Volvo V70X, C70 (2010 year). Manual - part 13

M A I N T E N A N C E A N D S P E C I F I C A T I O N S

06 Maintenance and specifications

Volvo maintenance

214

Introduction

Volvo advises you to follow the maintenance
program outlined in the Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet. This mainte-
nance program contains inspections and serv-
ices necessary for the proper function of your
vehicle. The maintenance services contain
several checks that require special tools and
training, and therefore must be performed by a
qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in top
condition, specify time-tested and proven
Genuine Volvo Parts and Accessories.

The Federal Clean Air Act – U.S

The Federal Clean Air Act requires vehicle
manufacturers to furnish written instructions to
the ultimate purchaser to assure the proper
servicing and function of the components that
control emissions. These services, which are
listed in the "Warranty and Service Records
Information" booklet, are not covered by the
warranty. You will be required to pay for labor
and material used.

Maintenance

Your Volvo passed several major inspections
before it was delivered to you, in accordance
with Volvo specifications. The maintenance
procedures outlined in the Warranty and Serv-
ice Records Information booklet, many of
which will positively affect your vehicle's emis-
sions, should be performed as indicated. It is

recommended that receipts for vehicle emis-
sion maintenance be retained in case ques-
tions arise concerning maintenance. Inspec-
tion and maintenance should also be per-
formed anytime a malfunction is observed or
suspected.

Applicable warranties – U.S/Canada

In accordance with applicable U.S. and Cana-
dian regulations, the following list of warranties
is provided.

•

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

•

Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty

•

Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty

•

Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint Sys-
tems Limited Warranty

•

Emission Design and Defect Warranty

•

Emission Performance Warranty

These are the federal warranties; other warran-
ties are provided as required by state/provin-
cial law. Refer to your separate Warranty and
Service Records Information booklet for
detailed information concerning each of the
warranties.

Periodic maintenance helps minimize
emissions

Periodic maintenance will help keep your vehi-
cle running well. Your Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet provides a com-

prehensive periodic maintenance schedule up
to 150,000 miles (240,000 km) of vehicle main-
tenance. The schedule includes components
that affect vehicle emissions. This page
describes some of the emission-related com-
ponents.

Vehicle Event Data (Black Box)

Your vehicle's driving and safety systems
employ computers that monitor, and share
with each other, information about your vehi-
cle's operation. One or more of these comput-
ers may store what they monitor, either during
normal vehicle operation or in a crash or near-
crash event. Stored information may be read
and used by:

•

Volvo Car Corporation

•

service and repair facilities

•

law enforcement or government agencies

•

others who may assert a legal right to
know, or who obtain your consent to know
such information.

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Maintaining your car

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Owner maintenance

Periodic maintenance requirements and inter-
vals are described in your vehicle's Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.

The following points can be carried out
between the normally scheduled maintenance
services.

Each time the car is refueled:

•

Check the engine oil level.

•

Clean the windshield, windshield wipers,
headlights, and tail lights.

Monthly:

•

Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.

•

Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.

•

Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.

•

Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.

•

Visually inspect battery terminals for cor-
rosion. Corrosion may indicate a loose ter-
minal connector, or a battery near the end
of its useful service life. Consult your Volvo
retailer for additional information.

As needed:

Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to
reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup
of dirt, and corrosion that can be caused by salt
residues.

Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents at
the base of the windshield, and from other pla-
ces where they may collect.

NOTE

Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase
or subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.

Hoisting the vehicle

If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the
two jack attachments points should be used.

They are specially reinforced to bear the weight
of the vehicle. A garage jack can also be placed
under the front of the engine support frame.
Take care not to damage the splash guard
under the engine. Ensure that the jack is posi-
tioned so that the vehicle cannot slide off it.
Always use axle stands or similar structures.

If a two-post hoist is used to lift the vehicle, the
front and rear lift arm pads should be centered
under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard
edge of the sill rail (see illustration).

Emission inspection readiness

What is an Onboard Diagnostic System
(OBD II)?

OBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized
engine management system. It stores diagnos-
tic information about your vehicle's emission
controls. It can light the Check Engine light
(MIL) if it detects an emission control "fault." A
"fault" is a component or system that is not
performing within an expected range. A fault
may be permanent or temporary. OBD II will
store a message about any fault.

How do states use OBD II for emission
inspections?

Many states connect a computer directly to a
vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector can
then read "faults." In some states, this type of

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inspection has replaced the tailpipe emission
test.

How can my vehicle fail OBD II emission
inspection?

Your vehicle can fail OBD II emission inspec-
tion for any of the following reasons.

