Page 1 VOLVO OWNERS MANUAL XC90 WEB EDITION 2006...
Page 2 Dear Volvo owner We hope you will enjoy many years of driving pleasure in your Volvo. The car has been designed for the safety and comfort of you and your passengers. Volvo is one of the safest cars in the world. Your Volvo has also been designed to satisfy all current safety and environmental requirements.
Page 3 Introduction Owner’s Manual NOTE! Volvo cars are adapted for the varying requirements of different markets, as well as A good way of getting to know your new car for national or local legal requirements and is to read the owner’s manual, ideally before regulations.
Page 4: Volvo Car Corporation And The Environment
Efficient emission control EPI (Environmental Product Information) environmental product decla rations are philosophy Your Volvo is manufactured following the supplied for all Volvo models. You can now concept Clean inside and out – a concept Environmental care, safety and quality are the...
Page 5 Textile standard includes the thorough collection and sorting resistance, leading to The interior of a Volvo is designed to be of the gaseous, liquid and solid waste that significantly higher fuel healthy and safe - even for people with arises in our workshops.
Page 6 Volvo Car Corporation and the environment • Drive in the highest gear possible. Low engine speeds result in lower fuel consumption. • Ease back on the accel- erator on downhill gradients. • Use engine braking. Take your foot off the accelerator and change down.
Page 8: 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 system Technical data...
Page 10: Safety
Safety Seatbelts Airbag system Airbags (SRS) Activating/deactivating the airbag (SRS) Side airbags (SIPS bags) Inflatable Curtain (IC) WHIPS ROPS When are the safety systems activated? Inspecting the airbags and inflatable curtains Child safety...
Page 11: Safety
• if the car leans heavily. Never modify or repair the seatbelts your- It is important that the belt lies against the self. Contact an authorised Volvo work- body so it can provide maximum protection. shop. Do not lean the backrest too far back. The...
Page 12: Seatbelts
Safety Seatbelts NOTE! The seatbelt reminder is intended for an adult sitting in the front seat. If a belt-fitted child seat is fitted in the front seat, the seatbelt reminder does not switch on. Seatbelts and pregnancy The seat belt should always be worn during pregnancy.
Page 13: Seatbelt Tensioner
Safety Seatbelts Label on seatbelts with seatbelt tensioner. Seatbelt tensioner All the seatbelts (except the centre rear belt) are equipped with belt tensioners. A mecha- nism in the belt tensioner tightens the belt around the body in the event of a sufficiently violent collision.
Page 14: Airbag System
SIPS, SRS ously by the control module and there is a or IC system. Contact an authorised Volvo warning lamp in the combined instrument workshop immediately. panel. This lamp comes on when the ignition key is turned to position I, II or III.
Page 15 Safety Airbags (SRS) 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 Never allow a child to stand or sit in front of the front passenger seat. No one shorter than 140 cm should sit in the front passenger seat if the airbag (SRS) is activated.
Page 16: Airbags (Srs)
Safety Airbags (SRS) WARNING! Repairs must only be performed by an authorised Volvo workshop. Any interference in the system could cause malfunction and serious injury. SRS system, left-hand drive. SRS system, right-hand drive. SRS system NOTE! The sensors react differently depending on the course of the collision and The airbag is equipped with a gas generator.
Page 17 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 positioned or glued on o r near the SRS AIRBAG panel (above the glovebox) or in the area affected by a deployed airbag.
Page 18 This passenger door is open. Check that the is necessary if a child seat is to be placed switch is in the required position. Volvo rec- there for example. ommends that that the ignition key is used to Indicator change position.
Page 19: Activating/Deactivating The Airbag (Srs)
This indicates that there has been a severe malfunction. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop as soon as possible. Switch for SRS in ON position. Switch for SRS in OFF position.
Page 20 WARNING! Use only Volvo genuine car seat covers, or seat covers approved by Volvo. Other seat covers may impede the operation of the side airbags.
Page 21: Side Airbags (Sips Bags)
Safety Side airbags (SIPS bags) Right-hand drive. Left-hand drive. SIPS bags The side airbag is equipped with a gas gen- erator. A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors and ignites the gas generator, inflat- ing the side airbag. The airbag inflates between the occupant and the door panel and thereby cushions the initial impact while deflating.
Page 22: Inflatable Curtain (Ic)
Always use a seatbelt. In the Volvo XC90, the inflatable curtains have been developed to protect occupants in the event of overturning. The inflatable curtain also covers those travelling in the third row of...
Page 23 Contact an authorised centre of the seat with as little space as pos- WARNING! Volvo workshop. sible between the head and the head restraint. The WHIPS system is a supplement to the...
Page 24: Whips
Part of the WHIPS system’s protective capacity may have been lost even if the seats appear to be undamaged. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop to have the system checked even after a minor rear- end collision. Do not obstruct the WHIPS...
Page 25: Rops
Safety ROPS Volvo’s Roll-Over Protection System has WARNING! been designed to reduce the risk of the car Under normal driving conditions, the RSC overturning and to provide the best possible system improves the car’s road safety, but protection in the event of an accident.
Page 26: When Are The Safety Systems Activated
• 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 drenched with water or other liquid, dis- systems may also be damaged. The deployed airbags.
Page 27: Inspecting The Airbags And Inflatable Curtains
Inspection intervals The decal on the door pillar(s) shows the dates (year, month) when you should contact an authorised Volvo workshop to inspect and, if necessary, replace the airbags, belt ten- sioners and inflatable curtains. If you have questions concerning the systems, contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
Page 28: Child Safety
Never allow a child to sit on the knee of a passenger. Volvo’s own child safety equipment is designed 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 29: Child Safety
Safety Child safety Child seats and airbags are not compatible. Child seats and airbags Always place a child in the rear seat if the passenger airbag is activated . A child in a child seat on the front passenger seat may suffer serious injury if the airbag deploys.
Page 30 Safety Child safety Decal located on dashboard end face. Decal located on dashboard end face. Location of airbag decal in door opening on (Australia only). front passenger side. 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 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: Rear-facing child seat, secured with seatbelt and straps. Type approval: E503135 (0–9 months) Rear-facing infant seat, secured with seatbelt.
Page 32 Safety Child safety Placement of children in the car Second row of seats, Third row of seats in Weight/age Second row of seats, outer seats cars seating seven. centre seat <10 kg Alternatives: Rear-facing child seat, secured with seatbelt, Rear-facing child seat, Not suitable for this age secured with seatbelt, group.
Page 33 Repair or replacement should only be per- cushion (1). standard in cars seating seven) formed by an authorised Volvo workshop. – Grasp the cushion with both hands and Do not make any modifications or addi- Volvo’s integrated booster cushion for the push it backwards (2).
Page 34 Safety Child safety Lowering the booster cushion – Pull the handle (1). – Lower the seat and press until it locks (2). NOTE! Remember to stow away the booster cushion before lowering the rear seat backrest.
Page 35 Safety Child safety Fitting a child seat WARNING! Volvo has child safety products that are Never place the child seat in the front seat designed for and tested by Volvo. if the car is equipped with an activated front passenger airbag. If problems arise...
Page 36 Safety Child safety 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. When installing a child seat with the help of the seatbelt: •...
Page 37 Safety...
