Volvo XC60 Recharge Plug-in Hybrid (2021 year). Manual in english — page 24

If the instrument panel is not used, it will
go dark after a period of time. To reactivate
the display:

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depress the brake pedal,

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open one of the doors, or

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put the ignition in mode

by turning

the

START

knob clockwise and then

releasing.

Related information

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Hybrid symbols and messages in the
instrument panel (p. 411)

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Charging status in the vehicle's charging
socket (p. 403)

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Charging status in the charging cable's
control module (p. 405)

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Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 410)

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Stopping hybrid battery charging

To stop charging of the hybrid battery, unlock
the vehicle, unplug the charging cable from
the vehicle's charging socket and then
unplug the cable from the 120/240 V outlet
(alternating current).

Before the charging cable is removed from
the vehicle's charging socket, the vehicle
must be unlocked using the unlock button
on the remote key. This must be done even
if the vehicle's doors are already unlocked.
If the vehicle is not unlocked using the
unlock button, the charging cable or sys-
tem may be damaged.

Opening and closing the charging socket
cover (p. 401)

Always unlock the vehicle so that charging
is cut off before the connection to the
120/240 V outlet (AC, alternating current)
is disconnected. Note that the charging
cable must be disconnected from the vehi-
cle's charging socket before it is discon-
nected from the 120/240 V outlet, partly
to prevent damage to the system and party
to prevent unintentional interruption of
charging.

Unlock the vehicle with the remote key.
Charging will stop.

Press the lock button on the charging
cable's handle. The handle will be
released/unlocked. Unplug the cable from
the vehicle's charging socket and close
the charger door.

Unplug the cable from the 120/240 V out-
let.

Stow the charging cable in the storage
compartment under the cargo area floor.

Charging cable automatically locks

If the charging cable cannot be removed from
the charging socket, it will automatically lock
into place again after unlocking to maximize
charging and range and to enable precondi-
tioning before driving. The charging cable can
be removed again if the vehicle is unlocked
using the remote key. For vehicles with
Passive Entry

, the handle can be used to lock

and unlock.

Related information

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Charge cable (p. 398)

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Initiating hybrid battery charging (p. 401)

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Hybrid symbols and messages in

the instrument panel

A number of symbols and messages relating
to the Recharge may be displayed in the

instrument panel. They may also appear in
combination with general indicator and warn-
ing symbols and disappear when the neces-
sary action has been taken.

Symbol Message

Meaning

12 V Battery

Charging fault, service urgent. Drive
to workshop

Battery fault. Contact a workshop

to have the battery checked as soon as possible.

12 V Battery

Charging fault Stop safely

Battery fault. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible and contact a workshop

to have the bat-

tery checked.

12 V Battery

Fuse failure Service required

Battery fault. Contact a workshop

to have the system checked as soon as possible.

HV battery

Overheated, stop safely

The hybrid battery's temperature seems to be rising at an abnormal rate. Stop the vehicle and
turn off the engine. Wait at least 5 minutes before driving. Call a workshop

or inspect the

vehicle to make sure everything seems normal before continuing to drive.

Reduced performance

Max vehicle speed limited

The hybrid battery's charge level is too low for driving at high speeds. Charge the battery as
soon as possible.

Propulsion system

Harsh behavior at low speed, vehicle
ok to use

The hybrid system is not functioning properly. Contact a workshop

to have the system

checked as soon as possible.

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Symbol Message

Meaning

Hybrid system failure

Service required

The hybrid system is not functioning. Contact a workshop

to have the system checked as

soon as possible.

Charge cable

Remove before start

Displayed when the driver attempts to start the vehicle with the charging cable still con-
nected. Remove the charging cable and close the charger cover.

An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.

Related information

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Initiating hybrid battery charging (p. 401)

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Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 410)

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Indicator and warning symbols (p. 99)

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Hybrid gauge (p. 91)

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Hybrid battery gauge (p. 92)

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Long-term storage of vehicles with

hybrid batteries

To help minimize degradation of the hybrid
battery if the vehicle is not driven for a pro-
longed period (longer than 1 month) the
hybrid battery charge level should be kept at
approx. 25% according to the gauge in the
instrument panel.

Do as follows:

1. If the hybrid battery charge level is high,

drive the vehicle until the charge level is
approximately 25%. If the charge level is
low, charge the battery until the level rea-
ches approximately 25%.

2. If the vehicle is not driven for more than 6

months or the hybrid battery's charge
level is noticeably below the 25% mark,
charge the battery to about 25% to help
compensate for the natural battery dis-
charge that occurs in long-term storage.
Regularly check the charge level using the
gauge in the instrument display.

