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  • Volvo V50 - page 1

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Introduction Welcome to the worldwide family of Volvo owners. We hope that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 2

    2006 Volvo V50 Customer Care Center 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 http://www.volvocanada.com 2006 © Volvo Cars of North America, LLC Introduction General information Shiftlock When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To release the selector from this position, turn the ignition ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 3

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! If your vehicle is involved in an accident, unseen damage may affect its driveability and safety. Introduction WARNING! CALIFORNIA proposition 65 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other repr ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 4

    2006 Volvo V50 catalytic converter, converting most of the ground level ozone passing through the radiator into oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone. 1 PremAir is a registered trademark of Engelhard Corporation. Contents Contents Chapter 1 - Instrument overview Chapter 2 - Safety Chapter 3 - Instruments and controls Chapter 4 - Clima ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 5

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 1 - Instrument overview pg. 8 Instrument overview pg. 9 Instrument overview 1. Steering wheel adjustment 2. Hood opener 3. Controls in driver's door 4. Turn signals, high beams, trip computer 5. Lighting panel, fuel filler door opener 6. Central locking button, door open handle 7. Climate system air ven ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 6

    2006 Volvo V50 9. Cruise control 10. Horn, airbag 11. Main instrument panel 12. Audio controls (option) 13. Windshield wipers and washers, headlight washers (certain models) 14. Ignition key/start control 15. Rear-view mirror and optional compass 16. Seat belt reminder 17. Driver's side reading light 18. Movement detector (option), alarm 19. C ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 7

    2006 Volvo V50 Contents | Top of Page file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_01a.htm (3 of 3)12/30/2006 4:49:24 PM ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 8

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 2 - Safety Occupant safety 12 Seat belts 13 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 16 Front airbags 17 Occupant Weight Sensor - disabling the passenger's side front airbag 20 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags 23 Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) 24 Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) 25 Collision status 27 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 9

    2006 Volvo V50 refine those already in our cars. You can help. We would appreciate hearing your suggestions about improving automobile safety. We also want to know if you ever have a safety concern with your car. Call us in the U.S. at: 1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at: 1-800-663-8255. Occupant safety reminders How safely you drive doesn't depen ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 10

    2006 Volvo V50 1-800-424-9393 (toll free) 1-202-366-0123 (in the Washington DC area) pg. 13 Seat belts Adjusting the seat belt Seat belts Using seat belts Volvo, the inventor of the three-point seat belt, urges you and all occupants of your vehicle to wear seat belts and ensure that children are properly restrained, using an infant, car, or booster ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 11

    2006 Volvo V50 ● if the vehicle is leaning excessively ● when driving in turns When wearing the seat belt remember: ● The belt should not be twisted or turned. ● The lap section of the belt must be positioned low on the hips (not pressing against the abdomen). ● Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up into its retractor and that the ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 12

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! - Never repair the belt yourself; have this work done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only. - Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a detrimental effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision. - The seat ba ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 13

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 15 Seat belts Seat belt reminder light in ceiling console Seat belt reminder The seat belt reminder consists of an audible signal, an indicator light above the rearview mirror, and a symbol in the instrument panel (see page 39 ) that alert the driver and front seat passenger if their seat belts are not fastened. NOTE: The functio ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 14

    2006 Volvo V50 Check seat belt mechanism function as follows: attach the seat belt and pull rapidly on the strap. pg. 16 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) SRS warning light Supplemental Restraint System As an enhancement to the three-point seat belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRS consists of ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 15

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! If your vehicle has been subjected to flood conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/ standing water on the floor of the vehicle) or if your vehicle has become flood-damaged in any way, do not attempt to start the vehicle or put the key in the ignition before disconnecting the battery (see below). This may cause airbag deployment w ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 16

    2006 Volvo V50 Location of the passenger's side front airbag As the movement of the seats' occupants compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a controlled rate to provide better cushioning. Both seat belt tensioners also deploy, minimizing seat belt slack. The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbags, ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 17

    2006 Volvo V50 ● The front airbags are designed to deploy during certain frontal or front-angular collisions, impacts, or decelerations, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The airbags may also deploy in certain non-frontal collisions where rapid deceleration occurs. ● The SRS sensors, which trigger the front airb ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 18

    2006 Volvo V50 http://www.volvocanada.com WARNING! - Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend that occupants under 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) in height who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt fastened a . - Never drive with the airbags deplo ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 19

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a passenger-side front airbag. See page 33 for guidelines. - Occupants in the front passenger's seat must never ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 20

    2006 Volvo V50 Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator light Disabling the passenger's side front airbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag, and be properly restrained for their size and weight. See also the ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 21

    2006 Volvo V50 The message PASS. AIRBAG OFF SERVICE URGENT will be displayed in the information display. pg. 21 Occupant Weight Sensor - disabling the passenger's side front airbag WARNING! If a fault in the system is detected and indicated as explained on the preceding page, be aware that the passenger's side front airbag will not deploy ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 22

    2006 Volvo V50 P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914 1-800-458-1552 In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Ltd. Customer Care Center 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 WARNING! - Never try to open, remove, or repair any components in the OWS system. This could result in system malfunction. Maintenance or repairs shoul ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 23

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! Keep the following points in mind with respect to the OWS system. Failure to follow these instructions could adversely affect the system's function and result in serious injury to the occupant of the front passenger's seat: - The full weight of the front seat passenger should always be on the seat cushion. The pass ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 24

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 pg. 23 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags Side impact (SIPS) airbag Side impact airbags - front seats only As an enhancement to the structural side impact protection built into your car, the car is also equipped with Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags. The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 25

    2006 Volvo V50 Components in the SIPS airbag system WARNING! ● The SIPS airbag system is a supplement to the structural Side Impact Protection System and the three-point seat belt system. It is not designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in rollover situations. ● The use of seat covers on the front seats may im ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 26

    2006 Volvo V50 the occupants of the front seats and the occupant of the outboard rear seating positions in certain side impact collisions. In certain side impacts, both the Inflatable Curtain (VIC) and the Side Impact Airbag System (SIPS-bag) will deploy, whereas, in some cases, only the Inflatable Curtain (VIC) will deploy. In cases where both the ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 27

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! - The WHIPS system is designed to supplement the other safety systems in your car. For this system to function properly, the three-point seat belt must be worn. Please be aware that no system can prevent all possible injuries that may occur in an accident. - The WHIPS system is designed to function in certain collisions from ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 28

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! - Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the front seats could impede the function of the WHIPS system. - If the rear seat backrests are folded down, cargo must be secured to prevent it from sliding forward against the front seat backrests in the event of a collision from the rear. This could interfere with the action of the W ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 29

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! - Never attempt to repair the car yourself or to reset the electrical system after the car has displayed CRASH STATUS SEE MANUAL. This could result in injury or improper system function. - Restoring the car to normal operating status should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. - After CRASH STATU ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 30

    2006 Volvo V50 This is a sample of the decal located in the left rear door opening. pg. 29 Child safety Children should be seated safely Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint systems for all occupants including children. Remember that, regardless of age and size, a child should always be properly restrained in a car. Your car is also equippe ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 31

    2006 Volvo V50 All states and provinces have legislation governing how and where children should be carried in a car. Find out the regulations existing in your state or province. Recent accident statistics have shown that children are safer in rear seating positions than front seating positions when properly restrained. A child restraint system can ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 32

    2006 Volvo V50 cushions. Symbols on the seat back upholstery mark the anchor positions as shown. To access the anchors, kneel on the seat cushion and locate the anchors by feel. Always follow your child seat manufacturer's installation instructions, and use both ISOFIX lower anchors and top tethers whenever possible. Integrated booster cushion ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 33

