Volvo C30 (2013 year). Manual — part 8

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General information

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Handling, roadholding

Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure
all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check
that the tires are inflated to the recommended
pressure according to the vehicle load. See the
"Tire pressure" section. Loads should be dis-
tributed so that capacity weight or maximum
permissible axle loads are not exceeded.

Driving through water

The vehicle can be driven through water up to
a depth of approximately 9 in. (25 cm), at a
maximum speed of 6 mph (10 km/h).

•

Take particular care when driving through
flowing water.

•

Clean the electrical connections for trailer
wiring after driving in mud or water

•

When driving through water, maintain low
speed and do not stop in the water.

WARNING

After driving through water, press lightly on
the brake pedal to ensure that the brakes
are functioning normally. Water or mud can
make the brake linings slippery, resulting in
delayed braking effect.

CAUTION

•

Engine damage will occur if water is
drawn into the air cleaner.

•

If the vehicle is driven through water
deeper than 9 in. (25 cm), water may
enter the differential and the transmis-
sion. This reduces the 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 restart
the engine. Have the car towed out of
the water.

Cold weather precautions

If you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:

•

Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to –31 °F
(–35 °C). See section "Coolant". The use of
"recycled" antifreeze is not approved by

Volvo. Different types of antifreeze must
not be mixed.

•

Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
Your Volvo retailer stocks plenty of Volvo
engine coolant to help protect your vehicle
during cold weather.

•

Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this
prevents the formation of condensation in
the tank. In addition, in extremely cold
weather conditions it is worthwhile to add
fuel line de-icer before refueling.

•

The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. 0W-30 oil is recommended for
driving in areas with sustained low temper-
atures.

•

The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-
ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil
on the battery posts.

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•

Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving – see
the chapter "Wheels and tires."

•

To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from
freezing, add washer solvents containing
antifreeze (see page 220 for the location of
the washer fluid reservoir). This is impor-
tant since dirt is often splashed on the
windshield during winter driving, requiring
the frequent use of the washers and wip-
ers. Volvo Washer Solvent should be dilu-
ted as follows: Down to 14 °F (–10 °C):
1 part washer solvent and 4 parts water
Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part washer sol-
vent and 3 parts water Down to 0 °F
(–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and 2 parts
water Down to –18 °F (–28 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 1 part water.

•

Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.

NOTE

Avoid using de-icing sprays as they can
cause damage to the locks.

Conserving electrical current

Keep the following in mind to help minimize
battery drain:

•

When the engine is not running, avoid turn-
ing the ignition key to position II. Many
electrical systems (the audio system, the
optional navigation system, power win-
dows, etc) will function with the ignition key
in position I. This position reduces drain on
the battery.

•

Please keep in mind that using systems,
accessories, etc that consume a great deal
of current when the engine is not running
could result in the battery being completely
drained. Driving or having the engine run-
ning for approximately 15 minutes will help
keep the battery charged.

•

The optional 12 volt socket in the cargo
area (certain models only) provides electri-
cal current even with the ignition switched
off, which drains the battery.

NOTE

•

If the ignition is switched on, a warning
message will be displayed in the text
window in the instrument panel when
the battery charge is low.

•

An energy 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 vol-
ume.

Before a long distance trip

It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked at a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician before driving long distances.
Your trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician will also be able to supply you with
bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.

As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:

•

Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.

•

Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage.

•

Have the transmission oil level checked

•

Check condition of drive belts.

To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not inspect your vehicle's transmission fluid yourself. Have your vehicle's transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo service technician.

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•

Check state of the battery's charge.

•

Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.

•

The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by your
Volvo 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 you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.

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Fuel requirements

146

Octane rating

Minimum octane

G028920

Typical pump octane label

Volvo recommends premium fuel for best per-
formance, but using 87 octane

or above will

not affect engine reliability.

Demanding driving

In demanding driving conditions, such as oper-
ating the vehicle in hot weather, towing a trailer,
or driving for extended periods at higher alti-
tudes than normal, it may be advisable to
switch to higher octane fuel (91 or higher) or to
change gasoline brands to fully utilize your
engine's capacity, and for the smoothest pos-
sible operation.

NOTE

When switching to higher octane fuel or
changing gasoline brands, it may be neces-
sary to fill the tank more than once before a
difference in engine operation is noticeable.

Fuel Formulations

Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a
knock inhibitor, and do not use lead additives.
Besides damaging the exhaust emission con-
trol systems on your vehicle, lead has been
strongly linked to certain forms of cancer.

Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent.
Unburned benzene has been strongly linked to
certain forms of cancer. If you live in an area
where you must fill your own gas tank, take
precautions. These may include:

•

standing upwind away from the filler nozzle
while refueling

•

refueling only at gas stations with vapor
recovery systems that fully seal the mouth
of the filler neck during refueling

•

wearing neoprene gloves while handling a
fuel filler nozzle.

