Changing Tires - Volvo XC 90 Owner's Manual

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WHEELS AND TIRES

The compressor should not be used for more

than 10 minutes at a time to avoid overheat-

5. Inflate the tire to the correct pressure (see

the tire pressure decal on the on the driver's

side B-pillar (the structural member at the

side of the vehicle, at the rear of the driver's

door opening). Use the air release valve to

release some air from the tire if necessary.

6. Turn off the compressor (press the on/off

switch to position 0) when the correct infla-

tion pressure has been reached.

After inflating the tires, always reinstall the

valve cap to help avoid damage to the

valve from dirt, gravel, etc.

Use plastic valve caps only. Metal caps

could corrode and become difficult to

7. Disconnect the electrical wire from the 12-

volt socket.

Related information

Checking tire inflation pressure (p. 489)

Tire sealing system (p. 495)

Changing tires

When changing wheels to another dimension,

always follow Volvo's instructions.

When changing to tires of another

If you mount tires with a dimension other than

the factory-installed tires, contact an authorized

Volvo retailer to update the vehicle's software.

This may also be necessary when changing from

summer to winter tires, or vice versa.

Related information

Snow tires and chains (p. 505)

Installing a wheel (p. 504)

Removing a wheel (p. 503)