    2006 Volvo V50 Folding up an integrated booster cushion 1. Pull the handle at the front of the cushion forward. 2. With both hands push the cushion rearward. 3. Push the cushion until it locks in place. Folding down an integrated booster cushion 1. Pull the handle at the front of the cushion forward. 2. Push the cushion forward/downward. WARNING! T ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 34

    2006 Volvo V50 Child restraint anchorages Volvo cars are equipped with child restraint top tether anchorages in the rear seat. Refer to the child seat manufacturer's instructions for information on securing the child seat. NOTE: ● Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register your child restraint to be reached in a ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 35

    2006 Volvo V50 When attaching the seat belt to a child seat: ● Attach the seat belt to the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions. ● Pull the seat belt out as far as possible. ● Insert the seat belt latch plate into the buckle (lock) in the usual way. ● Release the seat belt and pull it taut around the child ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 36

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 3 - Instruments and controls pg. 35 Instruments and controls Instrument panel 36 Indicator and warning symbols 37 Symbols on the left side of the instrument panel 38 Symbols on the right side of the instrument panel 39 Information display 41 Center console controls 42 Lighting panel 43 Left-side steering whe ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 37

    2006 Volvo V50 Personal settings 59 Home Link® Universal Transceiver (option) 61 pg. 36 Instrument panel 1. Speedometer 2. Turn signal, left 3. Warning symbol See the next page for additional information. 4. Information display The display presents information and warning messages, the ambient temperature, and the clock, etc. When the ambient temp ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 38

    2006 Volvo V50 automatically prevent excessively high engines speeds. This will be noticeable as a pronounced unevenness in engine speed. 8. Indicator and warning symbols 9. Fuel gauge The fuel tank holds approximately 15.9 US gallons (60 liters) 1 . When a warning light in the gauge comes on, there are approximately 2.1 US gallons (8 liters) of fu ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 39

    2006 Volvo V50 symbols except CHECK ENGINE and will go out. Certain symbols may not have their functions illustrated, depending on the car's equipment. The PARK BRAKE symbol will not go out until the parking brake has been released. Symbols in the center of the instrument panel Warning symbol The red warning symbol lights up to indicate a faul ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 40

    2006 Volvo V50 NOTE: The car can still be driven after the information symbol has come on. The car can be driven for 1-2 weeks after service-related information has been displayed. pg. 38 Symbols on the left side of the instrument panel Symbols - left side of instrument panel 1. Malfunction indicator light As you drive, a computer called On-Board D ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 41

    2006 Volvo V50 This symbol indicates that the rear fog light (located in the driver's side tail light cluster) is on. 4. Stability system STC or DSTC This indicator symbol flashes when the STC (Stability and Traction control system) or the DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction control system) is actively working to stabilize the car. See page 1 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 42

    2006 Volvo V50 2. Parking brake applied This light is on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated between the front seats. Canadian models are equipped with this symbol . 3. SRS system warning light If this light comes on while the car is being driven, or remains on for longer than approximately 10 seconds ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 43

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a "Brake failure - Service urgent" message is displayed in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected. pg. 40 Symbols on the right side of the instrument panel If the BR ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 44

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 41 Information display Messages When an indicator or warning light in the instrument panel comes on, a message is also shown in the information display. To read a message: Press the READ button (A). Pressing READ repeatedly enables you to scroll to any other messages that may be stored. NOTE: If a message is displayed when e.g. y ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 45

    2006 Volvo V50 TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE This message is affected by the number of miles/km driven, by the number of months, or by the number of engine hours since the service reminder was reset at the most recent regularly scheduled service. pg. 42 Center console controls 12 volt socket, stability system, auxiliary equipment 12 volt sockets The 12 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 46

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! The car's handling and stability characteristics will be altered with the anti-spin function disabled. NOTE: The anti-spin function will be automatically reactivated when the engine is started Auxiliary equipment The button to the right of the STC/DSTC button can be used for Volvo-installed optional or auxiliary equipme ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 47

    2006 Volvo V50 The license plate lights also illuminate when the parking lights are switched on. Headlights ● Turn the ignition key to position II. Lighting panel ● The low beam headlights (daytime running lights) illuminate automatically, except when the light switch (1) is in position 1. NOTE: See page 44 for information on switching between ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 48

    2006 Volvo V50 An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door re-locks. 1. On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position. pg. 44 Left-side steering wheel lever Lever positions 1. Turn signals, lane change position 2. Turn signals, position for normal turns 3. High beam flash 4. Toggle ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 49

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Turn the ignition key to position II. ● With the light switch (1) in position , (see page 43 ) pull the turn signal lever toward the steering wheel (position 4) to toggle between high and low beams. High beam flash ● Turn the ignition key to position II. ● Pull the turn signal lever to position 3. The high beams will remain ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 50

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Average fuel consumption ● Current fuel consumption ● Average speed ● Current speed in m.p.h. (Canadian models only) NOTE: Warning messages from the car's monitoring systems will override the trip computer function. If a warning message is shown in the information display while you are using the trip computer, you must ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 51

    2006 Volvo V50 or on tire inflation. pg. 46 Cruise control (option) Cruise control The cruise control buttons are located on the left side of the steering wheel hub. Engaging the cruise control function 1. Press the CRUISE button. CRUISE will appear in the function display in the center of the instrument panel. NOTE: This does not set the vehicle&a ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 52

    2006 Volvo V50 Increasing or decreasing speed Use + or - in the following ways to increase or decrease the vehicle's speed: ● Press and hold down + or - until the vehicle reaches the desired speed. This will become the set speed when the button is released. ● Press + or - for approximately a half second and release the button to increase o ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 53

    2006 Volvo V50 Press the button to resume the previously set speed. pg. 47 Cruise control (option) Disengaging cruise control Cruise control can also be disengaged by: ● Pressing the CRUISE button (CRUISE ON will no longer be shown in the function display. ● Putting the gear selector in (N)eutral. WARNING! Cruise control should not be used in h ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 54

    2006 Volvo V50 The windshield wipers are off when the lever is in position 0 Manual wiper function From position 0, move the lever upward. The windshield wipers will sweep one stroke at a time for as long as the lever is held up. Intermittent wiper function With the lever in this position, you can set the wiper interval by moving the thumb wheel (C ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 55

    2006 Volvo V50 Parking lights on ● Optional Bi-Xenon headlights will be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed. ● Normal halogen headlights will not be washed. Headlights off ● Optional Bi-Xenon headlights will be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed. ● Normal halogen headlights will not be washed. pg ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 56

    2006 Volvo V50 the lower display. The rain sensor can be deactivated by: ● Pressing button (B). or ● Moving the windshield wiper lever down. If the lever is moved up, the rain sensor function will remain activated. CAUTION! The rain sensor should be deactivated when washing the car in an automatic car wash, etc. If the rain sensor function is l ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 57

    2006 Volvo V50 continue. Contents | Top of Page file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_03a.htm (22 of 22)12/30/2006 4:49:28 PM ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 58

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 pg. 51 Steering wheel adjustment, Hazard warning flashers Steering wheel adjustment Both the height and the reach of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position for the driver. 1. Pull down the lever on the steering column to release the steering wheel. 2. Adjust the steering wheel to a suitable pos ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 59

    2006 Volvo V50 Hazard warning flashers Check that the steering wheel is locked in the new position. WARNING! Never adjust the steering wheel while driving. Hazard warning flashers The four-way flasher should be used to indicate that the vehicle has become a traffic hazard. To activate the flashers, press the triangular button in the center dash. Pr ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 60

    2006 Volvo V50 Parking brake (hand brake) The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. The parking brake is applied to the rear wheels. The indicator light in the instrument panel lights up when the brake is applied. The indicator light also comes on if the parking brake is only applied "one click" - check that the lever is ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 61

    2006 Volvo V50 will be discharged. ● The covers should be kept on when the auxiliary sockets are not in use. ● Maximum current from the sockets is 10A. Ashtrays/cigarette lighter The auxiliary sockets can also be used for cigarette lighters. Ashtrays and lighters are available as accessories. Please contact your Volvo retailer. pg. 53 Power win ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 62