Page 38: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Overview, left-hand drive car Overview, right-hand drive car Driver’s door control panel Combined instrument panel Indicator and warning symbols Information display Switches in the centre console Lighting panel Left-hand stalk switch Right-hand stalk switch Trip computer Cruise control Parking brake, bonnet, electric socket, etc.
Page 39: Instruments And Controls
Instruments and controls Overview, left-hand drive car...
Page 40 Instruments and controls Overview, left-hand drive car Lighting panel .................page 52 28. Seatbelt reminder ..............page 11 Air vent..................page 69 29. Rearview mirror...............page 63 Display ..................page 47 Temperature gauge ..............page 43 Odometer, trip odometer, cruise control ......page 43 Speedometer ................page 43 Direction indicators..............page 43 Tachometer ................page 43 Outside temperature, clock, gear position .......page 43...
Page 41: Overview, Right-Hand Drive Car
Instruments and controls Overview, right-hand drive car...
Page 42 Instruments and controls Overview, right-hand drive car Lighting panel .................page 52 28. Seatbelt reminder ..............page 11 Air vent..................page 69 29. Rearview mirror...............page 63 Indicator and warning symbols ...........page 44 Fuel gauge ................page 43 Outside temperature, clock, gear position .......page 43 Tachometer ................page 43 Direction indicators..............page 43 Speedometer ................page 43...
Page 43: Driver's Door Control Panel
Instruments and controls Driver’s door control panel Lock button for all doors Blocking power windows in the rear doors Power window controls Door mirror control...
Page 44: Combined Instrument Panel
Instruments and controls Combined instrument panel 1. Temperature gauge between trip odometers by briefly pressing 11. Outside temperature gauge Displays the temperature of the engine the button once. Displays outside temperature. When the cooling system. If the temperature is abnor- temperature lies between +2 °C and –5 °C, a 5.
Page 45: Indicator And Warning Symbols
Instruments and controls Indicator and warning symbols pressure. Certain symbols may have no function, depending on the car’s specifica- tions. Warning symbol in the centre of the instrument panel This symbol is lit with a red or amber glow depending on the severity of the fault.
Page 46: Seatbelt Reminder
– If the warning symbol remains lit, drive to the nearest authorised Volvo workshop to detected the warning symbol will an authorised Volvo workshop to have the have the brake system checked. remain lit or light up while driving. ABS system checked.
Page 47: Rear Fog Lamp
• If the warning symbol remains lit, drive to is defective. an authorised Volvo workshop to have the Automatic reactivation of the function takes system checked. place when the brake temperature has Stability system and DSTC returned to normal.
Page 48: Information Display
Instruments and controls Information display messages stored in the memory by pressing the READ button. Press the READ button to return read messages to the memory. If a warning message interrupts when you are in the trip computer menus or wish to use the telephone, you must first acknowledge the message by pressing the READ button (A).
Page 49 Instruments and controls Information display Message Specification STOP SAFELY Stop and switch off the engine. Serious risk of damage. STOP ENGINE Stop and switch off the engine. Serious risk of damage. SERVICE URGENT Take your car in for service immediately. SEE MANUAL Consult your owner’s manual.
Page 50: Switches In The Centre Console
Instruments and controls Switches in the centre console Child safety locks in the rear NOTE! The order of the buttons may vary. WARNING! doors (option) DSTC system Keep in mind that the driving character- Use this button to activate or This button is used to istics of the car change if you deactivate deactivate the electric child...
Page 51 Instruments and controls Switches in the centre console Retractable door mirrors Electric socket, (standard)/ Deactivation of the deadlocks (option) Cigarette lighter (option) and detectors This button is used to fold in The electric socket can be Use this button when you the door mirrors if they are used for various 12 V acces- wish to switch off the...
Page 52 Instruments and controls Switches in the centre console 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 defrosting the rear window and door mirrors.
Page 53: Lighting Panel
(4) come on when the rear fog could dazzle oncoming motorists. Avoid this authorised Volvo workshop. lamp is switched on. by adjusting the height of the beam. Manual dipped beam (certain countries) Instrument lighting –...
Page 54: Left-Hand Stalk Switch
The time delay position (2). is 30 seconds , but can be changed to 60 or 90 seconds by an authorised Volvo The stalk switch remains in its end position workshop. and is moved back manually, or automatically by steering wheel movement.
Page 55: Windscreen Wipers
Instruments and controls Right-hand stalk switch Wipers operate at "normal" speed. To turn the rain sensor off, either: Wipers operate at "high" speed. – press the button (2) or – press the stalk switch downward to another wiper programme. If the stalk switch is raised, the rain sensor will IMPORTANT! remain active, the wipers make an extra...
Page 56: Windscreen 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 deactivated. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop.
Page 57: Trip Computer
Instruments and controls Trip computer NOTE! There may be a slight error in the • SPEED IN MILES PER HOUR reading if a fuel-driven heater is used. • CURRENT FUEL CONSUMPTION Range to empty fuel tank • AVERAGE FUEL CONSUMPTION The range to empty is calculated based on •...
Page 58: Cruise Control
Instruments and controls Cruise control Increasing or decreasing speed Increase or decrease the speed by pressing and holding + or –. The speed of the car when the button is released is set as the new speed. A brief press (less than half a second) on + or –...
Page 59: Parking Brake
Instruments and controls Parking brake, bonnet, electric socket, etc. Activate the parking brake: – Press the foot brake down firmly. – Depress the parking brake to the end position (1). – Release the foot brake and make sure that the car is stationary. –...
Page 60 Instruments and controls Parking brake, bonnet, electric socket, etc. Opening the bonnet Electrical socket for rear seat Steering wheel adjustment passengers (option) Pull the handle towards you to release the The steering wheel can be adjusted both bonnet lock mechanism. The electric socket can be used for various vertically and front-rear.
Page 61 Instruments and controls Parking brake, bonnet, electric socket, etc. Opening the tailgate Open the tailgate by pulling the handle indicated in the illustration. Fold down the rear flap by lifting the handle up.
Page 62: Power Windows
Instruments and controls Power windows The power windows are operated using the controls in the door armrests. The ignition key must be turned to 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 63 Instruments and controls Power windows LED in the switch is lit The rear door windows can only be operated from the driver’s door. Power window in the front Power windows in the rear doors passenger seat The rear door windows can be operated with the controls on the doors and the switch on The control for the power window at the front the driver’s door.
Page 64 R = right door mirror). The LED in mirrors will assume their stored positions. based on comparative light relationships. An the button lights. authorised Volvo workshop can adjust the Laminated side windows – Adjust the position with the adjustment sensitivity.
Page 65 Instruments and controls Rearview mirror, door mirrors and side windows Water and dirt-repellent coating IMPORTANT! on the front windows and/or Do not use a metal ice scraper to remove door mirrors (option) ice from the windows. The water and dirt- The front windows and/or door mirrors are repellent coating could be damaged.
Page 66 Instruments and controls Power sunroof (option) WARNING! If there are children in the car: remember to switch off the supply to the power sunroof (remove the ignition key) if the driver leaves the car. Open positions Automatic closing Closing, manual Sunroof controls are located in the Opening, manual headlining.
Page 67 Instruments and controls Power sunroof (option) Automatic operation WARNING! Move the control over the resistance point The sunroof’s pinch protection function position (3) to the rearmost end position (4) only operates during automatic closing, or over the resistance point position (2) to the not during manual closing.
