2012 Volvo C30 Owner's Manual
2012 Volvo C30 Manual
2012 Volvo C30 manual content summary:
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VOLVO C30 Owner's manual Web Edition - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 2
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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. We encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions and operating instructions in this manual. We also urge you - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 4
safety...Seat belts...Supplemental Restraint System...Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)...Side impact protection airbags...Inflatable instrument panel...Information display...12-volt sockets...Lighting panel...Left-side steering wheel lever... 4 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 5
(ECC)*...98 Air distribution...102 03 04 05 04 Interior 05 Locks and alarm Front seats...Interior lighting...Storage compartments...Rear seat...Cargo area...106 114 115 118 121 Remote key and key blade...Keyless drive*...Locking and unlocking...Alarm... 126 131 135 137 * Option/accessory, for more - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 6
System* ...Temporary spare...Spare tire and jack ...Wheel nuts...Changing a wheel...Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 178 181 183 184 186 187 188 189 190 196 197 199 200 202 Washing and cleaning the car...208 Paint touch up...212 6 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 7
Maintenance and servicing Volvo maintenance...Maintaining your car...Hood...Engine compartment...Engine oil...Fluids... Bluetooth® hands-free connection...264 Label information...272 Dimensions and weights...274 Fuel, oils, and fluids...277 Engine oil...279 Engine specifications...280 Electrical - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 8
Contents 12 Index Index...288 12 8 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 9
Contents 9 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 10
914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 1-800-458-1552 www.volvocars.us In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 www.volvocars.ca About this manual Decals There are various types of decals in the vehicle whose purpose - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 11
cases where the order in which the instructions are carried out is not important. Arrows with symbols and white text/image on a black or blue warning background and space for a message. If the general information. NOTE The decals shown in the Owner's Manual are examples only and are not intended to - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 12
For example: NOTE WARNING CALIFORNIA proposition 65 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 13
legal operation in the U.S., Canada and other countries. Keylock (automatic transmission) When you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the P (Park) position before the remote key can be removed from the ignition switch. Volvo Car Corporation service and repair facilities law - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 14
and for that reason, the vehicle's final owner is requested to contact a Volvo retailer for information about approved and certified recycling facilities. • Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires. • Follow the recommended - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 15
of non-genuine accessories. Accessory installation • We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and that accessory installations be performed only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. • Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 16
Occupant safety...Seat belts...Supplemental Restraint System...Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS)...Side impact protection airbags...Inflatable Curtain (IC)...Whiplash Protection System...Crash mode...Child safety...Child restraint systems...Infant seats...Convertible seats...Booster cushions... - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 17
SAFETY - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 18
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of North America, LLC. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investiga- Volvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle is covered under a service campaign, safety or emission recall or similar action, it - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 19
vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. Transport Canada can be contacted at: 1-800-333-0510 Teletypewriter (TTY): 613 990-4500 Fax: 1-819-994-3372 Mailing Address - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 20
the driver's belt) is equipped with the ALR/ELR function, which is designed to locked in place. This function is automatically disabled when the seat belt is it near the lower seat belt guide, not over the shoulder. See also car, or booster seat determined by age, weight and height. Volvo also - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 21
the rear seat with the seat belt properly fastened. Seat belt guides (on both front seats) • • These guides are designed to help provide easier access to the seat belts. A belt can be taken out of the guide and slid to the rearmost part of the lower seat belt anchorage rod to make it easier for - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 22
or not the seat belts are fastened. If the front seat belts are unbuckled while the vehicle is in motion, the audible signal and warning light will be active for a total of 6 seconds. Seat belt maintenance Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 23
. Never try to repair any component or part of the SRS yourself. Any interference in the system could cause malfunction and serious injury. All work on these systems should be performed by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. SRS warning light • As an enhancement to the three-point - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 24
driver's side front airbag is folded and located in the steering wheel hub. • The passenger's side front airbag is folded behind a panel located above the glove compartment. WARNING • The airbags in the vehicle are designed When installing any accessory equipment, make of the gas is expelled at - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 25
Canada Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 1-800-663-8255 www.volvocars.ca 01 • The front airbags are designed to system, please contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician or Volvo customer support: In the USA `` 25 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 26
eye irritation in the event of prolonged exposure. Passenger's side airbag decal Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors • • 1 See also the Occupant Weight Sensor information on page 28. 26 G032934 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 27
objects or accessory equipment, e.g. dashboard covers, may be placed on, attached to, or installed near the air bag hatch cover on the steering wheel or the passenger's side dashboard. This should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Failure to follow these instructions - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 28
the manufacturer's instructions, Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator light • The OWS indicator light will stay on • The SRS warning light (see page 23) will come on and stay on The message PASS. AIRBAG OFF SERVICE URGENT will be displayed in the information display. Volvo recommends that ALL - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 29
case, the SRS system and Occupant Weight Sensor should be inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible. 01 airbag, move the child restraint to the rear seat. The OWS is designed to enable (may inflate) the passenger's side front airbag in the event of - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 30
(s) and/or airbag systems, please contact Volvo at: In the USA Volvo Cars of North America, LLC Customer Care Center 1 Volvo Drive P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647 1-800-458-1552 In Canada Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. National Customer Service 175 Gordon Baker Road North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 31
. G025315 G020118 Driver's side SIPS airbag Location of the side impact (SIPS) airbag As an enhancement to the structural side impact protection built into your car, the car is also equipped with Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags. The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 32
and the three-point seat belt system. It is not designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in rollover situations. The use of seat covers on the front seats may impede SIPS airbag deployment. No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to or - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 33
edge of the rear side door windows. It is designed to help protect the heads designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in rollover situations. Never try to open or repair any components of the IC system. This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 34
should sit in the front seats. Children must never be allowed in the front passenger's seat, see page 39 for guidelines. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants in an accident. 34 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 35
the front seat backrests are designed to change position slightly to allow the backrest/head restraint to help support the occupant's head before If your car has been involved in a rearend collision, the front seat backrests must be inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician, even - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 36
impede the function of the WHIPS system. • Do not attempt to service any component in the WHIPS system yourself. • Any contact between the the folded rear seat. If the rear seat backrests are folded down, cargo must be secured to prevent it from sliding forward against the front seat backrests - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 37
the vehicle to normal operating mode should only be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. After CRASH MODE SEE MANUAL has been displayed, if you detect the odor of fuel vapor, or see any signs of fuel leakage, do not attempt to start the vehicle. Leave the vehicle immediately - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 38
. A specially designed and tested booster cushion and backrest can be obtained from your Volvo retailer. USA: Canada, CMVSS 213. • Make sure the child restraint system is approved for the child's height, weight and development - the label required by the standard or regulation, or instructions - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 39
place. This function is automatically disabled when the seat belt is unlocked and the belt is fully retracted. Volvo's recommendations Why does Volvo believe that no child should sit in the front seat of a car? It's quite simple really. A front airbag is a very powerful device designed, by law, to - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 40
