2010 Volvo C30 Owner's Manual - Page 191

07 Wheels and tires Tire Sealing System WARNING If heavy vibrations, unsteady steering behavior, or noises should occur while driving, reduce speed and park the vehicle in a safe place. Recheck the tire for bumps, cracks, or other visible damage, and recheck its inflation pressure. If the pressure is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not continue driving. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Replacing the sealing compound container The sealing compound container must be replaced if: Inflating tires The tire sealing system can be used to inflate the tires. To do so: 1. Park the car in a safe place. 2. The compressor should be switched off. Ensure that the on/off switch is in position 0 (the 0 side of the switch should be pressed down). 3. Take out the electrical wire and hose. 4. Remove the valve cap from the tire's inflation valve and screw the hose connector onto the valve as tightly as possible by hand. 5. Connect the electrical wire to the nearest 12-volt socket in the vehicle. 6. Start the vehicle's engine. • the tire sealing system has been used to repair a tire • the container's expiration date has passed (see the date on decal). NOTE Stage 2: Checking inflation pressure 1. Connect the tire sealing system as described in stage 1. 2. Refer to the inflation pressure tables for the correct inflation pressure. If the tire needs to be inflated, start the tire sealing system's compressor. If necessary, release air from the tire by turning the air release knob counterclockwise. • After use, the sealing compound bottle, the hose, and certain other system components must be replaced. Please consult your Volvo retailer for replacement parts. If the sealing compound bottle's expiration date has passed, please take it to a Volvo retailer or a recycling station that can properly dispose of harmful substances. • WARNING CAUTION The compressor should not be used for more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid overheating. • The vehicle's engine should be running when the tire sealing system is used to avoid battery drain. Therefore, be sure the vehicle is parked in a well ventilated place, or outdoors, before using the system. Children should never be left unattended in the vehicle when the engine is running. 07 WARNING If you interrupt your trip for more than 1 hour, check the inflation pressure in the damaged tire again before continuing. • `` 191