tow VOLVO XC90 T8 2017 Owner´s Manual

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Navigation system voice commands
Many of the navigation system's functions can be activated using voice commands.
The procedure for using voice control is descri- bed in greater detail in the articles "Voice con-trol," "Using voice control" and "Voice controlsettings."
Voice commandsThe following list contains examples of com-mands that are unique to navigation system. To use the voice control system, press the
on the right-side steering wheel keypad and say one of the following commands after the tone:
• "
Navigation": Starts a navigation voice com-
mand dialog and displays available com- mands.
• "
Take me home": Guidance will be given to
the location set as Home.
• "
Go to [City]": Enter a city as a destination,
e.g., "Go to New York."
• "
Go to [Address]": Enter an address as a
destination, e.g., Go to 125 43 St., New York."
• "
Go to Intersection": Starts a dialog where
two street names are entered. The destina- tion will then be the intersection of the twostreets. •
"
Go to [Zip code]": Enter a zip code as a
destination, e.g., "Go to 07405."
• "
Go to [Name]": Enter a name from a list of
contacts e.g., "Go to John Smith."
• "
Search [POI category] in [City]": The list
of results will be sorted around the center of the selected city/town, e.g., Search restau-rants in Butler.
•
Search [POI category]": For example,
Search Yankee Stadium.
• "
Change country/Change state":
Changes the country/state in which a search is conducted.
• "
Show favorites": Shows a list of Favoritesin the center display's Top view.
• "
Clear itinerary": Deletes all intermediate
destinations in an itinerary.
• "
Repeat voice guidance": Repeats the
most recent guidance instruction.
• "
Pause guidance": Pauses guidance on
the map.
• "
Resume guidance": Resumes guidance
on the map.
• "
Turn off voice guidance": Turns voice
navigation guidance off.
• "
Turn on voice guidance": Turns voice
navigation guidance on.
Related information
• Voice control (p. 123)
• Using voice commands (p. 123)
• Voice control settings (p. 128)

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SymbolMeaning
Oil pressure If the symbol illuminates during driving, stop the vehicle, theengine oil level is too low. Stop theengine immediately and check theengine oil level. Add oil if neces-sary. If the oil level is normal andthe symbol remains illuminated,have the vehicle towed to thenearest authorized Volvo work-shop or trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.
Generator not charging This symbol illuminates during driving if a fault has occurred inthe electrical system. Contact anauthorized Volvo workshop ortrained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician.
A
US models
B Canadian models
WARNING
• If the fluid level is below the
MIN mark in
the brake fluid reservoir or if a warning message is displayed in the text window: DO NOT DRIVE . Have the vehicle towed
to a trained and qualified Volvo service technician and have the brake systeminspected.
• If the
BRAKE and ABS symbols illumi-
nate at the same time, there is a risk ofreduced vehicle stability.
Door/hood/tailgate/fuel filler door reminder
It a door, tailgate, the hood or the fuel filler door are not closed properly, the information or warn-ing symbol will illuminate and a graphic will bedisplayed in the instrument panel.
Related information
• Instrument panel (p. 128)
• Indicator symbols in the instrument panel(p. 131)
Compass
The rear-view mirror has an integrated compass that shows the direction in which the vehicle istraveling.
Rearview mirror with compass
Eight different directions are shown with the abbreviations: N (north) NE (northeast) E (east),SE (southeast) S (south), SW (southwest) W(west) NW (northwest)
Switching the compass on/offThe compass is displayed automatically when the vehicle is started. To switch the compass on/off:
–Use a pen, paperclip or similar object and press in the button on the underside of themirror.

