Volvo V40 Cross Country (2018 year). Instruction - part 20

If notified of low oil level, only fill with the vol-
ume specified, for example, 0.5 litres.

functions at different levels (p. 81).

The system cannot directly detect changes
when the oil is filled or drained. The car must
have been driven approx. 30 km (approx.
20 miles) and have been stationary for
5 minutes with the engine switched off and
on level ground before the oil level indication
is correct.

WARNING

Do not spill oil onto the hot exhaust manifold

due to the risk of fire.

Engines with electronic oil level sensor do not have a dipstick.

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Measuring the oil level

If the oil level needs to be checked then it should
be carried out in accordance with the following
sequence.

1. Activate key position II; see Key positions -

2. Rotate the thumbwheel on the left-hand

stalk switch to position

Oil level

> You will then see information displayed

about the engine oil level.

For more information on menu navigation,
see Menu navigation - combined instru-
ment panel (p. 110).

Engine oil - general (p. 344)

If the right conditions for measuring the oil
level (time after engine shutdown, the car's
inclination, outside temperature, etc.) are not
met, the message

Not available

will be

shown. This does not mean that there is
something wrong in the car's systems.

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Key positions - functions at different levels
(p. 81)

Coolant - level

The coolant cools the internal combustion
engine to the correct operating temperature. The
heat that is transferred from the engine to the
coolant can be used to heat the passenger com-
partment.

Checking the level

The coolant level must lie between the MIN and
MAX marks on the expansion tank. If the cooling
system is not filled sufficiently, excessively high
temperatures could occur, causing a risk of dam-
age to the engine.

Check the coolant level regularly when the
engine is cold.

Filling

When topping up the coolant, follow the instruc-
tions on the packaging. Never top up with water
only. The risk of freezing increases with both too
little and too much coolant concentrate.

If there is coolant under the car, if there is cool-
ant smoke, or if more than 2 litres have been
filled, always call for recovery to avoid the risk of
engine damage when starting due to a defective
cooling system.

WARNING

Coolant can be very hot. If the coolant

requires topping up when the engine is at

operating temperature, unscrew the expan-

sion tank cap slowly to gently release the

overpressure.

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A high content of chlorine, chlorides and
other salts may cause corrosion in the
cooling system.

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Always use coolant with anti-corrosion
agent as recommended by Volvo.

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Ensure that the coolant mixture is 50%
water and 50% coolant.

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Mix the coolant with approved quality tap
water. In the event of any doubt about
water quality, used ready-mixed coolant in
accordance with Volvo recommendations.

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When changing coolant/replacing cool-
ing system components, flush the cooling
system clean with approved quality tap
water or flush with ready-mixed coolant.

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The engine must only be run with a well-
filled cooling system. Otherwise, tempera-
tures that are too high may occur result-
ing in the risk of damage (cracks) in the
cylinder head.

For capacities and for standards regarding water
quality; see Coolant - grade and volume (p. 393).

Brake and clutch fluid - level

Brake and clutch fluid level should be between
the reservoir

MIN and MAX marks.

Checking the level

Brake and clutch fluid have a common reservoir.
The level must be between the MIN and MAX
marks that are visible inside the reservoir. Check
the level regularly.

Change the brake fluid every other year or at
every other regular service.

The fluid should be changed annually on cars
driven in conditions requiring hard, frequent brak-
ing, such as driving in mountains or tropical cli-
mates with high humidity.

For capacities and recommended brake fluid
grade, see Brake fluid - grade and volume
(p. 395).

WARNING

If the brake fluid is below the MIN level in the

brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further

before topping up the brake fluid. Volvo rec-

ommends that the reason for the loss of

brake fluid is investigated by an authorised

Volvo workshop.

Filling

The fluid reservoir is located on the driver's side.

Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the fluid. The
level must be between the MIN and MAX marks,
which are located on the inside of the reservoir.

Volvo service programme (p. 338)

Do not forget to refit the cap.

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Climate control system - fault

tracing and repair

The air conditioning system must only be serv-
iced and repaired by an authorised workshop.

Fault tracing and repair

The air conditioning system contains fluorescent
tracing agents. Ultraviolet light must be used dur-
ing leak detection.

Volvo recommends that you contact an author-
ised Volvo workshop.

Cars with R134a refrigerant

WARNING

The air conditioning system contains pressur-

ised refrigerant R134a. This system must only

be serviced and repaired by an authorised

workshop.

