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Disengaging the parking brake

Parking brake control - release.

Releasing manually

1. Insert the remote control key in the ignition

switch

2. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.

3. Pull the control.

The parking brake releases and the

combined instrument panel's symbol
extinguishes.

Releasing automatically

1. Put the seatbelt on.

2. Start the engine.

3. Depress the foot brake pedal firmly.

4. Move the gear selector to position D or R

and depress the accelerator.
>

The parking brake releases and the

combined instrument panel's symbol
extinguishes.

NOTE

For safety reasons, the parking brake is only
released automatically if the engine is running
and the driver is wearing a seatbelt. The park-
ing brake is released immediately on cars
with automatic gearbox when the accelerator
pedal is depressed and the gear selector is in
position D or R.

Heavy load uphill

A heavy load, such as a trailer, can cause the car
to roll backward when the parking brake is
released automatically on a steep incline. Avoid
this by depressing the control while driving off.
Release the control when the engine achieves
traction.

Replacing the brake linings

The rear brake linings must be replaced at a
workshop due to the design of the electric park-
ing brake - an authorised Volvo workshop is rec-
ommended.

Symbols and messages

For information on how the combined instrument
panel's text messages can be shown and
deleted, see Messages - handling (p. 114).

For cars with keyless start and lock system: Press START/STOP ENGINE.

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Symbol

Message

Meaning/Action

Message

•

Read the combined instrument panel's message.

A flashing symbol indicates that the parking brake is applied.

If the symbol flashes in any other situation then this means that a fault has arisen.

•

Read the combined instrument panel's message.

Handbrake not
fully released

A fault is preventing the parking brake from being released:

•

Try to apply and release the brake.

If the fault persists after a few attempts:

•

Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Note: A warning signal sounds if the journey is continued with this error message.

Handbrake not
applied

A fault is preventing the parking brake from being applied:

•

Try to release and apply the brake.

If the fault persists after a few attempts:

•

Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

The message is also illuminated on cars with manual gearbox when the car is driven at low speed with the door open in
order to alert the driver that the parking brake may have been unintentionally disengaged.

Handbrake
Service
required

A fault has arisen:

•

Try to apply and release the brake.

If the fault persists after a few attempts:

•

Visit a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

If the car has to be parked before a possible fault
is rectified then the wheels must be turned as if

parking on a hill and the gear selector must be
set in position P.

A text message can be acknowledged by briefly
pressing the OK button on the direction indicator
stalk.

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Economical driving

Drive economically and eco-consciously by driv-
ing smoothly, thinking ahead, and adjusting your
driving style and speed to the prevailing condi-
tions.

Plan for electric operation

It is important to plan carefully when driving in
electric mode in order to achieve the longest
possible driving distance:

Charge

•

Charge the car regularly from the mains
power circuit. Make it a habit to always start
a journey with fully-charged hybrid battery.

•

Find out where the charging stations are
located.

•

If possible, select a parking space with a
charging station.

Precondition

•

Precondition the car before driving if possible
using the charging cable connected to the
mains power circuit.

•

Avoid parking the car in a way that the inte-
rior cools down or overheats while parking.
Park the car in an acclimated garage, for
example.

•

During a short drive after preconditioning of
the passenger compartment, switch off the
ventilation fan if possible.

•

If preconditioning is not possible when it is
cold outside, use seat heating and steering

wheel heating first of all

*. Avoid warming up

the whole of the interior which takes energy
from the hybrid battery.

Drive

An energy-saving driving style reduces power
consumption and makes it possible to extend the
range.

•

For lowest energy consumption, activate the

Pure

drive mode.

•

Drive at a steady speed and keep a good dis-
tance to other vehicles and objects to mini-
mise braking.

•

Balance the power requirement using the
accelerator pedal. Use the indicator for avail-
able electric motor power in the driver dis-
play, see Eco guide & Hybrid guide (p. 73), in
order to avoid starting the internal combus-
tion engine unnecessarily. The electric motor
is more efficient that the internal combustion
engine, in particular at low speed.

•

During braking - brake gently with the brake
pedal, this recharges the hybrid battery. A
regenerative braking function is integrated in
the brake pedal.

•

When driving in hilly terrain, utilise the engine
braking function. The car engine brakes
when the accelerator pedal is released and
the hybrid battery is recharged.