vehicle with a front passenger airbag - not even if the Passenger airbag off symbol near the rearview mirror is illuminated (on vehicles equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor). If the severity of an accident were to cause the airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious injury or death to a child - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 41
to help prevent it from injuring passengers in the event of a sudden stop or collision. A small child's head represents a considerable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recommends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 42
infant seat should not be positioned behind the driver's seat unless there is adequate space for safe is illuminated (on vehicles equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor). If the severity of an accident were infant seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. G026322 3. Fasten the seat belt - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 43
seat belt path. 5. Press the infant seat firmly in place, let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat belt retractor's automatic locking function will be audible at this time 6. Push and pull the infant seat along the seat belt path to ensure that it is held - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 44
the child's age and size. See the convertible seat manufacturer's recommendations. WARNING A small child's head represents a considerable part of its total weight and its neck is still very weak. Volvo recommends that children up to age 4 travel, properly restrained, facing rearward. In addition - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 45
belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat belt retractor's automatic locking function will be audible at this time and is normal. The seat Attach the seat belt to the convertible seat according to the manufacturer's instructions. 3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 46
the seat belt to or around the cushion according to the manufacturer's instructions. 3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch plate into the symbol near the rearview mirror is illuminated (on vehicles equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor). If the severity of an accident were to cause the airbag - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 47
Firmly tension the lower child seat straps according to the manufacturer's instructions. G009182 01 WARNING The ISOFIX/LATCH lower child restraint anchors are WARNING Volvo's ISOFIX/LATCH anchors conform to FMVSS/CMVSS standards. Always refer to the child restraint system's manual for weight and - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 48
the head restraint. Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by head restraint Top tether anchorage points Volvo vehicles are equipped with child restraint according to the child restraint manufacturer's instructions. Tension the top tether strap only - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 49
01 Safety 01 49 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 50
warning symbols...Symbols - instrument panel...Information display...12-volt sockets...Lighting panel...Left-side steering wheel lever...Trip computer...Cruise control*...Right- 76 77 78 81 83 HomeLink® Wireless Control System*...86 50 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 51
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 52
02 Instruments and controls Instrument overview 02 52 G019492 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 53
, passenger's side Courtesy lighting switch Driver's side reading light Passenger's side reading light Position for optional equipment Position for optional equipment 02 Control panel in driver's door Seat belt reminder and Occupant Weight Sensor indicator * Option/accessory, for more information - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 54
the vehicle down. The engine management system will automatically prevent exces- sively high engines speeds. This will be noticeable as a pronounced unevenness in engine speed. Indicator and information symbols Fuel gauge, see page 277 for fuel tank volume. When a warning light in the gauge comes - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 55
briefly to switch between the odometer for the car's total mileage and the two trip odometers, T1 and T2 engine cooling system. If the temperature is abnormally high and the needle enters the red zone, a message is shown in the display. Bear in mind that auxiliary lamps in front of the air intake - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 56
instructions provided, or contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Erase the message by pressing READ, see page 61. Information symbol The yellow information symbol lights up to alert the driver light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols. 1 On certain engines, - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 57
controls Indicator and warning symbols This symbol may also light up in combination with other indicator or warning symbols. 02 NOTE The car can still be driven after the information symbol has come on. The car can be driven for 1-2 weeks after service-related information has been displayed. 57 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 58
ENGINE light may have many causes. Sometimes, you may not notice a change in your car's behavior. Even so, an uncorrected condition could hurt fuel economy, emission controls, and drivability. Extended driving without correcting the cause could even damage other components in your car. 3. Rear fog - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 59
comes on while driving, the car, stop the engine immediately, and check the engine oil level. If the oil level is normal and the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest trained and qualified Volvo service technician. After hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 60
qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected. At low speeds If the car is moving at a speed of less than approximately 3 mph (5 km/h), the Information symbol in the instrument panel will light up and a message will be shown in the information display indicating which door - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 61
place and switch off the engine to help prevent the risk of serious damage. Take your car to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for inspection immediately. Refer to your owner's manual. For additional information, please contact your Volvo retailer. G019617 BOOK TIME FOR MAINTENANCE - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 62
was reset at the most recent regularly scheduled service. Stop as soon as possible and switch off the engine, check the oil level and top up if necessary, see page 221. TIME FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE REMINDER CHECK OIL LEVEL A This is part of the message. Additional information will also be - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 63
Volvo retailer. NOTE The 12-volt socket in the rear seat cannot function as a cigarette lighter. 02 NOTE The cover Volvo-installed optional or auxiliary equipment. G026349 12-volt socket (rear seat) 12-volt socket, auxiliary equipment The 12-volt socket can be used to plug in certain accessories - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 64
fog lights To unlock the fuel filler door Rear fog light A G026415 On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position. Headlights 1. Turn the ignition key to position II. 2. The daytime running lights (low beam headlights) illuminate automatically - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 65
fuel by reducing the use of electrical current in the vehicle, DRL can be used in daylight conditions instead of the low beam headlights, which consume more electrical current. The daytime running lights are mounted in the front spoiler and use bright, electricity-saving LEDs (light emitting - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 66
off, press button (4) to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the car begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door re-locks. Fog lights Front fog lights* The front fog lights can be used in combination with - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 67
When changing lanes The driver can automatically flash the turn signals 3 times by: G026954 High beam flash See page 64 for an illustration of the lighting panel. bulb. Home safe lighting When you leave your car at night, you can make use of the home safe lighting function to illuminate the area - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 68
towards the steering wheel (to position 4) and release it. 3. Exit the car and lock the doors. The headlights and parking lights will illuminate and remain on for 301, 60 or 90 seconds. The time interval can be changed according to your preferences by using the Personal Settings function, see page - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 69
computer stores information gathered from several systems in your car and has four menus (five on Canadian models) that can be shown in the car is not moving, "----" will be displayed. • --- MILES TO EMPTY TANK • --.- MPG AVERAGE (average fuel consumption) Resetting --.- MPG AVERAGE (average fuel - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 70
memory until the RESET (button 3) is pressed again. 02 MPH ACTUAL SPEED (Canadian models only) This function provides the driver with an instantaneous conversion of the car's current speed from km/h to mph. NOTE Trip computer readings may vary slightly depending on the circumference of the tires - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 71
for less than 1 minute (e.g. when passing another car), does not affect cruise control operation. The car will automatically return to the previously set speed when the accelerator . • If the gear selector is moved to position N. `` * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 71 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 72
function display). • Putting the gear selector in Neutral (N). WARNING Cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Cruise control may not maintain the set speed on steep downgrades. 72 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 73
controls Right-side steering wheel lever Windshield wipers Manual wiper function From position 0, move the lever off when the lever is in position 0. Parking lights on The optional Active Bending Lights will be washed once for every five times the windshield is washed. Normal halogen headlights - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 74
lever is briefly moved up to activate the "manual sweep" function. - Liftgate wiper/washer Press deactivated when washing the car in an automatic car wash, etc. If the rain sensor • Five minutes after the ignition is switched off if the key is left in the ignition. 74 * Option/accessory, - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 75
cut-off function, which means that it will not operate if its electric motor overheats. The wiper will function again after a cool-down period wiper will be activated. • If the transmission is in reverse and the manual windshield wiper function is used (the lever is pushed upward), the liftgate - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 76
