Page 2 THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO We hope that you will enjoy many years of driving pleasure in your Volvo. The car has been designed for the safety and com- fort of you and your passengers. Volvo is one of the safest cars in the world.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
01 Safety 02 Instruments and controls Introduction ........6 Seatbelts .......... 12 Overview, left-hand drive car ....38 Volvo Car Corporation and the Airbag system ........15 Overview, right-hand drive car ..40 environment......... 7 Airbags (SRS) ........16 Driver’s door control panel ....42 Activating/deactivating the airbag Combined instrument panel .....43...
Page 4 Contents 03 Climate control 04 Interior 05 Locks and alarm General information on climate Front seats ........80 Keys and remote controls ....100 control ..........70 Interior lighting ........82 Locking and unlocking ....103 Electronic Climate Control, ECC ..72 Storage spaces in the passenger Child safety locks ......
Page 5 Contents 06 Starting and driving 07 Wheels and tyres 08 Car care General ........... 112 General ........... 152 Cleaning .......... 176 Refuelling ........114 Tyre pressure ........155 Touching up paintwork ....179 Starting the engine ......116 Warning triangle and spare wheel ..157 Rustproofing ........180 Manual gearbox ......
Page 6 Contents 09 Maintenance and service 10 Infotainment system 11 Specifications Volvo service ........184 General ...........212 Type designation ......242 Self-maintenance ......185 Control panels, audio ......213 Dimensions and weights ....243 Bonnet and engine compartment ..186 Audio system functions ....217 Engine specifications .....
Page 7: Introduction
A good way of getting to know your new car NOTE is to read the owner’s manual, ideally before Volvo cars are adapted for the varying re- your first journey. This will give you the op- quirements of different markets, as well as...
Page 8: Environment
EPI (Environmental Product Information) is also believe that our customers share our er fuel consumption generally results in lower supplied for all Volvo models. You can now consideration for the environment. emission of the greenhouse gas, carbon compare the environmental impact of differ- dioxide.
Page 9 , which can convert hazardous signed in order to prevent spills and dis- ground-level ozone into pure oxygen when The interior of a Volvo is designed to be charges into the environment. Our workshop the ozone passes the radiator. The higher the...
Page 10 Introduction Volvo Cars and the environment Reducing environmental impact • Drive in the highest gear possible. Low engine You can help reduce environmental impact, speeds result in lower fuel for example, by driving economically by pur- consumption. chasing eco-labelled car care products and •...
Page 11 Seatbelts ....................12 Airbag system ..................15 Airbags (SRS) ................... 16 Activating/deactivating the airbag (SRS) ..........19 Side airbags (SIPS bags) .................21 Inflatable Curtain (IC) ................23 WHIPS ......................24 ROPS .......................26 When the systems deploy ................27 Child safety ....................28...
Page 12: Safety
SAFETY...
Page 13: Seatbelts
• during braking and acceleration. Never modify or repair the belt yourself. • if the car leans heavily Contact an authorised Volvo workshop. If the belt has been subjected to a major load, It is important that the belt lies against the such as in a collision, the entire belt must be body so it can provide maximum protection.
Page 14 01 Safety Seatbelts Seatbelt reminder the information display). The message is Seatbelts and pregnancy automatically cleared after approx. 30 seconds or can be acknowledged manually by pressing the READ button. • To provide a warning if one of the rear seatbelts is unfastened during travel.
Page 15 01 Safety Seatbelts the vehicle as they drive (which means they must be able to easily operate the foot ped- als and steering wheel). Within this context, they should strive to position the seat with as large a distance as possible between their abdomen and the steering wheel.
Page 16: Airbag System
SRS AIRBAG SERVICE UR- GENT appears in the infor- mation display. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop urgently. WARNING If the warning symbol for the Airbag system remains on or illuminates while driving, it means that the Airbag system is not func- tioning fully.
Page 17: Airbags (Srs)
01 Safety Airbags (SRS) Airbag (SRS) on the driver’s side Passenger airbag (SRS) WARNING To minimise the risk of injury if the airbag deploys, passengers must sit as upright as possible with their feet on the floor and backs against the backrest. Seatbelts must be secured.
Page 18 01 Safety Airbags (SRS) SRS system WARNING Repairs must only be performed by an au- thorised Volvo workshop. Any interference in the system could cause malfunction and serious injury. SRS system, left-hand drive. SRS system, right-hand drive. The system consists of airbags and sensors.
Page 19 01 Safety Airbags (SRS) Location of the passenger airbag in left-hand drive and right-hand drive cars. WARNING Never interfere with SRS components in the steering wheel or the panel above the glovebox. Objects and accessories must not be posi- tioned or glued on or near the SRS AIRBAG panel (above the glovebox) or in the area affected by a deployed airbag.
Page 20: Activating/Deactivating The Airbag (Srs)
Check that the for example. switch is in the required position. Volvo rec- ommends that that the ignition key is used to Indicator change position. (Other items with a shape A text message on the roof panel indicates similar to a key can be used).
Page 21 This indicates that there has been a se- vere malfunction. Visit an authorised Volvo workshop urgently. Switch for SRS in OFF position. Switch for SRS in ON position.
Page 22: Side Airbags (Sips Bags)
WARNING Use only Volvo genuine car seat covers, or seat covers approved by Volvo. Other seat covers may impede the operation of the side air bags.
Page 23 01 Safety Side airbags (SIPS bags) SIPS bags Passenger side Driver’s side The SIPS bag system consists of side air- bags and sensors. A sufficiently violent colli- sion trips the sensors and the side airbags are inflated. The airbag inflates between the occupant and the door panel and thereby cushions the initial impact while deflating.
Page 24: Inflatable Curtain (Ic)
Only WARNING the driver and passengers from striking their use Volvo genuine parts that are approved heads on the inside of the car during a colli- for placement in these areas. The inflatable curtain is a supplement to the seatbelts.
Page 25: Whips
Contact an authorised The WHIPS system is a supplement to the centre of the seat with as little space as pos- Volvo workshop. seatbelts. Always wear your seatbelt. sible between the head and the head restraint.
Page 26 Volvo workshop. Part of the WHIPS system’s protective ca- pacity may have been lost even if the seat appears to be undamaged. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop to have the system checked even after a minor rear-end collision. WARNING...
Page 27: Rops
01 Safety ROPS ROPS WARNING Volvo’s Roll-Over Protection System has Under normal driving conditions, the RSC been designed to reduce the risk of the car system improves the car’s road safety, but overturning and to provide the best possible this must not be taken as a reason to in- crease speed.
Page 28: When The Systems Deploy
• Have the car transported to an authorised centre console. If the centre console is can make steering difficult. Other safety Volvo workshop. Do not drive with de- drenched with water or other liquid, discon- systems may also be damaged. The smoke ployed airbags.
Page 29: Child Safety
01 Safety Child safety Children should sit comfortably and Volvo’s own child safety equipment is de- Child seats and airbags safely signed for your car. Use Volvo genuine equipment to best ensure that the mounting points and attachments are correctly posi- tioned and are sufficiently strong.
Page 30 01 Safety Child safety Location of airbag decal in door opening on front Decal located on dashboard end face. Decal located on instrument panel end face passenger side. (Australia only). WARNING Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the air- bag (SRS) is activated .
Page 31 01 Safety Child safety Placement of children in the car Front passenger seat with activated Front passenger seat without (or with deactivated ) airbag Weight/age airbag (SRS) (SRS) (option) <10 kg Not suitable for this age group. Alternatives: (0–9 months) •...
Page 32 01 Safety Child safety Third row of Second row of seats, centre Weight/age seats in cars Second row of seats, outer seats seat seating seven. <10 kg Alternatives: Rear-facing child seat, secured with Not suitable for this (0–9 months) • Rear-facing child seat, secured with seatbelt, sup- seatbelt, support legs and straps.
Page 33 For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS) see page 16. – Pull that handle to raise the booster Volvo’s integrated booster cushion for the cushion (1). outer rear seats is specially designed to pro- – Grasp the cushion with both hands and vide optimum safety for children.
