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Handling of fuel
Petrol
Do not use fuel with a lower quality than that
recommended by Volvo, as this will nega-
tively affect engine power and fuel consump-
tion.
It is important to use the correct fuel during
refuelling. Petrol is available with different
octane ratings that are adapted for different
types of driving.
Only use petrol from well-known producers.
Never use fuel of dubious quality. The petrol
must fulfil the EN 228 standard.
Mixtures of various fuel types or use of
fuels which are not recommended will
invalidate Volvo's guarantees and any sup-
plementary service agreements; this is
applicable to all engines.
WARNING
Always avoid inhaling fuel vapour and get-
ting fuel splashes in the eyes.
Related information
Identifier for petrol
In the event of fuel in the eyes, remove any
contact lenses and rinse the eyes in plenty
of water for at least 15 minutes and seek
medical attention.
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Never swallow fuel. Fuels such as petrol,
bioethanol and mixtures of them and diesel
are highly toxic and could cause permanent
injury or be fatal if swallowed. Seek medi-
cal attention immediately if fuel has been
swallowed.
Decal on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
WARNING
The identifier in accordance with the CEN
standard EN16942 is located on the inside of
the fuel filler flap, and will be on corresponding
fuel pumps and their nozzles at filling stations
throughout Europe by 12 October 2018 at the
latest.
Fuel which spills onto the ground can be
ignited.
Switch off the fuel-driven heater before
starting to refuel.
Never carry an activated mobile phone
when refuelling. The ring signal could
cause spark build-up and ignite petrol
fumes, leading to fire and injury.
These are the identifiers that apply for current
standard fuels in Europe. Petrol with the fol-
lowing identifiers may be used in cars with
petrol engine:
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Petrol cars are fitted with particle filters for
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E5 is a petrol with maximum
2.7% oxygen and maximum
5 volume % ethanol.
When driving in temperatures above +38 °C
(100 °F), fuel with the highest octane rating is
recommended for adapted performance and
fuel economy.
more efficient emission control.
Particles in the exhaust gases are collected in
the petrol particle filter during normal driving.
In normal driving conditions, passive regenera-
tion takes place, which leads to the particles
being oxidised and burned away. The filter is
emptied in this way.
E10 is a petrol with maximum
3.7% oxygen and maximum
10 volume % ethanol.
Use only unleaded petrol to avoid dam-
aging the catalytic converter.
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Fuel containing metallic additives must
not be used.
If the car is driven at low speed or with repea-
ted cold starts in low outside temperature,
active regeneration may be necessary. Regen-
eration of the particulate filter is automatic and
normally takes 10-20 minutes. Fuel consump-
tion may temporarily increase during regenera-
tion.
Do not use any additives which have
not been recommended by Volvo.
Related information
Fuel that contains up to 10 percent by
volume ethanol is permitted.
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Filling fuel (p. 433)
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When driving short distances at low
speeds in a petrol car
The capacity of the emissions system is affec-
ted by how the car is driven. Driving varying
distances and at different speeds is important
in order to achieve performance that is as
energy-efficient as possible.
EN 228 E10 petrol (max 10 percent by
volume ethanol) is approved for use.
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 644)
Ethanol higher than E10
(max. 10 percent by volume ethanol) is
not permitted, e.g. E85 is not permit-
ted.
Driving short distances at low speeds (or in
cold climates) frequently, where the engine
does not reach normal operating temperature,
can lead to problems that can eventually
cause a malfunction and trigger a warning
message. If the vehicle is mostly driven in city
traffic, it is important to regularly drive at
Octane rating
RON 95 can be used for normal driving.
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RON 98 is recommended for good power
and low fuel consumption.
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An octane rating lower than RON 95 must
not be used.
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higher speeds to allow the emissions system
to regenerate.
fuel pumps and their nozzles at filling stations
throughout Europe by 12 October 2018 at the
latest.
Diesel
It is important to use the correct fuel during
refuelling. Diesel is available in different quali-
ties adapted to different conditions.
The car should be driven on A-roads at
speeds in excess of 70 km/h (44 mph) for
at least 20 minutes between each refuel-
ling.
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This is the identifier that applies for current
standard fuel in Europe. Diesel with the fol-
lowing identifiers may be used in cars with
diesel engine:
Only use diesel fuel from well-known produc-
ers. Never use fuel of dubious quality. Diesel
fuel must fulfil the EN 590 or SS 155435
standard. Paraffinic diesel (HVO, XTL) accord-
ing to the EN 15940 standard can be used.
Diesel engines are sensitive to contaminants
in the fuel, such as excessively high volumes
of sulphur and metals.
Related information
B7 is diesel with maximum
7 volume % fatty acid methyl
ester (FAME).
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Identifier
At low temperatures (lower than 0 °C (32 °F))
a paraffin precipitate may form in the diesel
fuel, which may lead to starting problems. The
fuel qualities that are sold must be adapted for
season and climate zone, but for extreme
weather conditions, old fuel or moving
between climate zones, paraffin precipitate
may occur.
Decal on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
The identifier in accordance with the CEN
standard EN16942 is located on the inside of
the fuel filler flap, and will be on corresponding
The risk of condensation in the fuel tank is
reduced if the tank is kept well filled.
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|| When refuelling, check that the area around
the fuel filler pipe is clean. Avoid spilling fuel
onto the paintwork. Wash off any spillage with
detergent and water.
Related information
Empty tank and diesel engine
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Once the engine has stopped due to fuel star-
vation, the fuel system needs a few moments
to carry out a check.
Before starting the car after the fuel tank has
been filled with diesel - proceed as follows:
Filling fuel (p. 433)
Diesel fuel must:
1. The remote control key must be inside the
car.
