VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE 2018 User Guide
Manufacturer: VOLVO, Model Year: 2018, Model line: XC90 TWIN ENGINE, Model: VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE 2018Pages: 686, PDF Size: 17 MB
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Activating/deactivating Steeringassistance during collision risks withoncoming vehicles
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Limitations of steering assistanceduring collision risks from oncomingtraffic
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Steering assistance during collisionrisks from behind*377
Activating/deactivating Steeringassistance during collision risks frombehind*
378
Limitations of steering assistanceduring collision risks from behind378
Symbols and messages for steeringassistance during collision risks380
Park Assist*381
Park Assist front, rear and sides382
Activating/deactivating Park Assist383
Park Assist limitations383
Recommended maintenance forPark Assist384
Park Assist symbols and messages385
Park Assist Camera*386
Park Assist Camera views387
Park Assist Camera trajectory lines388
Sensor field from Park Assist forPark Assist Camera390
Starting the Park Assist Camera391
Park Assist Camera limitations391
Recommended maintenance of thePark Assist Camera393
Park Assist Camera symbols andmessages394
Park Assist Pilot* 395
Types of parking with Park Assist Pilot395
Parking with Park Assist Pilot 396
Leaving a parking space with ParkAssist Pilot399
Park Assist Pilot* limitations 400
Recommended maintenance forPark Assist Pilot402
Park Assist Pilot* messages403
HYBRID INFORMATION
General information about Twin Engine406
Charging the hybrid battery407
Charging current408
Charge cable409
Charging cable residual current device410
Charging cable temperature monitoring411
Opening and closing the chargingsocket cover411
Initiating hybrid battery charging412
Charging status in the vehicle'scharging socket414
Charging status in the chargingcable's charging module415
Charging status in the instrument panel416
Stopping hybrid battery charging418
Twin Engine symbols and messagesin the instrument panel419
Long-term storage of vehicles withhybrid batteries421
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Starting the vehicle424
Switching off the vehicle426
Ignition modes427
Selecting ignition mode428
Brake functions429
Brakes429
Brake Assist System431
Braking on wet roads431
Braking on salted roads431
Maintenance of the brake system432
Parking brake432
Activating and deactivating the park-ing brake433
Settings for automatically activatingthe parking brake434
Parking on a hill434
Parking brake malfunction435
Auto-hold brakes436
Activating and deactivating Auto-hold at a standstill436
Hill Start Assist437
Braking assist after a collision437
Transmission438
Gear selector positions for automatictransmissions439
Using the steering wheel paddles* toshift441
Shiftlock442
The kickdown function442
Gear indicator*442
All Wheel Drive (AWD)443
Drive systems443
Starting and stopping the combus-tion engine in Twin Engine vehicles444
Drive modes445
Changing drive mode449
Leveling control* and suspension450
Leveling control settings*453
Low Speed Control453
Activating and deactivating LowSpeed Control using the function button454
Hill Descent Control454
Activating and deactivating HillDescent Control using the functionbutton
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Economical driving456
Using the electric motor only457
Factors affecting electric motor range458
"Hold" and "Charge" functions459
Preparing for a long trip460
Winter driving461
Driving through standing water462
Opening/closing the fuel filler door462
Refueling463
Fuel464
Octane rating465
Emission controls467
Overheating of engine and transmission468
Battery drain469
Jump starting using another battery469
Detachable towbar*471
Driving with a trailer472
Trailer Stability Assist*474
Checking trailer lights475
Towing using a towline476
Attaching and removing the towing eyelet476
Recovery477
HomeLink®*478
Programming HomeLink®*479
Using HomeLink480
Type approval for HomeLink®*481
Compass481
Activating and deactivating the compass482
Calibrating the compass482
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AUDIO, MEDIA AND INTERNET
Audio, media and Internet486
Sound settings486
Apps487
Download apps488
Updating apps489
Deleting apps490
Radio490
Starting the radio491
Changing waveband and radio station491
Searching for a radio station492
Storing radio favorites493
Radio settings493
RBDS494
HD Radio™494
Activating and deactivating the HDRadio™496
HD Radio™ sub-channels496
HD Radio™ limitations497
SiriusXM® Satellite radio*498
Using SiriusXM® Satellite radio*499
Settings for SiriusXM® Satellite radio*500
SiriusXM Travel Link®*502
SiriusXM Travel Link®* - Weather503
SiriusXM Travel Link®* - Notifications504
SiriusXM Travel Link®* - Fuel505
SiriusXM Travel Link®* - Sports506
Media player507
Playing media508
Controlling and changing media509
Media searches510
Gracenote®511
CD player*511
Video512
Playing video512
Playing DivX® 512
Video settings513
Streaming media via Bluetooth®513
Connecting a device via Bluetooth®513
Playing media via the USB port514
Connecting a device via the USB port514
Apple® CarPlay®*515
Using Apple® CarPlay®*515
Settings for Apple® CarPlay®*516
