engine VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE 2018 Owners Manual
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610Engine oil
For the recommended service intervals and war-
ranties to be applied, an approved engine oil
must be used. Volvo recommends: If the engine oil is not checked regularly and the
level becomes low, this could cause serious
engine damage.
CAUTION
To satisfy the requirements for the engine's
service intervals, all engines are factory-filled
with a specially adapted synthetic engine oil.
Great care has been put into the choice of oil,
with consideration given to service life, starta-
bility, fuel consumption and environmental
impact.
For the recommended service intervals to
apply, an approved engine oil must be used.
Only use the prescribed oil grade to top off or
change the oil. Otherwise, there is a risk of
the vehicle's service life, startability, fuel con-
sumption and environmental impact being
affected.
Failure to use engine oil of the prescribed
grade and viscosity could cause damage to
engine-related components. Volvo Car Corpo-
ration disclaims warranty liability for such type
of damage.
Volvo recommends entrusting oil changes to
an authorized Volvo workshop.
Volvo uses different systems to warn if the oil
level is too low/high or the oil pressure is low. On
engine variants with an oil pressure sensor, awarning symbol is displayed in the instrument
panel when oil pressure is low . On engine
variants with an oil level sensor, the warn-
ing symbol in the instrument panel and display
messages are used to alert the driver. Some
engine variants have both systems. Contact a
Volvo retailer for more information.
Change the engine oil and oil filter according to
the schedule specified in the Warranty and Main-
tenance Records Information booklet. Oils of a
higher grade than that specified may be used. If
the vehicle is driven in adverse conditions, Volvo
recommends using an oil with a higher grade
than that specified.
Related information
• Checking and filling engine oil (p. 611)
• Engine oil specifications (p. 662)
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Checking and filling engine oil
The engine oil level is monitored by an electronic
oil level sensor. Filler pipe
12
.
It may be necessary to top up engine oil between
regularly scheduled services.
No action is necessary with regard to engine oil
level until a message appears in the instrument
panel.
WARNING If this symbol is shown together
with the message
Engine oil level
Service required, visit a workshop – an authorized Volvo workshop is
recommended. The oil level may be too high.
CAUTION If this symbol is shown together
with a message about low oil level,
for example
Engine oil level low
Refill 1 liter, fill only with the indi-
cated volume, e.g. 1 liter (1 quart).
WARNING Do not spill oil on the hot exhaust pipes as
this could cause a fire.
Viewing oil level in the center displayThe oil level can be viewed using the electronic
oil level gauge in the center display once the
vehicle has been started. The oil level should be
checked regularly.
1.
Open the Car status app from App view in
the center display.
2. Tap Status to display the oil level. Oil level graphic in the center display.NOTE
The system cannot directly detect changes
when the oil is filled or drained. The vehicle
must have been driven approximately 30 km
(20 miles) and have been stationary
5 minutes on a level surface and with the
engine off before the correct oil level will be
displayed.
12
Engines with an electronic oil level sensor do not have a dipstick.
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NOTE
If the conditions for measuring oil level are
not properly fulfilled (time after engine shut-
down, vehicle inclination, ambient tempera-
ture, etc.) the message
No value available
will be shown in the center display. This does
not mean that anything is wrong in the vehi-
cle systems.
Related information
• Engine oil (p. 610)
• Engine oil specifications (p. 662)
• Ignition modes (p. 427)
• Vehicle status (p. 602) Refilling coolant
Coolant helps keep the combustion engine at
the right operating temperature. The heat trans-
ferred from the engine to the coolant can be
used to warm the passenger compartment.
When refilling coolant, follow the instructions on
the package. Never fill the cooling system with
only water. The risk of freezing is increased with
too low or too high amounts of coolant.
If there is coolant under the vehicle, smoke from
the cooling system, or if more than 2 liters (about
2 quarts) of coolant has been added to the sys-
tem, there could be something wrong with the
cooling system and starting the vehicle could
damage the engine. Call a tow truck and do not
attempt to start the engine.