on where you live. The hazard warning flashers will be activated automatically if an airbag deploys. Hazard warning flashers Both the height and of the steering wheel can be adjusted to a comfortable position for the driver. 1. Pull down the lever on the steering column to release the steering - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 77
before they are operated. Control panel in driver's door Power window controls The power windows are controlled by buttons in the arm rests. 1. Press the front part of any of the buttons (A) as far down as possible and release to automatically open the window completely. 2. To stop the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 78
compass is initially set for the zone to which the car was delivered, and should always be adjusted if the car is driven to a new magnetic zone. A "C" will to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare. 78 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. G031045 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 79
. 2. Release them after approximately one second. The mirrors automatically fold in to the fully retracted position. `` Driver's door mirror: ± Press the L button (a light in the switch will go on) to activate the adjustment control. * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 79 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 80
mirrors will not fold out automatically when the vehicle is unlocked if they were folded in using the buttons on the driver's door control panel. This function can be activated/deactivated in Personal settings (see page 83). In the menu system, go to Car settings...Mirror fold on locking. Return - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 81
(to position 4) and release it to automatically close the moonroof. 02 Manual open/close G029222 G007503 Open: Pull the engine running). The moonroof can be opened in two ways: Tilt position Sliding moonroof Auto open Manual open Manual /accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 81 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 82
visor. The visor slides open automatically when the moonroof is opened, and must be closed manually. G020157 The moonroof is equipped with part though the open moonroof, even if the vehicle's ignition is completely switched off. Never leave a child alone in a vehicle. • 82 * Option/accessory - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 83
the display (A). 2. Select hour(s) or minute(s) to be changed with the left/right arrow keys. 3. Press ENTER to selection by pressing ENTER. Lock confirmation light When the car is locked/unlocked with the remote When the car starts to move, the doors and liftgate can be locked automatically. The - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 84
This alternative unlocks the driver's door with one press on the remote key. A second press unlocks the passenger's door and the liftgate. • Number of Keys - the number of keys registered for the car is displayed here. Climate functions Automatically folding the door mirrors The setting makes it - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 85
02 Instruments and controls Personal settings • Both front doors - both front doors are unlocked together. • One front door - either of the front doors can be unlocked separately2. 02 Reset to factory settings Use this alternative to return to the default climate system settings. 2 Factory - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 86
indicator light changes from a slow to a rapidly blinking light. sale of the vehicle, the programmed HomeLink buttons be erased for security purposes. Refer to "Erasing HomeLink Buttons". 1 HomeLink and the HomeLink house are registered trademarks of Johnson Controls, Inc. 86 * Option/accessory - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 87
to this Canadian law, some U.S. gate operators are designed to "time-out" in the same manner. If you live in Canada or you are having difficulties programming a gate operator or garage door opener by using the "Programming" pro- • If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 88
2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, proceed with "Programming" - step 1. 2 The term "IC:" before the certification/registration number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specifications were met. 88 * Option/accessory, for - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 89
02 Instruments and controls 02 89 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 90
General information...92 Air vents...94 Manual climate control...95 Electronic Climate Control (ECC)*...98 Air distribution...102 90 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 91
CLIMATE - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 92
will also help prevent fogging or misting Passenger compartment filter Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at the recommended intervals. Please refer to your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet, or consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for these intervals - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 93
of the dashboard Acceleration The air conditioning system is temporarily switched off during full throttle acceleration. • The passenger compartment temperature sensor is located behind the climate system control panel. • The ambient temperature sensor is in the driver's side door mirror. • The - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 94
03 Climate Air vents Air vents in the dashboard 03 Open Closed Horizontal air flow Vertical air flow Direct the outer air vents toward the side windows to defrost. 94 G019942 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 95
Heated driver's seat Heated front passenger's seat Rear window and door mirror defrosters Temperature selector Manual climate exhaust fumes, smoke, etc from the passenger compartment. The air in the passenger compartment is then recirculated, i.e. no air from outside the car is taken into the car - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 96
speed. • The LED in the defroster button lights up when this function is activated. The air conditioning system is controlled to provide maximum air dehumidification. • The function can be switched off manually by pressing the button, • The defrost function switches off automatically after 12-20 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 97
03 Climate Manual climate control 9. Temperature selector The knob with the thermometer symbol is used to select cooling or heating for both the driver's and passenger's sides of the car. 03 97 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 98
driver's seat Heated front passenger's seat Rear window and door mirror defrosters Temperature selector NOTE ECC functions 1. Auto - On/Off The AUTO function automatically regulates climate control to maintain the desired temperature. The automatic function controls heating, air conditioning - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 99
and is filtered. While this light is on, the ECC system automatically controls the flow of air into the passenger compartment and the air intake is opened or closed depending on the outside temperature, the need to heat or cool `` * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 100
the condensation. Reduced heating: Press the button a second time - one LED lights up. 6. Air conditioning On/Off ON: The air conditioning system is engaged when the ON light is lit and is controlled automatically by the system to maintain the selected temperature. 4. Defroster Directs airflow - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 101
the car at the same time. 03 ± Press to defrost the rear window and door mirrors. The rear window and door mirrors are defrosted simultaneously if the switch is pressed once. The defrost function is active if the LED in the switch is illuminated. • The function can be switched off manually by - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 102
also a certain amount of airflow to the panel air vents. Air to windshield and front side windows. There is also a certain amount of airflow to the dashboard air vents. Air to the windows and from the dashboard air vents. Prevents fogging in cold or humid weather (blower speed should be moderate to - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 103
03 Climate 03 103 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 104
Front seats...Interior lighting...Storage compartments...Rear seat...Cargo area... 106 114 115 118 121 104 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 105
INTERIOR - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 106
04 Interior Front seats Manual seat adjustment Turn this knob to adjust the backrest tilt. to adjust the firmness of the lumbar support1. • • Do not adjust the seat while driving. Adjust the driver's seat and seat belt (see page 20) before driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 107
04 Interior Front seats Manual seat Moving the seat forward: 04 Pull up the handle. Remove the seat belt from its guide (see page 21). Hold the handle up and move it forward slightly until the backrest begins to move. Press the handle down. Fold the backrest - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 108
04 Interior Front seats Moving the seat rearward: Power seat Moving the seat return to the position it was in before it was moved. 6. Return the seat belt to its guide. Remove the seat belt from its guide (see page 21). Seat position If the seat does not return to its original position: 1. Sit - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 109
04 Interior Front seats Moving the seat rearward: 04 Pull up the handle. down the button while the seat moves forward. If the seat is in a high position, it will be lowered automatically so that the head restraint does not come in contact with the sun visor. 1. With the backrest folded forward in - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 110
Interior Front seats Power seats* The power driver the doors have been unlocked if the door remains open. • If the door is engine is running. Press the handle down. Fold up the backrest to the upright position. > The seat will return to its original position. 6. Return the seat belt to its guide - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 111
to the desired position. 2. When you leave the car, lock it using the remote key. 3. The next time the driver's door is unlocked with the same remote key and that door is opened within 2 minutes, the driver's seat and side door mirrors will automatically move to the position that they were in when - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 112
04 Interior Front seats Adjusting the front seat head restraints The head restraints the base of the head restraint's right support with a screw driver, etc., and lift the head restraint until it can be removed completely. The front seat head restraints are designed so that they can be adjusted to - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 113
04 Interior Front seats WARNING • If a front seat head restraint has been removed, it must be put properly back in place and it must lock (click) into - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 114
