towing capacity VOLVO V90 2017 Owners Manual

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Wiper blades in service position527
Replacing a wiper blade 528
Filling washer fluid 529
Starter battery 530
Symbols on the batteries 533
Support battery 533
Fuses 535
Replacing a fuse 536
Fuses in engine compartment 537
Fuses under glovebox 542
Fuses in cargo area 546
Cleaning the exterior 549
Polishing and waxing 551
Rustproofing 552
Cleaning the interior 552
Cleaning the centre display 553
Paint damage 554
Repairing paint damage 555
SPECIFICATIONS
Type designations558
Dimensions 561
Weights 563
Towing capacity and towball load 564
Engine specifications 566
Engine oil — specifications 567
Adverse driving conditions for engine oil 569
Coolant — specifications 570
Transmission fluid — specifications 570
Brake fluid — specifications 570
Fuel tank - volume 571
Air conditioning — specifications 571
Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions 572
Approved tyre pressures 574
Performance 575
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
Alphabetical Index 577

STARTING AND DRIVING
387
If the message
Car key not found is shown in
the driver display when starting, place the remote control key on the backup reader in the cupholder. Then try to start again.
NOTE
When the remote control key is placed in the cup holder, make sure that no other car keys,metal objects or electronic apparatus (e.g.mobile phones, tablets, laptops or chargers)are in the cup holder. Several car keys closeto each other in the cup holder can causeinterference with each other.
IMPORTANT
If the engine fails to start after 3 attempts - wait for 3 minutes before making a furtherattempt. Starting capacity increases if the bat-tery is allowed to recover.
WARNING
Never remove the remote control key from
the car while driving or during towing.
WARNING
Always take the remote control key out from the car when leaving the car and make surethe car's electrical system is in ignition posi- tion 0 - especially if there are children in the
car.
NOTE
The idling speed can be noticeably higher than normal for certain engine types duringcold starting. This is done in order that theemissions system can reach normal operatingtemperature as quickly as possible, whichminimises exhaust emissions and protects theenvironment.
Related information
• Ignition positions (p. 385)
• Switching off the car (p. 387)
• Remote control key (p. 236)
• Replacing the battery in the remote control key (p. 257)
Switching off the car
The car is switched off using the ignition dial in the tunnel console.
Start knob in the tunnel console.
To switch off the car:
–Turn the ignition dial to STOP and release it
- the car is switched off. The control auto- matically returns to its starting position.
If the gear selector is not in P position or if the
car is moving:
–Hold the dial in the STOP position until the
car switches off.
Related information
• Starting the car (p. 386)

STARTING AND DRIVING
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422
Economical driving
Drive economically and eco-consciously by driv- ing smoothly, thinking ahead, and adjusting yourdriving style and speed to the prevailing condi-tions.
• For lower fuel consumption, activate ECO drive mode.
• Use the Eco Coast 17
freewheel function -
engine braking will cease and the car'skinetic energy can be used to freewheel forlonger distances.
• Drive in the highest gear 18
possible, adapted
to the current traffic situation and road -lower engine speeds result in lower fuel con-sumption. Use the gear shift indicator.
• Drive at a steady speed and keep a good dis-tance to other vehicles and objects to mini-mise braking.
• High speed results in increased fuel con-sumption - the wind resistance increaseswith speed.
• Do not run the engine to operating tempera-ture at idling speed, but rather drive with anormal load right after starting - a coldengine consumes more fuel than a warmone. •
Drive with the correct air pressure in thetyres and check this regularly - select ECOtyre pressure for best results.
• Choice of tyres can affect fuel consumption -seek advice on suitable tyres from a dealer.
• Remove unnecessary items from the car -the greater the load the higher the consump-tion.
• Use engine braking to slow down, when itcan take place without risk to other roadusers.
• A roof load and space box increase windresistance, leading to higher consumption -remove the load carriers when not in use.
• Avoid driving with open windows.
WARNING
Never switch off the engine while moving, such as downhill, this deactivates importantsystems such as the power steering andbrake servo.
Related information
•
Drive mode ECO (p. 402)
• Approved tyre pressures (p. 574)
• Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions (p. 572)
• Drive-E - cleaner driving pleasure (p. 25)
Towing bracket
*
The car can be equipped with a towing bracket that makes it possible to tow e.g. a trailer afterthe car.
There may be different towing bracket variants available for the car; contact a Volvo dealer formore information. For information on towing capacity and towball load, see the section "Towing capacity and tow-ball load".
IMPORTANT
When the engine is switched off, the constant battery voltage to the trailer connector can beswitched off automatically so as not to drainthe starter battery.
IMPORTANT
The towball needs regular cleaning and lubri- cation with grease in order to prevent wear.
17 See the section "Drive mode ECO".
18 Applies to driving with manual gear changing.

