1999 Volvo C70 Owner's Manual
1999 Volvo C70 Manual
1999 Volvo C70 manual content summary:
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standards, as evidenced by the certification labels attached to the driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment. Volvo and the environment Volvo is committed to the well being of our customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the environment in - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
be sorted for recycling. In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines, Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles. When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
the driver's door. Contents Chapter 1 - Occupant safety Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls Chapter 3 - Body and interior Chapter 4 - Starting and driving Chapter 5 - Wheels and tires Chapter 6 - In case of an emergency Chapter 7 - Car care 1 15 39 55 75 81 99 Chapter 8 - Volvo Service - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
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good thing I was wearing my seat belt". Seat belts Volvo SRS Side Impact Protection System - (SIPS) air bag Child safety 2 4 8 9 Occupant safety 12 Reporting Safety Defects 12 pg. 2 Seat belts Seat belts Always fasten the seat belts before you drive or ride. Two lights above the rear view mirror - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
sit in the rear with the seat belt properly fastened. The rear seat of the Volvo C70 is intended for two occupants only. Only two three-point seat belts are provided. The center position should never be used to seat a passenger. pg. 3 Seat belts During pregnancy Pregnant women should always - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
in event of accident. As the seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be replaced after any collision, even if they may appear to be undamaged. Never repair the belt on your own; have this done by an authorized Volvo retailer only. Any device used to - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
of the vehicle's instruments and controls. Note that vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements. Page 1 Air vents 33 2 Headlights, parking lights 20 3 Instrument illumination 22 4 Rear fog light 22 5 Front fog lights (optional) 22 6 Space for additional equipment - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
demister/heated door mirrors 23 13 Air mix 33 14 Air vents 33 15 Passenger side air bag (SRS) hatch 4-6 16 Air vents 33 17 Hood release 51 18 Turn signals, high/low beams 20 Cruise control 29 19 Adjustable steering wheel 32 20 Windshield wiper/washer 21 21 Heated front seats (optional) 30 22 - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
17.9 US gals. (68 liters). When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1.8 US gals. (8 liters) of fuel remaining. See "Refueling" for further information. 2 Temperature gauge /kilometer. 7 Trip odometer reset button 8 Tachometer Reads thousands of engine rpm. Contents | Top of Page - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 11
pages. Storage compartments 40 Sun roof 41 Keys, doors and locks 42 Remote keyless entry system 43 Alarm 44 Front seats 46 Rear/side view mirrors 48 Interior lights, Vanity mirrors 49 Long load storage 50 Hood 51 Opening the trunk 52 Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack 53 Securing cargo, Avoiding - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
on rear of front seat 6 Compartment between front seats 7 Cup holder WARNING! Packages on the rear window shelf can obscure vision and may become dangerous projectiles in the event of a sudden stop or an accident. pg. 41 Sun roof (option) Sliding sun roof Electrically-operated sun roof The switch - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
switch/steering wheel lock, driver's door, trunk and glove compartment). Service key This key operates the driver's door and the ignition switch/steering wheel lock. Doors and locks Your car is equipped with a central locking system. The key, used on the driver's door, the remote control, or - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
lights will stay on and a chime will sound until the door is closed. As an added anti-theft measure, new keys have been developed which may take slightly longer to copy or replace if the original keys are misplaced. Duplicate keys may be ordered from your Volvo with FCC rules Part 15. Operation is - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
etc. Break-in period 56 Fuel requirements, Refueling 56-57 Driving economy Starting the engine Manual transmission Automatic transmission Points to remember Emergency towing Vehicle towing information Jump starting Three-way catalytic converter 58 59 60 61 64 66 67 68 69 Brake system 70-71 Trailer - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Emission Control System performance may be affected, and the Malfunction Indicator Lamp located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs, please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for service. pg. 57 Fuel requirements, Refueling Octane Rating Volvo engines are designed - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
zone, or when the fuel warning light comes on. Fuel tank cover The fuel tank cover (on the right rear fender) is locked and must be popped open using the control on the driver's door. Open fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather conditions. CAUTION: Do not refuel with the engine running. Turn the - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
roadholding on slippery surfaces than tires without the "all-season" rating. However, for optimum road holding on icy or snow covered roads - we recommend suitable winter tires on all four wheels. When replacing tires, be sure that the new tires are the same size designation, type (radial) and - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
Volvo retailer. If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are of a size different than the original tires and wheels, chains in some cases CANNOT be used. Snow chains cannot be used on those turbo wheel braking. Snow tires, studded tires * Tires for winter use: Owners - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
