2008 Volvo C70 Owner's Manual - Page 116

The alarm indicator light The status of the alarm system is indicated by the indicator light on at the top of the dashboard (see illustration): Indicator light off - the alarm is not armed The indicator light flashes every two seconds - the alarm is armed The indicator light flashes rapidly before the ignition is switched on - the alarm has been triggered. The message "ALARM TRIGGERED, CHECK CAR" will also be displayed. 127 05 Locks and alarm Alarm Fault in the alarm system If a fault has been detected in the alarm system, a message will be shown in the information display. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician to have the alarm system inspected and repaired if necessary. Arming the alarm Press the LOCK button on the remote control, or press the central lock button on one of the front doors with the door open. One long flash of the turn signals will confirm that the alarm is armed. Disarming the alarm Press the UNLOCK button on the remote control or insert the key in the ignition to disarm the alarm. Two short flashes from the car's direction indicators confirm that the alarm has been deactivated and that all doors are unlocked. Turning off (stopping) the alarm If the alarm is sounding, it can be stopped by pressing the UNLOCK button on the remote control or by inserting the key in the ignition switch. The driver's door must first be unlocked with the key blade. Audible/visual alarm signal An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren. The alarm cycle lasts for 30 seconds. NOTE