2014 VOLVO XC90 suspension

Contents
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09 Maintenance and servicing
Volvo service........................................... 216
Maintaining your vehicle......................... 217
Working on your vehicle......................... 219
Engine compartment............................... 221
Engine oil................................................ 222
Fluids...................................................... 224
Wiper blades........................................... 226
Battery..................................................... 227
Replacing bulbs...................................... 230
Fuses...................................................... 238
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10 Audio
Audio system overview........................... 252
Audio system controls............................ 253
Radio functions....................................... 258SiriusXM™ satellite radio........................ 263
Auxiliary equipment................................ 267
CD player/changer.................................. 270
Menu structure........................................ 273 Bluetooth ®
hands-free connection......... 274
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11 Specifications
Label information.................................... 282
Dimensions ............................................ 284
Weights .................................................. 286
Fluids...................................................... 288
Suspension............................................. 289
Engine oil................................................ 290
Engine specifications.............................. 291
Electrical system..................................... 292
Three-way catalytic converter................. 293Overview of information and warning
symbols .................................................. 294
Volvo programs....................................... 296

06 Starting and driving
Towing a trailer
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Points to keep in mind when towing a trailer
•When towing trailers
without brakes, the
maximum permissible trailer weight is 1,700 lbs (750 kg).
• If necessary, redistribute the weight ofany cargo in the trailer to avoid excessiveweight on the trailer hitch.
• The maximum trailer weight listed in thetable for All Wheel Drive models,5,000 lbs (2250 kg) is only applicablewhen there are not more than two occu-pants in the vehicle, in the front seats,with a combined weight of 300 lbs(135 kg), with no other cargo in the vehi-cle.
• The maximum weight listed for FrontWheel Drive models, 4,000 lbs (1800 kg)is only applicable when there are notmore than four occupants in the vehicle,in the front seats and second row ofseats, with a combined weight of 600 lbs(270 kg), with no other cargo in the vehi-cle.
• Vehicles used for towing a trailer on aregular basis, or for long-distance high-way towing should be equipped with anautomatic transmission oil cooler andVolvo's automatic self-leveling system forthe rear suspension. Consult your Volvoretailer. •
Volvo recommends the use of Volvotrailer hitches that are specially designedfor the vehicle.
• All Volvo models are equipped withenergy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-ers. Trailer hitch installation should notinterfere with the proper operation of thisbumper system.
• Increase tire pressure to recommendedfull inflation pressure. See chapter"Wheels and tires."
• When your vehicle is new, avoid towingheavy trailers during the first 620 miles(1,000 km).
• Engine and transmission are subject toincreased loads. Therefore, engine cool-ant temperature should be closelywatched when driving in hot climates orhilly terrain. Use a lower gear and turn offthe air conditioner if the temperaturegauge needle enters the red range.
• If the automatic transmission begins tooverheat, a message will be displayed inthe text window.
• Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-ity, and economy.
• It is necessary to balance trailer brakeswith the towing vehicle brakes to providea safe stop (check and observe state/local regulations). •
Do not connect the trailer's brake systemdirectly to the vehicle's brake system.
• Remove the ball and drawbar assemblywhen the hitch is not being used.
• Volvo recommends the use of syntheticengine oil when towing a trailer over longdistances or in mountainous areas.
NOTE
•When parking the vehicle with a trailer on a hill, apply the parking brakebefore putting the gear selector in
P.
When starting on a hill, put the gearselector in D before releasing the park-
ing brake. Always follow the trailermanufacturer's recommendations forwheel chocking.
• If you use the manual (Geartronic) shiftpositions while towing a trailer, makesure the gear you select does not puttoo much strain on the engine (usingtoo high a gear).

06 Starting and driving
Towing a trailer
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WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must not be used on Volvos, nor shouldsafety chains be attached to thebumper.
• Trailer hitches attaching to the vehiclerear axle must not be used.
• Never connect a trailer's hydraulicbrake system directly to the vehiclebrake system, nor a trailer's lightingsystem directly to the vehicle lightingsystem. Consult a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician for correctinstallation.
• When towing a trailer, the trailer'ssafety wire must be correctly fastenedto the hole or hook provided in thetrailer hitch on the vehicle. The safetywire should never be fastened to orwound around the drawbar ball.
LevelingIf your vehicle is equipped with automatic lev- eling, the rear suspension always retains thecorrect ride height regardless of the load.
• The system adjusts the rear suspension to the correct level after the vehicle hasbeen driven a short distance.
• When the vehicle is stationary, the rearsuspension lowers, which is normal.

