2003 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual
2003 Volvo S40 Manual
2003 Volvo S40 manual content summary:
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2003 VOLVO S40 & V40 This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo. Welcome to the worldwide 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 - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
Chapter 7 - Car care Chapter 8 - Volvo Service Chapter 9 - Specifications Chapter 10 - Audio systems Index Back Cover General information Important Before you operate your car for the first time please familiarize yourself with the engine oil consumption information and refueling recommendations - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 3
removed. Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) The ABS system in your car performs a self-diagnostic test when the vehicle first reaches the speed of approximately 4 mph (6 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several times and a sound may be audible from the ABS control module. This is normal. Fuel filler - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires Follow the recommended maintenance schedule in your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet. Drive at a constant speed See an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction indicator - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 5
2003 VOLVO S40 & V40 Chapter 1 - Occupant safety pg. 1 Occupant safety Occupant safety Not wearing a seat belt is like believing "It'll never happen to me!" Volvo using an infant, car or booster seat determined by age, weight and height. Volvo also believes no child should sit in the front seat of - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
lights above the rear view mirror will be illuminated for 4-8 seconds after the starting (ignition) key pulled out rapidly during braking and acceleration if the the seat belt should sit low Make sure that the shoulder check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
in such a way as to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. The lap portion of the belt should be located low, as shown in the above illustration. pg. if they appear to be undamaged. Never repair the belt on your own; have this work done by an authorized Volvo retailer only. Any device used to - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
of the left head restraint support and pushing down. Removing/replacing the head restraints When sensor (3) activates the gas generators causing the airbags to be inflated with nitrogen gas. As the movement of the seats' occupants compresses the airbags, some of the gas is expelled at a controlled - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
is switched on and should go out after 5 seconds or when the engine is started. Check that this light is functioning properly every time the car is started. The following items are monitored by the self-diagnostic system: Sensor unit SRS wiring Inflators WARNING! Never drive an SRS equipped car with - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
's side There is no maintenance to perform on the SRS yourself. The month and year shown on the decal on the door pillar indicate when you should contact your Volvo retailer for specific servicing or replacement of airbags and seatbelt tensioners. This service must be performed by an authorized - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 11
be no loose articles, e.g. coffee cups, on the floor, seat or dash area. Never try to open the SRS cover on the steering wheel or the passenger side SRS seam. This should only be done by an authorized Volvo service technician. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
do not attempt to start the vehicle or put the key in the ignition before disconnecting the battery (see below). This may cause airbag deployment which could result in personal injury. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer for repairs. Before attempting to tow the car, use the following - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
lights 21 Headlights, Parking lights, Instrument illumination, Fog lights 24 Turn signals, Home Safe lighting, Wipers/washers 25 Ignition switch/steering wheel lock, Flashers, Heated rear window/mirrors 26 Trip Computer 27 Dynamic Stability Assistance 30 Cruise control 31 Heated seats, Parking brake - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
, high/low beams, Home Safe Lighting, cruise control 25, 31 8 Instruments, indicator and warning lights 20-21 9 Horn 10 Windshield wash/wipe, headlight wash/wipe 25 11 Blower control 36 12 Air distribution control 36 13 Hazard warning flashers 26 14 Passenger compartment temperature sensor 36 15 - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
Hood latch 21 Steering wheel height adjustment 22 12-volt electrical outlet 23 AC on and off 24 Trip Computer 25 Coin holder 26 Recirculation 27 Cupholder 28 Defroster - door mirrors/rear window 29 Not in use 30 Dynamic Stability Assistance (DSA) 31 Controls 1 Coolant temperature gauge Do - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
the button to reset the trip odometer. 7 Tachometer Reads thousands of engine rpm. The needle should never be in the solid red range. 8 Clock, Trip Computer/Ambient temperature NOTE: See page 27- 29 for information on the trip computer. 9 Low fuel level warning light When this light comes on, there - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
