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  • Page 1 WEB EDITION...
  • Page 2: Volvo Service

    Recording vehicle data One or several of the computers in your Volvo are capable of recording detailed information which may include specific – without being limited to – details regarding; frequency of seat belt use by the driver and passenger, infor- mation on various vehicle system/module functions and information regarding engine, throttle, steering, brakes and other system status.
  • Page 3 The Owner’s regarding the safety of you and your Manual will help you enjoy your new Volvo to passengers. the best possible extent. In addition to standard equipment, this manual...
  • Page 4 The specifications, design features and illustra- tions in this Owner’s Manual are not binding. We reserve the right to make modifications without prior notice. ©Volvo Car Corporation...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety Instruments and controls Climate control Interior Locks and alarm Starting and driving Wheels and tyres Car care Maintenance and service Infotainment Specifications Alphabetical index...
  • Page 6 Dashboard Left-hand drive 7 8 9 10 11 22 21 20 19 18...
  • Page 7 30 31 24. Parking brake release 1. Lighting panel 25. Reading lamp buttons 2. Air vent 26. Interior lighting 27. Sunroof control 3. Display 4. Temperature gauge 28. Seat belt reminder 5. Odometer/Trip odometer/ 29. Rearview mirror Cruise control 30. Lock button for all doors 6.
  • Page 8 Right-hand drive 11 10 9 6 5 4 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22...
  • Page 9 30 31 23. Windscreen wipers 1. Lighting panel 24. Parking brake release 2. Air vent 25. Reading lamp buttons 3. Indicator and warning 26. Interior lighting symbols 27. Sunroof control 4. Fuel gauge 28. Seat belt reminder 5. Outside temperature/Clock/ 29.
  • Page 11: Safety

    Safety Seat belts Airbags (SRS) Side airbags (SIPS bag) Roll-Over Protection System (ROPS) Inflatable Curtain (IC) WHIPS When are the safety systems activated? Inspection of airbags, inflatable curtains and seat belt tensioners Child safety...
  • Page 12: Seat Belts

    Safety Seat belts Use your seat belt for all types Seat belt reminder of driving The seat belt warning symbol in the combined instrument panel and above the rearview mirror Even hard braking can have dangerous conse- flashes until the driver and front seat passenger quences if you are not wearing a seat belt! put on their seat belts.
  • Page 13: Pregnant Women

    Replace the seat belt if it is worn or damaged. make any modifications or repairs to the seat belt yourself. Let an authorised Volvo workshop perform this work.
  • Page 14: Front Passenger Airbag

    Safety Airbags (SRS) Driver’s airbag Front passenger airbag WARNING! To further increase interior safety, your car is The airbag on the passenger side is folded up in equipped with an airbag (SRS ) as a a compartment above the glovebox. The panel Airbags (SRS) are designed to provide complement to the three-point seat belt.
  • Page 15 SRS system cushion in the front seat if the car is is not functioning fully. Contact an equipped with an airbag (SRS) on the authorised Volvo workshop. passenger side. • allow a child to stand or sit in front of the front passenger seat.
  • Page 16 SRS or SIPS bag systems yourself. Any interference in the system could cause malfunction and serious injury. Any work should only be performed by an authorised Volvo workshop. SRS System The sensor (3) reacts differently...
  • Page 17: Side Airbags (Sips Bag)

    • Never interfere with the SIPS airbag system. • Extra seat covers must not be used on the front seats if they are not Volvo Genuine covers or Volvo approved seat covers for SIPS airbags. Side airbags – SIPS bags •...
  • Page 18 Safety Side airbags (SIPS bag) (Contd) The SIPS airbag system The SIPS bag system consists of a gas generator (1), electronic sensors, cables (3) and the side airbags (2). Upon a sufficiently violent collision, the sensors react, activating the gas generator, which inflates the side airbag.
  • Page 19: Roll-Over Protection System (Rops)

    Safety Roll-Over Protection System (ROPS) Volvo’s Roll-Over Protection System has been WARNING! designed to reduce the risk of the car overturning and to provide the best possible protection in the event of an accident. Under normal driving conditions, the RSC system improves the car’s road safety, but...
  • Page 20: Inflatable Curtain (Ic)

    Leave 10 In Volvo XC90, the inflatable curtains have seats. cm free space from the window been further developed to protect occupants in inwards.
  • Page 21: Whiplash Protection System

    As long as there is no airbag between the head restraints and your heads. (SRS) on the passenger side, a Volvo child seat WHIPS seat may be located in the front passenger seat. The...
  • Page 22 WHIPS system! WHIPS system should be inspected by an • If a rear backrest is folded down, the authorised Volvo workshop. Even if the seat corresponding front seat must be does not appear damaged, the WHIPS adjusted so that it is not in contact system may have deployed without causing with the folded backrest.
  • Page 23: When Are The Safety Systems Activated

    Never drive with deployed airbags! This WARNING! • Tow the car to a Volvo workshop. Do not may make the car difficult to steer. Other drive the car with the airbags deployed The SRS system sensor is located in the safety systems may also be damaged.
  • Page 24 Inspection of airbags, inflatable curtains and seat belt tensioners The year and month specified on the decal in the door pillar(s) is the date you should contact your Volvo workshop to inspect, and if necessary, replace the airbags and seat belt tensioners. If you have any questions concerning either system, contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
  • Page 25: Child Safety

    See page 24. Volvo’s own child safety equipment is designed for your car. If you select Volvo equipment, you can be sure that the mounting points and attach- ments are correctly positioned and sufficiently strong.
  • Page 26 Safety Child safety (Contd) Position of child in car Weight/age Front seat with passenger airbag* Front seat without passenger airbag (option) <10 kg Not suitable for this age group. Alternatives: (0 –9 months) • Rear-facing child seat, secured with seatbelt and mounting strap. •...
  • Page 27 Safety Second row of seats, Third row of seats in cars Weight/age Second row of seats, outer seats* centre seat* seating seven. <10 kg Alternatives: (0 –9 months) • Rear-facing child seat, secured with seatbelt, support and • Rear-facing child seat, Not suitable for this age group.
  • Page 28 The outer rear seats (second row of seats) are factory fitted with Isofix mountings. Contact seven) your Volvo dealer for further information on Volvo’s integrated booster cushion is specially child safety equipment. designed to provide optimum safety and Isofix mountings are located in both outer rear comfort for children.
  • Page 29 1. Pull the handle. 1. Pull that handle to raise the booster an authorised Volvo workshop. cushion. If the cushion becomes dirty, try to clean it 2. Move the seat down and press until it in situ.
  • Page 30 Here are some points you should consider: WARNING! • Volvo has child safety products that are designed for and tested by Volvo. Support cushions/child seats with steel frames or another design that can lie against the •...
  • Page 31: Instruments And Controls

    Instruments and controls Combined instrument panel Indicator and warning symbols Switches in the centre console Lighting panel Direction indicator lever Windscreen wipers/washer Hazard warning flashers, rear window and door mirror defrosters, heated front seats Trip computer Cruise control Parking brake, bonnet, electric socket, etc. Power windows Rearview mirror/door mirrors Power sunroof (option)
  • Page 32: Temperature Gauge