: ± Press the left side of the button: the interior courtesy lighting turns on. switched off (the right side of button 2 depressed). The automatic lighting goes out when: Raise the cover to switch on the light. • the engine is started • the car is locked from the outside using the key blade or - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 115
04 Interior Storage compartments 04 `` 115 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 116
04 Interior Storage compartments Compartment on rear side of front seat backrests Compartment in door panel Storage pocket (on the from moving during sudden stops. The owners manual and maps can be stored here. There are also holders for coins, pens and fuel cards. The glove compartment can only - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 117
04 Interior Storage compartments CD storage Cup holders in the center console the center console storage space. 2. Press down the rear edge of the cup holder. To close the sliding cover, grasp the underside of the front edge and pull. If the buttons for optional equipment are not installed, - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 118
04 Interior Rear seat Rear seat head restraints Both of the rear seating positions are To remove: Pull the head restraint up far as possible. Press the catch at the base of the right support and pull the head restraint out of the its holders. G009109 Folding down the rear seat backrests 04 ± - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 119
04 Interior Rear seat To fold down one or both sections: 1. Pull the catch on front seats. This places a severe strain on the folded down backrest of the rear seat. Be sure to secure cargo. Cargo must not be stacked higher than the top of seat backs. This will reduce the possibility of luggage, etc. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 120
04 Interior Rear seat WARNING • The center of the rear seat is not a seating position. This space is not equipped with a seat belt or ISOFIX anchors. No - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 121
04 Interior Cargo area Load anchoring eyelets Hard cargo area cover* 04 G007602 G009475 G007611 The eyelets in the cargo area can be used to fasten accessory load nets and lashing straps, load nets, and other load anchors. Installing the cargo area cover 1. Before lifting cover into the vehicle, - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 122
them from their attachments. 2. When all attachments have been removed, the cover can be rolled up and placed on the rear part of the cargo area floor to make room for cargo. Installing the cover 1. Attach the front lower hooks on the cover to the lower eyelets (A) on opposite sides of the vehicle - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 123
on the cargo area cover. 2. Fold up the floor hatch and fasten it to the hook on the underside of the cargo area cover. The cargo area net can be placed behind the front seat backrests.This net is only intended to be used when the rear seat backrests are folded down. * Option/accessory, for more - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 124
Remote key and key blade...Keyless drive*...Locking and unlocking...Alarm... 126 131 135 137 124 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 125
LOCKS AND ALARM - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 126
car. The remote keys contain detachable metal key blades for manually locking or unlocking the driver's door Volvo retailer for reprogramming as an antitheft measure. USA - FCC ID: LTQVO315TX This device complies with part located. The car cannot be started if the transponder is damaged. Canada - IC - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 127
the button on the remote key to illuminate the area around the car in dark conditions. Pressing the button once lights up the interior lighting, parking lights, and license plate lighting. These lights will switch off automatically after 30, 60 or 90 seconds. See the Personal settings pa ge 83 for - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 128
automatically ) lights up Volvo service cover with a small slotted screwdriver. 2. Remove the cover. NOTE This button will NOT unlock the car. 05 Weak battery in the remote key CAUTION When replacing the battery, avoid touching the electrical cover back into place. • To lock/unlock the driver's door - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 129
access to the glove compartment for e.g. valet parking or when the car is brought to the retailer for service. 05 Unlocking the doors with the detached key blade 1. Insert the key blade as far as possible in the driver's door lock. 2. Turn the key blade clockwise approximately one-quarter turn to - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 130
05 Locks and alarm Remote key and key blade 05 Locking/unlocking points for the remote key with the key blade Locking/unlocking points for the remote key without the key blade 130 G019405 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 131
button is pressed, the door(s) or liftgate will not be locked. On keyless drive vehicles with an automatic transmission, the gear selector must be in the Park (P) position and the ignition must be switched off before the doors/liftgate can be locked. • `` * Option/accessory, for more information - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 132
the start control is in position I or II. • When you leave the car with a keyless drive remote key in your possession and lock any door, the position of the driver's seat will be stored in the seat's memory. The driver's door on vehicles equipped with keyless drive can be locked or unlocked with - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 133
part it possible to start the engine. Electromagnetic fields or metal obstructions 210 of Industry Canada. Operation is CAUTION Changes or Tested To Comply With FCC Standards For Automobile Use On the inside center of the rear bumper Under the floor of the cargo area, near the rear seat Left door - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 134
) to any of the keyless drive system's antennas. This is to help prevent interference between the pacemaker and the keylesss drive system. 05 134 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 135
the alarm will not be armed. Each door can also be locked manually using the lock button on that particular door. This applies only if the car has not been locked from the outside. The doors can also be unlocked (and the door opened) by pulling the handle in the door twice. 05 • • • NOTE Please be - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 136
05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Locking the glove compartment 05 The glove compartment can only be locked and unlocked using the detachable key blade on the remote key, see page 128 for information on removing the key blade from the remote key. Insert the key blade in the glove - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 137
is forced open. The liftgate is forced open. A door is forced open. The ignition switch is tampered with Disarming the alarm Alarm indicator light • If there is movement in the passenger com• The car is lifted or towed (if the car is equipped with the optional inclination sensor) ± The status - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 138
driver's door must first be unlocked with the key blade. Temporarily turning off the accessory Car settings...(for a more detailed description of the menus, see page 83. 2. Select Reduced guard...3. Select Activate once and the message REDUCED GUARD SEE MANUAL the interior lighting for approximately - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 139
accessory sensors are automatically part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Canada - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 140
General information...Fuel requirements...Ignition switch...Starting the vehicle...Starting the vehicle with keyless drive*...Manual transmission, 6-speed*...Automatic transmission...Shiftlock override...Brake system...Parking brake...Stability system...Towing...Jump starting...Transporting loads... - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 141
STARTING AND DRIVING - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 142
in the cargo area, the less the tendency to understeer. Other factors that decrease gas mileage are: • Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration 06 • Use the transmission's Drive (D) position as often as possible and avoid using kickdown. Dirty air cleaner Dirty engine oil and clogged - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 143
oil's lubricating capacity and may shorten the service life of these components. Do not allow the vehicle to stand in water up to the door sills longer than absolutely necessary. This could result in electrical malfunctions. If the engine has been stopped while the car is in water, do not attempt to - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 144
conserving function designed into the vehicle's electrical system will switch off certain functions or reduce the load on the battery by, e.g., reducing the audio system's volume. • • Please keep in mind that using systems, accessories, etc that consume a great deal of current when the engine is - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 145
retailer only. • Check all lights, including high beams. • Reflective warning triangles are legally required in some states/provinces. • Have a word with your Volvo retailer if you intend to drive in countries where it may be difficult to obtain the correct fuel. • Consider your destination. If - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 146
ever smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated, and immediately return the vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for correction. Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and fuel economy performance using - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 147
(MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected, and the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs, please return your vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for maintenance - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 148
This practice can result in vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system. Such damage may not be covered • • Refueling The fuel tank is designed to accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather, see page 277 for fuel tank volume. Be aware that the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 149
's position when driving. The vehicle's entire electrical system is activated. III - Start position driver's door is opened (does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive). I - Intermediate position2 Certain accessories, radio, etc. on, daytime running lights off. 06 1 2 Automatic - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 150
automatically (for up to ten seconds) until the engine starts. If the engine driver's floor. An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator and/or brake pedal to catch. Check that the movement of these pedals is not impeded. Volvo's floor mats are specially manufactured for your car - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 151