Page 68: Climate Control
Climate control General information on climate control Manual climate control, A/C Electronic Climate Control, ECC Parking heater (option)
Page 69: Climate Control
Fault tracing Sensors An authorised Volvo workshop has the instru- The sun sensor is on the upper portion of the ments and tools required for any fault tracing dashboard. Remember not to cover it. Do not or repair of your climate control system.
Page 70 Climate control General information on 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.
Page 71 Climate control Manual climate control, A/C A/C – ON/OFF You must turn the fan knob (8) from the 0 compartment is then recirculated, i.e. no air position to connect the air conditioning. from outside the car is taken into the car Recirculation when this function is activated.
Page 72 – Press yet again: Heating is switched off – no LEDs in the switch are lit. The defroster on the air distribution An authorised Volvo workshop can adjust the control is used to quickly remove misting and temperature. ice from the windscreen and side windows.
Page 73 Climate control Manual climate control, A/C Air distribution Air distribution Air through When you want Air to floor In sunny weather front and good cooling in a and air with cool outside rear air warm climate. vents. temperatures. vents. Air to When you want to windows.
Page 74 Climate control Electronic Climate Control, ECC A/C – ON/OFF 1. A/C – ON/OFF quality sensor detects increased levels of contaminants in the outside air. When the air Recirculation/Multifilter with sensor The air conditioning system is controlled quality sensor detects contaminated outside Recirculation automatically by the system when the ON air, the air intake is closed and the air in the...
Page 75: Air Distribution
Press AUTO to return to automatic air distri- side windows and rear window. – The timer function is activated each time bution. • Follow the Volvo Service Programme for you press 6. Passenger compartment the recommended replacement interval of To switch off the timer function: temperature sensor the Multifilter.
Page 76 When the function is selected the following no LED in the switch is lit. console switch panel, see page 49. also takes place to provide maximum An authorised Volvo workshop can adjust the dehumidification of the air in the passenger temperature. compartment: 10 and 11.
Page 77: Parking Heater (Option)
60 minutes. If the parking heater does not start despite repeated attempts, a message is shown on the display. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop. WARNING! • Switch off the fuel-driven heater before refuelling.
Page 78 Climate control Parking heater (option) Car clock/timer – Use the ring (B) to toggle to PARK HEAT IMPORTANT! TIMER 1 or 2. The text ON flashes. For safety reasons, all timer settings will be Repeated use of the parking heater in –...
Page 79 Climate control...
Page 80: Interior
Interior Front seats Interior lighting Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Rear seat Cargo compartment...
Page 81 Interior Front seats WARNING! Adjust the position of the driver’s seat before setting off, never while driving. Check that the seat is locked in position. Seating position Lowering the front seat backrest The driver’s and passenger seats can be The front passenger seat backrest can be adjusted to the optimum sitting and driving folded to a horizontal position to make room positions.
Page 82: Front Seats
Interior Front seats Power seat (option) Preparations The seat is normally adjusted with the ignition key is in position I or II. It can also be adjusted within 4,5 minutes of the door being unlocked with the key or remote control. If the door is closed and the ignition key is not yet in the ignition, or is in the 0 position, adjust- ments can be made within 40 seconds of the...
Page 83 Interior Front seats Setting preset positions Press and hold one of the memory buttons (5), (6) or (7) until the seat stops. If you release the button, the seat stops immediately for safety reasons. Emergency stop If the seat accidentally begins to move, press one of the buttons to stop the seat.
Page 84: Interior Lighting
10 minutes can be modified. Contact an one of the buttons is pressed. Unless 10 minutes when the engine is off. authorised Volvo workshop. switched off manually, reading lamps are General lighting comes on and remains lit for switched off automatically 10 minutes after 30 seconds when you: the ignition is switched off.
Page 85 Interior Interior lighting Vanity mirror The light comes on automatically when the cover is lifted. Option on certain markets.
Page 86 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment...
Page 87: Storage Spaces In The Passenger Compartment
Always secure large and heavy objects Floor mats (option) with a seatbelt or cargo retaining straps. Volvo supplies floor mats specially manufac- tured for your car. These should be properly anchored with the clips on the floor so they do not slide and get jammed beside or under...
Page 88 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Coat hanger Ashtray for rear seat passengers Cup/bottle holder for rear seat (option) passengers The coat hanger is only intended for light garments. Open the ashtray by pulling the top edge Pull the bottom edge of the insert to open. outward.
Page 89 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage compartment and cup Storage tray in centre console Cup holder holder (cars seating seven) The centre console contains a storage tray Cup holder for front seat passengers. for food and drinks, for example. The armrest This storage compartment can be used for Ashtray (option) can be folded back to make a "table"...
Page 90 Interior Storage spaces in the passenger compartment Storage compartment in the third row of seats (cars seating seven) This storage compartment can be used for pens and other small items.
Page 91: Rear Seat
Interior Rear seat Rear seats – second row (cars Sliding seat (cars seating seven) Removing the rear section of the seating seven) centre console The centre seat in the second row can be slid farther forward than the other seats. Sliding The centre console must first be removed if Lowering the backrest for entry into the the seat completely forward improves...
Page 92 Interior Rear seat 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, it is important to make sure that the backrests have locked into position.
Page 93: Cargo Compartment
Interior Cargo compartment Repositioning the seats in the third row – Raise the backrest to its normal position. – Take hold of the eyes and pull out the seat cushion until you hear a click. – Raise the head restraint. The seat is now ready for use.
Page 94 Interior Cargo compartment cargo, bear in mind that improperly secured WARNING! or incorrectly loaded objects in the cargo Never load cargo above the backrests! If compartment could be thrown forward with you do so, the load could be thrown great speed and force in the event of a forward in the event of sudden braking or collision or sudden braking, causing serious a collision and severely injure you or your...
Page 95: Safety Net
Interior Cargo compartment Only applies to cars seating seven: – Make sure the net lies in front of the side panel armrest when securing. – Tension the safety net using the anchoring straps. Safety net Fitting the safety net The safety net prevents luggage and cargo If the car is equipped with a cargo area cover, from being thrown forward in the passenger remove it before fitting the safety net.
Page 96 Interior Cargo compartment Folding up the safety net Steel safety grille (option) – Insert one of the protective grille The safety net can be folded up and placed in mountings in its bracket above the rear The protective grille in the cargo the cargo compartment floor (for cars seating door behind the second row of seats.
Page 97 Interior Cargo compartment – Fit the attaching brace hook in the load anchorage and tighten the knob until the attaching brace takes hold in the load anchorage. – Do the same on the other side. – Tighten both attaching braces alternately. –...
Page 98 Interior Cargo compartment Opening the compartment in the cargo compartment floor (cars seating seven) – Lift up the cover. If the car is equipped with a grocery bag holder: – Open the upper cover, detach the tensioning straps to the grocery bag holder, if fitted, and open the lower cover.
Page 99 Interior...
Page 100: Locks And Alarm
Locks and alarm Keys and remote controls Locking and unlocking Child safety locks Alarm (option)
Page 101: Locks And Alarm
If you lose one of your keys, you must take all other keys to an authorised Volvo workshop. As a crime prevention measure, the code of the lost key is erased from the system. At the same time, the other keys must be re-coded in the system.
