winter tires VOLVO XC60 TWIN ENGINE 2020 Owners Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
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Preparing for a long trip
It is important to have the vehicle's systems and equipment checked carefully before driv-ing long distances.
Check that
the engine is running properly and that fuel consumption is normal
there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)
the brake pedal is functioning properly
all lights are working
‒ adjust the head-
light height if the vehicle is carrying aheavy load
tire tread depth and air pressure are atcorrect levels. Change to snow tires whendriving in areas where there is a risk ofsnowy or icy roads
the start battery is sufficiently charged
the wiper blades are in good condition
Related information
Checking tire pressure (p. 545)
Filling washer fluid (p. 650)
Winter driving (p. 442)
Economical driving (p. 438)
Vehicle modem settings (p. 519)
Loading recommendations (p. 577)
Driving with a trailer (p. 457)
Pilot Assist
* (p. 291)
Tire sealing system (p. 561)
Winter driving
It is important to check the vehicle before driving in cold/snowy conditions to makesure it can be driven safely.
Before the cold season arrives: Make sure the engine coolant contains 50% antifreeze. This mixture helps pro-tect the engine from frost erosion down toapprox. –35 °C (–31 °F). Do not mix dif-ferent types of antifreeze as this couldpose a health risk.
Keep the fuel tank well filled to preventcondensation from forming.
Check the viscosity of the engine oil. Oilwith low viscosity (thinner oil) improvescold-weather starting and reduces fuelconsumption when driving with a coldengine.
CAUTION
Low-viscosity oil should not be used with hard driving or in hot weather.
Check the condition and charge level of the start battery. Cold weather placesgreater demands on the start battery andreduces its capacity.
Use washer fluid containing antifreeze tohelp prevent ice from forming in thewasher fluid reservoir.

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Slippery driving conditionsTo help optimize traction and roadholding, Volvo recommends using snow tires on allwheels whenever there is a risk of snow or iceon the road.
NOTE
Certain countries require use of winter tires by law. Not all countries permit the use ofstudded tires.
Practice driving on slippery surfaces under controlled conditions to learn how the vehiclereacts.
Related information
Snow tires (p. 559)
Snow chains (p. 560)
Braking on salted roads (p. 410)
Braking on wet roads (p. 410)
Filling washer fluid (p. 650)
Start battery (p. 607)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 648)
Changing rear window wipers (p. 647)
Refilling coolant (p. 604)
Driving through standing water
It may be necessary to drive the vehicle through standing water, e.g. deep puddles orflooding on the road. This must be done withgreat caution.
To help prevent damage to the vehicle when driving through water:
Do not drive in water higher than the floorof the vehicle. If possible, check the depthof the water at its deepest point beforedriving through it. Be particularly carefulwhen driving through flowing water.
Always select the
Off Road drive mode
before driving in water to ensure the gaso- line engine is running.
Do not drive faster than walking speed.
Do not stop the vehicle in the water. Drivecarefully forward or back the vehicle out ofthe water.
Remember that waves created by passingvehicles could cause the water level to riseabove the vehicle's floor level.
Avoid driving through salt water to helpavoid the risk of corrosion.
CAUTION
Parts of the vehicle (e.g. engine, transmis- sion, driveline, electrical components, etc.)can be damaged if the vehicle is driventhrough water higher than its floor level.Damage to any components caused byflooding, vapor lock or insufficient oil is notcovered under warranty. If the engine stalls while the vehicle is in water, do not attempt to restart it. Havethe vehicle towed on the bed of a towtruck to a workshop - an authorized Volvoworkshop is recommended.
CAUTION
Because it can be difficult to determine the water depth, Volvo recommends not driv-ing through standing or running water. Thedriver is always responsible for operatingthe vehicle in a safe manner and adheringto all applicable laws and regulations.
When you have passed the water, press lightly on the brake pedal and check that the brakesare functioning properly. Water, mud, slush,etc. can make the brake linings slippery,resulting in delayed braking effect. If the vehicle is equipped with a trailer cou- pling contact, clean the contact after driving inwater or mud.

