Introduction

The symbols in the vehicle's various displays are divided into three main categories:
• Warning symbols
• Indicator symbols
• Information symbols
The following tables list the most common symbols, their meaning and the pages in this manual that provide more detailed information.
Warning/information symbol
This symbol (
) lights up and
glows red if
the condition is related to safety and/or drivability
or yellow to alert the driver to e.g., fill the
washer fluid reservoir, etc. In either case, a
message will be displayed in the instrument
panel display.
See also:
Cleaning the brake discs
Coatings of dirt and water on the brake discs may result in delayed brake function.
This delay is minimized by cleaning the brake linings.
Cleaning the brake pads is advisable in wet weather, prior ...
Driving Dynamics: Chassis
The Volvo S40 combines an engaging, dynamic driving experience with a high
level of active safety, thanks to its sophisticated suspension system, high
level of torsional rigidity, wide track and t ...
Guiding lines
The lines on the screen are projected as if they
were a path on the ground behind the vehicle
and are affected by the way in which the steering
wheel is turned. This enables the driver to
se ...