    Instruments and controls Combined instrument panel Displays the temperature of the engine cooling See page 44. Displays outside temperature. When the system. If the temperature is abnormally high temperature lies between +2°C and –5°C, a and the needle enters the red zone, a message is snowflake symbol is shown in the display.
  • Page 33: Indicator And Warning Symbols

    • If the warning symbol goes out, continue driving. It was an indicator error. • If the warning symbol remains lit, drive to an authorised Volvo workshop to have the ABS system checked. Fault in braking system If the BRAKE symbol lights, the brake...
  • Page 34 • If the reservoir level is below MIN, the car should not be driven further. Have it towed to an authorised Volvo workshop to have the brake system checked. • If the brake fluid level is normal and the...
  • Page 35: Seat Belt Reminder

    SRS system. Drive to an authorised Volvo how hard. Check by depressing the workshop to have the system checked.
  • Page 36 DSTC button in the centre console. The text • If the warning symbol remains lit, drive "DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF" is shown in the to an authorised Volvo workshop to have display. the system checked. WARNING! Fault in DSTC system...
  • Page 37: Display

    Instruments and controls Messages in the display Messages stored in the memory can be read again. Press the READ button (A) to see stored Any warning or indicator symbol that appears is messages. Scroll through the messages stored in accompanied by a message in the display. Once the memory by pressing the READ button.
  • Page 38: Switches In The Centre Console

    Instruments and controls Switches in the centre console (option) mirrors have now returned to their The text "DSTC SPIN CONTROL OFF" is original fixed positions. shown in the display. This system is always activated when the car is Reduce the system function if you must use a started.
  • Page 39 Instruments and controls and use the heated coils. For reasons of safety, (option) always keep the cover on the socket when it is not in use. The maximum current is 10A. Press the button to activate the air conditioning in the rear of the passenger compartment. Rear air conditioning is deactivated when the ignition is completely switched off.
  • Page 40: Lighting Panel

    Press the button. cannot be switched off. Before trips to The rear fog lamp lights in combination with certain countries, your Volvo workshop the main/dipped beam. The LED in the button can help you deactivate the daytime and the symbol in the combined instrument running lights.
  • Page 41: Direction Indicator Lever

    (option) now light and remain lit for 30, 60 or Pull the lever lightly towards you (until you feel 90 seconds. An authorised Volvo workshop can a slight resistance). The main beam remains lit set a suitable duration for your car.
  • Page 42: Windscreen Wipers

    Instruments and controls Windscreen wipers/washer Rain sensor (option) 3 – Windscreen washer/ headlamp washers The rain sensor replaces the intermittent function. The windscreen wipers Pull the lever towards the steering wheel to start automatically increase or decrease speed the windscreen and headlamp washers. based on how much water the sensor Headlamp washing indicates is on the windscreen.
  • Page 43: Rear Window Washer

    If the rear window wiper is already engaged at normal speed, there is no change to the selected function. *This function (intermittent wiping when reversing) can be switched off. Consult your Volvo workshop. Rear window washer Push the lever to start the rear window washer.
  • Page 44: Hazard Warning Flashers

    Instruments and controls Hazard warning flashers, rear window and door mirror defrosters, heated front seats Rear window and Heated front door mirror seats defrosters See page 59 or 63 for further information. Use the defroster to remove ice and misting from the rear window and door mirrors.
  • Page 45: Trip Computer

    Instruments and controls Trip computer Current fuel consumption Continuous information on current fuel consumption. Fuel consumption is calculated every second. The figure in the display is updated every couple of seconds. When the car is stationary, "----" is shown in the display. The displayed value may be slightly off if a fuel-driven heater is used.
  • Page 46: Cruise Control

    Instruments and controls Cruise control Temporary disengagement Disengagement Press to temporarily disengage the cruise Press CRUISE to switch off the cruise control. control. " CRUISE " will disappear from the combined instrument panel. Depressing the brake or clutch pedal disengages the cruise control.
  • Page 47: Parking Brake, Bonnet, Electric Socket, Etc

    Instruments and controls Parking brake, bonnet, electric socket, etc. Opening the bonnet Parking brake The parking brake pedal is located to the left at Pull the handle towards you to release the floor level. Apply the parking brake by bonnet lock mechanism. depressing the pedal (1).
  • Page 48: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Instruments and controls Parking brake, bonnet, electric socket, etc. (Contd) Steering wheel adjustment Electric socket for rear seat Opening the tailgate passengers (option) The steering wheel can be adjusted both verti- Open the tailgate by pulling the handle cally and front-rear. Press down the control on indicated in the illustration.
  • Page 49: Blocking Power Windows In The Rear Doors

    Instruments and controls Power windows The power windows are operated using the controls in the door armrests. The ignition key must be in position I or II for the power windows to work. Once you finish driving and remove the ignition key, the windows can still be opened or closed as long as neither of the front doors has been opened.
  • Page 50: Passenger Seat

    Instruments and controls Power windows (Contd) WARNING! If rear door windows are being operated from the driver’s door, check that no rear seat passenger are in danger of getting pinched when the windows close. Power window in the front Power windows in the passenger seat rear doors The rear door windows can be operated with the...
  • Page 51: Rearview Mirror

    • Adjust the position with the adjustment automatically based on comparative light control in the centre. Press the button relationships. Your Volvo workshop can adjust again. The LED should no longer be lit. the sensitivity. Do not use ice scrapers with steel blades to...
  • Page 52: Sunroof Control

    Instruments and controls Power sunroof (option) Pull the control rearwards to the resistance point position (3). The sunroof will move towards maximum opening position as long as the control is held in this position. Press the control forwards to the resistance point (2).
  • Page 53: Sun Screen

    Instruments and controls Pinch protection Sun screen The sunroof pinch protection function is The sunroof also features a manually-operated activated if the hatch is blocked by an object. sliding inner sun screen. The sun screen slides If blocked, the sunroof will stop and automati- back automatically when the sunroof is opened.
  • Page 54 Instruments and controls...
  • Page 55: Climate Control

    Climate control General on climate control Manual climate control with air conditioning, AC Electronic Climate Control (ECC) Parking heater (option)
  • Page 56: General On Climate Control

    Acceleration speed. This is one way to avoid discharging the The air conditioning system switches off Your Volvo workshop has the instruments and battery when the engine is switched off. temporarily at full acceleration. You may feel a tools required for any fault tracing or repair of temporary rise in temperature.
  • Page 57: Air Vent

    Climate control Air distribution Air vents in the dashboard Air vents in the door pillars Incoming air is distributed through several A. Open A. Open different vents located throughout the car. B. Closed B. Closed C. Directing airflow laterally C. Directing airflow laterally D.
  • Page 58: Manual Climate Control With Air Conditioning, Ac

    Climate control Manual climate control with air conditioning, AC 4. Rear window and door 3. Air distribution 2. Recirculation mirror defrosters 1. AC off/on 6. Heating/ 8. Heating/ 9. Fan 5. Heated front 7. Twilight sensor Cooling Cooling seats • You must turn the fan knob (9) from the 0 position to connect the air conditioning.
  • Page 59: Air Distribution