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Press the front part of any of the buttons (A or B) as far down as possible and release it to automatically open the window completely. ● To stop the window at any time, pull the button up. Closing a window ● Lightly pull up the front edge of any of the buttons (A or B) to the first detent ("stop") to close a window ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 63

    2006 Volvo V50 Power window control - front passenger's side The control for the power window in the front passenger's door operates that window only. Power windows in the rear doors The rear door windows can be operated with the control on each door and with the switch on the driver's door. pg. 55 Mirrors file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/ ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 64

    2006 Volvo V50 Rearview mirror Night position Use control (1) to switch between the normal and night-driving positions. 2. Normal position 3. Night position, reduces glare from following traffic Auto-dim function (option) An optional sensor (4) at the lower edge of the mirror, reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces gl ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 65

    2006 Volvo V50 direction toward which the car is pointing. Eight different directions can be displayed: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The display shows your car's orientation with respect to true north. Calibrating the compass The compass may need to be calibrated in certain cases. If calibration is required, the character C appears in the mi ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 66

    2006 Volvo V50 Magnetic zones Adjusting the zone The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. The compass is adjusted for the zone to which the car was delivered. Select a different zone as follows: 1. Turn on the ignition. 2. Using a pen or similar object, hold the button (1 in the illustration on the previous page) depressed for at least 3 second ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 67

    2006 Volvo V50 Power door mirrors The mirror control switches are located on the driver's door armrest. To adjust the mirrors: Driver's door mirror: Press the L button (a light in the switch will go on) to activate the adjustment control. Use this control to adjust the driver's door mirror. Passenger's door mirror: Press the R s ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 68

    2006 Volvo V50 Moonroof control in the ceiling console 1. Auto open 2. Manual open 3. Manual close 4. Auto close 5. Tilt open 6. Tilt close Tilt position Open: Press the rear edge of the control upward to position 5. Close: Pull the rear edge of the control down to position 6. Sliding moonroof Auto open/close Open: Pull the switch as far back as po ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 69

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! If the moonroof is obstructed during auto close operation, it will automatically reverse direction and return to its starting position. During manual closing, if the moonroof is obstructed, immediately open it again. pg. 58 Power moonroof (option) NOTE: If the moonroof is repeatedly obstructed during auto-close operation, an ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 70

    2006 Volvo V50 is opened, and must be closed manually. pg. 59 Personal settings Control panel Control panel A - Display B - Menu button C - Exit button D - Enter button E - Menu navigation controls Personal settings can be made for some of the car's functions, such as the central locking system, climate control, and the audio system. Please re ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 71

    2006 Volvo V50 Possible settings Lock confirmation light When the car is locked/unlocked with the remote control, the direction indicators can be selected to flash to confirm the action. The alternatives On/Off are available for both locking and unlocking. Autolock When the car starts to move, the doors and tailgate can be locked automatically. The ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 72

    2006 Volvo V50 depending on the ambient temperature. Select On/Off depending on whether the recirculation timer is to be active or not. Reset to factory settings Use this alternative to return to the default climate system settings. pg. 61 Home Link® Universal Transceiver (option) Introduction HomeLink* is an advanced system that can be programmed ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 73

    2006 Volvo V50 toll free 1-800-355-3515 (Internet: www.HomeLink.com ). 4. Using two hands, push and hold both your hand-held transmitter's button and the transceiver button you wish to program. The indicator light will flash first slowly, then rapidly. Rapid flashing indicates that the HomeLink button has been successfully programmed. Release ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 74

    2006 Volvo V50 To train a rolling code garage door opener, follow these instructions after programming the desired transceiver button according to "Programming the transceiver." The help of a second person may make training easier. 1. Locate the training button on the garage door opener motor head unit. The location and color of the train ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 75

    2006 Volvo V50 held transmitter 2 to 5 in. (5 to 12 cm) away from the HomeLink surface. 3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. The HomeLink indicator light will flash first slowly, then rapidly. When the indicator light flashes rapidly, release both buttons. The previously programmed device has now been erased and the new device can be ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 76

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 4 - Climate pg. 65 Climate General information 66 Air vents 67 Manual climate control 68 Electronic climate control (ECC) - option 70 Air distribution 73 pg. 66 General information Air conditioning - A/C Your car is equipped with a climate control system that includes either manually adjustable air condition ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 77

    2006 Volvo V50 Refrigerant Volvo cares about the environment. The air conditioning system in your car contains a CFC-free refrigerant - R134a. This substance will not deplete the ozone layer. The system contains 1.2 lbs (530 g) R134a (HFC 134a), and uses PAG oil. Passenger compartment filter Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recomm ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 78

    2006 Volvo V50 Air vents in the dashboard A. Open B. Closed C. Horizontal air flow D. Vertical air flow Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to defrost. pg. 68 Manual climate control Climate system control panel 1. Blower speed 2. Recirculation 3. Defroster 4. Airflow controls 5. A/C - OFF/ON 6. Heated driver's seat file:///K|/ow ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 79

    2006 Volvo V50 7. Heated front passenger's seat 8. Rear window and door mirror defrosters 9. Temperature selector Manual climate system functions 1. Blower The blower speed can be increased or decreased by turning the knob. If the knob is turned counterclockwise and the indicator light in the display goes out, the blower and the air conditioni ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 80

    2006 Volvo V50 4. Airflow controls Press one of the three buttons in the illustration to activate the selected airflow. A symbol in the display above the climate control panel and a lit LED in the selected button indicate that the manual function has been selected. With manually selected airflow both warm and cool air can be selected. The desired t ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 81

    2006 Volvo V50 passenger's sides of the car. pg. 70 Electronic climate control (ECC) - option 1. Auto - On/Off 2. Blower speed 3. Recirculation 4. Defroster 5. Airflow controls 6. A/C - ON/OFF 7. Heated driver's seat 8. Heated front passenger's seat 9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters 10. Temperature selector ECC functions 1. A ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 82

    2006 Volvo V50 automatically. All manual settings are switched off when AUTO is switched on. AUTO CLIMATE is shown in the display. 2. Blower speed The blower speed can be increased or decreased by turning the knob. The blower speed is regulated automatically if AUTO is selected. The previously set blower speed is disconnected. NOTE: If the knob is ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 83

    2006 Volvo V50 Directs airflow to the windshield and side windows and increases blower speed. The LED in the defroster button lights up when this function is activated. The air conditioning system is controlled to provide maximum air dehumidification. The air is not recirculated. 5. Airflow controls Press one of the three buttons in the illustratio ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 84

    2006 Volvo V50 9. Rear window and door mirror defrosters Press to defrost the rear window and door mirrors. The rear window and door mirrors are defrosted simultaneously if the switch is pressed once. The function is active if one LED is lit in the switch. The door mirrors are deactivated automatically after approximately 6 minutes. The rear windsc ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 85

    2006 Volvo V50 Defroster. Air is not recirculated in this mode. Air conditioning is always engaged. There is a certain amount of airflow to the panel air vents. Defrost/de-fog the windshield and front side windows. Air to windshield and front side windows. There is also a certain amount of airflow to the dashboard air vents. Prevents fogging in col ...

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    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 74 This page intentionally left blank Contents | Top of Page file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_04a.htm (11 of 11)12/30/2006 4:49:31 PM ...

