2008 Volvo S80 Owner's Manual - Page 67

Press the Unlock button on the remote key. Two short flashes from the car's direction indicators confirm that the alarm has been deactivated and that all doors are unlocked. Turning off (stopping) the alarm If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the Unlock button on the remote control or by inserting the remote key in the ignition slot. Two short flashes from the car's direction indicators confirm that the alarm has been turned off. Other alarm-related functions Automatic re-arming If the doors are unlocked, the locks will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will re-arm after 2 minutes unless a door or the trunk has been opened. Audible/visual alarm signal An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds. The visual alarm signal is given by flashing all turn signals for approximately 5 minutes or until the alarm is turned off. Remote key not functioning If the remote key is not functioning properly, the alarm can be turned off and the vehicle can be started as follows: 1. Open the driver's door with the key blade. This will trigger the alarm. 2. Insert the remote key into the ignition slot. This will turn off the alarm. 69 02 Locks and alarm Alarm Reduced alarm function Turning off the accessory alarm sensor(s) In certain situations it may be desirable to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if, for example, you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or if a pet is left in the vehicle with the doors locked. Press the button shown in the illustration above (within 1 minute after the ignition has been switched off). A message will be displayed for 10 seconds or until the vehicle is locked, indicating that the sensors are disconnected.