1994 Volvo 960

pg. 2:6 Interior light, Rear reading lights

Interior light
1 Lights always on.
2 Lights always off.
3 Light is on when either of the front or the rear doors are opened.

A time-delay device keeps the interior illuminated for approx. 12 seconds after closing the driver's door. This facilitates finding the starting (ignition) switch, etc., at night.

Rear reading lights

Rear seat passengers can turn the rear reading lights on or off by using the adjacent switches.
A ON
B OFF

pg. 2:7 Child safety locks, Trunk lid (sedan)

Child safety locks

The buttons are located on the rear door jams.
A The door lock functions normally.
B The door cannot be opened from the inside.
Normal operation from outside.

WARNING!
Remember, in the event of an accident, the rear seat passengers cannot open the doors from the inside with the buttons in position B .

Trunk lid

The trunk lock is incorporated in the central locking system. This means that you can either lock or unlock the trunk by means of either of the front doors.
You can also operate the trunk lock directly with the master key even if the vehicle is centrally locked.

Unlocking Locking

Withdraw key in vertical position.
The trunk lock can also be disconnected from the central locking system by turning the key counterclockwise as shown below:

Withdraw key in horizontal position.

The trunk is now always locked.
This option can be used if for example, you lend your car to somebody. If you give only the service key to the driver it will not be possible to open the trunk.
To reconnect the lock to the central locking system:
Withdraw key in vertical position

pg. 2:8 Storage spaces

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.

pg. 2:9 Hood

To open the hood

Pull the release handle (located under the left side of the dash).

Lift the hood slightly, insert a hand under the center line of the hood and depress the safety catch handle. Open the hood.

WARNING!
Check that the hood locks properly when closed.

The hood opens normally to an angle of approximately 55°. To open it a completely vertical position, press both red catches upward as shown in the illustration. Make sure that the catches return to their normal position. When closing the hood, lift it slightly first and then press the catches downward.

Ensure adequate clearance in low-roof garages to avoid damaging the hood.

pg. 2:10 Trunk light, Spare tire Long load storage (sedan)

NOTE: See pages 6:2-6:3 for information on how the jack should be used.

Trunk light

A Light always off.
B Light is on when trunk lid is opened.

Long load storage

In the panel behind the rear seat is a door which makes it possible to carry long loads such as skis, etc.

WARNING!
Cover sharp edges on load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops.

Protective covers (for skis) should also be used to avoid soiling or tearing the upholstery. Please note that the flap in the rear seat is only intended for light loads such as skis, carpets, etc.

Max. length of load 6 1/2 ft = 2m.
Max. weight of load 33 lbs = 15 kg.

WARNING!
Always turn engine off and apply parking brake when loading/unloading the vehicle. Place transmission selector in P (PARK) position to help prevent inadvertent movement of selector.

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