Page 102: Remote Control Functions
Approach lighting plate lighting, door mirror lamps (option) and Locks will switch on and remain lit for 30, 60 or 90 seconds. Your authorised Volvo Folding/opening the key workshop can select a suitable time setting Remote control functions for your car.
Page 103: Keys And Remote Controls
Locks and alarm Keys and remote controls – Turn the old battery in to your Volvo workshop so that it is disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Changing the remote control battery If the locks repeatedly fail to react to signals from the remote control at a normal distance, the battery should be replaced.
Page 104: Locking And Unlocking
Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking Automatic relocking 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 alarm, see page 108.
Page 105: With The Remote Control
Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking NOTE! If you use this button to unlock the tailgate, but do not open it, the tailgate will re- lock automatically after two minutes. Deadlocks Your car has a special deadlock function, which means that the doors cannot be opened from the inside if they are locked.
Page 106 Locks and alarm Locking and unlocking is shown in the display as long as the key remains in the ignition switch. The sensors will be reactivated the next time the ignition is switched on. WARNING! Do not allow anyone to remain in the car without first deactivating the deadlock.
Page 107: Child Safety Locks
Locks and alarm Child safety locks WARNING! Remember that in the event of an accident, rear seat passengers cannot open the rear doors from the inside if the child safety locks are activated. Therefore, keep the doors unlocked while driving! In the event of an accident, rescue personnel will then be able to enter the car from the outside.
Page 108 Locks and alarm Child safety locks When the alarm is armed, it continually monitors all alarm inputs. The alarm is triggered if: • the bonnet is opened • the tailgate is opened • a side door is opened • the ignition switch is turned with a non- approved key or subjected to force •...
Page 109: Alarm (Option)
Locks and alarm Alarm (option) Activating the alarm Alarm signals Press the LOCK button on the remote An audible signal is given from a siren with a control. A long flash from the car’s direction reserve battery. Each alarm signal lasts indicators confirms that the alarm is armed 25 seconds.
Page 110 The alarm has been triggered. • If there is a fault in the alarm system, a message appears on the display. If the alarm system does not function correctly, have an authorised Volvo workshop examine the car.
Page 111 Locks and alarm...
Page 112: Starting And Driving
Starting and driving General Refuelling Starting the car Manual gearbox Automatic gearbox All-wheel drive Brake system Stability system Parking assistance (option) Towing and recovery Start assistance Driving with a trailer Detachable towbar –mounting Detachable towbar –removing Loading Adjusting headlamp pattern BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) –option...
Page 113: Starting And Driving
Driving on rough roads shortens the service life of the systems. style and speed to the situation. The Volvo XC90 is primarily designed for When driving through shallow water, Keep in mind the following: driving on main roads, but also has good maintain a low speed and do not stop the car.
Page 114 Starting and driving General Do not overload the battery Do not allow the engine and • Distribute the air between the windscreen and floor while running the fan at high cooling system to overheat The electrical functions in the car load the speed.
Page 115: Fuel Filler Flap
Refuelling with petrol NOTE! Do not add cleaning additives unless specifically recommended by a Volvo The fuel cap is inside the fuel filler flap on the workshop. right-hand rear wing and hangs up on the inside of the fuel filler flap.
Page 116: Starting The Car
Starting and driving Starting the car the clutch pedal completely depressed. Winter driving Starting the engine (Petrol) This is especially important in severe cold. If the car is frequently driven short distances – Depress the parking brake. in cold weather then the engine does not NOTE! The master key blade must be fully –...
Page 117: Ignition Switch And Steering Lock
The car’s entire Never rev the engine hard straight after a cold electrical system is start! If the engine does not start or misfires, connected. contact a Volvo workshop. III – Start position The starter motor is WARNING! connected. Release the key Never switch off the ignition (position 0 once the engine has started.
Page 118: Manual Gearbox
Starting and driving Manual gearbox Gear positions Depress the clutch pedal fully with each gear change. Remove your foot from the clutch pedal between gear changes! Follow the appropriate shifting pattern. Use 6th gear as often as possible for the best possible fuel economy.
Page 119: Automatic Gearbox
Starting and driving Automatic gearbox Keylock The kick-down function cannot be used in Cold start To remove the ignition key, the gear selector the manual positions. Return to When starting in low temperatures, the gear must be in the P position. The key is locked in automatic position D.
Page 120: Gear Selector Inhibitor
Starting and driving Automatic gearbox P – Park N – Neutral Gear selector inhibitor Select this position when you wish to start N is the neutral position. The engine can be The gear selector can always be moved freely the engine or park the car. started but no gear is engaged.
Page 121 Starting and driving Automatic gearbox Gear selector manual positions W – Winter The W button by the gear Manual positions selector engages and disen- To move from the automatic driving gages the winter position D to a manual position, move the programme W.
Page 122: All-Wheel Drive
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 123: Brake System
Starting and driving Brake system Brake servo Dampness can affect braking using engine braking more efficiently and characteristics requires the foot brake for only brief periods. If the car is rolling or is being towed with the Brake components become wet when the car engine turned off, the brake pedal must be Bear in mind that driving with a trailer puts an is driven in heavy rain, through pools of water...
Page 124 If the level in the brake fluid reservoir is normal, drive carefully to the nearest authorised Volvo workshop to have the brake system checked. If the brake fluid is under the MIN level in the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further before topping up the brake fluid.
Page 125: Stability System
Starting and driving Stability system When the stability system is in action, it may Spin Control (SC) seem like the car does not respond normally The Stability Control function prevents the to acceleration. This is because the system drive wheels from slipping during acceler- detects the amount of friction on the road ation.
Page 126 Rear parking assistance is deactivated The system is always activated when the car automatically when towing a trailer if a Volvo is started. genuine trailer cable is used. WARNING! Parking assistance does not relinquish the driver’s own responsibility during parking.
Page 127 Starting and driving Parking assistance (option) Rear parking assistance Rear parking assistance is activated when reverse gear is engaged. The signal comes from the rear speakers. Fault indicator The information symbol comes on and stays lit Parking assistance sensors PARK ASSIST SERVICE Cleaning the sensors REQUIRED is shown in the infor- mation display in the centre of the combined...
Page 128: Towing And Recovery
Starting and driving Towing and recovery Do not bump start the engine If you bump start a car with manual gearbox, the catalytic converter may be damaged. Cars with automatic gearbox cannot be bump started. Use a booster battery if the battery is flat.
Page 129: Towing Eye
Starting and driving Towing and recovery Towing eye The towing eye may only be used for towing on roads, not for recovery after driving into a The towing eye is in the tool kit in the cargo ditch or the like. Professional help should be compartment.
Page 130: Start Assistance
Starting and driving Start assistance the red connection in your car’s engine NOTE! Do not remove the clamps during the compartment (2+). start attempt; risk of spark build-up. Connect the clamp to the contact point under a small black cover which has a WARNING! plus sign on it.
Page 131: Driving With A Trailer
• If the towing bracket is fitted by Volvo, the • If the car overheats, the air conditioning car is delivered with the necessary system can be temporarily switched off.
Page 132 When the car is stationary, the rear Consult your Volvo dealer for information regarding your car’s specifications if the suspension sinks. This is completely normal. towbar has been installed after purchase.
