Volvo S60: Fuel Formulations
Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a knock inhibitor, and do not use lead additives. Besides damaging the exhaust emission control systems on your vehicle, lead has been strongly linked to certain forms of cancer. Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent. Unburned benzene has been strongly linked to certain forms of cancer. If you live in an area where you must fill your own gas tank, take precautions. These may include:
- standing upwind away from the filler nozzle while refueling
- refueling only at gas stations with vapor recovery systems that fully seal the mouth of the filler neck during refueling
- wearing neoprene gloves while handling a fuel filler nozzle.
Demanding driving
In demanding driving conditions, such as operating the vehicle in hot weather,
towing a trailer, or driving for extended periods at higher altitudes than normal,
it may be advisable to switch to h ...
Use of Additives
With the exception of gas line antifreeze during winter months, do not add solvents,
thickeners, or other store-bought additives to your vehicle's fuel, cooling, or
lubricating systems. Overus ...
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Air fresheners
Most air fresheners use a solvent that could affect the vehicle interior. If
you use an air freshener, take the following precautions:
- Hanging-type air fresheners can cause permanent discoloratio ...
Child restraint registration and recalls
Registering a child restraint
Child restraints could be recalled for safety reasons. You must register your
child restraint to be reached in a recall. To stay informed about child safety seat
rec ...
Glossary of tire terminology
● Accessory weight
The combined weight (in excess of those standard items which may be replaced)
of automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, power windows, power seats,
radio, ...
