Volvo V70R - Manual (Page 115)

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Starting and driving
General
Economical driving
Economical driving results from driving gently
with anticipation and adapting your driving
style and speed to the situation.
Keep in mind the following:
• Drive the engine to operating temperature
as soon as possible! That is to say: do not
let the engine idle, but drive with a light
load as soon as you can.
• A cold engine consumes more fuel than a
warm one.
• Avoid driving short distances where the
engine never has time to reach operating
temperature.
• Drive gently! Avoid unnecessary quick
accelerations and heavy braking.
• Do not drive with unnecessary, heavy
loads in the car.
• Do not use winter tyres when the roads
are clear and dry.
• Remove the load carrier when it is not in
use.
• Do not open side windows unnecessarily.
Do not drive with the tailgate
open
If you drive with the tailgate open, some of the
exhaust gases and poisonous carbon
monoxide could be sucked into the car
through the cargo area. If you must drive a
short distance with the tailgate open,
proceed as follows:
– Close all windows.
– Distribute the air between the windscreen
and floor while running the fan at high
speed.
Your new car – slippery road
surfaces
Driving on a slippery road may feel different
depending on whether you choose a car with
a manual or an automatic gearbox. Practice
skid driving under controlled conditions so
that you know how your new car reacts.
Driving in water
The car can be driven through water at a
maximum depth of 25 cm at a maximum
speed of 10 km/h. Extra caution should be
exercised when passing through flowing
water.
When driving in water, maintain a low speed
and do not stop the car. When the water has
been passed, depress the brake pedal lightly
and check that full brake function is achieved.
Water and mud for example can make the
brake linings wet resulting in delayed brake
function.
NOTE!
Clean the electric contacts of the
electric engine block heater and trailer
coupling after driving in water and mud.
IMPORTANT!
Engine damage may occur if water enters
the air filter.
In greater depths, water can enter the
transmission. This reduces the lubricating
ability of the oils and shortens the service
life of these systems.
IMPORTANT!
Do not let the car stand with water over
the sills for any long period of time. This
could cause electrical malfunctions.
In the event of stalling in water, do not try
to restart. Tow the car out of the water.