Keeping the 12 V battery charged
The 12 V battery is charged whenever the motor is running. However, it charges better when driving the car. Using a lot of energy without allowing the 12 V battery to charge can lead to low battery level and electrical features can be reduced or disabled.
- air conditioning
- headlights
- wipers
- radio
- centre display
- or the 12 V socket and USB ports.
If you still need to use certain features while the car is stationary, turn the motor off to use less power.
If the battery level is below a certain point, you will need to charge it with an external charger or jump start the car with an external battery.
Servicing and replacement
The 12 V battery is maintenance-free. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop if the 12 V battery needs to be replaced.
Warning
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle. Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules and seatbelt pre-tensioners may contain Perchlorate Material. Special handling may be required for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.
