Volvo XC90 TWIN ENGINE 2018 Owner's Manual page 279

WARNING
If the temperature rises too high, the power
steering may be forced to switch off com-
pletely. In such a situation, the driver display
Power steering failure
shows the message
Stop safely
along with a symbol.
Changing the level of steering wheel
resistance*
In INDIVIDUAL drive mode, the level of steering
wheel resistance can be adjusted.
Settings
1. Tap
in the center display's Top
view.
My Car Drive Modes
2. Select
Force.
Steering wheel resistance settings can only be
accessed if the vehicle is stationary or is moving
straight ahead at a low speed.
Related information
• Driver support systems (p. 276)
• Drive modes (p. 428)
1 Electronic Stability Control
Also called traction control.
2
Electronic Stability Control
The Electronic Stability Control (ESC
helps the driver avoid skidding and improves the
vehicle's directional stability.
and the vehicle may accelerate more slowly than
expected when the accelerator pedal is
depressed.
Steering
The system consists of the following sub-func-
tions:
Stability control
•
• Spin control and active yaw control
• Engine drag control
• Trailer Stability Assist
1
) function
This symbol will be displayed in
the instrument panel when the
system is intervening.
When the system has inter-
vened to apply the brakes, a
pulsing sound may be heard
2
DRIVER SUPPORT
WARNING
• The function is supplementary driver sup-
port intended to facilitate driving and help
make it safer – it cannot handle all situa-
tions in all traffic, weather and road condi-
tions.
• The driver is advised to read all sections
in the Owner's Manual about this function
to learn of its limitations, which the driver
must be aware of before using the func-
tion.
• Driver support functions are not a substi-
tute for the driver's attention and judg-
ment. The driver is always responsible for
ensuring the vehicle is driven in a safe
manner, at the appropriate speed, with an
appropriate distance to other vehicles,
and in accordance with current traffic
rules and regulations.
2
Stability control
This function helps control the driving and brak-
ing force of each individual wheel in an attempt
to stabilize the vehicle.
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* Option/accessory.