Volvo C70 (2013 year). Manual — part 10

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General information

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•

The tires with the most tread should always
be at the rear (to reduce the risk of skid-
ding).

•

Contact a Volvo workshop if you are
unsure about the tread depth.

Storing wheels and tires

When storing complete wheels (tires mounted
on rims), they should be suspended off the
floor or placed on their sides on the floor.

Tires not mounted on rims should be stored on
their sides or standing upright, but should not
be suspended.

CAUTION

Tires should preferably be stored in a cool,
dry, dark place, and should never be stored
in close proximity to solvents, gasoline, oils,
etc.

WARNING

•

The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo
are specified to meet stringent stability
and handling requirements. Unap-
proved wheel/tire size combinations
can negatively affect your vehicle's sta-
bility and handling.

•

Any damage caused by installation of
unapproved wheel/tire size combina-
tions will not be covered by your new
vehicle warranty. Volvo assumes no
responsibility for death, injury, or
expenses that may result from such
installations.

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Tire inflation

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Inflation placard

G032513

Tire inflation placard

Check tire inflation pressure regularly.

Tables listing the recommended inflation pres-
sure for your vehicle can be found beginning
on page 181. A tire inflation pressure placard
is also located on the driver's side B-pillar (the
structural member at the side of the vehicle, at
the rear of the driver's door opening). This plac-
ard indicates the designation of the factory-
mounted tires on your vehicle, as well as load
limits and inflation pressure.

NOTE

The placards shown indicate inflation pres-
sure for the tires installed on the car at the
factory only.

Use a tire gauge to check the tire inflation pres-
sure, including the spare, at least once a month
and before long trips. You are strongly urged
to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as auto-
matic service station gauges may be inaccu-
rate.

Use the recommended cold inflation pressure
for optimum tire performance and wear.
Under-inflation or over-inflation may cause
uneven treadwear patterns.

WARNING

•

Under-inflation is the most common
cause of tire failure and may result in
severe tire cracking, tread separation,
or "blowout," with unexpected loss of
vehicle control and increased risk of
injury.

•

Under-inflated tires reduce the load car-
rying capacity of your vehicle.

When weather temperature changes occur, tire
inflation pressures also change. A 10-degree
temperature drop causes a corresponding
drop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check

your tire pressures frequently and adjust them
to the proper pressure, which can be found on
the vehicle's tire information placard or certifi-
cation label.

Checking tire pressure

Cold tires

Inflation pressure should be checked when the
tires are cold.

The tires are considered to be cold when
they have the same temperature as the sur-
rounding (ambient) air.

This temperature is normally reached after the
car has been parked for at least 3 hours.

After driving a distance of approximately 1 mile
(1.6 km), the tires are considered to be hot. If
you have to drive farther than this distance to
pump your tire(s), check and record the tire
pressure first and add the appropriate air pres-
sure when you get to the pump.

If checking tire pressure when the tire is hot,
never "bleed" or reduce air pressure. The tires
are hot from driving and it is normal for pres-
sures to increase above recommended cold
pressures. A hot tire at or below recommended
cold inflation pressure could be significantly
under-inflated.

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Tire inflation

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To check inflation pressure:

1.

Remove the cap from the valve on one tire,
then firmly press the tire gauge onto the
valve.

2.

Add air to reach the recommended air
pressure

3.

Replace the valve cap.

4.

Visually inspect the tires to make sure there
are 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, bulges or other irregular-
ities.

6.

Repeat this procedure for each tire, includ-
ing the spare.

NOTE

•

If you overfill the tire, release air by
pushing on the metal stem in the center
of the valve. Then recheck the pressure
with your tire gauge.

•

Some spare tires require higher inflation
pressure than the other tires. Consult
the tire inflation tables, see page 181,
or see the inflation pressure placard.

Load ratings

See page 182 for an explanation of the load
rating on the sidewall of the tire.

