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Top tether anchors92
Integrated booster cushion*93
Raising the integrated booster cushion*94
Stowing the integrated booster cushion*96
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Instruments and controls100
Trip computer101
Displaying trip computer information102
Displaying trip statistics104
HomeLink® Wireless Control System*104
Programming the HomeLink® Wire-less Control System*105
Adjusting the power door mirrors108
Laminated panoramic roof*110
Operating the laminated panoramic roof*111
Power windows113
Operating the power windows113
Rearview mirror114
Using sun shades115
Settings view115
Categories in Settings view116
Changing system settings in Set-tings view118
Changing settings in apps119
Resetting the settings view119
Resetting user data when the vehiclechanges owners120
Ambient temperature sensor120
Clock121
Head-up display (HUD)*122

Voice control125
Using voice commands125
Voice control for cell phones126
Voice control for radio and media127
Climate system voice commands128
Navigation system voice commands129
Voice control settings130
Indicator symbols in the instrument panel130
Instrument panel132
Hybrid-related information in theinstrument panel134
Instrument panel licenses136
Warning symbols in the instrument panel141
Compass142
Calibrating the compass143
Lighting panel and controls144
Parking lights146
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)146
Low beam headlights147
High and low beam headlights148
Active Bending Lights*149
Rear fog lights (certain models only)150
Brake lights151
Hazard warning flashers151
Using turn signals151

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Electrical current for charging the hybrid bat-tery
Electric motor for powering the rear wheels
Hybrid battery
Drive modes (change in the center display orby using the drive mode control in the tunnelconsole)
Instrument panel showing unique hybrid-rela-ted information

WARNING
Please be aware that there is no sound fromthe engine when the vehicle is being poweredby the electric motor and it may be difficult todetect by children, pedestrians, cyclists andanimals. This is especially true at low speeds.

High-voltage electrical current WARNING
A number of electrical components in theXC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid usehigh-voltage current and can be extremelydangerous if handled incorrectly. These com-ponents and any orange wiring in the vehiclemay only be handled by trained and qualifiedVolvo service technicians.

Hybrid-unique functions
Drive modes
Different drive modes can be selected while driv-ing, e.g., electric power only or a combination ofelectric and gasoline power. The vehicle calcu-lates the optimal combination of drivability, drivingexperience, environmental impact and fuel econ-omy for the selected drive mode. See also thearticle "Drive modes" for additional information.

Instrument panel
In certain driving situations, hybrid-unique infor-mation may be displayed in the instrument panel,such as: a hybrid battery gauge (current chargelevel), the current drive mode, a symbol that illu-minates when the gasoline engine is being used,a Hybrid Guide and the level of energy regenera-tion.

Preconditioning
In order to function optimally, the hybrid battery(and its related electrical systems) and the gaso-line engine (and its drive systems) should be atthe correct operating temperature. The hybridbattery's capacity is reduced considerably if it is
too cold or hot. Preconditioning prepares thevehicle's drive systems and passenger compart-ment before the vehicle is driven to help reducewear and energy consumption.
Charging the hybrid battery
CAUTION
Never connect the charging cable if there is arisk of thunderstorms/lightning.
The XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid uses alithium-ion battery that can be charged in severalways:
•A charging cable can be connected from thevehicle to a 110-volt AC socket. Chargingtime depends on the strength of the current.
•When the brakes are applied lightly, the elec-tric motor is used for engine braking, duringwhich the vehicle's kinetic energy is conver-ted into electric current that is used to helprecharge the hybrid battery.
•The hybrid battery is also recharged to a cer-tain extent when the gasoline engine is inoperation.

Related information
•Drive modes (p. 420)
•Hybrid-related information in the instrumentpanel (p. 134)
•Charging the hybrid battery (p. 413)

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WARNING
The driver is always responsible for operatingthe vehicle in a safe manner and for comply-ing with current statutes and regulations.
It is also essential to maintain and service thevehicle according to Volvo's recommendationsas stated in the owner's information and theservice and warranty booklet.
If the on-board information differs from theprinted owner's manual, the printed informa-tion always takes precedence.