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NOTE
When a hitch with a vibration damper is used, the towball must not be lubricated. This also applies when fitting a bicycle rack that is clamped in around the towball.
NOTE
If the car is equipped with a towing bracket, there is no rear mounting for a towing eye.
Related information
•Driving with a trailer (p. 426)
• Towing capacity and towball load (p. 564)
• Trailer Stability Assist
* (p. 428)
• Towing bracket specifications
* (p. 425)
• Extendable/retractable towing brackets
*
(p. 423)
Extendable/retractable towing brackets *
The extendable/retractable towing hitch is always easily accessible and simple to extend orretract as needed. In the retracted position, thetowing hitch is completely concealed.
WARNING
Follow the instructions for retracting and extending the towing bracket carefully.
Extending the towing hitch
WARNING
Avoid standing close to the bumper in the centre behind the car when extending thetowing hitch.
1. Open the tailgate. A button for extending/ retracting the towbar is located on the right- hand side at the rear of the cargo area. Anindicator lamp in the button must illuminatewith a constant orange glow for the exten-sion function to be active.

STARTING AND DRIVING
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Driving with a trailer
When driving with a trailer, there are a number of points that are important to think about regar-ding the towing bracket, the trailer and how theload is positioned in the trailer.
Payload depends on the car's kerb weight. The total of the weight of the passengers and allaccessories, e.g. towbar, reduces the car's pay-load by a corresponding weight. The car is supplied with the necessary equipment for towing a trailer.
• The car's towing bracket must be of anapproved type.
• Distribute the load on the trailer so that theweight on the towing bracket complies withthe specified maximum towball load. Towballload is calculated as part of the car's payload.
• Increase the tyre pressure to the recom-mended pressure for a full load. For moreinformation on tyre pressure, see the section"Approved tyre pressures".
• The engine is loaded more heavily than usualwhen driving with a trailer.
• Do not tow a heavy trailer when the car isbrand new. Wait until it has been driven atleast 1000 km.
• The brakes are loaded much more than usualon long and steep downhill slopes. Downshiftto a lower gear and adjust your speed. •
Follow the regulations in force for the permit-ted speeds and weights.
• Maintain a low speed when driving with atrailer up long, steep ascents.
• The maximum trailer weights given only applyto altitudes up to 1000 metres above sealevel. At higher altitudes, engine power andthus the car's climbing ability is decreaseddue to the reduced air density, and the maxi-mum trailer weight must therefore bereduced. The weight of the car and trailermust be decreased by 10 % for each addi-tional 1000 m (or part thereof).
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines of morethan 12%.
NOTE
Extreme weather conditions, driving with a trailer or driving at high altitudes in combina-tion with fuel quality are factors that consider-ably increase the car's fuel consumption.
Trailer connectorAn adapter is required if the car's towing bracket has a 13 pin connector and the trailer has a 7 pinconnector. Use an adapter approved by Volvo.Make sure the cable does not drag on theground.
IMPORTANT
When the engine is switched off, the constant battery voltage to the trailer connector can beswitched off automatically so as not to drainthe starter battery.
Trailer weightsInformation about Volvo's permitted trailer weights is available in the article "Towingcapacity and towball load".
WARNING
Follow the stated recommendations for trailer weights. Otherwise, the car and trailer may bedifficult to control in the event of suddenmovement and braking.
NOTE
The stated maximum permitted trailer weights are those permitted by Volvo. National vehicleregulations can further limit trailer weightsand speeds. Towbars can be certified forhigher towing weights than the car canactually tow.
Direction indicators and brake lights on the trailer
If one or more of the trailer's direction indicators or brake light bulbs is broken, the driver display