just a few miles. Vehicle Loading The tires on your Volvo will perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire information label* located on the rear facing edge of the passenger's door. This label lists both the tire and vehicle design limits. Do not load - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
"ON CALL Road Assistance". Wheel changing 82-83 Spare tire 84 Replacing bulbs 85-90 Replacing fuses 91-93 Installation of accessories 94 Replacing wiper blades 95-96 In case of emergency 97 pg. 82 Wheel changing Loosen wheel bolts Changing a wheel The spare wheel is located under the carpet - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
any part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack. Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel. For any other job, use stands to support the end of the car being worked on. Apply the parking brake, select position P (automatic transmission) or Reverse gear (manual - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
the event of damage to this tire a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer. CAUTION: The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came with the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
for any extensive damage. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint. NOTE: When ordering touch-up paint from your Volvo retailer, use the paint code indicated on the model plate. The plate is located in the engine compartment, on the inside of the left front fender. Minor - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
paint coats and let dry after each application. 3. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding paint by masking it off. Contents | Top of Page - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
in the form of improved reliability, durability, and resale value. Label information Maintenance service, Warranty 106 107 Maintenance schedule 108-109 Servicing 110-111 Fuel/emissions systems Lubrication 112 113 Engine oil 114-115 Power steering fluid, Brake/clutch system fluid reservoir - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
on the underside of the hood. All specifications are subject to change without notice. pg. 107 Maintenance service, Warranty Maintenance service Volvo advises you to follow the service program which is outlined in the "Maintenance Records Manual". This maintenance program contains inspections and - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
to the ultimate purchaser to assure the proper functioning of those components that control emissions. The maintenance instructions listed in the "Servicing" section of this Manual represent the minimum maintenance required. These services are not covered by the warranty. You will be required to pay - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
Service manuals, Road assistance 130 pg. 124 Oil/fluid specifications Oil quality Meeting API specification SG, SG/CD, SH or Energy Conserving (EC) II For best fuel economy and engine protection, consult with your authorized Volvo retailer for recommended oils. Oil with a different quality rating - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
Manual transmission fluid Quality: Volvo synthetic gearbox oil 1161423 Power steering fluid Quality: ATF Brake fluid Quality: DOT 4+ * Add 0.95 qts. (0.9 liters) if the oil cooler has been drained All specifications are subject to change without notice. Capacity: 2.2 US qts (2.1 liters) Capacity: - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
SC-813 132 SC-816 145 SC-900/901 161 General Information 184 pg. 132 Audio system SC-813 (certain models) The following pages describe the use of your SC-813 Cassette radio and CD remote control changer. 20. 21. Manual tuning 22. TP -fast forward/Rewind 23. CD -Music search UP/DOWN 24. RND button - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
the vehicle or if the battery power is disconnected, a special code must be entered to enable operation of the set. Refer to the radio code card supplied with your vehicle must be turned on Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain (please refer to page 24 for information - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
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18 Brake fluid...116,124 Brake fluid warning light...18 Brake system...70,71 Brake warning light...17 Break-in period...56 Bulb failure warning...17,19 Bulbs...128 Bulbs - replacing...85 C Capacities...127 Catalytic converter...69 Central locking button...36 Chains (snow)...77 Changing a wheel...82 - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
,93 Fuses - replacing...91 G Gas tank cover - opening...37,57 opening manually...97 Generator...17,128 Generator warning light...18 H Hand brake...30 Handling...65 Hazard warning flashers...23 Headlight adjustment...86 Headlight wiper blades - replacing...96 Headlights...20 Heated front seats...30 - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
rear/side view...48 O Occupant safety...12 Octane rating...57 Odometer...16 Oil (engine)...114,115,124 Oil pressure warning light...18 On-call...130 P Paint touch-up...100 Parking brake...17,30 Parking brake reminder light...18 Parking lights...20 Polishing...103 Power seats...46,47 Power steering - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
Specifications...123 SRS...5,6,7 SRS diagnostic system...19 SRS warning light...5,17,19 Stability and Tranction Control(STC).19,23,71 Start Inhibitor (Immobilizer)...42 Starting the engine...59 Steering wheel adjustment...32 Steering wheel lock...21 Storage compartments...40 Studded tires...77 Sun - 1999 Volvo C70 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
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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.
Volvo and the environment
Volvo is committed to the well being of our customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the
environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our
environmental impact.
Volvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall environmental
impact of a product throughout its complete life cycle. In this context, design, production, product use, and recycling