Page 34 • Carefully adjust the position of the head restraint to suit the child. WARNING Repair or replacement should only be per- formed by an authorised Volvo workshop. Do not make any modifications or additions to the booster cushion. If an integrated booster cushion has been –...
Page 35 Child safety Fitting a child seat ISOFIX fixture system for child seats (option) Volvo has child safety products that are de- WARNING signed for and tested by Volvo. Never place the child seat in the front seat if the car is equipped with an activated...
Page 36 01 Safety Child safety Mounting points for child seat Extra locking function in seatbelt (ALR/ELR) The seatbelt in the centre of the second row of seats has an extra locking function (ALR/ELR) to help hold the belt taunt in order to facilitate child seat installation.
Page 37 Overview, left-hand drive car ..............38 Overview, right-hand drive car ..............40 Driver’s door control panel ...............42 Combined instrument panel ..............43 Indicator and warning symbols ..............44 Information display ...................47 Switches in the centre console ..............48 Lighting panel ...................51 Left-hand stalk switch ................53 Right-hand stalk switch ................55 Cruise control (option) ................57 Steering wheel adjustment, hazard warning flashers ......58...
Page 38: Instruments And Controls
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS...
Page 39: Overview, Left-Hand Drive Car
02 Instruments and controls Overview, left-hand drive car...
Page 40 02 Instruments and controls Overview, left-hand drive car 1. Lighting panel 27. Sunroof control 2. Panel vents 28. Seatbelt reminder 3. Display 29. Rearview mirror 4. Temperature gauge 5. Odometer, trip meter, cruise control 6. Speedometer 7. Direction indicators 8. Tachometer 9.
Page 41: Overview, Right-Hand Drive Car
02 Instruments and controls Overview, right-hand drive car...
Page 42 02 Instruments and controls Overview, right-hand drive car 1. Lighting panel 27. Sunroof control 2. Panel vents 28. Seatbelt reminder 3. Indicator and warning symbols 29. Rearview mirror 4. Fuel gauge 5. Outside temperature, clock, gear position 6. Tachometer 7. Direction indicators 8.
Page 43: Driver's Door Control Panel
02 Instruments and controls Driver’s door control panel Control panel 1. Lock button, for all doors 2. Blocking power windows in the rear doors 3. Power window controls 4. Door mirror control...
Page 44: Combined Instrument Panel
02 Instruments and controls Combined instrument panel 1. Temperature gauge – Displays the tem- meters with one quick press of the 11. Outside temperature gauge – When perature of the engine cooling system. A button. the temperature lies between +2 °C message will appear on the display if the and –5 °C, a snowflake symbol illumi- 5.
Page 45: Indicator And Warning Symbols
Certain symbols – Rectify the fault as instructed or contact may have no function, de- an authorised Volvo workshop. pending on the car’s specifications. Symbol and message text are visible until the For certain engine variants, the symbol for low fault has been rectified.
Page 46 Top up as driving. necessary. If the lamp illuminates but the oil – Drive to an authorised Volvo workshop to • If the symbols remain on, check the level have the ABS checked if the symbol re- level is normal, contact an authorised Volvo in the brake fluid reservoir.
Page 47 Contact an authorised Volvo workshop. Low speed Indicator symbol for trailer If the car moves at a speed less than approx.
Page 48: Information Display
Have the car checked by an authorised Volvo workshop as soon as possible. TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE Time for regular service at an authorised Volvo workshop. The timing is determined by the number of kilometres driven, number of months since the last service and engine running time.
Page 49: Switches In The Centre Console
02 Instruments and controls Switches in the centre console Air conditioning in the rear Child safety locks in the Proceed as follows if a door mirror has been accidentally folded in or out: of the passenger rear doors (option) compartment (option) Activating or deactivating the –...
Page 50 02 Instruments and controls Switches in the centre console Parking assistance Active Bi-Xenon Lights, The ignition key must be at least in position I so that the socket can supply power. (option) ABL (option) The system is always activat- The ABL headlamps’ head- The cigarette lighter is activated by pushing ed when the car is started.
Page 51 02 Instruments and controls Switches in the centre console Hazard warning flashers Rear window and door mirror defrosters Use the defroster to remove ice and misting from the rear window and door mirrors. Press the switch to start de- frosting the rear window and door mirrors.
Page 52: Lighting Panel
If necessary the automatic end positions. dipped beam can be deactivated by an au- – Roll the control (3) up or down respective- thorised Volvo workshop. ly to raise or lower beam alignment. Automatic dipped beam, main beam Cars with Bi-Xenon headlamps have auto- –...
Page 53 02 Instruments and controls Lighting panel Active Bi-Xenon Lights, ABL (option) Fog lamp Instrument lighting The instrument lighting is switched on when NOTE the ignition key is in position II and the head- lamp control (1) is in one of the end positions. Regulations for use of fog lamps vary from The lighting is automatically dimmed during country to country.
Page 54: Left-Hand Stalk Switch
02 Instruments and controls Left-hand stalk switch Stalk switch positions Short flash sequence Home safe lighting – Move the stalk switch up or down to Some exterior lights can be kept lit and serve position (1) and release, the stalk switch as home safe lighting after the car is locked.
Page 55 02 Instruments and controls Left-hand stalk switch Trip computer (option) • INSTANTANEOUS NOTE • AVERAGE There may be a slight error in the reading if • KILOMETRES TO EMPTY TANK a fuel-driven heater is used. • DSTC , see page 126 Kilometres to empty tank Average speed The range to empty is calculated based on...
Page 56: Right-Hand Stalk Switch
02 Instruments and controls Right-hand stalk switch Windscreen wipers interval between sweeps. Turn it down to in- are again washed with high-pressure with the crease the delay. first windscreen washing. Turn the stalk switch toward the steering wheel to wash the Continuous wiping windscreen only.
Page 57 To activate the rain sensor: – Press the button (B). A light in the button This function (intermittent wiping when revers- illuminates to indicate that the rain sensor ing) can be deactivated. Contact an author- is active. ised Volvo workshop.
Page 58: Cruise Control (Option)
02 Instruments and controls Cruise control (option) Activating Increasing or decreasing speed Temporary disengagement – Press 0 to disengage the cruise control temporarily. will be shown on the CRUISE combined instrument panel. The speed set earlier is stored in the memory. The cruise control is also temporarily disen- gaged when: •...
Page 59: Steering Wheel Adjustment, Hazard Warning Flashers
02 Instruments and controls Steering wheel adjustment, hazard warning flashers Steering wheel adjustment Hazard warning flashers Use the hazard warning flashers (all direction The steering wheel can be adjusted for both indicators flash) when the car is stopped height and reach. where it could be a traffic hazard or obstruc- –...
Page 60: Parking Brake, Electrical Socket, Bonnet, Etc
02 Instruments and controls Parking brake, electrical socket, bonnet, etc. Parking brake Electrical socket in rear seat NOTE The warning symbol in the combined instru- ment panel illuminates irrespective of how hard the parking brake pedal is depressed. How to apply the parking brake –...
Page 61 02 Instruments and controls Parking brake, electrical socket, bonnet, etc. Opening the bonnet Steering wheel adjustment Opening the tailgate Open the tailgate by pulling the handle indi- Pull the handle towards you to release the The steering wheel can be adjusted both ver- cated in the illustration.
Page 62: Power Windows
02 Instruments and controls Power windows Operating Driver’s door Blocking power windows in the rear doors The power windows are operated using the controls in the doors. The ignition key must be in position I and II for the power windows to operate.
Page 63 02 Instruments and controls Power windows Front passenger seat Rear power windows The control for the power window at the front The rear door windows can be operated with passenger seat operates that window only. the controls on the doors and the switch on the driver’s door.
Page 64: Rearview And Door Mirrors
02 Instruments and controls Rearview and door mirrors Interior rearview mirror Rearview mirror with compass (option Correct zone on compass in certain markets) The illustration is a montage. The mirror has The earth is divided into 15 magnetic zones. either manual dipping or automatic dimming, The compass is set for the geographical area The upper right-hand corner of the rearview never both at the same time.
