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1	Vent	1:15
2	Headlamps and parkinglights	1:8
3	Direction indicators, main/dipped beams and headlamps flash Cruise control	1:8 1:10
4	Hazard warning lights	1:8
5	Combined instrument	1:2-1:6
6	Windscreen wash/wipe headlamp wash/wipe	1:9
7	Vent	1:15
8	Heater and ventilation controls	1:15-1:17
9	Radio-cassette	1:7
10	Cigar lighter	1:13
11	Ashtray	1:13
12	Heated driver's seat	1:12
13	Heated passenger's seat	1:12
14	Parking brake (hand brake)	1:13
15	Rear fog lamps	1:11
16	Front fog lamps	1:11
17	Electrically operated antenna	1:7
18	Fuel cap cover	2:16
19	Horn	-
20	Ignition and steering wheel lock	1:9
21	Electrically operated sun roof	2:3
22	Heated rear window/rear view mirrors	1:12
23	Bonnet release	2:15
24	Electrically operated window winders Electrically operated rear window winders Central locking	1:14 2:5 2:3
25	Electrically operated front seats	2:6

Page 1:2 Instruments

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1	Fuel gauge	7	Odometer
2	Clock adjustment	8	Tachometer
3	Clock	9	Instrument illumination
4	Speedometer
	intensity adjustment knob
5	Trip meter	10	Temperatue gauge
6	Trip meter reset knob

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Fuel gauge

The fuel tank holds 80 litres. the red section indicates 9 litres Clock The clock is powered by the car's battery. To adjust, push in the knob (2) and turn as required. Trip meter The trip meter is used to measure short trips. The digit at the extreme right = 100 metres. Push in knob to reset. If the figures on the trip meter are red, the trip meter and the speedometer have been replaced. The mileage and the date of replacement have been noticed in your Service booklet.

Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. The engine should not be operated in the red section nor driven at above 6000 rpm Instruments illumination intensity adjustment knob Turn clockwise - brighter Turn anit-clockwise - dimmer Temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the coolant in the engine. If the pointer repeatedly enters the red section, the coolant level and fan belt tension should be checked as soon as possible. See chapter 7.

Page 1:4 Indicator and warning lamps

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1	Direction indicator, left	11	Headlamp main failure beams
2	Direction indicator, right	12	Brake circuit failure
3	Not connected	13	Parking brake
4	Not connected
14	Bulb failure warning lamp
5	ABS malfunction*	15	Insufficient washer fluid
6	Lights on		If the lamp glows there is only about
7	SRS**		½-1 litre fluid in the washer reservoir.
8	Low oil pressure	16	4th speed disengaged
9	Battery charge failure	17	Seat belt reminder lamp
10	Not connected	18	Not connected
	* Anti-lock brakes
	** Air bag

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The warning lamps described on this page should never be on when driving

When the ignition is switched on, i.e., before the engine is started, all warning lights should come on the test the bulbs. If any warning lights stays on after the engine has started, the cause must be investigated immediately. (However, the parking brake reminder light will not go out until the parking brake is fully released.)

	Battery charge failure		Brake circuit failure
A warning light will glow if the alternator is not charging the battery; if this happens while the engine is running, check the tension of the alternator drive belt without delay.		If the light comes on while driving or when braking the fluid level is too low Stop immediately and check the level of the brake fluid (see 7:4 for location) If the level is under MIN in the whole reservoir: do not drive the car but have it towed to a workshop for checking and repair. If the level is under MIN on only one side of the reservoir: drive carefully to your Volvo workshop for checking.
	Low oil pressure		Bulb failure warning lamp
If this lamp comes on when the engine is running, the oil pressure is too low. Switch off the engine immediately and check the oil level, see chapter 8 After hard driving, the lamp will come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.		A light will come on if any of the following bulbs are defective: Dipped beams Tail lamps Brake lights (the lamp glows when the brake pedal is depressed) Check the fuse and bulb. Should the warning lamp become on after defective outside bulb has been replaced, the corresponding bulb on the other side of the car should also be replaced.

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	SRS		Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
If the light comes on (or stay on once the vehicle has been started) the SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault. Drive immediately to a Volvo dealer for an inspection of the system. See chapter 2 for more details.		ABS prevents wheel lock-up during severe braking conditions. If the warning lamp lights up there is a malfunction (the standard braking system will however function) and the vehicle should be driven to a Volvo workshop for inspection. See 3:3 for more information about ABS.

