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Start and lock system type designations259
DRIVER SUPPORT
Driver support systems262
Adjustable steering force262
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)263
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)sport mode264
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)symbols and messages265
Roll stability control (RSC)267
Speed limiter (SL)*267
Starting and activating the SpeedLimiter (SL)*268
Changing a Speed Limiter (SL)*maximum speed269
Automatic Speed Limiter (ASL)*269
Activating/deactivating theAutomatic Speed Limiter (ASL)*271
Changing tolerance for theAutomatic Speed Limiter271
Deactivating/reactivating the SpeedLimiter*272
Turning the Speed Limiter* off273
Cruise Control (CC)274
Starting and activating Cruise Control274
Changing Cruise Control speed275
Deactivating/resuming CruiseControl (CC)276
Turning Cruise Control off277

Switching between Cruise Controland Adaptive Cruise Control*278
Distance Alert*279
Using Distance Alert*280
Distance Alert* limitations281
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)*281
Starting and activating AdaptiveCruise Control (ACC)*284
Deactivating/resuming AdaptiveCruise Control (ACC)285
Changing Adaptive Cruise Control(ACC) speed287
Setting an Adaptive Cruise Controltime interval288
Passing Assistance with AdaptiveCruise Control or Pilot Assist-2289
Changing target vehicles and auto-matic braking with Adaptive CruiseControl (ACC)
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Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) -troubleshooting291
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) - limi-tations292
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) sym-bols and messages293
Pilot Assist*295
Pilot Assist-1*295
Starting and activating Pilot Assist-1*298

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INFOTAINMENT
The infotainment system432
Apps (applications)432
Sound settings433
Radio434
Radio settings434
RBDS radio434
Changing and searching for radiostations435
HD Radio™reception436
Switching HD Radio on and off437
HD Radio sub-channels438
HD Radio limitations439
SiriusXM® Satellite radio*439
Using SiriusXM® Satellite radio radio*440
SiriusXM® Satellite radio* settings442
SiriusXM Travel Link*443
SiriusXM Travel Link - Weather444
SiriusXM Travel Link - Alerts446
SiriusXM Travel Link - Fuel446
SiriusXM Travel Link - Sports448
Phone448
Pairing a cell phone449
Connecting/disconnecting a cell phone451
Handling phone calls452

Handling text messages453
Phone settings454
Text message settings454
Connecting a Bluetooth® device455
Connecting a device via theAUX/USB socket455
Media player455
Apple CarPlay456
Apple CarPlay settings458
CD (media) player*459
Playing media459
Media searches461
Playing media through theAUX/USB sockets462
Streaming media through a Blue-tooth connection462
Media sound settings463
Gracenote463
Video464
Media player technical data464
Internet connected vehicle466
Connecting to the Internet466
Bluetooth settings468
Downloading, updating and uninstal-ling apps468
Internet connection troubleshooting469

Tethering (Wi-Fi sharing)470
Deleting Wi-Fi networks471
Wi-Fi technology and security471
Vehicle modem settings471
Infotainment system license information472
Terms, conditions and confidentiality476

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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SymbolExplanation
Left/right turn signals
Both turn signal indicators willflash when the hazard warningflashers are being used.
Forward lights
Active Bending Lights (ABL)
This symbol will illuminate if thereis a fault in the ABL system or ifany other fault is detected in theheadlight system.
Automatic/active high beamson
The symbol will be blue when theautomatic high beams are on.
Automatic/active high beamsoffThe symbol will be white whenthe automatic high beams are off.
High beam indicator
The symbol will illuminate whenthe high beams are on or whenhigh beam flash is being used.
SymbolExplanation
Automatic/active high beamson
The symbol will be blue when theautomatic high beams are on. Theparking lights will also be on.
Automatic/active high beamsoff
The symbol will be white when theautomatic high beams are off. Theparking lights will be on.
High beams on
The high beams and parking lightswill be on.
Not in use
Rear fog lights
The symbol illuminates when therear fog lights are on.
Rain sensor
The symbol illuminates when therain sensor is on.
SymbolExplanation
PreconditioningC
The symbol illuminates when theengine/cabin heater/air condition-ing are preconditioning the vehi-cle.
Stability system
This symbol flashes when the sta-bility system is actively working tostabilize the vehicle. If the symbolglows steadily, there is a fault inthe system.
Stability system, sport mode
This symbol illuminates whenSport mode is activated. Sportmode offers more active drivingcharacteristics by monitoringmovement of the acceleratorpedal, steering wheel and corner-ing by allowing more lateral move-ment of the rear wheels beforethe stability system is activated.

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Remote key
The remote key is used to lock/unlock the vehi-cle and must be in the passenger compartmentin order to start the engine.
The standard remote key (left) and the Key Tag (right)
In models with the standard Passive Start system,the remote key only needs to be in the front sec-tion of the passenger compartment or in the tun-nel console cup holders in order to start theengine.
The keyless Passive Entry system for locking/unlocking the vehicle is available as an option.This system has a range of approximately 5 feet(1.5 meters) from the sides of the vehicle orapproximately 3 feet (1 meter) from the tailgate.With this system, a remote key can be anywherein the vehicle.
Each of the remote keys provided with the vehiclecan be linked to a driver profile containing uniquepersonal settings that will be applied when thatparticular key is used. See also the article "Driverprofile" for additional information.