Page 133 NOTE! 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 134: Specifications
Starting and driving Driving with a trailer Specifications Distance B above: Fixed towbar: 80 mm Distance A above: Detachable towbar: 80 mm Fixed towbar: 1124 mm Detachable towbar: 1124 mm Max. permissible ball pressure: 90 kg...
Page 135 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – mounting OPEN OPEN – Remove the connector pin cover. – Insert the key into the detachable part and – Hold the towball and turn the lever turn it clockwise to the unlocked position. clockwise to the locked position.
Page 136 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – mounting LOCKED PUSH TO RED PIN (B) LOCK NOT VISIBLE – Push the towball to the locked position. – Check that the signal pin (B) is pushed in. – Turn the key anticlockwise to the locked Do not hold the lever.
Page 137 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – removing OPEN OPEN – Insert the key into the detachable part and – Turn the lever clockwise to the locked – Pull the towball from the connector pin. turn it clockwise to the unlocked position. position and grip the towball.
Page 138 Starting and driving Detachable towbar – removing LOCKED – Turn the key anticlockwise to the locked – Refit the connector pin cover as in the position and remove it from the lock. illustration.
Page 139 Starting and driving Loading General The load capacity is affected by extra acces- sories mounted on the car, such as a towbar, the load on the towball (75 kg with trailer hitched), load carriers and space box, as well as the passengers’ combined weight. The load capacity of the car is reduced by the number of passengers and their weight.
Page 140: Load Carriers
• 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...
Page 141: Adjusting Headlamp Pattern
Starting and driving Adjusting headlamp pattern illustrations corresponds to the line in the Position each template so that the arrows headlamp lens that the template should be point towards the centre and the dot on the matched to. template matches the dot on the headlamp lens.
Page 142 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 143 Starting and driving Adjusting headlamp pattern Masking templates...
Page 144 Starting and driving BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) – option NOTE! The lamp comes on on the side of the car where the system has detected the vehicle. If the car is overtaken on both sides at the same time then both lamps come on. BLIS also has an integrated function which warns the driver if a fault should arise in the system.
Page 145 Starting and driving BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) – option Cleaning WARNING! WARNING! In order to work most effectively the BLIS • BLIS does not work in sharp bends. • The system does not react to bicycles camera lenses must be clean. The lenses can or mopeds.
Page 146 Starting and driving BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) – option door panels flash three times. Press the READ button, see page 47, to clear the text message. BLIS system messages System Text in the display status BLIS not BLIND-SPOT SYST functioning SERVICE REQUIRED Right-hand...
Page 147 Starting and driving...
Page 148: Wheels And Tyres
Wheels and tyres General Tyre pressure Warning triangle and spare wheel Changing wheels Emergency puncture repair...
Page 149 Wheels and tyres General Driving characteristics and tyres these conditions is winter tyres (both those the illustration was manufactured in week 15 with studs and those without). If such a tyre is of 2002. The tyres greatly affect the car’s driving chosen, the car must not be driven faster than characteristics.
Page 150: Winter Tyres
IMPORTANT! tyres, these must be fitted to all four wheels. Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiv- NOTE! Ask a Volvo dealer which rim and tyre alent chains designed for the car model, types are most suitable. and tyre and rim dimensions. Consult an Studded tyres authorised Volvo workshop.
Page 151 (to decrease the risk of skidding). Wheels should be stored lying down or hanging 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.
Page 152: Tyre Pressure
(Cold tyres mean the tyres are the same temperature as the ambient Other markets (not USA, Canada) temperature). 1:1. Volvo original tyre 1:2. Spare tyre Driving with the wrong tyre pressure adversely affects the car’s driving character- Australia istics and can increase tyre wear.
Page 153: Warning Triangle And Spare Wheel
Wheels and tyres Warning triangle and spare wheel location that is appropriate for the traffic IMPORTANT! situation. The car must never be driven fitted with After use: more than one temporary spare wheel. – Pack everything in reverse order. Make sure that the warning triangle with case is securely fastened in the compartment.
Page 154 Wheels and tyres Warning triangle and spare wheel 1. Cars seating seven 2. Cars seating five Spare wheel – removing – Lower the bottom of the tailgate. – Place the punctured tyre in the cargo compartment. The tool kit contains a –...
Page 155: Changing Wheels
This is not strong enough to use to lift the – Use the wheelbrace to loose the wheel car. If you are unsure about the location of bolts ½-1 turn. Turn anticlockwise. the jacking points, contact your Volvo workshop. An incorrectly fitted jack could damage the door and body.
Page 156 Wheels and tyres Changing wheels WARNING! Never crawl under the car when it is raised on a jack! The car could fall, causing injuries. The car’s original jack should only be used when changing wheels. All other work on the car should be done using workshop jacks and axle stands under the part of the car that is raised.
Page 157 If the jack is positioned incorrectly, the car Make sure to use the correct type of bolt. If could fall. Risk of injury! you are unsure, check with the nearest Volvo workshop. – Lift the car until the wheel is free.
Page 158: Emergency Puncture Repair
Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Re placement of emergency puncture repair kit, see page 161 for information on replacing the canister. NOTE! The emergency puncture repair kit is only intended for sealing tyres with a punc- ture in the tread. The emergency puncture repair kit has limited abilities to seal tyres which have punctures in the wall of the tyre.
Page 159: Inflating Tyres
Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Inflating tyres – Start the compressor by flicking the – Objects with a volume of up to 50 litres switch (2) to position I. can be pumped up with the compressor. Set up the warning triangle if a tyre must be –...
Page 160 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Sealing punctured tyres – 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 Set up the warning triangle if emergency tyre increase temporarily up to a maximum of –...
Page 161 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair – Connect the air hose (4) to the air valve WARNING! on the tyre. Never stand next to the tyre when the – Connect the lead (5) to the 12 V power compressor is running. Be particularly point.
Page 162 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair Changing the sealing fluid – Refit the case (3). Check that the case is WARNING! correctly fitted. Screw it on with the canister Ensure the compressor is not connected screws (2). The canister of sealing fluid should be to the 12 V socket when the canister is –...
Page 163 Wheels and tyres Emergency puncture repair – Push down the button (8) while turning the canister (6) and the holder (9) clockwise. Remove them. – Pull out the air hose (10). – Wipe off remaining sealing fluid with a rag or scrape it away if it is has already dried.
Page 164: Car Care
Car care Cleaning Touching up paintwork Rustproofing...
Page 165 Exterior plastic parts When using a pressure washer: Make Automatic car washes A special cleaning agent, available from Volvo sure that the nozzle of the pressure An automatic car wash is a simple and quick dealers, is recommended for cleaning washer is not closer than 30 cm to the way of washing the car.
Page 166: Cleaning The Interior
Car care Cleaning Cleaning the interior you Volvo dealer. Make sure the seatbelt is Take care when cleaning so as not to dry before allowing it to retract. damage the glass surface. Treating spots on fabric upholstery To avoid damaging glass surfaces when...
Page 167: Touching Up Paintwork
Car care Touching up paintwork Paintwork Paint is an important part of the car’s rustproofing and should therefore be checked regularly. Repair paintwork damage immediately so that it does not start to rust. The most common types of paintwork damage that you can repair yourself are: •...
