIFTLOCK). To release the gear selector from this position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed. WARNING! Never leave the car unattended when the engine is running. If, by mistake, the gear selector is moved from
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
    as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. The car should not be moving when shifting from R to the D position. Neutral control When the engine is idling, the gear selector is in the Drive position and the brake pedal is depressed, the transmission will automatically switch to neutral. The
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
    parking brake should also be set whenever the car is parked. The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position (SHIFTLOCK). To release the gear selector from this position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed. WARNING
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    and should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. The car should not be moving when shifting from R to the D position. Automatic transmission - adaptive system The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive control system that constantly monitors the way in which the
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 87
    extra pressure would be required for normal braking. If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. WARNING! If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed in
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 88
    in the brake system. Stop the car in a suitable place and switch off the engine. Restart the engine. If both warning lights go off, no further action is required. If both lights are still on after the engine has been restarted, switch off the engine again and check the brake fluid level (see page
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 89
    Contents | Top of Page
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    155 Changing wheels 156 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 158 pg. 152 General information General information about wheels and tires Your vehicle is equipped with tires according to the tire information label on the inside of the fuel filler door. All tires have a dimension designation. Example
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 91
    tire economy: Maintain correct tire pressure. See the tire pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler door. Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard braking and tire screeching. Tire wear increases with speed. Correct front wheel alignment is very important. Unbalanced wheels impair tire economy
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    the fuel filler door. This label lists both tire and vehicle design limits. Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated. WARNING! Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead to failure resulting in loss of vehicle control without
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 93
    / 80 R17. Recommended tire pressure (see decal on Fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car the Temporary Spare tire is used on. In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. WARNING! Current legislation prohibits the
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 94
    of the car (see illustration on next page). To change a wheel: Engage the parking brake. Put the gear selector in (P) ark (automatic transmission) or reverse (manual trans- mission). Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the tool kit. With the car still on the ground, use
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 95
    car's weight must not rest on the jack attachment. See illustration "Attaching the jack" to the left. Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack. Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 96
    lowest, are AA, A, B, and C, as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.. WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight- ahead) traction tests and is not
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 97
    same cleaning agent used on the rest of the car. Never clean the bumpers with gasoline or paint thinner. Difficult spots can be removed with denatured alcohol. To avoid scratches, do not dry the bumpers with paper. NOTE: When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 98
    - we recommend that you handwash the car. WARNING! When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes several times in order to remove any moisture from the brake linings. Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This constitutes a fire risk. Automatic
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 99
    since the coloring can spread. Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding. Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center. pg. 162 Paint touch up Paint touch up Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish
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    Contents | Top of Page
  • 2001 Volvo S60 | Owner's Manual - Page 101
    2001 VOLVO S60 Maintenance and service pg. 163 Maintenance and service Volvo service 164 Maintenance Schedule 165 Working on your car 168 Hood and engine compartment 170 Oils and fluids 171 Wiper blades 175 Battery 176 Bulbs 179 Fuses 186 pg. 164 Volvo service Maintenance service Volvo advises you
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    Service Records Information Booklet". 3) For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems, the timing belt and tensioner must be replaced every 105,000 miles (168,000 km). pg. 166 Maintenance Schedule 2001 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE S60 R = Replace I = Inspect (Correct or Replace
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    144) EMISSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Engine 1 Fuel line filter PCV nipple (orifice)/hoses, clean I I Battery (check charge and electrolyte level) I I I I I I I I I I I I Brakes Inspect brake pads, replace components as necessary I I I I I I I I I I I 2 I I I I I I Brake fluid
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    For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems, the fuel line filter should be replaced at 105,000 miles (168,000 km). The filter is replaced as one complete unit. Replace more frequently if contaminated fuel is introduced into the tank (or if there is reason to suspect
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    steering and the air conditioning unit. NOTE: The drive belt is equipped with a self-tensioning mechanism and requires no adjustment between changes.! WARNING! The engine must not be running when this check is performed. Check coolant level The cooling system must be filled with coolant and not leak
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    . WARNING! Check that the hood locks properly when closed! Engine compartment 1. Expansion tank - coolant 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Washer fluid reservoir 4. Dipstick - engine oil 5. Radiator 6. Cooling fan 7. Oil filler cap - engine 8. Clutch/ brake fluid reservoir 9. Relay/ fuse box 10
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    SJ/ Energy conserving. Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection. Operation in hot climates When temperatures exceed 86¡ F (30¡ C) in your area, Volvo recommends, for the protection of your engine, that you use a heavier weight oil, such as SAE