Speed ratings

The speed ratings in the tables translate as fol-
lows:

Speed ratings

M

81 mph (130 km/h)

Q

100 mph (160 km/h)

T

118 mph (190 km/h)

H

130 mph (210 km/h)

V

149 mph (240 km/h)

W

168 mph (270 km/h)

Y

186 mph (300 km/h)

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Inflation pressure

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Tire inflation pressure table

The following tire pressures are recommended
by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer to the tire infla-

tion placard (see page 179 for its location) for
information specific to the tires installed on
your vehicle at the factory.

Tire size

Cold tire pressure up to four persons psi (kPa)

Front

psi (kPa)

Rear

psi (kPa)

235/45 R17

235/40 R18

36 (250)

36 (250)

Temporary spare tire

T125/85R16

61 (420)

61 (420)

NOTE

Please consult a Volvo retailer’s Parts
department for the most up-to-date speci-
fications.

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Tire designations

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Tire designations

1

2

3

4

5

6

12

11

10

8

7

9

G026442

Federal law mandates that tire manufacturers
place standardized information on the sidewall
of all tires (see the illustration).

The following information is listed on the tire
sidewall:

The tire designation:

NOTE

Please be aware that the following tire des-
ignation is an example only and that this
particular tire may not be available on your
vehicle.

215: The width of the tire (in millimeters)
from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. The
larger the number, the wider the tire.

65: The ratio of the tire's height to its width
in percent.

R: Radial tire (the designation RF and the

symbol indicate that the vehicle is

equipped with optional self-supporting run
flat tires

1

See page 203 for more informa-

tion about these tires).

15: The diameter of the wheel rim (in
inches).

95: The tire's load index. In this example, a
load index of 95 equals a maximum load of
1521 lbs (690 kg).

H: The tire's speed rating, or the maximum
speed at which the tire is designed to be
driven for extended periods of time, carry-
ing a permissible load for the vehicle, and
with correct inflation pressure. For exam-
ple, H indicates a speed rating of 130 mph
(210 km/h).

NOTE

The tire's load index and speed rating may
not appear on the sidewall because they are
not required by law.

M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All
Terrain, AS = All Season

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number
(TIN): This begins with the letters "DOT"
and indicates that the tire meets all federal
standards. The next two numbers or letters
are the plant code where it was manufac-
tured, the next two are the tire size code
and the last four numbers represent the
week and year the tire was built. For exam-
ple, 1510 means that the tire was manu-
factured during week 15 of 2010. The num-
bers in between are marketing codes used
at the manufacturer's discretion. This infor-
mation helps a tire manufacturer identify a
tire for safety recall purposes.

Tire Ply Composition and Material
Used: Indicates the number of plies indi-
cates or the number of layers of rubber-
coated fabric in the tire tread and sidewall.
Tire manufacturers also must indicate the
ply materials in the tire and the sidewall,
which include steel, nylon, polyester, and
others.

1

Self-supporting run flat tires may not be available on all models.

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Tire designations

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Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum
load in pounds and kilograms that can be
carried by the tire. Refer to the vehicle's tire
information placard located on the B-Pillar
or the driver's door for the correct tire pres-
sure for your vehicle.

Treadwear, Traction, and Temperature
grades: See page 187 for more informa-
tion.

Maximum permissible inflation pres-
sure: 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 have additional mark-
ings, notes or warnings such as standard load,
radial tubeless, etc.

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Glossary of tire terminology

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Terminology

•

Tire information placard: A placard
showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire
sizes, recommended inflation pressure,
and the maximum weight the vehicle can
carry.

•

Tire Identification Number (TIN): A num-
ber on the sidewall of each tire providing
information about the tire brand and man-
ufacturing plant, tire size and date of man-
ufacturer.

•

Inflation pressure: A measure of the
amount of air in a tire.

•

Standard load: A class of P-metric or Met-
ric tires designed to carry a maximum load
at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires].
Increasing the inflation pressure beyond
this pressure will not increase the tires load
carrying capability.