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    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 5 - Interior pg. 75 Interior Front seats 76 Interior lighting 79 Storage compartments 80 Rear seat 82 Cargo area 84 pg. 76 Front seats Manual seat adjustment The driver's and passenger's seats can be adjusted in a number of ways to provide a comfortable driving file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/0 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 88

    2006 Volvo V50 and sitting position. 1. Forward-rearward: Pull the lever up and slide the seat to the position of your choice. 2. Use this control to raise or lower the front edge of the seat cushion. 3. Use this control to raise or lower the rear edge of the seat cushion. 4. Turn this knob (option on some passenger's seats) to adjust the firm ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 89

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 77 Front seats Power seats The power driver's seat can be adjusted: ● If the ignition key is in position I or II. ● During a 10 minute period after the doors have been unlocked if the door remains open. ● If the door is closed and the ignition key is not yet in the ignition, or if the key is in position 0, the seat can ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 90

    2006 Volvo V50 The following example explains how button 1 can be programmed. Buttons 2 and 3 can be programmed in the same way. To program (store) a seat position in button 1: 1. Use controls 5, 6, and 7 to adjust the seat to the desired position. 2. Press and hold down the M (memory) button. 3. With the M button depressed, press button 1 to store ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 91

    2006 Volvo V50 Vanity mirror Raise the cover to switch on the light. pg. 79 Interior lighting 1 - Driver's side reading light, 2 - Courtesy lighting, 3 - Passenger's side reading light Interior lighting The reading lights can be switched on and off by pressing buttons 1 or 3. The function selector (2) can be set to three positions: ● Pr ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 92

    2006 Volvo V50 seconds after the door is closed. ● Press the right side of the button: the interior courtesy lighting is always off. Courtesy lighting - automatic function The interior lighting has a built-in automatic function that switches on the courtesy lighting for 30 seconds when: ● the car is unlocked from the outside using the key or re ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 93

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 81 Storage compartments 1. Storage pocket (also on front side of seat cushion) 2. Compartment in door panel 3. Ticket clip 4. Glove compartment 5. Waste bin (accessory), located behind the center instrument panel 6. Storage compartment and cup holders 7. Storage compartment and cup holders. WARNING! Anchor any heavy objects to pr ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 94

    2006 Volvo V50 Glove compartment The owners manual and maps can be stored here. There are also holders for coins, pens and fuel cards. The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade from the central locking system's remote control. See the chapter "Locks and alarm" for further information about t ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 95

    2006 Volvo V50 ● To lower: Press the catch at the base of the right support and press the head restraint down. ● To remove: Pull the head restraint up far as possible. Press the catch at the base of the right support and pull the head restraint out of the its holders. NOTE: When the seat backs are folded down, the head restraints may be damaged ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 96

    2006 Volvo V50 3. Fold the backrest down partially and remove the outer head restraints. Press the center head restraint down completely or remove it. pg. 83 Rear seat 4. Place the head restraints in the plastic tubes, which are now accessible on the under side of the seat cushions. WARNING! The red lock indicator is VISIBLE when the backrest is NO ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 97

    2006 Volvo V50 2. Pull it rearward and upward, and release it. The struts prevent the grid from falling. To fold the grid by pulling down on the arch. Removing the grid To remove the grid from the vehicle: 1. Fold down the rear seat backrests slightly to the release pressure on the grid's struts. 2. Remove the covers over the nuts holding the ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 98

    2006 Volvo V50 To open the lid on the storage compartment: 1. The lid is spring-loaded. To release its locking mechanism, press the center of the lid down as indicated by the vertical arrow in the illustration to the left (PUSH is stamped on the lid at this point). 2. Pull up the lid. CAUTION! Attempting to pull up the lid before first pushing it d ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 99

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! Be sure that the net is securely attached in the mounting brackets. Using the cargo net with the backrest folded down Fasten the net in the same way as described above, using the front mounting brackets. Retracting the cargo net 1. Pull back one of the net's attachments to the large hole in the mounting bracket. 2. Pull ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 100

    2006 Volvo V50 Auxiliary 12 volt socket (option) Fold down the lid to use the socket. ● Using the 12 volt socket while the engine is not running drains the vehicle's battery. ● If the ignition is switched off and a device drawing more that 0.1A is connected to a socket, a battery alert will be shown in the driver information display. ● T ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 101

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 88 This page intentionally left blank Contents | Top of Page file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_05a.htm (15 of 15)12/30/2006 4:49:32 PM ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 102

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 6 - Locks and alarm pg. 89 Locks and alarm Remote control and key blade 90 Locking and unlocking 94 Locking the glove compartment, Child safety locks 95 Alarm 96 pg. 90 Remote control and key blade Remote controls Two remote controls that also function as ignition keys are provided with your car. The remote ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 103

    2006 Volvo V50 Canada - IC: 3659AVO315TX Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Loss of a remote control If either of the remote controls is lost, the other must be taken w ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 104

    2006 Volvo V50 Remote control functions 1. Lock - Press the Lock button on the remote once to lock all doors and the tailgate. The turn signals will flash once to confirm locking. 2. Unlock - Press the Unlock button on the remote once to unlock the driver's door. The turn signals will flash twice to confirm unlocking. After a short pause, pres ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 105

    2006 Volvo V50 To activate the panic alarm, press and hold the red button for at least 3 seconds or press it twice within 3 seconds. The turn signals and horn will be activated. The panic alarm will stop automatically after 30 seconds. To deactivate, wait approximately 5 seconds and press the red button again. NOTE: This button will NOT unlock the ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 106

    2006 Volvo V50 1. Locking points, key blade in place 2. Locking points, key blade removed Unlocking the doors with the detached key blade ● Insert the key blade as far as possible in the driver's door lock. Turn the key blade clockwise approximately one-quarter turn to unlock the driver's door only. NOTE: After unlocking the driver&apos ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 107

    2006 Volvo V50 Weak battery in the remote control When the battery begins to lose its charge, the Information symbol in the instrument panel (see page 37 ) lights up and REMOTE BATTERY LOW VOLTAGE is shown in the information display. Replacing the battery in the remote control If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced, this indicates th ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 108

    2006 Volvo V50 Locking/unlocking the car from the inside The switches near the door opening handles on the driver's and front passenger's doors can be used to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate, and to set the alarm. ● Unlocking: Press in the upper section in the lock button. A long press (at least two seconds) also opens all the ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 109

    2006 Volvo V50 The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade on the remote control. See page 92 for information on removing the key blade from the remote control. 1. Unlock the glove compartment by turning the key a quarter of a turn (90°) counterclockwise. The key slot is vertical when the glove compartment ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 110

    2006 Volvo V50 button is depressed. When armed, the alarm continuously monitors a number of points on the car. The following conditions will trigger the alarm: ● The hood is forced open. ● The tailgate is forced open. ● A door is forced open. ● The ignition switch is tampered with ● An attempt is made to start the car with a non-approved ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 111

    2006 Volvo V50 with the door open. One long flash of the turn signals will confirm that the alarm is armed. Disarming the alarm Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or insert the key in the ignition to disarm the alarm. Two short flashes from the car's direction indicators confirm that the alarm has been deactivated and that all doors ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 112

    2006 Volvo V50 Important ● The accessory sensors are automatically reconnected to the alarm system the next time the vehicle is unlocked and then locked again. ● This function will not turn off the vehicle's standard alarm. U,S.A. FCC ID: MAYDA 5823(3) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the followin ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 113

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 7 - Starting and driving pg. 99 Starting and driving General information 100 Fuel requirements 103 Starting the vehicle 106 Manual transmission, 5-speed 109 Manual transmission, 6-speed 110 Automatic transmission - Geartronic 111 Shiftlock override 113 All Wheel Drive (option) 114 Brake system 115 Stability ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 114

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 100 General information Economical driving conserves natural resources Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules: ● Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as poss ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 115

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! Driving with the tailgate open: Driving with the tailgate open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases entering the passenger compartment. If the tailgate must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows: Close the windows Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and the blower c ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 116

    2006 Volvo V50 "Wheels and tires." ● To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from freezing, add washer solvents containing antifreeze (see page 153 for the location of the washer fluid reservoir). This is important since dirt is often splashed on the windshield during winter driving, requiring the frequent use of the washers and wipers. V ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 117