on 20 Service Reminder Indicator 21 DSA (option) 22 High coolant temperature warning light 23 Low fuel warning light Starting check After a few seconds, all lights except 16 and 19 will go out. Once the engine starts, these lights will also go out. * Indicates failure of a brake light, not failure - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
) is not working. Drive to your Volvo retailer. See ABS control lamp and also page 73. Canadian models are equipped with this warning light: Bulb failure warning light The light will come on if one of the brake light bulbs are defective when the brake pedal is pressed. Check the fuse and bulb. See - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
pg. 24 Headlights, Parking lights, Instrument illumination, Fog lights A Headlights and parking lights 0 Switch position Ignition key in positions 0+I: All lights switched off. Ignition key in position II: Low beam headlights on (+ front and rear parking lights, license plate light and instrument - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
fog light: press D Front Fog lights Ignition key must always be in position II. Headlight or parking lights must be activated - Front fog lights (option): press Switching fog lights off To switch the fog lights off, press the appropriate fog light switch again. If headlights or parking lights are - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
make use of the exterior courtesy lighting function: Remove the key from the ignition switch. Pull the turn signal lever towards the steering wheel (as when using the headlight flasher function). The low beam headlights will now remain on for 30 seconds to light your way. Repeat the above measures - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
view mirrors/Vanity mirrors 50 Interior lights, Sunroof 51 Sunroof 52 Hood/Luggage cover 53 Storage compartments 54 Folding rear seat 55 Securing cargo 56 Cargo space/Trunk light, Spare tire, Jack 57 Side cargo net, Cargo net 58 Weight distribution, Handling, Roadholding, Roof racks 59 pg. 40 Keys - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
the glove compartment. Service Key (Valet key) This key (grey in color) activates only ignition switch/steering wheel lock and all doors, including the fuel filler door. Immobilizer (start inhibitor) Each of the keys supplied with your car is electronically coded. When the key is inserted into the - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
functioning, the car can be opened using the master or service key in the driver's door. Note: The remote control will not function if a key is left in the ignition switch. WARNING! Volvo does not recommend using the transmitter to lock the doors from inside the car. The alarm would be activated and - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
's door will be immediately unlocked again in order to prevent accidentally locking the car with the keys left inside the car. pg. 43 Alarm Alarm The radio signal emitted from the transmitter, which is used to set/unset the alarm, is a "rolling code" signal. This means that the signal is changed - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
remote control, the lock will automatically reengage (re-lock) and the alarm will be set after 2 minutes unless the door has been opened. CAUTION: Do not attempt to service or repair any components of the alarm system yourself. This should only be done by an authorized Volvo retailer. Battery Each - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
locking system and are locked or unlocked when the driver's door is locked/unlocked. Once unlocked, the trunk/tailgate may be opened by pushing in on the lock cylinder while raising the trunk lid/tailgate. A - Remove key vertically: Trunk/tailgate remains locked (disconnected from the central - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
, Proposition 65 Battery Warning 72 Brake system, ABS 73 Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) 74 Winter driving, Before a long distance trip 75 Detachable trailer hitch, installing/removing 76 Trailer towing 78 pg. 62 Fuel requirements Deposit control (detergent) gasoline Volvo recommends the - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected, and the Check Engine Lamp located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs, please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for service. Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
control system. * If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Check Engine Lamp may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps. pg. 64 Driving economy - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
drive more economically. Other factors which decrease gas mileage are: Dirty air cleaner Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter Dragging brakes Incorrect front end alignment Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals. NOTE : The automatic - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
. Oil flow may not reach some lubricating points fast enough to prevent engine damage. Do not race the engine just prior to switching off! pg. 66 Automatic transmission Gear selector positions P Park The transmission must be in Park position to start the engine, and to allow removal of the key - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
key must be in driving position (position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed. See page 99 for information on how to move the gear selector manually in case of a dead battery driving for driving with trailer to increase the engine braking 3 Low gear position Shifting up and down between the - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
