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2006 VOLVO XC90
1-800-458-1552  
http://www.volvocars.us 
In Canada:  
Volvo Cars of Canada Ltd. 
National Customer Service 
175 Gordon Baker Road 
North York, Ontario M2H 2N7 
1-800-663-8255  
http://www.volvocanada.com 
 
2005 © Volvo Cars of North America, LLC 
General information 
 
Shiftlock (automatic transmission) 
When your vehicle is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To release the selector from this 
position, turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), \
depress the brake pedal, press the button on the 
front side of the gear selector and move the selector from (P)ark. 
Keylock (automatic transmission)  
When you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can be 
removed from the ignition switch. 
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)  
The ABS system in your vehicle performs a self-diagnostic test when the \
vehicle first reaches the speed of 
approximately 12 mph (20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate several t\
imes and a sound may be audible from 
the ABS control module. This is normal. 
Fuel filler door 
The fuel filler door, located on the right rear fender, is connected to \
your vehicle's central locking system. 
Press the button on the light switch panel (see illustration on 
page 29) when the vehicle is at a standstill to 
unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will \
remain unlocked until the vehicle begins to 
move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door r\
elocks. 
Fuel filler cap 
After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise until\
 it clicks into place. If this cap is not closed 
tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Ma\
lfunction Indicator Lamp ("Check 
Engine" light) will illuminate. 
Important information  
Before you operate your vehicle for the first time, please familiarize y\
ourself with the new engine oil 
consumption information on 
page 86. You should also be familiar with the information in chapters one, two \
and eight of this manual.
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9. Tachometer 22 
10. Ambient temperature gauge, clock, gear indicator 22 
11. Fuel gauge 22 
12. Indicator and warning symbols 23 
13. Panel vents 52 
14. Glove compartment 69 
15. Hazard warning flashers 36 
16. Audio system 183 
17. Switches in the center console 27 
18. Climate system controls 53 
19. Windshield wiper/washer lever 33 
20. Audio control buttons in steering wheel 185 
21. Instrument panel 22 
22. Horn iv 
23. Cruise control buttons in steering wheel 38 
24. Turn signals, High/low beams 32 
25. Front fog lights, Rear fog light 29 
26. Parking brake pedal 41 
27. Parking brake release handle 41 
28. Button for unlocking fuel filler door 29 
29. Hood open lever 41 
30. Reading lights 65 
31. Courtesy light 65 
32. Moonroof control (option) 46 
33. Seat belt reminder 25 
34. Rearview mirror 44 
35. Central locking button 79 
36. Lockout switch for rear seat power windows 43 
37. Power window controls 42 
38. Sideview mirror controls 44 
WARNING!  
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, unseen damage may affect you\
r vehicle's driveability and 
safety. 
Contents 
 
