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initial position by hand.
When changing lanes 
The driver can automatically flash the turn signals 3 times by: 
l     Moving the turn signal lever up or down to position 1 and releasing it. \
l     Moving the lever up or down to position 2 and immediately back to its or\
iginal position.
NOTE: 
l     This automatic flashing sequence can be interrupted by immediately movin\
g the lever in the opposite 
direction. 
l     If the turn signal indicator flashes faster than normal, check for a bur\
ned-out turn signal bulb.
High/low beam headlights 
Continuous high beams 
- Turn the ignition key to position II. 
- With the light switch (1) in position 
, (see page 55) pull the turn signal lever toward the steering 
wheel (position 4) to toggle between high and low beams (this also ap\
plies on models equipped with the 
optional Active Bi-Xenon headlights).
High beam flash 
- Turn the ignition key to position II. 
- Pull the turn signal lever to position 3. The high beams will remain o\
n until the lever is released.
Home safe lighting 
When you leave your vehicle at night, you can make use of the home safe \
lighting function to illuminate 
the area in front of the vehicle. 
- Remove the key from the ignition switch. 
- Pull the direction indicator lever as far as possible towards the stee\
ring wheel (to position 4) and 
release it. 
- Exit the vehicle and lock the doors. The headlights and parking lights\
 will illuminate and remain on for 
30
1, 60 or 90 seconds. The time interval can be changed by an authorized Vo\
lvo retailer. 
1. Factory setting 
pg. 59 Instruments and controls 
Right-side steering wheel lever 
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W - Winter/Wet driving mode - enhanced vehicle traction 
l     Mode W will only function if the gear selector is in the (D)rive position. 
l     Press the button at the base of the gear selector to engage/disengage th\
is driving mode. 
l     An LED in the button will light up to indicate that W is engaged and thi\
s will also be displayed in the instrument panel 
(see 
page 46). 
l     This mode may be selected for starting/ moving off on slippery roads. 
1. Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maint\
enance service intervals except at owner request and at 
additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer. 
pg. 144 Starting and driving 
Before a long distance trip 
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle checked at a Volvo retailer\
 before driving long distances. Your retailer will 
also be able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blad\
es for your use in the event that problems occur. 
As a minimum, the following items should be checked before any long trip\
: 
l     Check that engine runs smoothly and that fuel consumption is normal. 
l     Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage. 
l     Check transmission oil level1. 
l     Check condition of drive belts. 
l     Check state of the battery's charge. 
l     Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as well), and replace those th\
at are worn. Check tire pressures. 
l     The brakes, front wheel alignment, and steering gear should be checked b\
y your Volvo retailer only. 
l     Check all lights, including high beams. 
l     Reflective warning triangles are legally required in some states/provinc\
es. 
l     Have a word with your Volvo retailer if you intend to drive in countries\
 where it may be difficult to obtain the correct 
fuel. 
l     Consider your destination. If you will be driving through an area where \
snow or ice are likely to occur, consider snow 
tires. 
1. To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not inspect your\
 vehicle's transmission fluid yourself. Have your vehicle's 
transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo service technici\
an. 
pg. 145 Starting and driving 
Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) - option 
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VOLVO  XC90
Maintenance 
pg. 179 Maintenance 
Volvo service 
180
Maintaining your car 
181
Emission inspection 
readiness 
182
Working on your vehicle 
183
Engine compartment 
185
Engine oil 
186
Fluids 
188
Wiper blades 
190
Battery 
191
Replacing bulbs 
194
Fuses 
201
pg. 180 Maintenance 
Volvo service 
Maintenance service 
Periodic maintenance will help keep your vehicle running well. Your Warr\
anty and Service Records 
Information booklet provides a comprehensive maintenance schedule up to \
150,000 miles (240,000 km) 
of vehicle service. This maintenance program contains inspections and se\
rvices necessary for the proper 
function of your vehicle, and includes components that affect vehicle em\
issions. The maintenance 
services contain several checks that require special instruments and too\
ls and therefore must be 
performed by a qualified technician. Volvo advises you to follow the ser\
vice program outlined in this 
booklet. To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time-tested and pr\
oven Genuine Volvo Parts and 
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NOTE: After the battery has been disconnected or replaced, lock and unlock th\
e vehicle with the central 
locking system's remote control to reactivate such features as the power\
 windows, moonroof, courtesy 
lighting, etc. 