•

Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric
tires designed to carry a heavier maximum
load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric
tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure
beyond this pressure will not increase the
tires load carrying capability.

•

kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pres-
sure.

•

PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard
unit of air pressure.

•

B-pillar: The structural member at the side
of the vehicle behind the front door.

•

Bead area of the tire: Area of the tire next
to the rim.

•

Sidewall of the tire: Area between the
bead area and the tread.

•

Tread area of the tire: Area of the perim-
eter of the tire that contacts the road when
mounted on the vehicle.

•

Rim: The metal support (wheel) for a tire or
a tire and tube assembly upon which the
tire beads are seated.

•

Maximum load rating: a figure indicating
the maximum load in pounds and kilo-
grams that can be carried by the tire. This
rating is established by the tire manufac-
turer.

•

Maximum permissible inflation pres-
sure: the greatest amount of air pressure
that should ever be put in the tire. This limit
is set by the tire manufacturer.

•

Recommended tire inflation pressure:
inflation pressure, established by Volvo,
which is based on the type of tires that are
mounted on a vehicle at the factory. This
information can be found on the tire infla-
tion placard(s) located on the driver's side
B-pillar and in the tire inflation table in this
chapter.

•

Cold tires: The tires are considered to be
cold when they have the same temperature

as the surrounding (ambient) air. This tem-
perature is normally reached after the car
has been parked for at least 3 hours.

Properly loading your vehicle will provide maxi-
mum return of vehicle design performance.

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Vehicle loading

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Loading the vehicle

Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself
with the following terms for determining your
vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a
trailer, from the vehicle's Federal/Canadian
Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label, and the vehicle's tire informa-
tion placard:

Curb weight

The weight of the vehicle including a full tank
of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not
include passengers, cargo, or optional equip-
ment.

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.

NOTE

For trailer towing information, please refer to
the section "Towing a trailer", see
page 164.

Permissible axle weight

The maximum allowable weight that can be
carried by a single axle (front or rear). These
numbers are shown on the Federal/Canadian

Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/
CMVSS) label. The total load on each axle must
never exceed its maximum permissible weight.

Gross vehicle weight (GVW)

The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passen-
gers.

NOTE

•

The location of the various labels in your
vehicle can be found on page 270.

•

A table listing important weight limits for
your vehicle can be found on page
273.

Steps for Determining Correct Load
Limit

1.

Locate the statement "the combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX pounds" on your vehi-
cle's placard.

2.

Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be riding in
your vehicle.

3.

Subtract the combined weight of the driver
and passengers from XXX kilograms or
XXX pounds.

4.

The resulting figure equals the available
amount of cargo and luggage load
capacity. For example, if the "XXX" amount
equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lbs. passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage
load capacity is 650 lbs. (1400–750 (5×150)
= 650 lbs.)

5.

Determine the combined weight of luggage
and cargo being loaded on the vehicle.
That weight may not safely exceed the
available cargo and luggage load capacity
calculated in Step 4.

6.

If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load
from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual

1

to determine

how this reduces the available cargo and
luggage load capacity of your vehicle.

1

See "Towing a trailer"

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WARNING

•

Exceeding the permissible axle weight,
gross vehicle weight, or any other
weight rating limits can cause tire over-
heating resulting in permanent defor-
mation or catastrophic failure.

•

Do not use replacement tires with lower
load carrying capacities than the tires
that were original equipment on the
vehicle because this will lower the vehi-
cle's GVW rating. Use only tires with the
correct load carrying capacity. Consult
your Volvo retailer for information.

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Uniform tire quality gradings

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Uniform tire quality gradings

ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST
CONFORM TO FEDERAL SAFETY
REQUIREMENTS IN ADDITION TO THESE
GRADES

Quality grades can be found, where appli-
cable, on the tire sidewall between the tread
shoulder and maximum section width. For
example:

Treadwear 200 Traction AA

Temperature A

TREADWEAR

The treadwear grade is a comparative rating
based on the wear rate of the tire when tested
under controlled conditions on a specified gov-
ernment test course. For example, a tire gra-
ded 150 would wear one and one half (1 1/2)
times as well on the government course as a
tire graded 100. The relative performance of
tires depends upon the actual conditions of
their use, however, and many depart signifi-
cantly from the norm due to variation in driving
habits, maintenance practices and differences
in road characteristics and climate.