•

High speed results in increased energy con-
sumption - the wind resistance increases
with speed.

•

Select drive mode

Save

at higher speeds

during drives which are longer than the
range of the electricity.

•

Drive with the correct air pressure in the
tyres and check this regularly - select ECO
tyre pressure for best results.

•

Choice of tyres can affect fuel consumption -
seek advice on suitable tyres from a dealer.

•

Remove unnecessary items from the car -
the greater the load the higher the consump-
tion.

•

A roof load and ski box increase air resis-
tance, leading to higher consumption -
remove the load carriers when not in use.

•

Avoid driving with open windows.

•

Do not hold the car stationary on a hill with
the accelerator pedal. Use the foot brake
instead.

WARNING

Remember that the car does not emit any

engine noise when it is only powered by the

electric motor and may therefore be difficult

to notice by children, pedestrians, cyclists and

animals. This applies in particular at low

speeds, such as in car parks.

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Outside temperature

The electric motor, electronics and batteries work
best at approx. 25 °C. When the car is connected
to an electrical socket it is conditioned (p. 138)
to its optimal temperature range. If the car is
started in cold weather or goes beyond its per-
mitted temperature range while driving then the
fuel heater starts and, if required, the internal
combustion engine starts automatically so that
heating takes place. The car can be driven elec-
trically but with reduced power if the temperature
becomes too low.

Similarly, the system may need to be cooled
down when driving in hot conditions.

NOTE

If the outside temperature drops extremely
low then the diesel engine will always be run-
ning.

Power consumers

The more power consumers in the car that are
switched on (e.g. stereo, electrically heated win-
dows, door mirrors, seats, etc.) the higher the
energy consumption.

Related information

•

Range for electric operation (p. 293)

•

Winter driving (p. 292)

Driving in water

Driving in water means that the car is driven
through deep water on a water-covered road-
way. Fording must be carried out with great cau-
tion.

The car can be driven through water at a maxi-
mum depth of 25 cm at a maximum speed of
walking pace. Extra caution must be exercised
when passing through flowing water.

During driving in water, maintain a low speed and
do not stop the car. When the water has been
passed, depress the brake pedal lightly and
check that full brake function is achieved. Water
and mud for example can make the brake linings
wet resulting in delayed brake function.

•

If necessary, clean the contacts for the elec-
tric heater and trailer coupling after driving in
water and mud.

•

Do not let the car stand with water over the
sills for any long period of time - this could
cause electrical malfunctions.

IMPORTANT

Engine damage can occur if water enters the
air filter.

In depths greater than 25 cm, water could
enter the transmission. This reduces the lubri-
cating ability of the oils and shortens the
service life of these systems.

Damage to any component, engine, transmis-
sion, turbocharger, differential or its internal
components caused by flooding, hydrostatic
locking or oil shortage, is not covered by the
warranty.

In the event of the engine stalling in water, do
not try restart - tow the car from the water to
a workshop - an authorised Volvo workshop is
recommended. Risk of engine breakdown.

Related information

•

Recovery (p. 320)

•

Towing (p. 319)

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Overheating

Under special conditions, for example hard driv-
ing in hilly terrain and hot climate, there is a risk
that the engine and drive system may overheat -
in particular with a heavy load.

For information about overheating when driving
with a trailer, see Driving with a trailer

* (p. 312).

•

Remove any auxiliary lamps from in front of
the grille when driving in hot climates.

•

If the temperature in the engine's cooling
system is too high then a warning symbol is
illuminated in the combined instrument pan-
el's information display and a text message

High engine temperature Stop safely

shown there - stop the car in a safe way and
allow the engine to run at idling speed for
several minutes in order to cool down.

•

If the text message

High engine

temperature Turn off engine

Engine

coolant level low Stop safely

is shown

then the engine must be switched off after
stopping the car.

•

In the event of overheating in the gearbox a
built-in protection function is activated which,
amongst other things, illuminates a warning
symbol in the combined instrument panel,
and its display shows the text message

Transmission hot Reduce speed

Transmission hot Stop safely Wait for
cooling

- follow the recommendation given

and lower the speed and stop the car in a

safe way and allow the engine to run at idling
speed for a few minutes in order to allow the
gearbox to cool down.