    Climate control 1. AC - ON/OFF To switch off the timer function: Air distribution The air conditioning is connected to the cooling • Press again for more than 3 Air through When you want and dehumidification function with the ON seconds.
  • Page 60 Climate control Manual climate control with air conditioning, AC (Contd) 2. Recirculation 3. Air distribution 4. Rear window and door mirror defrosters 1. AC off/on 6. Heating/ 8. Heating/ 7. Twilight sensor 5. Heated front 9. Fan Cooling Cooling seats...
  • Page 61: Heated Front Seats

    • Press once again: Low heat – one LED in the switch lights up. • Press yet again: Heating is switched off – no LEDs in the switch are lit. Your Volvo workshop can adjust the temper- ature. 6. and 8. Heating/Cooling – left/right side Turn to set how warm or cold the incoming air should be.
  • Page 62: Electronic Climate Control (Ecc)

    Climate control Electronic Climate Control (ECC) 4. AUTO 6. Passenger compartment 3. Recirculation 5. Air distribution 2. Recirculation/Multi- temperature sensor filter with sensor 7. Defroster, windscreen and side windows 8. Rear window and door mirror defrosters 1. AC on/off 9. Heated front seats 13.
  • Page 63 When you select Defroster, the air conditioning page 63. unless needed to cool in a warm climate. system is controlled so that air is maximally • Follow the Volvo Service Programme for dehumidified. • MAN LED lit: Recirculation is now the recommended replacement interval of activated.
  • Page 64 Climate control Electronic Climate Control (ECC) (Contd) 2. Recirculation/ 3. Recirculation 5. Air distri- 6. Passenger 14. Fan, rear 4. AUTO Multifilter with bution compartment passenger sensor temperature sensor compartment (option in 7. Defroster, cars seating windscreen and side seven) windows 8.
  • Page 65 (1) and rear; see The passenger compartment temperature sensor no LEDs in the switch are lit. page 37. monitors the temperature inside the car. Your Volvo workshop can adjust the temper- ature. 7. Defroster – windscreen and side windows 10 and 12. Temperature...
  • Page 66: Parking Heater (Option)

    If repeated attempts to start the parking heater DIRECT START. are unsuccessful, an error message is shown in • Press the RESET button (C) to make ON the display - contact a Volvo workshop. and OFF selections available. • Select OFF.
  • Page 67: Messages In The Display

    Climate control Setting TIMER 1 or 2 Deactivation of timer-started heater Battery and fuel For reasons of safety, you can only programme If the battery is not sufficiently charged or the Do as follows to manually switch off the heater times for the following 24 hours, not several petrol tank is close to empty, the parking heater before the set time has elapsed:...
  • Page 68 Climate control...
  • Page 69: Interior

    Interior Front seats Rear seats Interior lighting Storage compartments in the passenger compartment Cargo compartmen cargo compartment Warning triangle (certain countries)
  • Page 70: Front Seats

    Interior Front seats Height adjustment – front seat The front edges of the driver’s and passenger seats can be adjusted to seven different settings and the rear edges to nine different settings. Front control (A): Adjusting the front edge of the seat.
  • Page 71 Interior Lowering the front seat backrest The front passenger seat backrest can be folded to a horizontal position to make room for a long load. Fold the backrest as follows: • Move the seat as far back as possible. • Adjust the backrest to the upright position.
  • Page 72 Seat adjustment Seats with memory function (option) 40 seconds. If your Volvo is equipped with power seats, the Three positions can be stored. After adjusting The ignition key can be in position or not following may be adjusted with the two the seat and the door mirrors, hold the MEM yet inserted in the ignition switch.
  • Page 73 Interior Emergency stop If the seat accidentally begins to move, press one of the buttons to stop the seat. WARNING! When adjusting, ensure that there are no objects in front of or behind the seat. Ensure that none of the rear seat passengers will be pinched.
  • Page 74: Rear Seats

    Interior Rear seats Rear seats – second row (cars Sliding seat (cars seating seven) Removing the centre console seating seven) The centre seat in the second row can be slid The centre console must first be removed if you farther forward than the other seats. Sliding the wish to slide the centre seat in the second row Lowering the backrest for entry into the seat completely forward improves contact...
  • Page 75 Interior WARNING! The lowest position should only be used when the backrest is to be folded down or when no one is sitting in this seat. After raising the backrests in the second and third row of seats, it is important to make sure that the backrests have locked into place.
  • Page 76: Interior Lighting

    Unless switched off engine is switched off. 10 minutes can be changed. Contact an manually, reading lamps are switched off authorised Volvo workshop. General lighting lights up and remains lit for automatically 10 minutes after the ignition is 30 seconds when you...
  • Page 77: Floor Mats

    Interior Floor mats Volvo offers floor mats specially manufactured for your car. They must be properly placed and secured in the mat clips so that they do not get caught in or under the pedals at the driver’s seat. Vanity mirror...
  • Page 78 Interior Storage compartments in the passenger compartment WARNING! Make sure that no hard, sharp or heavy objects lie or protrude in such a way that they could cause injuries during heavy braking. Always secure large, heavy loads with one of the seat belts.
  • Page 79: Glovebox

    Interior Pen holder Coat hanger Glovebox The dashboard contains a compartment for Use the coat hanger for clothes of normal The glovebox can be used to store things such pens. weight. as the Owner’s Manual, maps, pens and petrol cards.
  • Page 80 Interior Storage compartments in the passenger compartment (Contd) Cup/bottle holder for Ashtray for rear seat passengers Storage compartment and cup rear seat passengers (option) (option) holder (cars seating seven) Pull the bottom edge of the insert to open. The Open the ashtray by pulling the top edge This storage compartment can be used for CDs, cup holder insert can be removed: Detach the outwards.
  • Page 81: Cup Holder

    Interior Centre console centre console Storage compartment in the Cup holder third row of seats (cars seating The centre console contains a storage tray for Cup holder for front seat passengers. food and drinks, for example. The armrest can seven) be folded back to make a "table"...
  • Page 82: Cargo Compartmen

    Interior Cargo compartmen Extending the cargo compartment – second row of Extending the cargo Repositioning the seats in the seats compartment – third row of third row seats (cars seating seven) • Raise the backrest to its normal position. 1. Set the seats in their rearmost positions Place the rear seats in the entrance/exit •...
  • Page 83 Interior • Position wide loads on each side of the WARNING! division in the backrest. • Secure the load with retaining straps using the car’s lashing eyes. • Always secure the load. During heavy braking the load may otherwise shift, •...
  • Page 84: Safety Net

    Interior Cargo compartmen (Contd) Folding up the safety net Safety net 3. Hook the other end of the rod in the roof mounting on the other side. The safety net can be folded up and placed in The safety net prevents luggage and cargo from the cargo compartment floor (for cars seating 4.
  • Page 85 Interior WARNING! For cars seating seven: For reasons of safety, no passengers should sit in the third row of seats if the protective grille is positioned behind the second row of seats. Protective steel grille (option) 4. Place the other protective grille mounting in its bracket above the other rear door and The protective grille in the cargo compartment slide it to the front position.
  • Page 86: Grocery Bag Holder