Related information
•Volvo Structural Parts Statement (p. 30)
Volvo Structural Parts Statement
Volvo has always been and continues to be aleader in automotive safety.
Volvo engineers and manufactures vehiclesdesigned to help protect vehicle occupants in theevent of a collision.
Volvos are designed to absorb the impact of acollision. This energy absorption system including,but not limited to, structural components such asbumper reinforcement bars, bumper energyabsorbers, frames, rails, fender aprons, A-pillars,B-pillars and body panels must work together tomaintain cabin integrity and protect the vehicleoccupants.
The supplemental restraint system including butnot limited to air bags, side curtain air bags, anddeployment sensors work together with theabove components to provide proper timing forair bag deployment.
Due to the above, Volvo Car USA does not sup-port the use of aftermarket, alternative or any-thing other than original Volvo parts for collisionrepair.
Volvo Car USA also recommends using Volvo-approved replacement glass. The use of after-market glass, particularly a windshield, can havean adverse effect on collision avoidance andadvanced lighting systems.
In addition Volvo does not support the use or re-use of structural components from an existing
vehicle that has been previously damaged.Although these parts may appear equivalent, it isdifficult to tell if the parts have been previouslyreplaced with non-OE parts or if the part hasbeen damaged as a result of a prior collision. Thequality of these used parts may also have beenaffected due to environmental exposure.
Related information
•Crash event data (p. 31)
•Contacting Volvo (p. 14)

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Using the owner's manual
Reading your owner's manual is a good way offamiliarizing yourself with the features and sys-tems in your vehicle.

On-board owner's manual
Reading the owner's manual is a good way tobecome familiar with your vehicle and to learn toutilize the features and functions that it offers.Pay particular attention to the warnings provided.
Volvo reserves the right to make model changesat any time, or to change specifications or designwithout notice and without incurring obligation.
© Volvo Car Corporation

Printed owner's information
We advise keeping printed owner's information inthe vehicle for quick access to necessary infor-mation and how to contact Volvo if help isrequired.

Illustrations
Some of the illustrations used in your owner'sinformation may be generic and will give a gen-eral view of a certain feature or function. Forexample, some illustrations describing climatesystem functions may display a temperature indegrees Celsius but the same information appliesto Fahrenheit.
Options and accessories
Optional or accessory equipment described inthis manual is indicated by an asterisk.
Optional or accessory equipment may not beavailable in all countries or markets. Please notethat some vehicles may be equipped differently,depending on special legal requirements.
Contact your Volvo retailer for additional informa-tion.

Footnotes
Certain pages of this manual contain informationin the form of footnotes at the bottom of thepage. This information supplements the text thatthe footnote number refers to (a letter is used ifthe footnote refers to text in a table).

Messages
There are several displays in the vehicle thatshow messages generated by various systemsand functions in the vehicle. The appearance ofthese texts differs slightly from normal texts (forexample: Phone, Accept).

Decals
There are various types of decals in the vehiclewhose purpose is to provide important informa-tion in a clear and concise way. The importanceof these decals is explained as follows, indescending order of importance.
Risk of injury
Black ISO symbols on a yellow warning back-ground, white text/image on a black background.Decals of this type are used to indicate potentialdanger. Ignoring a warning of this type couldresult in serious injury or death.

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.59

Using the search function
1.Tap the magnifying glass icon () in theowner's manual's upper menu. A keyboardwill appear at the bottom of the screen.
2.Enter a word, e.g., "seat belt."
> Suggested articles will be displayed asmore characters are entered.
3. Confirm by tapping the article. To leavesearch mode tap the up-arrow next to thesearch box.

Related information
•On-board digital owner's manual (p. 56)
•Using the center display keyboard (p. 36)
Glass
Laminated glass
The windshield and panoramic roof* are made oflaminated glass, which is reinforced to help pre-vent break-ins and to provide additional sound-proofing. Laminated glass is optional for theother side windows.
Laminated glass symbol5

Related information
•Laminated panoramic roof* (p. 110)
•Power windows (p. 113)
•Defrosting windows and mirrors (p. 206)
•Using sun shades (p. 115)
•Rearview mirror (p. 114)
•Power windows (p. 113)
•Head-up display (HUD)* (p. 122)
•Activating/deactivating the rain sensor(p. 162)
•Windshield and headlight washers (p. 163)
•Tailgate window wiper and washer (p. 164)
•Defrosting windows and mirrors (p. 206)
Technician certification
In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo sup-ports certification by the National Institute forAutomotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.).
Certified technicians have demonstrated a highdegree of competence in specific areas. Besidespassing exams, each technician must also haveworked in the field for two or more years before acertificate is issued. These professional techni-cians are best able to analyze vehicle problemsand perform the necessary maintenance proce-dures to keep your Volvo at peak operating con-dition.

XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid
Technicians performing work on a vehicle withelectrification should also have the necessarytraining and specialized certification required forperforming repairs and/or maintenance on avehicle with electrification.

WARNING
A number of electrical components in theXC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid usehigh-voltage current and can be extremelydangerous if handled incorrectly. These com-ponents and any orange wiring in the vehiclemay only be handled by trained and qualifiedVolvo service technicians.
5This symbol is not shown on the windshield or moon roof/panoramic roof.

