Volvo S60: Brake system
The brake system is a hydraulic system consisting of two separate brake circuits. If a problem should occur in one of these circuits, it is still possible to stop the vehicle with the other brake circuit.
If the brake pedal must be depressed farther than normal and requires greater foot pressure, the stopping distance will be longer.
A warning light in the instrument panel will light up to warn the driver that a fault has occurred.
If this light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir.
NOTE
Press the brake pedal hard and maintain pressure on the pedal – do not pump the brakes.
WARNING
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the reservoir or if a brake system message is shown in the information display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the vehicle towed to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake system inspected.
- Brake pad inspection
- Brake lights
- Power brakes function only when the engine is running
- Water on brake discs and brake pads affects braking
- Severe strain on the brake system
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Cleaning the brake discs
- Emergency Brake Assistance
- Symbols in the instrument panel
Brakes
...Brake pad inspection
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Tachometer
The tachometer shows the engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute.
CAUTION
Do not operate the engine with the pointer of the tachometer in the red zone.
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Display in the instrument cluster
The collision warning can be issued in the instrument
cluster, in the Head-up Display, and
acoustically.
Warning stages
Adapting your speed and driving style
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