TRACTION

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are
AA, A, B, and C, as measured under controlled
conditions on specified government test sur-

faces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C
may have poor traction performance. The trac-
tion grade assigned to this tire is based on
braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and is
not a measure of cornering (turning) traction.

WARNING

The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on braking (straight-ahead) traction
tests and is not a measure of cornering
(turning) traction.

TEMPERATURE

The temperature grades are A (the highest), B,
and C, representing the tire's resistance to the
generation of heat and its ability to dissipate
heat when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the
material of the tire to degenerate and reduce
tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds
to a minimum level of performance that all pas-
senger vehicle tires must meet under the Fed-
eral Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B
and A represent higher levels of performance
on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum
required by law.

WARNING

The temperature grade for this tire is estab-
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and
not overloaded. Excessive speed, under-
inflation, or excessive loading, either sepa-
rately or in combination, can cause heat
buildup and tire failure.

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Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires

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Snow chains

Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with
the following restrictions:

•

Snow chains should be installed on front
wheels only. Use only Volvo approved
snow chains.

•

If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires
and wheels are installed and are of a size
different than the original tires and wheels,
chains in some cases CANNOT be used.
Sufficient clearances between chains and
brakes, suspension and body components
must be maintained.

•

Some strap-on type chains will interfere
with brake components and therefore
CANNOT be used.

•

Certain size tires may not allow the assem-
bly of snow chains/traction devices.

Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow
chain information.

CAUTION

•

Check local regulations regarding the
use of snow chains before installing.

•

Always follow the chain manufacturer's
installation instructions carefully. Install
chains as tightly as possible and
retighten periodically.

•

Never exceed the chain manufacturer's
specified maximum speed limit. (Under
no circumstances should you exceed
31 mph (50 km/h).

•

Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns
when driving with snow chains.

•

The handling of the vehicle can be
adversely affected when driving with
chains. Avoid fast or sharp turns as well
as locked wheel braking.

Snow tires, studded tires

Tires for winter use:

•

Owners who live in or regularly commute
through areas with sustained periods of
snow or icy driving conditions are strongly
advised to fit suitable winter tires to help
retain the highest degree of traction.

•

It is important to install winter tires on all
four wheels to help retain traction during
cornering, braking, and accelerating. Fail-

ure to do so could reduce traction to an
unsafe level or adversely affect handling.

•

Do not mix tires of different design as this
could also negatively affect overall tire road
grip.

•

Winter tires wear more quickly on dry roads
in warm weather. They should be removed
when the winter driving season has ended.

•

Studded tires should be run-in
300–600 miles (500–1000 km) during
which the car should be driven as smoothly
as possible to give the studs the opportu-
nity to seat properly in the tires. The tires
should have the same rotational direction
throughout their entire lifetime.

NOTE

Please consult state or provincial regula-
tions restricting the use of studded winter
tires before installing such tires.

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Tire Sealing System*

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Introduction

Location of the tire sealing system

Certain models are equipped with a tire sealing
system that enables you to temporarily seal a
hole in the tread surface and re-inflate a flat tire,
or to adjust a tire’s inflation pressure.

The system consists of an air compressor, a
container for the sealing compound, wiring to
connect the system to the vehicle’s electrical
system via one of the 12-volt sockets, and a
hose used to connect the system to the tire’s
inflation valve.

NOTE

The tire sealing system's compressor has
been tested and approved by Volvo.

The 12-volt socket is located in the front tunnel
console.

Accessing the tire sealing system

The tire sealing system is stowed in the com-
partment in the rear side of the ski hatch in the
center of the rear seat backrest. See page
118 for information on opening this hatch.

1.