Page 65 02 Instruments and controls Rearview and door mirrors Magnetic zones for the compass Calibration – Stop the car in a wide open area with the – Alternative calibration method: drive off as engine running. usual. disappears from the display The compass may need calibrating to display when calibration is complete.
Page 66 02 Instruments and controls Rearview and door mirrors Door mirrors Water and dirt-repellent coating on the IMPORTANT front windows and/or door mirrors Use the defroster (see page 50) to remove (option) ice from the mirrors, not an ice scraper. The The door mirrors are treated with a coating scraper could scratch the mirror glass.
Page 67: Power Sunroof (Option)
02 Instruments and controls Power sunroof (option) Open positions Switch from ventilation position to comfort position; pull the control rearwards to its end position (4) and release. Automatic operation Move the control over the resistance point position (3) to the rearmost end position (4) or over the resistance point position (2) to the front end position (1) and release.
Page 68 02 Instruments and controls Power sunroof (option) Sunscreen WARNING The sunroof’s pinch protection function only operates during automatic closing, not during manual closing. Make sure children’s hands are clear when closing the sunroof. The sunroof features a manual, sliding interi- or sunscreen.
Page 69 General information on climate control ............70 Electronic Climate Control, ECC ..............72 Fuel-driven heater (option) ...............75...
Page 70: Climate Control
CLIMATE CONTROL...
Page 71: General Information On Climate
R134a refrigerant. Have an au- To ensure that the air conditioning works sat- NOTE thorised Volvo workshop carry out this work. isfactorily, the side windows, and sunroof if Ventilation fan function The air conditioning can be switched off, but appropriate, should be closed.
Page 72 03 Climate control General information on climate control Air distribution Panel vents in the dashboard Panel vents in the door pillar A: Open A: Open Incoming air is distributed through several different vents located throughout the car. B: Closed B: Closed C: Lateral airflow C: Lateral airflow D: Vertical airflow.
Page 73: Electronic Climate Control, Ecc
03 Climate control Electronic Climate Control, ECC Control panel 1. AC – On/Off 11. Temperature, left-hand side When the defroster function is activated the air conditioning is automatically switched on 2. Recirculation/Multifilter with sensor 12. Fan (can be switched off with the A/C button). 3.
Page 74 03 Climate control Electronic Climate Control, ECC passenger compartment is recirculated. The • Follow the Volvo service programme for To switch off the timer function: the recommended replacement interval of Multifilter also cleans the air recirculating in – Press again for more than the Multifilter.
Page 75 13. Fan, rear passenger compartment • the air conditioning (AC) is automatically An authorised Volvo workshop can adjust the (option in cars seating seven) engaged (can be switched off with the temperature. Fan speed can be increased or decreased by A/C button).
Page 76: Fuel-Driven Heater (Option)
Once the settings for TIMER 1, TIMER 2 the display. You are recommended to con- Direct Start are activated, the amber warning tact an authorised Volvo workshop. symbol in the combined instrument panel il- luminates and explanatory text is shown in the display.
Page 77 03 Climate control Fuel-driven heater (option) – Scroll with the thumbwheel to the desired Immediate stop of heater Additional heater (diesel) hour. – Use the thumbwheel (B) to scroll to Extra heat from the additional heater may be – Touch RESET to move to the flashing RECT START required in cold weather to reach the correct minutes setting.
Page 78 03 Climate control...
Page 79 Front seats ....................80 Interior lighting ..................82 Storage spaces in the passenger compartment ........84 Rear seat ....................89 Cargo area ....................91...
Page 80: Interior
INTERIOR...
Page 81: Front Seats
Adjust the position of the driver’s seat be- Floor mats (option) fore setting off, never while driving. Volvo supplies floor mats especially pro- Check that the seat is locked in position. duced for your car. Lowering the front seat backrest...
Page 82 04 Interior Front seats Power seat (option) Memory function unlocked with the same remote control key the driver’s seat and rearview mirrors adopt the stored positions when the driver’s door is opened. NOTE The key memory is independent of the seat memory.
Page 83: Interior Lighting
1. Reading lamp left-hand front 5. Reading lamp right-hand rear, On/Off The programmed times, 30 seconds and 2. General interior lighting 10 minutes, can be changed by a Volvo Automatic lighting 3. Reading lamp right-hand front workshop. All reading lamps and general interior lighting...
Page 84 04 Interior Interior lighting Vanity mirror The light illuminates automatically when the cover is lifted. Option in certain markets.
Page 85: Storage Spaces In The Passenger Compartment
04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment...
Page 86 04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage spaces Pen holder Glovebox 1. Storage compartment in third row of seats. 2. Storage compartment and cup holder. 3. Ticket clip. 4. Glovebox. 5. Storage tray in centre console. 6. Cup holder for rear seat passengers. 7.
Page 87 04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Coat hanger Ashtray for rear seat passengers Cup holder/bottle holder for rear seat (option) passengers The coat hanger is only intended for light gar- ments. Open the ashtray by pulling the top edge out- Pull the bottom edge of the insert to open.
Page 88 04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage compartment and cup holder Storage tray in centre console Cup holder (cars seating seven) The centre console contains a storage tray Cup holder for front seat passengers. This storage compartment can be used for for food and drinks, for example.
Page 89 04 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage compartment in the third row Refrigerator compartment (option) of seats (cars seating seven) Under front seat’s folding armrest there is a This storage compartment can be used for refrigerator. It is activated in key position II. pens and other small items.
Page 90: Rear Seat
04 Interior Rear seat Rear seats – second row (cars seating Sliding seat (cars seating seven) Sliding seat (cars seating seven) seven) The centre seat in the second row can be slid The centre console must first be removed if farther forward than the other seats.
Page 91 04 Interior Rear seat Head restraint, rear seat – centre seat NOTE The head restraint cannot be removed com- pletely! The centre seat head restraint can be adjust- ed to four different heights. Slide the head re- straint up as desired. –...
Page 92: Cargo Area
04 Interior Cargo area Extending the cargo area – second Extending the cargo area – third row Repositioning the third row of seats row of seats of seats (cars seating seven) – Raise the backrest to its normal position. – Take hold of the eyes and pull out the seat cushion until you hear a click.
Page 93 04 Interior Cargo area General must also remember to protect yourself WARNING against injuries from behind. When loading Never load cargo above the backrests! If cargo, bear in mind that improperly secured you do so, the load could be thrown forward or incorrectly loaded objects in the cargo in the event of sudden braking or a collision area could be thrown forward with great...
Page 94 04 Interior Cargo area Safety net Fitting the safety net – Tension the safety net using the anchoring straps. Folding up the safety net If the car is equipped with a cargo area cov- The safety net prevents luggage and cargo er, remove it before fitting the safety net.
Page 95 04 Interior Cargo area Steel safety grille (option) – Do the same on the other side. – Tighten both attaching braces alternately. – Fit protective caps on the exposed screw threads above the knobs. WARNING For cars seating seven: For reasons of safe- ty, no passengers should sit in the third row of seats if the protective grille is positioned behind the second row of seats.
Page 96 04 Interior Cargo area Electric socket in the cargo area Cargo cover (option) Grocery bag holder Slide down the cover when you wish to use Pull out the cargo area cover, pull it over the Open the tailgate. Hang or secure your gro- the socket.
Page 97 04 Interior Cargo area Cargo area compartment, contents Opening the compartment in the cargo area floor (cars seating five) – Lift up the cover in the cargo area floor. If the car is equipped with a carrier bag hold- – Lift the cover, detach the tensioning straps to the grocery bag holder.
Page 98 04 Interior...
Page 99 Keys and remote controls ..............100 Locking and unlocking ................103 Child safety locks ................... 106 Alarm (option) ..................108...
Page 100: Locks And Alarm
LOCKS AND ALARM...
Page 101: Keys And Remote Controls
If you lose one of your keys, you must take all keys or metal objects on the same key ring. other keys to an authorised Volvo workshop. The electronic immobiliser could be activated As a crime prevention measure, the code of erroneously and the car will not start.