performance may seem sluggish and fuel economy is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An upshift gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly. Kick-down can be fault in the automatic transmission. The Check Engine Lamp will also light up if a fault is detected. - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
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2003 VOLVO S40 & V40 Chapter 5 - Wheels and tires pg. 79 Wheels and tires Wheels and tires The handling and riding comfort of the vehicle is dependent on the inflation pressure and the type of tires fitted. Read the following pages carefully. General information, Wear indicator, Tire economy, Flat - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
alteration of the driving characteristics of the vehicle. To improve tire economy: Maintain correct tire pressure. See the tire pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler door. Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard braking and tire screeching. Tire wear increases with speed. Correct front - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
economy. The tire pressures shown on the second line will provide a softer ride, but may reduce fuel economy. Check the tire pressure when refueling. The tire pressure should be corrected only when the tires are cold. With warm tires, correct only when the pressure is too low. The tire temperature - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
Volvo tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified driving habits, service practices and performance. WARNING! The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not reflect cornering (turning) traction. TEMPERATURE The temperature - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
tire pressure (see the bottom line of the decal on the fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car the Special Spare tire is used. In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
etc. For additional information, see section "ON CALL Road Assistance" in chapter 9. Tool kit, Jack 86 Tire changing 87 Replacing bulbs 89 Replacing fuses 95 Replacing wiper blades 98 In case of emergency 99 Manually closing the sun roof 100 pg. 86 Tool kit, Jack Tool kit and jack The tool kit and - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
level, non-slippery surface. Never allow 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 side of the car being worked on. Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 43
over the bottom sill (see illustration). Check that the doors are closed and stay closed all the check that the jack is still correctly positioned in the attachment point. Raise the car until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground. Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 44
with steel rims, as they make it impossible to fit the hub caps. pg. 89 Replacing bulbs Removing high/low beam headlight bulbs Your car is fitted with separate high and low beam bulbs. Switch off the lights and remove the ignition key. Open the hood. Pull off the rubber cover from the rear of the - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
Installing high/low beam headlight bulbs Insert the new bulb in the headlight unit Reconnect the connector and wiring. Press the retaining spring over the connector/bulb until it clicks into position. Reinstall the rubber cover at the rear of the headlight unit. Put the hard plastic cover in place - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 46
Front direction indicators and parking lights Removing the bulb: Loosen the screw (A) between the headlight and direction indicator housings (max. 2 complete turns counterclockwise), using the screwdriver supplied in the tool kit. Press clip (D) and move the direction indicator housing forward. - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 47
. Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder and replace the holder. Check that the bulb works and refit the panel. Replacement of rear light bulbs - V40 All the bulbs in the rear light unit are replaced from inside the cargo area. Procedure: Switch off the lights and remove the ignition key. Open the - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 48
entire unit in the reverse order. Insert screwdriver, turn and pull downward Front courtesy lights Switch off the ignition. Insert a flat screwdriver and turn carefully to loosen the glass lens. Replace the bulb and press the glass lens back into place. Insert a screwdriver and turn Rear reading - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 49
Replace the bulb and press the lens unit back into place. Contents | Top of Page - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
any extensive damage. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touchup paint. NOTE: When ordering touchup paint from your Volvo retailer, use the paint code indicated on the model plate. The plate is located in the rear wall of the engine compartment (firewall). Minor stone chips and scratches - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
Dry the car with a clean chamois and remember to clean the drain holes in the doors and rocker panels. The power radio antenna (sedans) must be dried after washing. Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car has been washed. A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
