Introduction
Important information
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Bulleted lists
A bulleted list is used when there is a list of
points in the owner's manual.
Example:
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Coolant
•
Engine oil
Images
The images in the book are sometimes sche-
matic and may differ from the appearance of
the vehicle, depending on the equipment level
and market.
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Recording data
Your vehicle contains a number of computers
whose function is to continuously check and
monitor the vehicle's operation and function-
ality. Some of the computers can record
information during normal driving if they
detect an error. In addition, information is
recorded in the event of a collision or inci-
dent. Parts of the recorded information are
required so that technicians can diagnose
and rectify faults in the vehicle during servic-
ing and maintenance and so that Volvo can
fulfil legal requirements and other regulations.
In addition to this, the information is used for
research purposes by Volvo in order to con-
tinually develop quality and safety, as the
information can contribute to a better under-
standing of the factors that cause accidents
and injuries. The information includes details
of the status and functionality of various sys-
tems and modules in the vehicle with regard
to engine, throttle, steering and brake sys-
tems, amongst other things. This information
may include details regarding the way the
driver drives the vehicle, such as vehicle
speed, brake and accelerator pedal use,
steering wheel movement and whether or not
the driver and passengers have used their
seatbelts. For the reasons given this informa-
tion may be stored in the vehicle's computers
for a certain length of time, but also as a
result of a collision or incident. This informa-
tion may be stored by Volvo as long as it can
help to further develop and further enhance
safety and quality and as long as there are
legal requirements and other regulations that
Volvo needs to consider.
Volvo will not contribute to the above-descri-
bed information being disclosed to third par-
ties without the vehicle owner's consent.
However, due to national legislation and reg-
ulations Volvo may be required to disclose
such information to authorities such as police
authorities, or others who may assert a legal
right to have access to it.
To be able to read and interpret the informa-
tion recorded by the computers in the vehicle
requires special technical equipment that
Volvo, and workshops that have entered into
agreements with Volvo, have access to. Volvo
is responsible that the information, which is
transferred to Volvo during servicing and
maintenance, is stored and handled in a
secure manner and that the handling com-
plies with applicable legal requirements. For
further information - contact a Volvo dealer.
Accessories and extra equipment
The incorrect connection and installation of
accessories can negatively affect the car's
electrical system. Certain accessories only
function when their associated software is
installed in the car's computer system. We
therefore recommend that you always con-
tact an authorised Volvo workshop before
installing accessories which are connected to
or affect the electrical system.