Tips for using Apple® CarPlay®*517
Android Auto*518
Using Android Auto*518
Settings for Android Auto*519
Tips for using Android Auto*520
Phone520
Connecting a phone to the car viaBluetooth for the first time521
Connecting a phone to the car viaBluetooth automatically523
Connecting a phone to the car viaBluetooth manually523
Disconnecting a Bluetooth-con-nected phone524
Switch between phones connectedvia Bluetooth524
Removing a Bluetooth-connected phone525
Handling phone calls525
Handling text messages526
Text message settings527
Managing the phone book527
Phone settings528
Settings for Bluetooth devices529
Internet-connected vehicle*529
Connecting the car to the Internetvia a mobile device (Bluetooth)531
Connecting the car to the Internetvia a mobile device (Wi-Fi)531
Connect the car to the Internet viacar modem (SIM card)532
Vehicle modem settings533
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Sharing Internet from the vehicle viaWi-Fi hotspot (tethering)533
No or poor Internet connection534
Deleting Wi-Fi networks535
Wi-Fi technology and security535
Terms of use and data sharing536
Activating and deactivating data sharing536
Compatible file formats for media536
Technical specifications for USB devices537
Hard disk storage space538
License agreement for audio and media539
WHEELS AND TIRES
Tires550
Tire direction of rotation552
Tread wear indicator553
Tire terminology553
Tire sidewall designations554
Uniform Tire Quality Grading556
Checking tire pressure557
Adjusting tire pressure558
Recommended tire pressure559
Tire pressure monitoring system*559
Calibrating the tire pressure monitor-ing system*561
Viewing tire pressure status in thecenter display*562
Action when warned of low tire pressure563
When changing wheels564
Tool kit564
Jack*565
Wheel bolts565
Removing a wheel566
Installing a wheel568
Spare wheel569
Accessing the spare wheel570
Snow tires571
Snow chains571
Tire sealing system572
Using the tire sealing system573
Inflate tires with the compressorincluded in the tire sealing system577
Determining the vehicle's permittedweight578
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LOADING, STORAGE AND
PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
Passenger compartment interior580
Tunnel console581
Electrical outlets582
Using the electrical outlets584
Using the glove compartment585
Sun visors586
Cargo compartment586
Loading recommendations586
Roof loads and load carriers588
Grocery bag holders588
Load anchoring eyelets589
Installing and removing the cargocompartment cover*589
Operating the cargo compartment cover*590
Installing and removing the steelcargo grid*592
Installing and removing the cargo net*593
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
Volvo's service program598
Data transfer between vehicle andworkshop over Wi-Fi600
Download Center601
Handling system updates via Down-load Center601
Vehicle status602
Scheduling service and repairs603
Sending vehicle information to theworkshop604
Hoisting the vehicle605
Opening and closing the hood607
Climate control system service608
Replacing a windshield with head-updisplay*608
Engine compartment overview609
Engine oil610
Checking and filling engine oil611
Refilling coolant612
Replacing bulbs613
Bulb specifications614
Start battery615
Hybrid battery619
Battery symbols620
Fuses and fuseboxes620
Replacing fuses621
Fuses in the engine compartment622
Fuses under the glove compartment626
Fuses in the cargo compartment629
Cleaning the interior633
Cleaning the center display633
Cleaning the head-up display*634
Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceil-ing liner635
Cleaning the seat belt635
Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats635
Cleaning leather upholstery636
Cleaning the leather steering wheel637
Cleaning interior plastic, metal andwood surfaces638
Cleaning the exterior638
Polishing and waxing639
Hand washing639
Automatic car washes641
High-pressure washing642
Cleaning the wiper blades642
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber andtrim components643
Cleaning rims644
Corrosion protection644
Paintwork645
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Touching up minor paint damage645
Color codes646
Changing rear window wipers647
Replacing windshield wiper blades648
Windshield wipers in the service position649
Filling washer fluid650
SPECIFICATIONS
Type designations654
Dimensions657
Weights659
Towing capacity and tongue weight660
Engine specifications661
Engine oil specifications662
Coolant specifications663
Transmission fluid specifications663
Brake fluid specifications663
Fuel tank volume664
Air conditioning specifications664
Approved tire pressure665
INDEX
Index667
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O W N E R ' S I N F O R M A T I O N
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OWNER'S INFORMATION
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Owner's information
Owner's information is available in several differ-ent formats, both digital and printed. TheOwner's Manual is available on the vehicle'scenter display, as a mobile app and on VolvoCars' support website. There is also a QuickGuide in the glove compartment, as well as asupplement to the Owner's Manual containinginformation about e.g. fuses, specifications, etc.A printed Owner's Manual can be ordered.