Page 102 These 4. Approach lighting lamps remain lit for 30, 60 or 90 seconds. An 5. Locks authorised Volvo workshop can select a suit- 6. Folding/opening the key able time setting. To extinguish the approach lighting: Unlocking –...
Page 103 05 Locks and alarm Keys and remote controls Replacing the remote control battery – Turn the old battery in to your Volvo workshop so that it is disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Replace the battery after repeated failure by...
Page 104: Locking And Unlocking
05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Locking/unlocking the car from Automatic relocking Activating/deactivating automatic outside locking If none of the doors or the tailgate is opened The ignition key must be in position I or II. within two minutes of unlocking with the re- mote control then all are locked again auto- Press the READ button in the left-hand stalk matically.
Page 105 05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Locking/unlocking from inside Locking the glovebox Locking/unlocking the tailgate with the remote control All the doors and the tailgate can be locked The glovebox can be locked/opened with the or unlocked simultaneously using the control master key only –...
Page 106 05 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking – Press the LOCK button again to arm the Temporary deactivation of the A message remains on the display as long as alarm and lock the tailgate. deadlocks and any alarm detectors the key remains in the ignition switch. The detectors are reactivated and deadlocks re- NOTE engaged the next time the ignition is...
Page 107: Child Safety Locks
05 Locks and alarm Child safety locks Manual child safety locks, tailgate and rear doors WARNING Always keep the lock buttons pulled up when driving. In the event of an accident, this allows the emergency services to get into the car quickly. Passengers in the rear seat cannot open the doors from inside if the child safety locks are activated.
Page 108 05 Locks and alarm Child safety locks Electric child safety locks – rear side doors NOTE The rear doors cannot be opened from the inside as long as the electric child safety locks are activated. Use the button in the centre console to acti- vate/deactivate the child safety locks in the rear side doors.
Page 109: Alarm (Option)
If there is a fault in the alarm system, a mes- sage appears on the information display. When the alarm is armed, it continually moni- Contact an authorised Volvo workshop. tors all alarm inputs. NOTE The alarm is triggered if: •...
Page 110 05 Locks and alarm Alarm (option) Automatic alarm activation Temporary deactivation of the when the ignition is switched on. If the car deadlocks and alarm detectors has deadlocks, then these are also re-en- This function prevents you accidentally leav- gaged at the same time. See page 105. ing the car without the alarm on.
Page 111 General ....................112 Refuelling ....................114 Starting the engine ................. 116 Manual gearbox ..................118 Automatic gearbox ................. 119 All-wheel drive ..................122 Brake system ..................123 Stability and traction control system ............. 125 Parking assistance (option) ..............127 Blind Spot Information System BLIS (option) ........129 Towing and recovery ................
Page 112: Starting And Driving
STARTING AND DRIVING...
Page 113: General
Driving on rough roads and cooling system will overheat. The Volvo XC90 is primarily designed for Driving economically means driving smoothly driving on main roads, but also has good while thinking ahead and adjusting your driv-...
Page 114 06 Starting and driving General Driving in water Do not overload the battery IMPORTANT The car can be driven through water at a The electrical functions in the car load the Do not let the car stand with water over the maximum depth of 40 cm at a maximum battery to varying degrees.
Page 115: Refuelling
06 Starting and driving Refuelling Opening the fuel filler flap The fuel cap is inside the fuel filler flap on the right-hand rear wing and hangs up on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The fuel filler flap can be opened when the Proceed as follows: the flap can be relocked by closing it and pushing the lock plunger forward.
Page 116 Do not overfill the tank but fill until the pump nozzle cuts out. IMPORTANT NOTE Do not add cleaning additives to the petrol, unless recommended by Volvo. Excess fuel in the tank can overflow in hot weather. Diesel At low temperatures (–5 °C to –40 °C), a par-...
Page 117: Starting The Engine
06 Starting and driving Starting the engine Before starting the engine ter. This requires the engine to have reached NOTE normal operating temperature. – Apply the parking brake. The idling speed can be noticeably higher Regeneration of the filter takes place auto- than normal for certain engine types during matically at an interval of 300 –...
Page 118 The car’s electrical system is connected. Never rev the engine hard straight after a cold start! If the engine does not start or mis- fires, contact a Volvo workshop. III – Start position The starter motor is en- WARNING gaged. Release the key,...
Page 119: Manual Gearbox
06 Starting and driving Manual gearbox Gear positions – Depress the clutch pedal fully during each gear change. – Remove your foot from the clutch pedal between gear changes. Follow the appro- priate shifting pattern. Use 6th gear as often as possible for the best possible fuel economy.
Page 120: Automatic Gearbox
06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox Cold start Lock-up function Parking position (P) The gears have a lock-up function (locked Stationary car with engine running: When starting in low temperatures, the gear gears), which gives better engine braking and – Hold your foot on the brake pedal when changes can sometimes feel hard.
Page 121 06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox D – Drive D is the normal driving position. The car au- tomatically shifts between the different gears of the gearbox based on the level of acceler- ation and speed. The car should be station- ary when D is selected from position R.
Page 122 06 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox Gear selector inhibitor Manual positions W – Winter To move from the automatic driving The W button is used to ac- position D to a manual position, move the tivate and deactivate the gear selector to position M. To go from winter program W.
Page 123: All-Wheel Drive
06 Starting and driving All-wheel drive All-wheel drive – AWD All-wheel drive is always engaged. All-wheel drive means that all four road wheels are driven at the same time. Power is automatically distributed between front and rear wheels. An electronically controlled clutch system distributes the power to the pair of wheels that grips best.
Page 124: Brake System
06 Starting and driving Brake system Brake servo Dampness can affect braking charac- and requires the foot brake for only brief peri- ods. teristics If the car is rolling or is being towed with the Brake components become wet when the Bear in mind that driving with a trailer puts an engine turned off, the brake pedal must be car is driven in heavy rain, through pools of...
Page 125 When EBA is activated the brake pedal low- brake fluid reservoir is normal, drive careful- ers slightly more than usual, depress (hold) ly to the nearest authorised Volvo workshop the brake pedal as long as necessary. If the to have the brake system checked.
Page 126: Stability And Traction Control System
DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF means that sys- If the message remains when the engine is tem operation is reduced. restarted, drive to an authorised Volvo work- shop. – Press and hold RESET (2) until the DSTC menu is changed.
Page 127 Always follow the usual precautions for safe • If the warning symbol remains lit, drive to cornering and driving on slippery road sur- an authorised Volvo workshop to have the faces. system checked.
Page 128: Parking Assistance (Option)
Park Rear parking assistance is deactivated auto- Assist active, Exit to deactivate is shown on matically when towing a trailer if a Volvo gen- the audio system display. uine trailer cable is used. Parking assistance is active at speeds below Front parking assistance 15 km/h.
Page 129 06 Starting and driving Parking assistance (option) Activating/deactivating Cleaning the sensors Parking assistance sensors. Parking assistance can be deactivated with the button in the switch panel. The LED in the The sensors must be cleaned regularly to en- switch goes out. Parking assistance is reacti- sure that they work properly.
Page 130: Blind Spot Information System Blis (Option)
06 Starting and driving Blind Spot Information System BLIS (option) General attention to vehicles moving in the same di- Blind spots rection in the so-called "blind spot". The system is designed to work most effec- tively when driving in dense traffic on multi- lane highways.
Page 131 06 Starting and driving Blind Spot Information System BLIS (option) When BLIS operates tected by the system. This means for exam- Activating/deactivating ple that the system does not react to a trailer The system is active when the car is driven at without headlamps which is towed behind a a speed above 10 km/h.
Page 132 06 Starting and driving Blind Spot Information System BLIS (option) BLIS system message The messages above are only shown if the ignition key is in position II (or if the engine is Text on the running) and BLIS is active (i.e. if the driver System status display has not switched off the system).
Page 133: Towing And Recovery
06 Starting and driving Towing and recovery Never tow the car to bump start it facing forward. The engine cannot be bump Recovery started. "Jump starting", see page 134. If only partially raised, cars with automatic Jump start the car with a donor battery if the gearbox must not be transported at speeds battery is flat and the engine does not start.