STARTING AND DRIVING
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shows a symbol and a message. Other lamps on the trailer must be checked manually by thedriver before departure, see the heading "Check-ing trailer lamps".
Symbol
Message
•Trailer turn indicator Right
turn indicator malfunction
•Trailer turn indicator Left
turn indicator malfunction
•Trailer brake light Malfunc-
tion
If any lamp for the trailer's direction indicators is broken, the driver display symbol for directionindicators will also flash more quickly than nor-mal.
Checking trailer lamps *
Automatic checking
After a trailer is connected electrically, it is possi- ble to check that the trailer lamps are working viaan automatic lamp activation. The function helpsthe driver check that the trailer lamps are workingbefore starting off. The engine must be switched off to perform thecheck.
1. When a trailer is connected to the towing
bracket, the
Automatic Trailer Lamp
Check message is shown in the driver dis-
play.
2. Confirm the message by pressing the right- hand steering wheel keypad's O button.
> The lamp check starts.
3. Exit the car to check lamp functionality. > All trailer lamps start to flash - then thelamps are switched on one at a time.
4. Visually check that all lamps available on the trailer are operational.
5. After a moment, all lamps on the trailer flash again.
> The check is complete.
Switching off automatic checking
The automatic checking function can be switched off in the centre display. 1.Press
Settings in the top view.
2. Press
My CarLights and Lighting.
3. Deselect
Automatic Trailer Lamp Check.
Manual checking
If the automatic checking is switched off then it is possible to start the check manually. 1.Press
Settings in the top view. 2.
Press
My CarLights and Lighting.
3. Select
Manual Trailer Lamp Check.
> The lamp check starts. Exit the car to check lamp functionality.
Level control *The car's system for level control endeavours to maintain a constant height regardless of load (upto the maximum permissible weight). When thecar is stationary the rear of the car lowers slightly,which is normal.
Related information
•Driving with a trailer under special conditions(p. 428)
• Towing capacity and towball load (p. 564)
• Trailer Stability Assist
* (p. 428)
• Approved tyre pressures (p. 574)
• Towing bracket
* (p. 422)

SPECIFICATIONS
563
Weights Max. gross vehicle weight, etc. can be read on a label in the car.
Kerb weight includes the driver, the fuel tank 90% full and all fluids. The weight of passengers and accessories, and towball load (when a trailer is hitched) influencethe load capacity and are not included in the kerbweight. Permitted max. load = Gross vehicle weight - Kerb weight.
NOTE
The documented kerb weight applies to cars in the standard version - i.e. a car withoutextra equipment or accessories. This meansthat for every accessory added the loadingcapacity of the car is reduced correspondinglyby the weight of the accessory. Examples of accessories that reduce load capacity are the different equipment levels(e.g. Kinetic, Momentum, Summum), as wellas other accessories such as towbar, loadcarrier, space box, audio system, auxiliarylamps, GPS, fuel-driven heater, safety grille,carpets, cargo cover, power seats, etc. Weighing the car is a certain way of ascer- taining the kerb weight of your own particularcar.
WARNING
The car's driving characteristics change depending on how heavily it is loaded andhow the load is distributed.
The decal is positioned on the door pillar, and will be visible when the right-hand rear door is opened.
Max. gross vehicle weight
Max. train weight (car+trailer)
Max. front axle load
Max. rear axle load
Equipment level
Max. load: See registration document. Max. roof load: 100 kg.
Related information
• Type designations (p. 558)
• Towing capacity and towball load (p. 564)