Cars with R1234yf refrigerant

WARNING

The air conditioning system contains pressur-

ised refrigerant R1234yf. In accordance with

SAE J2845 (Technician Training for Safe

Service and Containment of Refrigerants

Used in Mobile A/C System), service and

repair of the refrigerant system must only be

performed by trained and certified technicians

in order to ensure the safety of the system.

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Lamp replacement - general

Several of the car's bulbs can be replaced by
the driver. For replacement of LED lamps, please
contact a workshop.

The bulbs are specified (p. 356). The following
list contains locations of bulbs and other light
sources that are specialised, such as LED

LED (Light Emitting Diode)

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lamps, or are unsuitable for changing for some
other reason, except at a workshop

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LED headlamps

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position lamps, front

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daytime running lights, front bumper

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side direction indicators, door mirrors

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approach lighting, door mirrors

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interior and cargo area lighting

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glovebox lighting

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position lamps, rear

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side marker lamps rear

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brake light above the rear windscreen

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number plate lighting.

WARNING

The car’s electrical system must be in key

position 0 when replacing bulbs; see Key

positions - functions at different levels (p. 81).

Never touch the glass part of the bulbs with
your fingers. Grease from your fingers is
vaporised by the heat, coating the reflector
and then causing damage.

If an error message remains after the broken
bulb has been replaced then we recommend
visiting an authorised Volvo workshop.

Outside lighting such as headlamps and rear
lamps may temporarily have condensation on
the inside of the lens. This is normal, all exte-
rior lighting is designed to withstand this.
Condensation is normally vented out of the
lamp housing when the lamp has been
switched on for a time.

Related information

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Lamp replacement - location of front lamps
(p. 350)

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Lamp replacement - location of rear lamps
(p. 354)

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Lamp replacement - vanity mirror lighting
(p. 356)

Lamp replacement - location of

front lamps

The overview shows the positioning of the lamps
at the front of a car with halogen headlamps.

Position lamp (p. 353)

Main beam (p. 353)

Dipped beam (p. 352)

Indicator (p. 353)

Daytime running lights (p. 354) (LED

* or

bulb depending on variant)

An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Certain variants

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Lamp replacement - headlamps (p. 351)

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Lamp replacement - headlamps

All of the headlamp bulbs are replaced via the
engine compartment. First loosen and remove
the whole headlamp.

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

Lift out the bonnet stop.

Loosen the screw with a Torx tool, size

T30.

Turn the locking pin anticlockwise.

Pull out the locking pin.

Release the headlamp by alternately tilt-

ing and pulling it out.

Take care when lifting out the headlamp so
as not to damage any parts.

Press down the catch.

Unplug the connector.

Place the headlight on a soft surface so as
not to scratch the lens.

Do not pull the electrical cable, only the con-
nector.

6. Replace the relevant bulb as instructed.

The headlamp must be fitted and the contact fit-
ted correctly before switching on the lights or
changing key position.

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Lamp replacement - location of front lamps
(p. 350)

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Lamp replacement - cover for main/dipped
beam bulbs (p. 352)

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Lamp replacement - direction indicators front
(p. 353)

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Lamp replacement - position lamps, front
(p. 353)

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Lamp replacement - cover for main/

dipped beam bulbs

Main/dipped beam bulbs are accessed by
releasing the headlamp's larger cover.

Lamp replacement - dipped beam (p. 352)

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

Before the larger cover can be undone, the head-
lamp has to be undone and removed first, see
Lamp replacement - headlamps (p. 351).

Press the hooks together.

Angle out the cover.

2. Replace the relevant bulb as instructed.

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Lamp replacement - main beam (p. 353)

Lamp replacement - dipped beam

The dipped beam bulb is fitted inside the head-
lamp's larger cover.

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

2. Undo the cover (p. 352).

Press the bulb holder upwards until it

releases.

Pull out the bulb holder.

4. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Lamp replacement - main beam

The main beam bulb is fitted inside the head-
lamp's larger cover.

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

2. Undo the cover (p. 352).

Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise.

Pull out the bulb holder.

4. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Lamp replacement - direction

indicators front

The direction indicator lamp is fitted inside the
headlamp's smaller cover.

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

Undo the cover.

Push in the catch.

Pull out the bulb holder.

4. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Lamp replacement - position lamps,

front

The position lamp's bulb holder is located on the
side of the headlamp.

