Oil pressure warning light
If the light comes on during driving, the oil pressure is too low. Stop the car and then stop the engine
immediately and check the engine oil level. See section titled "Engine oil".
After hard driving, the light will come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal,
provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.
Parking brake reminder light
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated
between the front seats.
Bulb failure warning light
The light will come on if any of the following bulbs are defective:
one of the low beam headlights
one of the tail lights
one of the brake lights (when the brake pedal is depressed).
Check the fuse and bulb.
See sections titled "Replacing bulbs" and "Fuses". Should the warning light come on after a defective
outside bulb has been replaced, the corresponding bulb on the other side of the car should also be
replaced.
pg. 10 Shift indicator light
Shift indicator light (Manual transmission cars only)
The Volvo shift indicator light (S.I.L.) is a device designed to help you get even better gas mileage from
your Volvo car. Studies have shown that the best fuel economy is obtained by shifting gears at low
engine rpm and high relative engine load. The Volvo S.I.L. is calibrated to show you when to shift for
improved mileage without sacrificing smooth acceleration.
Use of the S.I.L. is simple. Shift to the next higher gear as soon as the light comes on. You may find
after using the S.I.L. for some time that your natural shifting rhythm will adapt to the S.I.L's suggestion.
