weight VOLVO XC90 2018 Owner´s Manual

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Related information
•Safety mode (p. 61)
• Starting the vehicle (p. 404)
• Recovery (p. 455)
Child safety
Children should always be seated safely when traveling in the vehicle.
General informationVolvo recommends the proper use of restraint systems for all occupants including children.Remember that, regardless of age and size, achild should always be properly restrained in avehicle. Your vehicle is also equipped with ISOFIX/ LATCH attachments, which make it more conven-ient to install child seats. Some restraint systems for children are designed to be secured in the vehicle by lap belts or thelap portion of a lap-shoulder belt. Such childrestraint systems can help protect children invehicles in the event of an accident only if theyare used properly. However, children could beendangered in a crash if the child restraints arenot properly secured in the vehicle. Failure to fol-low the installation instructions for your childrestraint can result in your child striking the vehi-cle's interior in a sudden stop. Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable substitute for a child restraint system. In an acci-dent, a child held in a person's arms can becrushed between the vehicle's interior and anunrestrained person. The child could also beinjured by striking the interior, or by being ejectedfrom the vehicle during a sudden maneuver or impact. The same can also happen if the infant orchild rides unrestrained on the seat. Other occu-pants should also be properly restrained to helpreduce the chance of injuring or increasing theinjury of a child. All states and provinces have legislation govern- ing how and where children should be carried ina vehicle. Find out the regulations existing in yourstate or province. Recent accident statistics haveshown that children are safer in rear seatingpositions than front seating positions when prop-erly restrained. A child restraint system can helpprotect a child in a vehicle. Here's what to lookfor when selecting a child restraint system: It should have a label certifying that it meets applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Stand-ards (FMVSS 213) - or in Canada, CMVSS 213. Make sure the child restraint system is approved for the child's height, weight and development -the label required by the standard or regulation,or instructions for infant restraints, typically pro-vide this information. In using any child restraint system, we urge you to carefully look over the instructions that areprovided with the restraint. Be sure you under-stand them and can use the device properly andsafely in this vehicle. A misused child restraintsystem can result in increased injuries for boththe infant or child and other occupants in thevehicle.

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Booster cushion
WARNING
Always refer to the child restraint manufactur- er's instructions for detailed information onsecuring the restraint.
WARNING
•When not in use, keep the child restraint system secured or remove it from thepassenger compartment to help prevent itfrom injuring passengers in the event of asudden stop or collision.
• A small child's head represents a consid-erable part of its total weight and its neckis still very weak. Volvo recommends thatchildren up to age 4 travel, properlyrestrained, facing rearward. In addition,Volvo recommends that children shouldride rearward facing, properly restrained,as long as possible.
Automatic Locking Retractor/ Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)
To make child seat installation easier, each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equipped witha locking mechanism to help keep the seat belttaut.
When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:
1. Attach the seat belt to the child seat accord-
ing to the child seat manufacturer's instruc- tions.
2. Pull the seat belt out as far as possible.
3. Insert the seat belt latch plate into the buckle (lock) in the usual way. 4. Release the seat belt and pull it taut around
the child seat.
A sound from the seat belt retractor will be audi- ble at this time and is normal. The belt will nowbe locked in place. This function is automaticallydisabled when the seat belt is unlocked and thebelt is fully retracted.
WARNING
Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger'sseat. We also recommend that children whohave outgrown these devices sit in the rearseat with the seat belt properly fastened.
Child restraint registration and recallsChild restraints could be recalled for safety rea- sons. You must register your child restraint to bereached in a recall. To stay informed about childsafety seat recalls, be sure to fill out and returnthe registration card that comes with new childrestraints. Child restraint recall information is readily availa- ble in both the U.S. and Canada. For recall infor-mation in the U.S., call the U.S. Government'sAuto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393 or go tohttp://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/register/childseat/index.cfm. In Canada,visit Transport Canada's Child Safety website athttp://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/childsafety/menu.htm.

