dashboard VOLVO XC90 2018 Owner´s Manual

CLIMATE CONTROL
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Air distribution options Air distribution can be adjusted manually if nee- ded. The following options are available.
Air distributionPurpose
If all air distribution buttons are deselected in manual mode, the climate control system will revert to automatic mode.
Main airflow from defroster vents. Some airflow from other vents. Helps remove ice and condensation in cold and humid weather(blower speed should not be set too low).
Main airflow from dashboard vents. Some airflow from other vents. Provides effective cooling in warm weather.
Main airflow from floor vents. Some airflow from other vents. Provides heating or cooling in footwell areas.

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Air distributionPurpose
Main airflow from defroster and dashboard vents. Some airflow from other vents.Provides a comfortable climate in warm and dry weather.
Main airflow from defroster and floor vents. Some airflow from other vents.Provides a comfortable climate and effective defogging in cold andhumid weather.
Main airflow from dashboard and floor vents. Some airflow from other vents.Provides a comfortable climate in sunny, cool weather.
Main airflow from defroster, dashboard and floor vents. Provides balanced comfort in the passenger compartment.

KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
* Option/accessory.
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Lock indication
When the vehicle is locked or unlocked, the turn signals will flash to indicate that the vehicle hasbeen locked or unlocked correctly.
Exterior confirmationLocking
• The turn signals will flash once and the door mirrors will fold in 1
to confirm the vehicle is
locked.
Unlocking
• The turn signals will flash twice and the doormirrors will fold out 1
to confirm the vehicle is
unlocked.
All doors, tailgate and hood must be closed for confirmation to be given. If only the driver's door is closed when the vehicle is locked 2
, the vehicle
will be locked but the turn signals will only flash to indicate locking when all doors and the hoodand tailgate have been closed.
Lock and alarm indicator
The locks and alarm indicator on the dashboard will dis- play the status of the locking system.
A long flash indicates that the vehicle is locked. When the vehicle is locked, this will be indicatedby short, pulsing flashes.
Other indicators
The home safe lighting and approach lighting functions also indicate when the vehicle is lockedor unlocked.
Lock button indicators
Front door
Lock buttons with indicator lights in front door.
Illuminated indicator lights in both front door lock buttons indicate that all doors are locked. If anydoor is opened, the lights in both doors will goout.
1 Only vehicles with power folding mirrors.
2 Does not apply to vehicles equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive Entry *).

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Unlocking the tailgate from insidethe vehicle
The tailgate can be locked from the inside using a button on the dashboard.
1.
Press the button on the dashboard.
> The tailgate will unlock and can be opened from the outside by pressing the rubberized pressure plate on the handle.
2. With the optional power tailgate
* -
Press and hold the
button on the dash-
board.
> The tailgate will open.
Related information
• Locking and unlocking from inside the vehi- cle (p. 255)
• Opening and closing the power tailgate
*
(p. 259)
Activating and deactivating childsafety locks
Child safety locks help prevent children from opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. There is an electric safety lock * and a manual
safety lock.
Activating and deactivating electric child safety locks *
The electric child safety lock can be activated and deactivated in any ignition mode higher than 0. The lock can be activated and deactivated up
to 2 minutes after the engine is turned off if no door has been opened.
Button for electric activation and deactivation.
1. Start the engine and select any ignition
mode higher than 0.