Initiating hybrid battery charging (p. 401)

Store the vehicle in as cool a location as
possible to minimize battery aging during
long-term storage. In the summer, park the
vehicle indoors or in a shady location,
whichever is cooler.

Related information

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Hybrid battery gauge (p. 92)

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Starting the vehicle

The vehicle can be started using the start
knob in the tunnel console when the remote
key is in the passenger compartment.

Start knob in the tunnel console.

WARNING

Before starting:

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Buckle your seat belt.

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Adjust the seat, steering wheel and
mirrors.

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Make sure you can fully depress the
brake pedal.

The remote key is not physically used to start
the ignition because the vehicle is equipped
with the keyless Passive Start system.

To start the vehicle:

The vehicle cannot be started if the charg-
ing cable is still plugged in. Make sure to
pull out the charging cable from the charg-
ing socket before starting the vehicle.

1. The remote key must be inside the vehicle.

For vehicles with Passive Start, the key
must be in the front section of the passen-
ger compartment. With the optional key-
less locking/unlocking function

, the key

can be anywhere in the vehicle.

2. Press and hold down the brake pedal

far as possible.

3. Turn the start knob clockwise and release.

The control will automatically return to the
original position.

WARNING

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Never use more than one inlay mat at a
time on the driver's floor. If any other
type of floor mat is used, remove the
original mat from the driver's seat floor
before driving. All types of mats must
be securely anchored in the attach-
ment points in the floor. Make sure the
floor mat does not impede the move-
ment of the brake pedal or accelerator
pedal in any way, as this could be a
serious safety hazard.

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Volvo's floor mats are specially manu-
factured for your vehicle. They must be
properly secured in the attachment
points in the floor to help ensure they
cannot slide and become trapped
under the pedals.

The starter motor will crank until the engine
starts or until overheating protection is trig-
gered.

During normal start conditions, the vehicle's
electric motor will be prioritized and the gaso-
line engine will remain off. This means that
once the start knob is turned clockwise, the
electric motor has been "started" and the vehi-
cle is ready to be driven. The warning and
information symbols in the instrument panel

If the vehicle is moving, it is only necessary to turn the start knob clockwise to start the engine.

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will go out and the selected theme will be dis-
played to indicate that the electric motor is
activated.

In some situations such as in cold weather or
if the hybrid battery's charge level is too low
the gasoline engine will start instead.

Error messages

If the

Vehicle key not found

message is

shown in the instrument panel at start, place
the remote key at the backup reader and then
make a new start attempt.

Location of the backup reader in the tunnel console.

When the remote key is placed in the
backup reader, make sure that no other
vehicle keys, metal objects or electronic
devices (e.g. cellular phones, tablets, lap-
tops or chargers) are in the backup reader.
Multiple vehicle keys close to each other in
the backup reader can disrupt their func-
tionality.

Vehicle start

System check, wait

is dis-

played in the instrument panel while attempt-
ing to start the vehicle, wait until the message
disappears and try again to start the vehicle.

If the engine has not responded after 3
attempts – wait for 3 minutes before star-
ting a new attempt. Starting capability
increases if the starter battery is given time
to recover.

The vehicle cannot be started if the hybrid
battery is discharged.

WARNING

Never

remove the remote control key from

the vehicle while driving.

WARNING

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Always remove the remote key from
the passenger compartment when you
leave the vehicle and make sure the
ignition is in mode

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Always put the gear selector in

and

apply the parking brake before leaving
the vehicle. Never leave the vehicle
unsupervised while the engine is run-
ning.

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Always open the garage door fully and
make sure that ventilation is very good
before starting the engine in a garage.
The exhaust fumes produced by the
vehicle contain carbon monoxide,
which is invisible and odorless but very
toxic.

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

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Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. This could prevent fluids
from properly lubricating vital compo-
nents in the engine before it has
reached the proper operating tempera-
ture.

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The engine should be idling when the
gear selector is moved. Never acceler-
ate until the gear is fully engaged.
Accelerating rapidly before a gear is
properly engaged could lead to harder
wear of components.

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To help prevent the transmission oil
from overheating, select

when

idling at a standstill for prolonged peri-
ods of time.

Switching off the vehicle (p. 418)

With a cold start, idling speed may be con-
siderably higher than normal for certain
engine types. This is done to get the emis-
sions system up to normal operating tem-
perature as quickly as possible, which min-
imizes exhaust emissions and protects the
environment.