•

If the car overheats, the air conditioning may
be switched off temporarily.

•

Do not turn the engine off immediately you
stop after a hard drive.

NOTE

It is normal for the engine's cooling fan to
operate for a time after the engine has been
switched off.

Driving with open tailgate/boot lid

When driving with the tailgate open, toxic
exhaust fumes can be sucked into the car
through the cargo area.

WARNING

Do not drive with an open tailgate! Toxic

exhaust fumes could be drawn into the car

through the cargo area.

Related information

•

Loading (p. 154)

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Overload - starter battery

The electrical functions in the car load the starter
battery (p. 380) to varying degrees. Avoid using
the key position

II (p. 83) when the car is

switched off. Instead use position

I - which uses

less power.

Also, be aware of different accessories that load
the electrical system. Do not use functions which
use a lot of power when the car is switched off.
Examples of such functions are:

•

ventilation fan

•

headlamps

•

windscreen wiper

•

audio system (high volume).

If the starter battery voltage is low then the com-
bined instrument panel's information display
shows the text

Low battery charge Power

save mode

. The energy-saving function then

shuts down certain functions or reduces certain
functions such as the ventilation fan and/or
audio system.

–

In which case, charge the starter battery by
starting the car and then running it for at
least 15 minutes - starter battery charging is
more effective during driving than running
the engine at idling speed while stationary.

Before a long journey

Before a long journey, it makes good sense to
go through the following points:

•

Check that the engine is working normally
and that fuel consumption (p. 424) is nor-
mal.

•

Make sure that there are no leaks (fuel, oil or
other fluid).

•

Check all bulbs and tyre tread depths.

•

Carrying a warning triangle (p. 332) is a
legal requirement in certain countries.

Related information

•

Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 364)

•

Changing wheels - removing wheels (p. 328)

•

Lamp replacement - general (p. 368)

Winter driving

For winter driving it is important to perform cer-
tain checks in order to ensure that the car can
be driven safely.

Check the following in particular before the cold
season:

•

The engine coolant (p. 365) must contain
50% glycol. This mixture protects the engine
against frost erosion down to
approximately –35 °C. To avoid health risks,
different types of glycol must not be mixed.

•

The fuel tank must be kept filled to prevent
condensation.

•

Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with
lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate starting
in cold weather and also reduce fuel con-
sumption while the engine is cold. For more
information on suitable oils, see Engine oil -
adverse driving conditions (p. 415).

IMPORTANT

Low viscosity oil must not be used for hard
driving or in hot weather.

•

The condition of the starter battery and
charge level must be inspected. Cold
weather places great demands on the starter

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battery and its capacity is reduced by the
cold.

•

Use washer fluid (p. 379) to avoid ice form-
ing in the washer fluid reservoir.

To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo recom-
mends using winter tyres on all wheels if there is
a risk of snow or ice.

NOTE

The use of winter tyres is a legal requirement
in certain countries. Studded tyres are not
permitted in all countries.

Slippery driving conditions

Practise driving on slippery surfaces under con-
trolled conditions to learn how the car reacts.

Related information

•

Winter driving (p. 292)

Range for electric operation

The car's range for electric operation depends
on several factors, e.g. the number of active
power consumers. The ability to achieve a long
range varies according to the circumstances and
conditions under which the car is being driven.

Factors that affect the range

The driver can influence some factors, but has no
influence over others. The longest range can be
achieved under extremely favourable conditions
when all factors have a positive impact.

Factors the driver cannot influence

There are several external factors that affect the
range in varying degrees:

•

traffic situation

•

short driving distances

•

topography

•

outside temperature and headwind

•

road condition and surface.

Factors the driver can influence

The driver should be aware that the following fac-
tors affect the range so he/she can operate the
car in an energy-efficient manner:

•

regular charging

•

Preconditioning

•

drive mode

Pure

•

Climate settings

•

speed and acceleration

•

drive mode

Save

•

tyres and tyre pressure.

Power consumers

In order to achieve the longest possible mileage
for electric operation, the driver of an electric car
must think about energy (p. 301) conservation.
The more consumers there are (stereo, electric
heating in windows/mirrors/seats, very cold air
from the climate control system, etc.) that are
switched on - the shorter the potential mileage.

