2007 VOLVO XC90 ECU

2007 Volvo XC90
Storage space between rear seats (seven-seat models) - option
This storage space provides compartments for pens or other small items. \
Rear side storage compartments and cup holders (seven-seat models)
Lift the lid to access the storage compartment.
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As a safety precaution, all cargo in your vehicle should be securely anc\
hored to keep it from being
thrown forward in the event of sudden braking, etc. The vehicle is equip\
ped with eyelets in the cargo
space to which straps or other cargo restraints can be attached.
WARNING!
The eyelets are not to be used as passenger restraints or as anchorages \
for child
restraints.
Consult your Volvo retailer about suitable accessories for this purpose.\

Remember that an object weighing 44 lbs (20 kg) produces a force of 2,\
200 lbs (1,000 kg) in a head-
on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h)!
Keep the following in mind when loading the vehicle:
l The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is determined by factors such\
as the number of passengers,
the amount of cargo, the weight of any accessories that may be installed\
, etc. See the section "Vehicle
loading" in the chapter "Wheel and tires" for more detailed information.\

l Load the cargo against the backrest.
l Load heavy cargo as low as possible.
l If no one is sitting in the outboard rear seat(s), reinforce the backr\
est by fastening the seat belts.
l Never load cargo above the backrest without a cargo net.
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WARNING!
When the rear backrest(s) are folded down, the vehicle should not be l\
oaded to a level higher than 2
in. (5 cm) below the upper edge of the rear side windows. Objects plac\
ed higher than this level could
impede the function of the inflatable curtain.
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Securing cargo
Nylon cargo net (accessory)
The Volvo XC90 can be equipped with a cargo net made of strong nylon fab\
ric.
This net can be installed in two places:
l Behind the rear seat backrests (the second row of seats in seven-seat m\
odels)
l Behind the front seat backrests if the rear seat backrests (the second \
row of seats in seven-seat
models) have been folded down.
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If the vehicle is equipped with the cargo area cover, lift the cover out\
of the vehicle before installing the
cargo net.
- The upper and lower rods of the cargo net are hinged. Position the rod\
s so that they are straight and
lock in position.
- Insert the end of the upper rod in one of the attachment brackets (se\
e illustration above).
- Insert the other end of the rod in the attachment bracket on the oppos\
ite side of the vehicle.
- Attach the lower straps to the eyelets on the floor if the net has bee\
n installed in the rear attachment
brackets.
Use the eyelets in the front seat rails if the net has been installed in\
the forward attachment brackets.
NOTE: On seven-seat models: When using the net in the rear attachment bracket\
s, be sure it is installed
in front of the side armrests.
- Adjust the straps to pull the net taut.
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Folding and storing the cargo net
Press the release buttons on the hinges (1 in the illustration above) \
and fold the net. The cargo net can be
stored under the floor of the cargo area on five-seat models.
WARNING!
l Be sure the cargo net is properly inserted in the attachment brackets an\
d the straps are correctly
attached to the eyelets and pulled taut.
l Do not use the net if it is damaged in any way.
l When it is not in use, store the net so that it cannot be thrown forward\
in the event of sudden
braking, etc.
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Steel grid (accessory)
Installing the grid, upper attachments
- Lift in the grid through the tailgate or through one of the rear passe\
nger doors (in this case, fold down
the rear seat backrests/backrests in second row of seats in seven-seat m\
odels).
- Insert one of the grid's upper attachments into an attachment bracket \
above one of the rear passenger
doors (see illustration above).
- Push the grid's attachment into the forward position in the attachment\
bracket (see inset illustration
above) to lock the attachment in place.
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- Insert the grid's other upper attachment in the attachment bracket abo\
ve the opposite rear passenger
door, and press the attachment into the forward position in the attachme\
nt bracket to lock it in place.
Installing the grid, lower attachments
- Insert the lower attachment bracket through the steel grid's lower mou\
nt from underneath.
- Install the spring on the attachment bracket and tighten the knob.
- Secure the attachment bracket hook in the lower cargo eyelet. Turn the\
knob to tension the attachment
bracket in the cargo eyelet.
- Repeat the operation on the opposite side.
- Tighten both attachment brackets alternatively.
- Place the protective caps on the threads above the knobs.
WARNING!
Seven-seat models:
l The backrests of the optional third row seats must be folded down when i\
nstalling the steel grid.
l The steel grid is installed behind the second row of seats in seven-seat\
models. To avoid the risk of
injury, no one should be allowed to sit in the third row of seats when t\
he steel grid is in place in the
vehicle.
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Cargo area cover (option)
Installing the cargo area cover:
- Press the end pieces of the cargo area cover down in the holders.
- Pull out the cargo area cover and hook it in the holes in the rear car\
go area pillars (see illustration
above).
Removing the cargo area cover:
Press the end pieces of the cover inward. Pull up and lift out.
Grocery bag holder
- Fold down the lower section of the tailgate.
- Fold up the rear section of the cargo compartment floor.
- Hang or secure your grocery bags by means of the straps or holders.
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Emergency towing
The towing eyelet is located in the tool bag, under the floor of the car\
go area. This eyelet must be screwed into the
positions provided on the right sides of either the front or rear bumper\
(see illustrations).
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 \
using 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 started using an a\
uxiliary battery (see
page 136).
- 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.
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Towing
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