WARNING The coolant may be very hot. Never unscrew
the cap when the coolant is hot. If coolant
must be filled, unscrew the expansion tank
cap slowly to relieve overpressure. Coolant expansion tank.
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* Option/accessory. 613Lift the rubber strip by pressing it inward into
the engine compartment.
Remove the plastic cover by folding out the
catch and lifting the cover upward.
Unscrew the expansion tank cap and fill
coolant as needed. The level should be
between the MIN and MAX marks on the
expansion tank.
CAUTION •
Mix the coolant with water of acceptable
quality. If you are unsure of the quality of
the water, use a Volvo-recommended
premixed coolant.
• Make sure the coolant mixture is 50%
water and 50% coolant.
• Only use coolants with corrosion protec-
tion recommended by Volvo.
• To help ensure sufficient corrosion pro-
tection in the system, only use new cool-
ant when replacing larger components in
the cooling system.
• Never run the engine unless the cooling
system is properly filled. An improperly
filled cooling system could lead to high
temperatures and cracks in the cylinder
heads.
• High levels of chlorine, chlorides and
other salts may cause corrosion in the
cooling system.
Related information
•Engine compartment overview (p. 609)
• Coolant specifications (p. 663) Replacing bulbs
Halogen headlights are not available on all mod-
els and markets. Contact a Volvo retailer for
more information.
LED 13
bulbs must be replaced by a workshop.
An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
NOTE For information on lights not mentioned in
this article, contact a Volvo dealer or a certi-
fied Volvo service technician.
NOTE
Exterior lighting such as headlights and tail-
lights may develop temporary condensation
on the inside of the lens. This is normal. All
exterior lighting is designed to resist this.
Condensation is normally vented out of the
lamp housing once the light has been lit for
some period of time.
NOTE
Bulbs for active curve lighting* contain traces
of mercury and should therefore always be
submitted to a certified Volvo service techni-
cian. 13
LED (Ligth Emitting Diode)
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Start battery
The vehicle has a single-pole electrical system
that uses the chassis and engine mount as con-
ductors.
The start battery is used to start the electrical
system and power electrical equipment in the
vehicle. The hybrid battery is used to start the
combustion engine.
The start battery should only be replaced by a
workshop 15
.
The start battery is a 12 V AGM (Absorbed Glass
Mat) battery, dimensioned for regenerative charg-
ing and to support the function of the vehicle's
various systems.
The service life and performance of the start bat-
tery are affected by factors such as driving style,
driving conditions, climate, battery discharges,
number of starts, etc.
• Never disconnect the start battery while the
engine is running.
• Make sure the cables to the start battery are
correctly connected and the clamps are
securely tightened.
WARNING •
Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which
is flammable and explosive.
• Do not connect the jumper cable to any
part of the fuel system or to any moving
parts. Avoid touching hot manifolds.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do not
allow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin,
fabrics or painted surfaces.
• If contact occurs, flush the affected area
immediately with water. Obtain medical
help immediately if eyes are affected.
• Never expose the battery to open flame
or electric spark. Do not smoke near the
battery. Failure to follow the instructions
for jump starting can lead to injury.
Connection points
WARNING PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Battery posts, terminals, and related accesso-
ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi-
cals known to the state of California to cause
cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands
after handling.Use the vehicle's connection points in the engine
compartment to connect an external start battery
or battery charger.
The battery terminals on the car's starter battery
in the luggage/cargo area must not be used.
Positive connection point
Negative connection point
CAUTION
It is not possible to charge another vehicle's
battery by means of current through the
charging points. Using the charging points to
charge another vehicle's battery could cause
a fuse to blow, which would cause the charg-
ing points to stop working.
15
An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
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Hybrid battery
The vehicle's electric motor is powered by a
rechargeable, maintenance-free, lithium-ion
hybrid battery.
NOTE The vehicle cannot be started if the hybrid
battery is discharged.
NOTE
If both the starter battery and the hybrid bat-
tery are discharged, both batteries must be
charged. In such cases, it is not possible to
charge only the hybrid battery first.