NOTE

In addition to high power output in the pas-
senger compartment, high speed, sudden
acceleration, heavy loads and uphill gradients
can also reduce the possible driving distance.

Driving with electric operation

Select drive mode

Pure

for the most energy-effi-

cient driving - to get as far as possible with elec-
tric power alone.

Select drive mode

Save

at higher speeds during

drives which are longer than the range of the
electricity.

Longer periods of inactive time

During normal hybrid battery charging (p. 300)
some of the charging current is used to keep the
car's drive system ready to drive, mainly to control

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the hybrid battery's temperature. If the car is not
being used for a few days then energy can be
saved by not starting preconditioning. If the car is
not used for a long time, the hybrid battery per-
forms best if the car is parked in a cool place. For
further information about what to consider during
longer periods of inactive time, see Long-term
storage of vehicles with hybrid batteries (p. 311).

Related information

•

Economical driving (p. 289)

•

Drive system - drive modes (p. 270)

Fuel filler flap - Opening/closing

The fuel filler flap can be opened/closed as fol-
lows:

Opening/closing the fuel filler flap

Open the fuel filler flap using the button on the
lighting panel - the flap opens when the button is
released.

In the combined instrument panel's dis-
play the arrow on the symbol indicates

which side of the car the fuel cap is located.

•

Close the fuel filler flap by pressing it in until
a click confirms that it is closed.

Related information

•

Filling up with fuel (p. 295)

Fuel filler flap - manual opening

The fuel filler flap can be opened manually when
electric opening from the passenger compart-
ment is not possible.

1. Open/remove the side hatch in the cargo

area (same side as fuel filler flap).

2. Expand/open a perforated section in the iso-

lation and locate a green cord with handle.

3. Pull the cord gently straight back until the

fuel filler flap folds out with a "click".

IMPORTANT

Pull the wire gently - minimal force is required
to disengage the hatch lock.

Related information

•

Filling up with fuel (p. 295)

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Filling up with fuel

Important things to consider when refuelling.

Opening/closing the fuel cap

The fuel filler cap can be attached onto the flap.

A certain overpressure may arise in the tank in
the event of high outside temperatures. Open the
cap slowly.

•

After refuelling - refit the cap and turn it until
one or more clicking sounds are heard.

Filling up with fuel

1. Choose fuel that is approved for use in the

car in accordance with the identifier

on the

inside of the fuel filler flap.

See information on approved fuels in the
section on diesel (p. 296).

2. Do not overfill the tank but stop refuelling

when the pump nozzle cuts out the first time.

NOTE

Overfilled fuel in the tank can overflow in hot
weather.

Filling with a fuel can

When filling with a fuel can, use the funnel
located under the floor hatch in the cargo area.

Make sure you insert the funnel's pipe firmly into
the filler pipe. The filler pipe has an openable
cover and the funnel's pipe must be slid past the
cover before filling can begin.

Related information

•

Fuel filler flap - manual opening (p. 294)

•

Fuel - handling (p. 295)

Fuel - handling

Fuel of a lower quality than that recommended
by Volvo must not be used as engine power and
fuel consumption is negatively affected.

WARNING

Always avoid inhaling fuel vapour and getting

fuel splashes in the eyes.
In the event of fuel in the eyes, remove any

contact lenses and rinse the eyes in plenty of

water for at least 15 minutes and seek medi-

cal attention.
Never swallow fuel. Fuels such as petrol, bioe-

thanol and mixtures of them and diesel are

highly toxic and could cause permanent injury

or be fatal if swallowed. Seek medical atten-

tion immediately if fuel has been swallowed.

WARNING

Fuel which spills onto the ground can be igni-

ted.
Switch off the fuel-driven heater before star-

ting to refuel.
Never carry an activated mobile phone when

refuelling. The ring signal could cause spark

build-up and ignite petrol fumes, leading to

fire and injury.

The identifier in accordance with the CEN standard EN16942 is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap, and will be on corresponding fuel pumps and their nozzles at filling stations throughout Europe at the

latest by the end of 2018.

Only applies to a car with diesel engine.

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IMPORTANT

Mixtures of various fuel types or use of fuels
which are not recommended will invalidate
Volvo's guarantees and any supplementary
service agreements; this is applicable to all
engines.