    Interior Cargo compartmen (Contd) Electric socket in the cargo Privacy panel (option 7-seat) Grocery bag holder compartment Pull out the privacy panel, pull it over the cargo Open the tailgate. Hang or secure your grocery and hook it into the holes in the rear pillars of bags using the tensioning straps or holders.
  • Page 87: Cargo Compartment

    Interior Cargo compartment Do not put anything in the area the cushions fold into. Cushions and seat mecha- nisms could be damaged. Compartment in cargo Compartment in cargo compartment floor (cars seating compartment floor (cars seating five) seven) • Lift up the hatch in the cargo •...
  • Page 88: Warning Triangle (Certain Countries)

    Interior Warning triangle (certain countries) After use: Warning triangle • Pack everything in reverse order. Follow the warning triangle regulations of the country you are in. • Make sure that the warning triangle with case is securely fastened in the Do as follows to use the warning triangle: compartment.
  • Page 89: Locks And Alarm

    Locks and alarm Keys and remote control Locking and unlocking Child safety locks The alarm system...
  • Page 90: Horn

    Store the label in a safe place. Take the label to your This key opens all locks. Volvo dealer if you wish to order new keys. A maximum of six remote controls/keys can be programmed and used.
  • Page 91: Changing The Remote Control Battery

    • Refit the cover. Make sure the rubber seal is properly fitted and free from damage to prevent water from entering. • Turn the old battery in to your Volvo workshop so that it is disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.
  • Page 92: Locking And Unlocking

    Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Locking and unlocking the car Locking the glove box Locking and unlocking the car from the outside from the inside The glovebox can be locked /opened with the Using the master key or its remote control, all Using the control in the door panel, you can master key only –...
  • Page 93 Locks and alarm Automatic re-locking If none of the doors or the tailgate are opened within two minutes of unlocking from the outside with the remote control, all locks re- lock automatically. This function prevents you from unintentionally leaving the car unlocked. For cars with alarms, see page 95.
  • Page 94 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking (Contd) Deadlocks Your car has a special deadlock function, which means that the doors cannot be opened from the inside if they are locked. Deadlocks can only be activated from the outside by the driver’s door being locked with the key or remote control.
  • Page 95: Child Safety Locks

    Locks and alarm Child safety locks A. The door can be opened from inside. Manual child safety locks – rear B. The door cannot be opened from inside. doors and tailgate The controls for the child safety locks are in the rear edges of the rear doors and the bottom edge of the tailgate (certain markets).
  • Page 96 Locks and alarm Child safety locks (Contd) All settings in the manual child safety system are set aside when you electric child safety locks. Electric child safety locks – rear doors (option - certain markets) Use the button in the centre console to activate or deactivate the child safety locks in the rear doors.
  • Page 97: Alarm Signals

    Locks and alarm The alarm system When the alarm is connected, it continually Automatic alarm activation Alarm signals monitors all alarm points. The alarm is If none of the doors or the tailgate is opened An audible signal is given from a siren with a triggered if...
  • Page 98 If the alarm system does not function properly, have your car checked by an • Insert the key in the ignition switch, turn authorised Volvo workshop. it to position II and then back to position I or 0. WARNING! •...
  • Page 99: Starting And Driving

    Starting and driving General Refuelling Starting the car Manual gearbox Automatic gearbox AW5 and GM with Geartronic All-wheel drive Brake system Stability system Parking assistance system (option) Towing Jump starting Driving with a trailer Towing bracket (option) Load on the roof...
  • Page 100: Economical Driving

    When driving through shallow water, maintain a low speed and do not stop the car. Once you Economical driving results from driving gently The Volvo XC90 is primarily designed for have passed through the water, apply a light with anticipation and adapting your driving...
  • Page 101: Automatic Gearbox

    Starting and driving Do not allow the engine and Automatic gearbox cooling system to overheat Cold start The brake pedal must be depressed to move the gear selector from position P to other gear Under certain conditions, e.g. when driving in When starting in low temperatures, shifting positions when the key is in position I or II.
  • Page 102: Fuel Cap

    Do not add cleaning additives yourself right rear wing. unless specifically recommended to do so by a Volvo workshop. There may be overpressure in the tank if outdoor temperatures are high. Open the cap slowly. Do not overfill the fuel tank. Stop...
  • Page 103: Starting The Car

    – connected. for a short time period – for certain engine WARNING! types. This is because Volvo strives to minimise exhaust emissions by having the engine exhaust II – Driving position Never switch off the ignition (position 0 or...
  • Page 104: Manual Gearbox

    Starting and driving Manual gearbox Gear positions Reverse gear inhibitor Depress the clutch pedal fully with each gear Engage reverse gear when the car is stationary change. Remove your foot from the clutch or at very low speeds! pedal between gear changes! Follow the appro- priate shifting pattern.
  • Page 105: Gear Selector Inhibitor

    Starting and driving Automatic gearbox AW5 and GM with Geartronic P – Park N – Neutral • 5-cylinder turbo engine; 5-speed • 6-cylinder turbo engine; 4-speed Select this position when you wish to start the N is the neutral position. The engine can be engine or park the car.
  • Page 106 Starting and driving Gear selector manual positions To move from automatic to the manual gears, press the gear selector to the left. To move from back to press the gear selector to the right to . Gears 3, 4 and 5 have a lock-up function (locked gears) which provides better engine braking and lower fuel consumption.
  • Page 107: Snow Chains

    Starting and driving All-wheel drive AWD – All-Wheel Drive Snow chains The all-wheel drive system in your Volvo is Snow chains may only be fitted to the front constantly engaged and meets very high wheels on all-wheel drive cars. technical requirements. Used correctly, all-...
  • Page 108: Brake System

    Starting and driving Brake system If a brake circuit fails If the brakes are heavily loaded The brake pedal can be depressed When driving in the Alps or other roads with further and feels softer than usual. similar characteristics, the car’s brakes are It also requires more pressure on heavily loaded even if you are not pressing the the pedal to achieve a normal braking effect.
  • Page 109 20 km/h, a short self-test can be both is normal, carefully drive the car to the heard and felt. When the ABS system functions, nearest authorised Volvo workshop to have you can hear and feel pulses in the brake pedal. the brake system checked.
  • Page 110: Stability System

    Starting and driving Stability system – the SC function to increase traction. This DSTC button DSTC Dynamic is done using the DSTC button. Stability and Traction The DSTC button in the centre console is used to reduce or reactivate the DSTC system. Control •...
  • Page 111: Emergency Brake Assistance

    Starting and driving Emergency Brake Assistance The warning symbol lights and (EBA) goes out again after 2 seconds when... The (EBA) function is integrated in the DSTC • the car is started. (The lamp lights for a system and is designed to provide immediate system check.) maximum braking force whenever rapid brake The LED in the button goes out and the...
  • Page 112: Parking Assistance System (Option)

    Starting and driving Parking assistance system (option) Activating/deactivating the Cleaning the sensors Function of the parking parking assistance system assistance system The sensors must be cleaned regularly to ensure that they work properly. Clean them with water Unless deactivated with the button in the switch The parking assistance system is used as a and car shampoo.
  • Page 113: Towing Eye

