center console VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE 2020 User Guide

CLIMATE CONTROL
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Related information
Climate system controls (p. 219)
Activating and deactivating the recircula- tion timer setting (p. 225)
Activating and deactivating the recirculation timer setting
The climate system's recirculation function helps shut out smog, smoke, exhaust fumes,etc. by reusing the air in the passenger com-partment.
When the recirculation timer is activated, air recirculation will switch off automatically after20 minutes. 1. Tap
Settings in the Top view in the center
display.
2. Tap
Climate.
3. Tap
Recirculation Timer to activate/
deactivate the recirculation timer.
Related information
Activating and deactivating recirculation (p. 224)
Activating and deactivating max defroster
Max defroster is used to quickly remove con- densation and ice from windows.
Max defroster deactivates automatic climate control and air recirculation, activates the air conditioning, and changes blower speed to
5and temperature to HI.
NOTE
The volume increases when the blower speed is changed to 5.
When max defroster is deactivated, the cli- mate system reverts to the previous settings.
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center console
A button in the center console offers quickaccess to the max defroster.

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Button in center console.
–Tap the button.
> The max defroster is activated/deacti-vated and the button lights up/goes out.
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center display
1. Tap the symbol in the center of the climate bar to open Climate view in the center dis- play.
2.Tap Max.
> The max defroster is activated/deacti- vated and the button lights up/goes out.
Related information
Climate system controls (p. 219)
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and doormirrors The heated rear window and door mirrors are used to quickly remove condensation and icefrom the glass.
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors fromthe center console
A button in the center console offers quick access to the heated rear window and doormirrors functions.
Button in center console.
–Tap the button.
> Heated windows and door mirrors are
activated and the button lights up/goes out.

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Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the rear seats
1. Tap the unlock button on the tunnel con-sole's climate panel to access the con- trols.
Blower controls on the rear climate panel of the tun- nel console.
2.Tap the desired blower speed, 1-5.
> The blower speed will be changed and the buttons for the set speed will light up.
NOTE
The blower speed for the rear seat cannot be set if the blower speed for the front seat is
Off.
The rear seat blower speed can only be turned off from the climate view in the cen-ter display.
NOTE
The climate system automatically adapts airflow as needed within the set blowerspeed, which means that airflow speedmay vary slightly within the same blowerspeed.
Related information
Climate system controls (p. 219)
Setting the temperature for the front seats The temperature can be set to the desired number of degrees for the front seat climatezones.
Temperature buttons in the climate bar.
1. Tap the left- or right-side temperature but-
tons in the center display's climate bar to open the control.

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Temperature control.
4. Set the temperature by:dragging the control to the desired temperature.
tapping
+
− to raise/lower the tempera-
ture.
> The temperature will be set and the button will display the new tempera- ture.
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the rear seats
1. Tap the unlock button on the tunnel con- sole's climate panel to access the con- trols.
Temperature controls on the rear climate panel of the tunnel console.
2.Tap the left or right side's <> buttons to
lower/raise the temperature.
> The temperature will be changed and the climate panel screen will show the new temperature.
NOTE
Heating/cooling cannot be accelerated by choosing a higher/lower temperature thanthe desired temperature.
Related information
Climate system controls (p. 219)
Synchronize temperature
The temperature in the different climate zones of the vehicle can be synchronizedwith the temperature set for the driver's side.
Synchronization button on the driver's side tempera- ture control.
1. Tap the driver's side temperature button in the center display's climate bar to open the control.
2. Tap
Synchronize temperature .
> The temperature for all of the vehicle's climate zones will be synchronized with the one set for the driver's side and thesynchronization symbol will be dis-played next to the temperature button.
Synchronization is stopped with another press on
Synchronize temperature or by changing
the temperature setting for a climate zone other than the driver's.

KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
* Option/accessory.
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Keyless tailgate unlock *
With keyless locking/unlocking, touching the pressure-sensitive indentation on the tailgatehandle will unlock the tailgate.
NOTE
One of the vehicle's remote keys must be within range behind the vehicle for unlock-ing to be possible.
The tailgate is held closed by an electronic locking mechanism. To open:
1. Lightly press the rubberized pressure plate on the underside of the tailgate handle.
> The lock will disengage. 2. Lift the outer handle to open the tailgate.
CAUTION

Only light pressure on the rubberized pressure plate is necessary to releasethe tailgate's locking mechanism.
Use the handle to lift the tailgate and donot apply force to the rubberized pres-sure plate. Too much force can damagethe pressure plate's electrical connec-tions.
Hands-free unlocking of the tailgate is also possible using a foot movement under the rearbumper; see the separate section.
WARNING
Do not drive with the tailgate open. Toxic exhaust fumes can be sucked into the vehi-cle through the cargo compartment.
Related information

Keyless locking and unlocking
* (p. 262)
Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces
*
(p. 261)
Remote key range (p. 250)
Foot movement tailgate operation
*
(p. 272)
Antenna locations for the start and lock system
The antennas for the keyless start system and keyless locking system * are integrated in the
vehicle.
Location of the antennas:
Under the cup holder in the front section of the tunnel console
In the upper front section of the left-side rear door 10
In the upper front section of the right-side rear door10
In the center of the rear seat backrest 10
10
Only in vehicles equipped with keyless locking and unlocking *.

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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 pres- sure plate on the tailgate 16
.
If the vehicle is equipped with both keyless locking/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 thealarm is armed.
Disarming the alarmUnlock and disarm the vehicle alarm by
pressing the unlock button on the remote key
.
grip a door handle or lightly press the tail- gate's rubberized button 16
.
Disarming the alarm without a functioning
remote key
The vehicle can be unlocked and disarmed even if the remote key is not functioning, e.g. ifthe battery is discharged.
1. Open the driver's door using the detacha- ble key blade.
> This will trigger the alarm.
Location of the backup key reader in the cup holder.
2. Place the remote key on the key symbol inthe backup reader in the tunnel console's cup holder. 3. Turn the start knob clockwise and release.
> The alarm will be disarmed.
Turning off a triggered alarm–Press the unlock button on the remote key or put the ignition into mode I by turning
the start knob clockwise and then releas-ing it.
Automatically arming and disarming the alarm
Automatically arming the alarm helps prevent inadvertently leaving the vehicle without alarmprotection. If the vehicle is unlocked using the remote key (and the alarm is disarmed) but none of thedoors or tailgate are opened within twominutes, the alarm will be automaticallyrearmed. The vehicle will also re-lock. On some markets, the alarm will be automati- cally armed following a slight delay after thedriver's door has been opened and closedwithout being locked. To change this setting:1. Tap
Settings in the center display's Top
view.
2. Tap
My CarLocking.
3. Select
Passive Arming Deactivation to
temporarily deactivate the function.
16 Vehicles with keyless locking and unlocking *.

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STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
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Related information
Changing drive mode (p. 438)
Economical driving (p. 446)
Energy distribution in hybrid mode using map data
* (p. 439)
Hybrid gauge (p. 89)
General information about Twin Engine (p. 394)
Changing drive mode Select the drive mode that is adapted to the current driving conditions. The drive mode is changed using the control in the tunnel console.
Keep in mind that not all drive modes are available in all situations. To change drive mode:
1. Press the
DRIVE MODE control.
> A pop-up menu will appear in the cen- ter display.
2. Roll the wheel upward or downward to the desired drive mode. 3. Press the drive mode control or tap its
button in the center display to confirm the selection.
> The selected drive mode is shown inthe instrument panel.
Related information
Drive modes (p. 433)
Activating and deactivating Low Speed Control using the function button (p. 444)
Activating and deactivating Hill DescentControl using the function button (p. 446)