WHEELS AND TIRES
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TiresThe function of the tires is to carry loads, pro- vide traction on road surfaces, reduce vibra-tions and protect the wheels from wear.
The tires significantly influence the vehicle's driving characteristics. The type, dimensions,tire pressure and speed rating have a consid-erable impact on how the vehicle performs. Your vehicle is equipped with tires according to the vehicle's tire information placard on theB-pillar (the structural member at the side ofthe vehicle, at the rear of the driver's dooropening).
WARNING
A damaged tire could cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Some Volvo models are equipped with an Ultra High Performance tire and wheelcombination designed to provide maxi-mum dry pavement performance with con-sideration for hydroplaning resistance.They may be more susceptible to road haz-ard damage and, depending on drivingconditions, may achieve a tread life of lessthan 30,000 km (20,000 miles). Even ifthis vehicle is equipped with Volvo'sadvanced AWD or stability system, thesetires are not designed for winter driving,and should be replaced with winter tireswhen weather conditions dictate.
The tires have good road holding characteris- tics and offer good handling on dry and wetsurfaces. It should be noted however that thetires have been developed to give these fea-tures on snow/ice-free surfaces. Most models are equipped with "all-season" tires, which provide a somewhat higherdegree of roadholding on slippery road surfa-ces than tires without the "all-season" rating.However, for optimal roadholding on icy orsnow-covered roads, Volvo recommendssnow tires on all four wheels. When replacing tires, be sure that the newtires are the same size designation, type(radial) and preferably from the same manu-facturer, on all four wheels. Otherwise there isa risk of altering the vehicle's roadholding andhandling characteristics.
Recommended tiresOn delivery, the car is equipped with Volvo original tires that have the VOL
1
marking on
the side of the tires. These tires have been designed specifically for your vehicle. It istherefore important when replacing tires thatthe new tires have this same marking to helpmaintain the vehicle's driving characteristics,comfort and fuel consumption.
New tires
1 This may vary for certain tire dimensions.

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NOTE
The tire's load index and speed rating may not appear on the sidewall because theyare not required by law.
7.M+S or M/S = Mud and Snow, AT = All
Terrain, AS = All Season
8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) : This begins with the letters "DOT"
and indicates that the tire meets all federalstandards. The next two numbers are thefactory code where the tire was manufac-tured, the next two are the tire size codeand the last four numbers represent theweek and year the tire was made. Forexample, 0717 means that the tire wasmanufactured during week 7 of 2017. Thenumbers in between are marketing codesused at the manufacturer's discretion. Thisinformation helps a tire manufactureridentify a tire for safety recall purposes.
9. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used :
Indicates the number of plies indicates orthe number of layers of rubber-coated fab-ric in the tire tread and sidewall. Tire man-ufacturers also must indicate the plymaterials in the tire and the sidewall,which include steel, nylon, polyester, andothers.
10. Maximum Load : Indicates the maximum
load in pounds and kilograms that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the vehicle'stire information placard located on the B-Pillar for the correct tire pressure for yourvehicle.
11. Treadwear, Traction, and Temperaturegrades .
12. Maximum permissible inflationpressure: the greatest amount of air pres-
sure that should ever be put in the tire.This limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
Speed SymbolA tire's Speed Symbol (SS) indicates the maxi-mum speed for which the tire has been certi-fied and should be at least equivalent to thevehicle's top speed. Winter tires, with or without studs, are excep- tions and may use a lower SS. When wintertires are installed, the vehicle may not bedriven faster than the tires' SS. The vehicle's speed should always be deter- mined by the posted speed limit and trafficand road conditions, not the tire's SS. The following table indicates the maximum permissible speed for each SS.
M 130 km/h (81 mph)
Q 160 km/h (100 mph)
T 190 km/h (118 mph)
H 210 km/h (130 mph)
V 240 km/h (149 mph)
W 270 km/h (168 mph)
Y 300 km/h (186 mph)
WARNING
The wheel and tire sizes for your Volvo are specified to meet stringent stabilityand handling requirements. Unap-proved wheel/tire size combinationscan negatively affect your vehicle's sta-bility and handling.
Any damage caused by installation ofunapproved wheel/tire size combina-tions will not be covered by your newvehicle warranty. Volvo assumes noresponsibility for death, injury, orexpenses that may result from suchinstallations.
Related information
Tires (p. 538)