Related information

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Ignition modes (p. 419)

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Selecting ignition mode (p. 420)

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Switching off the vehicle

The vehicle can be switched off using the
start knob in the tunnel console.

Start knob in the tunnel console.

To switch off the vehicle:

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Turn the start knob clockwise and release
to switch off the vehicle. The control will
automatically return to the original posi-
tion.

If the vehicle rolls:

–

Turn clockwise and hold the knob until the
vehicle switches off.

Related information

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Starting the vehicle (p. 416)

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Ignition modes (p. 419)

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Selecting ignition mode (p. 420)

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Ignition modes

The vehicle's ignition can be put in various
modes (levels) to make different functions
available.

To enable the use of a limited number of func-
tions when the engine is not running, the igni-
tion can be put in one of three different levels:

and

. These levels are referred to as "igni-

The following table shows which functions are
available in each ignition mode:

Mode Functions

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The odometer, clock and tem-
perature gauge are illumi-
nated

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The power

seats can be

adjusted.

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The power windows can be
used.

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The center display is activated
and can be used

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The infotainment system can
be used

In this mode, the functions are
available for a limited time and
then switch off automatically.

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Mode Functions

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The panoramic roof, power
windows, 12-volt electrical
socket in the passenger com-
partment, Bluetooth, naviga-
tion, phone, blower and wind-
shield wipers can be used.

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The power seats can be
adjusted.

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The 12-volt electrical socket

the cargo compartment can be
used.

Electrical current will be taken
from the battery in this ignition
mode.

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The headlights illuminate.

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Warning/indicator lights illumi-
nate for 5 seconds.

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A number of other systems are
activated. However, seat and
rear window heating can only
be activated when the engine
is running.

This ignition mode uses a lot of
current from the battery and
should be avoided whenever
possible!

Also activated when the door is opened.

Related information

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Starting the vehicle (p. 416)

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Selecting ignition mode (p. 420)

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Selecting ignition mode

The vehicle's ignition can be put in various
modes (levels) to make different functions
available.

Selecting an ignition mode

Start knob in the tunnel console.

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Ignition mode 0

– Unlock the vehicle and

keep the remote key in the passenger
compartment.

Starting the vehicle (p. 416)

To set level

without

engine start –

not

depress the brake pedal (or clutch

pedal for vehicles with manual transmis-
sion) when selecting this ignition mode.

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Ignition mode I

– Turn the start knob

clockwise and release it. The control will

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automatically return to the original posi-
tion.

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Ignition mode II

– Turn the start knob

clockwise and hold it there for
approx. 5 seconds. Release the knob,
which will automatically return to its origi-
nal position.

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Back to ignition mode 0

– To return to

ignition mode

from modes

and

, turn

the start knob clockwise and release it.
The control will automatically return to the
original position.

Related information

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Switching off the vehicle (p. 418)

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Ignition modes (p. 419)

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Brake functions

The vehicle's brakes are used to reduce
speed or prevent the vehicle from rolling.

In addition to the wheel brakes and parking
brakes, the vehicle is also equipped with a
number of automatic brake assist functions.
These systems provide assistance by e.g. the
driver not needing to depress the brake pedal
at a traffic light, when starting up a hill or
when driving down a hill.

Depending on how the vehicle is equipped,
the following brake assist functions may be
included:

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Auto-hold brake function at a standstill
(Auto Hold)

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Hill Start Assist (Hill Start Assist)

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Braking assist after a collision

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City Safety

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Hill Descent Control (Hill Descent Control)

Related information

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Auto-hold brakes (p. 428)

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Parking brake (p. 425)

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Braking assist after a collision (p. 430)

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Hill Start Assist (p. 430)

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City Safety

™

(p. 327)

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Hill Descent Control (p. 451)

Brakes

The brake pedal is used to apply the vehicle's
regular brakes, which are part of the brake
system.

The vehicle is equipped with two brake cir-
cuits. If one brake circuit is damaged, the
brake pedal may go down further when
depressed. More pressure will then be
required from the driver for normal braking
effect.

WARNING

The power brakes only work when the

electric motor or combustion engine is run-

ning.

If the brake pedal is used when the vehicle is
switched off, the pedal must be depressed
with greater pressure, past the normal braking
position, in order to brake the vehicle.

In very hilly areas or when driving with a heavy
load, gear position

can be used to augment

the brakes with engine braking.

Use the Off Road drive mode to increase the
engine braking effect when driving on steep
downgrades at low speeds.

