Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Alarm system
There are different versions of the alarm system. Some of the versions are market dependent or options:
- Basic Alarm . Doors, hood and tailgate
- Extended alarm . Has one or more of the following as additions to the basic Alarm. Mass movement sensor, the inclination sensor module and glass wire (V70/V70XC only)
- Number of alarm cycles . Market dependent. There are two choices, 1 or 10 cycles. The alarm cycle is the number of times the alarm sounds when it has been deployed. An alarm cycle means that the siren sounds for approximately 25 seconds and the hazard warning signal flashers flash for approximately 5 minutes. Once the alarm has been deployed the alarm is reactivated. If a door or hatch is left open, that door or hatch will not be included in the alarm loop when the alarm is activated once again.
Components and switches differ depending on the model year, version and equipment.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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