Page 168 Car care Touching up paintwork Do as follows if the stone chip went down to the bare metal: • Fasten a piece of masking tape over the damaged surface. Then remove the tape, removing any paint residue (illustration 1). • Stir the primer thoroughly and apply using a fine brush or matchstick (illustration 2).
Page 169 Hose fiers), the protective wax should be renewed down, wash and dry the car thoroughly. Use after washing. Your Volvo dealer handles a rustproofing agent in a spray can or one such waxes.
Page 170: Maintenance And Service
Maintenance and service Volvo service Self-maintenance Bonnet and engine compartment Diesel Oils and fluids Wiper blades Battery Replacing bulbs Fuses...
Page 171 To keep your Volvo as safe and reliable as information. system. Always contact an authorised Volvo possible, follow the Volvo service programme...
Page 172 Use washer antifreeze at corrosive and toxic. Handle the battery in an temperatures around freezing. environmentally-suitable way. Let your Volvo If the car is lifted with a workshop jack; dealer assist you. position the jack with the front edge on the •...
Page 173: Bonnet And Engine Compartment
Maintenance and service Bonnet and engine compartment Opening the bonnet Engine compartment 10. Chassis data plate 11. Battery (in cargo compartment) – Pull the handle on the far left (or right if The appearance of the engine compartment the car is RHD) under the dashboard. You may vary slightly due to engine variant.
Page 174: Fuel System
These fuels do not fulfil the requirements available from the major oil companies. This in accordance with Volvo recommenda- fuel is less viscous at low temperatures and tions and generate increased wear and reduces the risk of wax building up in the fuel engine damage that is not covered by the system.
Page 175: Oils And Fluids
Volvo recommends oil products. had time to flow down into the oil sump. Using oil of a higher than specified grade is permitted. Volvo recommends using an oil of a higher grade than that specified on the...
Page 176 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids – Wipe the dipstick clean before checking the level. – Check the oil level using the dipstick. The oil level must be between the MIN and MAX marks. – If the level is close to the MIN mark, start by topping up with 0.5 litres of oil.
Page 177: Washer Fluid Reservoir
(cracks) to the cylinder head. IMPORTANT! Always use coolant with anti-corrosion agent as recommended by Volvo. New cars are filled with coolant that can withstand temperatures down to approximately –35 °C. Washer fluid reservoir...
Page 178 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids NOTE! The fluid should be changed annually for cars driven in conditions requiring hard, frequent braking, such as driving in mountains or tropical climates with high humidity. WARNING! If the brake fluid is under the MIN level in the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive further before topping up the brake fluid.
Page 179: Wiper Blades
Maintenance and service Wiper blades – Press the entire wiper blade down so that the wiper arm eye passes through the hold in the wiper blade mounting. – Then pull the blade up so that the wiper arm eye passes beside the wiper blade mounting.
Page 180: Battery Care
Maintenance and service Battery • Check all cells. Use a screwdriver to Store the battery out of the remove the caps. Each cell has its own reach of children. maximum level mark. • If necessary, top up with distilled water to the battery’s maximum mark.
Page 181: Changing The Battery
Maintenance and service Battery Draining oxyhydrogen gas Changing the battery Do as follows when installing the battery: The battery can develop oxyhydrogen, which Do as follows once you have unscrewed the – Set the battery in place. is highly explosive. An evacuation hose draws console and battery cover and wish to –...
Page 182 Maintenance and service Battery WARNING! The battery contains oxyhydrogen, which is highly explosive. Be sure that the evacu- ation hose is correctly connected! 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.
Page 183: Replacing Bulbs
WARNING! On cars with Bi-Xenon headlamps, all work on the lights should be carried out at an authorised Volvo workshop. Bi-Xenon headlamps must be handled with extreme care due to the high-voltage unit.
Page 184 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Dipped beam, main beam, Location of bulbs in front lamp – Unplug the connector by first pressing in the catch from underneath and then direction indicator, parking lamp Dipped beam pulling it up a bit from above. and side marker light Main beam –...
Page 185 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Dipped beam lamp Main beam lamp Side marker lamps and position/ parking lamps – Undo the outer cover by turning it – Undo the outer cover by pulling it straight anticlockwise. out. The bulbs are housed in bayonet holders. –...
Page 186 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Direction indicators Side indicator lamp Fog lamps The bulbs are housed in bayonet holders. – Switch off all lights and turn ignition key – Switch off all lights and turn ignition key to position 0. to position 0.
Page 187 Location of bulbs in rear lamp cluster Direction indicator Brake light Reversing lamp Position lamps NOTE! If the error message "BULB FAILURE"/"CHECK BRAKE LIGHT" remains after a faulty bulb has been replaced then an authorised Volvo workshop needs to be consulted to rectify the fault.
Page 188 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Bulbs in rear lamp cluster – Loosen the extra length of cable for better accessibility. – Switch off all lights and turn the ignition – Place the insert on a soft surface so as key to position 0. not to scratch the glass.
Page 189 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Rear fog lamp Number plate lighting Number plate lighting – Insert a slotted screwdriver as indicated NOTE! Applies to vehicles manufactured NOTE! Applies to vehicles manufactured by the arrow in the illustration. before week 9, 2006. from and including week 9, 2006.
Page 190 Maintenance and service Replacing bulbs Courtesy lighting Bulbs in the cargo compartment Vanity mirror Courtesy lighting is found under the – Insert a screwdriver and gently turn so – Insert a slotted screwdriver at the side of dashboard on the driver and passenger that the lamp housing comes loose.
Page 191 Volvo workshop to short-circuits or overloads. overloaded and blew. have it checked.
Page 192 Maintenance and service Fuses Press in the plastic catches on the short sides of the box and pull the cover upward. Relay/Fuse box in the engine compartment 12. Engine control module (ECM) (petrol), injection valves, (petrol), mass air flow sensor (petrol) ..15 A ABS....................
Page 193 Maintenance and service Fuses A decal which indicates the positions and amperages of the fuses is located in the end box cover. Fuses in the passenger compartment at dashboard 11. Ignition switch, SRS system, engine control module (ECM) SRS deactivation passenger side (PACOS), end on driver’s side immobiliser (IMMO), Transmission control module Climate control system fan............
Page 194 Maintenance and service Fuses Fuses in the passenger compartment within the 13. Reserve ....................- 14. -........................ - sound barrier on the driver’s side 15. ABS, STC/DSTC ................5 A Seat heating, right side............... 15 A 16. Electronic power steering (ECPS), Bi-Xenon, Seat heating, left side..............
Page 195 Maintenance and service Fuses 27. Reserve....................- 28. Power passenger seat ..............5 A 29. Reserve....................- 30. BLIS ....................5 A 31. Reserve....................- 32. Reserve....................- 33. Vacuum pump ................20 A 34. Washer pump ................15 A 35. - ........................ - 36.
Page 196 Maintenance and service Fuses Fuses in the cargo compartment Reversing lamp................10 A Position lamps, fog lamps, cargo area lighting, number plate lighting, LEDs in brake lighting ......20 A Accessories (AEM)...............15 A Reserve ....................- REM electronics................10 A RTI, radio receiver, RSE..............7,5 A Towing bracket wiring (30-feed) ..........15 A Cargo compartment socket............15 A Rear right door: power window, power window lock....20 A...