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise.

Pull out the bulb holder.

3. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Lamp replacement - daytime

running lights

The daytime running light bulb is fitted inside the
bumper's cover.

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Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

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Only applies to daytime running lights
with bulbs.

Undo the cover.

Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise.

Pull out the bulb holder.

3. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Fog lamp (driver's side) (p. 355)

Lamp replacement - location of rear

lamps

The overview shows the location of the lamps at
the rear.

Brake light (LED)

Position lamps (LED)

Brake light (p. 355)

Side marker lamps (LED)

Indicator (p. 355)

Reversing lamp (p. 355)

Related information

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Lamp replacement - location of rear lamps
(p. 354)

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Lamp replacement - direction

indicators rear, brake lights and

reversing lamp

Bulbs for rear direction indicators, brake lights
and reversing lamps are replaced from inside
the cargo area.

1. Remove the hatch in the upholstery (1) on

the same side as the defective bulb.

Press the catch sideways.

Pull out the bulb holder.

3. Remove the blown bulb by pressing it in and

turning anticlockwise.

4. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Lamp replacement - rear fog lamp

The bulb for the rear fog lamp is fitted in the
bumper's bulb holder.

Left-hand drive cars have the fog lamp on the
left-hand side, while right-hand drive cars have
the fog lamp on the right-hand side.

Lamp housing on the left-hand side.

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Insert (approx. 20 mm) a blunt, knife-like
object, e.g. a table knife, at the triangle.

Carefully prise until the lug releases.

Take care not to damage any parts.

Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise.

Pull out the bulb holder.

3. Push in the lamp and turn it anticlockwise.

4. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Lamp replacement - vanity mirror

lighting

The vanity mirror's lamps are fitted inside the
lamp lenses.

1. Insert a screwdriver under the lamp lens and

gently prize up the lug on the edge.

2. Carefully detach and lift aside the lamp lens.

3. Using needle-nose pliers, pull the bulb

straight out to the side. Do not squeeze the
bulb too hard with the pliers. Otherwise, the
bulb glass could then break.

4. Replace the bulb and put back the parts in

reverse order.

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Lamps - specifications

The specifications apply to bulbs. For replace-
ment of LED lamps, please contact a workshop.

Lighting

Type

Dipped beam

H7 LL

Main beam

Front direction indica-
tors

HY21W

Position lamps, front

W5W LL

Daytime running lights,
front bumper

PW19W

Side direction indica-
tors, door mirrors

WY5W LL

Direction indicators,
rear

PY21W LL

Brake light

P21W LL

Reversing lamp

P21W LL

Rear fog lamp

H21W LL

Vanity mirror lighting

1.2

T5 Socket

W2x4.6d

Watt

Cars with halogen headlights

Certain variants

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Related information

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Lamp replacement - location of front lamps
(p. 350)

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Lamp replacement - location of rear lamps
(p. 354)

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Lamp replacement - vanity mirror lighting
(p. 356)

Wiper blades

The wiper blades sweep water away from the
windscreen and rear window. Together with the
washer fluid they clean the windows and ensure
visibility for driving.

The windscreen wiper blades must be in service
position when they are to be replaced.

Service position

Wiper blades in service position.

In order to change, clean or lift the wiper blades
(for scraping off ice from the windscreen, for
example) they must be in service position.

Before placing the wiper blades in the service
position, make sure that they are not frozen
down.

1. Insert the remote control key in the ignition

switch

and briefly press the START/STOP

ENGINE button to set the car's electrical
system to key position I. For detailed infor-
mation on key positions, see Key positions -
functions at different levels (p. 81).

2. Briefly press the START/STOP ENGINE

button again to set the car’s electrical system
in key position 0.

3. Within 3 seconds, move the right stalk switch

up and hold it in position for
approx. 1 second.
> The wipers then move to standing straight

up.

The wipers return to their starting position when
you briefly press the START/STOP ENGINE
button to set the car’s electrical system to key
position I (or when the car is started).

Not required in cars with keyless start and lock system.

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If the wiper arms in service position have
been folded up from the windscreen, they
must be folded back down onto the wind-
screen before the wipers are activated. This is
to avoid scraping the paint on the bonnet.

Replacing the wiper blades

Fold up the wiper arm when it is in service
position. Press the button located on the
wiper blade mounting and pull straight out
parallel with the wiper arm.