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    first service. CAUTION: Not checking the oil level regularly can result in serious engine damage if the oil level becomes too low. Park the car on a level surface and wait for at least 5 minutes after the engine has been switched off. Be sure the oil level is maintained between the upper and lower
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    Check coolant regularly! WARNING! Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is warm. Wait until the car cools. If it is necessary to top up the coolant when the engine is warm, unscrew the expansion tank cap slowly so that the overpressure dissipates. pg. 174 Oils and fluids Clutch and brake
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    under extremely hard conditions (mountain driving, etc.) Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retailer. Power steering fluid reservoir The fluid level should always be between the MIN and MAX marks. Fluid type: ATF Replace: No fluid change required Contents | Top of Page
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    information 192 Dimensions, weights 193 Capacities 194 Lubricants, Cooling system 195 Three way catalytic converter 196 Suspension 197 Bulbs 198 Electrical system 199 Engine specifications 200 Transmission 201 Volvo On Call 202 pg. 192 Label information 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information Your
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    vehicle with the retailer and when ordering parts. pg. 193 Dimensions, weights Dimensions Length 180 in. (458 cm) Width 71 in. (180 cm) Height 56.2 in. (143 cm) Wheelbase 107 in. (272 cm) Front track 61.5 in. (156 cm) Rear track 61.4 (156 cm) Turning circle, between curbs 35.4- 38.7 ft. (10.8- 11
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    weight or gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded. ** See also section "Trailer towing" WARNING! When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total capacity weight must not be exceeded. pg. 194 Capacities Fuel tank 18.5/ 21.1 US gal. (70/ 80 liters) * Engine
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    Brake fluid DOT 4+. Cooling system Type Positive pressure, closed system. Coolant Volvo original coolant/ antifreeze Volume 5 cyl. non- turbo 8.5 US qts. (8.0 liters) 5 cyl. turbo 9.3 US qts (8.8 liters) pg. 196 Three way catalytic converter Three- way catalytic converter cautions Keep your engine
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    . - Altering emission system components or location or removing components. - Repeated use of leaded fuel. NOTE: Unleaded fuel is required for cars with three-way catalytic converters.) pg. 197 Suspension Wheel dimension 15" Rim diameter (mm) 415 tire side diameter(mm) 515 Toe- in front (degrees
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    use correct torque. When changing the plugs, check that the suppressor connectors are in good condition. Cracked or damaged connectors should be replaced. When changing the spark plugs, clean the terminals and the rubber seals. WARNING! The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages
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    in the intake manifold and increases engine power over that developed by the normally-aspirated engine. The charge air cooler (which resembles a radiator) is located between the turbo- compressor and inlet manifold. Fuel system The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system. pg. 201
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    Contents | Top of Page
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    / stage Air distribution Air filter Air quality sensor Air vents Airbag - Side Impact (SIPS) Airbags (front) Alarm Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Approach lighting Ashtray Audio Audio systems - general information Audio systems - specifications AUTO (climate control) Electronic Climate Control, ECC
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    Brake fluid Brake light Brake system Bulbs C Capacities Cargo compartment Cassette player Catalytic converter CD player Ceiling lighting Center console - storage compartments Central locking system - remote control Changing coolant Changing oil and oil filter Changing wheels Check Engine warning
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    airbags E ECC Economical driving Electric socket Electrical system Electrically operated windows Engine - starting Engine compartment Engine oil Engine oil, capacity Engine specifications Engine oil - checking Environment F Fan Federal Clean Air Act FIX NEXT SERVICE Floor mats Fog lamp Front
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    warning light Glove compartment Glove compartment - locking Grocery bag holder H Handling Hazard warning flashers Head restraint - center, rear Headlight washer Headlight wiper blades Headlights Heated front seats High beam "flash" High beam bulb High beam indicator High/ low beams - replacing
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    Long distance trips Long loads - carrying Low beam bulb Lubricants M Maintenance Schedule Maintenance services Malfunction indicator light Manual climate control with air conditioning Manual transmission Messages in the display Multifilter with air quality sensor N Normal turns (direction indicators
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    Seat belt Seat belt maintenance Seat belt reminder Seat belts (keeping child seats in place) SEE MANUAL Service Service reminder SERVICE REQUIRED SERVICE URGENT Shiftlock Side airbags Side marker lamp SIPS airbags Ski hatch Snow chains Snow tires Spare tires Spare wheel Spark plugs Specifications
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    ) 12 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - warning light 33 Suspension 197 Switches in the center console 37 T Tachometer 30 Temperature (climate control) 55 Temperature gauge 30 Temporary spare tire 154 Text window - messages 35 Tire economy - improving 152 Tires 152 Tires - tread wear indicators
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    symbol in center of dashboard Warranties Washer fluid reservoir Washing the car Waste bin Waxing Weight distribution Weights Wheels WHIPS Windshield washer Windshield washer fluid reservoir Windshield wipers Winter tires Winter/ Wet driving mode Wiper blades WARNING! 192 154 192 3 202 134 , 136 31
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    liter). See page 172. 5. Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See page 174. Fuel octane rating, see page 126. Tire pressure, see label located on the inside of the fuel tank cover. *Engine oil should be checked each time the car
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    See pages 179 - 183 for more information on replacing bulbs. Contents | Top of Page
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VOLVO
S60
Introduction
Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust 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 require- ments/ 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 evidenced by the certification labels
attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment.
For further information please contact your retailer, or:
In the USA:
Volvo Cars of North America
Customer Relations
P.O. Box 914
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
800-458-1552
In Canada:
Volvo Canada Ltd.
175 Gordon Baker Road
Willowdale, Ontario M2H 2N7
800-663-8255
General Information
Shiftlock (automatic transmission)
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.