ECU VOLVO XC90 2015 Owner's Manual

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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WARNING
After being folded down, be sure the back- rests are securely locked in place.
To return the backrest to the upright position:
1. Pull up and hold the handle on the side of the seat while the backrest is being folded up.
2. Be sure that the backrest and head restraint do not come in contact with the front seatswhile they are being folded up. Fold up thebackrest and release the handle.
3. Press the backrest until its lock engages.
4. Fold up the head restraint manually.
WARNING
Be sure the backrest and head restraint are securely locked in position after they havebeen folded up.
Related information
• Rear seats (p. 166)
• Adjusting the second row backrest tilt (p. 169)
• Folding the third row
* backrests (p. 172)
• Adjusting the second row head restraints(p. 167)
Moving the second row seats forward/rearward
In 7-seat models *, the second row seats can be
moved forward/rearward individually to help opti- mize legroom for the passengers. The second row seats cannot be moved in 5- seat models.
Lift the handle located under the seat.
Move the seat forward/rearward to the desired position.
3. Release the handle and move the seat so that it locks in the new position.
WARNING
Be careful when moving the seat to avoid injuries to your hands/fingers. Check that the seat is securely locked in posi- tion after being moved.
Related information
• Rear seats (p. 166)
• Getting into and out of the third row of seats (p. 172)

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Getting into and out of the third row of seats
The second row seats can be moved for easier access to the third row of seats *.
Getting into and out of a third row seat
To fold down the backrest:
1. Pull the handle on the upper side of one of
the outboard second row seats upward/ forward.
2. Fold the backrest forward and move the entire seat forward.
To return the backrest to the upright position:
–Move the seat back and fold up the backrest until it locks in position.
WARNING
Be sure the backrest and head restraint are securely locked in position after they havebeen folded up.
Related information
• Moving the second row seats forward/rear- ward (p. 171)
• Adjusting the second row backrest tilt(p. 169)
• Folding the second row backrests (p. 170)
Folding the third row
* backrests
The third row of seats has two individual seating positions that can be folded down manually or electrically *.
NOTE
Before folding down the third row seats, it may be necessary to change the position/tiltof the seats in the second row.
1. Pull the handle on the upper side of the
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2. Be sure that the backrest and head restraint
do not come in contact with the seat ahead while they are being folded down. Fold thebackrest down.
> The seat cushion will move downward/forward as the backrest is folded down to create a flat surface. The head restraintfolds down automatically when the back-rest is folded down.
To return the backrest to the upright position,fold the backrest up until it locks in position. Thehead restraint has to be folded up manually.
WARNING
Be sure the backrest and head restraint are securely locked in position after they havebeen folded up.
Related information
• Rear seats (p. 166)
• Adjusting the second row head restraints (p. 167)
• Adjusting the second row backrest tilt(p. 169)
• Moving the second row seats forward/rear-ward (p. 171)

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Cargo space
The vehicle has flexible cargo capacity that makes it possible to load and secure largeobjects.
By folding down the backrests in the second and third rows * of seats, the cargo capacity of the
vehicle increases considerably. To make loading easier, the rear section of the vehicle can beraised and lowered using the pneumatic suspen- sion *. Use the load anchoring eyelets or the gro-
cery bag holder to secure objects and the cargo compartment cover helps conceal the load. The spare tire, jack and tools can be found under the cargo compartment's floor.
Related information
• Loading (p. 207)
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 213)
• Cargo net (p. 209)
• Grocery bag holder (p. 209)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 212)
• Steel cargo grid
* (p. 211)
Passenger compartment storage spaces
The following is an overview of the passenger compartment and its storage spaces.
Front seats
Storage spaces in the door panel, near the steering wheel, the glove compartment and the sun visors
Storage spaces, cup holders and 12-volt socket in the tunnel console
Second row of seats
Storage compartments in the door panels, cupholders in the center seat's backrest, storage pockets on the rearside of the front seat backrest, and 12-volt socket onthe rear side of the tunnel console

