climate control VOLVO XC90 2018 Owner´s Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
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WARNING
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless, and odorless gas. It is present in all exhaustgases. If you ever smell exhaust fumes insidethe vehicle, make sure the passenger com-partment is ventilated, and immediately returnthe vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician for correction.
Demanding drivingIn demanding driving conditions, e.g. when driving in a hot climates, driving with a trailer or drivingfor longer periods at higher altitudes (mountainlandscapes) than normal, it is recommended switching to a higher octane fuel than AKI 916
or
changing gasoline brand to take full advantage of your car's engine capacity and obtain the opti-mum driving force.
Related information
• Fuel (p. 442)
• Emission controls (p. 445)
Emission controls
Three-way catalytic converter
•Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving theelectrical, fuel or distributor ignition systems,may cause unusually high three-way catalyticconverter temperatures. Do not continue tooperate your vehicle if you detect enginemisfire, noticeable loss of power or otherunusual operating conditions, such as engineoverheating or backfiring. A properly tunedengine will help avoid malfunctions thatcould damage the three-way catalytic con-verter.
• Do not park your vehicle over combustiblematerials, such as grass or leaves, which cancome into contact with the hot exhaust sys-tem and cause such materials to ignite undercertain wind and weather conditions.
• Excessive starter cranking (in excess of oneminute), or an intermittently firing or floodedengine can cause three-way catalytic con-verter or exhaust system overheating.
• Remember that tampering or unauthorizedmodifications to the engine, the Engine Con-trol Module, or the vehicle may be illegal andcan cause three-way catalytic converter orexhaust system overheating. This includes:altering fuel injection settings or compo-nents, altering emission system components or location or removing components, and/orrepeated use of leaded fuel.NOTE
Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with three-way catalytic converters.
Heated oxygen sensorsThe heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxygen content of the exhaust gases. Readings are fedinto a control module that continuously monitorsengine functions and controls fuel injection. Theratio of fuel to air into the engine is continuouslyadjusted for efficient combustion to help reduceharmful emissions.
Related information
•
Octane rating (p. 443)
• Fuel (p. 442)
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AKI (Anti Knock Index) is an average value of RON (Research Octane Number) and MON (Motor Octane Number) - (RON)+(MON)/2

WHEELS AND TIRES
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imprinted on the sidewall of the tire. The last four digits in the series is the Department ofTransportation (DOT) stamp and indicates theweek and year the tire was manufactured. Thetire in the illustration has 0717 as the last fourdigits, which means it was manufactured week 7of 2017.
Tire ageTires degrade over time, even when they are notbeing used. It is recommended that tires gener-ally be replaced after 6 years of normal service.Heat caused by hot climates, frequent high load-ing conditions or Ultra Violet (U.V.) exposure canaccelerate the aging process. The temporary spare
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should also be replaced at 6-year inter-
vals, even if it has never been used. A tire with e.g., visible cracks or discoloration should bereplaced immediately.
Tire economy
• Maintain correct tire pressure.
• Avoid fast starts, hard braking and tirescreeching.
• Tire wear increases with speed.
• Correct front wheel alignment is very impor-tant.
• Unbalanced wheels impair tire economy anddriving comfort. •
Tires must maintain the same direction ofrotation throughout their lifetime.
• When replacing tires, the tires with the mosttread should be mounted on the rear wheelsto reduce the chance of oversteer duringhard braking.
• Hitting curbs or potholes can damage thetires and/or wheels permanently.
Tire rotationYour vehicle has no required tire rotation. Drivingstyle, tire pressure, climate and road conditionsaffect how quickly the tires age and exhibit signsof wear. Maintaining the correct tire pressurehelps keep tread wear evenly distributed. To help prevent differences in tread depth and wear patterns forming on the tires, the front andrear wheels should be rotated, i.e. the front tiresmoved to the rear and the rear tires moved to thefront. Ideally, tire rotation should be done the firsttime after approximately 5000 km (ca3100 miles) and thereafter at 10,000 km(approx. 6200 miles) intervals. If you have any questions regarding tread depth, Volvo recommends consulting an authorizedVolvo workshop. If significant differences in wear(> 1 mm difference in tread depth) between thetires have already occurred, the least worn tiresshould always be mounted on the rear wheels. Afront-wheel skid (understeer) is usually easier to control than a rear-wheel skid (oversteer). If thefront wheels skid, the vehicle will continue in astraight line instead of the rear wheels skiddingto the side, which could cause you to completelylose control of the vehicle. It is therefore impor-tant that the rear wheels never lose grip beforethe front wheels.
Storing wheels and tiresWhen storing complete wheels (tires mounted onrims), they should be suspended off the floor orplaced on their sides on the floor. Tires not mounted on rims should be stored on their sides or standing upright, but should not besuspended.
CAUTION
Tires should preferably be stored in a cool, dry, dark place, and should never be stored inclose proximity to solvents, gasoline, oils, etc.
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Not available on all models.