normal until the automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature. Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points fast enough to prevent engine damage. • Always place the gear selector in Park (P) (manual transmission: first or - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 152
the engine starts. • Never use more the one floor mat at one time on the driver's floor. An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator and/or brake pedal to catch. Check that the movement of these pedals is not impeded. Volvo's floor mats are specially manufactured for your car - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 153
drive start control out of the ignition switch. Insert the remote key into the ignition switch and turn it to position III to start the engine, page 150 for complete starting information. 06 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 153 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 154
used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy. 1 Clutch interlock: The clutch must be fully depressed before the engine can be started. If the clutch is not depressed, it will not be possible to start the engine. 154 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. G018259 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 155
position II (if the engine is not already running). manual shifting CAUTION The car must be stationary when selecting position P. D - Drive D is the normal driving position. The Drive position offers 5 forward gears2. The car automat- 1 2 The automatic transmission is available as on option T5 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 156
selected at any time to manually select forward gears, including while the car is moving. • If you slow to a very low speed, the transmission will automatically shift down. NOTE Reverse, Neutral, and Park cannot be selected in Geartronic mode. Cold starts (turbo engines) When driving before the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 157
cases it may be necessary to move the gear selector from the P position manually. G018263 06 To manually override the Shiftlock system: 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Depress the brake pedal. 3. There is a small cover below P-R-N-D on the gear selector panel. Open the rear edge of the panel - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 158
large stones. Use the jack intended for the vehicle when changing a tire. For any other job, use stands to support the vehicle. The jack should be kept well-greased and wheel) and performing a visual inspection of the brake pads. 158 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 159
brake lockup. When the system "senses" impending lockup, braking pressure is automatically modulated in order to help prevent lockup that could lead to a skid. The system performs a self-diagnostic test when the engine is started and when the vehicle first reaches a speed of approximately 12 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 160
Volvo service technician for inspection. in order to utilize the system completely. EBA is automatically deactivated when the brake pedal is released. NOTE • WARNING If the BRAKES and ABS warning symbols light at the same time, there may be a problem when the engine is EBA is designed to provide - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 161
rolls, the parking brake lever must be pulled more firmly. 5. When parking a vehicle always put the gear selector in first gear (for manual transmission) or P (for automatic transmission). Parking on a hill • If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the front wheels so that they point away from the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 162
spin control function has temporarily been switched off. The spin control function is automatically enabled each time the engine is started. functions are active. Spin control (SC) The spin control function is designed to help prevent the drive wheels from spinning while the vehicle is accelerating - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 163
system is performing a self-diagnostic test when the engine is started. • If the light flashes while driving, this indicates that the stability system is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid. • "ANTI-SKID SERVICE REQUIRED" - the system has been automatically disengaged - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 164
cargo area. 06 Remove the cover over the opening for the towing eyelet on the front bumper by prying open the lower edge with a coin, etc. Remove the cover lower right corner of the cover. Screw the towing eyelet up onto a flat bed tow truck. Volvo does not recommend towing a disabled vehicle - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 165
releasing the parking brake. 6. When towing has been completed, return the gear selector to Park (automatic) or Reverse (manual) and apply the parking brake. WARNING Towing vehicles with front wheel drive Volvo recommends the use of flat bed equipment for towing vehicles with front wheel drive. If - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 166
06 Starting and driving Towing WARNING • Remember that the power brakes and power steering will not function when engine is not running. The braking and steering systems will function but considerably higher pressure will be required on the brake pedal and greater steering effort - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 167
After the engine has started, first remove the negative (-) terminal jumper cable. Then remove the positive (+) terminal jumper cable. WARNING • • • Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to any moving parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds. Batteries generate hydrogen gas - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 168
change when you carry a load on the roof. Load carriers (accessory) Load carriers are available as Volvo accessories. Follow the installation instructions supplied with the load carriers. Observe the following points when using load carriers: • The car's wind resistance and fuel consumption - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 169
occurs, clean the camera lenses. If necessary, the system can be temporarily switched off (for instructions see page 171). 06 CAUTION The BLIS system should only be repaired by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. `` * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 169 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 170
by the system. Light reflected from a wet road surface How BLIS functions in daylight and darkness Daylight BLIS reacts to the shape of surrounding vehicles. The system is designed to help detect motor vehicles such as cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, etc. 170 * Option/accessory, for more - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 171
scratching. The lenses are electrically heated to help melt light, smooth surface such as barriers between lanes on a highway BLIS system messages Switching BLIS on and off Text in the display BLIS SERVICE REQUIRED System status BLIS not functioning properly. Contact an authorized Volvo service - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 172
BLIS cameras' function has been reduced due to weak or impaired data transfer between the BLIS system's cameras and the vehicle's electrical system. The cameras will reset themselves when this data transfer has returned to normal. 06 172 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 173
light in the button will illuminate). 06 WARNING Park Assist is an information system, NOT a safety system. This system is designed to be a supplementary aid when parking the vehicle. It is not, however, intended to replace the driver's attention and judgement. ± G021267 `` * Option/accessory - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 174
Volvo retailer or authorized Volvo service technician. Park assist sensors 06 The sensors must be cleaned regularly to ensure that they work properly. Clean them with water and a suitable car washing detergent. Ice and snow covering , pneumatic brakes, motorcycle exhaust pipes, etc. This does - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 175
06 Starting and driving 06 175 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 176
chains, snow tires, studded tires...Tire Sealing System* ...Temporary spare...Spare tire and jack ...Wheel nuts...Changing a wheel...Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)... 178 181 183 184 186 187 188 189 190 196 197 199 200 202 176 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 177
WHEELS AND TIRES - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 178
should be replaced immediately. CAUTION Some Volvo models are equipped with an Ultra High Performance tire and wheel combination designed to provide maximum dry pavement performance with consideration for hydroplaning resistance. They may be more susceptible to road hazard damage and, depending on - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 179
Hitting curbs or potholes can damage the tires and/or wheels permanently. Summer and winter tires • Contact a Volvo workshop not be covered by your new vehicle warranty. Volvo assumes no were mounted on the car, e.g., LF = left front, RR = right rear • Tires with tread designed to roll in only - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 180
. Some customers find that tire rotation may help to get extra mileage from tire life. Tire rotation should only be performed if front/rear tire wear is fairly even and tread height is above 1/16" (1.6 mm). G020323 • • Your Volvo retailer can also provide guidance based on your particular driving - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 181
gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tire performance and wear. side of the vehicle, at the rear of the driver's door opening). This placard indicates the designation of the factorymounted tires on your vehicle, as well - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 182
no nails or other objects embedded that could puncture the tire and cause an air leak. 5. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, 186 mph (300 km/h) NOTE Y • 07 If you overfill the tire, release air by pushing on the metal stem in the center of the valve. Then recheck the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 183
Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to the tire inflation placard (see page 181 for its location) for information specific to the tires installed on your vehicle at the factory. Tire size Cold . NOTE Please consult a Volvo retailer's Parts department for the most up-to-date specifications. 07 183 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 184
to the vehicle's tire information placard located on the B-Pillar or the driver's door for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 8 10 11 12 R: tire's speed rating, or the maximum speed at which the tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time, carrying a permissible load for - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 185
07 Wheels and tires Tire designations Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature grades: See page 188 for more information. Maximum permissible inflation pressure: The greatest amount of air pressure that should ever be put in the tire. This limit is set by the tire manufacturer. The tire suppliers may - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 186