Page 197 Maintenance and service Fuses 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. Trailer lighting, right: brake lamp, rear fog lamp, direction indicator ................
Page 198: Infotainment System
Infotainment system Infotainment system Control panels, audio Audio system functions Radio functions CD/MD (option) CD changer (option) Menu structure – Audio Telephone (option) Telephone functions Menu settings and options – Telephone...
Page 199: Infotainment System
The control panel display indicates the current function. XC90 can be equipped with Dolby Surround Pro Logic II (Premium Sound), which offers an optimal sound experience very close to being there with a broad, natural sound profile.
Page 200 Infotainment system Control panels, audio On/Off – Audio 11. EXIT/CLEAR – scroll back in the menu, 19. IR receiver for remote controls (option) cancel a selection, put the telephone in Volume 20. Seek/change tracks/stations or scroll standby mode, or erase the previous forward and back when entering text CD –...
Page 201 Infotainment system Control panels, audio Menus 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 202 Infotainment system Control panels, audio someone wearing headphones, the driver – Hold the button depressed to takes control of the sound source. fast forward/rewind or search for the next strong station. • Headphone users can choose from among the presets of the frequency (AM, –...
Page 203 Infotainment system Control panels, audio Function not available On/Off – Audio Display Remote control (option) The display (2) shows the current function, Memory – Stores radio stations. To such as menu alternatives, messages, store a station: telephone numbers, or settings. –...
Page 204 Infotainment system Control panels, audio Direct the remote control towards the IR receiver (see illustration) that is located in the dashboard. NOTE! The remote control contains AAA batteries (R03). If the remote control does not work, first try replacing the batteries.
Page 205: Audio System Functions
Infotainment system Audio system functions – Press the AM/FM button repeatedly to scroll between FM1, FM2 and AM. The selected sound source is shown on the display. MD can only be chosen using the SELECTOR knob. On/Off switch – Audio Volume control Press the POWER button (1) to switch the Turn the knob (1) clockwise or anticlockwise...
Page 206 Infotainment system Audio system functions Volume control – TP/PTY/ three-channel stereo (3-CH) has been selected from the menu. NEWS/ALARM The level for Surround can only be set if If a CD or the like is playing when the radio Dolby Pro Logic II has been selected in the receives a traffic bulletin, the CD player is put menu.
Page 207 Infotainment system Audio system functions NOTE! If FM radio reception deteriorates then two or three channel stereo can provide better sound quality than surround sound. – Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. – Select SURROUND and press ENTER. –...
Page 208 Infotainment system Audio system functions – Select Equalizer FR and press ENTER. – Use the menu selection buttons or the SELECTOR knob to set the level. – Press ENTER to select the next frequency. You can select five frequencies. – Press ENTER until you come to menu mode to save any changes.
Page 209: Radio Functions
Infotainment system Radio functions – Release the button when the desired frequency shows in the display. – 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. Tuning Storing stations –...
Page 210 Infotainment system Radio functions You can store up to 10 stations each for AM, – AUTOSTORING is shown in the display FM1 and FM2, i.e. a total of 30 stations. and a number of strong stations (max. 10) from the set frequency band are now Radio Frequency band stored in the autostore memory.
Page 211 Infotainment system Radio functions correct frequency irrespective of the trans- If you press EXIT (1), the radio begins to play mitter to which the car occupants are the selected transmitter, but without updated listening or the active audio source (e.g. CD). RDS information.
Page 212: Radio Text
Infotainment system Radio functions information will only interrupt the sound source if TP))) is shown in the display. – If you do not wish to listen to a traffic bulletin, press the EXIT button. The TP function, however, remains active and the radio waits for the next traffic bulletin.
Page 213 Infotainment system Radio functions Alarm Shown on the Programme type Alarms are transmitted automatically and the display function cannot be deactivated. Current affairs CURRENT "Alarm!" is shown in the radio display when AFFAIRS an alarm message is sent. This function is Information INFORMATION used to warn motorists of major accidents...
Page 214 Infotainment system Radio functions first selection is made and the radio Shown on the Programme type continues in standby for PTY. display – Once you have selected all desired types, Country music COUNTRY MUSIC select EXIT/CLEAR to exit the PTY list. National music NATIONAL –...
Page 215 Infotainment system Radio functions News – NEWS STATION – Select AF and press ENTER. – To deactivate AF, select AF and press Here, you set from which station news is to ENTER. be heeded. Regional radio programme – Note that the set station in question must be an RDS station for this to work.
Page 216 Infotainment system Radio functions – Select LOCAL, DISTANT or OFF and press ENTER. Resetting RDS functions – RESET ALL This function restores all radio settings to the original factory settings. – Select RADIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER. –...
Page 217 Infotainment system CD/MD (option) Fast forward/reverse Press and hold down to search within a track or the whole disc. The search continues as long as the button is depressed. If you have a keypad in the steering wheel, you can also use the corresponding buttons. Random –...
Page 218 Infotainment system CD/MD (option) – If information is stored on the disc, it is shown in the display. – To deactivate the function, select DISCTEXT and press ENTER. MD eject If you press the button (1), the MD player stops and ejects the disc. CD eject If you press the button (2), the CD player stops and ejects the disc.
Page 219 Infotainment system CD changer (option) Changing tracks – Select SINGLE DISC or ALL DISCS for the player to randomly choose from one Press to skip to the next track or or all discs in the CD changer. skip to the previous track. The track number –...
Page 220 Infotainment system CD changer (option) For reasons of traffic safety, the ejected disc remains out for 12 seconds. If it is not taken care of, the function is interrupted. CD discs Using CD discs burned at home could result in poor or non-existent sound. Music CD discs complying with the ISO 60908 standard provide the best sound quality.
Page 221 Infotainment system Menu structure – Audio AM/FM Menu CD Menu (CD changer) 3. Distant 7. Reset All 1. Autostore 1. Random 7. Audio Settings 1. AST Search 1. Off 1. Dolby FM 2. AST Mode 2. Single Disc 1. Pro Logic II 2.
Page 222 Infotainment system Menu structure – Audio – Repeat steps 1-4 to store a new function for the button. My own shortcut button – MY KEY The MY KEY button (1) can be used to store your favourite menu functions, such as SCAN, AUTOSTORE or TP.
Page 223 Infotainment system Telephone (option)
Page 224: Emergency Calls
Infotainment system Telephone (option) Telephone system components General rules • Put traffic safety first! If as the driver you 1. Steering wheel keypad need to use the privacy handset, park the You can control the majority of telephone car in a safe place first. functions using the steering wheel keypad.
Page 225 Infotainment system Telephone functions Display SIM card holder ENTER – accept a call, make a menu Menu selection buttons selection or activate the telephone from Number/character buttons and menu standby mode shortcuts On/Off/Standby Seek – scroll forward or back when EXIT/CLEAR –...
Page 226: Standby Mode
5.5.3, page 231. Once you have used the menu button to Continuing with system in standby mode: This function only applies to the Volvo enter the menu system, you can use numbers – The telephone will continue in standby integrated telephone system.
Page 227: Making And Receiving Calls
Infotainment system Telephone functions Traffic safety Contact your network operator if you experience difficulties with the SIM card. For reasons of safety, parts of the telephone menu system cannot be accessed at speeds Making and receiving calls in excess of 8 km/h. You may only complete To call: menu system activities that have already –...