Lift the floor hatch in the trunk.

2.

Lift out the tire sealing system.

NOTE

•

The tire sealing system is only intended
to seal holes on the tire’s tread area, not
the sidewall.

•

Tires with large holes or tears cannot be
repaired with the tire sealing system.

•

After use, stow the tire sealing system
properly to help prevent rattling.

WARNING

•

After using the tire sealing system, the
vehicle should not be driven farther than
approximately 120 miles (200 km).

•

Have the tire inspected by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician as
soon as possible to determine if it can
be permanently repaired or must be
replaced.

•

The vehicle should not be driven faster
than 50 mph (80 km/h) while using a tire
that has been temporarily repaired with
the tire sealing system.

•

After using the tire sealing system, drive
carefully and avoid abrupt steering
maneuvers and sudden stops.

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Tire sealing system–overview

G020400

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

WARNING

Please keep the following points in mind
when using the tire sealing system:

•

The sealing compound bottle (no. 8 in
the illustration) contains 1) rubber latex,
natural and 2) ethanediol. These sub-
stances are harmful if swallowed.

•

The contents of this bottle may cause
allergic skin reactions or otherwise be
potentially harmful to the respiratory
tract, the skin, the central nervous sys-
tem, and the eyes.

Precautions:

•

Keep out of reach of children.

•

Do not ingest the contents.

•

Avoid prolonged or repeated contact
with the skin.

•

Wash thoroughly after handling.

First aid:

•

Skin: Wash affected areas of skin with
soap and water. Get medical attention
if symptoms occur.

•

Eyes: Flush with plenty of water for least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting the
upper and lower eyelids. Get medical
attention if symptoms occur.

•

Inhalation: Move the exposed person to
fresh air. If irritation persists, get medi-
cal attention.

•

Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting
unless directed to do so by medical per-
sonnel. Get medical attention.

•

Disposal: Dispose of this material and
its container to a hazardous or special
waste collection point.

NOTE

Do not break the seal on the bottle. This
occurs automatically when the bottle is
screwed into the holder.

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Tire Sealing System*

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Tire sealing system–temporarily
repairing a flat tire

G019723

Temporarily repairing a flat tire is done in two
stages:

•

Stage 1: The hole is sealed by pumping
sealing compound into the tire. The car is
then driven a short distance to distribute
the sealing compound in the tire.

NOTE

Do not remove any foreign objects (nails,
etc.) from the tire before using the sealing
system.

•

Stage 2: The tire’s inflation pressure is
checked and adjusted if necessary.

WARNING

•

Never leave the tire sealing system
unattended when it is operating.

•

Keep the tire sealing system away from
children.

•

Be sure the vehicle is parked safely off
the road and away from moving traffic.

•

Apply the parking brake.

Stage 1: Sealing the hole

1.

Open the cover on the tire sealing kit.

2.

Peel off the speed limit sticker and affix it
to the steering wheel hub where it will be
clearly visible to the driver.

3.

Ensure that the on/off switch is in posi-
tion 0 (the 0 side of the switch should be
pressed down).

4.

Put on the gloves included in the tire seal-
ing system.

WARNING

Contact with the sealing compound may
cause skin irritation. If contact occurs, wash
the affected area immediately with soap and
water.

5.

Unscrew the orange cover over the bottle
holder and unscrew the cap on the bottle
of sealing compound.

NOTE

Do not break the seal on the bottle. This
occurs automatically when the bottle is
screwed into the holder.

6.

Screw the bottle into the bottle holder.

WARNING

The bottle is equipped with a catch to keep
it securely in place and help prevent sealing
compound leakage. Once in place, the bot-
tle cannot be unscrewed. This must be done
by a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician.

7.

Remove the valve cap from the tire’s infla-
tion valve and screw the tire sealing sys-
tem’s hose connector onto the valve as
tightly as possible by hand.

8.

Connect the electrical wire to the nearest
12-volt socket in the vehicle.