Use of Additives

With the exception of gas line antifreeze during
winter months, do not add solvents, thicken-

ers, or other store-bought additives to your
vehicle's fuel, cooling, or lubricating systems.
Overuse may damage your engine, and some
of these additives contain organically volatile
chemicals. Do not needlessly expose yourself
to these chemicals.

WARNING

Never carry a cell phone that is switched
on while refueling your vehicle. If the phone
rings, this may cause a spark that could
ignite gasoline fumes, resulting in fire and
injury.

WARNING

Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless,
and odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust
gases. If you 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.

AKI (ANTI KNOCK INDEX) is an average of the Research Octane Number (RON) and the Motor Octane Number (MON), MON+RON/2.

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Deposit control gasoline (detergent
additives)

Volvo recommends the use of detergent gas-
oline to control engine deposits. Detergent
gasoline is effective in keeping injectors and
intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit
control gasolines will help ensure good driva-
bility and fuel economy. If you are not sure
whether the gasoline contains deposit control
additives, check with the service station oper-
ator.

NOTE

Volvo does not recommend the use of
store-bought fuel injector cleaning addi-
tives.

Unleaded fuel

Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter
and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and
Canadian regulations require that pumps deliv-
ering unleaded gasoline be labelled "UNLEA-
DED". Only these pumps have nozzles which
fit your vehicle's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dis-
pense leaded fuel into a vehicle labelled
"unleaded gasoline only". Leaded gasoline
damages the three-way catalytic converter and
the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated
use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effective-

ness of the emission control system and could
result in loss of emission warranty coverage.
State and local vehicle inspection programs
will make detection of misfueling easier, pos-
sibly resulting in emission test failure for mis-
fueled vehicles.

NOTE

Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain
an octane enhancing additive called methyl-
cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl
(MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission
Control System performance may be affec-
ted, and the Check Engine Light (malfunc-
tion indicator lamp) located on your instru-
ment panel may light. If this occurs, please
return your vehicle to a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for maintenance.

Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing
"oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or
ethers. In some areas, state or local laws
require that the service pump be marked indi-
cating use of alcohols or ethers. However,
there are areas in which the pumps are
unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is
alcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check
with the service station operator. To meet sea-
sonal air quality standards, some areas require
the use of "oxygenated" fuel. Volvo allows the

use of the following "oxygenated" fuels; how-
ever, the octane ratings listed on this page
must still be met.

Alcohol – Ethanol: Fuels containing up to 10%
ethanol by volume may be used. Ethanol may
also be referred to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gaso-
hol".

Ethers – MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15%
MTBE may be used.

Methanol

Do not use gasolines containing methanol
(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice
can result in vehicle performance deterioration
and can damage critical parts in the fuel sys-
tem. Such damage may not be covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Fuel filler door

Press the button on the light switch panel (see
the illustration on page 66) with the ignition
switched off to unlock the fuel filler door.
Please note that the fuel filler door will remain
unlocked until the vehicle begins to move for-
ward. An audible click will be heard when the
fuel filler door relocks.

If you intend to leave your vehicle while it is
being refueled, this feature enables you to lock
the doors/liftgate while leaving the fuel filler
door unlocked.

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You can also keep the vehicle locked if you
remain inside it during refueling. The central
locking button does not lock the fuel filler door.

Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and
is completely closed after refueling. Open the
fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather.

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 "usable" tank capacity will be some-
what less than the specified maximum. When
the fuel level is low, such factors as ambient
temperature, the fuel's "Reid vapor pressure"
characteristics, and terrain can affect the fuel
pump's ability to supply the engine with an
adequate supply of fuel. Therefore, it is advis-
able to refuel as soon as possible when the
needle nears the red zone, or when the fuel
warning light comes on.

CAUTION

•

Do not refuel with the engine running

Turn the ignition off or to position I. If the
ignition is on, an incorrect reading could
occur in the fuel gauge

•

After refueling, close the fuel filler cap
by turning it clockwise until it clicks into
place.

•

Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do not
press the handle on the filler nozzle
more than one extra time. Too much fuel
in the tank in hot weather conditions can
cause the fuel to overflow. Overfilling
could also cause damage to the emis-
sion control systems.

•

Avoid spilling gasoline during refueling.
In addition to causing damage to the
environment, gasolines containing
alcohol can cause damage to painted
surfaces, which may not be covered
under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.

•

Do not use gasolines containing meth-
anol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol).
This practice can result in vehicle per-
formance deterioration and can dam-
age critical parts in the fuel system.
Such damage may not be covered

under the New Vehicle Limited War-
ranty.

If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle’s
performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler caps.