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Third row of seats*
Storage space and cup holder in the side panel and the storage space between the seats
WARNING
Always stow loose items such as cell phones, cameras, remote controls, etc. in the glovecompartment or other storage spaces to helpkeep them from becoming projectiles in theevent of sudden braking, etc.
Related information
•Tunnel console (p. 202)
• Using the glove compartment (p. 201)
• Electrical sockets (p. 204)
• Sun visors (p. 203)
Using the glove compartment
The glove compartment provides a lockable stor- age compartment for small items.
The glove compartment and opening button on the cen- ter console
The owner's manual and maps can be kept here. There are also holders for pens on the inside ofthe glove compartment door.
Opening the glove compartment
–Press the glove compartment button on the center console.
> The glove compartment door will open.
Locking/unlocking the glove compartment
The glove compartment can be locked when e.g., the vehicle is in a workshop for service, etc. Whenthe private locking function is activated, the tail-gate is also locked. Locking the glove compartment
1. This can be done from the center display's
Function or Settings view:
• Go to Function view and tap
Private
locking unlocked.
• Go to Settings view and select
My CarLocking. Tap the Private Locking box.
> A pop-up window will appear.
NOTE
A security code has to be selected the first time this function is used. This code is usedto reset the function if an attempt has beenmade to deactivate private locking using anincorrect code. Keep this code in a safe place.
2. Enter the code to be used to unlock the glove compartment and tap Confirm.
> The glove compartment will be locked.

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Loading
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is determined by factors such as the number ofpassengers, the amount of cargo, the weight ofany accessories that may be installed, etc.
Tailgate opening button on the lighting panel
Open the tailgate by pressing the button on the lighting panel, pressing the
button on the
remote key or by using the optional foot move- ment sensor under the rear bumper.
Loading recommendations
• Load objects in the cargo compartment against the backrest whenever possible.
• If the backrests of the second row seats arefolded down, they should not be in contactthe front seat backrests. This could impede the function of the Whiplash ProtectionSystem (WHIPS).
• Unstable loads can be secured to the loadanchoring eyelets with straps or web lash-ings to help keep them from shifting.
• Stop the engine and apply the parking brakewhen loading or unloading long objects. Thegear selector can be knocked out of positionby long loads, which could set the vehicle inmotion.
WARNING
•
Stop the engine, put the gear selector in P
, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
• The vehicle's driving characteristics may change depending on the weight and dis-tribution of the load.
• A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces aforce of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in ahead-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
• The cargo area and rear seat should notbe loaded to a level higher than 2 in.(5 cm) below the upper edge of the rearside windows. Objects placed higher thanthis level could impede the function ofthe Inflatable Curtain.
WARNING
•
Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure theload to help prevent shifting during sud-den stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent itfrom moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
Raising/lowering the rear-end of the vehicle *
Using the buttons on the read edge of the cargo compartment, the rear-end of the vehicle (thelevel of the cargo compartment floor) can beraised or lowered for easier loading or to make attaching a trailer 1
simpler.
1 An accessory trailer hitch can be purchased from a Volvo retailer.

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Level control buttons on the rear edge of the cargo compartment
The level control consists of two buttons: one to raise and one to lower the rear-end of the vehi-cle. Press and hold the respective buttons until the desired level has been reached.
NOTE
The level cannot be adjusted if a door or the hood are open (this does not apply to the tail-gate).
WARNING
Be sure that the entire area under the vehicle is completely unobstructed before loweringthe level.
Extra loading spaceThe rear seat backrests can be folded down to added cargo space or for transporting longobjects.
Roof loadsLoad carriers are available as Volvo accessories.Observe the following points when in use:
• To avoid damaging your vehicle and to achieve maximum safety when driving, werecommend using the load carriers that Volvohas developed especially for your vehicle.
• Volvo-approved removable roof racks aredesigned to carry the maximum allowableroof load for this vehicle (see the article"Weights" for specific information).
• Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weighlimits.
• Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loadsevenly.
• Place heavier cargo at the bottom of theload.
• Secure the cargo correctly with appropriatetie-down equipment.
• Check periodically that the load carriers andload are properly secured.
• Remember that the vehicle's center of gravityand handling change when you carry a loadon the roof. •
The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con-sumption will increase with the size of theload.
• Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast cor-nering and hard braking.
See the article "Weights" for information about the maximum permissible load that can be trans-ported on the roof.
Related information
• Folding the second row backrests (p. 170)
• Folding the third row
* backrests (p. 172)
• Weights (p. 539)
• Cargo net (p. 209)
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 213)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 212)
• Whiplash protection system (p. 89)

