VOLVO V90 CROSS COUNTRY 2017 Owner´s Manual

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Changing the remote key's battery The remote key can be opened if the battery needs to be replaced.
The battery should be replaced if:The information symbol illuminates and
Vehicle key bat. low See Owner's
manual is displayed in the instrument
panel.
and/or if the locks do not react after several attempts to unlock or lock the vehicle with the remote keywithin approx. 65 feet (20 meters) of the vehicle.
NOTE
If the locks do not react, move closer to the vehicle and try to unlock it again.
The battery in the smaller extra key without but- tons (Key Tag) provided with models with theoptional Passive Entry system cannot bereplaced. A new Key Tag can be ordered from aVolvo retailer.
NOTE
A Key Tag with a depleted battery should be returned to an authorized Volvo retailer. Thekey should also be erased from the vehicle'selectrical system because it could still beused to start the vehicle from the back-upstart system.
Replacing the battery
Hold the remote key with the front side
(with the Volvo symbol) facing up and move the button on the key ring section of the keyto the right. Slide the front cover slightlyupward.
The cover will loosen and can be
removed from the key.
Move the button to the side and slide
rear cover slightly upward.
The cover will loosen and can be
removed from the key.
Use e.g., a screwdriver to turn the battery cover counterclockwise so that the markers align toward OPEN.
Remove the cover carefully by pressing
e.g., a finger nail into the indentation.
Pry the cover up.

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The battery's positive (+) side is up. Pry
out the battery as shown in the illustration.
CAUTION
When handling batteries, avoid touching their contact surfaces as this could result in poorbattery function in the remote key.
Insert a new battery 1
with the positive ( +)
side up. Put the battery cover back in place by:
Placing the battery's edge downward in
the holder. Slide the battery forward so that it is held in place by the two plastic catches.
Pressing the battery downward so that it
is also held in place by the two upper catches under the upper black holder.
NOTE
Volvo recommends that the batteries used in the remote control meet the UN Manual ofTest and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3. Batteries installed in the key from the factory and batteries exchanged by an authorizedVolvo workshop fulfill the above criteria. Old batteries should be disposed of properly at a recycling center or at your Volvo retailer.
Put the battery cover in place and turn it clockwise until the marker points to CLOSE.
1
Use a CR2032, 3 V battery.

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Put the rear cover in position and press
down until it clicks into place.
Slide the cover into place as indicated by
arrow 2 in the illustration.
> Another click indicates that it is correctly in position and closed.
Press the front cover (with the Volvo
logo) until it clicks into place.
Slide the cover into position as indicated
by arrow 2 in the illustration.
> Another click indicates that it is correctly in position and closed.
Related information
• Remote key (p. 221)
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.

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222 Each of the remote keys provided with the vehicle can 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 than approx. (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 with the 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 vehicle and ensure that the ignition in mode
0, espe-
cially if there are children in the vehicle.
Key TagIn addition to the two remote keys provided, a smaller 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 keysTwo remote keys are provided with the vehicle (a Key Tag
2
is also included for vehicles equipped
with the optional Passive Entry system). Addi- tional keys (a total of 12) can be ordered andused with the vehicle.
The remote key's buttons
The remote key has four buttons: one on the left side and three on the right side
Lock: Press to lock the doors/tailgate and
arm the alarm.
Unlock: Press to unlock the doors/tailgate
and disarm the alarm. This setting can be changed in the center display's Settings menu.

Tailgate: Press to unlock the tailgate only
(and disarm the alarm for the tailgate). On vehicles equipped with the power tailgate *,
press and hold to open the tailgate. Press and hold to close an open tailgate (an audi-ble warning signal will sound).
Panic alarm: Press to attract attention dur-
ing emergency situations. To activate, press
and hold this button for at least 3 seconds or press it twice within 3 seconds to activate the turn signals and horn. To deactivate,
wait approximately 5 seconds and press the button again (the panic alarm will also deac-tivate automatically after several minutes).
InterferenceMetallic objects or electromagnetic fields mayinterfere with the remote key's function. Avoidplacing the remote key within 4-6 in. (10-15 cm)of a cell phone or a metallic object. If interference persists, use the remote key's detachable key blade to unlock the vehicle andplace the remote key in the backup key reader inthe tunnel console cup holder.
Loss of a remote keyIf a remote key is lost, the others should be takenwith the vehicle to a Volvo retailer. As an anti-
2 The 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.