Page 228: Call Waiting
Infotainment system Telephone functions Press ENTER and replace the handset in – Search for the desired name or phone its cradle. If the handset is already number in the phone book. Press ENTER removed from its cradle when a call is to select.
Page 229: Phone Book
Infotainment system Telephone functions Phone book Secret mode/ Secret mode Secret mode Telephone numbers and names can be stored in either the telephone memory or the SIM card memory. Hold/Resume Choose if the call is to be parked or resumed. If the number of the person calling is found in Handset/ Use the handset or...
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Page 231 Infotainment system Telephone functions Specifications Output SIM card Small, 3 V Memory entries (Short Message Service) Data/Fax Dualband Yes (900/ 1800) 1. The telephone memory contains 255 positions. The number of SIM card memory positions varies depending on your subscription. Double SIM cards IMEI number Many network operators offer double SIM...
Page 232 Infotainment system Menu settings and options – Telephone 1. Call log – CALL 3.5. Empty SIM 5.2.11. Português P 1.1. Missed calls 3.6. Empty telephone 5.2.12. Suomi 1.2. Received calls 3.7. Memory status 5.2.13. Svenska 1.3. Outgoing calls Call options 5.3.
Page 233 Infotainment system Menu settings and options – Telephone 1. Call log Resetting the call timer requires the 3.2. Search telephone code (see Menu 5.5). 1.1. Missed calls 3.3. Copy all A list of missed calls is shown here. You can Copy telephone numbers and names from 2.
Page 234 Infotainment system Menu settings and options – Telephone 4.2. Call waiting 5.2. Language NOTE! Make a note of your code as save it in Choose whether or not you want to be Here you can choose which language the a safe place. alerted during a phone call that there is telephone is to display.
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Page 236: Technical Data
Technical data Type designation Dimensions and weights Engine specifications Engine oil Other fluids and lubricants Fuel Catalytic converter Electrical system...
Page 237: Technical Data
Technical data Type designation Whenever contacting your Volvo dealer and when ordering spare parts and accessories for your car, it makes things easier if you know your car’s type designation, vehicle identification number and engine number. Engine type designation, component and serial number.
Page 238: Dimensions And Weights
Technical data Dimensions and weights Dimensions Length: 480 cm Width: 190 cm Height: 178 cm Wheelbase: 286 cm Front track: 163 cm Rear track: 162 cm Variant 1 Weights Only China The kerb weight includes the driver, the fuel Max. total weight tank 90 % full and all fluids such as washer Maximum trailer weight fluid and coolant.
Page 239: Engine Specifications
Technical data Engine specifications Specification Engine designation 2.5T V8 AWD D5 AWD B5254T2 B6294T B8444S D5244T4 Output (kW/rps) 154/83 200/85 232/98 136/67 (hp/rpm) 210/5000 272/5100 315/5850 185/4000 Torque (Nm/rps) 320/25-75 380/30-83 440/65 400/33-46 (kpm/rpm) 32.6/1500- 38.8/1800- 44.9/3900 40.8/2000- 4500 5000 2750 No.
Page 240: Engine Oil
If an oil other than that prescribed has • in mountainous regions. been used, contact the local authorised • at high speeds. Volvo workshop immediately for service. • in temperatures colder than -30 °C or Do not use extra oil additives. They could hotter than +40 °C.
Page 241 Technical data Engine oil When the oil decal shown alongside here is in the car’s engine compartment, the following applies. See location on page 236. Oil grade: ACEA A1/B1 Viscosity: SAE 5W–30 When driving under adverse conditions, use ACEA A5/B5 SAE 0W-30. Oil decal Capacities Volume between...
Page 242 Technical data Engine oil When the oil decal shown alongside here is in the car’s engine compartment, the following applies. See location on page 236. Oil grade: ACEA A5/B5 Viscosity: SAE 0W–30 Oil decal Capacities Volume between Volume Engine variant MIN –...
Page 243: Other Fluids And Lubricants
IMPORTANT! The recommended transmission fluid must be used to prevent damage to the gearbox. Do not mix with any other transmission fluid. If the transmission is topped up with a different fluid, contact an authorised Volvo workshop for servicing. Fluid...
Page 244 Technical data Fuel Consumption, emissions Emissions of Tank Consumption carbon dioxide Engine Gearbox volume 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) B6294T Automatic gearbox (GM4T65) 12.7 V8 AWD B8444S Automatic gearbox (TF-80SC) 13.3(13.5) 317(322)
Page 245 Technical data Fuel Fuel consumption and emissions Petrol of carbon dioxide Most engines can be run with octane ratings of 91, 95 and 98 RON. Official fuel consumption figures are based on a standard driving cycle in accordance • 91 RON must not be used in 4 cylinder with EU Directive 80/1268 comb.
Page 246: Catalytic Converter
Technical data Catalytic converter An oxygen sensor monitors the oxygen content of the exhaust gases leaving the engine. This value is fed into an electronic system that continuously controls the injectors. The ratio of air to fuel is continu- ously adjusted. These adjustments create optimal conditions for efficient combustion, and together with the three-way catalytic converter reduce harmful emissions (hydro-...
Page 247: Electrical System
Technical data Electrical system General 12 V system with a voltage-regulated alternator. Single pole system in which the chassis and engine block are used as conductors. The negative terminal is connected to the chassis. Battery Performance Engine V8 AWD 2.5T D5 AWD Voltage 12 V...
Page 248 Technical data Electrical system Bulbs Lighting Output W Socket 1. Main beam/dipped beam 2. Bi-Xenon 3. Fog lamp, front 4. Front position lamps, front parking lamps, front W 2.1 x 9.5d side marker lamps, number plate lighting, rear courtesy lighting 5.
Page 249 Technical data...
Page 250 Alphabetical index Booster cushion, integrated ......32 Colour code, paint ........166 Brake fluid .............177 Condensation ..........173 ABS ..............45 Brake system ..........45 Control panels, audio ......... 199 Adaptive system ........... 118 Bulbs ..............182 Coolant ............176 Additional heater ..........77 Courtesy lighting .........
Page 251 Alphabetical index Environmental philosophy ....... 3 EON ............... 215 Handbrake ............58 Kerb weight ..........237 Equalizer ............207 Hazard warning flashers ....... 51 Key ..............100 Expectant mothers .........11 Head restraints, rear ........91 Kick-down ............. 118 Headlamp levelling ........52 Headlamp pattern ........140 Fan ..............71 Headlamp washer ..........
Page 252 Alphabetical index Service programme ........170 Shortcuts, telephone ........225 Odometer ............43 Radio text ............211 Side airbags ............19 Oil filter ............174 Rain sensor ............. 54 Side direction indicators ......185 Oil grade ............240 Random ..........216, 218 Side indicator lamp ........185 Oil pressure .............45 RDS ..............210 Side lamps ............
Page 253 Telephone functions ........224 Volume control, programme types ...205 Telephone system, overview ..... 223 Volume reduction, telephone call .....225 Temperature gauge ........43 Volvo Car Corporation and Temporary spare .......... 152 the environment ..........3 Timer ..............70 Towbar ............132 Towing ............127 Wading ............112...
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