Volvo S60: Battery

Volvo S60: Battery

• Warning symbols on the battery
• Maintenance
• Changing

Warning symbols on the battery

NOTE

A used battery should be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. Consult your Volvo retailer or take the battery to a recycling station.

Handling

• Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running (for example, when replacing the battery).
• If the battery is fully discharged a number of times, this may shorten its service life.
• The service life of a battery is affected by factors such as the number of starts, driving conditions and climate. Extreme cold may also further decrease the battery’s starting capacity.
• Because the battery’s starting capacity decreases with time, it may be necessary to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven for an extended period of time or if the vehicle is usually only driven short distances.
• Never use a quick charger to charge the battery.

CAUTION

The infotainment system's energy-saving feature may not function correctly or at all, and/or a message may be displayed if a battery charger or jumper cables are not connected properly.

• The negative terminal on the battery must never be used to connect a jumper cable or a battery charger. Only the ground point on the chassis may be used.

See page 116 for an illustration and additional information.

WARNING

• Never expose the battery to open flame or electric spark.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If contact occurs, flush the affected area immediately with water. Obtain medical help immediately if eyes are affected.

NOTE

The life of the battery is shortened if it becomes discharged repeatedly.

Maintenance

• Use a screw driver to open the caps or cover and a flashlight to inspect the level.
• If necessary, add distilled water. The level should never be above the indicator.
• The fluid level should be checked if the battery has been recharged.
• After inspection, be sure the cap over each battery cell or the cover is securely in place.
• Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tightened.
• Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running, or when the key is in the ignition. This could damage the vehicle's electrical system.
• The battery should be disconnected from the vehicle when a battery charger is used directly on the battery.
• To help keep the battery in good condition, the vehicle should be driven for at least 15 minutes a week or connected to a charger with an automatic charging function.
• If the battery is fully discharged a number of times, this may shorten its service life. Keeping the battery fully charged helps prolong its service life.
• The service life of a battery is affected by factors such as driving conditions and climate. Extreme cold may also further decrease the battery’s starting capacity.
• Because the battery’s starting capacity decreases with time, it may be necessary to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven for an extended period of time or if the vehicle is usually only driven short distances.

CAUTION

• Always use distilled or deionized water (battery water).
• Never fill above the level mark in the cell.

Changing

WARNING

Connect and disconnect the positive and negative cables in the correct sequence.

Removal

Switch off the ignition, remove the remote key from the ignition slot and wait at least 5 minutes before disconnecting the battery so that all information in the vehicle's electrical system can be stored in the control modules.

1. Open the clips on the front cover and remove the cover.
2. Release the rubber molding so that the rear cover is free.
3. Remove the rear cover by pulling it away.
4.  
   1. Detach the black negative cable.
   2. Detach the red positive cable
   3. Detach the ventilation hose from the battery
   4. Loosen the screw holding the battery clamp.
5. Move the battery to the side and lift it up.

WARNING

PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!

Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

Rally bar R-Design models

Rally bar and bulkhead hatch

Vehicles with the optional R-Design package are equipped with a rally bar in the engine compartment that must be removed before the battery can be replaced.

1. Remove the hatch in the bulkhead on both sides of the engine compartment (pry them up carefully with a plastic knife or similar object).

2. Remove the screw on each side of the engine compartment holding the rally bar in place.

3. Lift out the rally bar.

> The battery can now be removed (see the instructions in the previous section).

• After a new battery has been installed (see the following section), reinstall the rally bar in the reverse order.

NOTE

When reinstalling the rally bar, tighten the screws to 22 ft lbs (30 Nm).

Installation

1. Lower the battery into the battery box.

2. Move the battery inward and to the side until it reaches the rear edge of the box.

3. Tighten the clamp that secures the battery.

4. Connect the ventilation hose.

> Be sure that it is correctly connected to the battery and the vent in the vehicle's body.

5. Connect the red positive cable.

6. Connect the black negative cable.

7. Press in the rear cover. (See Removal).

8. Reinstall the molding. (See Removal).

9. Reinstall the front cover and secure it with the clips. (See Removal).

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