Where is the parking brake on a Volvo S60?
The parking brake prevents the car from rolling away from stationary by means of mechanically locking/blocking two wheels. The control for the parking brake is located in the tunnel console between the seats.
How do you turn the parking brake off on a Volvo S60?
The parking brake can only be deactivated if the engine is running. Depress the brake pedal firmly. Press the control. The parking brake will release and the symbol in the instrument panel will go out.
Does Volvo have brake hold?
When the car has stopped, the brakes are activated automatically. The function can use either foot brake or parking brake to hold the car stationary and it works on all gradients. When driving away, the brakes disengage automatically if the driver is wearing the seatbelt.
What is Volvo brake Assist?
The brake assist system (BAS ) helps to increase brake force during braking, and can thereby shorten the braking distance. The system detects the way in which the driver brakes and increases brake force where necessary. The brake force can be boosted up to the level when the ABS system is engaged.
Where is the parking brake in Volvo?
tunnel console
The parking brake prevents the car from rolling away from stationary by means of mechanically locking/blocking two wheels. The control for the parking brake is located in the tunnel console between the seats. A faint electric motor noise can be heard when the electrically-operated parking brake is being applied.
How do I release parking brake?
Parking Brake. While stepping down on the brake pedal, pull up the parking brake lever as far as it will go. To release, raise the lever up slightly, and while pushing the button, return it completely to its lowered position.
What does the A button do in a Volvo?
If the function is active and holding the vehicle stationary using the normal brakes (A symbol lit), the brake pedal must be depressed while pressing the button in order to deactivate Auto-hold. The function will remain off until it is reactivated.
How do I turn off Auto hold?
Auto Hold will turn off automatically when you turn the car off or you can turn it off simply by pressing the button again.
Is Brake Assist the same as ABS?
Brake assist is designed to complement, not replace, the anti-skid technology of ABS. ABS rapidly pumps the brakes during a hard stop to prevent your vehicle from skidding and sliding. Brake assist simply allows the ABS system to stop the car even more effectively.