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Closing and locking 17
the power
tailgate
–Press the button on the lower edge of
the tailgate to close and simultaneously lock the tailgate and doors (all doors must beclosed in order to lock).
> The tailgate closes automatically - the tail-
gate and doors lock, and the alarm * is
activated.
NOTE
• One of the vehicle's remote keys must be within range for locking and unlocking tobe possible.
• When the keyless locking or closing
* func-
tions are used, three audible signals willsound if the key is not detected closeenough to the tailgate.
CAUTION
When operating the tailgate manually, open and close it slowly. If you encounter resis-tance, do not use force. This could lead todamage and loss of function.
Interrupting opening or closingInterrupt opening or closing by doing one of the following:
• Press the button on the dashboard.
• Press the button on the remote key.
• Press the close button on the underside ofthe tailgate.
• Press the rubberized pressure plate on theunderside of the tailgate's outer handle.
• Using a foot movement
*.
Tailgate movement is interrupted and stops. Thetrunk lid can then be opened or closed manually.
Pinch protectionIf anything obstructs the tailgate with enoughforce to prevent it from opening or closing, pinchprotection will be activated.
• When opening - the tailgate will stop movingand an audible signal will sound.
• When closing - the tailgate will stop, a longaudible signal will sound and the tailgate willreturn to the programmed maximum openingposition.
WARNING
Be aware of the risk of serious injury when operating the tailgate. Before opening/clos-ing, make sure that no one is in the path ofthe tailgate who could be injured by its move-ment. Always operate the tailgate with caution.
Preloaded springs
Preloaded springs for the power tailgate.
WARNING
Do not attempt to open or access the preloa- ded springs in the power tailgate struts. Theyare preloaded with high pressure and cancause injury if opened.
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Vehicles equipped with keyless locking and unlocking (Passive Entry *) have a button for closing and a button for closing and locking.

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Related information
•Private Locking (p. 264)
Alarm
The alarm emits sound and light signals if any- one without a valid remote key attempts to breakinto the vehicle or interferes with the start batteryor alarm siren.
When armed, the alarm will be triggered if:
• the hood, tailgate or any door is opened.
• a battery cable is disconnected
• the alarm siren is disconnected.
Alarm signalsThe following occurs if the alarm is triggered:
• A siren will sound for 30 seconds or until the alarm is turned off.
• All turn signals will flash for 5 minutes oruntil the alarm is turned off.
If the reason the alarm was triggered is not recti- fied, the alarm cycle will repeat up to 10 times 20
.
Alarm indicator
A red indicator light on the dashboard shows the status of the alarm:
• Indicator off - the alarm is disarmed.
• Indicator flashes once every two seconds -the alarm is armed.
• The indicator flashes quickly after the alarmhas been disabled for up to 30 seconds or until the ignition is put in
I mode by turning
the start knob clockwise and then releasing - the alarm has been triggered.
20 Certain markets only.

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In the event of alarm system failureIf a problem is detected in the alarm system, a symbol and the message
Alarm system failure Service
required will appear in the instrument
panel. Contact a workshop - an authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
NOTE
Do not attempt to repair or alter any of the components in the alarm system yourself. Anysuch attempt could affect the terms and con-ditions of your insurance policy.
Related information
• Arming and disarming the alarm (p. 267)
Arming and disarming the alarm
The alarm is armed when the vehicle is locked.
Arming the alarmLock and arm the vehicle by:
• pressing the lock button on the remote key
• touch the marked surface on the outside of the door handle or the rubberized pressure plate on the tailgate 21
.
If the vehicle is equipped with both keyless lock- ing/unlocking * and power tailgate *, the button
on the lower edge of the tailgate can also
be used to lock and arm the vehicle.
A red LED light on the dashboard will flash every other second when the vehicle is locked and the alarm isarmed.
Disarming the alarmUnlock and disarm the vehicle alarm by:
• pressing the unlock button on the remote key
•
grip a door handle or press the tailgate's rub- berized pressure plate 21
.
21 Only vehicles with keyless locking and unlocking * (Passive Entry).

SPECIFICATIONS
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Vehicle Emission Control Information. US
models. Your Volvo is designed to meet all appli-
cable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the underside of the hood.For further information regarding these regula-tions, please consult your Volvo retailer.
Vehicle Emission Control Information.
Canadian models. Your Volvo is designed to
meet all applicable emission standards, as evi- denced by the certification label on the undersideof the hood. For further information regardingthese regulations, please consult your Volvoretailer.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The
VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) should always be quoted in all correspond-ence concerning your vehicle with the retailer andwhen ordering parts.
Tire inflation pressures. This label indicates
the correct inflation pressures for the tires that were on the vehicle when it left the factory.
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS) standards (Canada). Your
Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safetystandards, as evidenced by the certification labelon the driver's side B-pillar (the structural mem-ber at the side of the vehicle, at the rear of thedriver's door opening). This label also includescodes for paint color, etc. For further informationregarding these regulations, please consult yourVolvo retailer. U.S. models have the upper decal;Canadian models have the lower one.