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Ignition switch

149

Ignition switch positions

0 – Locked position

Remove the key to lock the
steering wheel

. Never turn

the key to position 0 while
driving or when the vehicle is
being towed.

NOTE

A ticking sound may be audible if the key is
turned to a position between 0 and I. To
stop this sound, turn the key to position II
and back to position 0.

I – Intermediate position

Certain accessories, radio,
etc. on, daytime running lights
off.

II – Drive position

The key's position when driv-
ing. The vehicle's entire elec-
trical system is activated.

III – Start position

Turn the key to this position
and release it immediately.
The key returns automatically
to the Drive position.

A chime will sound if the key
is left in the ignition and the

driver's door is opened (does not apply to vehi-
cles with the optional keyless drive).

Automatic transmission: the gear selector must be in the Park position. The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed.

Please be aware that leaving the key in positions I or II will increase battery drain.

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To start the engine

WARNING

Before starting, check that the seat, steering
wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly.
Make sure the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Adjust the seat if
necessary.

Fasten the seat belt.

Apply the parking brake if not already set.
The gear selector should be locked in the
Park (P) position (Shiftlock). See also page
158.

Manual transmission: The clutch must be
fully depressed.

NOTE

After a cold start, idle speed may be notice-
ably higher than normal for a short period.
This is done to help bring components in the
emission control system to their normal
operating temperature as quickly as possi-
ble, which enables them to control emis-
sions and help reduce the vehicle's impact
on the environment.

The vehicle is equipped with an autostart
feature. Without touching the throttle
pedal, turn the key to position III and
release it. The starter motor will then oper-
ate automatically (for up to ten seconds)
until the engine starts. If the engine fails to
start, repeat this step.

CAUTION

If the engine does not start after the third try,
wait for approximately 3 minutes before try-
ing to start it again to give the battery time
to recover its starting capacity.

To release the gear selector from the Park
(P) position, the engine must be running (or
the ignition key must be in position II) and
the brake pedal must be depressed.

Select the desired gear. On models with an
automatic transmission, the gear engages
after a very slight delay, which is especially
noticeable when selecting R.

WARNING

•

Never use more than one floor mat at a
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 manu-
factured for your car. They must be
firmly secured in the clips on the floor so
that they cannot slide and become trap-
ped under the pedals on the driver's
side.

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NOTE

•

Immobilizer: If two of the keys to your
vehicle are close together, e.g., on the
same key ring when you try to start the
vehicle, this could cause interference in
the immobilizer system and result in the
vehicle not starting. If this should occur,
remove one of the keys from the key
ring before trying to start the vehicle
again.

•

Keylock: Models equipped an auto-
matic transmission have a keylock sys-
tem. When the engine is switched off,
the gear selector must be in the Park
(P) position before the key can be
removed from the ignition switch

•

When starting in cold weather, an auto-
matic transmission may shift up at
slightly higher engine speeds than nor-
mal until the automatic transmission
fluid reaches normal operating tem-
perature.

•

Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.

WARNING

•

Always place the gear selector in Park
(P) (manual transmission: first or reverse
gear) and apply the parking brake
before leaving the vehicle. Never leave
the vehicle unattended with the engine
running.

•

Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monox-
ide, which is invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.

CAUTION

Automatic transmission: The engine
should be idling when you move the gear
selector. Never accelerate until after you
feel the transmission engage! Accelerating
immediately after selecting a gear will cause
harsh engagement and premature trans-
mission wear. Selecting P or N when idling
at a standstill for prolonged periods of time
will help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.

The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed from the ignition switch.

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Starting the vehicle with keyless drive*

152

Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Starting a vehicle with keyless drive

G019410

Keyless drive makes it possible to unlock, start
and lock the vehicle without using a remote
key.

A start control is fitted in the ignition switch on
vehicles equipped with the optional keyless
drive. This control is used in the same way as
the ignition key to start the engine. See also
page 150 for general information on starting
the engine.

WARNING

•

NOTE

A keyless drive remote key must be inside
the vehicle in order to start the engine.

Press the brake pedal (the clutch pedal
must also be fully depressed on models
with a manual transmission).

Press in the keyless drive start control and
turn it to position III.

NOTE

The vehicle is equipped with an autostart
function that makes it possible to start the
engine without holding the start control in
position III. Turn the start control to posi-
tion III and release it. The starter motor will
then operate automatically (for up to ten
seconds) until the engine starts.

CAUTION

If the engine does not start after the third try,
wait for approximately 3 minutes before try-
ing to start it again to give the battery time
to recover its starting capacity.

Starting the vehicle with the ignition key
(remote key)

A vehicle with keyless drive can also be started
with the ignition key (if, for example, the battery
in the keyless drive remote key is weak). To do
so:

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Starting the vehicle with keyless drive*

Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

153

G019420

Removing the keyless drive start control

Press the catch on the side of the start con-

trol (see the illustration).