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WARNING
•A small child's head represents a consider- able part of its total weight and its neck isstill very weak. Volvo recommends thatchildren up to age 4 travel, properlyrestrained, facing rearward. In addition,Volvo recommends that children shouldride rearward facing, properly restrained, aslong as possible.
• Convertible child seats should be installedin the rear seat only.
• A rear-facing convertible seat should notbe positioned behind the driver's seatunless there is adequate space for safeinstallation.
2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seat according to the child restraint manufactur-er's instructions.
Fasten the seat belt.
3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latchplate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct click is audible.
4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt out as far as possible to activate the belt's auto-matic locking function.
NOTE
The locking retractor will automatically release when the seat belt is unbuckled andallowed to retract fully.
5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place, letthe seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound from the seat belt retractor's automatic lock-ing function will be audible at this time and isnormal. The seat belt should now be lockedin place.
Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt.
6. Push and pull the convertible seat along theseat belt path to ensure that it is held securely in place by the seat belt.

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To access the anchors
1. Put the child restraint in position.
2. Kneel on the child restraint to press downthe seat cushion and locate the anchors by feel.
3. Fasten the attachment on the child restraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX/LATCHlower anchors.
4. Firmly tension the lower child seat straps according to the manufacturer's instructions.
WARNING
Volvo's ISOFIX/LATCH anchors conform to FMVSS/CMVSS standards. Always refer tothe child restraint system's manual for weightand size ratings.
NOTE
• The rear center seat is not equipped with ISOFIX/LATCH lower tether anchors. If achild restraint is used in this seat, attachthe restraint's upper anchor strap (ifequipped with these) to the top tetheranchor point for this strap and secure thechild restraint with the vehicle's centerseat belt.
• Always follow your child seat manufactur-er's installation instructions, and use bothISOFIX/LATCH lower anchors and toptethers whenever possible.
Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIX/LATCH lower anchors
WARNING
• Be sure to fasten the attachment cor- rectly to the anchor (see the illustration).If the attachment is not correctly fas-tened, the child restraint may not beproperly secured in the event of a colli-sion.
• The ISOFIX/LATCH lower child restraintanchors are only intended for use withchild seats positioned in the outboardseating positions. These anchors are notcertified for use with any child restraintthat is positioned in the center seatingposition. When securing a child restraintin the center seating position, use onlythe vehicle's center seat belt.
Related information
• Child restraints (p. 65)
• Top tether anchors (p. 72)
• ISOFIX/LATCH lower anchors (p. 74)

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Integrated booster cushion *1
The integrated booster cushion in the second row center seating position helps ensure that achild can sit comfortably and safely.
The integrated booster cushion has been spe- cially designed to help safeguard children in therear seat when used with the vehicle's seat belts. If using a booster cushion does not result in proper positioning of the shoulder strap, then thechild should be placed in a properly secured childrestraint. The shoulder belt must never be placedbehind the child's back or under the arm. Only used for children in the weight range 15-36 kg (33-80 lbs) and height range97-137 cm (38-54 inches). In Canada : 18 kg (40 lbs) is the minimum
weight requirement for a child using booster cushions according to the Canadian regulationCMVSS 213.4
Correct seating position: the seat belt is positioned across the collarbone.
Before driving, make sure that:
• the booster cushion is locked into position
• the head restraint is set to the same height as the child's head, so that, if possible, theentire back of the child's head is covered
• the seat belt is taut, in contact with thechild's body and not twisted
• the seat belt is not positioned across thechild's throat or below the shoulder
• the lap section of the seat belt is placed lowover the child's hips to provide the best pro-tection.
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur •
Follow all instructions on this child restraint and in the vehicle'sowner's manual.
• Make sure the booster cushion issecurely locked before the childis seated.
• Only use for children who weigh between 15-36 kg (33-80 lbs) and who arebetween 97-137 cm (38-54 tum) inheight. In Canada: 18 kg (40 lbs) is theminimum weight requirement for a childusing booster cushions according to theCanadian regulation CMVSS 213.4
• Use only the vehicle's lap and shoulderbelt system when restraining the child inthis booster cushion.
• In the event of a collision while the inte-grated booster cushion was occupied, theentire booster cushion and seat belt mustbe replaced. The booster cushion shouldalso be replaced if it is badly worn ordamaged in any way. This work should beperformed by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician only.
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Canada only: This cushion may be referred to as a built-in booster cushion.

