Volvo 2001 S80 - Manual (Page 111)

2001 Volvo S80
WARNING!
· Driving with the trunk open: Driving with the trunk open could lead to poisonous exhaust gases
entering the passenger compartment.
If the trunk must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows:
- Close the windows.
- Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and blower
control to its highest setting.
· Tires: It is recommended that tires of the same make and dimensions be used on all four wheels
(including the use of snow tires). Do not use bias ply tires as this will adversely alter vehicle handling
characteristics. Maintain correct tire pressure.
· Floor mats: An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator pedal to catch. Check that
the movement of the accelerator pedal is not impeded. No more than one protective floor covering
may be used at one time.
Electrical system
When replacing the battery or when carrying out work involving the electrical system, the
following should be observed:
· A battery connection to the wrong terminal will damage the electrical system. Be sure to connect the
positive battery cable to the positive battery terminal and the negative battery cable to the negative
battery terminal.
· If booster batteries are used for starting, they must be properly connected to minimize the risk of the
electrical system being damaged. For correct connection, see "Jump starting" section.
· Never disconnect the battery circuit (for example, to replace the battery) while the engine is running, as
this may damage the generator. Always make sure that all the battery connections are properly cleaned
and tightened.
· If any electrical welding work is performed on the vehicle, the battery's ground lead (negative cable)
and all the connecting cables of the generator must be disconnected and the welder cables placed as near
the welding points as possible.
· The radio must be turned off before the battery is disconnected.
· Switch off the ignition for at least 10 minutes before disconnecting the battery.
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