NOTE

Extreme weather conditions, driving with a
trailer or driving at high altitudes in combina-
tion with fuel grade are factors that could
affect the car's performance.

Related information

•

Fuel - diesel (p. 296)

•

Diesel particle filter (DPF) (p. 298)

•

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 424)

•

Fuel tank - volume (p. 421)

Fuel - diesel

Diesel is a type of engine fuel that is intended for
cars with a diesel engine.

Only use diesel fuel from well-known producers.
Never use fuel of dubious quality. Diesel fuel
must fulfil the EN 590 or SS 155435 standard.
Diesel engines are sensitive to contaminants in
the fuel, such as excessively high volumes of sul-
phur and metals.

Identifier

The identifier in accordance with the CEN stand-
ard EN16942 is located on the inside of the fuel
filler flap, and will be on corresponding fuel
pumps and their nozzles at filling stations
throughout Europe at the latest by the end of
2018.

This is the identifier that applies for current
standard fuel in Europe. Diesel with the following
identifiers may be used in cars with diesel
engine:

B7 is diesel with maximum
7 volume % fatty acid methyl
ester (FAME).

At low temperatures (lower than 0 °C) a paraffin
precipitate may form in the diesel fuel, which may

lead to ignition problems. The fuel qualities that
are sold must be adapted for season and climate
zone, but in the event of extreme weather condi-
tions, old fuel or moving between climate zones,
paraffin precipitate may occur.

The risk of condensation in the fuel tank is
reduced if the tank is kept well filled. When refu-
elling, check that the area around the fuel filler
pipe is clean. Avoid spilling fuel onto the paint-
work. Wash off any spillage with detergent and
water.

IMPORTANT

Diesel fuel must:

•

fulfil the EN 590 and/or SS 155435
standards

•

have a sulphur content not exceeding
10 mg/kg

•

have a maximum of 7 vol % FAME

(B7).

Fatty Acid Methyl Ester

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IMPORTANT

Diesel type fuels that must not be used:

•

Special additives

•

Marine diesel fuel

•

Heating oil

•

FAME

and vegetable oil.

These fuels do not fulfil the requirements in
accordance with Volvo recommendations and
generate increased wear and engine damage
that is not covered by the Volvo warranty.

Limitation due to low outside
temperature

To avoid the risk of paraffin precipitate (see previ-
ous section) in the diesel fuel due to low thermal
resistance, the car has a market-dependent func-
tion which automatically limits the option of using
electric operation with the PURE or HYBRID
drive mode in low temperatures. If such a situa-
tion occurs then the diesel engine will be running
the whole time.

Diesel fuel thermal resistance is a measure of
the usefulness of the fuel at low temperatures.
Normally, the diesel fuel's thermal properties are
adapted to the climate zone and season in which
it is distributed and sold.

The automatic limitation in low temperatures
increases gradually depending on the age of the
fuel in the tank. When the car has recently been
refuelled there is no limitation, but it increases
the older the fuel in the tank becomes, counted
in months.

The purpose of the function is, in low outside
temperatures, to allow the car to consume fuel at
such a rate that fresh fuel - with the correct ther-
mal resistance - can/must be added before the
critical temperature for the current fuel is
reached.

Fuel age

Old diesel fuel (from approx. 5 months and older)
in combination with condensation can, in some
circumstances, lead to algal and bacterial growth
in the fuel system and/or oxidation of the fuel
with the risk of operational disruption as a result.

To avoid such problems, the car has a built-in
function which checks the age of the fuel. In con-
nection with this, a self-explanatory text message
may appear, for example:

•

Aged fuel Start combustion engine to
consume fuel

•

Aged fuel Engine will run to consume
fuel

•

Aged fuel Fill up fuel tank

Follow the recommended action where appropri-
ate.

Empty tank

Once the engine has stopped due to fuel starva-
tion, the fuel system needs a few moments to
carry out a check. Do this before starting the
engine, once the fuel tank has been filled with
diesel:

1. Insert the remote control key in the ignition

switch and push it in to the end position. For
more information, see Key positions (p. 82).

2. Press the START button without depressing

the brake and/or clutch pedal.

3. Wait approx. one minute.
4. To start the engine: Depress the brake

and/or clutch pedal and then press the
START button again.