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WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur •
Follow all instructions on this child restraint and in the vehicle'sowner's manual.
• Make sure the booster cushion issecurely locked before the childis seated.
• Only use for children who weigh between 15-36 kg (33-80 lbs) and who arebetween 97-137 cm (38-54 tum) inheight. In Canada: 18 kg (40 lbs) is theminimum weight requirement for a childusing booster cushions according to theCanadian regulation CMVSS 213.4
• Use only the vehicle's lap and shoulderbelt system when restraining the child inthis booster cushion.
• In the event of a collision while the inte-grated booster cushion was occupied, theentire booster cushion and seat belt mustbe replaced. The booster cushion shouldalso be replaced if it is badly worn ordamaged in any way. This work should beperformed by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician only.
Related information
•
Integrated booster cushion
* (p. 76)
• Folding down the integrated booster cush- ion
* (p. 78)
Folding down the integrated
booster cushion *
When the integrated booster cushion in the rear seat is not in use, it should be stowed (foldeddown).
Pull the handle forward to release the booster cushion.

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Press down on the center of the booster cushion to lock it into position.
CAUTION
Make sure that there are no objects (e.g. toys) on the seat under the integrated boostercushion before folding it down.
NOTE
The integrated booster cushion must be stowed (folded down) before folding downthe seat backrest.
WARNING
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can occur •
Follow all instructions on this child restraint and in the vehicle'sowner's manual.
• Make sure the booster cushion issecurely locked before the childis seated.
• Only use for children who weigh between 15-36 kg (33-80 lbs) and who arebetween 97-137 cm (38-54 tum) inheight. In Canada: 18 kg (40 lbs) is theminimum weight requirement for a childusing booster cushions according to theCanadian regulation CMVSS 213.4
• Use only the vehicle's lap and shoulderbelt system when restraining the child inthis booster cushion.
• In the event of a collision while the inte-grated booster cushion was occupied, theentire booster cushion and seat belt mustbe replaced. The booster cushion shouldalso be replaced if it is badly worn ordamaged in any way. This work should beperformed by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician only.
Related information
•
Integrated booster cushion
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• Folding up the integrated booster cushion
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(p. 77)

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Installing the ball holder1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from thelocking bolt and slide the locking bolt out of the towbar assembly.
2. Slide the ball holder into the towbar assem- bly.
3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one in the towbar assembly.
4. Slide the locking bolt through the towbar assembly/ball holder.
5. Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the end of the locking bolt.
WARNING
• Be sure the towbar is securely locked in position before attaching anything to it.
• Always attach the trailer's safety wiresecurely to the towbar's safety wireattachment bracket.
Removing the ball holder1. Remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt
and slide the locking bolt out of the ballholder/towbar assembly.
2. Pull the ball holder out of the towbar assem- bly.
Stowing the ball holder
WARNING
When not in use, the detachable ball holder should always be properly stowed in the des-ignated location under the floor of the cargocompartment.
Related information
• Driving with a trailer (p. 449)
• Towing capacity and tongue weight (p. 642)
Driving with a trailer
There are a number of things to consider when towing a trailer, such as the towbar, the trailerand how the load is distributed in the trailer.
Load-carrying capacity is determined by the vehi- cle's curb weight. The total weight of all passen-gers and any installed accessories, e.g. towbar,reduces the vehicle's load-carrying capacity bythe corresponding amount. • Towbars used on the vehicle must be approved for the applicable use.
• Distribute the load on the trailer so that theweight on the towbar complies with thespecified maximum towball weight. Thetongue weight is calculated as part of thevehicle's payload.
• Increase the tire pressure to the recom-mended pressure for a full load.
• The engine is subjected to more load thanusual when towing a trailer.
• Towing a trailer affects the vehicle's han-dling, durability and driving economy.
• Do not drive with a heavy trailer when thevehicle is very new. Wait until the mileagehas reached at least 1000 km (620 miles).
• On long and steep downgrades, the vehicle'sbrakes are subjected to much more loadthan usual. When manually shifting, down-shift and adapt speed accordingly.

