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Volvo V50 2010 User Manual

Volvo V50 2010
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VOLVO V50
Owners Manual Web Edition

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Volvo V50 2010 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVolvo
ModelV50 2010
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Important information

General guidance on reading the manual, special texts, decals, footnotes, message texts, and how information is presented.

Volvo and the environment

Volvo's environmental philosophy, fuel consumption, emission control, clean air in the passenger compartment.

Safety

Seatbelts

General information on seatbelts, putting on, releasing, locking, and important considerations.

Airbag system

Warning symbol on the combined instrument panel, indication of system faults and recommended actions.

Child safety

Guidance on children sitting comfortably and safely, and information on child seats and their placement.

Instruments and controls

Combined instrument panel

Identification and function of various indicators, symbols, and displays on the combined instrument panel.

Indicator and warning symbols

Explanation of functionality check symbols, symbols in the centre of the instrument panel, and their meanings.

Lighting panel

Details on general lighting controls, headlamp levelling, automatic dipped beam, and fog lamps.

Parking brake

How to apply and release the parking brake, and advice for parking on a hill.

Personal preferences

Information on setting personal preferences for locks, climate control, and audio functions.

Climate control

General information on climate control

Details on air conditioning, misting windows, ice and snow removal, fault tracing, refrigerant, and passenger compartment filter.

Manual climate control, AC

Explanation of the manual climate control panel, fan speed, recirculation, defroster, air distribution, and heated seats.

Electronic climate control, ECC*

Explanation of the ECC control panel, AUTO function, fan speed, recirculation, defroster, and air distribution.

Fuel-driven engine block heater and passenger compartment heater*

General information about heaters, refuelling, battery and fuel considerations, and parking on a hill.

Interior

Front seats

Instructions for adjusting manual and power seats, lumbar support, and backrest rake.

Interior lighting

Details on reading lamps, interior lighting, front and rear roof lighting, courtesy lighting, vanity mirror, and glovebox lighting.

Storage spaces in the passenger compartment

Identification and location of various storage spaces within the passenger compartment.

Cargo area

Instructions for using the safety net, removing the safety net storage cassette, and safety grille.

Locks and alarm

Remote control key with key blade

Details on the remote control key, its functions, loss of key, and immobiliser system.

Keyless drive*

Information on the keyless lock and ignition system, function range, and never leaving a remote control key in the car.

Locking and unlocking

Instructions for locking and unlocking the car from outside and inside, rapid closing, and tailgate operation.

Alarm*

Information on the alarm system, alarm indicator, arming and disarming the alarm.

Starting and driving

Refuelling

Instructions for opening and closing the fuel filler flap, filling up with fuel, and general information on fuel.

Starting the engine

Steps for starting the engine before, automatic gearbox, manual gearbox, and key positions.

Automatic gearbox

Details on Geartronic automatic gear positions, manual gearshift mode, and kick-down.

Brake system

Information on brake servo, brake circuits, dampness affecting braking, heavy brake usage, and ABS.

DSTC – Stability and traction control system*

General information on DSTC, spin control, traction control, reduced operation, and system operation.

BLIS* – Blind Spot Information System

General information on BLIS, blind spots, operation, and its advice to the driver.

Driving with a trailer

General advice on payload, towing bracket, load distribution, tyre pressure, engine loading, and trailer weights.

Detachable towbar*

Step-by-step instructions for fitting the detachable towbar.

Wheels and tyres

General

Information on driving characteristics and tyres, designation of dimensions, and speed ratings.

Tyre pressure

Recommended tyre pressures, ECO pressure, spare tyre pressure, and checking tyre pressure.

Changing wheels

Step-by-step guide on removing and fitting wheels, including safety warnings.

Emergency puncture repair*

General information about the kit, how to take it out, and sealing punctured tyres.

Car care

Cleaning

Instructions for washing the car, cleaning wiper blades, removing bird droppings, and care for chromed wheels.

Touching up paintwork

Guidance on paintwork care, colour code, and how to handle stone chips and scratches.

Maintenance and service

Volvo service

Details on the Volvo service programme and recommendations for authorised workshops.

Oils and fluids

Information on engine compartment decals for oil grade, checking engine oil, and oil filter.

Battery

Guidance on battery care, symbols on the battery, and warnings.

Replacing bulbs

General information on bulb specifications and instructions for changing front and rear bulbs.

Fuses

General information on fuses, their locations, and how to change them.

Infotainment system

Audio functions

Details on audio controls, volume regulation, audio source selection, and external audio sources.

Radio functions

Information on radio controls, tuning methods (automatic, manual), storing stations, and scanning.

CD functions

Instructions for CD player and CD changer operation, including playback, pause, and navigation.

Phone functions*

Identification of phone system components and general advice on phone usage and safety.

Bluetooth handsfree*

General information on Bluetooth handsfree, system overview, menus, controls, and connecting a mobile phone.

Specifications

Type designation

Information on type designation, vehicle identification, and engine numbers for contacting dealers and ordering parts.

Dimensions and weights

Table of car dimensions and weights, including wheelbase, length, height, and track width.

Engine specifications

Overview of engine codes, output, torque, cylinders, bore, stroke, swept volume, and compression ratio.

Engine oil

Guidance on engine oil for adverse driving conditions, check intervals, and Volvo's recommended oil products.

Wheel and tyres, dimensions and pressure

Approved tyre pressures for various variants, speeds, and load conditions, including ECO pressure.

Symbols in the display

Explanation of common symbols in the combined instrument panel and their meanings.

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