NOTE
Avoid placing the remote key closer thanapprox. (4-6 in.) (10-15 cm) to any metallicobjects or electronic devices such as cellphones, tablets, laptops or chargers.
If interference persists, unlock the vehicle withthe detachable key blade and place the remotekey in the backup key reader in the tunnel con-sole cup holder to disarm the alarm.

WARNING
Always remove the remote key from the pas-senger compartment when leaving the vehicleand ensure that the ignition in mode 0, espe-cially if there are children in the vehicle.

Key Tag
In addition to the two remote keys provided, asmaller third key, called a Key Tag, is also provi-ded for vehicles equipped with the optionalPassive Entry system.
This key functions in the same way as a standardremote key but does not have a detachable keyblade and its battery cannot be replaced; a newKey Tag has to be ordered.
Ordering new keys
Two remote keys are provided with the vehicle (a
Key Tag2 is also included for vehicles equippedwith the optional Passive Entry system). Addi-tional keys (a total of 12) can be ordered andused with the vehicle.
2The Key Tag is also referred to as a Sport key. This key is designed to be waterproof to a depth of approximately 30 ft (10 meters) for up to 60 minutes, making it suitable for use in activities in and around water.

DRIVER SUPPORT
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.263
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) helps reducewheel spin, counteract skidding and to generallyhelp improve directional stability.
A pulsating sound will be audi-ble when the system is activelyoperating and is normal. Accel-eration may also be slightlyslower than normal.

WARNING
ESC is a supplementary aid and cannot dealwith all situations or road conditions.
The driver is always responsible for operatingthe vehicle in a safe manner in accordancewith current traffic regulations.
ESC consists of the following functions:
•Traction control
•Spin control
•Active Yaw Control
•Engine Drag Control
•Trailer Stability Assist

Traction control
This function is designed to help reduce wheelspin by transferring power from a drive wheel that
begins to lose traction to the wheel on the oppo-site side of the vehicle (on the same axle).
Spin control
This function is designed to help prevent thedrive wheels from spinning while the vehicle isaccelerating.

Active Yaw Control
At low speeds, this function helps maintain direc-tional stability by braking one or more of thewheels if the vehicle shows a tendency to skid orslide laterally.

Engine Drag Control EDC
EDC helps keep the engine running if the wheelsshow a tendency to lock, e.g., when shifting downin the manual shifting mode or while using theengine's braking function on a slippery surface. Ifthe wheels were to lock, the vehicle wouldbecome more difficult to steer.

Trailer Stability Assist * 1
TSA helps stabilize a vehicle that is towing atrailer when the vehicle and trailer have begun tosway.
This system is automatically deactivated if thedriver selects Sport mode.
Related information
•Detachable trailer hitch (p. 398)
•Driving with a trailer (p. 397)
•Trailer Stability Assist (TSA) (p. 399)
•Electronic Stability Control (ESC) sport mode(p. 264)
•Electronic Stability Control (ESC) symbolsand messages (p. 265)

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This function is included if the vehicle is equipped with a Volvo original trailer hitch.

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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)sport mode
ESC is always activated and cannot be switchedoff.
However, the driver can select Sport mode,which offers more active driving characteristics.
In Sport mode, the engine management systemmonitors movement of the accelerator pedal andsteering wheel for sportier driving and allowsmore lateral movement of the rear wheels beforeESC is triggered.
Under certain circumstances, such as when driv-ing with snow chains, or driving in deep snow orloose sand, it may be advisable to temporarily useSport mode for maximum tractive force.
If the driver releases pressure on the acceleratorpedal, ETC will also activate to help stabilize thevehicle.

Activating/deactivating Sport mode
In the center display's Functionview, tap ESC Sport Mode.The green indicator light in thebutton will illuminate to showthat the function has been acti-vated or gray when the functionis deactivated.
When Sport mode is activated, thissymbol will illuminate in the instrumentpanel. It will remain on until the driverdeactivates the function. ETC will alsoreturn to normal mode when the engine is restar-ted.
Related information
•Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (p. 263)

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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)symbols and messages
SymbolMessageDescription
Steady glow for 2 secondswhen the engine is started.The system is performing a self-diagnostic test.
Flashing symbol.ESC is actively functioning to help counteract wheel spin and/or a skid.
Steady glow.Sport mode has been activated.
Please note that ESC is not deactivated at this time but its functionality is reduced.
ESC
Temporarily off
See the message in the instrument panel.

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DRIVER SUPPORT
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.286

WARNING
When ACC is in standby mode, the driver hasto control the vehicle's speed and distance toa vehicle ahead.
When ACC is in standby mode, the driver willbe alerted if the distance to the vehicle aheadis too short by the Distance Alert function.See the article "Distance Alert" for additionalinformation.

