2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge Pure Electric Space under the bonnet
Topping up washer fluid
Washer fluid is used for cleaning the headlamps as well as the windscreen and rear window. Washer fluid with antifreeze must be used when the temperature is under the freezing point.
When approx. 1 liter (1 qt) of washer fluid remains in the reservoir, the message Refill washer fluid, level low appears together with the
symbol in the driver display.When the Refill washer fluid, level low message together with the symbol appear in the driver display, it is time to refill the washer fluid
- Open the bonnet with the handle in the passenger compartment and then with the handle under the front edge of the bonnet.
- Open the washer fluid reservoir cap.
Washer fluid is filled into the reservoir with the blue cap. The reservoir is used for windscreen washers, rear window washers, and headlamp washers. - Top up with washer fluid.
- Close the washer fluid reservoir cap and then close the bonnet.
Prescribed grade: Washer fluid recommended by Volvo – with frost protection during cold weather and for temperatures below freezing point.
Volume:
- Cars with headlamp washing: 5.5 litres (5.8 qts).
- Cars without headlamp washing: 3.5 litres (3.7 qts).
Brake fluid – specifications
Brake fluid is the medium in a hydraulic brake system that is used to transfer pressure from e.g. a brake pedal via a master brake cylinder, which in turn acts on the brake calipers.
Prescribed grade: Volvo Original or equivalent fluid compliant with a combination of Dot 4, 5.1, and ISO 4925 class 6.
Opening and closing the bonnet
The bonnet can be opened using the handle in the passenger compartment and a handle under the front edge of the bonnet. It is important to follow the instructions for closing and to check that the bonnet is fully closed if it has been open.
| 1 | Pull the handle beside the pedals to release the bonnet from its fully closed position. |
| 2 | Move the handle under the bonnet upwards to release the catch and lift the bonnet. |
- The open bonnet is indicated by a warning symbol and graphic in the driver display as well as by an acoustic signal.
Close the bonnet
Press down on the bonnet with both hands in order to fully close it. Only press down on the front part of the bonnet above the grille plate. Do not press along the sides of the bonnet.
The bonnet must be audibly locked on both sides.
Check that the bonnet has been properly locked and that it is not open slightly.
- Never drive with an open bonnet.
- Thoroughly check that the bonnet is fully closed after it has been open.
- If the car warns or indicates that the bonnet is open, or if something else suggests that it is not fully closed – stop immediately and close it firmly.
Coolant
The coolant cools components linked to the electric drive of the car, and the surplus heat can be used to heat the high voltage battery or the passenger compartment.
Prescribed grade:
- Ready-mixed coolant approved by Volvo.
- Contact a workshop as soon as possible in the event of a message for coolant level too low or too high.
- Do not open the lid of the coolant tank, and do not top up any fluid. Doing this may result in damage that is not covered by the warranty.
- The coolant must only be topped up by a workshop. An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.