WARNING! 
Ventilation hose: 
l     The battery generates hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive. Th\
e battery is fitted with a 
ventilation hose which vents hydrogen gas out of the battery compartment\
 through a ventilation 
opening in the bottom of this compartment. If the battery must be replac\
ed, it is essential that the 
ventilation hose is properly connected to the battery and that it is rou\
ted through the ventilation 
opening provided (see illustration). 
l     Be sure the ventilation hose is free of debris. 
l     Only use replacement batteries equipped with a ventilation hose. Consult\
 your Volvo retailer. 
pg. 194 Maintenance 
Replacing bulbs 
When replacing bulbs, keep the following points in mind: 
l     Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from y\
our fingers vaporize in the 
heat and will leave a deposit on the reflector, which will damage it. 
l     The optional Active Bi-Xenon headlight bulbs contain trace amounts of me\
rcury. These bulbs should 
always be disposed of by an authorized Volvo retailer. 
l     The following bulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified V\
olvo service technician: 
- Active Bi-Xenon headlights, 
- Courtesy (dome) lighting, 
- Reading lights, 
- Glove compartment lights 
- Turn signals and courtesy lights in the side door mirrors 
- High-mounted brake lights
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Replacing high/low beams/turn signal/parking light bulbs 
The entire lamp housing must be lifted out when replacing these bulbs. 
To lift out the lamp housing: 
- Switch off the ignition. 
- Open the hood. 
- Pull up the retaining pins (see the illustration above). 
- Lift out the lamp housing. 
WARNING! 
Active Bi-Xenon headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by \
these headlights, these bulbs 
should only be replaced by an authorized Volvo service technician. 
pg. 195 Maintenance 
Replacing bulbs 
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Location of the bulbs in the headlight housing 
- Low beam headlight/Active Bi-Xenon headlight (option) 
- High beam headlight 
- Turn signal 
- Parking light 
- Side marker light 
Replacing the low beam bulb 
(Halogen headlights) 
- Remove the plastic cover over the bulb (1) by turning it countercloc\
kwise. 
- Pull the connector from the lamp housing (2). 
- Loosen the bulb's retaining spring by first moving it to the right and\
 then moving it out of the way. 
- Pull out the bulb from the holder. 
- Insert the new bulb (without touching the glass) in the holder. 
- Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it\
 seats properly. 
- Press the bulb holder into place on the headlight housing. 
- Reinstall the plastic cap. The letters "HAUT" on the cap must be upwar\
d. 
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pg. 196 Maintenance 
Replacing bulbs 
Replacing the high beam bulb 
(Halogen headlights) 
- Remove the rubber cover (1) by pulling it off. 
- Pull the connector from the lamp housing (2). 
- Loosen the bulb's retaining spring by first moving it to the right and\
 then moving it out of the way. 
- Pull out the bulb from the holder. 
- Insert the new bulb (without touching the glass) in the holder. 
- Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it\
 seats properly. 
- Press the bulb holder into place on the headlight housing. 
- Press the rubber cover into place. 
Replacing the high beam bulb 
(Active Bi-Xenon headlights) 
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- Remove the rubber cover over the bulb (1) by pulling it off. 
- Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out of the headlight\
 housing. 
- Remove the connector from the bulb unit (2) by pressing the lock tab\
 out and pulling. 
- Connect the connector to the new bulb unit until it clicks into place.\
 
- Press a new bulb unit into the headlight housing and turn it clockwise\
 into place. 
- Reinstall the plastic cover. 
pg. 197 Maintenance 
Replacing bulbs 
Replacing the parking light/side marker light bulbs 
- Turn the lamp holder approximately 1/4 turn counterclockwise and pull \
it out of the headlight housing. 
- Pull the bulb straight out. 
- Align the guide lugs on the side of the base of the new bulb in the gr\
ooves in the holder and press it 
into place. 
- Press the lamp holder into the place in the headlight housing and turn\
 it approximately 1/4 turn 
clockwise. 
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