air. This temperature is normally reached after the car has been parked for at least 3 hours. Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. • Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 187
capacity. Consult your Volvo retailer for information. • Capacity weight All weight added to the curb weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer hitch tongue load is also part of cargo weight. Permissible axle weight The maximum allowable weight that can be carried - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 188
performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use, however, and many depart significantly from the norm due to variation in driving habits, maintenance practices and differences in road A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 189
Volvo approved snow chains. • Winter tires wear more quickly on dry roads in warm weather. They should be removed when the winter driving season has ended. • If accessory miles (500-1000 km) during which the car should be driven as smoothly as possible to for winter use: • Owners who live in or - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 190
floor of the cargo area. To access it: 1. Lift the floor hatch in the cargo area. 2. tire inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible to an air compressor, a container for the sealing compound, wiring to connect the system to the vehicle's electrical system - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 191
sealing system from rattling. Speed limit sticker On/Off switch Electrical wire Bottle holder (orange cover) Protective hose cover Air release knob Hose Bottle with sealing compound Air pressure gauge First aid: • • 07 `` * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 191 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 192
Do not break the seal on the bottle. This occurs automatically when the bottle is screwed into the holder. • G019723 Stage 1: Sealing the hole 1. Open the cover on the tire sealing kit. 6. Screw the bottle into the bottle holder. 192 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 193
and qualified Volvo service technician. electrical wire to the nearest 12-volt socket in the vehicle. 9. Start the vehicle's engine . 10. Start the tire sealing system's compressor by pressing the on/off switch to position I. NOTE The air accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 193 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 194
release air from the tire by turning the air release Volvo service technician to have the bottle removed and properly disposed of. • • After use, the sealing compound bottle, the hose, and certain other system components must be replaced. Please consult your Volvo retailer for replacement parts - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 195
tires. To do so: 1. Park the car in a safe place. 2. The compressor should , release air from the tire by turning the air release knob the electrical wire from the 12-volt socket. 07 • The vehicle's engine should engine is running. • * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 195 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 196
fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car Volvo retailer. WARNING Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire. Road - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 197
and lug wrench are located in a storage compartment under the floor of the cargo area. The spare tire is held in place by a retaining screw. Taking out the spare tire 1. Lift the rear edge of the floor in the cargo area. 2. Unscrew the spare tire's retaining screw and lift out the spare - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 198
07 Wheels and tires Spare tire and jack WARNING The jack and any tools should always be returned to their proper storage compartments after use to help keep them securely in place in the event of sudden braking, etc. 07 198 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 199
steel wheels. Lockable wheel nut If steel wheels with lockable wheel nuts are used in combination with wheel covers, the lockable wheel nut must be fitted to the stud nearest the air valve. The wheel cover cannot otherwise be installed on the wheel. • Type 1 wheel nuts: 81 ft. lbs. (110 Nm) • Type - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 200
a manual transmission. 3. Block the wheels that are on the ground with wooden blocks or large stones. 4. Remove the wheel cover ( part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack. Use the jack intended for the car when changing a tire. For any other job, use stands to support the car - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 201
07 Wheels and tires Changing a wheel Installing the wheel 1. Clean the contact surfaces between /wheel nuts used on your vehicle. See also 199 for additional information. 5. Install the wheel cover (where applicable). See page 197 for information on returning the jack and tools to their proper - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 202
light will flash for approximately 1 minute and TIRE PRESS SYST SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed. Please note that the TPMS is not a substitute for proper tire maintenance, and it is the driver device complies with part 15 of the FCC when cold and inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 203
Volvo retailer. The tire pressure warning light will not identify which tire is underinflated. Be sure to check all four tires. A certain amount of air seepage from the tires occurs naturally and tire pressure fluctuates with seasonal changes , TIRE PRESS SYST SERVICE REQUIRED will be displayed - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 204
button on the left-side steering wheel lever until TIRE PRESSURE CALIBRATED is displayed. Activating/deactivating TPMS (Canadian models only) 1. Switch off the engine. 2. Turn the ignition key to position I or II. 07 3. Press and hold the Reset button on the left-side steering wheel lever until - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 205
07 Wheels and tires 07 205 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 206
Washing and cleaning the car...208 Paint touch up...212 206 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 207
CAR CARE - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 208
Volvo retailer, for cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental components such as chromed strips on the exterior of your vehicle. The instructions Automatic washing - simple and quick We do NOT recommend washing your car in an automatic wash during the first few months 208 * Option/accessory - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 209
that protects the bodywork against oxidation, road dirt and fading. • • Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C). Exterior lighting CAUTION • • Before driving into an automatic car wash, turn off the optional rain - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 210
Interior plastic components Cleaning interior plastic components should be done with a cleaning agent specially designed for this purpose. Consult your Volvo its finish. The cleaner removes dirt and oil buildup. The light cream protectant restores a barrier against soil and sunlight. Protecting - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 211
Washing and cleaning the car Cleaning the seat belts Clean only with lukewarm water and a mild soap solution. Cleaning floor mats The drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent. For best protection in winter, Volvo recommends the use of Volvo rubber floor mats. Consult your - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 212
service technician for any extensive damage. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint. Minor stone chips and scratches Material: NOTE When touching up the vehicle, it should be clean and dry. The surface temperature should be above 60° F (15° C). If the stone chip has not - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 213
08 Car care 08 213 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 214
Volvo maintenance...Maintaining your car...Hood...Engine compartment...Engine oil...Fluids...Wiper blades...Battery...Replacing bulbs...Fuses... 216 217 219 220 221 223 225 226 228 236 214 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 215
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 216
. The maintenance services contain several checks that require special tools and training, 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. Maintenance Your Volvo passed several major - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 217
and twigs from air intake vents at the base of the windshield, and from other places where they may collect. Each time the car is refueled: If a garage jack is used to lift the vehicle, the two jack attachments points should be used. They are specially reinforced to bear the weight of the vehicle - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 218
test. your vehicle diagnosed and, if necessary, serviced by a qualified Volvo technician. • If you recently had service for a lit Check Engine light, or if you had service . • If your vehicle's Check Engine light was lit, but went out without any action on your part, OBD II will still have a - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 219
09 Maintenance and servicing Hood Opening the hood 09 To open the hood: 1. Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release the hood lock. 2. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 220
and servicing 09 Engine compartment Cooling system expansion tank Power steering fluid reservoir (concealed behind the headlight) Dipstick - engine oil Radiator Cooling fan Washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Brake/clutch fluid reservoir Battery Relay/fuse box Air cleaner WARNING - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 221
the use of oil additives. Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance intervals except at owner request and at additional charge. Please consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Location of dipstick and oil filler cap Checking and adding oil The oil - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 222
can damage the engine. Always add oil of the same type and viscosity as already used. Never fill oil above the MAX mark. This could cause an increase in oil consumption. WARNING Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces NOTE Volvo uses different systems - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 223
engine compartment and holds approximately 4.2 US qts (4 liters). During cold weather, the reservoir should be filled with windshield washer solvent containing antifreeze. Normally, the coolant does not need to be changed. If the system must be drained, consult a trained and qualified Volvo service - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 224
. Power steering fluid The fluid level is checked at each service interval. Fluid type: Volvo power steering fluid or equivalent. Replace: No fluid change required. • • Never remove the expansion tank cap while the engine is warm. Wait until the engine cools. If it is necessary to top off the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 225
