TIME FOR REGULAR
SERVICE
This message is affected by the number of miles/km driven, by the
number of months, or by the number of engine hours since the
service reminder was reset at the most recent regularly scheduled
service.
pg. 42 Center console controls
12 volt socket, stability system, auxiliary equipment
12 volt sockets
The 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones, etc. The key
must be in position I (or higher) for the auxiliary socket to function. The auxiliary sockets can also be
used for cigarette lighters, which are available at your Volvo retailer.
NOTE: The cover should be kept on when the auxiliary socket is not in use.
Stability system STC or DSTC
The stability system - Stability and Traction Control (STC), or the optional Dynamic Stability and
Traction Control (DSTC) - activate automatically when the car is started. In certain situations, it may be
necessary to disable the system's anti-spin function, for example, while driving for a short period with
tires of different dimensions.
To disable the anti-spin function:
Press the STC
1
or DSTC button for approximately one second. The indicator light in the button will go
out, and STC/DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF will be shown in the information display.
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