Tire Sealing System - Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual

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Tire Sealing System

Introduction
Certain models are equipped with a tire seal-
ing system* that enables you to temporarily
seal a hole in the tread surface and re-inflate
a flat tire, or to adjust a tire's inflation pres-
sure.
The system consists of an air compressor, a
container for the sealing compound, wiring to
connect the system to the vehicle's electrical
system via one of the 12-volt sockets, and a
hose used to connect the system to the tire's
inflation valve.
NOTE
The tire sealing system's compressor has
been tested and approved by Volvo.
The 12-volt sockets are located on the rear
side of the center console (in the rear seat)
and in the cargo area.
Accessing the tire sealing system
The tire sealing system is stowed under the
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floor of the cargo area. To access it:
1. Fold up or remove any protective floor
covering or carpet.
2. Open the floor hatch.
3. Lift out the tire sealing system.
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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
NOTE
•
The tire sealing system is only
intended to seal holes on the tire's
tread area, not the sidewall.
•
Tires with large holes or tears cannot
be repaired with the tire sealing sys-
tem.
•
After use, stow the tire sealing system
properly to help prevent rattling.
WARNING
•
After using the tire sealing system, the
vehicle should not be driven farther
than approximately 120 miles (200
km).
•
Have the tire inspected by a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician
as soon as possible to determine if it
can be permanently repaired or must
be replaced.
•
The vehicle should not be driven faster
than 50 mph (80 km/h) while using a
tire that has been temporarily repaired
with the tire sealing system.
•
After using the tire sealing system,
drive carefully and avoid abrupt steer-
ing maneuvers and sudden stops.
Tire sealing system–overview
Speed limit sticker (on the rear side of the
compressor)
On/Off switch
Electrical wire
Bottle holder (orange cover)
Protective hose cover
Air pressure release knob
Hose
Bottle with sealing compound
Air pressure gauge