(3). 5. Fold in the wiper arm. The wiper blades are different lengths. The blade on the driver's side is longer than the one on the passenger's side. 1. Fold out the wiper arm. visibility and prolongs the service life of the wiper blades. See page 208 for washing instructions. G020329 G007444 225 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 226
helps prolong its service life. • The service life of a battery is affected by factors such as driving conditions and climate. Extreme cold may also further decrease the battery's starting capacity. See owner's manual for details • Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 227
servicing expose the battery to open flame or electric spark. Do not smoke near the battery in place in the engine compartment. Recycle properly 2. ground cable. 6. Reinstall the cover over the battery. Battery replacement electrical system can be stored in the control modules. 3. Remove the cover - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 228
and qualified Volvo service technician: • • The engine should not be running when changing bulbs. If the engine has been running just prior to replacing bulbs in the headlight housing, please keep in mind that components in the engine compartment will be hot. WARNING Active Bending Lights* - due - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 229
09 Maintenance and servicing Replacing bulbs Low beam bulb 09 5. Disconnect the place. 1. Open the hood and remove the headlight housing (see page 228 for instructions). 2. Release the retaining clamps on the cover and remove it. 3. Release the bulb's retaining spring holding the bulb in place - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 230
* - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, the Active Bending Light bulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Parking light bulb 3. Driver's side headlight: Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise. Passenger's side headlight: Turn the bulb holder - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 231
and servicing Replacing bulbs Turn signal Side marker light Front fog lights* 09 Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0. 2. Using a screwdriver or other suitable tool, pry out the fog light cover and pull it straight `` * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 231 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 232
Brake light Taillight/parking light/fog light Turn signal Back-up light Taillight/parking light Removing the taillight bulb holder NOTE If the message indicating a burned out bulb remains in the information display after the bulb has been replaced, consult a trained and qualified Volvo service - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 233
09 Maintenance and servicing Replacing bulbs License plate lighting Footwell lighting Cargo area lighting 09 G020795 1. Switch off all lights and turn the key to position 0. 2. Remove the screws with a screw driver. 3. Detach the lens (bulb housing) carefully. 4. Replace the defective bulb. 5. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 234
and authorized Volvo service technician. G010326 G020253 Bulb specifications Lighting function Low beam headlights (halogen) High beam headlights (halogen) High beam headlights (models with Active Bending Lights*) Wattage 55 Bulb H11 LL The rear cabin lighting consists of a light on the driver - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 235
LL P21W LL PY24W SV C5W LL Lighting function Front fog lights* Glove compartment light Footwell lighting Cargo compartment light Wattage 35 3 Bulb H8 W2.1x9.5d type T10 W2.1x9.5d type T10 SV8.5 (length 38mm) 3 5 NOTE Please consult a Volvo retailer's Parts department for the most up-to-date - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 236
covers. 2. From the side, examine the curved metal wire in the fuse to see if it is intact. 3. If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the same color and amperage (written on the fuse). If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 237
removed or replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician. • Fuses 19-36 may be changed at any time when necessary. Several extra fuses and a fuse removal tool to assist in removing/replacing fuses can be found on the underside of the fuse box cover in the engine compartment. G007446 `` 237 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 238
09 Maintenance and servicing 09 Fuses Fuses in the engine compartment 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Coolant fan 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. Engine functions Climate system blower Headlight washers Feed to heated rear window Starter motor relay Trailer connector (accessory) Not in use Feed to audio system 30A - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 239
A/C compressor Not in use Front fog lights* Not in use Not in use Fuel injectors Heated oxygen sensor, vacuum pump Ignition coils, climate unit pressure sensor Engine sensor valves, A/C relay, relay coil, PTC element oil trap, canister, mass air meter Engine control module (ECM), throttle sensor - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 240
09 Maintenance and servicing 09 Fuses Fuse box in the passenger compartment The fuse box in the passenger compartment is located under the glove compartment. To access the fuses: 1. Remove the upholstery covering the fuse box by first pressing in the center pins in the mounting clips approximately - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 241
, Bluetooth,Volvo Navigation system* Supplemental Restrain System (SRS), engine control module 12-volt sockets Lighting - glove compartment, instrument panel, and footwells 15A 47. 48. 49. Interior lighting Rear liftgate wiper/washer Supplemental Restrain System (SRS), Occupant Weight Sensor - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 242
Power window - front passenger's side door Power window and door lock - front driver's side door Power passenger's seat Power driver's seat Interior lighting relay, cargo area light, power seats 25A 25A 5A 25A 25A 5A 74. 75. 15A 242 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 243
09 Maintenance and servicing 09 243 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 244
Introduction ...Audio functions...Radio functions...CD player...Audio menu... 246 247 252 260 263 Bluetooth® hands-free connection...264 244 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 245
AUDIO - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 246
driver's door is opened on vehicles with the optional keyless drive). The system will start automatically Performance • Premium Sound* NOTE The audio system features and equipment described in this chapter may not be available on all audio levels. 1 Certain Canadian models 246 * Option/accessory - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 247
in the center console screen is displayed against a light background. In darkness it is displayed against a volume, shift between preset stations and change CD tracks. Press one of the two left-hand buttons briefly to change to the next/previous preset radio BluetoothŸ streaming audio `` 247 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 248
± NOTE • • The system supports a number of iPodŸ models produced in 2005 or problem persists, contact a trained and authorized Volvo service technician. Connectors in the center console AUX socket USB connector An auxiliary device, such as an iPod iPodŸ or MP3 player can be routed under the cover - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 249
folder level can support up to 1,000 sub-folders/files. When using a longer type of USB device, connecting it with a USB adapter cable will help reduce mechanical wear on the USB socket and on the device. For further information, refer to the accessory manual USB/iPodŸ Music Interface. Adjusting - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 250
. The sound settings described in this manual, such as BASS, TREBLE, and change. 2. Turn the TUNING dial (4) to make the desired setting. The following settings can be made: Any Bluetooth media players used must support Bluetooth system. A list of compatible devices is available at you Volvo - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 251
under licence from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. IIŸ NOTE This function is only available on certain sound systems. • High To set the automatic sound level: 1. Press MENU followed by ENTER. 2. Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. 3. Select Auto. volume control...in the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 252
area in which you are driving Storing preset stations Manually storing a station 1. Tune to the desired station in AM, FM1 and FM2. Automatically storing a station Pressing AUTO (7) automatically searches for and stores up to ten to search for or change radio stations/CD tracks The frequency can be - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 253
using the preset buttons (2). ± Press EXIT (6) to terminate the automatic storing function. The radio will then exit auto-store mode and the the preset memory An auto-stored station can be saved in the memory for manually preset stations. 1. Press AUTO (7) briefly. > Auto is displayed. 2. Press - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 254
radio receivers incorporate both modes of reception, where the receiver will automatically switch to the analogue signal if the digital signal cannot be The main FM channel will be displayed as, for example, 93.9 WNYC (Volvo uses the symbol > to indicate there are sub-channels available) The sub- - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 255
WNYC, etc. NOTE There may be a noticeable difference in sound quality when a change from analogue to digital or digital to analogue occurs, such as: 3. Press ENTER technology, terrain, time of day, foliage level and building location can have positive or negative effects on radio reception - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 256
10 Audio Radio functions In many cases, a main HD Radio station (FM wavebands only) will also have sub-channels offering additional types of programming or music. In such cases, a number will be displayed to the right of the frequency number indicating that the currently tuned frequency has at least - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 257
channel entry The Sirius satellite channels are numbered consecutively throughout all of the categories. To access a channel directly: NOTE SCAN automatically searches through the list of satellite channels, see page 253 for more detailed information. Storing a channel • A long press on one - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 258
Press MENU. 2. Scroll to "Add song to song memory" and follow the instructions shown in the display. If a new song is selected when the memory is full lock settings can be made The channel access code can be displayed or changed • Your Sirius ID can be displayed Skip options This function is used - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 259