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Check condition of drive belts. ● Check state of the battery's charge. ● Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as well), and replace those that are worn. Check tire pressures. ● The brakes, front wheel alignment, and steering gear should be checked by your Volvo retailer only. ● Check all lights, including high bea ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 118

    2006 Volvo V50 cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected, and the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs, please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for maintenance. Gasoline contai ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 119

    2006 Volvo V50 Fuel filler door Press the button on the light switch panel (see the illustration on page 43 ) with the ignition switched off to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the vehicle begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door relocks. If you int ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 120

    2006 Volvo V50 vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system. Such damage may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. a. If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 121

    2006 Volvo V50 III - Start position Release the key when the engine starts. The key returns automatically to the Drive position. A chime will sound if the key is left in the ignition and the driver's door is opened. Steering wheel lock When the key is removed from the ignition, the steering wheel locks so that it cannot be turned. If the front ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 122

    2006 Volvo V50 2. Apply the parking brake if not already set. The gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position (SHIFTLOCK). See also page 113. Manual transmission: the clutch must be fully depressed. 3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the starting position. Allow the starter to operate for up to 10 seconds. Releas ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 123

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! Volvo's floor mats are specially manufactured for your car. They must be firmly secured in the clips on the floor so that they cannot slide and become trapped under the pedals on the driver's side. pg. 108 Starting the vehicle CAUTION! Automatic transmission: The engine should be idling when you move the gear selec ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 124

    2006 Volvo V50 Remove your foot from the clutch pedal while driving. The shift pattern should be followed. Overdrive (5th gear) should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. 1. Clutch interlock The clutch must be fully depressed before you can start your car. If the clutch is not depressed, it will not be possible to start the e ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 125

    2006 Volvo V50 6-speed manual transmission (option on certain models) Depress the clutch pedal completely when changing gears 1 . Remove your foot from the clutch pedal while driving. The shift pattern should be followed. Overdrive (5th and 6th gear) should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. 1. Clutch interlock The clutch mu ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 126

    2006 Volvo V50 CAUTION! Never shift into reverse while moving forward. WARNING! An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator, brake, and/or the clutch pedal to catch. Check that the movement of these pedals is not impeded. Not more than one protective floor covering may be used at one time. pg. 111 Automatic transmission - Gear ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 127

    2006 Volvo V50 CAUTION! The car must be stationary when selecting position P . R - Reverse The car must be stationary when shifting to position R . N - Neutral N is the neutral position. The engine can be started, but no gear is selected. Apply the parking brake when the car is stationary with the gear selector in N. NOTE: If the gear selector is i ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 128

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 112 Automatic transmission - Geartronic While driving ● If you select the M position while driving, the gear that was being used in the (D)rive position will also initially be selected in M position. ● Move the gear selector forward (toward "+") to shift to a higher gear or rearward (toward "-") to shift t ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 129

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 pg. 114 All Wheel Drive (option) All Wheel Drive (AWD) - general information Your Volvo can be equipped with permanent All Wheel Drive (option), which means that power is distributed automatically between the front and rear wheels. Under normal driving conditions, most of the engine's power is directed to the f ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 130

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a brake system message is shown in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected. Power brakes function only when the engine is running The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure which is only ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 131

    2006 Volvo V50 help provide optimal braking capacity. NOTE: To obtain optimal effect from the ABS system: ● Keep constant pressure on the brake pedal. ● Do not pump the brake pedal. The switching of the ABS modulator will be audible and the brake pedal will pulsate during braking. Please be aware that ABS does not increase the absolute braking ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 132

    2006 Volvo V50 Traction control - TC This function is designed to help reduce wheel spin by transferring power from a drive wheel that begins to lose traction to the wheel on the opposite side of the vehicle (on the same axle). TC monitors and compares the rotational speed of the drive wheels. If one of the drive wheels shows a tendency to spin, th ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 133

    2006 Volvo V50 The STC/DSTC button in the center console is used to enable or disable the stability system's spin control function. The LED in the button is lit when the spin control function is enabled. The other stability system functions are not affected. Press the button for at least half a second in order to disable spin control. The LED ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 134

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! The car's handling and stability characteristics will be altered if the STC or DSTC system functions have been disabled. 1. Models equipped with All Wheel Drive (AWD) have an integrated traction control function, and are not equipped with an STC button. DSTC is optional. pg. 119 Rear park assist (accessory) General desc ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 135

    2006 Volvo V50 Press the Exit button on the center control panel (see the illustration on page 59 ). PARK ASSIST DEACTIVATED, ENTER TO ACTIVATE will be shown in the display in the center console. Reactivating park assist Press the Enter button in the center control panel to reactivate the system. The text PARK ASSIST ACTIVATED, EXIT TO DEACTIVATE w ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 136

    2006 Volvo V50 Emergency towing The towing eyelet is located under the floor of the cargo area. This eyelet must be screwed into the positions provided on the right sides of either the front or rear bumper (see illustrations). To attach the towing eyelet: 1. Use a coin or screwdriver to pry open the lower edge of the cover. 2. Screw the towing eyel ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 137

    2006 Volvo V50 4. Place the gear selector in neutral. For vehicles with automatic transmissions, follow instruction on page 113 , "Shiftlock override" to allow the gear selector to be moved from the Park position. 5. Keep firm pressure on the brake pedal while releasing the parking brake. 6. When towing has been completed, return the gear ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 138

    2006 Volvo V50 Towing vehicles with front wheel drive Volvo recommends the use of flat bed equipment for towing vehicles with front wheel drive. If wheel lift equipment must be used, please use extreme caution to help avoid damage to the vehicle. In this case, the vehicle should be towed with the rear wheels on the ground if at all possible. If it ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 139

    2006 Volvo V50 Follow these instructions to jump start your vehicle's dead battery or to jump start another vehicle's dead battery using your vehicle. If the 12-volt auxiliary battery to be used is in another vehicle, check that the vehicles are not touching to prevent premature completion of a circuit. Be sure to follow jump starting ins ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 140

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to any moving parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds. Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 141

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! Bumper-attached trailer hitches must not be used on Volvos, nor should safety chains be attached to the bumper. Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle's rear axle must not be used. Never connect a trailer's hydraulic brake system directly to the vehicle brake system, nor a trailer's lighting system directly ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 142

    2006 Volvo V50 A - ball holder (1 7/8" ball), B - locking bolt, C - cotter pin, D - hitch assembly, E - safety wire attachment Installing the ball holder 1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the hitch assembly. 2. Slide the ball holder into the hitch assembly. 3. Align the hole in the b ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 143

    2006 Volvo V50 objects. The gear selector can be inadvertently knocked out of position by long cargo, causing the car to move. Keep the following in mind when loading the vehicle: ● Load the cargo in the cargo area against the rear seat backrest. ● Load heavy cargo as low as possible. ● Center wide loads. ● Secure all cargo with restraining ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 144

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 8 - Volvo Service pg. 127 Wheels and tires General information 128 Tire inflation 130 Tire inflation pressure tables 132 Tire designations 133 Glossary of tire terminology 134 Uniform Tire Quality Grading 136 Snow chains, snow tire, studded tires 137 Temporary Spare 138 Wheel nuts 139 Tire rotation 140 Chang ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 145

    2006 Volvo V50 The tires have good road holding characteristics and offer good handling on dry and wet surfaces. It should be noted however that the tires have been developed to give these features on snow/ice-free surfaces. Certain models are equipped with "all-season" tires, which provide a somewhat higher degree of road holding on slip ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 146

    2006 Volvo V50 Tread wear indicator The tires have wear indicator strips running across or parallel to the tread. The letters TWI are printed on the side of the tire. When approximately 1/16" (1.6 mm) is left on the tread, these strips become visible and indicate that the tire should be replaced. Tires with less than 1/16" (1.6 mm) tread ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 147

