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VOLVO VN / VHD / VAH

Drivers handbookQUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

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FOREWORD

This quick reference guide details basic information for operating yourVN, VHD or VAH vehicle. Please keep this guide in the vehicle at all times.

Note:Illustrations in this guide are used for reference only and may differ slightlyfrom the actual vehicle. However, key components addressed in thisdocument are represented as accurately as possible.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and Volvo TrucksNorth America should be informed immediately if you believe the vehicle has adefect that could cause a crash, injury or death.

Contact NHTSA by calling the Auto Safety Hotline at 1 (888) 327-4236, by writingto NHTSA, U.S. Department of Transportation, Washington, DC 20590, by TTY at1 (800) 424-9153, or by visiting their website at www.nhtsa.dot.gov.

Volvo Trucks North America, a division of Volvo Group North America, Inc.Greensboro, NC USA

2012 Volvo Group North America, Inc., Greensboro, NC USA

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,or transmitted in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording orotherwise, without the prior written permission of Volvo Trucks North America, a division ofVolvo Group North America, Inc.

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contents

Starting the Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 -6

Cab Doors, Door Locks and Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11

Panel Arrangement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Instrument Panel Gauge Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Panel A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Panel B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 -15

Panel C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Panel D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Panel E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

I-Shift Transmission Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-21

Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23

Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone Mode (Optional Feature) . . . . . . . 24

Steering Wheel Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Miscellaneous Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

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starting the engine

Start ProcedureFor cold weather starting, refer to the VN/VHD/VAH operators manual.

The following starting and operating procedures should be followed for

all engines. For more information about the design and function of a non-

VOLVO engine, refer to the operators manual from the engine manufacturer.

Before starting the engine, see Instruments and Controls section (pages

1223) for detailed information on how the gauges and tell-tales work.

Never operate the starter without first placing the transmission in

neutral or depressing the clutch pedal. Failure to so could result in theunintentional movement of the vehicle resulting in property damage,

personal injury or death.

DANGER

STARTINGTHEENGINE

DO NOTuse ether or other combustible starting aids

in any VOLVO engine. Doing so could cause a fire or

explosion resulting in severe property damage, serious

personal injury or death.

DANGER

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starting the engine

1.Before starting the engine, perform the engine pre-trip inspection and daily

maintenance checks. For more information on the pre-trip inspection, refer

to the VN/VHD/VAH operators manual.

2.Make sure the parking brakes are engaged.

3.Place the transmission in neutral or depress the clutch pedal.

NOTE:Some starters are equipped with starter protection. If the engine is

running and the starter temperature is too high, or the transmission

is not in neutral, or the clutch pedal is not depressed, starter

engagement is inhibited. When the key is turned to the start position,

there is a one-second delay before the starter is engaged.

NOTE:The starter will not operate if the PTO is engaged.

4.Turn on the ignition with the switch key. Some tell-tales will come on in a

routine check that shows the bulbs and systems are OK. If any of the tell-

tales remain on, that function of the vehicle may not be operable. DO NOT

operate the vehicle until the problem is repaired. For an explanation of the

tell-tales, refer to the VN/VHD/VAH operators manual.

5.Turn the key to the start position. Release key as soon as the engine has

started. For the VOLVO engine, the preheater can be engaged to assist

starting in cold temperatures.

DO NOTcrank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time. Wait

two minutes after each try to allow the starter to cool. Failure to follow

these instructions could cause starter damage.

CAUTION

STARTINGTHEENGINE

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If at start-up, or any time thereafter,

the oil pressure gauge indicates

a drop in oil pressure, shut the

engine down immediately. Failureto stop the engine may cause

major engine damage.

CAUTION

6.When the engine has started, it takes a while to send lubricating oil to

all bearings and shafts and between pistons and liners. Wait for the oilpressure gauge to settle at a normal level, then gradually increase engine

speed. Continue to increase speed slowly as the engine warms up. Check

all gauges during warm-up.

7.During warm-up, apply load gradually until the oil temperature reaches

60C (140F). To move a loaded vehicle, the minimum coolant temperature

must be approximately 50C (120F).

starting the engine

STARTINGTHEENGINE

Engine Break-InEngines are tested on dynamometers before being shipped from the

manufacturer. In most applications, the engine can be put to work immediately,

but the operator should be extra observant of the operating conditions shown

on the gauges during the initial 100 hours or 5,000 Km (3,000 miles).