Page 1:7 Radio, cassette player, Electrically operated antenna

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Radio, cassette player, equalizer	Electrically operated antenna
Your Volvo 780 is equipped with a radio, cassette player and equalizer. Powerful in- build speakers give you high quality sound. A separate instruction manual for the radio, cassette player and equalizer is in your document wallet. Your Volvo dealer will be pleased to assist you if you have any questions about the operation of your sound equipment.	Posistion A - The antenna extends when the radio is turned on. Position B - The antenna retracts or remains retracted when the radio is off. You can still listen to the cassette player even when the antenna is fully retracted.     Note: Always retract the antenna before     driving into an automatic car wash or     driving in any area with a low roof.

Page 1:8 Headlamps, Direction indicators, Hazard warning lamps

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Headlamps and parking lights
	All lights off
	Parking lights on Front and rear parking lights on Do not use the parking lights when driving.
	Headlamps and parking lightsIgnition at "0" all lights off. Ignition at I, II, or III headlamps, parking lights, numberplatelights and instruments illumination switched on. The headlamps should be used for night driving and when driving in poorly lit streets. All lights are extinguished when the engine is turned off and the light switch is at

Direction indicators, main/dipped beams and headlamp flasher				Hazard warning lamps
1	Lane changing, overtaking Light pressure upwards or downwards. The lever will return to the neutral position when released.	3	Headlamp flasher (headlamps off) Pull the lever towards the steering wheel. The main beams remain on until the lever is released.	All exterior direction indicators flash when the switch is actuated. Use this to inform other road users of an obstruction or hazard caused by your vehicle. Regulations governing the use of the hazard warning lamps vary from country to country.
2	Normal turns	3	Main beam/dipped beam switching (headlamps off) Pull the lever towards the steering wheel, past the headlamp flash position, and release it.

                    A blown direction indicator bulb will cause the indicator light to
                    flash more rapidly than usual.

Page 1:9 Windscreen wash/wipe, Ignition switch/Steering wheel lock

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Ignition switch/steering Wheel lock

0 Lock position The steering wheel is locked when the ignition key it withdrawn from the lock. I Intermediate position "Radio" Certain electrical components (e.g. heater fan cigar lighter, radio, headlamps, fueltank cap cover switch) can now be operated. The ignition system is switched off. II Drive Key position during driving. Tail lights, numberplate lights and instrument illumination are all on. III Start position The starter motor is engaged. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. It automatically springs back to the engine-running position. If the ignition key is difficult to turn, this is due tension in the steering column lock. Turn the steering slightly left and right to loosen.

Windscreen wash/wipe, headlamp wash/wipe
1	Intermittent wiping Useful when driving in misty weather con- ditions or light rain. The wipers will make a single sweep every six seconds.	5	Windscreen wash/wipe and headlamp wash/wipe The washers are operated in this position and the windscreen wipers make 2 or 3 sweeps after the lever is released. The headlamp washers operate at the same time as the windscreen washers.
2	Single sweep Slightly depress the lever. The wipers return to the park position when the lever is released. Especially useful in light rain.
3	Normal speed
4	High speed

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WARNING! The cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving on wet or slippery roads. Note:When driving on hills the actual vehicle speed my vary slightly from the set cruise control speed.

Engagement The cruise control switches are located on the direction indcator stalk. To engage and set desired speed: 1 Set switch (B) to ON. 2 Accelerate to desired cruise speed.    Note The cruise control cannot be engaged    at speeds below 35 km/h. 3 Depress SET SPEED switch (A)

Reducing speed Cruise control is automatically disengaged when the brakes are applied. Previously selected cruise speed is retained in the memory and momentarily setting the swith to RESUME position the speed will be re-engaged. Acceleration Momentary acceleration, such as for over- taking, does not interrupt cruise control operation. the previously selected speed will be maintained without having to set switch to RESUME.

If the cruise control is already engaged, the cruising speed can be increased by depressing the SET SPEED button (A). The vehicle will then maintain the current speed. Disengagement Set the switch (B) to position OFF, or depress the brake pedal. Switching off the ignition will also automatically disengage the cruise control system.