SPECIFICATIONS
564
Towing capacity and towball load
Towing capacity and towball load for driving with a trailer can be read in the tables.Max. weight braked trailer
NOTE
The use of a stabiliser hitch on the towing bracket is recommended for trailers heavierthan 1800 kg.
Engine Engine codeA
Gearbox Max. weight braked trailer (kg) Max. towball load (kg)
T5/Bi-Fuel B4204T23 Automatic 1800 110
T6 AWD B4204T27 Automatic 1800
B
2200 C 110
D3 D4204T9 Manual select 1800 110
D3 D4204T9 Automatic 1800 110
D3 AWD D4204T4 Automatic 1800
B
2200 C 110
D4 D4204T14 Manual select 1800 110
D4 D4204T14 Automatic 1800 110

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
580Deadlock 246
deactivation 246
Defrosting 194
Diesel 420 run out of fuel 420
Diesel particle filter 421
Digital radio (DAB) 440
Dimensions 561 Towing bracket 425
dipped beam 137
Dipstick, electronic 517
Direction indicator 144
Direction indicators 144
direction of rotation 483
Disengaging the gear selector inhibitor 394
Display lighting 135
Distance Warning 288, 289 Limitations 290
Door mirrors 153 automatic dimming 154
resetting 154
Drive-E Environmental philosophy 25
Driver Alert Control 352 operation 353
Driver display
application menu 105
messages 106
Driver performance 168
Driver profile 174, 175, 176, 177 edit 175
import/export from/to USB 177
select 174
Drivetrain Gearbox 389
Driving cooling system 414
with a tailer 426
Driving economy 422
Driving in water 413
Driving mode 400Driving with a trailer towball load 564
towing capacity 564
E
ECO mode 402
Economical driving 402, 422
ECO pressure 484, 574
Electrical socket 220
Electrical system 530
Electric parking brake 409low battery voltage 411
Emergency equipment first aid kit 501
warning triangle 500
Emergency puncture repair 490, 494 action 491
inflating the tyres 494
rechecking 491
Emergency puncture repair kit 491 location 490
overview 491
sealing fluid 490
Emissions of carbon dioxide 572 Engine deactivate 387
overheating 414
start 386
Start/Stop 396
Engine compartment coolant 518
Engine oil 516
overview 515
Engine drag control 273
Engine oil 516, 569 adverse driving conditions 569

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
587
Steering wheel 131, 132
heating 205
keypad 131
paddle 131
steering wheel adjustment 132
Steering wheel paddles 395
Stone chips and scratches 554, 555
Stop/start function 396
Storage spaces 218 glovebox 225
tunnel console 219
Sun blind panorama roof 158
Rear door 153
Sun visor 226
Support 19
Support battery 533
Switching off the engine 387
Switch off engine 387Symbols indicator symbols 95
Symbols and messages Adaptive Cruise Control 302
centre display status field 45
Collision Warning with Auto Brake 339
parking climate 212
Systemupdates 510
T
TailgateLocking/unlocking 247, 249
power 253, 256
Temperature Control 190
experienced 183
Temporary spare spare wheel 498
Through-load hatch 229
Tools 430, 500
Top speed 575Towbar foldable 423
Towing 431, 432
Towing bracket 422, 423 specifications 425
Towing capacity and towball load 564
Towing eye 430
Traction control 273
Traffic information 441
Trailer 428 cable 426
driving with a trailer 426, 428
snaking 428
Trailer stability assist 273, 428
Transmission 389Transmission oil grade 570
Tread 484
Tread depth 484, 499
Tread wear indicators 484
Trip computer 165, 166, 168
Trip meter 165
Trip meter, resetting 166Troubleshooting Adaptive Cruise Control 300
TSA - trailer stability assist 273, 428
Tunnel console 219
Tunnel detection 137TV 449
Type approval radar system 323
remote control key system 265
Type designations 558
Tyre dimension 495, 502
Tyre load index 502