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01 Introduction
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Contributing to a better environment
An energy-efficient and fuel-efficient car not
only contributes to a reduced impact on the
environment, but also means reduced costs
for the owner of the car. As the driver, it is
easy to reduce fuel consumption and thereby
save money and contribute to a better envi-
ronment - here is some advice:
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Plan for an effective average speed.
Speeds above approx. 80 km/h (50 mph)
and below 50 km/h (30 mph) lead to
increased energy consumption.
•
Follow the Service and Warranty Book-
let's recommended intervals for service
and maintenance of the car.
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Avoid letting the engine idle - switch off
the engine when stationary for longer
periods. Pay attention to local regula-
tions.
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Plan the journey - a lot of unnecessary
stops and uneven speed contribute to
increased fuel consumption.
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If the car is equipped with an engine
block heater*, use it before starting from
cold - it improves starting capacity and
reduces wear in cold weather and the
engine reaches normal operating tem-
perature more quickly, which lowers con-
sumption and reduces emissions.
Also remember to always dispose of environ-
mentally hazardous waste, such as batteries
and oil, in an environmentally safe manner.
Consult a workshop in the event of uncer-
tainty about how this type of waste should be
discarded - an authorised Volvo workshop is
recommended.
Following this advice can save money, the
planet's resources are saved, and the car's
durability is extended. For more information
and further advice see Eco guide (p. 67),
Economical driving (p. 312) and Fuel con-
sumption (p. 428).
Efficient emission control
Your Volvo is manufactured following the
concept "Clean inside and out" – a concept
that encompasses a clean interior environ-
ment as well as highly efficient emission con-
trol. In many cases the exhaust emissions are
well below the applicable standards.
Clean air in the passenger
compartment
A passenger compartment filter prevents dust
and pollen from entering the passenger com-
partment via the air intake.
The Interior Air Quality System (IAQS)*
ensures that the incoming air is cleaner than
the air in the traffic outside.
The system cleans the air in the passenger
compartment from contaminants such as par-
ticles, hydrocarbons, nitrous oxides and
ground-level ozone. If the outside air is conta-
minated then the air intake is closed and the
air is recirculated. Such a situation may arise
in heavy traffic, queues and tunnels for exam-
ple.
IAQS is a part of the Clean Zone Interior
Package (CZIP)*, which also includes a func-
tion that allows the fan to start when the car
is unlocked with the remote control key.
Interior
The material used in the interior of a Volvo is
carefully selected and has been tested in
order to be pleasant and comfortable. Some
of the details are hand-made, such as the
seams of the steering wheel that are sewn by
hand. The interior is monitored in order not to
emit strong odours or substances that cause
discomfort in the event of e.g. high heat and
bright light.
Volvo workshops and the environment
Regular maintenance creates the conditions
for a long service life and low fuel consump-
tion for your car. In this way you also contrib-
ute to a cleaner environment. When Volvo's
workshops are entrusted with the service and
maintenance of your car it becomes part of
Volvo's system. Volvo makes clear demands
regarding the way in which workshop prem-
ises shall be designed in order to prevent
spills and discharges into the environment.
The workshop staff have the knowledge and
the tools required to guarantee good environ-
mental care.
