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Volvo V60 Twin Engine User Manual

Volvo V60 Twin Engine
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Volvo V60 Twin Engine Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandVolvo
ModelV60 Twin Engine
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Twin Engine - overview

Overview of the unique functions for the V60 Twin Engine.

Twin Engine - introduction

Introduction to the V60 Twin Engine driving experience and its primary modes.

Instruments and Controls

Combined instrument panel

Information display showing car's functions, indicators, and messages.

Digital combined instrument panel - overview

Overview of the information displayed on the digital instrument panel.

Climate Control

Demisting and defrosting the windscreen

Using max defroster to quickly remove misting and ice from windscreen and side windows.

Loading and Storage

Safety net*

How a safety net prevents loads or pets from being thrown forward in the passenger compartment.

Locks and Alarm

Remote control key

Used for locking/unlocking and starting the engine; basic vs. PCC versions.

Immobiliser

Theft protection system preventing unauthorized starting.

Remote control key - functions

Functions of the remote control key: locking, unlocking, tailgate, panic function.

Keyless drive*

Keyless start and locking system operated keylessly.

Keyless Drive* - locking

Locking doors and tailgate using touch-sensitive area on door handles.

Keyless Drive* - unlocking

Unlocking by grasping door handle or actuating tailgate pressure plate.

Keyless Drive* - unlocking with the key blade

Opening the door using the detachable key blade if central locking fails.

Deadlocks*

Mechanical disengagement of door handles to prevent opening from inside/outside.

Child safety locks - manual activation

Manual activation of child safety locks on rear doors to prevent children opening them.

Child safety locks - electrical activation*

Electrical activation to prevent children opening rear doors or windows.

Alarm

Device warning of break-ins, triggered by door opening, movement, towing, or disconnection.

Driver Support

Electronic stability control (ESC) - general

ESC helps avoid skidding and improves the car's traction.

Speed limiter*

Regulating speed using accelerator pedal but prevented from exceeding set speed.

Speed limiter* - getting started

Instructions on how to switch on and activate the speed limiter.

Speed limiter* - alarm for speed exceeded

Alerting the driver with an acoustic signal when maximum speed is exceeded.

Cruise control*

Helps driver maintain an even speed on motorways and long roads.

Cruise control* - managing speed

Activating, setting, and changing stored speed for cruise control.

Distance Warning*

Warning if time interval to vehicle ahead becomes too short.

Adaptive cruise control - ACC*

Helps driver maintain even speed with pre-selected time interval to vehicle ahead.

Adaptive cruise control* - function

Consists of cruise control and coordinated spacing system.

Adaptive cruise control* - managing speed

Activating, setting, and changing stored speed for ACC.

Adaptive cruise control* - set time interval

Selecting time intervals to the vehicle in front.

Radar sensor

Function of the radar sensor for detecting cars or vehicles in the same direction.

City Safety™

Function to help driver avoid collisions in queues or when attention lapses.

City Safety™ - function

Detects traffic with laser sensor and automatically brakes.

Collision warning system*

Aid to assist driver when risk of collision with pedestrian, cyclist, or vehicle exists.

Collision warning system* - function

Execution of collision warning, brake support, and auto brake steps.

Collision warning system* - detection of pedestrians

How the system recognizes pedestrians and its limitations.

Collision warning system* - detection of cyclists

How the system recognizes cyclists and its limitations.

BLIS*

Blind Spot Information system for support in dense traffic.

BLIS* - operation

How BLIS is activated/deactivated and when it operates.

CTA*

Cross Traffic Alert warns about crossing traffic when reversing.

Driver Alert System*

Assists drivers whose ability is deteriorating or who are leaving lane.

Driver Alert Control (DAC)*

Attracts driver's attention when driving less consistently.

Driver Alert Control (DAC)* - operation

How to set Driver Alert Control on/off and its function.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW)*

Helps reduce the risk of vehicle accidentally leaving its lane.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - function

How to make settings for Lane Departure Warning function.