Page 1:11 Rear foglamps, Front foglamps

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Rear foglamps The rear foglamps are considerly stronger than the normal tail lights and should be used when visibility is poor.	Front foglamps Foglamps should be used when visibility is poor.
Note: Regulations governing the use of these                                       lamps may vary from market to market.

Page 1:12 Heated rear windows, door mirrors and seats

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Heated rear window Heated door mirrors Depress the switch to remove mist or frost from the rear window and door mirrors The heating circuits incorporate a timer which cuts out the door mirror heating after 6 minutes and the rear window heating after 12 minutes. the orange lights in the swith will go out when the heating stops. Pressing the switch when the lights are on will also switch off the heating.

Pressing the switch once again will restart the cycle. Do not place items against the inner surface of the window that my damage the electrical conductors. Do not use scapers, sharp instruments or window cleaners containing abrasives to clear the window.

Heated front seats Switch on or off as required. Whwn switched on the seats are automatically heated and when the optimal temperature is reached the heating automatically switches off. The passenger seat will only be heated when it is occupied.

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Parking brake (handbrake) The parking brake (lever between the front seats) operates on the rear wheels. A dash- board warning lamp comes on when the brake is applied. Press button to release the brake, lift lever slightly and ease down. Note: The parking brake must always be used when the vehicle is parked.

Cigar lighter 6-8 seconds after being pushed in, the lighter will spring back ready for use.

Ashtrays Empty ashtays by pulling to the limit and pressing down the tongue.

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Left front

Right front

Electrically operated window winders The window winder switches (rocker type), located in the armrests of the doors, (see above), will only function when the ignition is turned on (at position II). To lower the window , press rear part; to raise, press front part

Page 1:15 Heating, ventilation and air conditioning

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ECC Electronic Climate Control		Air vents
The climate unit functions automatically but you can also operate the system manually if you wish. The temperature inside the car is automatically regulated with the help of two sensors placed in different positions in the car. One sensor is placed on top of the dash- board where it "senses" the sun's rays and the other sensor is placed on the courtesy lightning fixture and "senses" the temperature in the centre of the car.	Air conditioning gives you the opportunity of having a comfortable temperature in the car even if it is very hot outside. Be sure to keep the windows and the sun roof closed. The following two pages describe how the air conditioning works and how you can get the best use out of it.	A Open B Closed C Lateral adjustment D Vertical adjustment For added ventilation an adjustable air vent is located just below the steering column.

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Fan	Mode selector	Temperture
0 = Off    5 = Max speed aut = Fan speed         automatically regulated	Select mode as required aut = normal mode	Set temperature disired The dial is graduated in Centigrade or Fahrenheit.

Mode selector
	= air distribution automatically      regulated
	Air through panel vents
	Defrost. Air to windscreen and side windows.
	Air through floor, windscreen and side windows.
	Air through floor vents.
	Bi-level. Air through floor and panel vents.Air supplies from panel vents is slightly colder than air released at foot level.

Air in the car recirculates. Almost no fresh air from outside. Will not function on de- frost setting. Lamp is on when this function is engaged.	Air conditioning engaged.This is the nor- mal position. The lamp has two functions:      air conditioning engaged      fault in system

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Automatic setting

It doesn't matter if it is hot or cold outside!

Just select aut and the desired temperature. If you set the temperature3 at maximum cooling or heating the fan operatus at the fastest speed.

Optimum demist

Set at The air conditioning lamp will also light up. Set the fan at 2 once the mist has disappeared.

Additional information

Faulty air conditioning unit

The air conditioning compressor is only engaged if the temperature is above +5°C. . For use in heavy traffic, to prevent fumes from other vehicles entering the passenger compartment. Only to be used for 10-15 minutes as air may become stale and windows could mist up. Note:The air conditioning system will prevent misting even in cold first weather, because the ambient air is first dehumidified. Use the air condtioning system regularly to ensure that it functions at its best. Note: If anything is placed over the sensor located on top of the dashboard on the passenger's side the climate unit will receive incorrect information.

The button has a lamp which indicates a fault in the unit. If the lamp begins to blink when the ignition is turned on there is a simple fault in the unit. If the lamp continues blink for more than 20 seconds there is a more serious fault. Contact your volvo workshop

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