🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Volvo Model: V50 Year: 2012 Body Style: Wagon Codes Platform Code: P1 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact Executive/Premium Station Wagon Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: • Audi A3 Sportback • BMW 3 Series Touring • Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate • Volkswagen Golf Variant Key Features Unique Selling Points: • Volvo's reputation for safety • Comfortable and premium interior • Practical wagon body style • Available all-wheel drive (AWD) 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Main Sections: • Introduction • Driver and Passenger Safety • Instruments and Controls • Comfort and Convenience Features • Operation Tips • Appearance Care • Taking Care of the Unexpected • Technical Information • Warranty and Customer Relations • Entertainment Systems • Climate Controls • Lights • Driver Controls • Locks and Security • Seating and Safety Restraints • Driving • Customer Assistance • Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) • Cleaning • Engine compartment • Engine oil • Battery Fuel information • Air filter(s) • Part numbers • Refill capacities • Lubricant specifications • Accessories • Service Information and Specifications • Maintenance Information and Specifications Page Count Estimated Page Count: Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for this model year) Manual Type Type: Owner's Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital PDF 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Vehicle Systems: • Powertrain (Engine, Transmission) • Chassis (Suspension, Steering, Brakes) • Electrical System (Lighting, Instruments, Power Accessories) • Body and Interior • Climate Control System • Infotainment and Audio Systems • Safety and Security Systems Procedures Included Owner Procedures: • Basic operation and controls • Starting and driving • Parking • Fueling • Checking and topping up fluids • Changing tires • Jump starting the battery • Using interior features • Child seat installation • Towing information • Cleaning and appearance care • Troubleshooting common indicators • Emergency procedures Technical Depth Level Of Detail: Comprehensive owner-level information, including basic maintenance checks, fluid specifications, refill capacities, and general troubleshooting guidance. Does not delve into detailed diagnostic procedures or component-level repair instructions typically found in a workshop manual. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Print Quality Quality Description: Identical to Original Factory Manuals, ensuring high-quality scans/digital reproduction of diagrams, text, and images. Binding Type Binding: Not applicable (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper Quality: Not applicable (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: Inline 5-Cylinder (Specific variants exist, commonly 2.4L or 2.5L turbocharged) Performance Horsepower Range: 168 hp - 250 hp (depending on engine variant, e.g., 2.4i, T5) Torque Range: 170 lb-ft - 270 lb-ft (depending on engine variant) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) Engine Details Bore X Stroke: Varies by engine variant (e.g., 81.0 mm x 93.15 mm for 2.4i) Compression Ratio: Varies by engine variant (e.g., 10.3:1 for 2.4i) Engine Code Example: B5244S4 (2.4i), B5254T6 (T5) 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type: 5-speed Manual (Common on lower trims/engines) Optional Transmission Type Optional: 5-speed Geartronic Automatic (Often with Sequential Shift) Features AWD Availability: Available on select models, particularly T5 variants. Fluid Specs Automatic Transmission Fluid: Volvo specifies specific Geartronic Fluid (e.g., 31258902) or approved equivalent. Manual Transmission Fluid: Refer to manual for specific SAE viscosity grade and API GL-4/GL-5 specification. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approximately 177.1 inches (4498 mm) Width: Approximately 70.2 inches (1783 mm) Height: Approximately 57.5 inches (1460 mm) Wheelbase: Approximately 103.0 inches (2619 mm) Cargo Cargo Volume Seats Up: Approximately 17.0 cubic feet (480 liters) Cargo Volume Seats Down: Approximately 30.0 cubic feet (840 liters) Weights Curb Weight: Approximately 3300 - 3600 lbs (1497 - 1633 kg) depending on configuration Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: Typically around 4500 - 4700 lbs (2041 - 2132 kg) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings IIHS Top Safety Pick: The V50 generally performed well in IIHS crash tests, often earning 'Good' ratings in frontal and side impact tests. Specific ratings can vary slightly by test year and configuration. NHTSA Ratings: Likely received 4 or 5-star ratings in key NHTSA categories like frontal and side crash tests for the driver and front passenger. Specific details are in the manual. Active Features Stability Control: Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is standard. Traction Control: Traction Control System (TCS) is standard. Braking System: Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA). Passive Features Airbags: • Dual-stage front airbags • Side-impact airbags (front seats) • Inflatable curtain airbags (head protection for front and rear occupants) • Optional rear side airbags Seat Belts: Pretensioning seatbelts with load limiters for front seats. Three-point seatbelts for all seating positions. Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) for front seats. Child Seat Anchors: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system for rear seats. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: Available systems include Volvo's Premium Sound with CD player, AM/FM radio. Some may feature auxiliary audio input, Satellite Radio readiness. Navigation System: Optional factory-installed...
Approximately 300-400 pages (typical for this model year)
Manual Type
Type:
Owner's Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
Digital PDF
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Vehicle Systems:
• Powertrain (Engine, Transmission)
• Chassis (Suspension, Steering, Brakes)
• Electrical System (Lighting, Instruments, Power Accessories)
• Body and Interior
• Climate Control System
• Infotainment and Audio Systems
• Safety and Security Systems
Procedures Included
Owner Procedures:
• Basic operation and controls
• Starting and driving
• Parking
• Fueling
• Checking and topping up fluids
• Changing tires
• Jump starting the battery
• Using interior features
• Child seat installation
• Towing information
• Cleaning and appearance care
• Troubleshooting common indicators
• Emergency procedures
Technical Depth
Level Of Detail:
Comprehensive owner-level information, including basic maintenance checks, fluid specifications, refill capacities, and general troubleshooting guidance. Does not delve into detailed diagnostic procedures or component-level repair instructions typically found in a workshop manual.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Print Quality
Quality Description:
Identical to Original Factory Manuals, ensuring high-quality scans/digital reproduction of diagrams, text, and images.