•

If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit, your
vehicle may fail inspection.

•

If your vehicle's Check Engine light was lit,
but went out without any action on your
part, OBD II will still have a recorded fault.
Your vehicle may pass or fail, depending
on the inspection practices in your area.

•

If you had recent service that required dis-
connecting the battery, OBD II diagnostic
information may be incomplete and "not
ready" for inspection. A vehicle that is not
ready may fail inspection.

How can I prepare for my next OBD II
emission inspection?

•

If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit – or
was lit but went out without service, have
your vehicle diagnosed and, if necessary,
serviced by a qualified Volvo technician.

•

If you recently had service for a lit Check
Engine light, or if you had service that
required disconnecting the battery, a
period of driving is necessary to bring the
OBD II system to "ready" for inspection. A
half-hour trip of mixed stop-and-go/high-

way driving is typically needed to allow
OBD II to reach readiness. Your Volvo
retailer can provide you with more infor-
mation on planning a trip.

•

Maintain your vehicle in accordance with
your vehicle's maintenance schedule.

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Hood and engine compartment

217

Opening and closing the hood

G010951

Pull the lever located under the left side of
the dash to release the hood lock.

Lift the hood slightly. Press the release
control (located under the right front edge
of the hood) to the left, and lift the hood

WARNING

Check that the hood locks properly when
closed.

Engine compartment, overview

G018945

The appearance of the engine compartment
may vary depending on engine model.

Coolant expansion tank

Power steering fluid reservoir

Engine oil dipstick

Radiator

Filler cap for engine oil

Cover over brake fluid reservoir

Battery

Relay and fuse box

Washer fluid reservoir

Air cleaner

WARNING

The cooling fan may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine
has been switched off.

WARNING

The ignition should always be completely
switched off before performing any opera-
tions in the engine compartment.

The distributor ignition system operates at
very high voltages. Special safety precau-
tions must be followed to prevent injury.
Always turn the ignition off when:

•

Replacing distributor ignition compo-
nents e.g. plugs, coil, etc.

•

Do not touch any part of the distributor
ignition system while the engine is run-
ning. This may result in unintended
movements and body injury.

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Engine oil

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Checking the engine oil

The oil level should be checked every time the
vehicle is refueled. This is especially important
during the period up to the first scheduled
maintenance service.

•

See page 276 for oil specifications.

•

Refer to the Warranty and Service Records
Information booklet for information on the
oil change intervals.

Volvo recommends Castrol oil products.

CAUTION

•

Not checking the oil level regularly can
result in serious engine damage if the oil
level becomes too low.

•

Oil that is lower than the specified qual-
ity can damage the engine.

•

Volvo does not recommend the use of
oil additives.

•

Always add oil of the same type and
viscosity as already used.

•

Never fill oil above the MAX mark. This
could cause an increase in oil consump-
tion.

Checking and adding oil

G021734

Location of the filler cap and dipstick

NOTE

Before checking the oil:

•

The car should be parked on a level sur-
face when the oil is checked.

•

If the engine is warm, wait for at least
10 – 15 minutes after the engine has
been switched off before checking the
oil.

G021737

The oil level must be between the

MIN and MAX

marks on the dipstick

Checking the oil

Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-
free rag.

Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check
the oil level. The level must be between the
MIN and MAX marks.

Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to
the MIN mark, add approximately
0.5 US quarts (0.5 liters) of oil.

Recheck the level and add more oil if nec-
essary until the level is near the MAX mark.

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WARNING

Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into
contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces.

NOTE

Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance inter-
vals except at owner request and at addi-
tional charge. Please consult your Volvo
retailer.

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Fluids

220

Coolant

Location of the coolant reservoir

Normally, the coolant does not need to be
changed. If the system must be drained, con-
sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.

See page 277 for information on cooling sys-
tem capacities.

CAUTION

•

If necessary, top up the cooling system
with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze
only (a 50/50 mix of water and anti-
freeze).

•

Different types of antifreeze/coolant
may not be mixed.

•

If the cooling system is drained, it
should be flushed with clean water or
premixed anti-freeze before it is refilled
with the correct mixture of water/anti-
freeze.

•

The cooling system must always be
kept filled to the correct level, and the
level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there
can be high local temperatures in the
engine which could result in damage.
Check coolant regularly!

•

Do not top up with water only. This
reduces the rust-protective and anti-
freeze qualities of the coolant and has a
lower boiling point. It can also cause
damage to the cooling system if it
should freeze.

•

Do not use chlorinated tap water in the
vehicles cooling system.