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If one of the front tires needs to be replaced with a spare tire:
1. Use the spare tire to replace the rear tire
on the same side of the vehicle as the flat tire.
2. Move the rear tire to the front to replace the flat tire.
Related information
Spare wheel (p. 557)
Tool kit (p. 552)
Removing a wheel (p. 554)
Snow tires
Snow tires are designed for winter driving conditions.
Volvo recommends snow tires with specific dimensions. The tire dimensions vary depend-ing on engine type. When driving with snowtires, the correct type of tires must be moun-ted on all four wheels.
NOTE
Contact a Volvo dealer for advice on the best choice of rims and tires.
Tips for changing snow tiresWhen switching between regular tires and snow tires, mark the tires according to whichside they were mounted on, e.g. L for left and
R for right.
Studded tiresStudded tires should be broken in by driving500–1000 km (300–600 miles) slowly andgently to help the studs settle properly in thetires. This gives the tire, and especially thestuds, a longer service life.
NOTE
Regulations regarding the use of studded tires vary from country to country.
Tread depthRoad conditions with ice, slush and low tem- peratures place considerably higher demandson tires than summer conditions. Volvo there-fore recommends not driving on snow tiresthat have a tread depth of less than 4 mm(0.15 inch).
Related information
When changing wheels (p. 552)
Winter driving (p. 442)
Tread wear indicator (p. 541)

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Snow chainsUsing snow chains and/or snow tires can help improve traction in winter driving condi-tions.
Volvo does not recommend use of snow chains on wheel dimensions larger than18 inches. For Polestar Engineered, Volvodoes not recommend use of snow chains onwheel dimensions other than 8.5x21 ET 38.5255/40.
WARNING
Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva- lent snow chains that are suitable for thevehicle model and the tire and wheel sizes.Only one-sided snow chains are permit-
ted. If uncertain about snow chains, Volvo rec- ommends contacting an authorized Volvoworkshop. Use of the wrong snow chainscould cause serious damage to the vehicleand result in an accident.
CAUTION
Snow chains can be used on the vehicle, with the following restrictions:
Always follow the manufacturer'sinstallation instructions carefully. Installchains as tightly as possible andretighten periodically.
Only put snow chains on the frontwheels (also applies to all-wheel drivevehicles).
If accessory, aftermarket or "custom"tires and wheels with different dimen-sions than the original tires and wheelsare used, snow chains in some casesmay NOT be used. Sufficient distancebetween the chains and brakes, sus-pension and body components mustbe maintained.
Check local regulations regarding theuse of snow chains before installing.
Never exceed the snow chain manu-facturer's specified maximum speedlimit. Under no circumstances shouldyou exceed 50 km/h (30 mph).
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turnswhen driving with snow chains.
Avoid driving on surfaces withoutsnow as this wears out both the snowchains and the tires.
The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving withchains. Avoid fast or sharp turns aswell as locked wheel braking.
Some types of strap-on chains affectbrake components and therefore mustNOT be used.
Consult a Volvo retailer for more information about snow chains.
Related information
Winter driving (p. 442)