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High and low beam headlights
If the ignition is in mode II or when the engine is started, the low beams are activated automati- cally if the lighting ring is in position
. In
dark conditions, the low beams will also be on if the lighting ring is in the
position.
Lighting ring
High beam flash
Continuous high beams
High beam flashPull the lever slightly toward the steering wheel. The high beams illuminate until the lever isreleased.
Continuous high beamsContinuous high beams are available if the light- ing ring is turned to 9 or . Toggle to
high beams by moving the lever forward. Return to low beams by moving the lever toward thesteering wheel. The
symbol will illuminate in the instrument
panel when the high beams are on.
Active high beamsThe active high beam system uses a camera at the upper edge of the windshield to detect theheadlights of oncoming vehicles or the taillightsof a vehicle directly ahead. When this happens,the headlights will automatically switch from highbeams to low beams. When the camera no longer detects an approaching vehicle or one that is ahead, yourheadlights will switch back to high beams.
Vehicles with halogen headlights 10
When the camera no longer detects the head- lights of an approaching vehicle or the taillightsof a vehicle ahead, your headlights will switchback to high beams after several seconds.
Operation
Activate/deactivate this function by turning the lighting ring past the
position to .When released, the ring will automatically return to the
position.
If the active high beam function has not been activated, switching between high and low beamsmust be done manually. A white symbol (
) in the instrument panel
indicates that the function has been activated. When the high beams are on, the symbol will change to blue.
NOTE
•Keep the windshield in front of the cam- era free of ice, snow, dirt, etc.
• Do not mount or in any way attach any-thing on the windshield that couldobstruct the camera.
If a message is displayed in the instru- ment panel saying that active highbeams are temporarily unavailable,switching between high and low beams
will have to be done manually. However, the light switch can remain in the
position. The
same applies if a message saying that the wind- shield sensors are blocked and the symbol above are displayed. The
symbol will go out if this
happens.
9 When the low beams are on.10
Halogen headlights are not available on all models.

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Home safe lighting
The home safe lighting function illuminates the area in front of the vehicle in dark conditions.
This function turns on the headlights, parking lights, outer door handle lights * and license plate
lights for a set amount of time. The length of time that these lights remain illumi- nated can be set in the center display. Thedefault setting is 30 seconds. To activate home safe lighting:1. Switch off the ignition (mode 0).
2. Push the turn signal lever as far as possible towards the dashboard and release it.
3. Exit the vehicle and lock the doors.
Related information
• Using the center display (p. 49)
• Settings view (p. 113)
• Ignition modes (p. 389)
Approach lighting
Approach lighting (the parking lights, outer door handle lights *, license plate lighting, courtesy
lighting and footwell lighting) can be activated to provide light as you walk toward the vehicle.
To use this feature, deselect/select Welcome
Light in the center display's menu system.
If this function has been selected in the menu, it
is activated by pressing the unlock button on the remote key as you approach the vehicle .
If a door is opened while the function is activated, the lighting in the outer door handle * and cour-
tesy lighting will remain illuminated for a some- what longer period of time.
Related information
• Settings view (p. 113)
• Home safe lighting (p. 154)
• Remote key (p. 235)
Messages in the instrument panel and center display Information and warning messages are dis- played in the instrument panel and center dis-play.
Instrument panel
Message in the instrument panel (12" version)
High-priority messages are displayed in the instrument panel. Messages may appear in different parts of the instrument panel depending on their context. Themessage will time out after a short period of timeor disappear when it has been confirmed or ifaction has been taken. Messages that need to be stored will be saved under
My car messages in
the center display's Top view.

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Activating/deactivating the memory function
The rain sensor's memory function can be set to activate the rain sensor each time the engine isstarted: 1.
In the center display, select
SettingsMy
Car
Wipers
2. Activate by selecting the Rain Sensor
Memory box.
Deactivate by deselecting the
Rain Sensor
Memory box.
Related information
• Using the windshield wipers (p. 160)
• Windshield wipers in the service position (p. 537)
• Tailgate window wiper and washer (p. 163)
Windshield and headlight washers
Use the windshield/headlight washers to help improve visibility.
Starting the windshield and headlight washers
Washing function
–Move the right-side steering wheel lever toward the wheel to start the windshield andheadlight washers.
> After the lever is released the wipers make several extra sweeps.
CAUTION
• Use ample washer fluid when washing the windshield. The windshield should bethoroughly wet when the wipers are inoperation.
• Avoid using the washers if the fluid reser-voir is frozen or empty to help avoid dam-age to the pump.
When the washing system is used, the length of time that the windshield washers operatedepends on the ambient temperature. In coldweather, the amount of washer fluid used willalso be increased automatically to help improvecleaning.
Heated washer nozzles
*The washer nozzles are heated automatically incold weather to help prevent the washer fluidfrom freezing.
High-pressure headlight washing *High-pressure headlight washing consumes alarge quantity of washer fluid. To save fluid, theheadlights are washed once for every five timesthe windshield is washed.
Reduced washingWhen approx. 1 US quart (1 liter) of washer fluidremains in the reservoir, the headlights will nolonger be washed to conserve fluid.