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Follow applicable regulations regarding per- mitted speed and weight.
• Drive slowly when towing a trailer up a longand steep incline.
• The maximum trailer weights given only applyto altitudes up to 1000 meters (3280 feet)above sea level. At higher altitudes, enginepower (and thus the vehicle's climbing ability)is decreased due to the reduced air density,and the maximum trailer weight must there-fore be reduced. The weight of the vehicleand trailer must be decreased by 10% foreach additional 1000 m (3280 feet) or partthereof.
• Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines of morethan 12%.
• Avoid overloading and other incorrect use.
• The trailer's brakes must be balanced withthe vehicle's brakes to help ensure safestops (follow applicable local regulations).
CAUTION
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must not be used on Volvos, nor should safetychains be attached to the bumper.
• Trailer hitches attaching to the vehiclerear axle must not be used.
• Never connect a trailer's hydraulic brakesystem directly to the vehicle brake sys-tem, nor a trailer's lighting system directlyto the vehicle lighting system. Consultyour nearest authorized Volvo retailer forcorrect installation.
• When towing a trailer, the trailer's safetychains or wire must be correctly fastenedto the attachment points provided in thetrailer hitch on the vehicle. The safetychain or wire must never be fastened toor wound around the towing ball.
NOTE
The optional detachable trailer hitch may not be available in all markets or on all models.Consult your Volvo retailer.
NOTE
Extreme weather conditions, towing a trailer, driving at high altitudes and fuel quality arefactors that significantly increase a vehicle'sfuel consumption.
Trailer weights
WARNING
Please adhere to the recommendations provi- ded for trailer weight. If the recommendationsare not followed, the vehicle and trailer maybe difficult to control during evasive maneu-vers and braking.
NOTE
The specified maximum trailer weights are those permitted by Volvo. National vehicleregulations may set additional restrictions ontrailer weight and speed. The trailer hitchesmay be certified for higher towing weightsthan the vehicle is permitted to tow.
Self-leveling suspension
*The vehicle's self-leveling system attempts to keep the vehicle at a constant level, regardless ofload (up to the maximum permitted weight).When the vehicle is stationary, the rear end of thevehicle will be slightly lowered, which is normal.
Driving in hilly terrain or hot weatherIn certain conditions, there is a risk of overheat-ing when driving with a trailer. If overheating ofthe engine and drive system is detected, a warn-ing symbol will illuminate in the instrument panelalong with a message.

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The automatic transmission selects the optimal gear for the current load and engine speed.
Steep inclines
Do not lock the automatic transmission into a higher gear than what the engine can handle
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is not always preferable to drive in high gears at low rpm.
Parking on a hill
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Apply the parking brake.3. Put the gear selector in P.
4. Release the brake pedal.Put chocks behind the wheels when the vehicle is parked on a hill with a trailer attached.
Starting on a hill
1. Depress the brake pedal. 2. Put the gear selector in D.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Release the brake pedal and start driving.
Related information
• Trailer Stability Assist
* (p. 451)
• Checking trailer lights (p. 452)
• Towing capacity and tongue weight (p. 642)
• Overheating of engine and transmission (p. 446)
Trailer Stability Assist
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Trailer Stability Assist (TSA 8
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designed to help stabilize a vehicle that is tow- ing a trailer when the vehicle and trailer havebegun to sway. The function is part of the Elec- tronic Stability Control system ESC 9
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Reasons for swayingA vehicle towing a trailer may begin to sway for various reasons. Normally this only occurs at highspeeds. However, if the trailer is overloaded orunevenly distributed, e.g. too far back, there is arisk of swaying even at low speeds. Swaying may be caused by factors such as:
• The vehicle and trailer are hit by a sudden, strong crosswind.
• The vehicle and trailer are traveling on anuneven road or over a bump.
• Sudden movements of the steering wheel.
Once swaying has begun, it can be difficult orimpossible to stop it. This makes the vehicle andtrailer difficult to control and there is a risk ofswerving into oncoming traffic or driving off theroad.
Trailer Stability Assist functionTrailer Stability Assist continuously monitors thevehicle's movements, particularly lateral move- ments. If swaying is detected, the brakes areapplied individually on the front wheels, which hasa stabilizing effect on the vehicle and trailer. Thisis often enough to enable the driver to regaincontrol of the vehicle. If the Trailer Stability Assist function's first attempt is not adequate to stop the swayingmotion, the brakes are applied on all wheels andengine power is temporarily reduced. As theswaying motion begins to decrease and the vehi-cle and trailer have once again become stable,TSA stops regulating the brakes/engine powerand the driver regains control of the vehicle.
NOTE
Trailer Stability Assist is deactivated if the driver selects the sport mode by deactivating
ESC in the center display's menu system.
Trailer Stability Assist may not intervene if the driver tries to compensate for the swaying motionby moving the steering wheel rapidly, becausethe system will then not be able to determine if itis the trailer or the driver causing the swaying.
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Trailer Stability Assist
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