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theft measure, the code of the lost remote key must be erased from the system. The number ofregistered keys for the vehicle can be found inthe center display's Top view.
NOTE
Additional or duplicate remote control keys can be obtained from any authorized Volvoretailer. You can also obtain additional or duplicate remote control keys from certain independentrepair facilities and locksmiths that are quali-fied to make remote control keys. Each keymust be programmed to work with your vehi-cle. A list of independent repair facilities and/or locksmiths known to Volvo that can cut andcode replacement keys can be found: •
on the Volvo website, www.volvocars.com/us
• by calling Volvo Customer Care at1-800-458-1552.
Related information
•
Remote key's range (p. 223)
• Detachable key blade (p. 225)
• Changing the remote key's battery (p. 219)
• Driver profiles (p. 172)
Remote key's range
In order to function correctly, the remote key must be within a certain distance of the vehicle.
Manual useThe remote key's functions, such as locking and unlocking the vehicle, which are activated by pressing the
or buttons, have a range of
approx. 65 feet (20 meters) from the vehicle. Buildings or other obstacles may interfere with the function of the remote key. The vehicle canalso be locked or unlocked with the key blade. If the vehicle's locks do not react, move closer and try again.
Keyless use 3
The shaded areas illustrate the range of the Passive Entry system's antennas
For keyless entry into the vehicle, the remote key must be within approximately 5 feet (1.5 meters)of the sides of the vehicle or approximately 3 feet(1 meter) of the tailgate as shown in the illustra-tion. The remote key may not function properly due to ambient radio waves, buildings or topographicalobstructions, etc. The vehicle can always belocked/unlocked with the detachable key blade.
If the remote key is removed from the vehicle
If all of the remote keys are removed from the vehicle while the engine is running, Vehicle key
not found Removed from vehicle will be dis-
played in the instrument panel and an audible signal will sound when all of the doors have beenclosed. The message will be erased when aremote key has been returned to the vehicle and the O button on the right-side steering wheel
keypad has been pressed or when all of the doors have been closed again.
Related information
• Remote key (p. 221)
• Antenna locations for the start and lock sys-tem (p. 230)
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Models equipped with the optional Passive Entry only.

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Red Key *
The Red Key (also referred to as a restricted key) makes it possible to limit several of the vehi-cle's functions to help ensure that it is operatedsafely, for instance if the vehicle is used by ayoung driver.
A Red Key makes it possible to limit the vehicle's maximum speed, add speed reminders and limitthe audio system's volume. Several of the vehi-cle's safety systems will also always be active.Otherwise, this key functions in the same way asa standard remote key. One or more Red Keys can be ordered from a Volvo retailer after the vehicle has been pur-chased. A total of 11 keys can be programmedand used for the same vehicle, one of which hasto be a standard remote key. Settings for the Red Key can be made by astandard remote key user from the center dis- play's Top view under:
SettingsSystem
Driver ProfilesRed key.
Several of the vehicle's safety function cannot be turned off by a Red Key user. The restrictions are designed to help reduce the risk of an accident and they cannot be changedby a Red Key user. These settings cannot bechanged by the Red Key's user.
Possible settingsThe following settings can be made for a RedKey:
Speed Limiter * (On/Off)
• Setting interval: 30-160 mph (50-250 km/h)
• Default setting: 75 mph (120 km/h)
• Increments: 1 mph (1 km/h)
This symbol will appear in the instru- ment panel and the message
Red
keySpeed limitation cannot be exceeded
will be displayed.
See the article "Speed limiter" for additional information.
Speed reminder (On/Off):
• Setting interval: 0-155 mph (0-250 km/h
• Default settings: 30, 45 and 55 mph (50, 70 and 90 km/h.)
• Increments: 1 mph (1 km/h) •
Max. number of reminders: 6
Reduced max. volume (on/off)
•Default setting: On
Adaptive cruise control
* (On/Off)
• Initial setting: On at the longest interval
• See the article "Adaptive cruise control" for additional information
Safety functionsThe following safety functions will always beactive for a Red Key user: •
Blind Spot Information (BLIS)
*
• Lane Keeping Aid (LKA)
*
• Distance Alert
*
• City Safety
*
• Driver Alert Control (DAC)
*
• Road Sign Information (RSI)
*
Related information
•Remote key (p. 221)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
* (p. 263)
• Speed limiter (SL)
* (p. 249)
• Blind Spot Information (BLIS)
* (p. 311)
• Driving lane assistance (p. 322)
• Distance Alert
* (p. 261)
• City Safety
™ (p. 298)
• Driver Alert Control (DAC) (p. 320)
• Road Sign Information (RSI)
* (p. 318)

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Detachable key blade Your vehicle's remote key contains a detachable key blade that can be used to unlock the driver'sdoor, etc. A Volvo retailer can provide you with the key blade's unique code.
Using the detachable key bladeThe remote key's detachable key blade can be used to:
• Unlock the driver's door if the central lockingsystem cannot be activated using the remotekey
• Lock all doors
• Activate/deactivate the mechanical childsafety locks in the rear doors
The Key Tag 4
does not have a detachable key
blade.
Detaching the key blade
Hold the remote key with the front side
(with the Volvo symbol) facing up and move the button on the key ring section of the keyto the right. Slide the front cover slightlyupward.
The cover will loosen and can be
removed from the key.
Remove the key blade by pulling it up.
After use, press the key blade back into its position in the key.
Press the front cover (with the Volvo
logo) until it clicks into place.
Slide the cover into position as indicated
by arrow 2 in the illustration.
> An additional click indicates that the cover is correctly in place.
Related information
• Locking/unlocking with the detachable key blade (p. 237)
• Child safety locks (p. 240)
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Models with the optional Passive Entry system only.

