Volvo 1999 S80 User Manual

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VOLVO
S80
This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo.
This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo
Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trust 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, operating instructions and
maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We also urge you and your passengers to wear seat belts
at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And, of course, please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by
alcohol, medication or any impairment that could hinder your ability to drive.
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the certification labels
attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment.
For further information please contact your
retailer, or:
In the USA: In Canada:

Volvo 1999 S80 Specifications

General

Brand	Volvo
Model	1999 S80
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Chapter 1 - Safety

Seat Belts

Information on proper seat belt usage, including for pregnant women.

Front Airbags - SRS

Details on the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) airbags and their deployment.

Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)

Explains the Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) for reducing whiplash injuries.

Occupant Safety

General safety advice for occupants, including seating positions and restraints.

Child Safety

Guidelines for child restraint systems and placement in the vehicle.

Side Impact Airbags (SIPS)

Information on Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags for side collisions.

Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)

Details on the inflatable curtain system protecting occupants' heads in side impacts.

Brake System

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)

Explanation of the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) function and warning light.

Stability Traction Control (STC)

Chapter 2 - Instruments, Switches, and Controls

Instrument Panel

Explains the layout and components of the instrument panel, including gauges and indicators.

Indicator and Warning Lights

Describes the meaning and function of various dashboard warning and indicator lights.

Chapter 3 - Climate Control System

Electronic Climate Control (ECC)

Operation of the automatic climate control system and its functions.

Chapter 5 - Keys, Locks, and Alarm

Keys and Locking

Operation of master key, service key, and central locking system.

Remote Keyless Entry

Using the remote control for locking, unlocking, and seat adjustment.

Alarm System

Arming, disarming, and status signals of the vehicle's alarm.

Child Safety Locks

Chapter 6 - Starting and Driving

Fuel Requirements

Refueling

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide for starting the engine and releasing shiftlock.

Automatic Transmission

Chapter 8 - Maintenance and Servicing

Fuses

Maintenance Schedule and Service

Engine Compartment and Fluids