Volvo V50 2004 User Manual

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Starting and driving
Never tow the car to jump start it
Use a booster battery if the battery is
discharged and the engine will not start. Do
not tow the car to jump start it
Towing
Before towing the car, check the highest
permitted legal speed for towing.
1. Insert the key in the ignition switch in
position I and unlock the ignition lock so
that the car can be steered. See page
96.
NOTE! The key must remain in the
ignition switch during the towing.
2. Automatic gearbox: Move the gear
selector to position N.
Manual gearbox: Move the gear lever
to neutral.
3. Ensure that the towing line is fully
stretched to avoid heavy jerking. Keep
your foot on the brake pedal.
Cars with automatic gearboxes must not be
towed at speeds above 80 km/h (50 mph). It
should not be towed further than 80 km (50
miles).
IMPORTANT!
The catalytic converter could be damaged
if the car is towed.
Towing and transportation
Do not tow a car with an automatic
transmission further than 80 km (50 miles).
Recovery
Cars with automatic gearboxes must not
(unless partially raised) be towed at speeds
above 80 km/h (50 mph). It should not be
towed further than 80 km (50 miles).
WARNING!
The steering lock in a car without power
is always activated, and the car cannot
therefore be steered. The steering lock
must be unlocked before starting
towing.
Never remove the ignition key from the
ignition while driving or while the car is
being towed.
WARNING!
The brake servo and power steering do
not work when the engine is off.
Approximately five times more pressure
must be exerted on the brake pedal and
steering is considerably heavier than
usual.
Towing eye
Use the towing eye if the car must be towed
on roads. The towing eye is secured in the
outlet on the right hand side of the front or
rear bumper. Installing the towing eye:
1. Take out the towing eye which is under
the floor hatch in the cargo
compartment.
2. Remove the bottom of the cover in the
bumper using a slotted screwdriver or a
large coin.
3. Screw the towing eye securely into
place up to the flange. Use the wheel
brace to turn the towing eye.

Volvo V50 2004 Specifications

General

Brand	Volvo
Model	V50 2004
Category	Automobile
Language	English