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NOTE
When LSC with HDC is activated in theOff Road drive mode, the feel of the accel-
erator pedal and engine response will change.
NOTE
This drive mode is not designed to be used for normal street driving.
NOTE
The function is deactivated when driving at high speeds and must be reactivated atlower speeds if so desired.
Related information
Activating and deactivating Low Speed Control using the function button (p. 444)
Changing drive mode (p. 438)
Hill Descent Control (p. 445)
All Wheel Drive (AWD) (p. 431)
Activating and deactivating Low Speed Control using the functionbutton There is a function button for driving at low speeds with
Hill Descent Control in the cen-
ter display's Function view if the vehicle is not equipped with a drive mode control in thetunnel console.
Selecting Low Speed Control in the center display's Function view
–Tap the Hill Descent Control button to
activate or deactivate the function.
> An indicator light in the button will illu- minate when the function is activated.
When the engine is switched off, the function will be automatically deactivated.
NOTE
The function is deactivated when driving at high speeds and must be reactivated atlower speeds if so desired.
Related information
Low Speed Control (p. 443)
Changing drive mode (p. 438)
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Low Speed Control
11 Hill Descent Control

STARTING AND DRIVING
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Activating and deactivating Hill Descent Control using the functionbutton There is a function button for assistance on steep gradients with
Hill Descent Control in
the center display's Function view if the vehi- cle is not equipped with a drive mode controlin the tunnel console.
Selecting Hill Descent Control in the center display's Function view
HDC only works at low speeds.
–Tap the Hill Descent Control button to
activate or deactivate the function.
> An indicator light in the button will illu- minate when the function is activated.
When the engine is switched off, the function will be automatically deactivated.
NOTE
The function is deactivated when driving at high speeds and must be reactivated atlower speeds if so desired.
Related information
Hill Descent Control (p. 445)
Changing drive mode (p. 438)
Economical driving
Drive economically and more environmentally conscious by thinking ahead and avoidingrapid starts and stops.
Adapt your driving style and speed to the cur- rent traffic conditions. To help achieve the greatest distance with the lowest fuel consumption with Twin Engine,observe the following:
Charge
Charge the vehicle regularly by plugging it into an electrical outlet. Make it a habit toalways begin trips with the hybrid batteryfully charged.
Locate charging stations along your route.
If possible, choose parking spots withcharging stations.
NOTE
Charge the vehicle from the electricity grid as often as possible!

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AUDIO, MEDIA AND INTERNET
* Option/accessory.
492 5. The song/artist/team will now be added to
the list of alerts. Favorite sports teams can also be added to the list using “GameAlert” in the SiriusXM satellite radio set-tings.
> When your choice is being broadcaston a channel, you will be informed by a pop-up.
iTunes taggingFrom the center display's Top view, tapSiriusXM Settings. Tap the iTunes Taggingmenu. Tap the iTunes Tagging box to acti-
vate/deactivate this function and tap Close to
return to Home view. Tap Tags List to display
a list of all tagged songs. If the function is activated, the
iTunes tagbutton will be displayed in Home view. If a song is played that you would like to buy inthe iTunes store, tap this button while the song is playing to tag it. If a song with
iTunes
Tagging information is available, the button
will be selectable. Tap the button to tag the song. If you would like to buy a tagged songvia iTunes, Tap the iTunes tag button. To buy a song in iTunes, begin by connecting an iPhone/iPod/iPad to the USB port in thetunnel console. The iTunes tagging list willautomatically be transferred to the device andremoved from the list in the vehicle. If thedevice is connected when a song is tagged,the data will automatically be saved in the device. To purchase the song, consult theiTunes support page.
Related information

SiriusXM ®
Satellite radio * (p. 490)
Entering characters, letters and words byhand in the center display (p. 132)
Settings for SiriusXM ®
Satellite radio *
(p. 492)
Settings for SiriusXM ®
Satellite radio *
(p. 492)
Connecting a device via the USB port(p. 506)
Settings for SiriusXM ®
Satellite
radio *
There are numerous settings that can be made to enhance your SiriusXM ®
Satellite
radio listening experience.
SettingsDrag down the top view and tap on Settings
MediaSiriusXM. The following alterna-
tives will be displayed: