key VOLVO XC90 2009 Owner´s Manual

Contents
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03
03 ClimateClimate control system – general informa-
tion............................................................ 90
Air distribution........................................... 92
Electronic climate control (ECC)............... 93
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04 InteriorFront seats.............................................. 100
Rear seats............................................... 103
Interior lighting........................................ 106
Storage compartments........................... 108
Securing cargo........................................ 112
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05 Locks and alarmKeys and remote controls....................... 118
Locking and unlocking............................ 122
Child safety locks.................................... 124
Alarm....................................................... 125

IntroductionGeneral information
10
ShiftlockWhen your vehicle is parked, the gear selector
is locked in the P (Park) position. To release the
selector from this position, turn the ignition key
to position II (or start the engine), depress the
brake pedal, press the button on the front side
of the gear selector and move the selector from
P (Park).KeylockWhen you switch off the ignition, the gear
selector must be in the (P)ark position before
the key can be removed from the ignition
switch.Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)The ABS system in your vehicle performs a
self-diagnostic test when the vehicle first rea-
ches the speed of approximately 12 mph
(20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several
times and a sound may be audible from the
ABS control module. This is normal.Fuel filler doorPress the button on the light switch panel when
the car is at a standstill to open the fuel filler
door.Fuel filler capAfter refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turn-
ing it clockwise until it clicks into place. If this
cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is run-
ning when the vehicle is refueled, the Malfunc-tion Indicator Lamp ("Check Engine" light) will
illuminate.
Important information•
Before you operate your vehicle for the first
time, please familiarize yourself with the
new-engine oil consumption information
on page 209. You should also be familiar
with the information in chapters one, two
and eight of this manual.
•
Information contained in the balance of the
manual is extremely useful and should be
read after operating the vehicle for the first
time.
•
The manual is structured so that it can be
used for reference. For this reason, it
should be kept in the vehicle for ready
access.
•
Do not export your Volvo to another coun-
try before investigating that country's
applicable safety and exhaust emission
requirements. In some cases it may be dif-
ficult or impossible to comply with these
requirements. Modifications to the emis-
sion control system(s) may render your
Volvo not certifiable for legal operation in
the U.S., Canada and other countries.
•
All information, illustrations and specifica-
tions contained in this manual are based on
the latest product information available at
the time of publication. Please note that
some vehicles may be equipped differ-ently, depending on special legal require-
ments. Optional equipment described in
this manual may not be available in all mar-
kets.al may not be available in all markets.
•
Volvo reserves the right to make model
changes at any time, or to change specifi-
cations or design without notice and with-
out incurring obligation.WARNING
If your vehicle is involved in an accident,
unseen damage may affect your vehicle's
drivability and safety.

01 SafetySupplemental Restraint System
0120
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
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SRS warning lightAs an enhancement to the three-point seat
belts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supple-
mental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRS
consists of seat belt pretensioners, front air-
bags, side impact airbags, the occupant
weight sensor, and inflatable curtains. All of
these systems are monitored by the SRS con-
trol module. An SRS warning light in the instru-
ment panel (see the illustration) illuminates
when the ignition key is turned to position I,II,
orIII, and will normally go out after approxi-
mately 7 seconds if no faults are detected in
the system.
Where applicable, a text message
will also be displayed when the SRS warning
light illuminates. If this warning symbol is not
functioning properly, the general warning sym-
bol illuminates and a text message will be dis-
played.
WARNING
•
If the SRS warning light stays on after
the engine has started or if it illuminates
while you are driving, have the vehicle
inspected by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician as soon as
possible.
•
Never try to repair any component or
part of the SRS yourself. Any interfer-
ence in the system could cause mal-
function and serious injury. All work on
these systems should be performed by
an authorized Volvo service technician.
WARNING
If your vehicle has been subjected to flood
conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standing
water on the floor of the vehicle) or if your
vehicle has become flood-damaged in any
way, do not attempt to start the vehicle or
put the key in the ignition before discon-
necting the battery (see below). This may
cause airbag deployment which could result
in personal injury. Have the vehicle towed to
a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician for repairs.
Automatic transmission:
Before attempting to tow the vehicle, use
the following procedure to override the
shiftlock system to move the gear selector
to the neutral position:
1. Switch off the ignition for at least
10 minutes and disconnect the battery.
2. Wait at least one minute.
3. Insert the key in the ignition and turn it
to position II
4. Press firmly on the brake pedal.
5.
Move the gear selector from P (Park) to
theN(Neutral) position.

02 Instruments and controls
Instrument panel
02``55
Gear and driving mode indicator – The cur-
rently selected driving mode is displayed
here. If you use the Geartronic function on
the automatic transmission, the currently
selected gear will be displayed.Ambient temperature gauge – This display
indicates the air temperature outside your
vehicle. A "snowflake" symbol in the text
window is displayed when the temperature
is in the range of 23 – 36 °F (–5 – +2 °C).
Please note that this symbol does not indi-
cate a fault with your vehicle. At low
speeds or when the vehicle is not moving,
the temperature readings may be slightly
higher than the actual ambient tempera-
ture.Clock/set button – Turn the button to set
the clock.Fuel gauge – see page 265 for fuel tank
volume. When the warning light in the
gauge comes on, the vehicle should be
refueled as soon as possible. The trip com-
puter section (see page 71) provides
more information on fuel level and con-
sumption.Indicator and warning symbols – The indi-
cator and warning symbols
1light up when
you turn the ignition key to the driving posi-
tion (position II) before starting.
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This shows that the symbols are functioning.
When the engine starts, all symbols go out. If
the engine is not started within 5 seconds, all
symbols except CHECK ENGINE and
go out. Certain symbols may not
have their functions illustrated, depending on
the vehicle's equipment. The symbol for the
parking brake goes out when the parking brake
is released.
Warning symbol in center of the
instrument panel
This symbol shines as a red or yel-
low light depending on the severity
of the discovered fault.
Red symbol – Stop the vehicle as soon as
possible in a suitable location and read the
message shown in the text window. The sym-
bol and accompanying text will remain on until
the fault has been corrected.
Yellow symbol – Follow the instructions
shown in the text window. The text can be
erased by pressing the READ button (see
page 58), or will disappear automatically after
two minutes.
NOTE
When the message
TIME FOR REGULAR
SERVICE
is displayed, the text can be
erased and the yellow symbol light can be
turned off by pressing the READ button.
The text will disappear and the symbol light
will go out automatically after two minutes.
1On certain engines, the symbol for low oilpressure is not used. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see page 209.

02 Instruments and controls
Center console controls
0261
NOTE
If the door mirrors have been inadvertently
pushed out of position (in a car wash, park-
ing lot, etc.) manually return them to normal
position. If mirror adjustment does not seem
to operate after manual folding, reset the
folding mirrors as follows:•
Turn the ignition key to position II.
•
Manually fold the mirror(s) to the normal
position.
•
Press the button to fold both mirrors in.
•
Press the button again to fold the mir-
rors out to their normal position.
Park Assist (option/accessory as
available)
This system provides an audi-
ble warning when the vehicle is
being parked or if it is driven
close to a person or object. For
more information see
page 147.
NOTE
The system activates automatically when
the engine is started, and can be deacti-
vated by pressing this button (e.g. when
towing a trailer) or reactivated if necessary.
Auxiliary lights
This button is used to switch on
auxiliary lights (if installed). A
light in the button will light up to
indicate that the auxiliary lights
are illuminated.
12 volt socket
This 12 volt socket can be used
to plug in certain accessories
such as cellular telephones,
etc. The ignition key must be in
position I (or higher) for the aux-
iliary socket to function.
NOTE
The auxiliary sockets can also be used for
cigarette lighters, which are available as
accessories at your Volvo retailer.Power child locks (option)
For more information on this
function, see page 124.

02 Instruments and controls
Lighting panel
02``
*Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
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Headlight/parking light switchFront fog lightsRear fog lightInstrument panel lightingFuel filler door unlock button
Parking lightsThe front and rear parking lights can be turned
on even when the ignition is switched off.•
Turn switch (1) to position
.
The license plate lights also illuminate when the
parking lights are switched on.
Headlights1.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. The low beam headlights (daytime running
lights) illuminate automatically, except
when the light switch (1) is in position
1.
For information on switching between high and
low beams, see page 66.
NOTE
Active Bi-Xenon
Ÿ headlights*: Turn the
headlight switch to position 0 to activate a
daylight sensor, which automatically
switches the low beams on or off, depend-
ing on ambient light conditions. When driv-
ing in daylight, the headlights will switch off
and the daytime running lights will come on.
In darkness, the daytime running lights will
switch off and the Active Bi-Xenon
Ÿ head-
lights will switch on.
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Active Bi-Xenon
Ÿ headlight beams
1On Canadian models, the daytime running lights will remain on with the light switch in this position.

02 Instruments and controlsLighting panel
0264
Active Bi-Xenon
Ÿ headlights (ABL)—
option
When the ABL function is activated, the head-
light beams adjust laterally to help light up a
curve according to movements of the steering
wheel (see the right-pointing beam in the illus-
tration).
This function is activated automatically when
the engine is started and can be deactivated/
reactivated by pressing the ABL button (see
page 60.Fog lightsFront fog lights (option)The front fog lights can be used in combination
with either the headlights or the parking lights.•
Turn the ignition key to position II.
•
Press button (2) to turn on the front fog
lights.
An indicator light in the button illuminates when
the front fog lights are on.
Rear fog lightThe single rear fog light is located in the driver's
side of the vehicle.
The rear fog light will only function in combi-
nation with the high/low beam headlights or the
optional front fog lights.
•
Turn the ignition key to position II.
•
Press button (3) to turn on the rear fog light.
An indicator light in the button illuminates when
the rear fog light is on.NOTE
The rear fog light is considerably brighter
than the normal tail lights and should be
used only when conditions such as fog, rain,
snow, smoke or dust reduce visibility for
other vehicles to less than 500 ft.
(150 meters).Instrument panel lightingThe instrument panel lighting illuminates when
the ignition key is in position II and the light
switch (1) is in either position
or
.
•
Move the thumb wheel (4) up to increase
brightness or down to decrease bright-
ness.
Unlocking the fuel filler doorPress button (5) when the vehicle is at a stand-
still to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note
that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until
the vehicle begins to move forward. An audible
click will be heard when the fuel filler door
relocks.
NOTE
If the fuel filler door does not unlock after the
button has been pressed, drive the vehicle
at a speed of at least 5 mph (8 km/h), stop
the vehicle, and press the button again.For information on unlocking the fuel filler door
manually, see page 65.

02 Instruments and controlsLeft-side steering wheel lever
0266
Lever positions
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Turn signals, lane change positionTurn signals, position for normal turnsHigh beam flashToggle between high and low beams,
Home Safe lighting
Turn signalsWhen turningMove the lever as far up or down as possible
(to position 2) to start the turn signals. The turn
signals will be cancelled automatically by the
movement of the steering wheel, or the lever
can be returned to its initial position by hand.When changing lanesThe driver can automatically flash the turn sig-
nals 3 times by:•
Moving the turn signal lever up or down to
position (1) and releasing it.
•
Moving the lever up or down to position (2)
and immediately back to its original posi-
tion.NOTE
•
This automatic flashing sequence can
be interrupted by immediately moving
the lever in the opposite direction.
•
If the turn signal indicator flashes faster
than normal, check for a burned-out
turn signal bulb.
High/low beam headlightsContinuous high beams1.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. With the light switch (1) in position
, (see page 63) pull the turn signal
lever toward the steering wheel (position 4)
to toggle between high and low beams
(this also applies on models equipped with
the optional Active Bi-Xenon
Ÿ headlights).
High beam flash1.
Turn the ignition key to position II.
2. Pull the turn signal lever to position (3). The
high beams will remain on until the lever is
released.Home safe lightingWhen you leave your vehicle at night, you can
make use of the home safe lighting function to
illuminate the area in front of the vehicle.
1. Remove the key from the ignition switch.
2. Pull the direction indicator lever as far as
possible towards the steering wheel (to
position 4) and release it.
3. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors.
The headlights and parking lights will illuminate
and remain on for 30
1, 60 or 90 seconds. The
1Factory setting

02 Instruments and controls
Right-side steering wheel lever
0269 Tailgate wiper/washer
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Intermittent wiping: Press the upper
section of the switch Neutral position: The wiper is switched
off Normal (continuous) wiping: Press the
lower section of the switch
Move the lever forward to start the tailgate
washer. After washing the rear window, the
wiper will make several additional sweeps.
Tailgate wiper and reverse gearIf the front wipers are on and the transmission
is put into reverse gear, the tailgate wiper will
go into intermittent wiping function
1.
If the tailgate wiper is already in normal wiping
function, the normal wiping function will con-
tinue.
Rain sensor (option)The rain sensor automatically regulates wiper
speed according to the amount of water on the
windshield.
Thesensitivity of the sensor can be adjusted
by twisting ring 1 up (the wipers will sweep the
windshield more frequently) or down (the wip-
ers will sweep the windshield less frequently).Activating the rain sensor:1. Turn the ignition key to at least position I
and put the windshield wiper lever in posi-
tion0.
2. Press button (2).
> A light in the button will light up to indi-
cate that the rain sensor is active.Deactivating the rain sensor:•
Press button (2).
or
•
Move the windshield wiper lever down to
another position. Moving the lever up will
not deactivate the rain sensor. Doing so
will cause the wipers to sweep the wind-
shield until the lever is released, at which
time the wipers return to rain sensor mode.
The rain sensor is also deactivated when the
key is removed from the ignition.CAUTION
The rain sensor should be deactivated when
washing the vehicle in an automatic car
wash, etc. If the rain sensor function is left
on, the wipers will start inadvertently in the
car wash and could be damaged.
1Consult your Volvo retailer if you would like to have this function deactivated.

02 Instruments and controls
12-volt sockets
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These 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in
certain accessories such as cellular tele-
phones, etc.
The ignition key must be in at least position I
for the sockets in the front seat and the optional
socket at the rear of the center console to func-
tion.
12-volt socket in the cargo compartment
Fold down the lid to use the socket. This socket
can be used even if the ignition is switched off.
NOTE
•
If the 12-volt sockets are used while the
engine is not running, there is a risk that
the vehicle's battery will be discharged.
•
If the ignition is switched off and a
device drawing more than 0.1 A is con-
nected to a socket, a battery warning
will be displayed in the text window.
•
The covers should be kept on when the
auxiliary sockets are not in use.
•
Maximum current from the sockets is
15 A.
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12-volt socket at the rear of the center console
(option)Ashtrays/cigarette lighterThe auxiliary sockets can also be used for cig-
arette lighters.
Ashtrays and lighters are available as acces-
sories. Please contact your Volvo retailer.
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12-volt socket in the cargo compartment