A more frequent check of the engine compartment for fluid leaks, fluid levels

and fastener tightness is also recommended during the break-in period.

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cab doors, door locks and keys

Keyless Remote Entry

1.Press the remote button once to

unlock driver side. Press twice to

unlock both doors.

2.Press the remote button once to

lock doors.

Note:The vehicle is delivered with two

identical keys. Additional keys

may be ordered through your

authorized VOLVO Truck dealer.

er.

To lessen the chance of being thrown from the vehicle in the event

of an accident, always lock the doors and wear the safety belt while

driving. Failure to do so can cause serious personal injury or death in

the event of an accident.

DANGER

CABDOORS,DOORLOCKSANDKEYS

KeysThe cab doors can be locked and unlocked with the same key used for the

ignition. Keyless remote entry is also available. Keys can be made to fit just

one vehicle or all the vehicles in a VOLVO fleet. The key fits in the door lock

in either orientation. Insert the key and turn it turn counterclockwise to

unlock the door, or clockwise to lock it.

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Mechanical Locks

With mechanical locks, to lock either

door from inside the cab, push the door

lock handle forward. The handle will stay

in place, indicating the door is locked.

It can be unlocked without opening the

door by moving the door lock handle tothe middle position.

Pull the handle back to unlock the door.

Push the handle forward to lock the door.


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ABDOORS,DOORLOCKSANDKEYS

Door LocksThe door locks are mechanically or electronically operated. The lock is

activated by the key from outside the truck, or by the door lock handle from

inside. With mechanical locks, only one door can be locked and unlocked at

a time. With electronic locks, both doors can be locked and unlocked by the

key or by the inner door lock handle on the drivers and passengers sides.

Note:Neither door can be locked while it is still open. The door must be

closed for the lock to work.

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Electronic Locks

With electronic locks, to lock both doors

from inside the cab, push the door lock

handle forward on either door. The handle

will stay in place, indicating the door is

locked.

Either door can be unlocked without

opening the door by moving the door lock

handle to the middle position. Each door

must be unlocked individually from inside

the cab.

To unlock the doors using the key, insert

the key in either door lock. Turn the key to

the unlock position to unlock that door (1).

To unlock both doors, turn the key to the

unlock position (1), turn the key to the lock

position (2)and turn the key to the unlock

position (3).


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To close the door from the inside,

place your hand in the handhold and

pull the door toward you.

To close the door from the outside,

place your hand against the door lock

area and push the door shut.

DO NOTshut the door by pushing on the door panel. Doing so may

distort the door panel metal.

CAUTION

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ABDOORS,DOORLOCKSANDKEYS

Door OperationEach door has a position lock that enables the door to remain open in

two different positions. An indented bar holds the door partially open at

approximately 30 and fully open at approximately 85.

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Power Door Locks(Optional)

Power door locks are operated by a remote control

button located on the control panel on the drivers

door. Press button 1(shown on panel diagram) tolock both doors, or press button 2to unlock them.

In the event of a power failure, the electrical lock

system reverts back to a mechanical system.

Central LockingThe central locking feature is operated using a

remote control button located on the drivers door

control panel. There is no alarm in this unit. The

central locking unit allows the driver to control the

vehicles door locks electronically for convenience

and increased personal safety.

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Unlock Doors Using Remote Control

To unlock the drivers door, press the UNLOCK button. The side

indicators will flash.

To unlock the passenger door, press the UNLOCK button again.

The side indicators will flash.

Lock Doors Using Remote Control

Press the LOCK button. The side indicators will flash.

1 2

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PANEL ARRANGEMENT

Your view from the driver seat will look similar to the illustrations shown on

page 13. The layout is designed to provide the operator with a good view of

the gauges and controls, which are placed within easy reach. The instrument

panel, as shown in the drawing, is broken down into five sections. For easy

identification we refer to them, from left to right, as Panels A, B, C, D and E.

Note:This guide shows instruments and controls available for this vehicle at

the time of publication. Depending on options, your vehicle may not

have all the instruments and controls shown, and they may not be in

the same position.

PANELARRANGEMENT

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INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGE LAYOUT

Panel arrangement, showing location of Panels A, B, C, Dand E.