Page 134 06 Starting and driving Towing and recovery Towing eye The towing eye is in the tool kit in the cargo The towing eye may only be used for towing area. You must screw the towing eye into on roads, not for recovery after driving into a place before towing.
Page 135: Start Assistance
06 Starting and driving Start assistance Starting with a donor battery – Connect the red jump lead between the WARNING positive terminal on the donor battery (1+) and the positive terminal in your car (2+). The battery can generate oxyhydrogen gas, which is highly explosive.
Page 136: Driving With A Trailer
If the temperature gauge for the vres and braking. engine’s cooling system goes into the red ised Volvo workshop, then the car is deliv- zone, stop and let the engine idle for a few ered with the necessary equipment for driv- NOTE minutes.
Page 137 Check with your nearest Volvo dealer as with a trailer hitched to the car. to what applies to your car if you have a ret- rofitted towbar.
Page 138: Towing Equipment
Be sure to attach the trailer’s safety cable to the correct place. WARNING An adapter is required if the car’s towbar has If the car is fitted with a Volvo detachable 13 pin electrics and the trailer has 7 pin towbar: electrics. Use an adapter cable approved by •...
Page 139 06 Starting and driving Towing equipment Specifications Dimensions for mounting points (mm) Fixed or detachable towbar 1110 1081 Side member Ball centre...
Page 140: Detachable Towbar
06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar Fitting the towball – Ensure that the mechanism is in the un- – Check that the indicator window (3) shows – Remove the guard plug. locked position by turning the key clock- red. If the window does not show red, wise.
Page 141 06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – Turn the key anticlockwise to the locked – Check that the indicator window shows – Insert the towball section until you hear a position. Remove the key from the lock. green. click.
Page 142 06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar NOTE NOTE Check that the towball section is secure by The trailer’s safety cable must be attached pulling it up, down and back. If the towball to the attachment on the towbar. section is not fitted correctly then it must be removed and refitted in accordance with the previous steps.
Page 143 06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar Removing the towball – Push in the locking wheel (1) and turn it – Turn the locking wheel down fully, until it – Insert the key and turn it clockwise to the anticlockwise (2) until you hear a click. comes to a stop.
Page 144 06 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – Insert the guard plug.
Page 145: Loading
06 Starting and driving Loading General Load on the roof Fitting load carriers The load capacity is affected by extra acces- sories mounted on the car, such as towbar, towball load, load carriers, space box etc. and the passengers’ combined weight. The load capacity of the car is reduced by the number of passengers and their weight.
Page 146 • To avoid damaging your car and to achieve the best level of safety when driving, we recommend that you only use load carriers that Volvo has specially de- signed for your car. • Check periodically that the load carriers and load are properly secured.
Page 147: Adjusting Headlamp Pattern
06 Starting and driving Adjusting headlamp pattern Correct light pattern for right or left- which should align with the red dot on the re- Bi-Xenon headlamps hand traffic spective template. The long red line on the il- Copy templates 3 and 4. Check the meas- lustrations corresponds to the line in the urements to ensure they are correct.
Page 148 06 Starting and driving Adjusting headlamp pattern Fitting the mask to the headlamps. The upper illustration is for LHD variants and the lower illustration is for RHD variants. Templates 1 and 2 are for halogen headlamps, 3 and 4 are for Bi-Xenon headlamps.
Page 149 06 Starting and driving Adjusting headlamp pattern...
Page 150 06 Starting and driving...
Page 151 General ....................152 Tyre pressure ..................155 Warning triangle and spare wheel ............157 Changing wheels ..................160 Tyre pressure monitoring (option) ............162 Emergency puncture repair ..............164...
Page 152: Wheels And Tyres
WHEELS AND TYRES...
Page 153: General
07 Wheels and tyres General Driving characteristics and tyres Speed ratings New tyres The car has "Whole Vehicle Type Approval", Tyres are perishable. After a The tyres greatly affect the car’s driving char- which means that dimensions and speed rat- few years they begin to acteristics.
Page 154 Ask a Volvo dealer which rim and tyre types Never use quick-fit snow chains as the space The first change should be after 5000 km and are most suitable.
Page 155 Wheels should be stored lying down or hang- ing up, and not standing up. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop if you are uncertain about tread depth. The arrow shows the tyre’s direction of rotation When summer and winter wheels are...
Page 156: Tyre Pressure
07 Wheels and tyres Tyre pressure Recommended tyre pressure Checking the tyre pressure Check the tyre pressure regularly. NOTE Tyre pressure decreases over time, this is a natural phenomenon. Tyre pressure also varies depending on ambient temperature. Even after several kilometres of driving the tyres warm up and the pressure increases, so air must not be released if the pressure is checked when the tyres are warm, while the...
Page 157 07 Wheels and tyres Tyre pressure Tyre pressure table Speed Load, 1-3 persons Max. load Variant Tyre size (km/h) Front (kPa) Rear (kPa) Front (kPa) Rear (kPa) 225/70R16 0 – 160 235/65R17 160+ 235/60R18 255/50R19 0–160 160 + 0–160 Spare wheel T125/85R16 99M 0 –...
Page 158: Warning Triangle And Spare Wheel
07 Wheels and tyres Warning triangle and spare wheel Warning triangle – Fold out both red sides of the warning IMPORTANT triangle. Place the warning triangle in a location that is appropriate for the traffic The car must never be driven fitted with situation.
Page 159 07 Wheels and tyres Warning triangle and spare wheel Spare wheel – removing The spare wheel is located under the car. The Proceed as follows to release the spare NOTE jack , tool kit and crank are located under wheel: The cable could damage the car if it hangs the floor hatch.
Page 160 This is not strong enough to use to lift the car. If you are unsure about the location of the jacking points, contact an authorised Volvo workshop. An incorrectly fitted jack could damage the door and body.
Page 161: Changing Wheels
07 Wheels and tyres Changing wheels Removing wheels – Use the wheel brace to loose the wheel bolts ½-1 turn. Turn anticlockwise. – Place the jack under the jacking point and crank it up towards the car floor. Check that the jack sits securely in the anchor- age.
Page 162 07 Wheels and tyres Changing wheels Fitting the wheel Make sure to use the correct type of bolt. If you are unsure, check with the nearest Volvo – Clean the contract surfaces on the wheel workshop. and hub. – Fit the wheel. Screw the wheel nuts.
Page 163: Tyre Pressure Monitoring (Option)
Tyre pressure monitoring can be adjusted in Tyre pressure monitoring, TPMS (Tyre Pres- NOTE order to follow Volvo’s tyre pressure recom- sure Monitoring System) warns the driver mendations, when driving with a heavy load The engine must not be running.
Page 164 07 Wheels and tyres Tyre pressure monitoring (option) • Volvo recommends that sensors are not moved between different wheels. WARNING When inflating a tyre equipped with TPMS, hold the nozzle of the pump directly against the valve to avoid damaging the valve.
Page 165: Emergency Puncture Repair
07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair General NOTE The emergency puncture repair kit is only intended for sealing tyres with a puncture in the tread. The emergency puncture repair kit has limit- ed abilities to seal tyres which have punc- tures in the wall of the tyre.
Page 166 07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Variant 1 Inflating tyres Set up the warning triangle if a tyre must be – Start the compressor by flicking the – The compressor should not run for more switch (2) to position I. than ten minutes at a time.
Page 167 07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Sealing punctured tyres Set up the warning triangle if emergency tyre – Connect the lead (5) to one of the car’s – Start the compressor by flicking the 12 V sockets. switch (2) to position I. The pressure may repairs must be carried out in an area where increase temporarily up to a maximum of there is other traffic.
Page 168 07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Check the tyre pressure again: NOTE WARNING IMPORTANT Never stand next to the tyre when the com- Do not raise the orange-coloured part (7) The compressor should not run for more pressor is running. Be particularly observ- when only the compressor is to be used for than ten minutes at a time.
Page 169 This replacement can be carried out by an expiration date has been reached label (1) to the tyre repair kit. authorised Volvo workshop or by following – Undo the two screws (2) on the orange- Treat the removed canister as hazardous the instructions.