Contents
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The tachometer shows engine speed in thousands of revolutions per minute\
 (rpm). Do not drive 
continuously with the needle in the red area of the dial, which indicate\
s maximum allowable engine rpm 
range. Instead, shift to a higher gear or slow the vehicle down. The eng\
ine management system will 
automatically prevent excessively high engines speeds. This will be noti\
ceable as a pronounced 
unevenness in engine speed. 
10. Gear and driving mode indicator 
The currently selected driving mode is displayed here. If you use the Ge\
artronic function on the 
automatic transmission, the currently selected gear will be displayed. 
11. Ambient temperature gauge 
This display indicates the air temperature outside your vehicle. A "snow\
flake" symbol in the text 
window is displayed when the temperature is in the range of 23 - 36° \
F (-5 - +2° C). Please note that this 
symbol does not indicate a fault with your vehicle. At low speeds or whe\
n the vehicle is not moving, the 
temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient temp\
erature. 
12. Clock/set button 
Turn the button to set the clock. 
13. Fuel gauge 
The fuel tank holds approximately 21.1 US gals. (80 liters).  
When a warning light in the gauge comes on, there are approximately 2.1 \
US gal. (8 liters) of fuel 
remaining in the tank. 
14. Indicator and warning symbols 
pg. 23 Instruments and controls 
Indicator and warning symbols
The indicator and warning symbols light up when you turn the ignition ke\
y to the driving position 
(position II) before starting. This shows that the symbols are functio\
ning. When the engine starts, all 
symbols go out. If the engine is not started within 5 seconds, all symbo\
ls except CHECK ENGINE and 
 go out. The symbol for the parking brake goes out when the parking brak\
e is released. 
Warning symbol 
 in center of instrument panel 
This symbol shines as a red or yellow light depending on the severity of\
 the fault that has been detected.
Red symbol -Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in a suitable location and read th\
e message shown in 
the text window. The symbol and accompanying text will remain on until t\
he fault has been corrected.
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Never use ice scrapers made of metal as the can easily scratch the mirro\
r surface. 
 Temperature 
These controls are used to individually set the temperature for both sid\
es of the passenger compartment. 
Please note that the compartment will not be heated or cooled faster by \
setting the temperature higher or 
lower than necessary.
Set the control to the temperature you prefer. 
 Defroster 
This function defrosts/de-ices the windshield and front side windows. Th\
e LED in the switch will light up to 
indicate that the defrost function is engaged. Blower speed increases au\
tomatically and the air in the 
passenger compartment is dehumidified. Recirculation will not function w\
hile defrost is engaged. 
 Blower control* 
Turn the control clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease t\
he blower speed. Pressing the 
AUTO switch will automatically regulate blower speed and override manual\
 adjustment. 
NOTE: Turning the blower control counterclockwise until an orange LED comes on\
 will turn both the 
blower and the air conditioning off.
* See also 
page 50. 
  
Blower control for rear climate system (option) 
Turn the control to increase or decrease blower speed. 
pg. 55 Climate control 
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engine with an adequate supply of fuel. Therefore, it is advisable to re\
fuel as soon as possible when the 
needle nears the red zone, or when the fuel warning light comes on. 
WARNING! 
Never carry a cell phone that is switched on while refueling your vehicle. If the phone rings, this may 
cause a spark that could ignite gasoline fumes, resulting in fire and in\
jury. 
CAUTION 
- Do not refuel with the engine running *. Turn the ignition off or to p\
osition I. If the ignition is on, 
an incorrect reading could occur in the fuel gauge 
- After refueling, close the fuel filler cap by turning it clockwise unt\
il it clicks into place*. 
- Allow for fuel expansion by not overfilling the tank. Overfilling coul\
d also cause damage to the 
emission control systems. 
- Avoid spilling gasoline during refueling. In addition to causing damag\
e to the environment, 
gasolines containing alcohol can cause damage to painted surfaces, which\
 may not be covered under 
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 
- Do not use gasolines containing methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcoho\
l). This practice can result 
in vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in th\
e fuel system. Such damage 
may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. 
* If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is runni\
ng when the vehicle is refueled, the 
Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. \
However, your vehicle's 
performance will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fu\
el filler caps. 
pg. 89 Starting and driving 
Starting the engine 
1. Fasten the seat belt. 
WARNING! 
Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are adj\
usted properly. Make sure the 
brake pedal can be depressed completely. Adjust the seat if necessary. S\
ee 
pages 58, 60. 
2. Apply the parking brake if not already set. The gear selector is lock\
ed in the (P)ark position 
(Shiftlock). 
Manual transmission: the clutch must be fully depressed.
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4. Insert the hooked end of the crank in the spare wheel retaining attac\
hment (see the illustration above). 
5. Lower the spare wheel under the vehicle by turning the crank counterc\
lockwise until it is not possible 
to turn it further. 
6. Pivot the toggle at the end of the cable 90 degrees to release it fro\
m the spare wheel. 
7. Crank up the cable again by turning the crank clockwise.CAUTION 
When the spare wheel is mounted on the vehicle, the retaining cable coul\
d damage the underside of 
the vehicle if it is not retracted. 
8. Place the wheel with the flat tire in the vehicle's cargo compartment\
. 
NOTE: The space under the vehicle is designed to hold the special spare wheel \
only. Other full-size 
wheels will not fit in this compartment. 
pg. 127 Wheels and tires 
 