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 644)
fulfil the EN 590, EN 15940 and/or
SS 155435 standards
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2. Set the car in ignition position II – press
the start button without depressing the
brake pedal Or clutch pedal and hold the
button depressed for approx. 4 seconds.
Then release the button.
have a sulphur content not exceeding
10 mg/kg
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have a maximum of 7 vol % FAME22
(B7).
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3. Wait approx. one minute.
4. Start the engine.
Diesel type fuels that must not be used:
Special additives
Marine diesel fuel
Heating oil
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Before filling with fuel in the event of fuel
shortage:
Stop the car on as flat/level ground as
possible - if the car is tilting there is a
risk of air pockets in the fuel supply.
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FAME23 and vegetable oil.
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These fuels do not fulfil the requirements in
accordance with Volvo recommendations
and generate increased wear and engine
damage that is not covered by the Volvo
warranty.
Points to remember when filling with a
fuel can
When filling diesel with a fuel can, use the fun-
nel located under the floor hatch in the cargo
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Diesel fuel with maximum 7 vol % FAME (B7) is permitted.
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area. Make sure you insert the funnel's pipe
firmly into the filler pipe. The filler pipe has two
opening caps. The funnel's pipe must be
pushed past both caps before filling can be
started.
Diesel particulate filter
Diesel cars are fitted with particle filters for
more efficient emission control.
If the filter is completely filled with parti-
cles, it may be difficult to start the engine
and the filter is non-functional. Then there
is a risk that the filter will need to be
replaced.
Particles in the exhaust gases are collected in
the diesel particle filter during normal driving.
When these conditions have been met, regen-
eration starts to burn off the particles and
empty the filter. To start regeneration, the
engine must have reached normal operating
temperature. Regeneration of the particulate
filter is automatic and normally takes
10-20 minutes.
Related information
Filling fuel (p. 433)
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When driving short distances at low
speeds in a diesel car
The capacity of the emissions system is affec-
ted by how the car is driven. Driving varying
distances and at different speeds is important
in order to achieve performance that is as
energy-efficient as possible.
Tool kit (p. 539)
The following may arise during regenera-
tion:
Driving short distances at low speeds (or in
cold climates) frequently, where the engine
does not reach normal operating temperature,
can lead to problems that can eventually
cause a malfunction and trigger a warning
message. If the vehicle is mostly driven in city
traffic, it is important to regularly drive at
higher speeds to allow the emissions system
to regenerate.
a smaller reduction of engine power
may be noticed temporarily
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fuel consumption may increase tempo-
rarily
a smell of burning may arise.
Use the parking heater* in cold weather - the
engine then reaches normal operating tem-
perature more quickly.
The car should be driven on A-roads at
speeds in excess of 60 km/h (38 mph) for
at least 20 minutes between each refuel-
ling.
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Emission control with AdBlue®24
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AdBlue. If something is wrong, a message is
shown in the driver display.
Related information
AdBlue is an additive used in the SCR25 sys-
tem to reduce emissions of noxious sub-
stances from a diesel engine.
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Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 644)
AdBlue is required for the function of the
SCR system and legal emissions compli-
ance. It is illegal to modify or manipulate
the AdBlue supply system in any way so
that no AdBlue reagent is consumed when
it is required for legal exhaust emissions
compliance. Any such tampering may be a
criminal offence which may lead to legal
prosecution actions.
In the SCR system, the AdBlue and the nitrous
oxide exhaust gas substance are converted to
nitrogen and water vapour, which significantly
reduces the emissions of harmful nitrous
oxides.
AdBlue
AdBlue is a colourless liquid consisting of
32.5% urea26 in deionised water and is manu-
factured in accordance with the ISO 22241
standard. It is specially developed for SCR
cleaning technology for diesel engines.
It is not permitted to operate the car with
an empty AdBlue tank, since it will no
longer be compliant with the legal require-
ments for exhaust emissions. Therefore,
the car is equipped with a warning system
to inform when AdBlue refilling is required.
When the fill level in the AdBlue tank is
getting low, warnings are displayed to
inform that AdBlue refilling is required.
AdBlue has its own tank in the car which is
topped up via a separate filler pipe behind the
fuel filler flap. Consumption depends on driv-
ing style, outside temperature and the operat-
ing temperature of the system.
Conditions for driving with AdBlue
There must always be AdBlue of the correct
quality in the AdBlue tank before the car can
be started. The SCR system is very sensitive
to contaminants.
The emission control system continuously
monitors the tank level, quality and dosage of
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Handling AdBlue®27
Related information
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Storage
AdBlue must be stored in tightly sealing origi-
nal packaging at a temperature above -11 °C
(12 °F) and below 30 °C (86 °F). The fluid
must not be stored in direct sunlight.
AdBlue consists primarily of water (approx.
67.5% water and 32.5% urea). The fluid is
not flammable but should be handled with
care since it can irritate the eyes and skin.
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Checking and filling with AdBlue®
(p. 442)
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Symbols and messages for AdBlue®
(p. 444)
AdBlue freezes at -11 °C (12 °F) but can be
used again when the solution has thawed.
Points to remember when handling
Avoid inhaling vapour as well as contact with
skin and eyes. Preferably use gloves that pre-
vent irritation to sensitive skin when handling
the fluid.
Related information
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Checking and filling with AdBlue® (p. 442)
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WARNING
Action for first aid:
For inhalation - get fresh air.
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For skin contact - wash the skin with
soap and water.
For contact with the eyes - rinse imme-
diately with a lot of water.
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For ingestion - rinse the mouth thor-
oughly. Do not induce vomiting.
Seek medical attention if the discomfort
remains or if a large quantity has been
ingested.
Action in the event of a spill
AdBlue spilled on the ground, the car or pain-
ted surfaces must be rinsed thoroughly with
water. Avoid releasing into the drainage sys-
tem.
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