The starter battery must have a certain level
of charge for it to be possible to charge the
hybrid battery.
WARNING
Hybrid battery replacement may only be per-
formed by a workshop – an authorized Volvo
workshop is recommended.
CoolantThe hybrid battery's cooling system has its own
expansion tank.
CAUTION Filling the hybrid battery coolant should only
be performed by a workshop – an authorized
Volvo workshop is recommended.
SpecificationsType: Lithium-ion
Power reserve: 10.4 kWh.
NOTE
The capacity of the hybrid battery decreases
with age and use, which could result in
increased use of the combustion engine,
leading to higher fuel consumption and
reduced electric motor range.
Related information
•
Battery symbols (p. 620)
• Start battery (p. 615)
• Charging the hybrid battery (p. 407)
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621
Location of fuseboxesThe illustration is generic - appearance may vary accord-
ing to vehicle model.
Engine compartment
Under the glove compartment
Trunk/cargo compartment
Related information
•
Replacing fuses (p. 621)
• Fuses in the cargo compartment (p. 629)
• Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 622)
• Fuses under the glove compartment
(p. 626) Replacing fuses
All electrical functions and components are pro-
tected by a number of fuses in order to protect
the vehicle's electrical system from damage by
short circuiting or overloading.
1. Refer to the fuse diagram to locate the fuse.
2.
Pull out the fuse and examine it from the
side to determine if the curved metal wire in
the fuse is intact.
3. If the wire is broken, replace the fuse with a new fuse of the same color and amperage.
WARNING Never use a foreign object or a fuse with a
higher amperage than that specified to
replace a fuse. This could cause significant
damage to the electrical system and possibly
lead to a fire.
WARNING
Contact an authorized Volvo workshop for
assistance replacing fuses not listed in the
Owner's Manual. If performed incorrectly, sig-
nificant damage can be caused to the electri-
cal system.
Related information
•
Fuses and fuseboxes (p. 620)
• Fuses in the cargo compartment (p. 629) •
Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 622)
• Fuses under the glove compartment
(p. 626)
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622Fuses in the engine compartment
The fuses in the engine compartment help pro-
tect electrical components such as engine and
brake functions.
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* Option/accessory.
624 Function
AA 12 V outlet in trunk/cargo com-
partment*
USB ports for iPad holders
C15 –
––
––
––
–Heated windshield*, left side
ShuntHeated windshield*, left side
40Headlight washers*
25Windshield washer
25–
–Horn
20Alarm siren*
5Brake system control module
(valves, parking brake)
40Wipers
30Rear window washer
25 Function
AA Heated windshield*, right side
40 Parking heater*
20 Brake system control module
(ABS pump)
40 –
– Heated windshield*, right side
Shunt Fed when ignition is on: Engine
control module; transmission
components, electrical power
steering, central electrical mod-
ule
5 Exterior vehicle sound (certain
markets)
5 Right-side headlight
7.5
Right-side headlight, some mod-
els with LED D 15 –
– –
– –
– Airbags
5 Function
AA Left-side headlight
7.5
Left-side headlight, some mod-
els with LED D 15 Accelerator pedal sensor
5 Transmission control module;
gear selector control module
15 Engine control module
5 –
– –
– –
– –
– Engine control module; actuator;
throttle unit; turbo-charger valve
20 Solenoids; valve; engine cooling
system thermostat
10 Vacuum regulators; valve 7.5
Spoiler shutter control module;
radiator shutter control module
5 –
–
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AA Heated oxygen sensor, front;
heated oxygen sensor, rear
15Oil pump solenoid; A/C mag-
netic coupling; heated oxygen
sensor (center)
15–
–Engine control module
20Ignition coils; spark plugs 15
–
––
–Transmission oil pump control
module
30Vacuum pump control module 40
Transmission actuator
25–
––
––
–A
Ampere
B Not Excellence
C Excellence
D LED (Light Emitting Diode)
Related information
• Fuses and fuseboxes (p. 620)
• Replacing fuses (p. 621)