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

NOTE

Be sure that none of the other 12-volt sock-
ets is being used while the compressor is in
operation.

9.

Start the vehicle’s engine.

10. Start the tire sealing system’s compressor

by pressing the on/off switch to position I.

WARNING

•

Never stand next to the tire being inflated
when the compressor is in operation.

•

If cracks, bubbles, etc. form on the tire,
switch off the compressor immediately.

•

If there is visible damage to the sidewall
or the rim, the tire cannot be repaired.
The vehicle should not be driven if this
occurs. Contact a towing service or
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance if
applicable.

NOTE

The air pressure gauge will temporarily
show an increase in pressure to approxi-
mately 88 psi (6 bar) while the sealing com-
pound is being pumped into the tire. The
pressure should return to a normal level
after approximately 30 seconds.

11. Within seven minutes, inflate the tire to

between 22—44 psi (1.8—3.0 bar). Switch
off the compressor briefly to get a clear
reading from the pressure gauge.

CAUTION

The compressor should not be used for
more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid
overheating.

WARNING

If the pressure remains below 22 psi
(1.8 bar) after approximately seven minutes,
turn off the compressor. In this case, the
hole is too large to be sealed and the vehicle
should not be driven.

12. Switch off the compressor and disconnect

the electrical wire from the 12-volt socket.

13. Unscrew the hose from the tire’s inflation

valve and reinstall the valve cap.

14. Immediately drive the vehicle for approxi-

mately 2 miles (3 km) at a maximum speed
of 50 mph (80 km/h) to distribute the seal-
ing compound in the tire.

CAUTION

If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), the
use of the sealing compound may lead to
incorrect tire pressure readings or in rare
cases, damage to the tire pressure sensor.
Use the tire sealing system to check and
adjust the damaged tire's inflation pressure.

NOTE

•

Safely stow the tire sealing system in a
convenient place as it will soon be used
again to check the tire’s inflation pres-
sure.

•

The empty bottle of sealing compound
cannot be removed from the bottle
holder. Consult a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician to have the
bottle removed and properly disposed
of.

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Tire Sealing System*

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WARNING

If heavy vibrations, unsteady steering
behavior, or noises should occur while driv-
ing, reduce speed and park the vehicle in a
safe place. Recheck the tire for bumps,
cracks, or other visible damage, and
recheck its inflation pressure. If the pressure
is below 19 psi (1.3 bar), do not continue
driving. Have the vehicle towed to a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.

Stage 2: Checking inflation pressure

1.

Connect the tire sealing system as descri-
bed in stage 1.

2.

Refer to the inflation pressure table for the
correct inflation pressure. If the tire needs
to be inflated, start the tire sealing system’s
compressor. If necessary, release air from
the tire by turning the air release knob
counterclockwise.

CAUTION

The compressor should not be used for
more than 10 minutes at a time to avoid
overheating.

WARNING

If you interrupt your trip for more than 1
hour, check the inflation pressure in the
damaged tire again before continuing.

Replacing the sealing compound
container

The sealing compound container must be
replaced if:

•

the tire sealing system has been used to
repair a tire

•

the container’s expiration date has passed
(see the date on decal).

NOTE

•

After use, the sealing compound bottle,
the hose, and certain other system
components must be replaced. Please
consult your Volvo retailer for replace-
ment parts.

•

If the sealing compound bottle’s expi-
ration date has passed, please take it to
a Volvo retailer or a recycling station
that can properly dispose of harmful
substances.

Inflating tires

The tire sealing system can be used to inflate
the tires. To do so:

1.

Park the car in a safe place.

2.

The compressor should be switched off.
Ensure that the on/off switch is in posi-
tion 0 (the 0 side of the switch should be
pressed down).

3.

Take out the electrical wire and hose.

4.

Remove the valve cap from the tire’s infla-
tion valve and screw the hose connector
onto the valve as tightly as possible by
hand.

5.

Connect the electrical wire to the nearest
12-volt socket in the vehicle.

6.

Start the vehicle’s engine.