Slide in the new wiper blade until a "click" is
heard.

Check that the blade is firmly installed.

4. Fold the wiper arm back towards the wind-

screen.

The wipers return from service position to their
starting position when you briefly press the
START/STOP ENGINE button to set the car’s
electrical system to key position I (or when the
car is started).

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The wiper blades are different lengths. The
blade on the driver's side is longer than on
the passenger side.

WARNING

If the car is equipped with airbag Pedestrian

Airbag Volvo recommends that the wiper arms

should be genuine parts and that only genu-

ine parts are used for them.

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Replacing the wiper blades, rear
window

1. Fold out the wiper arm.

2. Grip the inner section of the blade (by the

arrow).

3. Turn anticlockwise to use the blade's end

position against the wiper arm as a lever to
detach the blade more easily.

4. Press the new wiper blade into position.

Check that it is firmly installed.

5. Lower the wiper arm.

Cleaning

For cleaning wiper blades and windscreen, see
Car wash (p. 374).

Washer fluid - filling (p. 359)

Check the blades regularly. Neglected main-
tenance shortens the service life of the wiper
blades.

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Washer fluid - filling

Washer fluid is used for cleaning the headlamps
and windows. Washer fluid with antifreeze must
be used when the temperature is below freezing
point.

Topping up the washer fluid takes place by open-
ing the blue cap.

The windscreen and headlamp washers share a
common reservoir.

When there is approx. 1 litre of washer fluid
remaining in the reservoir, a message to top
up the washer fluid will be shown in the com-
bined instrument panel, together with the
symbol

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Prescribed grade: Washer fluid recommended
by Volvo - with frost protection during cold
weather and below freezing point.

Use Volvo genuine washer fluid or equivalent
with a recommended pH of between 6 and 8,
in working dilution (e.g. 1:1 with neutral
water).

Wipers and washers (p. 102)

Use washer fluid with antifreeze when the
temperature is below freezing to avoid freez-
ing in the pump, reservoir and hoses.

Volume:

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Cars with headlamp washing: 5.5 litres.

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Cars without headlamp washing: 3.2 litres.

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Wiper blades (p. 357)

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Bonnet - opening and closing (p. 343)

Starter battery - general

The starter battery is used to drive the starter
motor and other electrical equipment in the car.

The starter battery is a traditional 12 V battery.

The service life and function of the starter battery
is influenced by factors such as the number of
starts, discharging, driving style, driving condi-
tions, climatic conditions etc.

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Never disconnect the starter battery when
the engine is running.

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Check that the cables to the starter battery
are correctly connected and properly tight-
ened.

The following table shows specifications for the
starter battery.

Voltage (V)

Cold start capacity

- CCA

(A)

720

Size , L×W×H (mm)

278×175×190

Capacity (Ah)

According to EN standard.

Cold Cranking Amperes.

When replacing the starter battery in cars
with the Start/Stop function, a battery of
EFB

type or stronger must be installed.

When replacing the support battery, a battery
of AGM

type must be fitted.

If the starter battery is replaced, make sure
you replace it with a battery with the same
cold starting capacity and type as the original
battery (see the label on the battery).

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When replacing the battery, the size of
the new battery must correspond with the
dimensions of the original battery.

Enhanced Flooded Battery.

Absorbed Glass Mat.

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WARNING

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The battery can generate oxyhydrogen
gas, which is highly explosive. A spark can
be formed if a jump lead is connected
incorrectly, and this can be enough for
the battery to explode.

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The battery contains sulphuric acid, which
can cause serious burns.

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If sulphuric acid comes into contact with
eyes, skin or clothing, flush with large
quantities of water. If acid splashes into
the eyes - seek medical attention imme-
diately.

When charging the starter battery or the sup-
port battery (p. 363), only use a modern bat-
tery charger with controlled charging voltage.
Fast charging function must not be used
since it may damage the battery.

If the following instruction is not observed
then the energy saving function for infotain-
ment system may be temporarily disengaged,
and/or the message in the combined instru-
ment panel's information display about the
starter battery's state of charge may be tem-
porarily inapplicable, following the connection
of an external battery or battery charger:

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The negative battery terminal on the car's
starter battery must never be used for
connecting an external battery or battery
charger - only the car chassis may be
used as the grounding point.

See Jump starting (p. 271) for a description
of how the cable clamps must be attached.