    2006 Volvo V50 A tire with e.g., visible cracks or discoloration should be replaced immediately. Improving tire economy: ● Maintain correct tire pressure. See the tire pressure table on page 132 . ● Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard braking and tire screeching. ● Tire wear increases with speed. ● Correct front wheel alignment is very ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 148

    2006 Volvo V50 Tire inflation placard on Canadian models NOTE: The placards shown indicate inflation pressure for the tires installed on the car at the factory only. ● Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare, at least once a month and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gaug ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 149

    2006 Volvo V50 This temperature is normally reached after the car has been parked for at least 3 hours. pg. 131 Tire inflation After driving a distance of approximately 1 mile (1.6 km), the tires are considered to be hot. If you have to drive farther than this distance to pump your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appro ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 150

    2006 Volvo V50 Tire size Cold tire pressure for vehicle loads up to 800 lbs (365 kg) a psi (kPa) Front Rear 195/65R15 b 91V 36 (250) 36 (250) 205/55R16 91V 36 (250) 36 (250) 205/50R17 93V Extra load 36 (250) 36 (250) 215/45R18 93W Extra load 36 (250) 36 (250) Temporary spare tire T125/85R16 99M 61 (420) 61 (420) a. These weights include the weight ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 151

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 133 Tire designations Tire designations Federal law mandates that tire manufacturers place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires (see the illustration). The following information is listed on the tire sidewall: The tire designation (the following figures are examples of a tire designation): 1. 215: the width of th ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 152

    2006 Volvo V50 6. M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All Terrain, AS = All Season 7. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with the letters "DOT" and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the l ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 153

    2006 Volvo V50 [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tires load carrying capability. ● kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. ● PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. ● B-pillar: The structural member at the side of the vehicle behind t ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 154

    2006 Volvo V50 NOTE: For trailer towing information, please refer to the section "Towing a trailer" on page 123 . Permissible axle weight The maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Federal/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label. The total load on e ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 155

    2006 Volvo V50 ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO FEDERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS IN ADDITION TO THESE GRADES Quality grades can be found, where applicable, on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A TREADWEAR The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 156

    2006 Volvo V50 Snow chains Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions: ● Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo approved snow chains. ● If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are of a size different than the original tires and wheels, chains in ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 157

    2006 Volvo V50 1. Where permitted pg. 138 Temporary Spare Temporary spare The spare tire in your vehicle is called a "Temporary spare". Recommended tire pressure (see the placard on the B-pillar or on the fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car the temporary spare tire is used on. In the event of d ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 158

    2006 Volvo V50 type. WARNING! Never use the short type of nut for aluminium wheels. This could cause the wheel to come loose. Aluminum wheels - high nut Only the high type of nut can be used for aluminum wheels. This is considerably different from other types of nut because it has a rotating conical thrust washer. NOTE: This nut can also be used on ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 159

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Incorrectly mounted tires impair the car's braking properties and ability to force aside rain, snow and slush. ● The tires with the most tread should always be at the rear (to reduce the risk of skidding) ● Wheels should be stored hanging up or on their sides, never standing. ● Contact a Volvo workshop if you are unsur ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 160

    2006 Volvo V50 5. With the car still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel nuts 1/2 - 1 turn by exerting downward pressure. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen. 6. There are two jack attachment points on each side of the car. Position the jack correctly in the attachment (see illustration above) and crank while simultaneously g ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 161

    2006 Volvo V50 snug. 4. Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 62 ft. lbs. (85 Nm). 5. Install the wheel cap (where applicable). Returning the jack and spare wheel to the storage space 1. Crank the jack (1) down approximately halfway until the mark on the washer (2) aligns with the mark on the jack's arm ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 162

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 9 - Vehicle care pg. 143 Vehicle care Washing and cleaning the car 144 Paint touch up 147 pg. 144 Washing and cleaning the car Washing the car The following points should be kept in mind when washing and cleaning the car: ● The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects and tar spo ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 163

    2006 Volvo V50 ● In areas of high industrial fallout, more frequent washing is recommended. ● After cleaning the engine, the spark plug wells should be inspected for water and blown dry if necessary. Exterior plastic components Cleaning exterior plastic components should be done with a cleaning agent specially designed for this purpose. Solvent ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 164

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brakes several times in order to remove any moisture from the brake linings. Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This constitutes a fire risk. Polishing and Waxing ● Normally, polishing is not required during the first year afte ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 165

    2006 Volvo V50 Suede-like upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution. Leather care Volvo's leather upholstery is manufactured with a protectant to repel soiling. Over time, sunlight, grease and dirt can break down the protection. Staining, cracking, scuffing, and fading can result. Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greas ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 166

    2006 Volvo V50 using Volvo touch-up paint. Color code When ordering touch-up paint from your Volvo retailer, make sure you have the right color. Use the paint code indicated on the model plate. The plate is located on the passenger's side center door pillar. Minor stone chips and scratches Material: ● Primer - can ● Paint - touch-up pen ? ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 167

    2006 Volvo V50 pg. 148 This page intentionally left blank Contents | Top of Page file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_09a.htm (6 of 6)12/30/2006 4:49:39 PM ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 168

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 10 - Maintenance and servicing pg. 149 Maintenance and servicing Volvo maintenance 150 Maintaining your car 151 Hood and engine compartment 153 Engine oil 154 Fluids 155 Wiper blades 157 Battery 158 Bulbs 160 Replacing front bulbs 161 Replacing tail light bulbs 164 Replacing interior bulbs 165 Fuses 166 pg. ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 169

    2006 Volvo V50 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 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 170

    2006 Volvo V50 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. pg. ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 171

    2006 Volvo V50 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 D ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 172

    2006 Volvo V50 Opening the hood To open the hood: ● Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood lock. ● Lift the hood slightly. ● Press up the release control located under the front edge of the hood (at the center) up to the right, and lift the hood. WARNING! Check that the hood locks engage properly when close ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 173

    2006 Volvo V50 WARNING! The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off. pg. 154 Engine oil Engine oil Changing engine oil and oil filter See page 187 for oil specifications. Refer to the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for information on the oil change intervals. NOTE: ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 174

    2006 Volvo V50 Checking the oil 1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-free rag. 2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check the oil level. 3. Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to the MIN mark, add approximately 1 US quart (1 liter) of oil. 4. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 5. Switch off the e ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 175

    2006 Volvo V50 Washer fluid reservoir Washer fluid The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and holds approximately 6.8 US qts (6.5 liters). During cold weather, the reservoir should be filled with windshield washer solvent containing antifreeze. Coolant reservoir Coolant Normally, the coolant does not need to be changed. If ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 176

    2006 Volvo V50 CAUTION! 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. Different types of antifreeze/coolant may not be mixed. Check coolant regularly! WARNING! Never re ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 177

    2006 Volvo V50 Power steering fluid reservoir Power steering fluid The fluid level should always be between the MIN and MAX marks. Fluid type: Volvo power steering fluid or equivalent. Replace: No fluid change required WARNING! If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the vehicle has no electrical current and must be towed, it i ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 178

    2006 Volvo V50 Replacing windshield wiper blades 1. Fold out the wiper arm and fold out the wiper blade at a 90° angle to the wiper arm. 2. Pull off the wiper blade from the attachment, straight to the side. 3. Slide in a new wiper blade at a 90° angle to the wiper arm. 4. Fold in the wiper blade under the metal plate and fold the wiper arm down. ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 179

    2006 Volvo V50 Tailgate wiper blade 1. Fold out the wiper arm. 2. Pull off the wiper blade from the attachment, toward the window. 3. Press the new wiper blade securely into place. Fold in the wiper arm. pg. 158 Battery Battery maintenance Driving habits and conditions, climate, the number of starts, etc. all affect the service life and function of ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 180

