Volvo XC60: Before a long distance trip
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician before driving long distances.
Your retailer will also be able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for your use in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be checked before any long trip:
• Check that engine runs smoothly and that fuel consumption is normal.
• Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage.
• Have the transmission oil level checked.
• 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 a trained and qualified Volvo service technician only.
• Check all lights, including high beams.
• Reflective warning triangles are legally required in some states/provinces.
• Have a word with a trained and qualified Volvo service technician if you intend to drive in countries where it may be difficult to obtain the correct fuel.
• Consider your destination. If you will be driving through an area where snow or ice are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Conserving electrical current
Keep the following in mind to help minimize battery drain: • When the engine is not running, avoid using ignition mode II. Many electrical systems (the audio system, the optional navigation ...Cold weather precautions
If you wish to check your vehicle before the approach of cold weather, the following advice is worth noting: • Make sure that the engine coolant contains 50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixt ...See also:
Windshield wipers
Windshield wipers
OFF: Off
: Intermittent
LO: Low speed
HI: High speed
To turn the wipers on, push the wiper
control lever down.
To turn the wipers off, return the lever to
the “OFF ...
Important safety notes
WARNING
Gasoline is highly flammable and poisonous. It burns violently and can cause
serious personal injury.
Never allow sparks, flames or smoking materials near gasoline.
Turn off the engi ...
Wheel balance
Unbalanced wheels may affect vehicle handling
and tire life. Even with regular use, wheels can
get out of balance. Therefore, they should be
balanced as required.
Wheel balance service should b ...