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:
Connecting external devices
Sockets for auxiliary devices in the storage compartment between
the front seats
An auxiliary device, such as an iPod or MP3 player can be connected to the audio
system via one of the sockets i ...
Whiplash Protection System – WHIPS
The WHIPS system consists of specially designed hinges and brackets on the front
seat backrests designed to help absorb some of the energy generated in a collision
from the rear (when the vehicl ...
Exterior components
Volvo recommends the use of special cleaning
products, available at your Volvo retailer, for
cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental
components such as chromed strips on the
exterior o ...