    Starting and driving Towing Do not tow start (bump start) the engine If you bump start a car with manual gearbox, the catalytic converter(s) may be damaged. Cars with an automatic gearbox cannot be bump started. Use a booster battery if the battery is flat.
  • Page 114: Jump Starting

    Starting and driving Jump starting • Start the engine of the "booster car". Let the engine run a few minutes at a speed slightly higher than idle, 1500 rpm. • Start the engine of the car with the discharged battery. •...
  • Page 115: Driving With A Trailer

    Downshift to a lower gear and adjust your • If the towing bracket is fitted by Volvo, speed. the car is delivered with the necessary equipment to drive with a trailer. If retro- •...
  • Page 116 15%. which is completely normal. Some models require an oil cooler for the automatic gearbox when driving with a trailer. Check with your nearest Volvo dealer as to what applies to your car if you have a retrofitted towbar.
  • Page 117: Towing Bracket (Option)

    Your car may have a towing bracket with a 13 pin contact that you must connect to a trailer with a 7 pin contact. In such a case, use a Volvo Genuine adapter cable. Make sure that the cable does not drag on the ground.
  • Page 118 Starting and driving Specifications Distance A above: Distance B above: Fixed towbar: 1124 mm Fixed towbar: 80 mm Detachable towbar: 1124 mm Detachable towbar: 80 mm Max. permissible ball pressure: 90 kg...
  • Page 119 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – mounting OPEN OPEN Remove the connector pin cover. Put in the key and turn it clockwise to the Hold the towball section and turn the unlocked position. handle clockwise until it stops. LOCKED PUSH TO RED PIN (B) NOT LOCK VISIBLE...
  • Page 120 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – removing OPEN OPEN Put in the key and turn it clockwise Turn the handle clockwise until it stops. Pull the towball section off of the to the unlocked position. connector pin. LOCKED Turn the key anticlockwise to the locked Refit the connector pin cover as in the position and remove it from the lock.
  • Page 121: Load On The Roof

    Starting and driving Load on the roof Load carrier placement Fitting load carriers Load carrier cover (accessory) Make sure that the load carrier sits correctly Use the end of the torque wrench (see illus- against the roof rail. Screw on the load carrier tration) or the ignition key to loosen or secure Make sure that the load carrier is placed in the using its torque wrench.
  • Page 122 • 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 designed for your car. • Check periodically that the load carriers and load are properly secured. Lash the load securely with retaining straps! •...
  • Page 123: Wheels And Tyres

    Wheels and tyres General Tyre pressure Changing wheels...
  • Page 124: New Tyres

    The only Volvo approved "special wheel specifies that the tyre is manufac- Keep in mind that the road surface conditions rims" are those that are tested by Volvo and tured forspeeds up to 210 km/h determine how fast you may drive, not the tyre speed rating.
  • Page 125: Winter Tyres

    Wheels and tyres Winter tyres Volvo recommends winter tyres of size 225/70 Snow chains may only be used on the front R16 for all XC90 cars except those seating wheels. seven and those with T6 engines. Size 235/ Always use Volvo-approved snow 65R17 is recommended for these instead.
  • Page 126 When shifting between summer and winter Consult with your Volvo dealer if you are wheels, mark the wheels to indicate where they unsure. sat on the car, e.g. L = left, R = right.
  • Page 127: Tyre Pressure

    Wheels and tyres Tyre pressure Tyre pressure is important! Check tyre pressure regularly. If you dr ive on tyres with incorrect air pressure, the car’s driving characteristics are impaired and tyre wear increases. Note that the values in the table refer to cold tyres (outside temperature).
  • Page 128: Changing Wheels

    Wheels and tyres Changing wheels Spare wheel – refitting It is best to have two people put the spare wheel back in place. One person to crank and the other to guide the wheel. 1. Crank out the cable and place its anchor in the centre hole of the wheel.
  • Page 129 This is not wheel nut wrench. Turn anticlockwise. strong enough to use to lift the car. If you are unsure about the location of the jacking points, contact your Volvo workshop. An incorrectly fitted jack could damage the door and body.
  • Page 130 Bolts used with steel rims have no rotating ring. Make sure to use the correct type of bolt. If you are unsure, check with the nearest Volvo WARNING! workshop. If the jack is positioned incorrectly, the car...
  • Page 131: Car Care

    Car care Cleaning Repairing paintwork damage Rustproofing...
  • Page 132: Automatic Car Wash

    Do not wash the engine when it is warm. the brake lining warms and dries. You but not hot water. Risk of fire! Allow an authorised Volvo should also do this when you begin driving workshop to wash the engine.
  • Page 133: Cleaning The Upholstery

    Polish leather upholstery. first with a polish and then wax with liquid or Use the Volvo leather care kit once or twice a solid wax. Carefully follow the instructions on year to preserve suppleness and comfort.
  • Page 134: Colour Code

    Car care Repairing paintwork damage Paint Minor stone chips and scratches Paint is an important part of the car’s Material: rustproofing and should therefore be checked • Primer in a can regularly. Repair paintwork damage immedi- • Paint in a can or a touch-up pen ately so that it does not start to rust.
  • Page 135 The underbody wash and dry the car thoroughly. Use a washing. Your Volvo dealer handles such is protected by a wear-resistant anti-corrosion rustproofing agent in a spray can or one that is waxes.
  • Page 136 Car care...
  • Page 137: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance and service Volvo service Maintenance Bonnet and engine compartment Diesel Oils and fluids Wiper blades Battery Bulbs Replacing bulbs Fuses...
  • Page 138: Volvo Service Programme

    There are many examples of environmental test driven. It was checked again in accordance more often than recommended in the Service care within the Volvo field of activity. We use with Volvo Car Corporation regulations before and Warranty manual when driving in adverse a chlorine-free refrigerant in our climate control it was handed over to you.
  • Page 139: Lifting The Car

    Note the following before you • the battery is handled in an environmen- The voltage in the ignition system is tally friendly way. Let your Volvo dealer dangerous! begin working on your car assist you. Do not touch spark plugs or ignition coils...
  • Page 140: Bonnet And Engine Compartment

    7. Washer fluid reservoir Do not wash the engine when it is warm. 5. Open the bonnet. 8. Power steering fluid reservoir Risk of fire! Allow an authorised Volvo workshop to wash the engine. 9. Expansion tank, cooling system WARNING! 10.
  • Page 141: Fuel System

    Maintenance and service Diesel Fuel system Draining condensation from the fuel filter Diesel engines are sensitive to contaminants. Only use diesel from a well-know oil company. The fuel filter removes condensation, which Never fill up with diesel if the quality is could otherwise affect engine function, from dubious.
  • Page 142: Oils And Fluids

    Maintenance and service Oils and fluids Oil grade: ACEA A3 grade oil can also be used. Note that the same oil can comply with both ACEA A1 and ACEA B1, regardless of whether it is a mineral, semi-synthetic or fully synthetic oil. Note that the same oil can comply with ACEA A3, ACEA B3 and ACEA B4, regardless of whether the oil is mineral, semi-synthetic or...
  • Page 143 Approx. 1.5 litres for petrol engines Approx. 2.0 litres for diesel engines Check the oil level Volvo recommends that the oil level is checked The distance between MIN and MAX on the every 2500 km. stick corresponds to 1.5 litres for petrol engines Checking the engine oil level is especially and approx.
  • Page 144: Washer Fluid Reservoir