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General safety information
The vehicle is equipped with a number of safetysystems for the driver and passengers.
In the event of an accident, there are a number ofsensors in the vehicle that react and triggersafety systems such as Roll Stability Control, air-bags, seat belt pretensioners, etc., depending onthe severity of the collision. There are alsomechanical systems such as the WhiplashProtection System.

Warning symbol in the instrument panel
The warning symbol in the instrumentpanel illuminates when the ignition is inmode II or higher. It will go out afterapprox. 6 seconds if no faults aredetected in the airbag system.

WARNING
•If the SRS warning light stays on after theengine has started or if it illuminateswhile you are driving, have the vehicleinspected by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician as soon as possible.
•Never try to repair any component or partof the SRS yourself. Any interference inthe system could cause malfunction andserious injury. All work on these systemsshould be performed by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.
If the dedicated warning symbol is notfunctioning, the general warning sym-bol will illuminate instead and the samemessage will be displayed in the instru-ment panel.
Related information
•Safety during pregnancy (p. 64)
•Seat belts (p. 66)
•Airbag system (p. 71)
•Safety mode (p. 79)
•Whiplash protection system (p. 65)
•Child safety (p. 81)
Occupant safety
Safety is Volvo's cornerstone.
Volvo's concern for safety
Our concern for safety dates back to 1927 whenthe first Volvo rolled off the production line.Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safetycages, and energy-absorbing impact zones weredesigned into Volvo vehicles long before it wasfashionable or required by government regulation.
We will not compromise our commitment tosafety. We continue to seek out new safety fea-tures and to refine those already in our vehicles.You can help. We would appreciate hearing yoursuggestions about improving automobile safety.We also want to know if you ever have a safetyconcern with your vehicle. Call us in the U.S. at:1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at:1-800-663-8255.

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.65

Related information
•Buckling and unbuckling seat belts (p. 67)
•Adjusting power front seats* (p. 168)
•Manually operated front seats (p. 167)
Whiplash protection system
The Whiplash protection system (WHIPS) con-sists of specially designed hinges and bracketson the front seat backrests designed to helpabsorb some of the energy generated in a colli-sion from the rear (when the vehicle is rear-ended).

Function
In the event of certain rear-end collisions, thehinges and brackets of the front seat backrestsare designed to change position slightly to allowthe backrest/head restraint to help support theoccupant's head before moving slightly rearward.This movement helps absorb some of the forcesthat could result in whiplash.

WARNING
•The WHIPS system is designed to sup-plement the other safety systems in yourvehicle. For this system to function prop-erly, the three-point seat belt must beworn. Please be aware that no systemcan prevent all possible injuries that mayoccur in an accident.
•The WHIPS system is designed to func-tion in certain collisions from the rear,depending on the crash severity, angleand speed.
WARNING
•Occupants in the front seats must neversit out of position. The occupant's backmust be as upright as comfort allows andbe against the seat back with the seatbelt properly fastened.
•If your vehicle has been involved in a rear-end collision, the front seat backrestsmust be inspected by a trained and quali-fied Volvo service technician, even if theseats appear to be undamaged. Certaincomponents in the WHIPS system mayneed to be replaced.
•Do not attempt to service any componentin the WHIPS system yourself.

WARNING
•Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind thefront seats could impede the function ofthe Whiplash Protection System.
•If the rear seat backrests are foldeddown, cargo must be secured to preventit from sliding forward against the frontseat backrests in the event of a collisionfrom the rear. This could interfere withthe action of the Whiplash ProtectionSystem.

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.66
Do not place any objects behind the front seats thatcould impede the WHIPS function

WARNING
Any contact between the front seat backrestsand the folded rear seat or a rear-facing childseat could impede the function of the WHIPSsystem. If the rear seat is folded down, theoccupied front seats must be adjusted for-ward so that they do not touch the folded rearseat.

Related information
•General safety information (p. 62)
•Rear Collision Warning (RCW) (p. 338)
•Manually operated front seats (p. 167)
•Power front seats* (p. 168)
Seat belts
Seat belts should always be worn by all occu-pants of your vehicle. Children should be prop-erly restrained, using an infant, car, or boosterseat determined by age, weight and height.
Most states and provinces make it mandatory foroccupants of a vehicle to use seat belts.
Reversible seat belt pretensioners
Reversible seat belt pretensioners is a system inthe front seats that pulls the seat belts slightlytaut prior to a collision. This function helps posi-tion the front seat occupants to help improve theeffects of other safety systems, e.g., the airbagsystem.

