pg. 2:14 Removing seat cushions, Tool box, Securing cargo (wagon)


Lift the seat cushion part way and remove the seat.


Removing the seat cushions


The seat cushion can be easily removed to provide a slightly larger cargo storage area. To remove, lift seat cushion out of the hinges.



Tool box


Tool box


The tool box can be released by turning the catch.


WARNING! Do not place extremely heavy articles the front seats, as the backrest which is folded down is then placed under severe strain.
Be sure to secure cargo. Hard and sharp articles could otherwise damage the frontseat backrest and/or cause injury to passengers in the event of rapid braking or a collision.



Always secure cargo


Securing cargo


As a safety precaution, the cargo space is equipped with six eyelets to which straps can be attached to secure luggage.


WARNING! The eyelets are not to be used as passenger restraints. See page 3:8. Unless the wagon is equipped with Volvo's auxiliary seat for children (option), passengers should not ride in this section of the car.

pg. 2:15 Cargo space lighting, Spare tire and jack (wagon)


Switch positions


Cargo space lighting


There is an extra courtesy light at the rear of the cargo space.


1 Light comes on when the tailgate is opened
2 The light is always OFF
3 The light is always ON



Spare tire and jack
The spare tire and the jack are located beneath the floor mat in the large storage bin. Always secure the spare tire and the jack to prevent them from rattling.


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

pg. 2:16 Sun roof/sun shade (certain models)


Electrically-operated sun roof


The switch for operating the sun roof is located on the instrument panel. The starting (ignition) key must first be turned to the drive position.

  • To slide open the sun roof : press the lower section of the switch.
  • To close the sun-roof : press the upper section of the switch until the sun roof has closed completely .
  • To open the rear edge of the sun roof (ventilation position) : press the upper section of the switch. Press the lower section of the switch to return the sun roof to the closed position.



    Sun shade


  • The sun shade will open automatically with the sun roof when the sun roof slides back (not when the sun roof is opened to the ventilation position).
  • The sun shade can also be opened manually even if the sun roof is closed.
  • The sun shade will not close automatically with the sun roof. It must be closed manually.


    WARNING! (SUN ROOF) : The sun roof must never be obstructed in any way when in operation.



    NOTE:

  • The electrically-operated sun roof has an overload protecting circuit breaker which is activated when an object blocks the sun roof. Should this occur, remove the object and wait 20 seconds for the circuit breaker to reset. The sun roof should then function normally. In case of a sun roof malfunction, see "Service diagnosis", page 6:21.
  • To help alleviate "rumbling" wind noise when the sun roof is open, adjust the position slightly (open/close) or open a window slightly.

    pg. 2:17 Long load storage (sedan)

    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.

    pg. 2:18 Alarm (certain models)


    Alarm LED


    Alarm (certain models)


    Your car may be equipped with an alarm. The alarm system is activated when the car is locked with the remote control or when the driver's door is locked with the key.
    The alarm system is connected to the doors, trunk/tailgate, hood and ignition switch. An extra horn is located in an inaccessible place in the engine compartment. The alarm is deactivated by unlocking the car with the remote control or by turning the key in the driver's door.
    A red LED flashes on the instrument panel's right loud speaker grille after locking to indicate that all the doors, the hood and the trunk/tailgate are properly closed. The LED glows steadily for 5 seconds, and then flashes as long as the alarm is activated.
    If an attempt has been made to break into the car, the LED flashes rapidly.


    NOTE:
    1. Even if a door or the trunk/tailgate is not properly closed, the alarm is activated when you lock the car using the remote control or the key in the driver's door.
    2. If you want to make sure that all doors and the trunk/tailgate are properly closed, check that the LED glows for five seconds before it begins to flash.
    3. The alarm is triggered if you attempt to open the car using the key in any other place other than the driver's door.
    4. The alarm is not activated if you lock the driver's door from the inside with the lock knob.
    5. The LED only lights when all doors and the trunk/tailgate are closed.
    6. If the ignition key is in the ignition switch in positions I-III, the alarm cannot be activated.
    7. If the alarm is triggered, the extra horn sounds for some 30 seconds. The car's direction indicators also flash for about two minutes.



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