Volvo XC60: Brake lights
The brake lights come on automatically when the brakes are applied.
Adaptive brake lights
The adaptive brake lights activate in the event of sudden braking or if the ABS system is activated.
This function causes an additional taillight on each side of the vehicle to illuminate to help alert vehicles traveling behind.
The adaptive brake lights activate if:
• The ABS system activates for more than
approximately a half second
• In the event of sudden braking while the
vehicle is moving at speeds above approximately
6 mph (10 km/h)
When the vehicle has come to a stop, the brake lights and additional taillights remain on for as long as the brake pedal is depressed or until braking force on the vehicle is reduced.
Brake pad inspection
On vehicles equipped with a jack*, the condition
of the brake pads can be checked by raising
the vehicle (see page 306 for information
about using the jack and removing a wheel)
and performing ...
Power brakes function only when the engine is running
The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure
which is only created when the engine is running.
Never let the vehicle roll to a stop with the
engine switched off.
If the power brakes are not working, ...
See also:
Voice Mail Calling
To learn how to access your voice mail, refer to “Working
with Automated Systems”. ...
General information
Location of the side impact (SIPS) airbags (front
seats only)
As an enhancement to the structural side
impact protection built into your vehicle, it is
also equipped with Side Impact Protectio ...
Cleaning the sensors
When washing the vehicle do
not aim
high pressure water jets directly at the
sensors. Do not use abrasive materials
or hard/sharp objects to clean the
sensors. Only use approved vehicle
shampo ...