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Foot movement tailgate operation *
The foot movement sensor * simplifies opening or
closing the tailgate if your hands are full. 5
The foot movement sensor is located to the left of cen- ter under the rear bumper
6
NOTE
One of the remote keys must be in your pos- session or within range when you are behindthe vehicle in order to activate the foot move-ment sensor, even if the tailgate is alreadyunlocked. This is done to help prevent thesensor from inadvertently opening the tail-gate, for example, in a car wash. Be sure that the key is not within range when the vehicle is in an automatic carwash.
Operation
Kicking motion under the sensor's activation area
Opening/closing
–With the remote key within range, move your foot slowly forward in a kicking motion belowthe left section of the rear bumper withouttouching the bumper and take a step back.
> A brief audible signal will sound when the
tailgate begins to open/close.
The tailgate can be closed (or closed and locked) by pressing the
or buttons on the lower
edge of the tailgate 7
.
It can also be operated manually or by pressing the button on the lighting panel in the passengercompartment or on the remote key. If several attempts have been made to open/ close the tailgate using the foot sensor without aremote key within range, the function will timeout and will not be available for a short period.
NOTE
Foot operation may not be possible or func- tion normally if the sensor is obstructed bysnow, ice, dirt, etc.
5 Models equipped with the optional power tailgate only.
6 If the vehicle is equipped with a skid plate/diffuser *, the sensor is located under the left corner of the bumper.
7 Vehicles equipped with the optional Passive Entry system only.

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Interrupting opening/closing
–Move your foot slowly forward in a kicking motion while the tailgate is opening/closingto stop its movement.
No remote keys need to be within range in orderto interrupt movement of the tailgate.
Vehicles equipped with a skid plate/ diffuser *
If the vehicle is equipped with a skid plate/ diffuser*, the sensor is located under the left cor-
ner of the rear bumper.
Sensor location on vehicles equipped with a skid plate/ diffuser *
To open/close the tailgate, make the kicking motion from the side of the rear bumper.
Kicking motion under the sensor's activation area
Related information
•Power tailgate
* (p. 234)
• Locking/unlocking the tailgate (p. 232)
• Remote key's range (p. 223)
Locking/unlocking from outside the vehicle The buttons on the remote key can be used to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate at thesame time. This can also be done without press-ing the remote key buttons on models equippedwith the optional keyless Passive Entry system. The power tailgate
* can also be opened/closed
by moving your foot under a sensor beneath the rear bumper.
Locking and unlockingThe lock/unlock settings can be changed in the center display's Top view. Go to:
SettingsMy CarRemote and
Interior Unlock and select Unlock All Doors orSingle Door.
In order to lock the vehicle, the driver's door must be closed. If the tailgate or any of the other doorsare open, they will be locked and the alarm will bearmed when they are closed.
NOTE
Be sure the remote key is outside of the vehi- cle before the other doors/tailgate are closedto help avoid locking the remote inside thevehicle.
The settings made for the Remote and Interior
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228 system when a door is opened from inside the vehicle using a door handle. See also the article"Locking/unlocking from inside the vehicle" foradditional information. If the locks repeatedly do not react when the unlock button is pressed, begin by moving closerto the vehicle. However, it may be necessary toreplace the battery in the remote. In this case, thedriver's door can be unlocked with the detacha-ble key blade. See also the article "Detachablekey blade" for additional information.
Keyless Passive Entry
*If the vehicle is equipped with this system, it isonly necessary to have a remote key in your pos-session to operate the central locking system. Models with Passive Entry have an indentation on the outside of the handle for locking the vehicleand a pressure sensitive surface on the inside ofthe handle for unlocking. The tailgate has a rubberized button used only for unlocking.
Outer indentation for locking, the pressure sensitive sur- face on the inside of the handle is for unlocking
Pressure sensitive indentation for locking
Pressure sensitive surface for unlocking
Rubberized button on the tailgate used only for unlock- ing
Locking
All of the doors have to be closed before the vehicle can be locked but the tailgate can beopen. Lock the doors and tailgate by pressing the pres- sure sensitive indentation on the outside of anyof the door handles. The lock indicator light onthe dashboard will begin to flash to show that thevehicle is locked and the alarm has been armed.
NOTE
Only one of a door handle's lock/unlock sur- faces should be pressed at a time. If bothareas are pressed simultaneously, the desiredlocking/unlocking action may not occur ormay be delayed.
To close windows or the panoramic roof * when
locking the vehicle, hold the pressure sensitive surface on the outside of a door handle until thewindow(s)/panoramic roof have closed com-pletely. The windows/panoramic roof will stop ifthe button is released before they are fullyclosed.