Standby mode due to action by the driver
ACC is temporarily deactivated and put instandby mode if:
•the brakes are applied
•The gear selector is moved to N
•the vehicle is driven faster than the setspeed for more than 1 minute.
In these cases, the driver will have to regulate thevehicle's speed.
A temporary increase in speed, such as whenpassing another vehicle, does not affect the ACCset speed. The vehicle will return to the set speedwhen the accelerator pedal is released.

Automatic standby mode
ACC interacts with other systems, such asElectronic Stability Control. If any of these othersystems are not functioning properly, ACC willturn off automatically.
WARNING
If this happens, the driver will be alerted by anaudible signal and a message in the instru-ment panel. The driver will have to adapt thevehicle's speed, apply the brakes when nec-essary and keep a safe distance to the vehicleahead.
ACC switches automatically to standby mode if:
•the vehicle's speed goes below approx.3 mph (5 km/h) and ACC cannot determineif the vehicle ahead is stationary or is anobject such as a speed bump, etc
•the vehicle's speed goes below approx.3 mph (5 km/h) and the vehicle aheadchanges lanes or turns so that ACC nolonger has a target vehicle to follow
•the driver opens the door
•the driver unbuckles the seat belt
•the engine speed (rpm) is too high/low
•the wheels lose traction
•the brake temperature is too high
•the parking brake is applied
•the stability system's ESC Sport Mode isactivated
•the Off Road drive mode is selected
•The radar sensor is covered by e.g., wet snowor if heavy rain interferes with radar waves
Reactivating ACC from standby mode
Generic illustration
To reactivate ACC after it has temporarily beenput in standby mode:
–Press the button (1).
>The vehicle will then return to the mostrecently set speed.

WARNING
There may be a significant increase in speed
after the button has been pressed.

Related information
•Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* (p. 281)
•Starting and activating Adaptive CruiseControl (ACC)* (p. 284)
•Setting an Adaptive Cruise Control timeinterval (p. 288)

DRIVER SUPPORT
* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.292
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) -limitations
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) functionality maybe limited in certain situations.

Steep roads and/or heavy loads
Adaptive Cruise Control is primarily intended foruse on relatively level roads. The function may notbe able to maintain the correct time interval tothe vehicle ahead when driving down steep hills.The driver should be attentive and prepared toapply the brakes in these situations.
Do not use Adaptive Cruise Control when thevehicle is transporting a heavy load or if it is tow-ing a trailer.

Additional information
•The Off Road drive mode cannot beselected if Adaptive Cruise Control is acti-vated.
•Adaptive Cruise Control uses the vehicle'scamera and radar sensor, which have certaingeneral limitations. See the articles "Cameralimitations" and "Radar sensor limitations"for additional information.

Related information
•Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)* (p. 281)
•Radar sensor limitations (p. 319)
•Camera limitations (p. 323)

STARTING AND DRIVING
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Driving through standing water
The vehicle should be driven with extreme cau-tion if it is necessary to drive through standingwater.
The vehicle can be driven through water up to adepth approximately level with the floor at walk-ing speed to help prevent water from enteringthe differential and/or the transmission or dam-aging electrical components.
•If possible, check the depth of the waterbefore driving through it. Take particular carewhen driving through flowing water.
•Before driving through water, always selectthe Off Road drive mode to ensure that thegasoline engine is running and to maximizeground clearance.
•After driving through water, apply the brakesand check that they are functioning correctly.
•Clean the electrical connections for trailerwiring after driving in mud or water.
•When driving through water, maintain lowspeed and do not stop in the water.

CAUTION
•Damage may occur to the engine, trans-mission, electrical components, etc. if thevehicle is driven through water higherthan its floor level. Be aware that wavescreated by other vehicles could cause thelevel to temporarily be above the vehicle'sfloor level.
•Damage to any components due to waterabove the floor level, vapor lock or insuffi-cient oil is not covered under warranty.
•If the engine has been stopped while thevehicle is in water, do not attempt torestart it. Have the vehicle towed out ofthe water and inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.

WARNING
•Avoid driving through standing or rushingwater. Doing so can be dangerous and itmay also be difficult to determine theactual depth of the water.
•If water cannot be avoided, after drivingthrough the water, press lightly on thebrake pedal to ensure that the brakes arefunctioning normally. Water or mud canmake the brake linings slippery, resultingin delayed braking effect.

Related information
•Towing recommendations (p. 389)
Overheating the engine andtransmission
In demanding driving conditions, such as whentransporting heavy loads, driving in mountainousareas or in very hot weather there is a risk ofoverheating the engine or transmission.
•The engine's output may be slightly limited ifthere is a risk of overheating.
•Remove e.g., auxiliary lights mounted in frontof the grille in hot weather.
•If the temperature of the engine coolantbecomes too high, the warning symbol willilluminate and the message Enginetemperature/Stop safely will be displayed.Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in asafe place and let the engine idle for severalminutes.
•If the message Engine temperature/Hightemperature Turn off engine or Enginecoolant/Stop safely is displayed, stopsafely and turn off the engine.
•If the transmission begins to overheat, analternative gear shifting program will beselected. An integrated protective functionwill also by activated, the warning symbol willilluminate and the message TransmissionwarmHigh temperature Reduce speedor Transmission warmStop safely, waitfor cooling will be displayed in the instru-ment panel.