Binding Type
Binding:
Not applicable (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper Quality:
Not applicable (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
Inline 5-Cylinder (Specific variants exist, commonly 2.4L or 2.5L turbocharged)
Performance
Horsepower Range:
168 hp - 250 hp (depending on engine variant, e.g., 2.4i, T5)
Torque Range:
170 lb-ft - 270 lb-ft (depending on engine variant)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Engine Details
Bore X Stroke:
Varies by engine variant (e.g., 81.0 mm x 93.15 mm for 2.4i)
Compression Ratio:
Varies by engine variant (e.g., 10.3:1 for 2.4i)
Engine Code Example:
B5244S4 (2.4i), B5254T6 (T5)
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type:
5-speed Manual (Common on lower trims/engines)
Optional
Transmission Type Optional:
5-speed Geartronic Automatic (Often with Sequential Shift)
Features
AWD Availability:
Available on select models, particularly T5 variants.
Fluid Specs
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Volvo specifies specific Geartronic Fluid (e.g., 31258902) or approved equivalent.
Manual Transmission Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific SAE viscosity grade and API GL-4/GL-5 specification.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approximately 177.1 inches (4498 mm)
Width:
Approximately 70.2 inches (1783 mm)
Height:
Approximately 57.5 inches (1460 mm)
Wheelbase:
Approximately 103.0 inches (2619 mm)
Cargo
Cargo Volume Seats Up:
Approximately 17.0 cubic feet (480 liters)
Cargo Volume Seats Down:
Approximately 30.0 cubic feet (840 liters)
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approximately 3300 - 3600 lbs (1497 - 1633 kg) depending on configuration
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:
Typically around 4500 - 4700 lbs (2041 - 2132 kg)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
IIHS Top Safety Pick:
The V50 generally performed well in IIHS crash tests, often earning 'Good' ratings in frontal and side impact tests. Specific ratings can vary slightly by test year and configuration.
NHTSA Ratings:
Likely received 4 or 5-star ratings in key NHTSA categories like frontal and side crash tests for the driver and front passenger. Specific details are in the manual.
Active Features
Stability Control:
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) is standard.
Traction Control:
Traction Control System (TCS) is standard.
Braking System:
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA).
Passive Features
Airbags:
• Dual-stage front airbags
• Side-impact airbags (front seats)
• Inflatable curtain airbags (head protection for front and rear occupants)
• Optional rear side airbags
Seat Belts:
Pretensioning seatbelts with load limiters for front seats. Three-point seatbelts for all seating positions. Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) for front seats.
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system for rear seats.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Available systems include Volvo's Premium Sound with CD player, AM/FM radio. Some may feature auxiliary audio input, Satellite Radio readiness.
Navigation System:
Optional factory-installed navigation system available on some trims.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard cruise control.
Parking Assistance:
Optional rear parking sensors available.
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Optional Bluetooth hands-free connectivity for compatible phones.
Lighting
Headlights:
Halogen headlights standard; optional Bi-Xenon (HID) headlights with Active Bending Lights (ABL) available on higher trims.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Typically every 7,500 to 10,000 miles (12,000 to 16,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first, depending on driving conditions. Refer to manual for specific recommendation.
Timing Belt Replacement:
For non-turbocharged 5-cylinder engines (e.g., 2.4i), timing belt replacement is typically recommended at 105,000 miles (170,000 km). Turbocharged engines (T5) often use a timing chain, which generally doesn't require scheduled replacement but should be inspected.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Intervals vary by spark plug type (e.g., standard, long-life platinum/iridium). Typically between 60,000 to 100,000 miles. Manual will specify.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Specification:
Typically SAE 0W-30 or 0W-20 synthetic oil meeting Volvo's VCC (Volvo Car Corporation) specifications (e.g., VCC 95200353 for 0W-30).
Coolant Specification:
Volvo recommends their premium coolant (e.g., VCC 1272037, a long-life orange coolant) mixed with distilled water.
Brake Fluid Specification:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid.
Power Steering Fluid:
Refer to manual for specific Volvo steering fluid or approved equivalent (often Dexron III or similar).
Known Issues
Common Problems:
• PCV (Positive Crankcase Ventilation) system issues leading to oil leaks or rough idle.
Volvo part number: 8699078 (or equivalent aftermarket such as Wix 57002, Mann-Filter HU816X)
Air Filter Example:
Volvo part number: 30748988 (or equivalent aftermarket such as Mann-Filter C22003)
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Volvo Legacy:
Volvo has a long-standing reputation for safety, innovation, and durability, dating back to its founding in Sweden in 1927. Known for pioneering features like the three-point seatbelt.
Model Evolution
V50 Generation:
The V50 is part of Volvo's second generation of compact premium vehicles based on the P1 platform, sharing components with the S40 sedan. It replaced the V40. This generation ran from 2004 to 2012 (in most markets).
Production
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily produced at Volvo's Ghent, Belgium plant.
Production Years For Model:
2004-2012
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Safety Awards:
As a Volvo, it benefits from the brand's consistent recognition for safety from organizations like IIHS and NHTSA. While specific V50 model awards are not widely publicized, the platform and safety features align with Volvo's overall safety accolades.