Heating and air conditioning

Your Volvo is equipped with a heating system combined with air conditioning.

Depending on which function you select, warm or cool/cold air is distributed to the different parts of the passenger compartment.

The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-refrigerant - R134a. This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. Volvo cares about the environment. The system contains 2.1 lbs (0.95 kg) R134a and uses Seiko-Seiki SK 20 (type PAG) oil.

Air louvers (dash)
A Open
B Closed
C Directing air flow horizontally
D Directing air flow vertically

A certain amount of air will always enter through the dash air louvers as long as they are open, independent of the position of the air distribution control.
Close the dash air louvers to obtain maximum air flow to floor or windshield.

Blower 0 = off 5 = max speed	Function selector Set desired function	Temperature dial Set desired temperature

Maximum heating:

Maximum cooling:

To demist / Defrost the windows

Operating tips
The air conditioning system functions only at temperatures above 43°F (6°C).
The air conditioning will only function if the blower is set to position 1 or higher.
Choose this position if the outside air is contaminated with exhaust gases, smoke, etc or to heat/cool the car quickly. In this position, very little air is drawn into the passenger compartment from the outside. Do not leave the system in this mode for more than 10-15 minutes since the air inside the car will become stale. The temperature can be controlled with the temperature dial.

Remember: If the panel vents are open, a certain amount of air will always flow through, regardless of the position the function dial is in. To increase the flow of air to either the floor or the windows, close the panel vents. The outer vents can be opened to avoid mist on the side windows.

The air conditioning system will function best if it is used regularly.

Water under the vehicle in hot weather can be the result of condensation from the air conditioning system.

Heated front seats (certain models)

The heated front seats can be switched on and off as required. When switched on, the system senses the ambient temperature and regulates the level of heat applied. When the optimum temperature is reached, the heating is switched off automatically.
While driving, the passenger seat heating should be switched off when the seat is not occupied.

The electrically operated windows are controlled by switches from the driver's armrest as shown in the above illustration.
The starting (ignition) switches must be ON (position II) for the electrically operated windows to function. The window is lowered if the rear part of the switch is pressed and raised if the front part of the switch is pressed.

WARNING! Remove the starting (ignition) key when children are left unattended in the vehicle. Make sure that children's hands are clear before raising the windows.

Cut-out switch for electrically-operated rear-door windows

If the car is equipped with rear door windows, this function can be disabled by a switch located on the driver's door armrest. This switch is positioned 90° in relation to the other switches.

The rear door windows can be raised or lowered with the respective door switch as well as the switch on the driver's door.
The rear door windows cannot be raised or lowered with the respective door switch but instead only with the corresponding switch on the driver's door.

Parking brake (hand brake)

The lever is situated between the front seats. The brake is applied to the rear wheels. In order to obtain the best possible performance of the parking brake, see section titled "Brake System".

WARNING! Always use the parking brake (hand brake) when parking. On hills, also turn the front wheels toward the curb

Cigarette lighter

To operate, depress the knob fully. When the knob automatically releases, the cigarette lighter is ready for use.
The starting (ignition) switch must be switched on (position I or II) for the cigarette lighter to function.

Ash trays

To remove the ash trays depress the center spring and remove.