Anti-lock brakes

The vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock
Braking System (ABS

), which helps prevent

the wheels from locking and helps maintain

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steering control when braking. Vibrations may
be felt from the brake pedal when ABS is
operating, which is normal.

After the vehicle is started, a brief test of the
ABS system is automatically performed when
the driver releases the brake pedal. An addi-
tional automatic test of the system may be
performed when the vehicle is traveling at a
low speed. During the test, the brake pedal
may feel as though it is pulsating.

Light braking charges the hybrid
battery

When the brakes are applied lightly, the elec-
tric motor braking function is used. This con-
verts the vehicle's kinetic energy into electrical
energy, which is used to charge the hybrid
battery. When the battery is being charged
with the electric motor braking function, this
will be indicated in the instrument panel.

When the battery is being charged with the electric

motor braking function, this will be indicated in the

instrument panel.

This function is active at speeds in the range
of 150-5 km/h (93-3 mph). When braking at
speeds outside of this range, or during harder
braking, the hydraulic braking system is used
to augment braking. This is indicated in the
instrument panel with the pointer down in the
red area.

Symbols in the instrument panel

Symbol Meaning

Check the brake fluid level. If the
level is low, fill brake fluid and
check to determine the reason
for the loss of brake fluid.

Fault in pedal sensor.

Anti-lock Braking System

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Symbol Meaning

Steady glow for 2 seconds after
the engine is started: Automatic
function check.

Steady glow for more than 2
seconds: Fault in the ABS sys-
tem. The vehicle's regular brake
system is still working, but with-
out the ABS function.

If the message

Brake pedal

Characteristics changed Serv-
ice required

is displayed, the

"Brake-by-wire" system is not
functioning properly. The brake
pedal must be depressed with
greater pressure, past the normal
braking position, in order to
brake the vehicle.

In Canada.

In the US.

WARNING

If the warning symbols for both brake fault

and ABS fault are lit simultaneously, there

may be a fault in the brake system.

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If the brake fluid reservoir level is nor-
mal when this occurs, drive carefully to
the nearest workshop to have the
brake system checked - an authorized
Volvo workshop is recommended.

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If the brake fluid has fallen below the

MIN

level in the brake fluid reservoir,

the vehicle should not be driven until
the brake fluid has been filled. The rea-
son for the brake fluid loss must be
checked.

Related information

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Brake Assist System (p. 423)

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Auto-hold brakes (p. 428)

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Hill Start Assist (p. 430)

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Braking on wet roads (p. 424)

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Braking on salted roads (p. 424)

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Maintenance of the brake system (p. 424)

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Brake lights (p. 164)

Brake Assist System

The brake enhancing system, (BAS

), helps

increase braking force and can thereby
reduce braking distance.

The system monitors the driver's braking hab-
its and increases braking force when neces-
sary. Braking force can be increased up to the
point at which the ABS intervenes.

Related information

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Brake Assist System

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Braking on wet roads

Prolonged driving in heavy rain without brak-
ing may cause braking effect to be slightly
delayed the first time the brakes are applied.

This may also occur after washing the vehicle.
It will then be necessary to apply greater pres-
sure to the brake pedal. You should therefore
maintain a greater distance to the vehicle
ahead.

Firmly apply the brakes after washing the
vehicle or driving on wet roads. This helps
warm up the brake discs, enabling them to dry
more quickly and protecting them against cor-
rosion. Consider the current traffic situation
when braking.

Related information

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Braking on salted roads (p. 424)

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Braking on salted roads

When driving on salted roads, a layer of salt
may form on the brake discs and brake pads.

This could increase stopping distance. Main-
tain an extra large safety distance to the vehi-
cle ahead. Make sure to also:

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Apply the brakes from time to time to help
remove salt. Make sure braking does not
pose a risk to any other road users.

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Gently apply the brakes when you have
finished driving and before driving again.

Related information

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Braking on wet roads (p. 424)

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Maintenance of the brake system

Regularly check the brake system compo-
nents for wear.

To keep the vehicle as safe and reliable as
possible, follow the Volvo service schedule
specified in the Warranty and Maintenance
Records Information booklet. After replacing
brake pads and brake discs, braking effect is
not adapted until they are "broken in" by driv-
ing a few hundred kilometers (miles). Com-
pensate for the reduced braking effect by
applying greater pressure to the brake pedal.
Volvo recommends only using brake pads
approved for your Volvo.

The brake system's components should be
regularly checked for wear.

Contact a workshop for advice on how to
do this or let a workshop perform the
inspection - an authorized Volvo workshop
is recommended.

Related information

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