INDEX
679
Start battery 451, 607
overload 451
Start engine 402 Starting the engine after a collision 64
Start the vehicle 402
Steel cargo grid 584
Steering assistance at risk of collision 355Steering power level, see Steering wheel
resistance 272
Steering wheel 201, 202 heating 218
keypad 201
paddle 201
steering wheel adjustment 202
Steering wheel keypad 201
Steering wheel paddles 419 Steering wheel resistance, speed-
dependent 272
Stone chips and scratches 645, 646
Storage compartments 570 center console 571
glove compartment 575
sun visor 577
Sunroof pinch protection 170
Sun shadepanoramic roof 176, 179
pinch protection 170
Sun visor 577 mirror lighting 166
Switching target vehicles with Adaptive Cruise Control 301
with Pilot Assist 301
Symbols dynamic 86
indicator symbols 97
warning symbols 100
Symbols and messages center display's status bar 127
hybrid-related 397
parking climate 232
system updates 594
T
Tailgate locking/unlocking 242, 256
open/close with foot movement 264
power 261
unlocking from inside 258
Technician certification 40
Temperature adjusting 223, 224
perceived 205
Temperature monitoring 390
Temporary Spare 557
Temporary tire sealing system 561 execution, checking 562
Inflating tires 565
Terms and conditions services 37
users 522
Tire dimensions 542 when changing wheels 552
Tires 538 direction of rotation 540
glossary of terms 541
inflation pressure table 665
mounting 556
pressure 665
removal 554
rotation when changing 538
specifications 542, 665
storage 538
tread wear indicator 541
winter tires 559
Tire sealing system Inflating tires 565
use 562

INDEX
680Tire tread 541
Tools 552Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems) 75
Top view 135
Total airing function 238
Towbar 455
removable, attaching, installing,
mounting 455
removable, removing, detaching 455
retractable 453
Towing 461
Towing capacity and towball load 660
Towing eyelet 461TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-
tem 547
Traction control 273
Traffic information 478 Trailer driving with a trailer 457
Lamps 460
swaying 459
Trailer Stability Assist 274 trailer 459
Trailer stabilizer 274, 459
Trailer towing trailer hitch 455
Transmission 416 automatic 417, 418
Transmission fluid grade 663
Travel Link 486 Fuel 489
Notifications 488
Sports 490
weather 487
Tread depth 541 winter tires 559
Tread wear indicator 541
Trip computer 91 display in instrument panel 93
Trip odometer 91
Trip odometer resetting 94
Trip statistics 94 settings 95
Troubleshooting Adaptive Cruise Control 287
Camera unit 313
City Safety 328
Radar unit 313
TSA - Trailer Stability Assist 459
Tunnel detection 159Turn off engine 404
Turn signals 162Twin Engine general 384
Type approval HomeLink ® 466
radar system 310
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 544
Units 135 Unlocking settings 241
with key blade 250
USB socket for connecting media 498
V
Vehicle care 638, 639, 641, 642, 643, 644
leather upholstery 636
Vehicle Event Data 35 Vehicle functions in the center display 125

INDEX
681
Vehicle key bat. low 243 Vehicle modem
connecting vehicle to Internet 518
settings 519
Vehicle recovery 462
Vehicle status 595 inflation pressure 550
Vehicle upholstery 633, 635, 636, 637
Vehicle weight 659
Ventilation 209, 210, 211 Seats 217
Video 496, 498 settings 497
Voice control 148 climate 205
phone 151
radio and media 152
settings 153
VOL mark 538
Volvo ID 28 create and register 29
W
Warning lightsAdaptive Cruise Control 300
airbags SRS 100
alternator does not charge 100
brake system error 100
low oil pressure 100
parking brake applied 100
Pilot Assist 300
seat belt reminder 100
stability and traction control system 273
starter battery not charging 100
system error 100
WARNING 100
Warning sound parking brake 413
warning symbols 100 Warning symbols safety 44
Warranties 590 Washer Headlights 183
rear window 184, 185
washer fluid, filling 650
Windshield 183
Washer fluid 180, 650
Waxing 638Weights Curb weight 659
Wheel bolts 553Wheels cleaning 644
mounting 556
removal 554
Snow chains 560
Wheels and tires Load index and speed symbol 542
Whiplash protection 48
Whiplash Protection System 48
WHIPS (Whiplash Protection System) 48Wi-Fi connecting vehicle to Internet 517
delete network 521 sharing Internet connection, tether-
ing, hotspot 520
technology and security 522
Windows and glass 170 Windshield projected image 145, 147
Windshield washing 183
Windshield wipers 180 rain sensor 181, 182
Winter driving 442 Snow chains 560
winter tires 559