WARNING

•

Never remove the radiator cap while the
engine is warm. Wait until the vehicle
cools.

•

If it is necessary to top off the coolant
when the engine is warm, unscrew the
expansion tank cap slowly so that the
overpressure dissipates.

Brake fluid

Location of the brake fluid reservoir

Checking the level

The fluid reservoir is concealed under the
round cover at the rear of the engine compart-
ment. The round cover must be removed first
before the reservoir cap can be accessed.

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The brake fluid should always be between the
MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res-
ervoir. Check, without removing the cap, that
there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.

Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F

(280 °C), P/N 9437433

Replace: The fluid should be replaced accord-
ing to the intervals specified in the Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.

When driving under extremely hard conditions
(mountain driving, etc), it may be necessary to
replace the fluid more often. Consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.

Always entrust brake fluid changing to a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.

WARNING

•

If the fluid level is below the MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a brake-related
message is shown in the information
display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car
towed to a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician and have the brake
system inspected.

•

Dot 4+ should never be mixed with any
other type of brake fluid.

Filling

Turn and open the cover.

Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the fluid.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks.

Power steering fluid

Check the level frequently. The fluid does not
require changing. The fluid level must be
between the MIN and MAX marks. For capaci-
ties and recommended fluid grade, see
page 277.

WARNING

If a problem should occur in the power
steering system or if the vehicle has no elec-
trical current and must be towed, it is still
possible to steer the vehicle. However, keep
in mind that greater effort will be required to
turn the steering wheel.

CAUTION

Keep the area around the power steering
fluid reservoir clean when checking.

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Replacing bulbs

222

Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Introduction

All bulb specifications are listed on page 228.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by
a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:

•

Dome lighting

•

Reading lights

•

Glove compartment lighting

•

Turn signals in the door mirror

•

Approach lighting in the door mirror

•

Brake/fog/taillights

•

Rear side parking lights

•

Active Bending Lights and LED bulbs

NOTE

For information regarding any other bulbs
not mentioned in this section, please con-
tact your Volvo retailer or a trained and
authorized Volvo service technician.

WARNING

•

Active Bending Lights* – due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, these
bulbs should only be replaced by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.

•

Turn off the lights and remove the
remote key from the ignition before
changing any bulbs.

Headlight housing

WARNING

•

The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.

•

When changing in the headlight hous-
ing, if the engine has been running just
prior to replacing bulbs, please be
aware that components in the engine
compartment will be hot.

The entire headlight housing must be lifted out
when replacing all front bulbs (except for the
fog lights).

CAUTION

Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fin-
gers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit
on the reflector, which will damage it.

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NOTE

•

Always switch off the ignition before
starting to replace a bulb.

•

The optional Active Bending Light bulbs
contain trace amounts of mercury.
These bulbs should always be disposed
of by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician.

Removing the headlight housing

Switch off the ignition by pressing quickly
on the START/STOP ENGINE button and
remove the remote key from the ignition
slot

(Upper illustration under "Headlight hous-
ing")

Withdraw the headlight housing's lock-

ing pins.

Pull the headlight housing straight out .

CAUTION

When disconnecting the connector, pull on
the connector itself and not on the wiring.

(Lower illustration under "Headlight hous-
ing")

Unplug the wiring connector by holding

down the clip with your thumb.

Pull out the connector with the other

hand.

Lift out the housing and place it on a soft
surface to avoid scratching the lens.

Replace the defective bulb(s).

Reinserting the headlight housing

Plug in the connector until it clicks into
place.

Reinstall the headlight housing and locking
pins. Check that they are correctly
inserted. The headlight housing must be
properly inserted and secured in place
before the lighting is switched on or the
remote key is inserted into the ignition slot.

Check that the lights function properly.

Removing the cover to access the
headlights and parking lights

G021745

NOTE

Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 222.

Open the retaining clamp by pressing it to
the side.

Press down the clips on the upper edge of
the cover and remove it.

Reinstall the cover in the reverse order.

Does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.

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Low beam, Halogen

G021746

Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 222).

Remove the cover over the bulbs.

Detach the bulb by pressing the upper sec-
tion of the retaining spring downward and
to the side.

Unplug the connector from the bulb.

Replace the bulb and reinsert it into the
headlight housing.

Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.

High beam, Halogen

G021747

Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 222).

Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 223).

Pull the bulb holder out of the headlight
housing.

Turn the defective bulb counterclockwise
and pull it out of the socket.

Press the new bulb into the socket until it
snaps into place. It can only be secured in
one position.

Return the bulb holder into position in the
headlight housing.

Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.

