Page 1:1 Instruments, switches and controls |
Instruments, switches and controls |
Page 1:1 Instruments, switches and controls Page 1:2 Instruments Page 1:3 Instruments Page 1:4 Indicator and warning lamps Page 1:5 Warning lamps Page 1:6 Warning lamps Page 1:7 Radio, cassette player, Electrically operated, antenna Page 1:8 Headlamps, Direction indicators, Hazard warning lamps Page 1:9 Windscreen wash/wipe, Ignition switch/Steering wheel lock Page 1:10 Cruise control Page 1:11 Rear foglamps, Front foglamps Page 1:12 Heated rear windows, door mirrors and seats Page 1:13 Parking brake, Cigar lighter, Ashtrays Page 1:14 Electrically operated windows Page 1:15 Heating, ventilation and air conditioning Page 1:16 Heating and ventilation Page 1:17 Warning lamps Page 1:18 White page |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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 |
Page 1:3 Instruments |
Fuel gauge |
The fuel tank holds 80 litres. the red section indicates 9 litresClockThe clock is powered by the car's battery. To adjust, push in the knob(2) and turn as required. Trip meterThe trip meter is used to measure short trips. The digit at theextreme 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
Turn clockwise - brighter |
Page 1:4 Indicator and warning lamps |
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 |
Page 1:5 Warning lamps |
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Battery charge failure |
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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. |
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Low oil pressure |
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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. |
Page 1:6 Warning lamps |
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SRS |
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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 |
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 |
Headlamps and parking lights | ![]() |
All lights off |
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Parking lights on Front and rear parking lights on Do not use the parking lights when driving. |
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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
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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. |
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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. |
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Normal turns |
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Main beam/dipped beam switching (headlamps off) Pull the lever towards the steering wheel, past the headlamp flash position, and release it. |
Page 1:9 Windscreen wash/wipe, Ignition switch/Steering wheel lock |
Ignition switch/steering | 0 Lock position |
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. |
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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. |
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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 |
Page 1:10 Cruise control |
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. |
EngagementThe cruise control switches are located onthe 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 speedCruise control is automatically disengagedwhen 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. AccelerationMomentary 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. DisengagementSet the switch (B) to position OFF, ordepress the brake pedal. Switching off the ignition will also automatically disengage the cruise control system. |
Page 1:11 Rear foglamps, Front foglamps |
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 |
Heated rear window
Depress the switch to remove mist or frost |
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 seatsSwitch 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. |
Page 1:13 Parking brake, Cigar lighter, Ashtrays |
Parking brake (handbrake)The parking brake (lever between the frontseats) 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 lighter6-8 seconds after being pushed in, the lighterwill spring back ready for use. |
AshtraysEmpty ashtays by pulling to the limit andpressing down the tongue. |
Page 1:14 Electrically operated windows |
Left front |
Right front |
Electrically operated window windersThe 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 |
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 |
Page 1:16 Heating and ventilation |
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 | |
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= air distribution automatically regulated |
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Air through panel vents |
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Defrost. Air to windscreen and side windows. |
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Air through floor, windscreen and side windows. |
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Air through floor vents. |
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Bi-level. Air through floor and panel vents.Air supplies from panel vents is slightly colder than air released at foot level. |
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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 |
Page 1:17 Heating and ventilation |
Automatic setting | It doesn't matter if it is hot or |
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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 |
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Set at ![]() ![]() will also light up. Set the fan at 2 once the mist has disappeared. |
Additional information |
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engaged if the temperature is above +5°C. ![]() 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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