channel. CHANGE CODE This function makes it possible to change the channel access code. The default code is 0000. To change the code: 1. Select Change code for 2 seconds. 3. The current code will be displayed. Your Volvo retailer can also provide you with assistance. 10 Unskip all channels This - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 260
When all of the files in the folder have been played, the player will automatically go to the next folder and play the files in it. Press the left in a menu, or the keys on the left/right sides of the control to change CD tracks/fast forward/back CD eject button CD slot MODE button TUNING dial for - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 261
• CDR discs can cause listening problems due to the quality of the 12 seconds or it will be automatically drawn back into the slot discs should never be used). • Volvo does not recommend the use of plastic discs/optical components of the CD player in cold winter weather. The disc can be dried - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 262
10 Audio CD player • Never attempt to play a damaged CD. • When not in use, the discs should be stored in their covers. Avoid storing discs in excessive heat, direct sunlight or in dusty locations. 10 262 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 263
10 Audio Audio menu FM1/FM2 menu 1. 2. Radio text Audio settings... AUX menu 1. 2. AUX input volume...Audio settings...10 AM menu 1. Audio settings... USB menu 1. 2. Playlist Random...Track information Audio settings... CD menu For normal music CDs 1. 2. 3. Random Disc text Audio settings... 3. 4. - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 264
hands-free system. A list of compatible phones is available at your Volvo retailer or at www.volvocars.us Connecting cell phones The procedure for phone's Bluetooth® function (refer to the phone's owner's manual if necessary) or go to www.volvocars.com 2. Activate the vehicle's Bluetooth® handsfree - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 265
Perform a search using the cell phone's Bluetooth® function (consult the cell phone's owner's manual if necessary). 3. Select My Volvo Car Bluetooth® name will be displayed. The cell phone can now be controlled from the audio system. the driver's door cell phone is automatically disconnected from the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 266
the other modes (FM, CD, etc). Audio system sound can be automatically muted when a phone call is received in Phone Menu...Phone settings...Sounds hands-free at a time. Phones can be unregistered in Phone Menu...Bluetooth...Remove phone Ringing volume Go to Phone Menu...Phone settings...Sounds and - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 267
automatically. When the audio system searches for the most recently connected phone, this phone's name appears in the display. To manually connect the instructions in the display or change the connected cell by going into the menu system under Phone Menu...Bluetooth...Connect phone or Change phone - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 268
connection NOTE 10 3. Bluetooth...3.1. 3.2. 3.3. Change phone Remove phone Connect fr. cell phone Car Bluetooth info Certain cell phones 4.2. Automatic answer Voice mail number 5. Phone settings...5.1. Sounds and volume...5.1.1. 5.1.2. 5.1.3. Ring volume Ring signals...Mute radio Bluetooth® - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 269
10 Audio 10 269 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 270
Label information...Dimensions and weights...Fuel, oils, and fluids...Engine oil...Engine specifications...Electrical system...Three-way catalytic converter...Overview of information and warning symbols...Volvo programs... 272 274 277 279 280 282 283 284 286 270 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 271
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11 Specifications Label information 11 272 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 273
(VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, etc. The model plate is located on the B-pillar and the passenger's door must be open in standards (Canada) Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the driver's side B- when ordering parts. 273 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 274
11 Specifications Dimensions and weights Dimensions 11 Position A B C D E F G Dimension Wheelbase Length Load length, floor, seatback down Load length, floor Load height Height Track, front In (mm) 103.9 (2640) 168 (4266) 58.7 (1486) 26 (663) 25.2 (642) 57 (1447) 60.4 (1535) 274 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 275
Width Width incl. door mirrors (folded out) Width incl. door mirrors (folded in) In (mm) 60.3 (1531) 28 (713) 70.2 (1782)A 80.3 (2039) 73.7 (1871) 11 Models with optional keyless drive 70.7 (1797) Weights Category Gross vehicle weight USA Manual: 4320 lbs Automatic: 4340 lbs Canada 1960 kg 1970 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 276
Dimensions and weights Category Max. trailer weight (with brakes) Max. tongue weight 11 USA 2000 lbs 165 lbs Canada All models: 900 kg All models: 75 kg CAUTION The maximum permissible axle loads and/ or the gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded. WARNING When adding accessories - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 277
oil specifications. JWS 3309 BOT 350 M3 Volvo original coolant/antifreeze (50/50 mixture of water and anti-freeze) Capacity 15.9 US gallons (60 liters) 11 Engine oil (with filter replacement) Automatic transmission oil Manual transmission oil Coolant 6.1 US quarts (5.8 liters) 8.14 US quarts - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 278
11 Specifications Fuel, oils, and fluids NOTE The transmission oil does not normally need to be changed during the service life of the vehicle. However, it may be necessary to replace the oil if the vehicle is often driven in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 279
fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection. Volume: 6.1 US qts (5.8 liters). Volvo recommends Castrol. Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide superior fuel economy and engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo service - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 280
Volvo kit no. 30650379 0.027 in./0.7mm 22.5 ft. lbs./30 Nm The engine specifications for output and torque listed in this table are based on the use of premium fuel. Charge air cooler (Intercooler) The engine employs a turbo-compressor to force air into the engine intake manifold and a charge air - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 281
11 Specifications Engine specifications Fuel system The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system. 11 281 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 282
11 Specifications Electrical system General information 12-volt system with voltage controlled generator. Single wire system in which the chassis and engine block are used as conductors, grounded on the chassis. 11 Battery Voltage Cold start capacity (CCA) Reserve capacity (RC) Capacity (Ah) A 12 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 283
leaded fuel. • Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or or flooded engine can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating. • Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine, the - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 284
The yellow information symbol lights up and a text message is displayed to provide the driver with necessary information about one of the vehicle's systems. Rear fog light 58 Oil pressure warning light 59 Seat belt reminder Stability system DSTC* 163 59 284 * Option/accessory, for more - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 285
belt reminder Page 59 11 Brake failure warning light 59 Cruise control* 71 Occupant weight sensor 28 High beam indicator 54 Information symbols in 54 Audio files CD folder Bluetooth-connected cell phone BluetoothTM hands-free * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction. 285 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 286
Canada 1-800-263-0475 Technician certification In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo supports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service able to analyze vehicle problems and perform the necessary maintenance procedures to keep your Volvo at peak operating condition. 286 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 287
11 Specifications 11 287 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 288
Airbag system...24 Air conditioning...92 Air distribution table...102 Air vents...94 Alarm system...137 turning off sensors...138 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)...159 Approach lighting...84 Audio files...260 Audio system audio functions...automatic sound control...AUX port...Bluetooth streaming audio - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 289
47 48 Courtesy lighting...114 Crash mode...37 Cruise control...71 Cup holders...115, 117 Curb weight...187, 275 Child safety...38 booster cushions...46 child restraint systems...40 Climate system air distribution...102 air vents...94 Electronic Climate Control...98 Interior Air Quality System...99 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 290
66 Fuel gauge...54 Fuel requirements...146 Fuel tank volume...277 Fuses, replacing...236 F Federal Clean Air Act...216 Flat tires changing...197, 200 repairing with tire sealing system...190 Floor mats cleaning...211 placing correctly...150, 152 Fluids and oils...277 FM1/FM2 menu...252 Fog lights - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 291
Air Quality System...99 Interior lighting...114 J Jack location of...197 Jump starting...167 K Key (ignition switch) positions...149 Key blade...128, 132 Keyless drive location of antennas (pacemaker warning)...133 locking and unlocking the vehicle...131 power seat memory...132 starting the engine - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 292
compartment...136 12 N Net in cargo area...123 Periodic owner-performed maintenance. 217 Permissible axle weight...187 Personal settings...83 Power door mirrors...79 O Occupant safety...18 Occupant weight sensor...28 Octane recommendations...146 Oil...221 changing...221 checking...221 On Call - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 293
fuel Automatic locking retractor/Emergency locking retractor...buckling...guides ...maintenance...pretensioners...unbuckling...use during pregnancy...20 39 20 21 22 20 20 21 Stability system...162 Dynamic Stability Traction Control (DSTC)...162 Starting the engine door defects Canada...19 USA - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 294
223 Water, driving through...143 V Vehicle dimensions...274 Vehicle Event Data...13 Vehicle loading...187 roof loads...168 Vehicle maintenance...216 performed by the owner...217 Vehicle towing...164 Weights...275 Wheel nuts...199 Wheels...178 changing...200 storing...179 Whiplash Protection System - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 295
12 Index Windshield wiper blades...225 Windshield wipers...73 rain sensor...74 Winter tires...189 Wiper blades replacing liftgate wiper...225 replacing windshield wipers...225 12 295 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 296
12 Index 12 296 - 2012 Volvo C30 | Owner's Manual - Page 297
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