Seat belt maintenance
Check periodically that the seat belts are in goodcondition. Use water and a mild detergent forcleaning. Check seat belt mechanism function asfollows: attach the seat belt and pull rapidly onthe strap.
WARNING
•Never repair the belt yourself; have thiswork done by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician only.
•Any device used to induce slack into theshoulder belt portion of the three-pointbelt system will have a detrimental effecton the amount of protection available toyou in the event of a collision.
•The seat back should not be tilted too farback. The shoulder belt must be taut inorder to function properly.
•Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat children who have outgrown thesedevices sit in the rear seat with the seatbelt properly fastened.

Related information
•Buckling and unbuckling seat belts (p. 67)
•Door and seat belt reminders (p. 70)
•Seat belt pretensioners (p. 67)

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Seat belt pretensioners
The vehicle's seat belts are equipped with stand-ard and electric pretensioners that can help pullthe seat belts taut in a critical situation or a colli-sion. Some or all of the pretensioners will betriggered in certain types of collisions, depend-ing on the direction and severity of the impact.

Reversible seat belt pretensioners
Reversible seat belt pretensioners is a system inthe front seats that pulls the seat belts slightlytaut prior to a collision. This function helps posi-tion the front seat occupants to help improve theeffects of other safety systems, e.g., the airbagsystem.

Seat belt pretensioners in collisions
The seat belts are equipped with standard pre-tensioners that are triggered according to theseverity of a collision.

Seat belt pretensioners in critical
situations
In addition to the standard pretensioners, theseat belts in the front seats are also equippedwith electric pretensioners.
The pretensioners interact and can be triggeredalong with the City Safety and Rear CollisionWarning systems. In critical situations such assudden braking, evasive maneuvers, etc., the seatbelt can be pulled taut by the pretensioner'selectric motor.
The electric pretensioner positions the occupantin the seat to help reduce the risk of striking theinterior of the passenger compartment andimproves the effect of other safety systems suchas the airbags.
Resetting the electric pretensioners
When a critical situation has passed, the seat beltand the electric pretensioner are reset automati-cally.
If the seat belt should remain taut:
1. Stop the vehicle safely.
2. Unbuckle the seat belt and rebuckle it.
> The seat belt and the electric preten-sioner will be reset.

Related information
•Seat belts (p. 66)
•Door and seat belt reminders (p. 70)
•Buckling and unbuckling seat belts (p. 67)
Buckling and unbuckling seat belts
Seat belts should be used by all occupants inthe vehicle when it is in motion.

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Door and seat belt reminders
The door and seat belt reminders are intendedto alert all occupants of the vehicle that theirseat belts should be buckled before the vehiclebegins to move or if a door, the hood, tailgate orfuel filler door have not been closed properly.

Graphics in the instrument panel
Warning colors for doors/tailgate vary depending on thevehicle's speed (generic illustration)
The instrument panel graphic shows the seatswhere seat belts are not buckled.
The same graphic also indicates if a door, thehood, tailgate or fuel filler door is/are open.
This graphic disappears automatically afterapprox. 30 seconds or if the if the O button onthe steering wheel keypad is pressed.
Seat belt reminder
Seat belt reminder light in ceiling console
The seat belt reminder consists of anaudible signal, an indicator light nearthe rearview mirror and a symbol in theinstrument panel that alert all occu-pants of the vehicle to buckle their seat belts.
The audible signal is speed-dependent and willsound for several seconds.
If the driver's or a passenger's seat belt is notbuckled, this will be indicated in the instrumentpanel.
Child seats are not included in the seat beltreminder system.

Front seats
An audible signal and an indicator light willremind the driver and front seat passenger tobuckle their seat belts.
Rear seats
The rear seat belt reminder has two functions.
•It indicates which seat belts are buckled inthe rear seats. This will also be displayed inan instrument panel graphic.
•It also provides audio and visual reminders ifa rear seat belt is unbuckled while the vehi-cle is in motion. The reminders will disappearwhen the seat belt has been buckled againor can be erased by pressing the O buttonon the steering wheel keypad.

Door/hood/tailgate/fuel filler door
reminder
If a door, the hood, tailgate or fuel filler dooris/are not properly closed, this will be indicated ina graphic in the instrument panel. Stop the vehi-cle safely and close the source of the reminder.
If the vehicle is moving at a speedunder approx.6 mph (10 km/h), theinformation symbol will illuminate in theinstrument panel.
At speeds above approx. 6 mph(10 km/h), the warning symbol will illu-minate in the instrument panel.

Related information
•Seat belts (p. 66)
•Buckling and unbuckling seat belts (p. 67)