    Never top up with ordinary water only! Use a the same fluid reservoir. It is located under the mixture of half water, half Volvo coolant all bonnet and has a capacity of 6.5 litres. year round. It is important to use equal amounts.
  • Page 145 This change is not part of a service schedule, but should be done in connection with a service at your Volvo workshop. Clutch and brake fluid Power steer power steering fluid reservoir The level should lie between the MIN and MAX marks.
  • Page 146: Wiper Blades

    Maintenance and service Wiper blades Changing windscreen wiper blades 1. Fold out the wiper arm and hold the wiper blade at 45° to the wiper arm. Press in the spring on the wiper blade. 2. Press the entire wiper blade down so that the wiper arm eye passes through the hold in the wiper blade mounting.
  • Page 147: Battery Care

    Maintenance and service Battery Battery care Symbols: The function and life of the battery are affected by driving conditions, driving style, number of WARNING! starts, climate conditions, etc. Use protective goggles Remember that the battery contains oxyhy- The number of times the battery is run drogen, which is highly explosive.
  • Page 148: Replacing The Battery

    Maintenance and service Battery (Contd) Removing oxyhydrogen gas Replacing the battery Do as follows when installing the battery: The battery can develop oxyhydrogen, which is Do as follows once you have unscrewed the • Set the battery in place. highly explosive. An evacuation hose draws console and battery cover and wish to remove any oxyhydrogen gas from around the battery the battery:...
  • Page 149 If your car is equipped with Bi-Xenon 3. Reversing lamp 21W BA 15 headlamps (option), the bulbs must be replaced by a Volvo workshop due to the 4. Brake light 21W BA15 high voltage. 5. Rear direction indicator (orange) PY21W 6.
  • Page 150: Replacing Bulbs

    Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Dipped beam, main beam, Location of bulbs in front lamp 5. Unplug the connector by first pressing in the catch from underneath and then pulling position/parking lamp and side 1. Dipped beam it up a bit from above. marker light 2.
  • Page 151: Main Beam Bulb

    Maintenance and service Dipped beam bulb Main beam bulb Side marker light and position/ 1. Undo the outer cover by turning it parking lamp 1. Undo the outer cover by pulling it straight anticlockwise. out. The bulbs are housed in bayonet holders. 2.
  • Page 152: Front Fog Lamp

    Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs (Contd) 55W H1 W5W (orange) Direction indicator Front fog lamp Side direction indicator The bulbs are housed in bayonet holders. 1. Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to 1. Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0.
  • Page 153 Maintenance and service Location of bulbs in rear lamp Bulbs in rear lamp cluster 10. Place the insert on a soft surface so as not to scratch the glass. cluster 1. Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to 11.
  • Page 154: Courtesy Lighting

    Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs (Contd) Courtesy lighting Rear fog lamp Numberplate lighting Courtesy lighting is found under the dashboard 1. Insert a slotted screwdriver as indicated by 1. Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to on the driver and passenger side. Do as follows position 0! the arrow in the illustration.
  • Page 155 These bulbs are of a special type. mirror. Lift up so the centre clip releases. 2. Remove the faulty bulb. We recommend that you ask your Volvo 2. Slide the screwdriver from side to side so 3. Replace the bulb. Check that the bulb workshop to replace them.
  • Page 156 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs (Contd) Rear reading lamps These bulbs are of a special type. We recommend that you ask your Volvo workshop to replace them.
  • Page 157 Look in an authorised Volvo workshop to have it circuits or overloads. the fuse diagram to locate the affected fuse. Pull checked.
  • Page 158 Maintenance and service Fuses (Contd) A. Relay/fuse box in engine compartment The fuse box in the engine compartment has 24 fuse positions. Be sure to replace a blown fuse with a new fuse of the same colour and amperage. Fuses in the engine compartment 11.
  • Page 159 Maintenance and service B. Fuse box in the passenger compartment The fuses are located inside the access panel on the end face of the dashboard. There are also a number of spare fuses. 1. Climate control system fan ............30 2. Audio amplifier ................30 3.
  • Page 160 Maintenance and service Fuses (Contd) C. Relay/fuse box in the cargo compartment 10.Antenna ................... 5 1.Rear Electronic Module (REM), lighting (cargo compartment) ... 10 11.Accessory Electronic Module - AEM (option) ......15 2.Rear fog lamp ................10 12.Wiper, rear window ............... 15 3.
  • Page 161: Infotainment

    Infotainment Infotainment Control panels Audio functions Radio functions CD/MD (option) CD changer (option) Menu settings and selections – Audio Telephone system Telephone functions (option) Menu settings and selections – Telephone...
  • Page 162 Infotainment system using the joint control panel or the steering wheel keypad. The control panel display indicates the current function. The XC90 is equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic II (option) which provides optimum sound experience with an expansive and realistic audio profile.
  • Page 163 Infotainment Control panels (option) (option) (option)
  • Page 164 Infotainment Control panels (Contd) Selecting in the menu In menu mode, you can check or modify settings and programme new functions in the system. The different menu alternatives are shown in the display. Menu alternatives followed by periods indicate that there are several submenus.
  • Page 165 Infotainment • Hold the SEL button depressed to switch off the system. • Use the volume control button to adjust the volume of the respective headphones. All headphones are switched off automatically when the audio system is switched off with the ignition key and must be activated manually when the car is restarted.
  • Page 166 Infotainment Control panels (Contd) Remote control (option) Direct the remote control towards the IR receiver (see illustration) that is located in the dashboard. • Press the Memory button The remote control contains AAA or • Select Preset using Preset/Disc (5) R03 batteries.
  • Page 167: Audio System

    Infotainment Audio functions On/Off switch – Audio Selecting sound source Press the POWER button (1) to switch the audio There are two ways to select sound source: system on or off. By using the shortcut buttons CD (2), AM/FM If the audio system is active when the ignition is (3) or by using the SELECTOR knob (4): switched off, it will reactivate automatically •...
  • Page 168: Volume Control

    Infotainment Audio functions (Contd) Volume control Volume control – TP/PTY/NEWS/ ALARM Turn the knob (1) clockwise or anticlockwise to raise or lower the volume, respectively. The If a CD or the like is playing when the radio volume control is electronic and has no end receives a traffic bulletin, the CD player is put position.
  • Page 169 Infotainment Bass BASS Treble TREBLE Balance between the right BALANCE and left-hand speakers Balance between the front FADER and rear speakers Level for bass speaker SUBWOOFER (option) Sound setting The level of the centre speaker can only Level for centre speaker CENTRE be set if Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II) or three- 1.
  • Page 170 Infotainment Audio functions (Contd) SURROUND (option) 1. Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. Dolby Surround Pro Logic II 2. Select SURROUND and press ENTER. Dolby Surround Pro Logic II with centre 3. Select Dolby AM/FM or Dolby CD/MD dashboard speaker provides a more realistic and press ENTER.
  • Page 171 Infotainment Bass speaker – SUBWOOFER Equalizer FR (option) Equalizer RR (option) (option) This function is used to fine-tune the sound This function is used to fine-tune the sound from the front speakers. from the rear speakers. The subwoofer helps the system provide fuller sound and deeper bass.
  • Page 172: Radio Functions