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Outboard seats
1. Pull the handle on the side of the seat
upward.
2. Adjust backrest tilt forward/rearward by decreasing/increasing pressure on it.
3. Release the handle to lock the backrest in the new position and press the backrest until its lock engages.
WARNING
Check that all backrests are securely locked in place after changing the tilt angle.
Related information
• Rear seats (p. 173)
• Moving the second row seats forward/rear- ward (p. 175)
• Folding the second row backrests (p. 176) •
Seat belts (p. 64)
Folding the second row backrests
The second row of seats has three individual seating positions whose backrests can befolded down separately.
CAUTION
• To help avoid damage to the seat uphols- tery, before a rear seat backrest is foldeddown, remove any objects from the seatand ensure that the seat belts are notbuckled.
• The integrated booster cushion
* in the
center position must be stowed (foldeddown) before the backrest is foldeddown.
• The center seating position armrest mustbe folded up before the backrest isfolded down.
NOTE
•It may be necessary to adjust the front seat backrests and/or move these seatsforward in order to fold down the rearseat backrests completely.
• It may also be necessary to move thesecond row of seats rearward.

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Opening/closing/directing air vents
Some of the passenger compartment air vents can be open/closed/directed individually.
Direct the dashboard and door pillar outer air vents toward the side windows to demist/defrost. Direct the vents into the passenger compartment to help maintain a comfortable temperature inwarm weather.
Opening/closing air vents
Air vent thumb wheel 5
–Turn the thumb wheel to open/close the air flow from the vent. The more of the white lines on the thumb wheel that are visible, the greater the air flow.
Directing air flow
Air flow control 5
–Move the control from side to side or up/ down to direct the flow of air from the vent.
Related information
•
Air distribution (p. 210)
• Adjusting air distribution (p. 211)
• Air distribution table (p. 213)
Adjusting air distribution
Air distribution can be adjusted manually.
Air distribution buttons in Climate view
Defrost the windshield
Air vents in the dashboard and center con- sole
Floor air vents
1. Go to Climate view in the center display.
2. Tap one or more of the air distribution but- tons to open/close the corresponding air flow.
> Air distribution changes and the buttonslight up or go out.
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Air distributionUse
Main air flow from the defroster and dashboard vents, some flow from the other vents.For best comfort in hot and dry weather.
Main air flow from the defroster and floor vents, some flow from the other vents. For best comfort and defrosting in cold or humid con-
ditions.
Main air flow from the dashboard and floor vents, some flow from the other vents.For good comfort in sunny, cool weather. For cooling or heat to the floor.
Main air flow from the defroster, dashboard and floor vents. For cooler air toward the floor in warm weather or
warmer air upward in cold weather.
Related information
•Air distribution (p. 210)
• Opening/closing/directing air vents (p. 211) •
Climate system controls in the center display (p. 197)
• Adjusting air distribution (p. 211)

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Storage spaces, cup holders and 12-volt socket/AUX/USB sockets in the tunnel console in thetunnel console
Second row of seats
Storage compartments in the door panels, cup holders in the center seat's backrest, storage pockets on therear side of the front seat backrest, and 12-volt socketon the rear side of the tunnel console
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. 220)
• Using the glove compartment (p. 219)
• Electrical sockets (p. 228)
• Sun visors (p. 227)
Using the glove compartment
The glove compartment provides storage space 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 and tailgate can be locked when e.g., the vehicle is in a workshop forservice, etc. See also the article "Private locking"for additional information.

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Using the glove compartment as a cooler
The glove compartment can be used to cool drinks or food and the cooling feature functionswhen the climate system is active (i.e., when the ignition is in mode II or when the engine is run-
ning).
Cooling activated
Cooling deactivated
–Activate/deactivate cooling by moving the control as far as possible toward the passen-ger compartment/glove compartment.
Related information
• Passenger compartment storage spaces(p. 218)
• Private (valet) locking (p. 250)
Tunnel console The tunnel console, located between the front seats, contains a 12-volt electrical socket, cupholders and storage spaces, etc.
Storage space
*. Press the handle to open
the cover.
Storage space with cup holders for the driver and passenger and a 12-volt socket
Storage space and USB/AUX sockets under the armrest
Climate control panel for the rear seats * or
storage space
NOTE
One of the alarm sensors, which is sensitive to metallic objects, is located under the tunnelconsole cup holders. Avoid leaving coins,keys, etc., in the cup holders because theymay inadvertently trigger the alarm.
Related information
• Passenger compartment storage spaces (p. 218)
• Electrical sockets (p. 228)
• Alarm (p. 253)
• Rear climate system controls on the tunnelconsole (p. 199)