any moisture from the brake linings. Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This may constitute a fire risk. NOTE: When washing the car, remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills. Painted Bumpers: Wash the painted bumpers with the same cleaning - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 53
in the fixation points on the floor. Bear in mind Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the coloring can spread. Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding. Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center. pg. 106 Contents - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
111 Fuel/emissions systems 112 Lubrication 113 Engine oil 114 Power steering fluid, Brake fluid reservoir 116 Coolant, drive belt 117 Washer fluid reservoir 118 Battery maintenance, Proposition 65 Battery Warning 119 pg. 108 Label information 1 Vehicle Emission Control Information Your Volvo is - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
maintenance services contain several checks which require special instruments and tools and therefore must be performed by a qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Parts and Accessories. The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S. The Clean Air - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
upon a leak-free system. Inspect fuel lines every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Check for proper sealing of the fuel filler cap which contains "O" ring seals. NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Check Engine light (Malfunction - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 57
2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Fusebox 4 Engine air cleaner 5 Battery 7 Radiator 8 Oil filter 10 Engine oil dipstick 11 Generator 12 Windshield/headlight washer fluid reservoir 13 Power steering pump 14 Power steering fluid reservoir 15 Engine oil filler cap 16 Coolant expansion tank 17 Windshield wiper - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
. Heated oxygen sensor This is an emission control system designed to reduce emissions and improve fuel economy. The heated oxygen sensor monitors the composition of the exhaust gases leaving the engine. The exhaust gas analysis is fed into an electronic module. This adjusts the air-fuel ratio to - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
period, a small number of service stations may still have fuel nozzles that are not compatible with the fuel filler neck on cars equipped with the evaporative emission control system mandated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the California Air Resources Board. If you experience - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 60
specifications of your car. Oil/fluids specifications 122 Engine specifications 123 Cooling/fuel/distributor ignition systems 124 Front/rear suspensions 124 Transmission, Capacities, Vehicle loading 125 Electrical system/bulbs 126 Dimensions/weights 127 Volvo On Call roadside assistance 128 - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
intake and outlet channels. Engine lubrication is provided by an eccentric pump driven from the crankshaft. Full-flow type oil filter. Exhaust emission control is accomplished by multiport fuel injection, a heated oxygen sensor and a three-way catalytic converter. Designation: Volvo B 4204 T4 Output - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 62
any part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in unintended movements and body injury. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Front suspension Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 63
old batteries are disposed of correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter. Generator Rated output: 120 A Bulbs Bulb Headlights High beam Low beam Parking lights and Turn signals, front Turn signals, rear Side direction indicators Tail lights Brake lights Backup lights Rear fog light - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
plate light (S40) License plate light (V40) Door step courtesy lights Trunk light Vanity mirror lights Front courtesy lights Rear reading lights - 5W 5W 10W 5W 1.2 W 5W 5W W 2.1x9.5 d SV8.5 SV8.5 SV 8.5 SV5.5 SV5.5 W 2.1x9.5 d 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 All specifications are subject to change without - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
load * 220 lbs (100 kg) Max trailer weight (w/o brakes) 1000 lbs (455 kg) (with brakes) 2000 lbs (908 kg) Max tongue weight ** 110 lbs (50 kg) * For non-Volvo roof racks, check the manufacturer's weight specifications. The maximum permitted roof load weight may not be exceeded ** Please refer to - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
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or if the battery power is disconnected, a special code must be entered to enable operation of the set. Your Volvo retailer will supply you with this code. NOTE: Volvo recommends that you store the radio code in a safe place. A red LED will flash when the key had been removed from the ignition - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
hours. "OFF" is displayed. During this waiting period: the battery must be connected the ignition key must be turned to position I the unit must be turned on Make sure the headlights are turned off to help prevent battery drain. Enter the code again once 2 hours have elapsed. pg. 131 Audio system - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
track CD position - Selecting next/previous track 6. Radio - Manual station selection Cassette position - Fast winding forward/reverse CD-position - Fast winding forwards/ backwards 7. CD eject 8. CD slot 9. Random for CD 10. ASC - Active sound control 11. SCAN 12. Traffic information 13. Dolby - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