    Infotainment Radio functions • Choose radio mode AM/FM1/FM2 using 1. Hold the button depressed. the SELECTOR knob (2) or the AM/FM MAN is shown in the display. The radio button (1). scans slowly in the selected direction and increases tempo after a few seconds. •...
  • Page 173: Storing Stations

    Infotainment Storing stations To store a selected station under one of the station setting buttons 0-9 (1): 87.5 - 108 MHz 1. Set the desired station. AM(LW) 153 - 279 kHz AM(MW) 522 - 1611 kHz 2. Press the button under which the station is to be stored and keep it depressed.
  • Page 174 Infotainment Radio functions (Contd) 4. AUTOSTORING is shown in the display Storing stations automatically – and a number of strong stations (max. 10) AUTOSTORE from the set frequency band are now stored This function automatically finds and stores up in the autostore memory. If there are no to ten strong AM or FM stations in a separate stations with sufficient signal strength, NO memory.
  • Page 175 Infotainment Scanning – SCAN Radio Data System – RDS Automatic search for program information - PI Seek The scan function automatically searches for RDS is a system which links specific network AM or FM station signals. When the radio finds transmitters together and is used, for example, When listening to an RDS transmitter, various a station, scanning stops for approx.
  • Page 176 Infotainment Radio functions (Contd) With this function, programmes from RDS News – NEWS stations that are news-coded will interrupt other This function interrupts other sound sources, audio sources using the volume setting for this e.g. CD, when a news broadcast starts. specific purpose.
  • Page 177 Infotainment Traffic information – TP TP is shown in the display when this function is TP Search active. If the set station can send traffic infor- This function interrupts other audio sources in This function allows you to listen to traffic mation, ))) is shown in the display.
  • Page 178: Radio Text

    Infotainment Radio functions (Contd) Radio text Alarm Some RDS stations send information on Alarm is sent out automatically. The function programme content, artists, etc. This infor- cannot be deactivated. mation can be indicated with text in the display. " Alarm! " is shown in the radio display when an 1.
  • Page 179 Infotainment Weather WEATHER Economy FINANCE For children CHILDREN Social issues SOCIAL AFFAIRS Spiritual issues RELIGION Telephone watch PHONE IN Travel and holiday TRAVEL Leisure and hobby LEISURE & HOBBY Jazz music JAZZ MUSIC Country music COUNTRY MUSIC National music NATIONAL MUSIC Golden oldies OLDIES MUSIC Programme type –...
  • Page 180 Infotainment Radio functions (Contd) 6. Once you have selected all desired types, 10. In order to deactivate PTY standby, enter select EXIT/CLEAR to exit the PTY list. the menu and select CLEAR ALL PTY. Search for a specific programme The symbol is removed from the display 7.
  • Page 181 Infotainment Traffic information – TP News – NEWS STATION Deactivate TP STATION/NEWS STATION STATION Here, you set from which station news is to be 1. Select RADIO SETTINGS in the menu heeded. and press ENTER. Here, you set from which station traffic infor- mation is to be heeded.
  • Page 182 Infotainment Radio functions (Contd) Automatic frequency update – Regional radio programme – The AF function is usually active and makes The REG function is usually deactivated. It sure that the strongest available transmitter for makes it possible to stay tuned to a regional a radio station is used.
  • Page 183 Infotainment EON – LOCAL /DISTANT Resetting RDS functions – (Enhanced Other Networks) RESET ALL Normally, the EON function is in DISTANT This function restores all radio settings to the mode and determines if interruption of the radio original factory settings. broadcast to which you are listening is 1.
  • Page 184 Infotainment CD/MD (option) Starting the CD/MD player Fast forward/rewind Do not use CDs with that have disc labels. The heat from the CD player could cause • Start the CD player with the SELECTOR Press and hold down to search within the label to come loose from the disc.
  • Page 185 Infotainment Scan Disc text (MD only) MD eject This function plays the first ten seconds of each Certain discs contain information on album and If you press the button (1), the MD player stops song or track. song titles. This information is shown in the and ejects the disc.
  • Page 186 Infotainment CD changer (option) Starting the CD changer Selecting position Changing tracks The CD changer can hold up to six discs. Select which disc is to be played using Press to skip to the next track or to skip numbered buttons 1-6 (3). The number of the to the previous track.
  • Page 187 Infotainment Random – RANDOM This function chooses a CD track in no particular order. 1. Select RANDOM in the menu and press ENTER. 2. Select SINGLE DISC or ALL DISCS for the player to randomly choose from one or all discs in the CD changer. 3.
  • Page 188 Infotainment CD changer (option) (Contd) Eject All A long press on the EJECT button (1) starts EJECT ALL. This empties the entire magazine disc by disc. The text EJECTING ALL is shown in the display. This function can only be activated when the car is stationary and is interrupted if the car starts to move.
  • Page 189 Infotainment Menu settings and selections – Audio Main menu/submenus 6.6.2. LOCAL 6.6.3. DISTANT** 6.7. RESET All 1. AUTOSTORE* 1. RANDOM* 1.1. AST Mode 1.2. AST Search 7. AUDIO SETTINGS (option) 2. SCAN* 1.2.1. AUTOSTORING 7.1. Dolby AM/FM 7.1.1. Pro Logic II 3.
  • Page 190 Infotainment Main menu/submenus 1. RANDOM* 1. RANDOM* 1.1. Off** 1.2. Single Disc 2. SCAN* 1.3. All Discs 3. NEWS* 2. SCAN* 4. TP* 3. NEWS* ON/OFF** 5. DISC TEXT* ON/OFF** 4. TP* ON/OFF** My own shortcut button – MY 6. AUDIO SETTINGS 5.
  • Page 191 Infotainment Telephone system...
  • Page 192: Emergency Calls

    Infotainment Speaker The privacy handset can be used when you You can control the majority of telephone The telephone uses the speaker in the driver’s do not wish to be disturbed. functions using the steering wheel keypad. door or the centre speaker of the audio system When the telephone is active, the steering (if there is one).
  • Page 193 Infotainment Telephone functions (option)
  • Page 194 5.5.3 on page 199. • The telephone will continue in standby mode with a brief press of the PHONE button or if you press EXIT/CLEAR. This function only applies to the Volvo • Reactivate the system with the PHONE integrated telephone system. button.
  • Page 195: Standby Mode

    Infotainment Standby mode Menu shortcuts Traffic safety In standby mode, you can receive calls while Once you have used the menu button to enter For reasons of safety, parts of the telephone the audio system is active and information from the menu system, you can use numbers instead menu system cannot be accessed at speeds in audio system sources is shown in the display.
  • Page 196: Making And Receiving Calls