INSTRUMENTPANELGAUGELAYOUT

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PANEL A

1.Light Control Panel

2.Instrument Cluster

3.Trailer Air Supply

4.Tractor Parking Brake

PANELA&B

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PANEL B

5.Inter-Wheel Differential Lock

6.Inter-Axle Differential Lock

7.VN: Idle Management Indicator

Lamp (ISX ICON) or Optional

Switch or Electronically

Controlled Suspension (ECS)On/Off or Lift Axle #1 (Pusher)

8.VN: Optional Switch or

Electronically Controlled

Suspension (ECS) Up/Down

9.Auxiliary #1

10.VN: Auxiliary #2 or Temp-A-Start

(TAS) Indicator Lamps

11.VN: Auxiliary #3 or Temp-A-Start

(TAS) On/Off

12.Secondary Gauge Cluster

13.Secondary Gauge Cluster

14.Engine Brake or I-Shift Eco-Roll

15.VN: Engine Brake Mode Select

(ISX) or I-Shift Hill Start Assist

16.VN: Fifth Wheel Touch Lock

(Unlock)

17.Marker Interrupt or Secondary

Gauge Cluster

18.Optional Switch or Secondary

Gauge Cluster

19.Traction Control

20.Suspension Dump

21.Fifth Wheel Slide or Engine

Inside/Outside Air Control

22.Air Vent

23.Radio

24.Fan Speed

25.Recirculation

26.Air Distribution

27.AC ON/OFF

28.Temperature Knob

29.Trailer Hand Brake Control

PANELB

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PANEL C

30.VN: Optional Switch or Passenger Window Lift

31.Water in Fuel (Purge Switch)

32.Optional Switch or AUX/USB Port

33.VN: Sleeper Fan Speed

34.VN: Optional Switch or Beacon Lamps

PANELC

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PANEL D

35.Back-of-Cab Light

36.Optional Switch

37.Optional Switch or Power Take-Off (PTO)

38.VN: Overhead Bunk Lamp or Passenger Side Mirror In/Out

39. VN: Side Mirror Heat or Power Take-Off (PTO)

PANELD

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PANEL E

40.AC Inverter 120 V

41.Optional Switch

42.Optional Switch

43.Power Outlet

44.Microphone

Note:Before driving this vehicle, locate the various instruments and controls

and become familiar with their operation. After starting and while

driving, be sure the instrument readings are normal.

Note:The instruments and controls shown were available for this vehicle

at the time of publication. Depending on the options selected, not allgauges and tell-tales may be used in all vehicles.

Note:The dash layout is the same for all VOLVO vehicles. However, the

switches and certain switch positions are different depending on

vehicle options specified.PANELE

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I-SHIFTTRANSMISSIONFEATURES

I-SHIFT TRANSMISSION FEATURES

Gear SelectorNote:The I-Shift transmission is available with optional features. Customer-

requested options are available. Contact your VOLVO Truck dealer for

more information about standard and optional features.

I-Shift transmission optional feature packages can be upgraded to addadditional benefits.

Gear Selectors

Two gear selectors are available with the

I-Shift transmission: Premium and Basic.

The gear selector is attached to the

drivers seat. There are four gear selector

positions: R, N, D and M. When the gear

lever is in the R position, the reverse

gears are engaged. The N position places

the transmission in neutral. The D positionis the automatic drive mode. With the

Premium gear selector, the M position

allows the operator to manually select

the operating and starting gear. With the

Basic gear selector, the M position holds

the current operating gear and puts the

transmission in first gear when starting

from a stop.

Basic Gear Selector Shown

n

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Gear Selector Movement

The gear selector lock must be depressed to move the gear lever from

the N position.

The gear lever can be moved from the R position to N, back and forth

between the D and M positions, and from the D position to N without

pressing the gear selector lock.

1.Gear Lever

2.Economy/Performance Button (Premium gear selector only)

3.Gear Selector Lock

4.Manual Gear Selection Buttons (Premium gear selector only)

5.Fold Button



Premium Gear Selector Shown

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Premium Gear Selector

With the Premium gear selector, the manual gear selection buttons allow

the operator to manually select the operating gear in both the automatic and

manual driving modes. Also, the operator can use the manual gear selection

buttons to select the vehicle start gear and the idle driving gear.

Premium gear selectors have an Economy/Performance button. The

transmission is in Economy mode when the vehicle is started. Press the E/P

button to enable Performance mode.

Note:If the E/P parameter is disabled then the Performance mode cannot

be engaged.