Switch on/off Press button to switch on or turn off the radio. Volume control Turn knob clockwise to increase volume. Volume control is electronic and does not have an end stop. Bass, Treble and Balance left-right, Fade Press the "SOURCE" button to bring up bass, treble - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
function is especially useful in areas where you are not familiar with the radio stations. 1. Press the "AUTO" button. A number of stations with "NO STATION" is displayed. 2. Turn "1-20/DISC" button if you wish to change to another of the preset stations. A new station is set with every turn. 3. - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
(ASC) The ASC (Active Sound Control) automatically adapts volume to vehicle speed. Press the ASC button for several seconds to switch this function ON or OFF. "ASC ON" or "ASC OFF" - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
If you press this button the CD stops playing and the disc is ejected. NOTE: For traffic safety reasons you have twelve seconds to handle the ejected CD disc. Then the CD disc reinserts again. A - Fast winding Press " " or " " to seek within a track. B - Skipping or Selecting a track " to skip - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
function. The unit plays the first 10 seconds of each track. "SCAN" is displayed as long as the function is activated. pg. 139 CD Changer (option) CD changer - on Turn "SOURCE" to activate CD changer position. The CD changer continues playing the disc and track that was playing last. If the - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
All AUM settings are reset to default position and the radio reverts to normal status (music, news, etc.). To save any changes and revert to normal Control) ON/OFF - The ASC function automatically matches the sound volume to the speed of the car. - ASC TABLE - Choose level of the ASC function (LOW/ - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
279 kHz HU-615 Output: 4 x 25 W Impedance: 4 Ohm. Voltage required: 12 V, negative ground Radio Frequency: U (FM) 87.5 - 108 Mhz M (AM) 522 - 1611 kHz L (AM) 153 - 279 kHz Changing radio tuning modes The radio tuning mode can be changed from "US" to "AUS" (for areas where it is possible to listen to - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
2003 VOLVO S40 & V40 INDEX pg. 143 - 145 Index A ABS Adjustable steering wheel Advanced user Mode (AUM) - radio Air conditioning Air distribution Air filter - engine Air vents Airbag (SIPS) Airbag (SRS) Alarm Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) Anti-theft code Antifreeze Ashtrays Audio system HU-415 Audio - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
Climate Control Electrical outlet Electrical system Electrically operated driver's seat Electrically operated front seats Emergency towing Emergency warning flashers Emissions systems Engine Engine air filter Engine compartment Engine oil Engine oil - checking/changing F Fog light - rear Fog lights - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
filter Fuel system Fuel tank cover - opening Fuse box, Passenger compartment Fuses Fuses in engine compartment G Gas tank cover - opening Generator H Hand brake Handling Hazard warning flashers Headlight bulbs, replacing Heated front seats Heating Heating and air conditioning Home Safe lighting Hood - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
) Lumbar support M Maintenance service Malfunction indicator lamp Manual transmission fluid Manually closing the sun roof Mirrors - rear/side view O Occupant safety Octane rating Oil - engine Oil pressure warning light Opening the trunk from the inside S40 P Paint touchup Parking brake Parking brake - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
(SIPS) Side marker lamp replacement Side-view mirrors - heated SIPS Snow chains Snow tires Spare tire Spare tire (sedan) Spark plugs Specifications SRS SRS diagnostic system SRS warning light Start inhibitor (immobilizer) Starting the engine Steering wheel adjustment Steering wheel lock Storage - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
105 V Vanity mirrors 51 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 108 Vehicle loading 125 Volvo On Call 128 Volvo SRS 4 W W - Winter/Wet Weather 67 Warning flashers 26 Warning lights 22,23 Warranty 109 Washer fluid reservoir 118 Washing 103 Waste bin - rear 34 Waxing 104 Weights 127 Wheel changing 86, 87 - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
2003 VOLVO S40 & V40 Back Cover Back Cover Accessory Installation - Important Warning We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and that accessory installations be performed only by the factory-trained technicians at your authorized Volvo retailer. - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
. (1.9 liters). See page 114. 5 Oil filler cap 6 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See page 116. * Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled. Tire pressure, see label located on inside of fuel filler door. - 2003 Volvo S40 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
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S40 & V40
This manual deals with the operation and care of your Volvo.
Welcome to the worldwide 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.
For further information please contact your retailer, or:
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800-458-1552
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