WHEELS AND TIRES
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Uniform Tire Quality Grading
ALL PASSENGER VEHICLE TIRES MUST CONFORM TO FEDERAL SAFETY REQUIRE-MENTS IN ADDITION TO THESE GRADES .
Quality grades can be found, where applica- ble, on the tire sidewall between the treadshoulder and maximum section width. Forexample: Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
TREADWEARThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on a specified gov-ernment test course. For example, a tire graded150 would wear one and one half (1 ½) times aswell on the government course as a tire graded100. The relative performance of tires dependsupon the actual conditions of their use, however,and many depart significantly from the norm dueto variation in driving habits, maintenance practi-ces and differences in road characteristics andclimate.
TRACTIONThe traction grades, from highest to lowest, areAA, A, B, and C, as measured under controlledconditions on specified government test surfacesof asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C mayhave poor traction performance.
WARNING
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) tractiontests and is not a measure of cornering (turn-ing) traction.
TEMPERATUREThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to thegeneration of heat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled conditions on aspecified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustainedhigh temperature can cause the material of thetire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and exces-sive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.The grade C corresponds to a minimum level ofperformance that all passenger vehicle tires mustmeet under the Federal Motor Safety StandardNo. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levelsof performance on the laboratory test wheel thanthe minimum required by law.
WARNING
The temperature grade for this tire is estab- lished for a tire that is properly inflated andnot overloaded. Excessive speed, under-infla-tion, or excessive loading, either separately orin combination, can cause heat buildup andtire failure.
Related information
•Tires (p. 528)
• Tire sidewall designations (p. 532)

LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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Related information
•Electrical outlets (p. 560)
• Using the glove compartment (p. 563)
• Sun visors (p. 564)
• Tunnel console (p. 559)
• Connecting a device via the USB port (p. 492)
Tunnel console The tunnel console is located between the front seats.
Storage compartment with cover
*. The cover
can be opened/closed by pressing the han- dle.
Storage compartment with a 12 V outlet and cup holders for the driver and passenger.
Storage compartment and USB port under the armrest.
Climate control panel for the rear seats * or
storage compartment.
WARNING
Store loose objects, such as cell phone, cam- era, remote control for extra equipment, etc.,in the glove compartment or another compart-ment. Otherwise, these could injure people inthe vehicle in the event of hard braking or acollision.
NOTE
One of the sensors for the alarm * is located
under the cup holder in the center console. Avoid placing coins, keys and other metalobjects in the cup holder as this could triggerthe alarm.
CAUTION
Keep in mind that glossy surfaces can be easily scratched by e.g. metal objects. Do notplace keys, phones or similar items on sensi-tive surfaces.
Related information
• Passenger compartment interior (p. 558)
• Electrical outlets (p. 560)
• Climate system controls (p. 217)

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Related information
•Vehicle status (p. 580)
• Scheduling service and repairs (p. 580)
• Connecting equipment to the vehicle's data link connector (p. 36)
• Technician certification (p. 37)
• Climate control system service (p. 586)
• Maintenance of the brake system (p. 411)
• Engine compartment overview (p. 587)
Data transfer between vehicle andworkshop over Wi-Fi
Volvo workshops have a designated Wi-Fi net- work for secure data transfer between your vehi-cle and the workshop. Your visit to the workshopwill be easier and more effective when diagnos-tics information and software can be transferredover the workshop's network.
When you arrive at the workshop, your technician can connect your vehicle to the workshop's Wi-Finetwork to perform troubleshooting and down-load software. For this type of communication,the vehicle only connects to the workshop's net-work. The vehicle can only be connected to thedesignated workshop networks, not to any othernetwork, e.g. your home network.
Manual connection to workshop Wi-FiManual connection is usually performed by aservice technician. Because the technician usesthe buttons on your remote key to connect thevehicle, it is important that you bring a key withbuttons when taking the vehicle in to a workshop.Pressing the lock button on the remote key threetimes will connect the vehicle to the workshop'sWi-Fi network. When the car is connected to a Wi-Fi network, the
symbol appears in the center display.
WARNING
The vehicle may not be driven when it is con- nected to the workshop's networks and sys-tems.
Related information
• Handling system updates via Download Cen- ter (p. 579)
• Scheduling service and repairs (p. 580)