NOTE

Before filling with fuel in the event of fuel
shortage:

•

Stop the car on as flat/level ground as
possible - if the car is tilting there is a risk
of air pockets in the fuel supply.

Diesel fuel with maximum 7 vol % FAME (B7) is permitted.

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To bear in mind when you have run out
of fuel

Avoid running out of fuel. In the event of an
empty tank, it is possible to continue driving with
the available charge in the hybrid battery. After
refilling the fuel, it may seem to take longer to
start the engine (up to 30 seconds). In certain
cases, repeated attempts to start the car may
also be required.

Once the engine has been started, it is recom-
mended to keep it running for at least 5 minutes.
Select drive mode AWD or POWER in order to
facilitate the supply of fuel.

If the message

Internal combustion engine

unavailable Limited performance and
mileage

is shown in the combined instrument

panel's information display - switch off and then
restart the engine again to regain full function.

Draining condensation from the fuel
filter

The fuel filter separates condensation from the
fuel. Condensation can disrupt engine operation.

For optimum performance, it is important to fol-
low the service intervals for fuel filter change as
well as to use genuine parts developed specifi-
cally for this purpose.

The fuel filter must be drained at the intervals
specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet or

if you suspect that the car has been filled with
contaminated fuel. For more information, see
Volvo service programme (p. 356).

IMPORTANT

Certain special additives remove the water
separation in the fuel filter.

Related information

•

Fuel - handling (p. 295)

•

Diesel particle filter (DPF) (p. 298)

•

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 424)

Diesel particle filter (DPF)

Diesel cars are equipped with a particle filter,
which results in more efficient emission control.

The particles in the exhaust gases are collected
in the filter during normal driving. So-called
"regeneration" is started in order to burn away
the particles and empty the filter. This requires
the engine to have reached normal operating
temperature.

Regeneration of the particle filter is automatic
and normally takes 10-20 minutes. It may take a
little longer at a low average speed. Fuel con-
sumption may increase slightly during regenera-
tion.

During regeneration, charging of the hybrid bat-
tery is activated temporarily in the background,
which is similar to the SAVE function, see Drive
system - drive modes (p. 270).

Regeneration in cold weather

If the car is frequently driven short distances in
cold weather then the engine does not reach
normal operating temperature. This means that
regeneration of the diesel particle filter does not
take place and the filter is not emptied.

When the filter has become approx. 80% full of
particles, a yellow warning triangle is shown in
the combined instrument panel, and the message

Applicable to five-cylinder engines only.

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Soot filter full See manual

is shown in its

information display.

Start regeneration of the filter by driving the car
until the engine reaches normal operating tem-
perature, preferably on a main road or motorway.
The car should then be driven for approximately
20 minutes more.

NOTE

The following may arise during regeneration:

•

a smaller reduction of engine power may
be noticed temporarily

•

fuel consumption may increase temporar-
ily

•

a smell of burning may arise.

When regeneration is complete the warning text
is cleared automatically.

Use the parking heater

* in cold weather - the

engine then reaches normal operating tempera-
ture more quickly.

IMPORTANT

If the filter is completely filled with particles, it
may be difficult to start the engine and the fil-
ter is non-functional. Then there is a risk that
the filter will need to be replaced.

Related information

•

Fuel - handling (p. 295)

•

Fuel - diesel (p. 296)

•

Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 424)

•

Fuel tank - volume (p. 421)

Catalytic converters

The purpose of the catalytic converters is to
purify exhaust gases. They are located close to
the engine so that operating temperature is
reached quickly.

The catalytic converters consist of a monolith
(ceramic or metal) with channels. The channel
walls are lined with a thin layer of platinum/
rhodium/palladium. These metals act as cata-
lysts, i.e. they participate in and accelerate a
chemical reaction without being used up them-
selves.

Lambda-sond

oxygen sensor

The Lambda-sond is part of a control system
intended to reduce emissions and improve fuel
economy. For more information, see Fuel con-
sumption and CO2 emissions (p. 424).

An oxygen sensor monitors the oxygen content
of the exhaust gases leaving the engine. This
value is fed into an electronic system that contin-
uously controls the injectors. The ratio of fuel to
air directed to the engine is continuously
adjusted. These adjustments create optimal con-
ditions for efficient combustion, and together with
the three-way catalytic converter reduce harmful
emissions (hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and
nitrous oxides).

