Messages

When a warning, information or indicator symbol illuminates, a corresponding message appears on the information display.
MessageSpecification
Stop safely1Stop and switch off the engine. Serious risk of damage - consult a workshop2.
Stop engine1Stop and switch off the engine. Serious risk of damage - consult a workshop2.
Service urgent1Contact a workshop2 to check the car immediately.
Service required1Contact a workshop2 to check the car as soon as possible.
See manual1Read the owner's manual.
Book time for maintenanceTime to book regular service - contact a workshop2.
Time for regular maintenanceTime for regular service - contact a workshop2. The timing is determined by the number of kilometres driven, number of months since the last service, engine running time and oil grade.
Maintenance overdueIf the service intervals are not followed then the warranty does not cover any damaged parts - contact a workshop2.
Transmission Oil change needed Contact a workshop2 to check the car as soon as possible.
Transmission Reduced performance

The gearbox cannot handle full capacity. Drive carefully until the message clears3.

If shown repeatedly - contact a workshop2.

Transmission hot Reduce speedDrive more smoothly or stop the car in a safe manner. Disengage the gear and run the engine at idling speed until the message clears3.
Transmission hot Stop safely Wait for coolingCritical fault. Stop the car immediately in a safe manner and contact a workshop2.
Temporarily off1A function has been temporarily switched off and is reset automatically while driving or after starting again.
Low battery charge Power save modeThe audio system is switched off to save energy. Charge the battery.
  1. 1 Part of message, shown together with information on where the problem has arisen.
  2. 2 An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.
  3. 3 For more information regarding the automatic gearbox, see Automatic gearbox -- Geartronic.