2009 VOLVO XC90 wiper blades

Contents
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09 Maintenance and servicingVolvo service........................................... 202
Maintaining your vehicle......................... 203
Working on your vehicle......................... 205
Engine compartment............................... 207
Engine oil................................................ 208
Fluids....................................................... 211
Wiper blades........................................... 213
Battery..................................................... 214
Replacing bulbs...................................... 217
Fuses....................................................... 224
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10 AudioAudio system overview........................... 236
Audio system controls............................237
Radio functions....................................... 242
Sirius satellite radio................................. 244
Auxiliary equipment................................248
CD player/changer.................................. 249
Menu structure........................................ 252
Rear Seat Entertainment - Dual Screen
(RSE)–option.......................................... 253
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11 SpecificationsLabel information.................................... 258
Dimensions............................................ 260
Weights ..................................................262
Fluids....................................................... 265
Suspension............................................. 267
Engine oil................................................ 268
Engine specifications.............................. 269
Electrical system..................................... 270
Three-way catalytic converter................. 272
Volvo programs....................................... 273

01 SafetyOccupant safety
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Volvo's concern for safetySafety is the Volvo cornerstone. Our concern
dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled
off the production line. Three-point seat belts
(a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-
absorbing impact zones were designed into
Volvo vehicles long before it was fashionable
or required by government regulation. We will
not compromise our commitment to safety. We
continue to seek out new safety features and
to refine those already in our vehicles. You can
help. We would appreciate hearing your sug-
gestions about improving automobile safety.
We also want to know if you ever have a safety
concern with your vehicle. Call us in the U.S.
at: 800-458-1552 or in Canada at:
800-663-8255.Occupant safety remindersHow safely you drive doesn't depend on how
old you are but rather on:•
How well you see.
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Your ability to concentrate.
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How quickly you make decisions under
stress to avoid an accident.
The tips listed below are suggestions to help
you cope with the ever changing traffic envi-
ronment.
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Never drink and drive.
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If you are taking any medication, consult
your physician about its potential effects
on your driving abilities.
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Take a driver-retraining course.
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Have your eyes checked regularly.
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Keep your windshield and headlights
clean.
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Replace wiper blades when they start to
leave streaks.
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Take into account the traffic, road, and
weather conditions, particularly with
regard to stopping distance.
Reporting safety defects in the U.S.If you believe that your vehicle has a defect
which could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately inform
the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis-
tration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Volvo
Cars of North America, LLC. If NHTSA receives
similar complaints, it may open an investiga-
tion, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in
a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot
become involved in individual problems
between you, your retailer, or Volvo Cars of
North America, LLC. To contact NHTSA, you
may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free
at 1-888-327-4236(TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to: NHTSA,
U.S. Department of Transportation, Washing-
ton D.C. 20590.
You can also obtain other information about
motor vehicle safety from:
http://www.safercar.gov
Volvo strongly recommends that if your vehicle
is covered under a service campaign, safety or
emission recall or similar action, it should be
completed as soon as possible. Please check
with your local retailer or Volvo Cars of North
America, LLC if your vehicle is covered under
these conditions.
NHTSA can be reached at:
Internet:
http://www.nhtsa.gov
Telephone:
1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

02 Instruments and controlsRight-side steering wheel lever
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Windshield wipers
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Thumb wheelRain sensor on/off
Windshield wipers off
If the lever is in the 0 position and
you move it upwards, the wipers
will sweep one stroke at a time for
as long as you hold the lever up.
Single sweep position
Move the lever slightly upward
from the 0 position for one sweep
of the wipers. The lever returns
automatically to 0 when released.
Intermittent wiper function
With the lever in this position, you
can set the wiper interval by twist-
ing the control ring 1 upward to
increase wiper speed or down-
ward to decrease the speed.
Windshield washer/headlight washer
(certain models)When the lever is pulled to wash the wind-
shield, high pressure jets mounted in the
bumper will spray the headlights.
CAUTION
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Use ample washer fluid when washing
the windshield to avoid scratching the
glass. The windshield should be thor-
oughly wet when the wipers are in oper-
ation.
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Before using the wipers, ice and snow
should be removed from the wind-
shield/rear window. Be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen in place.
•
To conserve washer fluid in driving condi-
tions where the windshield washers are
used frequently, the headlights will only be
washed once for every five times the wind-
shield is washed within a 10-minute period.
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A short pull on the lever will wash the wind-
shield only.
•
When approximately 1 US quart (1 liter)
remains in the washer fluid reservoir, the
headlights will not be washed when the
lever is pulled to conserve washer fluid for
the windshield.
Continuous wiper functionTop arrow: normal speed
Bottom arrows: higher speed