    Infotainment Telephone functions (option) (Contd) SIM card Ending a call Contact your network operator if you experience difficulties with the SIM card. The telephone can only be used with a valid Press EXIT/CLEAR on the steering wheel or SIM card (Subscriber Identity Module). Your control panel keypad or hang up the handset.
  • Page 197 Infotainment MENU button, scroll to Handset and press Once you switch on the telephone, wait ENTER in order to transfer to the handset. a moment before using speed dial. If you wish to use a speed dial number, Menu Last number called 3.3.1 must be activated.
  • Page 198: Call Waiting

    Infotainment Call waiting If you hear two beeps in your speaker during a The following functions are available when you phone call, someone else is calling. This have a and a (scroll function can be selected or deselected in the with the arrows and press ENTER to make a menu.
  • Page 199: Phone Book

    Infotainment Phone book j k l 5 Telephone numbers and names can be stored in m n o 6 ñ ö ò ó Ø either the telephone memory or the SIM card memory. p q r s 7 ß If the number of the person calling is found in t u v 8 ü...
  • Page 200 Infotainment Specification Output SIM card small, 3V Memory positions 255 a (Short Message Service) Computer/Fax Dualband Yes (900/ 1800) a. The telephone memory is capable of storing 255 items. The number of SIM card memory positions varies according to the subscription. Double SIM card In order to block the telephone, you must Many network operators offer double SIM...
  • Page 201 Infotainment Menu settings and selections – Telephone 1. Call log - CALL 3.5. Clear SIM 5.2.11. Português P 3.6. Clear memory 5.2.12. Suomi 1.1. Missed calls 3.7. Memory status 5.2.13. Svenska 1.2. Received calls 4. Call options 5.3. SIM security 1.3.
  • Page 202 Infotainment Menu 1. Call log Menu 2. Messages Menu 3. Phone book A list of missed calls is shown here. You can Here you can read received text messages. You You can store names and telephone numbers in choose to call, erase or store the number in the can then choose to erase the message, forward the phone book.
  • Page 203 Infotainment Menu 4. Call options Menu 5. Telephone settings Change the PIN code or telephone code. Choose whether or not your own number should Choose a network automatically or manually. 5.4.1. PIN code be displayed to the person you call. Contact The selected operator is shown in the display in 5.4.2.
  • Page 204 Infotainment...
  • Page 205: Specifications

    Specifications Type designations Measurements, weights, capacities Lubricants Cooling system Catalytic converter Petrol Suspension, spring suspension Electrical system Engine specifications...
  • Page 206: Type Designations

    Specifications Type designations When contacting your Volvo dealer about your car and when ordering spare parts and acces- sories, it makes things easier if you know your car’s type designation, vehicle identification number and engine number. Stamped in the engine compartment under- neath the windscreen.
  • Page 207: Measurements, Weights, Capacities

    Specifications Measurements, weights, capacities Measurements and weights Capacities Length 480 cm (litres) approx. Width 190 cm Petrol Diesel Height 178 cm Wheelbase 286 cm Engine oil, incl Front track 163 cm filter change (litres) Rear track 162 cm B5254T2 2.5T Permissible weight (excluding driver) = Total B6294T T6 weight-service weight...
  • Page 208: Cooling System

    Only Volvo gearbox oil part no. fully synthetic. 1161540-8. Do not blend with any other oil! Volvo fully synthetic engine oil is recom- Power steering mended for cars with turbocharged petrol engines and turbo diesel engines.
  • Page 209: Catalytic Converter

    Specifications Catalytic converter Catalytic converter The catalytic converter is an additional part of the exhaust system. Its purpose is to purify exhaust. The converter primarily consists of a housing with two monoliths that are designed so that the exhaust gases pass through a honeycomb of channels.
  • Page 210 Specifications Petrol Petrol Fuel consumption and carbon dioxide The engine can be run with Engine Gearbox Consumption Carbon dioxide octane ratings of 91, 95 and 98 in litres/100 km emission (CO ) g/km ² RON. B5254T2 2.5T Manuel 11.1-11.4 266-273 •...
  • Page 211: Suspension, Spring Suspension

    Specifications Suspension, spring suspension Front end MacPherson-type spring strut. Unitary construction of shock absorbers and spring. Rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering shaft. Rear suspension Independent suspension with individually sprung wheels with shock absorbers. The suspension consists of trailing arms, upper and lower control arms, track rods and anti-roll bar.
  • Page 212: Electrical System

    Specifications Electrical system 12-volt system with voltage regulated alternating current generator. Bulbs Output Socket Single pole system in which the chassis and engine block are used as conductors. The negative pole is connected to the chassis. Main beam 55 W Dipped beam 55 W Bi-Xenon...
  • Page 213: Engine Specifications

    Specifications Engine specifications B5254T2 B6294T D5244T 2.5T Output* (kW/rps) 154/83 200/85 120/67 (hp/rpm) 210/5000 272/5100 163/4000 Torque* (Nm/rps) 320/25-75 380/30-83 340/29-50 (kpm/rpm) 32.6/1500-4500 38.8/1800-5000 34.7/1750-3000 No. of cylinders Bore (mm) Stroke (mm) 93.2 93.2 Cylinder displacement (cm³) 2521 2922 2401 Compression ratio 9.0:1 8.5:1...
  • Page 214 Specifications...
  • Page 215: Alphabetical Index

    Alphabetical index Alphabetical index Brake circuit ..........106 Courtesy lighting ........152 Brake fluid ..........143 Cruise control ..........44 ABS ............31, 107 Brake light ..........151 Cup holder ............79 AC ..............57 Brake system ..........106 Current fuel consumption ......43 Advanced user function ......177 Braking system ..........31 Advanced user menu ........180 Bulbs ...........147, 210 Air distribution ..........57...
  • Page 216: Fuel Gauge

    Alphabetical index Emergency Brake Assistance .....109 Headphones ..........163 Lubricants ...........206 Emergency calls .........190 Heated front seats .........63 Emissions system .........33 Engine compartment ........138 Main beam ..........30, 39 Engine preheater ...........33 IC ..............18 Main beam "flash" ........39 Engine specifications ........211 Ignition switch and steering wheel lock ..101 Main beam bulb ..........149 Immobilizer ..........101 Manual climate control .........56...
  • Page 217: Speedometer

    Alphabetical index Parking/position lamp ....38, 149, 151 Suspension ..........209 Particle filter ..........54 Switches in the centre console .....36 Safe approach lighting ........39 Pen holder .............77 Safety net ............82 Petrol ............208 Seat belt reminder ........10, 33 Polishing .............130 Tachometer ...........30 Seat belt tensioners ........11 Position/Parking lamps ....38, 149, 151 Tailgate ............46 Seat belts ............10...
  • Page 218 Alphabetical index Viscosity .............140 Warning symbol ...........31 Warning triangle ........85, 86 Washer fluid reservoir ........142 Washing the car ..........130 Waxing ............131 Wheels ............122 WHIPS ............19 Windscreen washer ........40 Windscreen wiper blades ......144 Windscreen wipers ........40 Winter tyres ..........123 Wiper blades ..........144...
  • Page 219 Bulbs Check regularly : Make sure that the reservoir is always well filled. Add frost protection in the winter! See page 142. : The fluid level should lie between the MIN and MAX marks. See page 143. : The fluid level should lie between the MIN and MAX marks on the expansion tank.

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