Related information

•

Fuel - diesel (p. 296)

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300

Charging the hybrid battery

In addition to the fuel tank, as in a conventional
car, the car is equipped with a rechargeable bat-
tery - a so-called hybrid battery of the lithium-ion
type.

The hybrid battery is charged using a charging
cable with control unit (p. 303) which is located
in the storage area under the cargo area floor,
see Charging cable with control unit (p. 303).

NOTE

Volvo recommends a charging cable in
accordance with IEC 62196 and IEC 61851
which supports temperature monitoring.

The time it takes for the hybrid battery to be
charged is dependent on the charging current
(p. 301) that is used.

During the charging of the car's hybrid battery,
the control unit shows the current status (p. 305)
during ongoing charging and after charging is
complete.

While the hybrid battery is being charged, charg-
ing is also in progress for the car's starter battery
(p. 380).

If the hybrid battery's temperature is below
-10

ºC or above 30 ºC then it may mean that

some of the car's functions are changed or

unavailable because the capacity of the hybrid
batteries is reduced outside this temperature
range.

Electric operation is not possible if the tempera-
ture of the battery is too low or too high. If drive
mode PURE(see Drive systems and drive modes
(p. 270)) is then selected, the internal combus-
tion engine starts.

Charging with fixed control unit in
accordance with mode 3

In certain markets the control unit is installed
within a charging station connected to the mains
power circuit. In which case, the charging cable
has no control unit of its own.

Instead, it has a special connector to be used to
connect the charging cable to the charging sta-
tion. Follow the instructions at the charging sta-
tion.

NOTE

The car is not compatible with all types of
charging station and cannot take more than
20 A of current intensity. If the car is con-
nected to a charging station that is incompati-
ble with the car or which transmits a current
intensity above the car's current limit, the LED
indicator in the charging input socket will illu-
minate in red. Charging is then not possible.

Charging with the fuel-driven engine

The car generates current for the battery and the
battery is charged when the fuel-driven engine is
running. In the SAVE drive mode the fuel-driven
engine charges the battery and makes sure that
the energy level in the battery does not fall below
a capacity equivalent to approx. 20 km driving
with electric operation.

Related information

•

Charging the hybrid battery - preparations
(p. 302)

•

Range for electric operation (p. 293)

European standard - EN 61851-1.

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301

Charging current

Charging current is used for charging the hybrid
battery (p. 300) as well as preconditioning of
the car. Charging cable (p. 303) between the
car's charging input socket and a 230 VAC
socket can be set for different current intensity
loads (6-16 A) using the control unit.

When the charging cable is activated the com-
bined instrument panel shows a message and a
lamp (p. 308) in the car's charging input socket
illuminates. The charging current is mainly used
for battery charging, but is also used for precon-
ditioning (p. 138) the car.

IMPORTANT

Never unplug the charging cable from the
230 VAC socket while charging is in progress
- there is then a risk of damaging the
230 VAC socket. Always stop charging first,
and then disconnect the charging cable.

Charging time varies with the amperage setting
on the control unit.

See examples in the following table:

Current intensity (A)

Charging time (hours)

7.5–10.0

4.5–7.0

4.0–5.5

Maximum charging current may vary depending on market.

NOTE

•

If the weather is very hot or very cold,
some of the charging current is used to
heat/cool the hybrid battery and the pas-
senger compartment, which results in a
longer charging time.

•

The charging time is extended if precon-
ditioning (p. 138) has been selected. The
time required depends mainly on the out-
side temperature.

Charging cable plug and charging input socket.

Normally several 230 VAC consumers are
included in a fuse circuit, so additional consum-
ers (e.g. lighting, vacuum cleaner, electric drill,
etc.) can be on the same fuse.

Example 1

If the car is connected to a 230 VAC/10 A
socket and the control unit is set at 16 A, then
the car will attempt to draw 16 A from the
230 VAC mains power circuit - after a while the
overloaded 10 A fuse for the socket will be trip-
ped and battery charging stopped.

In which case, reset the fuse for the socket and
select a lower charging current on the control
unit, see Charging the hybrid battery - prepara-
tions (p. 302).

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