06 Starting and drivingBefore a long distance trip
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It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician before driving long distances.
Your retailer or service technician will also be
able to supply you with bulbs, fuses, spark
plugs and wiper blades for your use in the event
that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:•
Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.
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Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage.
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Check transmission oil level
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Check condition of drive belts.
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Check state of the battery's charge.
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Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.
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The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian only.
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Check all lights, including high beams.
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Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
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Have a word with your Volvo retailer if you
intend to drive in countries where it may be
difficult to obtain the correct fuel.
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Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
1To 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 technician.

08 Car careWashing and cleaning the vehicle
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Washing•
The vehicle should be washed at regular
intervals since dirt, dust, insects and tar
spots adhere to the paint and may cause
damage. It is particularly important to wash
the vehicle frequently in the wintertime to
prevent corrosion, when salt has been
used on the roads.
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When washing the vehicle, do not expose
it to direct sunlight. Use lukewarm water to
soften the dirt before you wash with a
sponge, and plenty of water, to avoid
scratching.
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Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as
soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may
be permanently damaged.
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A detergent can be used to facilitate the
softening of dirt and oil.
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A water-soluble grease solvent may be
used in cases of sticky dirt. However, use
a wash place equipped with a drainage
separator.CAUTION
Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-plated
wheels using the same detergents used for
the body of the vehicle. Aggressive wheel
cleaning agents can permanently stain
chrome-plated wheels.
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Dry the vehicle with a clean chamois and
remember to clean the drain holes in the
doors and rocker panels.
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Tar spots can be removed with kerosene
or tar remover after the vehicle has been
washed.
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A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy
water can be used to clean the wiper
blades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-
shield and wiper blades improves visibility
considerably and also helps prolong the
service life of the wiper blades.
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Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel
housings, fenders, etc.).
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In areas of high industrial fallout, more fre-
quent washing is recommended.
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After cleaning the engine, the spark plug
wells should be inspected for water and
blown dry if necessary.
Suitable detergentsSpecial vehicle washing detergents should be
used. A suitable mixture is about 2.5 fl. oz.
(8.5 cl) of detergent to 2.6 US gal. (10 liters) of
warm water. After washing with a detergent the
vehicle should be well rinsed with clean water.
CAUTION
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When washing or steam cleaning the
engine, avoid spraying water or steam
directly on the electrical components or
toward the rear side of the engine.
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Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can
reduce lighting capacity considerably.
Clean the headlights regularly, for
example when refueling.
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During high pressure washing, the
spray mouthpiece must never be closer
to the vehicle than 13 " (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
Special moonroof cautions:
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Always close the moonroof and sun
shade before washing your vehicle.
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Never use abrasive cleaning agents on
the moonroof.
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Never use wax on the rubber seals
around the moonroof.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special cleaning
products, available at your Volvo retailer, for
cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental
components such as chromed strips on the
exterior of your vehicle. The instructions for
using these products should be followed care-

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Volvo service......................................................................................... 202
Maintaining your vehicle....................................................................... 203
Working on your vehicle........................................................................ 205
Engine compartment............................................................................. 207
Engine oil............................................................................................... 208
Fluids..................................................................................................... 211
Wiper blades......................................................................................... 213
Battery................................................................................................... 214
Replacing bulbs.................................................................................... 217
Fuses..................................................................................................... 224

09 Maintenance and servicing
Wiper blades
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213 Windshield wiper blades
To change a windshield wiper blade:
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Fold the wiper arm out from the windshield
and hold the wiper blade.
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Press in the grooved catches and pull out
the wiper blade.
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Insert a new wiper blade and ensure that it
is securely in place.NOTE
The driver's side wiper blade is longer than
the one on the passenger's side.Tailgate wiper blade
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To change a tailgate wiper blade:
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Pull the wiper arm rearward, away from the
tailgate window.
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Pull out the wiper blade as shown in the
illustration.
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Press the new wiper blade into place.
Check that it is properly secured.NOTE
Keeping the windshield/tailgate window
and wiper blades clean helps improve visi-
bility and prolongs the service life of the
wiper blades. see page 194 for washing
instructions.