Volvo S60: Brake lights
The brake lights come on automatically when the brakes are applied.
Adaptive brake lights
The adaptive brake lights activate in the event of sudden braking or if the ABS system is activated. This function causes an additional taillight on each side of the vehicle to illuminate to help alert vehicles traveling behind.
The adaptive brake lights activate if:
- The ABS system activates for more than approximately a half second
- In the event of sudden braking while the vehicle is moving at speeds above approximately 6 mph (10 km/h)
When the vehicle has come to a stop, the brake lights and additional taillights remain on for as long as the brake pedal is depressed or until braking force on the vehicle is reduced.
Brake pad inspection
On vehicles equipped with a jack*, the condition of the brake pads can be checked
by raising the vehicle (see page 290 for information about using the jack and removing
a wheel) and performing a v ...
Power brakes function only when the engine is running
The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure which is only created when the engine
is running. Never let the vehicle roll to a stop with the engine switched off.
If the power brakes are not working, co ...
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General information
Your vehicle contains advanced technology for
the reduction of fuel consumption and emissions.
Fuel consumption depends on a number of different
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The implementation of certain measures, ...
45,000 miles (72,000 km) or 36 months
❑ Inspect air cleaner filter
❑ Inspect vacuum hose
❑ Inspect air conditioning refrigerant
❑ Inspect brake hoses and lines
❑ Inspect drive shafts and boots
d ...
Closing the trunk
To close the trunk, lower the trunk lid, then press down on it until it locks.
To be sure the trunk lid is securely fastened, always check by trying to pull it
up again.
WARNING
The trunk lid sh ...