Vehicle's center display 1
In the center display, pull downTop view and tap Owner'smanual. This gives you accessto visual navigation with exteriorand interior images of the vehi-cle. The information is searcha-ble and is divided into catego-ries.
Mobile app
In App Store or Google Play,search for "Volvo Manual".Download the app to yoursmartphone or tablet and selectyour vehicle model. The appcontains instructive videos andoffers visual navigation, includ-ing exterior and interior images of the vehicle.You can easily navigate between sections in theOwner's Manual and the contents are searchable.
Volvo Cars support site
Go to support.volvocars.comand select your country.Owner's Manuals are availablehere for viewing online and inPDF format. The support sitealso contains instructive videosand additional information andassistance concerning your vehicle and owning aVolvo. The website is available on most markets.
Printed information
The glove compartment con-tains a printed supplement to
the Owner's Manual1, whichcontains information on fusesand specifications as well as asummary of important andpractical information.
There is also a printed Quick Guide with usefulinformation about the most commonly used fea-tures and functions in your vehicle.
Other printed information may also be provided inthe vehicle, depending on equipment level, mar-ket, etc.
A printed Owner's Manual and accompanyingsupplement can also be ordered. Contact a Volvoretailer to order.
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For markets without Owner's Manuals in the center display, a complete printed manual is provided along with the vehicle.
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OWNER'S INFORMATION
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CAUTION
The driver is always responsible for operatingthe vehicle in a safe manner and adhering toall applicable laws and regulations. It is alsoimportant that the vehicle is operated, main-tained and serviced according to Volvo's rec-ommendations provided in the owner's infor-mation.
If the information in the center display differsfrom the printed information, the printed infor-mation always takes precedence.
NOTE
Changing languages in the center displaycould mean that certain owner's informationwill not comply with national or local laws andregulations. Do not change to a language thatyou do not fully understand, as this couldmake it difficult to navigate back through themenu.
Related information
•Owner's Manual in the center display(p. 17)
•Owner's manual in mobile devices (p. 20)
•Volvo Cars support site (p. 20)
•Using the Owner's Manual (p. 21)
Owner's Manual in the centerdisplay
A digital version of the Owner's Manual is availa-
ble in the vehicle's center display2.The digital Owner's Manual can be accessedfrom Top view and in certain cases, the contex-tual Owner's Manual can also be accessed fromTop view.
NOTE
The digital Owner's Manual is not availableduring driving.
OWNER'S MANUAL
The Owner's Manual is accessed from Top view.
To open the Owner's Manual, pull down Top viewin the center display and tap Owner's manual.
The information in the Owner's Manual can beaccessed directly via the Owner's Manual startpage or via its Top menu.
Contextual Owner's Manual
The contextual Owner's Manual is accessed from Topview.
When a contextual Owner's Manual is available, itwill be shown to the right of Owner's manual inTop view.
Tap the contextual Owner's Manual to open anarticle in the Owner's Manual related to the infor-mation displayed on the screen. For example, tapNavigation Manual to open an article related tonavigation.
Certain apps in the vehicle only. For third-partyapps that have been downloaded, it is not possi-ble to e.g. access app-specific articles.
2Available in most markets.
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Related information
•Navigate in the Owner's Manual in the centerdisplay (p. 18)
•Navigating in the center display's views(p. 115)
•Download apps (p. 488)
Navigate in the Owner's Manual inthe center display
The digital Owner's Manual can be accessedfrom the center display's Top view. The contentsare searchable and it is easy to navigate amongthe various sections.
The Owner's Manual is accessed from Top view.
–To open the Owner's Manual, pull down Topview in the center display and tap Owner'smanual.
There are a number of ways to find information inthe Owner's Manual. The options can beaccessed from the Owner's Manual start pageand from the Top menu.
Opening the menu in the Top menu
–Tap in the upper list in the Owner'sManual.
>A menu will open, displaying differentoptions for finding information:
Start page
Tap the symbol to return to theOwner's Manual start page.
Categories
The articles in the Owner'sManual are structured intomain and sub-categories. Thesame article may appear in sev-eral relevant categories in orderto make them easier to find.
1.Tap Categories.
>The main categories are listed.
2.Tap a main category ().
>A list of sub-categories () and articles
() will appear.
3.Tap an article to open it.
To go back, tap the left arrow.