Lane Departure Warning (LDW) - operation

How LDW operates and its symbols.

Park Assist*

Aid to parking with acoustic signals and centre console screen indicators.

Park assist syst* - function

Parking assistance system automatically activated when engine is started.

Park assist syst* - backward

Parking assistance for rear obstacles.

Park assist syst* - forward

Parking assistance for front obstacles.

Park assist camera*

Auxiliary system activated when reverse gear is selected.

Starting and Driving

Starting the engine

Procedure for starting and switching off the engine using remote control key and START/STOP ENGINE button.

Switching off the engine

How to switch off the engine using the START/STOP ENGINE button.

Steering lock

How the steering lock prevents steering if car is taken unlawfully.

Jump starting with another battery

Steps for jump starting a discharged starter battery.

Drive systems

Information on the Plug-in Hybrid's electric motor and diesel engine drive systems.

Drive system - drive modes

Selecting between different drive modes for optimal driveability, experience, and economy.

Gearboxes

How the V60 Twin Engine gearbox operates, including manual and automatic modes.

Automatic gearbox

Details on the Geartronic gearbox with automatic and manual modes.

Gear selector inhibitor

Mechanical and automatic inhibitors for gear selector safety.

Hill start assist (HSA)*

Prevents car rolling backward when setting off or reversing uphill.

All-wheel drive - (AWD)

Activates all-wheel drive for improved grip and traction, especially in slippery conditions.

Foot brake

Usage of the foot brake for reducing car speed while driving.

Foot brake - anti-lock braking system

ABS prevents wheels from locking up during braking, maintaining steering ability.

Foot brake - emergency brake lights and automatic hazard warning flashers

Emergency brake lights and hazard warning flashers activated during heavy braking.

Foot brake - emergency brake assistance

EBA increases braking force and reduces braking distance.

Parking brake

Prevents car from rolling away from stationary by mechanically locking wheels.

Overheating

Risks of engine and drive system overheating, especially with heavy loads.

Winter driving

Important checks for safe driving in winter conditions.

Filling up with fuel

Important considerations for refuelling and fuel handling.

Charging the hybrid battery

Information on charging the hybrid battery.

Charging cable with control unit

Use and specifications of the charging cable with control unit.

Charging the hybrid battery - preparations

Preparations needed before recharging the hybrid battery.

Charging the hybrid battery - starting

Steps to start charging the hybrid battery.

Charging the hybrid battery - ending

Steps to finish charging the hybrid battery.

Charging with the diesel engine

How the hybrid battery can also be charged by the car's diesel engine.

Wheels and Tyres

Wear and maintenance

Correct tyre pressure and its effect on wear and driving characteristics.

Tyres - direction of rotation

Importance of correct tyre rotation direction for braking and handling.

Tyres - tread wear indicators

How tread wear indicators show tyre tread depth status.

Tyres - air pressure

Checking and maintaining correct tyre air pressure.

Tyres - load index

Load index indicates a tyre's ability to carry a certain load.

Tyres - speed ratings

Speed rating indicates maximum speed a tyre can withstand.

Winter tyres

Tyres adapted for winter road conditions.

Tread depth

Importance of tread depth for grip in ice, slush, and low temperatures.

Changing wheels - removing wheels

Procedure for changing car wheels, e.g., for winter tires.

Before changing a wheel

Steps to take before starting to change a wheel.

Removing

Detailed steps for removing a wheel.

Changing wheels - fitting

Correct procedure for fitting a wheel.

Warning triangle

Used to warn other road users of a stationary vehicle.

Tyre pressure monitoring*

TPMS warns when tyre pressure is too low.

Maintenance and Service

Engine oil - checking and filling

How to check and fill engine oil level using electronic sensor.

Brake and clutch fluid - level

Checking and maintaining brake fluid level.

Washer fluid - filling

How to top up washer fluid, importance of antifreeze.

Specifications

Tyres - approved tyre pressures

Approved tyre pressures for each engine alternative.

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