Page 170 07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Changing the canister and hose after – Undo the two screws (2) on the orange- coloured case (3). – Remove the speed label (4) and date label (1), and open the safety catch (5). Loosen the case (3) and take it off.
Page 171 07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Variant 2 7. Air hose IMPORTANT 8. Sealing fluid bottle Risk of overheating. The compressor must Overview 9. Pressure gauge not run for more than 10 minutes. 10. Gloves 6. Switch off the compressor. Detach the Inflating the tyres air hose and cable.
Page 172 07 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Sealing punctured tyres 4. Put on the gloves. WARNING Never stand next to the tyre when the com- WARNING pressor is running. If cracks or unevenness The sealing fluid can irritate the skin. In the arise then the compressor must be case of contact with skin, wash away the switched off immediately.
Page 173 Check the tyre pressure regularly. 2. Read the tyre pressure on the pressure gauge. Drive to the nearest authorised Volvo work- • If it is below 1.3 bar then the tyre is shop to replace the damaged tyre. Advise insufficiently sealed. The journey should the workshop that the tyre contains sealing not be continued.
Page 174 07 Wheels and tyres...
Page 175 Cleaning ....................176 Touching up paintwork ................179 Rustproofing ..................180...
Page 176: Car Care
CAR CARE...
Page 177: Cleaning
08 Car care Cleaning Washing the car NOTE IMPORTANT Wash the car as soon as it becomes dirty. Outside lighting such as headlamps, fog Washing by hand is gentler to the paintwork Use car shampoo. Dirt and road salt can lead lamps and rear lamps may temporarily have than an automatic car wash.
Page 178 Clean off asphalt Sharp objects and Velcro may damage the and tar stains using Volvo tar remover or To avoid damaging glass surfaces when re- fabric upholstery. white spirit. More stubborn marks can be re- moving ice –...
Page 179 – Pour the leather cleaner on the dampened you Volvo dealer. Make sure the seatbelt is sponge and squeeze out a strong foam. dry before allowing it to retract. – Work the dirt away with gentle circular movements.
Page 180: Touching Up Paintwork
08 Car care Touching up paintwork Paintwork Stone chips and scratches coat, you can paint straight after cleaning the damaged area. Paint is an important part of the car’s rust- proofing and should therefore be checked If the stone chip has penetrated to the regularly.
Page 181: Rustproofing
Hose down, wash and dry the car thoroughly. after washing. Your Volvo dealer handles Use a rustproofing agent in a spray can or such waxes.
Page 182 08 Car care...
Page 183 Volvo service ..................184 Self-maintenance ................... 185 Bonnet and engine compartment ............186 Diesel ..................... 187 Oils and fluids ..................188 Wiper blades ..................192 Battery ....................193 Replacing bulbs ..................196 Fuses ...................... 202...
Page 184: Maintenance And Service
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE...
Page 185: Volvo Service
To keep your Volvo as safe and reliable as tion. system. Always contact an authorised Volvo possible, follow the Volvo service pro-...
Page 186: Self-Maintenance
Use washer antifreeze at tempera- sive and toxic. Handle the battery in an envi- tures around freezing. ronmentally-suitable way. Let your Volvo • Brake and clutch fluid – The level must be dealer assist you. between the MIN and MAX marks.
Page 187: Bonnet And Engine Compartment
09 Maintenance and service Bonnet and engine compartment Opening the bonnet – Pull the handle on the far left (or right if the Engine compartment 10. Chassis data plate car is RHD) under the dashboard. You will 11. Battery (in cargo area) 1.
Page 188: Diesel
Volvo warranty. The risk of condensation in the fuel tank is re- duced if the tank is kept well filled. When re-...
Page 189: Oils And Fluids
Certain models have both variants. Volvo recommends oil products. Contact an authorised Volvo dealer for more Change the oil and replace the oil filter in ac- information. cordance with the intervals specified in the Service and Warranty Booklet.
Page 190 09 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids Checking the oil Checking the oil in a warm engine: Washer fluid, topping up – Park the car on a level surface, switch off the engine and wait 10–15 minutes to allow the oil time to run back to the sump. –...
Page 191 The fluid should be changed annually on cars Always use coolant with anti-corrosion agent driven in conditions requiring hard, frequent as recommended by Volvo. New cars are braking, such as driving in mountains or filled with coolant that can withstand tem- tropical climates with high humidity.
Page 192 09 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids Checking and topping up the power NOTE WARNING steering fluid If the brake fluid is under the MIN level in If a fault should arise in the power steering the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further system or if the car is without power and must be towed, it can still be steered.
Page 193: Wiper Blades
09 Maintenance and service Wiper blades Replacing the wiper blades Changing Replacing the wiper blades, rear window – Fold out the wiper arm and grasp the wiper blade. NOTE The wiper blades are different lengths. The blade on the driver’s side is longer than the blade on the passenger side.
Page 194: Battery
09 Maintenance and service Battery Battery care WARNING Batteries can generate oxyhydrogen gas, which is highly explosive. A spark, which can be generated if you connect the jump leads incorrectly, is sufficient to make the battery explode. The battery also contains sulphuric acid, which can cause serious burns.
Page 195 09 Maintenance and service Battery Symbols on the battery Risk of explosion. ed to the new battery and that it is routed to the outlet in the bodywork. Use protective goggles. WARNING The battery contains oxyhydrogen, which is highly explosive. Be sure that the oxyhydro- gen evacuation hose is correctly connected.
Page 196 09 Maintenance and service Battery Changing the battery Fitting the battery Removing the battery – Set the battery in place – Connect the positive lead – Connect the negative lead – Switch off the ignition and remove the key – Make sure the evacuation hose is correct- –...
Page 197: Replacing Bulbs
To replace one of authorised Volvo workshop. The headlamps these bulbs, do the following and then con- must be handled with extreme care due to the high-voltage unit in the Xenon lamp.
Page 198 09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Location of bulbs in front lamp Dipped beam, halogen Main beam Halogen and Bi-Xenon headlamps 1. Dipped beam – Undo the outer cover by turning it anti- clockwise. 2. Main beam – Unplug the connector. 3.
Page 199 09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Main beam Side marker lamps and position/ Direction indicators parking lamps Active Bi-Xenon headlamps The bulbs are housed in bayonet holders. The bulbs are housed in bayonet holders. – Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise and remove.
Page 200 – Pull the entire insert straight back. If the error message BULB FAILURE/ – Loosen the extra length of cable for better CHECK STOP LAMP remains after a faulty accessibility. bulb has been replaced then consult an au- thorised Volvo workshop.
Page 201 09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs – Place the insert on a soft surface so as not Rear fog lamp Number plate lighting to scratch the glass. – Turn the bulb holder anticlockwise and pull it out. – Turn the bulb anticlockwise to loosen it. (Applies to direction indicators, reversing lamps and brake lamps).
Page 202 09 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Courtesy lighting Bulbs in the cargo area Vanity mirror lighting There is courtesy lighting under the dash- – Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so that – Insert a slotted screwdriver at the side of the lamp housing comes loose.
Page 203: Fuses
1. Relay/fuse box in the engine compart- blew. fault in the component. Contact an author- ment. ised Volvo workshop to have it checked. – Look in the fuse diagram to locate the 2. Fuse box in the passenger compart- fuse.
Page 204 09 Maintenance and service Fuses Relay/fuse box in the engine compartment 1. ABS................... 30 A 11. Accelerator pedal sensor (APM), AC compressor, fan electronics box ............10 A 2. ABS .................. 30 A 12. Engine control module (ECM) (petrol), injection valves 3.
Page 205 09 Maintenance and service Fuses 15. Crankcase ventilation heater, solenoid valves, leakage diagnosis (5-cyl. petrol) ........10 A Crankcase ventilation heater (V8, 6-cyl. petrol), AC connection (V8, 6-cyl. petrol), solenoid valves, leakage diagnosis (V8, 6-cyl. petrol), ECM (V8, 6-cyl. petrol), mass air flow sensor (V8), glow plugs (diesel) ............