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WARNING
•Objects in the cargo compartment should always be securely anchored.
• The nets upper hooks must be securelyinserted into the ceiling mounting pointsand the lower spring hooks must besecurely hooked onto the cargo anchor-ing eyelets.
• A damaged net must never be used.
Attaching1. Fold out the cargo net and fold out the upper
rod. Be sure it locks in position.
2. Insert one of the net's upper hooks into the front or rear ceiling mounting point with the net's lower straps' locks facing you. 3. Insert the other upper hook into the ceiling
mounting point on the opposite side. It isspring-loaded to make mounting easier. Press each of the hooks as far forward into the respective mounting points as possible.
Rear mounting
4. Rear mounting: with the upper hooks inserted into the rear ceiling mounting points, hook the lower straps through the loadanchoring eyelets on the floor of the cargocompartment as show in the illustration.
Front mounting
Front mounting: with the upper hooks inserted into the front ceiling mountingpoints, hook the lower straps through theeyelets on the front seat rails as shown in theillustration. Attaching the net is easier if thefront seat backrests are upright and the seatsare moved slightly forward. Adjust the front seats so that they only touch the net but do not apply pressure to it.

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CAUTION
Pressure from the front seats against the cargo net could damage the net and/or itsbrackets.
5. Pull the lower straps taut.
Removing and storing
1. Reduce tension on the net by pressing the
button on the lower straps' respective locks and allow some slack on both sides.
2. Press in the catches and release both of the straps' hooks.
3. Remove the upper hooks from the ceiling mounting points.
4. Press the red button on the upper rod to allow it to fold.
5. Fold and roll up the net. Store the net under the cargo compartment floor.
Related information
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 213)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 212)
• Steel cargo grid
* (p. 211)
• Loading (p. 207)
Steel cargo grid
*
Your vehicle can be equipped with a steel grid that helps prevent objects in the cargo area frommoving forward into the passenger compart-ment.
The steel grid is made up of the grid itself and two separate mounting brackets. Each of thebrackets has a screw cover and there are twoplastic sleeves for the grid.
WARNING
• No one should ever be allowed to remain in the cargo compartment when the vehi-cle is moving.
• The steel grid may only be used in therear position described in this article. Theceiling attachment points above the front seats are
not intended to anchor the
steel grid.
• The third row of seats (7-seat models
*
only): these seats must be folded down when the steel grid is mounted in thevehicle.
• After being mounted, be sure that thesteel grid is securely anchored in place.
Mounting1. Fold down the rear seats (second row of
seats in 7-seat models) and lift in the steel grid through one of the rear doors or the tail-gate. The curved (convex) side of the gridshould face toward the cargo compartmentand the hooks on each side of the gridshould face upward. The mounting bracketsand plastic sleeves are not needed in thisstep.
2. Press one of the grid's hooks into the largerpart of the opening in the ceiling attachment point (1) as shown in the illustration.
3. Grasp the grid near the hook and move it toward the smaller opening (2).
> This secures the hook in the attachmentpoint.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the hook on the opposite side of the grid.

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5. Attach the mounting bracket's hook through
the cargo anchoring eyelet near the floor of the cargo compartment and insert the threa-ded section of the bracket through the grid'slower attachment hole (1).
6. Slide the plastic sleeve onto the threaded section of the of the mounting bracket withthe sleeve's flange turned upward and pressit down through the hole. Screw the screwcover into place until its underside isapprox. 0.2 in. (5 mm) from the grid (2).
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the opposite side.
8. Center the grid and tighten both mounting brackets alternately until the grid is held securely in place.
RemovingPerform the steps above in reverse order. Thehooks can be removed before the plastic sleevesare removed from the holes in the grid.
Related information
• Cargo net (p. 209)
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 213)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 212)
• Loading (p. 207)
Load anchoring eyelets
The eyelets in the cargo compartment can be folded out to secure objects with straps, a net,etc.
Load anchoring eyelets
WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure theload to help prevent shifting during sud-den stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent itfrom moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.