    2006 Volvo V50 ● If necessary, add distilled water. The level should never be above the indicator (A). ● The fluid level should be checked if the battery has been recharged. ● After inspection, be sure the cap over each battery cell is securely in place. ● Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tightened. ● Nev ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 181

    2006 Volvo V50 Battery replacement 1. Switch off the ignition and remove the key. 2. Unscrew the cover over the battery. 3. Wait at least 5 minutes after switching off the ignition before disconnecting the battery so that all information in the vehicle's electrical system can be stored in the control modules. 4. Remove the cover and unscrew th ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 182

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 pg. 160 Bulbs Bulbs used in the car 1. Low beam headlight 55W H11 2. Bi-Xenon headlight (option) 35W D2S 3. High beam headlight 55W HB3 4. Brake light, Rear fog light P21/W5 5. Turn signal, front/rear (amber bulb) PY21W 6. Tail lights, Parking light, Side marker light P21/W5 7. Footwell lighting, cargo compartment l ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 183

    2006 Volvo V50 NOTE: ● Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit on the reflector, which will damage it. ● The optional Bi-Xenon headlight bulbs contain trace amounts of mercury. These bulbs should always be disposed of by an authorized Volvo retailer. ● C ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 184

    2006 Volvo V50 Cover with retaining clamps Low beam bulb 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the headlight housing. 3. Press the retaining clamps to the sides. 4. Release the bulb's retaining spring by pressing it to the right, and then moving it outward and downward. 5. Pull out the bulb. 6. Disconnect the wiring connector from the bulb. Installing a ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 185

    2006 Volvo V50 5. Press the retaining clamps back into place. 6. Reinstall the headlight housing. High beam bulb High beam bulb 1. Open the hood. 2. Remove the headlight housing. 3. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out. Replace the bulb. Note how the bulb holder is positioned. 4. Reinstall the bulb holder. It can only be installed ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 186

    2006 Volvo V50 Turn signal 1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove it. 2. Remove the bulb from the holder by pressing it in and twisting it counterclockwise. 3. Insert a new bulb and reinstall the bulb holder in the headlight housing. Side marker light 1. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise, pull it out, and replace the bulb. 2. Reins ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 187

    2006 Volvo V50 Front fog light (option) 1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0. 2. Remove the panel around the fog light housing. 3. Unscrew both torx screws in the fog light housing and remove it. 4. Disconnect the connector from the bulb. 5. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out. 6. Install the new bulb in its seat and t ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 188

    2006 Volvo V50 6. Press the wiring connector back into position. 7. Press the bulb holder into place and reinstall the cover. Location of tail light bulbs Location of tail light bulbs 1. Brake light 2. Tail light/parking light 3. Turn signal 4. Fog light (driver's side only) 5. Back-up light NOTE: If the message indicating a burned out bulb re ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 189

    2006 Volvo V50 License plate lighting Replacing the bulb 1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0. 2. Remove the screw with a screwdriver. 3. Detach the entire bulb housing and carefully pull it out. Turn the connector counterclockwise and pull out the bulb. 4. Replace the bulb. 5. Reinstall the connector and turn it clockwise. 6. Re ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 190

    2006 Volvo V50 and pry carefully to release the lower edge of the mirror. 3. Pry carefully and lift out the entire mirror and the cover. 4. Remove the defective bulb and replace it with a new one. 5. To reinstall the mirror, begin by pressing the three lugs at the upper edge of the mirror back into place. 6. Press the three lower lugs back into pla ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 191

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Fuses 1-18 are relays/circuit breakers and should only be removed or replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician. ● Fuses 19-36 may be changed at any time when necessary. Several extra fuses and a fuse removal tool to assist in removing/replacing fuses can be found on the underside of the fuse box cover in the engine com ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 192

    2006 Volvo V50 20. Horn, 15A 21. Not in use 22. Not in use 23. Engine control module (ECM)/transmission control module (TCM), 10A 24. Not in use 25. Not in use 26. Ignition switch, 15A 27. A/C compressor, water shut-off valve, 10A 28. Not in use 29. Front fog lights (option), 15A 30. Engine control module (ECM), 3A 31.Generator voltage regulator, 1 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 193

    2006 Volvo V50 4. Replace the blown fuse. 5. Close the fuse box in reverse order. 6. Pull the center pins fully out of the mounting clips, secure the upholstery with the mounting clips and press the pins into the mounting clips again. The mounting clips then expand, holding the upholstery in position. pg. 169 Fuses Fuses in the passenger compartmen ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 194

    2006 Volvo V50 56. Alarm siren control module, 10A 57. On-board diagnostic socket, brake light switch, 15A 58. Right high beam, auxiliary lights relay, 7.5A 59. Left high beam, 7.5A 60. Heated driver's seat (option), 15A 61. Heated passenger's seat (option), 15A 62. Moonroof (option), 20A 63. Power window and door lock - rear passenger&ap ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 195

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 11 - Audio pg. 171 Audio Audio functions 172 Radio functions 174 CD player/CD changer (option) 178 Compact disc care 180 Audio menu settings and selections 181 pg. 172 Audio functions file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_11a.htm (1 of 12)12/30/2006 4:49:43 PM ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 196

    2006 Volvo V50 Audio system controls 1. VOLUME dial 2. AM/FM1/FM2 selection 3. CD player button 4. TUNING dial 5. SOUND button Volume Use the volume dial (1) or the buttons in the optional steering wheel keypad to adjust the volume level. The volume level is also adjusted automatically according to the vehicle's speed, see page 173 for more in ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 197

    2006 Volvo V50 Sound settings ● Press SOUND (5). Press this button repeatedly until you come to the setting that you wish to change. 3. Turn the TUNING dial (4) to make the desired setting. The following settings can be made: BASS-set the bass level TREBLE-set the treble level BALANCE-set the left/right sound balance FADER-set the front/rear soun ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 198

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Pro Logic II ● 3-channel ● Off (normal 2-channel stereo) Activating/deactivating Surround sound ● Press MENU followed by ENTER. ● Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. ● Select Surround FM or Surround CD and press ENTER. ● Select Pro logic II, 3-channel stereo or Off and press ENTER. Equalizer Front/Rear ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 199

    2006 Volvo V50 Radio function controls 1. AM/FM1/FM2 selection 2. Station preset buttons 3. TUNING dial for selecting radio stations 4. SCAN 5. MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL-press the up or down arrow keys to scroll in a menu, or the keys on the left/right sides of the control to search for or change radio stations/CD tracks 6. EXIT-press to cancel a men ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 200

    2006 Volvo V50 Automatically storing a station Pressing AUTO (7) automatically searches for and stores up to ten strong AM or FM stations in a separate memory. If more than ten stations are found, the ten strongest ones are stored. This function is especially useful in areas in which you are not familiar with radio stations or their frequencies. To ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 201

    2006 Volvo V50 ● Press SCAN to activate the function. SCAN is shown in the display. ● Press the SCAN or EXIT button to deactivate the scan function and listen to the selected station. Storing a station found with SCAN A station can be stored as a preset while the SCAN function is activated. ● Press one of the preset buttons (2) under which th ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 202

    2006 Volvo V50 To deactivate this function, select RADIOTEXT again and press ENTER. Alarm Alarms bulletins are transmitted automatically by certain RBDS stations. The function cannot be deactivated. "Alarm!" is shown in the radio display when an alarm message is sent. The function is used to warn motorists of serious accidents, etc. Progr ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 203

    2006 Volvo V50 Language Religious music Religious talk Personality Public College Weather Search for a specific station format This functions enables you to search for a certain station format by searching through the entire FM waveband. ● Select FM1 or FM2 and press the MENU button. ● Press ENTER. ● Select PTY and press ENTER. ● Choose SEL ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 204