Page 206 09 Maintenance and service Fuses Relay/fuse box in the passenger compartment at dashboard end on driver’s side A decal which specifies the positions and amperages of the fuses is located in the end box cover. 1. Climate control system fan ............30 A 11.
Page 207 09 Maintenance and service Fuses Relay/fuse box in the passenger compartment within the sound barrier on the driver’s side 1. Seat heating, right side ............. 15 A 11. Front seat, rear seat and refrigerator socket ...... 15 A 2. Seat heating, left side ............15 A 12.
Page 208 09 Maintenance and service Fuses 21. Transmission Control Module (TCM), reverse gear inhibitor (M66) ..........10 A 22. Main beam, left ..............10 A 23. Main beam, right..............10 A 24. Reserve ...................- 25. Reserve ...................- 26. Reserve ...................- 27. Reserve ...................- 28.
Page 209 09 Maintenance and service Fuses Fuses in the cargo area 1. Reversing lamp................10 A 2. Position lamps, fog lamps, cargo area lighting, number plate lighting, LEDs in brake lighting ..... 20 A 3. Accessories (AEM) ............15 A 4. Reserve .................. - 5.
Page 210 09 Maintenance and service Fuses 26. Parking assistance .............. 5 A 27. Main fuse: Towing bracket wiring, parking assistance, AWD .................. 30 A 28. Central locking system (PCL) ..........15 A 29. Trailer lighting, left: position lamps, direction indicator ..25 A 30.
Page 211 General ....................212 Control panels, audio ................213 Audio system functions ................217 Radio functions ..................220 CD functions ..................226 Menu structure – audio system .............. 228 Phone functions (option) ................ 229 Menu structure – phone ................. 236...
Page 212 INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM...
Page 213: Infotainment System General
You can easily and conveniently use your In- fotainment system by means of the joint con- trol panel or the steering wheel keypad. The XC90 can be equipped with Dolby Sur- round Pro Logic II (Premium Sound), which offers an optimal sound experience very close to being there with a broad, natural sound profile.
Page 214: Control Panels, Audio
10 Infotainment system Control panels, audio Audio controls 1. On/Off – Audio 10. SOUND – make sound settings ter buttons for the phone and menu shortcuts 2. Volume 11. EXIT/CLEAR – scroll back in the menu, cancel a selection, put the phone in 17.
Page 215 10 Infotainment system Control panels, audio Steering wheel keypad Menus Shortcuts Menu options are numbered and can also be selected directly with the keypad(1-9). Audio – Phone My own shortcut button – MY KEY Use MY KEY to store a favourite function in the menu, e.g.
Page 216 10 Infotainment system Control panels, audio Control panel with headphones socket fast-winds CD tracks or searches radio sta- tions automatically. Limitations The audio source (FM, AM, CD etc.) played back in the speakers cannot be controlled from the rear control panel. RDS messages may not appear if the radio is playing back in the headphones while anoth- er audio source is playing back in the...
Page 217 10 Infotainment system Control panels, audio Remote control (option) 8. Function not available 9. On/Off – Audio 1. MEMORY – Stores searched radio sta- tions. To store a station: – Press the MEMORY button – Direct the remote control towards the IR receiver (see illustration) that is located in –...
Page 218: Audio System Functions
10 Infotainment system Audio system functions On/Off switch – Audio Selecting the sound source – Control the volume with SELECTOR or up/down with the buttons (6). Finish with Press the AM/FM (4) button repeatedly to ENTER. toggle between FM1, FM2 and AM. CD (1) activates the CD player/changer.
Page 219 10 Infotainment system Audio system functions Audio settings Surround Surround settings govern the spatial per- NOTE ception of the sound. The settings, including activating and deactivating for each respec- The level for the centre speaker can only be adjusted if Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II) or tive audio source, are made separately.
Page 220 10 Infotainment system Audio system functions Bass speaker – SUBWOOFER (option) – Use the menu selection buttons or the SELECTOR knob to set the level. The bass speaker helps the system provide – Press ENTER to select the next frequen- fuller sound and deeper bass.
Page 221: Radio Functions
10 Infotainment system Radio functions Tuning – Frequency can be adjusted with a short press on one of the arrow keys, – Manual adjustment mode stays in effect five seconds after the last press. Storing stations To store a selected station under one of the station setting buttons 0-9 (2): –...
Page 222 10 Infotainment system Radio functions AUTOSTORE – autostoring stations 0 - 9 buttons. If there is no station with an ad- Storing a station equately strong signal then the display A selected station can be stored as a preset shows NO AST FOUND while SCAN is active.
Page 223 10 Infotainment system Radio functions Volume control – NEWS/TP/ALARM If you do not wish to listen to a news item in TP Search progress: This function allows you to listen to traffic in- formation when travelling between different NOTE – Press the EXIT button. The NEWS func- countries and states in Europe without need- tion remains active and the radio waits for If a CD for example is playing when the ra-...
Page 224 10 Infotainment system Radio functions Programme types – PTY – Select and press RADIO SETTINGS Programme type Display shows ENTER. The PTY function can be used to select dif- Children’s progs CHILDREN – Select and press ENTER. ferent programme types, such as Pop music Oldies music OLDIES MUSIC –...
Page 225 10 Infotainment system Radio functions Traffic information – TP STATION Activating/deactivating NEWS STATION To deactivate AF, select press ENTER. Listen to the station from which news is to be Here, you set from which station traffic infor- heeded. mation is to be heeded. Regional radio programme –...
Page 226 10 Infotainment system Radio functions Activating/deactivating EON – Select RADIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. – Select and press ENTER. – Select LOCAL, DISTANT press ENTER. Resetting RDS functions Resets all radio settings to the original facto- ry settings. –...
Page 227: Cd Functions
10 Infotainment system CD functions Inserting a CD (CD changer) Audio files (option) – Select an empty position with the number Apart from normal music CDs, the CD player buttons 1-6 or Up/Down on the navigation supports MP3 and WMA format audio files. button.
Page 228 10 Infotainment system CD functions Fast-wind/change CD tracks and audio Activating/deactivating (CD player) • means that all tracks on all RND ALL music CDs in the CD changer are played. files If a normal music CD is being played: Short presses right/left on the buttons •...
Page 229: Menu Structure - Audio System
10 Infotainment system Menu structure – audio system FM menu CD menu Random NEWS NEWS 3. Radio text Disc text 4. Radio Settings Audio settings 4.1. 4.2. See Audio settings in the FM menu. 4.3. NEWS Station AUX menu 4.4. AUX input vol 4.5.
Page 230: Phone Functions (Option)
10 Infotainment system Phone functions (option) Phone system components...
Page 231 • Switch off the system near blasting work. phone information is always shown in the control panel display. • Only entrust phone system servicing to an authorised Volvo workshop. 2. Microphone The handsfree microphone is integrat- Emergency calls ed in the roof console beside the rear- Emergency calls to alarm centres can be view mirror.
Page 232 10 Infotainment system Phone functions (option) Controls On/Off/Standby switch To activate the system: – Press the PHONE button (3) to activate the phone system. To switch off the system: – Hold the PHONE button depressed to switch off the phone system. Continuing with system in standby mode: –...
Page 233 Making and receiving calls page 238. To call: This function only applies to the Volvo inte- – Dial the number and press ENTER on the grated phone system. steering wheel or the control panel keypad (or lift the handset).
Page 234 10 Infotainment system Phone functions (option) Privacy handset – Press ENTER and replace the handset in – Search for the desired name or phone its cradle. If the handset is already re- number in the phone book. Press ENTER moved from its cradle when a call is to select.
Page 235 10 Infotainment system Phone functions (option) Functions during a call Call volume Dialling from the memory The following functions are available during a Increase or decrease call volume during calls call (scroll with the arrows and press ENTER by pressing the + or – buttons in the steering to make a selection) wheel keypad.
Page 236 10 Infotainment system Phone functions (option) Enter a name or message Quitting text input: Specifications – Clear all entered characters with a long Press the button with the desired character: press on the EXIT/CLEAR button. once for the first character, twice for the sec- Output –...
