2005 VOLVO XC90 length

2005 VOLVO XC90
To attach the towing eyelet:
A Use a coin to pry open the lower edge of the cover (A).
B Screw the towing eyelet (C) in place (B), first by hand and then us\
ing the tire iron until it is securely
in place.
After the vehicle has been towed, the eyelet should be removed and retur\
ned to the tool bag. Press the
cover back into position.
Precautions when the vehicle is in tow
l The steering wheel must be unlocked. Turn the ignition key to position I\
or II.
l The gear selector must be in position N.
l Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable t\
owing speed.
l Maximum distance with front wheels on ground: 50 miles (80 km).
l While the vehicle is being towed, try to keep the tow rope taut at all t\
imes.
l The vehicle should only be towed in forward direction.
CAUTION
- Please check with state and local authorities before attempting this t\
ype of towing, as vehicles being
towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length \
and type of towing device,
lighting, etc.
- If the vehicle's battery is dead, do not attempt to start the vehicle \
by pushing or pulling it as this will
damage the three-way catalytic converter(s). The engine must be jump s\
tarted using an auxiliary
battery (see
page 104).
- If the vehicle is being towed on a flat bed truck, the towing eyelets \
must not be used to secure the
vehicle on the flat bed. Consult the tow truck operator.
WARNING!
- Remember that the power brakes and power steering will not function wh\
en engine is not running.
The braking and steering systems will function but the brake pedal press\
ure required is 3 - 4 times
above normal and greater steering effort must be exerted.
- The towing eyelets must not be used for pulling the vehicle out of a d\
itch or for any similar purpose
involving severe strain. Do not use the towing eyelets to pull the vehic\
le up onto a flat bed tow truck.
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2005 VOLVO XC90
Max. roof load 220 lbs 100 kg
Trailer weight, w/o brakes 1700 lbs 750 kg
Trailer weight, with brakes See the table on
page 105
Max. tongue weight See the table on
page 105
pg. 166 Specifications
Dimensions
Dimensions
Length 188.9 in (479.8 cm)
Width 74.7 in (189.8 cm)
Height 70.2 in (178.4 cm)
Wheelbase 112.5 in (285.7 cm)
Front track 64.3 in (163.4 cm)
Rear track 63.9 (162.4 cm)
Turning
circle 39-40 ft. (11.9-12.3 m)
Cargo capacity
With optional 3rd row of seats folded down:
5-seat: 41.6 cu ft (1178 litres)
7-seat: 43.3 cu ft (1225 litres)
Behind 1st row of seats, with 2nd (and optional 3rd) row of seats fold\
ed down:
5-seat: 84.9 cu ft (2403 litres)
7-seat: 85.1 cu ft (2410 litres)
Behind 1st row of seats, with front passenger seat, 2nd row (and option\
al 3rd row) of seats folded
down:
5-seat: 92.0 cu ft (2606 litres)
7-seat: 93.2 cu ft (2640 litres)
pg. 167 Specifications
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