    2006 Volvo V50 Press ENTER again to confirm your selection. pg. 178 CD player/CD changer (option) CD function controls 1. MENU NAVIGATION CONTROL-press the up or down arrow keys to scroll in a menu, or the keys on the left/right sides of the control to change CD tracks/fast forward/back 2. Buttons for selecting a disc in the optional CD changer 3. ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 205

    2006 Volvo V50 NOTE: Ensure that INSERT DISC is displayed before inserting a disc. Changing tracks Press the left or right arrow keys on the MENU NAVIGATION control to skip to the previous or next track. NOTE: The TUNING dial (6) (turn clockwise to go to the next track, or counterclockwise to go to the previous track) or the optional steering wheel ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 206

    2006 Volvo V50 Scan This function plays the first 10 seconds of each track on the CD. ● Press SCAN. ● Press EXIT to stop the scan function and listen to an entire track. CD eject Single CD player Press the eject button (3) to eject the disc. CD changer This function makes it possible to eject a single disc, or to eject all of the discs in the c ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 207

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Chapter 12 - Specifications pg. 183 Specifications Label information 184 Dimensions and weights 185 Fuel, oils, and fluids 186 Engine oil 187 Engine specifications 188 Electrical system 189 Three-way catalytic converter 190 Volvo programs 191 pg. 184 Label information file:///K|/ownersdocs/2006/2006_V50/06v50_12a.ht ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 208

    2006 Volvo V50 1. Vacuum hose routing (underside of hood) 2. Model plate Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, etc. The label is located on the passenger's side center door pillar. 3. Loads and Tire Pressures (on inside of fuel filler door): Canadian models only. 4. Child safety lock This information is stamped o ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 209

    2006 Volvo V50 8. Vehicle Emission Control Information Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the underside of the hood. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer. 1. The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) should always be quoted in ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 210

    2006 Volvo V50 Curb weight FWD: 3225 - 3345 lbs AWD: 3435 - 3500 lbs 1460 - 1520 kg 1560 - 1590 kg Max. roof load All models: 165 lbs All models: 75 kg Max. trailer weight (w/o brakes) All models: 1540 lbs All models: 700 kg Max. trailer weight (with brakes) All models: 2000 lbs All models: 900 kg Max. tongue weight All models: 165 lbs All models: ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 211

    2006 Volvo V50 Oil additives must not be used. NOTE: Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal service intervals. This oil is only used at customer request, at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer. Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures) Operation in hot climates When temperatures exceed 86° F (30° C) in ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 212

    2006 Volvo V50 ● The center identifies the oil's viscosity. ● The lower section indicates whether the oil has demonstrated energy-conserving properties in a standard test in comparison to a reference oil. pg. 188 Engine specifications Engine designation B5244S4 B5244S7 B5254T3 Output kW/rps 125/100 125/100 162/83 hp/rpm 168/6000 168/6000 2 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 213

    2006 Volvo V50 General information 12-volt system with voltage controlled generator. Single wire system in which the chassis and engine block are used as conductors, grounded on the chassis. Bulbs Please refer to page 160 for a list of the bulbs used in your car. Battery Voltage 12 V 12 V 12 V Cold start capacity (CCA) 520 A 600 A* 700 A** Reserve ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 214

    2006 Volvo V50 Module, or the vehicle may be illegal and can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating. This includes: - Altering fuel injection settings or components. - Altering emission system components or location or removing components. - Repeated use of leaded fuel. NOTE: Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with th ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 215

    2006 Volvo V50 Fuel tank Octane rating: Unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating AKI of 91, or above. The minimum octane requirement is AKI 87 (RON 91). 15.9 US gallons (60 liters) Models with All Wheel Drive have a tank volume of 15 US gallons (57 liters). Models with engine code 39 have a fuel tank capacity of 14 US gallons (53 liters). Th ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 216

    2006 Volvo V50 2 0 0 6 VOLVO V50 Index pg. 195-198 Index Numerics 12 volt socket, in cargo area 87 12 volt socket, rear seat 52 12 volt sockets 42 A ABS (anti-lock brake system) 2 Active yaw control - AYC 117 Airbag system 16 Alarm 96, 97 All Wheel Drive 114 Antifreeze 155 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) 2 , 38 Approach lighting 59 , 91 ASC - speed co ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 217

    2006 Volvo V50 Battery drain - avoiding 101 Battery maintenance 158 Battery replacement 159 Battery replacement, remote control 93 Battery, conserving electrical current 101 Battery, specifications 189 Bi-Xenon headlights 161 Black box (Vehicle Event Data) 150 Booster cushion 30 Brake fluid 156 Bulbs 160 C Capacities, fluids 186 Cargo area cover 85 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 218

    2006 Volvo V50 Courtesy lighting 79 Cruise control 46 D Dimensions 185 Disabling the passenger's side front airbag 20 Display, instrument panel 36 Door mirrors 56 Door open warning 40 Driving after a collision 27 DSTC 42 E Economical driving 100 Electrical current - conserving 101 Electrical system 189 Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 219

    2006 Volvo V50 Front seats, power 77 Fuel filler cap 2 Fuel filler door 2 , 104 Fuel filler door, unlocking 43 Fuel gauge 36 Fuel requirements 103, 104 Fuel system 188 Fuel tank capacity 104 Fuse box in the passenger compartment, accessing 168 Fuses 166 Fuses in the engine compartment 167 Fuses in the passenger compartment 169 G Gasoline 103 Geartr ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 220

    2006 Volvo V50 Hood, opening 153 I Ignition switch 106 Immobilizer (start inhibitor) 90 , 107 Indicator and warning symbols 36 Inflatable Curtain 24 Inflation pressure tables 132 Information display 36 Information display, messages in 41 Information symbol 36, 37 Inspection readiness 152 Instrument overview 8 Instrument panel 36 Instrument panel li ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 221

    2006 Volvo V50 Low beam bulb, replacing 161 Low beam headlights 44 M Maintenance 150 Malfunction indicator light 38 Manual front seat adjustment 76 Manual shifting (Geartronic) 111 Mirror, rearview 55 Mirrors, door-mounted 56 Moonroof 57, 58 O OBD II 152 Occupant safety 12 Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS), disabling front passenger's side airbag 2 ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 222

    2006 Volvo V50 Polishing 145 Power door mirrors 56 Power front seats 77 Power moonroof 57 Power steering fluid 156 Power windows 53 PremAir ® 4 Program Information seek 175 Program type, audio system 176 PROPOSITION 65 WARNING 158 R Radio Broadcast Data System - RBDS 175 Radio station formats 176 Radio text 175 Rain sensor 49 Reading lights, rear ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 223

    2006 Volvo V50 Safety defects, reporting 12 Safety locks, child 95 Seat belt maintenance 15 Seat belt reminder 15 , 39 Seat belts 13 SEE MANUAL 41 SERVICE REQUIRED 41 Shiftlock 2 Shiftlock override 113 Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags 23 Side marker light, replacing 163 Speedometer 36 Spin control - SC 117 SRS warning light 39 Stability system ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 224

    2006 Volvo V50 Technician certification 191 Temperature gauge 36 Three-way catalytic converter 190 TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE 41 Tire inflation pressure tables 132 Tire rotation 140 Tires, changing 141 Tires, general information 128 Tires, storing 128 Traction control - TC 117 Transmission, automatic 111 Tread wear indicator 129 Trip computer 45 Trip ...

  • Volvo V50 - page 225

    2006 Volvo V50 Warning symbol 36, 37 Warranties 150 Washer fluid 155 Washing the car 144 Waxing 145 Weight distribution 100 Weights 185 Wheel nuts 139 Wheels, removing 141 Wheels, storing 128 Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) 25 Windshield washer fluid 155 Windshield wiper blades 157 Windshield wipers 48 Winter/Wet driving mode 112 Wiper blades 15 ...

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