From the N position the gear lever can be folded to the horizontal position

by depressing the Fold button on the top of the lever. It is not necessary topress the Fold button again to return the gear lever to the vertical position.

The gear lever is in the N position when returned to the vertical position.


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Cruise control

Engaging Cruise Control

To engage and set desired speed while driving:

1.Set the cruise control switch to ON.

2.When the desired vehicle speed has been reached, momentarily press inthe SET+ or SET switch on the end of the lever. The vehicle will continue

at that speed.

3.To increase speed, press the SET+ switch. A momentary press of

the switch (half-second or less) will increase vehicle speed in small

increments. Hold down the switch (more than a half-second) to increase

vehicle speed quickly. The vehicle speed will increase as long as the

SET+ switch is pressed (speed will not increase above the maximumprogrammed speed). Release the switch when the desired speed has

been reached. The new set speed will be the vehicle speed when the

switch is released.

4.To decrease speed, press the SET switch. A momentary press of the

switch (half-second or less) will reduce vehicle speed in small increments.

CRUISECONTROL

DO NOTuse the cruise control in heavy traffic, with ice/snow on the

road or during other unfavorable conditions. Doing so may lead to loss

of vehicle control, causing a vehicle crash, personal injury or death.

DANGER

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Cruise control

CRUISECONTROL

Hold down the switch (more than a half-second) to reduce vehicle speed

quickly. The vehicle speed will decrease as long as the SET switch

is pressed (speed will not decrease below the minimum programmed

speed). Release the switch when the desired speed has been reached.

The new set speed will be the vehicle speed when the switch is released.

Note:The cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below approximately

18 mph (30 Km/h).

Disengaging

The cruise control will disengage if the brake is depressed or if the

cruise control switch is set to OFF. If the ignition key is turned back to the

accessories position (I), the cruise control system will be disengaged.

If configured to do so, the cruise control will remain engaged if the clutch

pedal is depressed for short durations (to allow shifting while in cruise

control). However, if the clutch pedal is depressed for an extended period

(typically greater than 5 seconds), cruise control will be disengaged.

Resuming Vehicle SpeedThe previously selected cruise speed is retained in memory. When the cruise

control switch is pushed to the RESUME position, the vehicle resumes the

previously set speed (provided vehicle speed exceeds approximately 10 mph

(15 Km/h) when the switch is pressed, and the speed is not higher than the

maximum programmed speed).

Acceleration

Momentary acceleration (passing another vehicle, for example) does not

interrupt cruise control operation. After passing, release the accelerator and

let the vehicle slow to cruise control speed. The previously set speed will

then be maintained without having to set the switch to RESUME.

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BLUETOOTH PHONE MODE

BLUETOOTHPHONEMODE

Bluetooth Hands-Free PhoneMode (Optional Feature)The radio is designed to work with mobile phones that support the Bluetooth

Hands-Free Profile 1.5. Other Bluetooth-capable mobile phones may also

work with the radio.

To connect a mobile phone to the radio through Bluetooth, the following

steps must be completed on the radio:

1.Activate the Bluetooth function

2.Add the phone

Note:Corresponding steps must be taken on the mobile phone. An added

phone will be stored in memory for quick access when connecting

again at a later time.

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steering wheel controls

STEERINGWHEELCONTROLS

Left-Hand Controls

Headlamp Interrupt (Top)

Marker Interrupt (Bottom)

When either interrupt switch is pressed,

the corresponding lights toggle fromtheir current state. (If OFF, they change

to ON; if ON, they change to OFF.)

When pressed for more than 3 seconds,

the lights revert to the initial state.

Right-Hand Controls

Radio Controls

Phone/Bluetooth Controls

Press + (up) or (down) to change the

radio volume.

Press the switch (left) or (right)to change radio stations. The radio

will seek the next station with a

strong signal.

The Phone/Bluetooth option allows the

driver to sync a mobile phone with the

vehicles speaker system via Bluetooth.

The two buttons for this option arelocated above the radio control button.

To answer an incoming phone call, press

the button with the green phone.

To end a phone call in progress, press

the button with the red phone.

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Horn Switches

Electric and air horns are standard

equipment. They are operated by

buttons on the steering wheel or by

pressing the center pad.

The center pad (airbag cover) can be

pressed anywhere around the edge to

engage the air horn.

1.Air Horn

2.Electric Horn (city horn)

MISCELLANEOUS SWITCHES

MISCELLANEOUSSWITCHES

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