Page 237: Menu Structure - Phone
10 Infotainment system Menu structure – phone Overview 3. Phone book 5. Tel. settings 3.1. Enter item 5.1. Network selection 1. Call log 3.2. Search 5.1.1. Automatic 1.1. Missed calls 3.3. Copy all 5.1.2. Manual 1.2. Received calls 3.3.1. SIM to phone 5.2.
Page 238 10 Infotainment system Menu structure – phone 5.5.3. Mute radio Description of menu options 1.5.3. Total time 5.5.4. Message beep 1.5.4. Reset time 1. Call log 5.6. Traffic safety 1.1. Missed calls 5.6.1. Menu lock 2. Messages List of missed calls. Choose to call, erase or 5.6.2.
Page 239 10 Infotainment system Menu structure – phone 3.2. Search 4.2. Call waiting 5.2. Language Search for a name in the phone book. Be alerted during a phone call that there is Select the phone language. another incoming call. 3.3. Copy all 5.2.1.
Page 240 10 Infotainment system Menu structure – phone 5.4.2. Phone code. The factory-set phone code 1234 is used until you change to your own code. The phone code is used to reset the call timer. 5.5. Volume 5.5.1. Volume. Adjust the ring signal volume.
Page 241 Type designation ..................242 Dimensions and weights ............... 243 Engine specifications ................244 Engine oil ....................245 Fluids and lubricants................247 Fuel ......................248 Catalytic converter ................. 250 Electrical system ..................251...
Page 242: Specifications
SPECIFICATIONS...
Page 243: Type Designation
11 Specifications Type designation Knowing the car’s type designation, vehicle identification and engine numbers can facili- tate all contact with a Volvo dealer regarding the car and when ordering spare parts and accessories. 1. Type designation, vehicle identification number, maximum permissible weights, codes for colour and upholstery and type approval number.
Page 244: Dimensions And Weights
11 Specifications Dimensions and weights Dimensions Maximum load: See registration document. Maximum roof load: 100 kg Length: 481 cm Width: 190 cm Trailer with brakes Height: 178 cm Maximum Maximum trailer towball Wheelbase: 286 cm weight kg load kg Front track: 163 cm 1200 Rear track: 162 cm 1.6D...
Page 245: Engine Specifications
11 Specifications Engine specifications 2.5T Engine designation B5254T2 B8444S B6324S D5244T4 Output (kW/rpm) 154/4980 232/5850 175/6200 136/4000 (hp/rpm) 210/5000 315/5850 238/6200 185/4000 Torque (Nm/rpm) 320/1500- 440/3900 320/3200 400/2000- 4500 2760 No. of cylinders Bore (mm) Stroke (mm) 93.2 79.5 93.2 Swept volume (litres) 2.52 4.41...
Page 246: Engine Oil
10 km) when temperatures are low acteristics, fuel consumption and environ- (below +5 °C). mental impact. Volvo Car Corporation disclaims all warranty liability if engine oil of Choose a fully synthetic engine oil for ad- the prescribed grade and viscosity is not verse driving conditions.
Page 247 11 Specifications Engine oil Oil decal When the oil decal shown alongside here is in the car’s engine compartment, the following applies. See location on page 242. Oil grade: ACEA A5/B5 Viscosity: SAE 0W–30. Volume between Volume Engine variant MIN–MAX (litres) (litres) 2.5T B5254T2...
Page 248: Fluids And Lubricants
6.5 litres Use a washer antifreeze recommended by Volvo, mixed with water for temperatures below freezing. Weights can vary depending on the engine variant. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop for the exact information. NOTE IMPORTANT Under normal driving conditions the gear-...
Page 249: Fuel
11 Specifications Fuel Consumption, emissions and volume Consumption Emissions of CO Tank volume Engine Gearbox litre/100 km (g/km) (litres) 2.5T B5254T2 Manual 6-speed (M66) 11.1 (11.2) 266 (269) Automatic gearbox (AW 55-51) 11.7 (11.8) 280 (282) B6324S Automatic gearbox (TF 80SC) 11.6 (11.8) 277 (281) V8 AWD...
Page 250 Use only unleaded petrol to avoid damag- with EU Directive 80/1268 comb. Fuel con- ing the catalytic converter. In order for the Volvo warranty to apply, never mix alcohol sumption figures may change if the car is with petrol, the fuel system could be dam- equipped with extra equipment that affects aged.
Page 251: Catalytic Converter
11 Specifications Catalytic converter General Lambda-sond oxygen sensor The Lambda-sond is part of a control system intended to reduce emissions and improve fuel economy. An oxygen sensor monitors the oxygen con- tent of the exhaust gases leaving the engine. This value is fed into an electronic system that continuously controls the injection valves.
Page 252: Electrical System
11 Specifications Electrical system General 12 V system with a voltage-regulated alterna- tor. Single pole system in which the chassis and engine block are used as conductors. Battery 2.5T Voltage 12 V 12 V 12 V 12 V Cold start capacity (CCA) 800 A 600 A 520 A...
Page 253 11 Specifications Electrical system Bulbs Lighting Output W Socket Main beam/dipped beam halogen Main beam, Active Bi-Xenon Active Bi-Xenon Main beam Bi-Xenon Bi-Xenon Fog lamp, front Position lamps front/rear, parking lamps front, side marker W2.1 x 9.5d lamps front, number plate lighting, courtesy lighting rear Front direction indicators, rear fog lamp BAY9s Brake lamp, reversing lamp...
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Page 255 Alphabetical index Auto, ECC ........... 72 Bottle holder ..........86 Automatic car wash ........176 Brake fluid, checking and topping up ..190 A/C, electronic climate control ....72 Automatic dimming ........63 Brake system ........123, 190 ABL .............52 Automatic gearbox ........119 Bulbs ABS ............123 Lock-up function .........
Page 256 Alphabetical index Children Cruise control ..........57 Driving in water ......... 113 child safety locks .........106 Cup holder ..........86, 87 DSTC, see also Stability control system ... 125 child seats and side airbags ....21 DSTC, see also Stability system position in car, table .......30 deactivating/activating ......
Page 257 Alphabetical index filter ............188 general ..........202 Instrument lighting ........52 oil grade ..........245 relay/fuse box in the engine Instrument overview oil pressure ..........45 compartment ........203 left-hand drive car ........38 within sound barrier ......206 Engine specifications ........244 right-hand drive car .......
Page 258 Alphabetical index in the passenger compartment ....82 outside ..........103 lighting panel ..........51 tailgate ..........104 Paint lighting panel, passenger compartment ..82 Lubricants, capacities ......247 paintwork damage and touching up ..179 main/dipped beam .........53 Paintwork position/parking lamps ......51 Main beam ..........
Page 259 Alphabetical index standby mode ........232 Rain sensor ..........56 traffic safety .........232 Reading lamps ..........82 Safety ............12 volume reduction during phone call ..232 Rear centre console, removal ..... 89 Safety grille ..........94 Phone system ...........229 Rear seat ashtray ........86 Safety net ............
Page 260 Alphabetical index SRS system Tyre general ...........17 pressure ..........155 Tachometer ..........43 switch .............20 Tyre pressure monitoring ......162 Tailgate Stability control system ......125 Tyres driving with open tailgate ....112 Stability system designation of dimensions ....152 Tailgate, opening ........60 indication ..........46 direction of rotation ......
Page 261 Alphabetical index Washing the car ........176 Waxing ............177 Wheels, removing ........158 Whiplash injury, WHIPS ......24 WHIPS child seat/booster cushion .....24 whiplash injury ........24 Windscreen wipers and washers ....55 Winter driving ..........116 Winter tyres ..........153 Wiper blades replacing, rear window ......192 replacing, windscreen ......192 Wipers, controls rear window .....56...
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Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual

Introduction

1 Safety

2 Instruments and Controls

3 Climate Control

4 Interior

5 Locks and Alarm

6 Starting and Driving

7 Wheels and Tyres

8 Car Care

9 Maintenance and Service

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