Pull the keyless 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.

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Manual transmission, 6-speed*

154

Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

6-speed manual transmission

G018258

•

Depress the clutch pedal completely when
changing gears

•

Remove your foot from the clutch pedal
while driving. The shift pattern should be
followed.

•

Overdrive (5th and 6th gears) should be
used as often as possible to help improve
fuel economy.

CAUTION

The transmission’s temperature is moni-
tored to help prevent damage to the trans-
mission or other drivetrain components. If
there is a risk of overheating, the warning
symbol on the instrument panel will illumi-
nate and a text message will be displayed.
Follow the instructions provided there.

Engaging reverse gear, 6-speed
transmission

G018259

Reverse gear should only be engaged from a
complete stop.

NOTE

Reverse gear is electronically blocked to
help prevent it from being selected while the
vehicle is moving forward.

CAUTION

Never shift into reverse while moving for-
ward.

WARNING

An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause
the accelerator, brake, and/or clutch pedal
to catch. Check that the movement of these
pedals is not impeded. Not more than one
protective floor covering may be used at
one time.

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.

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Automatic transmission

155

Shiftgate positions

G020237

Depress the button

on the front of the gear

selector knob to move the selector between
the R, N, D, and P positions.

The gear selector can be moved freely between
the Geartronic (manual shifting) and Drive (D)
positions while driving.

CAUTION

Gear selector positions

P – Park

Select the P position when starting or parking.

In P, the transmission is mechanically blocked
(Shiftlock). Always apply the parking brake
when parking.

G018264

D - left position: automatic shifting, M - right posi-
tion: manual shifting

CAUTION

The car must be stationary when selecting
position P.

R – Reverse

The car must be stationary when shifting to
position R.

N – Neutral

N is the neutral position. The engine can be
started, but no gear is selected. Apply the park-

The automatic transmission is available as on option

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156

ing brake when the car is stationary with the
gear selector in N.

NOTE

If the gear selector is in the Neutral position
and the vehicle has been at a standstill for
at least 3 seconds, the brake pedal must be
pressed before the gear selector can be
moved to another position.

In order to move the gear selector to another
position:

Turn the ignition key to position II (if the
engine is not already running).

Depress the brake pedal.

Move the gear selector to the desired posi-
tion.

D – Drive

D is the normal driving position. The Drive posi-
tion offers 5 forward gears

. The car automat-

ically shifts between the various forward gears,
based on the level of acceleration and speed.
The car must be at a standstill when shifting to
position D from position R.

Manual shifting – Geartronic

The manual shifting mode (Geartronic) can be
selected at any time to manually select forward
gears, including while the car is moving.

NOTE

Reverse, Neutral, and Park cannot be
selected in Geartronic mode.

•

To access the Manual (M) shifting position
from Drive (D), move the gear selector to
the right to M.

•

To return to the Drive (D) position from M,
move the gear selector to the left.

While driving

•

If you select the M position while driving,
the gear that was being used in the Drive
position will also initially be selected in the
M position.

•

Move the gear selector forward (toward
"+") to shift to a higher gear or rearward
(toward "–") to shift to a lower gear.

•

If you hold the gear selector toward "–", the
transmission will downshift one gear at a
time and will utilize the braking power of
the engine. If the current speed is too high
for using a lower gear, the downshift will

not occur until the speed has decreased
enough to allow the lower gear to be used.

•

If you slow to a very low speed, the trans-
mission will automatically shift down.

Cold starts (turbo engines)

When driving before the engine has reached its
normal operating temperature, the transmis-
sion will shift up at slightly higher engine
speeds to heat the three-way catalytic con-
verter as quickly as possible.

Kickdown

Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is
achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal
fully and briskly. An upshift will occur when
approaching the top speed for a particular gear
or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceler-
ation or when passing at highway speeds.

Safety function

To help prevent excessive engine speeds (rpm)
that could lead to engine damage, the engine
management system includes a function that
prevents kickdown from taking place if the
engine speed is too high.

Kickdown will not occur if the driver attempts
to use this function when engine speeds are

T5 models have 6 forward gears.

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too high. The transmission will remain in the
currently selected gear.

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Shiftlock override

158

Overriding the shiftlock system

G018263

Shiftlock prevents the gear selector from being
moved out of the P position unless the ignition
key is in position II and the brake pedal is
depressed.

In certain cases it may be necessary to move
the gear selector from the P position manually.

To manually override the Shiftlock
system:

Apply the parking brake.

Depress the brake pedal.

There is a small cover below P-R-N-D on
the gear selector panel. Open the rear edge
of the panel.

Insert the key blade, see page 128, into the
opening and press it down until it bottoms.

With the key blade pressed down, move
the gear selector out of the P position.

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