Returning the spare wheel to its storage compartment 
1. Use the crank (turn it counterclockwise) to lower the spare wheel's\
 retaining cable. 
2. Pass the toggle at the end of the cable through the center hole in th\
e spare wheel. Pivot the toggle 90 
degrees so that when raised, the wheel will rest on the toggle. 
3. Retract the retaining cable slightly by slowly turning the crank cloc\
kwise several times. 
4. Position the wheel so that it is not obstructed by components in the \
exhaust system. 
5. Continue to raise the wheel by turning the crank clockwise.Raise the \
wheel a little bit at a time and 
guide it around the rear axle until it is securely seated in the storage\
 area. 
6. When it is no longer possible to turn the crank any further, check th\
at the spare wheel is securely in 
position in the storage compartment. 
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Changing a wheel: 
1. Park the vehicle on a firm, level, non-slippery surface. 
2. Engage the parking brake and put the gear selector in the Park positi\
on. 
3. Loosen the wheel bolts by exerting downward pressure on the lug wrenc\
h. 
4. Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the\
 tool bag. 
5. With the wheels still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the\
 wheel bolts 1/2 - 1 turn. Turn the 
bolts counterclockwise to loosen the bolts. CAUTION 
- The vehicle must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or \
with a spare tire other than 
the one that came with the vehicle. The use of different size wheels can\
 seriously damage your 
vehicle's transmission. 
- Correct tightening torque on wheel bolts must be observed. 
- The wheel bolts should never be greased or lubricated. 
- Extended, chromed wheel bolts must not be used with steel rims, as the\
y make it impossible to fit 
the hub caps. 
pg. 129 Wheels and tires 
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5. Insert the new bulb (without touching the glass) in the holder. 
6. Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until i\
t seats properly. 
7. Press the bulb holder into place on the headlight housing. 
8. Press the rubber cover into place. 
Replacing the parking light/side marker light bulbs 
1. Turn the lamp holder approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull\
 it out of the headlight housing. 
2. Pull the bulb straight out. 
3. Align the guide lugs on the side of the base of the new bulb in the g\
rooves in the holder and press it 
into place. 
4. Press the lamp holder into the place in the headlight housing and tur\
n it approximately 1/4 turn 
clockwise. 
pg. 159 Maintenance 
Bulbs (contd)
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Replacing the turn signal bulb 
1. Turn the lamp holder approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull\
 it out of the headlight housing. 
2. Press in the bulb slightly and pull it out of the holder. 
3. Align the guide lugs on the side of the base of the new bulb in the g\
rooves in the holder. Press it in 
and turn it slightly clockwise. 
4. Press the lamp holder into the place in the headlight housing and tur\
n it approximately 1/4 turn 
clockwise. 
Replacing the side turn signal bulb 
1. Switch off the ignition. 
2. Pry out the lens by inserting a small screw driver under the lower ed\
ge. 
3. Turn the lamp holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull it straight o\
ut. 
4. Pull the bulb straight out of the holder. 
5. Press the new bulb into the holder. 
6. Reinsert the bulb holder in the lens and turn 1/4 turn clockwise. 
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Front fog lights 
Avoid touching the glass on the bulb with your fingers. 
1. Switch off the ignition. 
2. Turn the bulb holder slightly counterclockwise to release it. 
3. Replace the bulb. The shape of the foot of the bulb corresponds to th\
e shape of the bulb holder. 
4. Reinstall the bulb holder by turning it slightly clockwise. The side \
of the holder marked "TOP" should 
face upward. 
pg. 160 Maintenance 
Location of tail light bulbs 
 
A - Turn signal  
B - Brake light  
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