Extra high beam

G021748

Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 222).

Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 223).

Remove the bulb by pressing the holder
downward.

Remove the connector from the bulb.

Insert a new bulb in the connector until it
snaps in place. It can only be inserted in
one way.

Models with optional Active Bending Lights only.

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Return the bulb holder into position in the
headlight housing.

Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.

Parking lights

G021749

Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 222).

Remove the cover over the bulbs (see
page 223).

To access the bulb, first remove the high
beam bulb.

Pull the wire to withdraw the bulb holder.

Remove the burned out bulb and install a
new one. It can only be secured in one
position.

Press the bulb holder into the socket and
press until it clicks into place.

Put the cover back into position and rein-
stall the headlight housing.

Turn signals

G021750

Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 222).

Remove the round cover by pulling the tab
until the cover comes off.

Pull out the holder to access the bulb.

Remove the burned out bulb by pressing it
in slightly and turning out before pulling it
out. Press a new bulb into the socket.

Press the bulb holder into the socket and
press until it clicks into place.

Press the cover until it clicks into position.

Reinstall the headlight housing.

Side marker lights

G021751

NOTE

Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 222.

Remove the headlight housing from the
vehicle (see page 222).

Remove the round cover.

Pull the wire to withdraw the bulb holder.

Pull out the burned out bulb and install a
new one. It can only be secured in one
position.

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Press the bulb holder into the socket and
press until it clicks into place.

Press the cover until it clicks into position.

Front fog lights

Remove the cover by pressing in the clips
and pulling straight out.

Unscrew the fog light housing screw and
pull it out.

Turn the bulb counterclockwise and
remove it.

Install a new bulb by turning clockwise.

Press the bulb into the holder. (The profile
of the bulb holder corresponds to the pro-
file of the foot of the bulb.)

Reinstall the bulb holder. The TOP mark on
the bulb holder must always be upward.

Put the cover back into place.

Location of taillight bulbs

G017457

Taillight lens, right side

Parking/brake lights (LED)

Side maker lights (LED)

Turn signal

Reflector

Rear fog light (driver's side only)

Backup light

Brake lights (LED)

High-mounted brake lights (LED)

NOTE

If an error message remains in the display
after a faulty bulb has been replaced, con-
tact an authorized Volvo workshop.

Taillight housing, turn signal

G017456

The bulbs in the taillight cluster are replaced
from inside the cargo area (not the LED func-
tions).

NOTE

Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 222.

Open the panel.

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Remove the insulation by pulling straight
out.

Remove the entire bulb unit by turning its
handle counterclockwise.

Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

Replace the bulb in the reverse order.

License plate lighting

G017458

Remove the screws with a screwdriver.

Carefully detach the entire bulb housing
and pull it out.

Replace the bulb.

Refit the entire bulb housing and screw it
into place.

Footwell lighting

G021757

Insert a screwdriver at the short end of the
lens closest to the tunnel console (the cen-
ter of the vehicle) and turn gently so that
the lens comes loose. (Applies to both
lights).

Turn carefully until the lens comes loose.

Replace the bulb.

Press the lens back into place.

Cargo area lighting

G031942

NOTE

Before starting to replace a bulb, see
page 222.

Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so that
the bulb housing comes loose.

Replace the bulb.

Check that the bulb illuminates and press
it back into the bulb housing.

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Vanity mirror lighting

Removing the mirror glass

G021759

Insert a screwdriver underneath the lower
edge, in the center, turn and carefully pry
up the lug on the edge.

Insert the screwdriver underneath the edge
on the left and right sides (by the black
rubber sections), and pry carefully so that
the glass comes loose in the lower edge.

Carefully detach and lift aside the entire
mirror glass and cover.

Replace the bulb.

Reinstalling the mirror glass

Press the three lugs at top edge of the mir-
ror glass back into position.

Press the three lower lugs back into posi-
tion.

Specification, bulbs

Lighting
function

Output/volt-
age (W)

Bulb

Active Bend-
ing Lights
(extra high
beam)

Low beam
(halogen)

High beam
(halogen)

Rear fog light

P21W

Brake lights

P21W

Backup lights

P21W

Rear turn sig-
nals

PY21W

Front turn sig-
nals

H21W

Front fog
lights

Lighting
function

Output/volt-
age (W)

Bulb

Footwell light-
ing, cargo
area lighting,
license plate
lighting

Festoon
bulb
SV5.5

Vanity mirror

1.2

Festoon
bulb
SV5.5

Front parking
lights

W5W

Front side
marker lights

W5W

Glove com-
partment
lighting

Festoon
bulb
SV8.5

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