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Hood completely closed. The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.
WARNING
Never drive with the hood open! If there are any indications while driving that the hood is not completely closed, stop imme-diately and close it securely.
Related information
• Engine compartment overview (p. 587)
• Door and seat belt reminders (p. 51)
Climate control system service Service and repairs on the air conditioning sys- tem should only be done by an authorized work-shop.
Troubleshooting and repairsThe air conditioning system contains a fluores- cent tracer substance. Ultraviolet light is used tosearch for leaks in the system. Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains the refrigerant R134a under pressure. Serviceand repairs to the system should only be doneby an authorized workshop.
Related information
•Volvo's service program (p. 576)
Replacing a windshield with head-
up display
*
Vehicles with a head-up display have a special type of windshield that meets the requirementsfor displaying projected information.
Volvo recommends contacting an authorized Volvo workshop for assistance replacing thewindshield. The correct type of replacementwindshield must be used in order for the head-updisplay to function properly.
Related information
• Head-up display
* (p. 144)
• Cleaning the head-up display
* (p. 616)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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CAUTION
Only a modern battery charger with controlled charge voltage should be used to charge thestarter battery and support battery. The rapidcharging function should not be used as thiscould damage the battery.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the following could cause the infotainment energy save mode to tempo-rarily stop working and/or a message in thedriver's display regarding the state of chargeof the starter battery may be temporarilyincorrect after an external starter battery orbattery charger has been connected:
• The negative battery terminal of the vehi- cle's starter battery must
never be used
to connect an external starter battery orbattery charger – only the vehicle's neg-
ative charging point should be used as
a grounding point.
NOTE
If the starter battery becomes discharged too many times, it will shorten its service life. The service life of the starter battery is affec- ted by several factors, such as driving condi-tions and climate. The starting capacity of thebattery reduces gradually over time. The bat-tery must therefore be recharged if the vehi-cle is not used or a long period of time or if itis only driven short distances. Severe cold fur-ther limits the starting capacity. To keep the starter battery in a good condi- tion, the vehicle should be driven at least15 minutes per week or the battery should beconnected to a battery charger with automatictrickle charging. A starter battery that is always kept fully charged has the maximum service life.
Location
The start battery is located in the cargo compartment.
WARNING
If the starter battery is disconnected, the func- tion for automatic opening and closing mustbe reset to function correctly. A reset isrequired in order for the pinch protection towork.
Specifications
BatteryH7 AGMH8 AGM
Voltage (V) 12 12
Cold start capacity A
- CCA B
(A) 800
850

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Fuse pliers are provided on the inside of the fuse box cover to assist in removing and insertingfuses. There are also spaces for several extra fuses in the
distribution box in the engine compart-
ment .
Positions
•Fuses 1, 3-21, 23-36, 39-53 and 55-59 are "Micro" fuses.
• Fuses 2-22, 37-38 and 54 are "MCase"fuses and should only be replaced by a work- shop 22
.
FunctionAA
– –
Electrical outlet in tunnel console between rear seats * 30
– –
Movement sensor
* 5
Media player 5
Instrument panel 5
Center console buttons 5
Sun sensor 5
FunctionAA
– –
– –
Steering wheel module 5
Module for start knob and parking brake controls 5
Heated steering wheel
* module 15
– –
– –
– –
– –
Climate system control module 10
– –
Data link connector OBD-II 10
Center display 5
Climate system blower module (front) 40
USB HUB 5
FunctionAA
Instrument lighting; Interior lighting; Rearview mirror auto-dim function
*;
Rain and light sensors *; Rear tun-
nel console keypad, rear seat *;
Power front seats *; Rear door con-
trol panels; Climate system blower module left/right 7.5
Control module for driver support functions
5
Panoramic roof with sun curtain
*20
Head-up display
* 5
Passenger compartment lighting 5
– –
Ceiling console display (seat belt reminder/front passenger side air-bag indicator) 5
– –
Humidity sensor 5
Door module in right-side rear door 20
Fuses in the trunk/cargo compart- ment
10
22
An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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FunctionAA
Control module for Internet-con- nected vehicle; Control module forVolvo On Call 5
Door module in left-side rear door 20
Audio control module (amplifier) (certain models only)
40
Climate system blower module (rear)
* 40
Multi-band antenna module 5
Front seat massage function
*5
– –
Rear window wiper 15
Fuel pump control module 15
– –
– –
Driver's seat heating 15
Front passenger's seat heating 15
Coolant pump 10
– –
FunctionAA
Door module in left-side front door 20
Active chassis control module
*20
– –
Sensus control module 10
– –
– –
Door module in right-side front door 20
– –
TV
* (certain markets only) 5
Primary fuse for fuses 53 and 58 15
A
Ampere
Related information
• Fuses and fuseboxes (p. 603)
• Replacing fuses (p. 604)

SPECIFICATIONS
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Fuel tank volume
The fuel tank's refillable volume is shown in the table below.
All models
Liter (approx.) 71
US gallons (approx.) 18.8
Related information
• Refueling (p. 442)
• Octane rating (p. 443)
Air conditioning specifications
The climate system in the vehicle uses a freon- free R134a refrigerant. For information regardingthe refrigerant, refer to the decal located on theinside of the hood.
The prescribed grades and volumes for fluids and lubricants in the air conditioning system areshown in the tables below.
A/C Decal
Decal for R134a
Refrigerant
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
WeightPrescribed grade
750 g (1.65 lbs) 1000 g A
(2.20 lbs A
) R134a
A
Vehicles with A/C for the third row of seats *.
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains the refrigerant R134a under pressure. Serviceand repairs to the system should only be doneby an authorized workshop.
Compressor oil
VolumePrescribed grade
60 ml (2.03 fl. oz.) 80 ml A
(2.71 fl. oz. A
) PAG SP-A2
A
Vehicles with A/C for the third row of seats *.
Evaporator
CAUTION
The A/C system evaporator must never be repaired or replaced with a previously usedevaporator. The new evaporator must be certi-fied and labeled in accordance with SAEJ2842.
Related information
• Climate control system service (p. 586)