07 Wheels and tires
Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires
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Snow chains
Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions:• Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo approvedsnow chains.
• If accessory, aftermarket or "custom"tires and wheels are installed and are of asize different than the original tires andwheels, chains in some cases CANNOTbe used. Sufficient clearances betweenchains and brakes, suspension and bodycomponents must be maintained.
• Some strap-on type chains will interferewith brake components and thereforeCANNOT be used.
• All Wheel Drive models: Snow chainsshould only be installed on the frontwheels.
• Certain size tires may not allow theassembly of snow chains/traction devi-ces.
Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow chain information.CAUTION
• Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing.
• Always follow the chain manufactur-er's installation instructions carefully.Install chains as tightly as possible andretighten periodically.
• Never exceed the chain manufactur-er's specified maximum speed limit.(Under no circumstances should youexceed 31 mph (50 km/h)).
• Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turnswhen driving with snow chains.
• The handling of the vehicle can beadversely affected when driving withchains. Avoid fast or sharp turns aswell as locked wheel braking.
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Tires for winter use:
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Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with sustained periods ofsnow or icy driving conditions arestrongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to help retain the highest degree of trac-tion.
• It is important to install winter tires on allfour wheels to help retain traction duringcornering, braking, and accelerating. Fail-ure to do so could reduce traction to anunsafe level or adversely affect handling.
• Do not mix tires of different design as thiscould also negatively affect overall tireroad grip.
• Winter tires wear more quickly on dryroads in warm weather. They should beremoved when the winter driving seasonhas ended.
• Studded tires should be run-in300-600 miles (500-1000 km) duringwhich the vehicle should be driven assmoothly as possible to give the studsthe opportunity to seat properly in thetires. The tires should have the samerotational direction throughout their entirelifetime.NOTE
Please consult state or provincial regula- tions restricting the use of studded wintertires before installing such tires.
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Label information.................................................................................. 282 Dimensions .......................................................................................... 284Weights ................................................................................................ 286Fluids..................................................................................................... 288Suspension........................................................................................... 289Engine oil............................................................................................... 290
Engine specifications............................................................................ 291
Electrical system...................................................................................292
Three-way catalytic converter............................................................... 293
Overview of information and warning symbols .................................... 294
Volvo programs..................................................................................... 296

11 Specifications
Suspension
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Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitu- dinal support arms, double link arms andtrack rods.
Front suspension
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the sup-port frame. Power-assisted rack and pinionsteering. Safety type steering column.

12 Index
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Folding door mirrors.................................. 64
Front airbags.................................. 24, 25, 28Front seat folding backrest.................................. 104
manually adjusted............................... 104
Front seats power.................................................. 105
ventilated.............................................. 97
XC90 Executive.................................. 107
Front suspension..................................... 289
Fuel.......................................................... 138
Fuel filler cap........................................... 141Fuel filler door opening manually............................... 141
unlocking.............................................. 69
Fuel system.............................................. 291
Fuses....................................................... 238
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Garage door opener HomeLink ®
Wireless Control System... 89
Gasoline................................................... 138
Geartronic – manual shifting.................... 150 Generator................................................. 292
Generator warning light............................. 60
Glove compartment................................. 116
Grocery bag holder.................................. 122
Gross vehicle weight (GVW).................... 187
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Hand brake.............................................. 157
Hazard warning flashers............................ 75
HD digital radio........................................ 260
Headlights.................................................. 67
Active Bending Lights............. 64, 67, 230
Dual Xenon........................................... 64
Headlights, high and low beams............... 71
Heated front seats..................................... 99
High/low beams – replacing.................... 230
High beam bulb, replacing...................... 232
High beam flash......................................... 71
High beam indicator.................................. 58
Hoisting the vehicle................................. 219 HomeLink ®
Wireless Control System........ 89
Home safe lighting..................................... 71 Hood, opening/closing.............................. 81
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Ignition switch.......................................... 145
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)...................... 126
Important information.................................. 8
Indicator and warning symbols.................. 58
indicator light............................................. 60
Infant seats................................................ 43
Inflatable Curtain........................................ 34
Inflation pressure, checking..................... 181
Inflation pressure table............................ 183Information and warning symbols, table
of.............................................................. 294
Information display.................................... 58
Inspection readiness................................ 217
Instrument overview.................................. 56
Instrument panel........................................ 58
Instrument panel lighting........................... 69
Interior lighting......................................... 111
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 49

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Radio functions........................................ 255HD digital radio................................... 260
Rain sensor - windshield wipers................ 73
Rear fog light............................................. 69
Rear suspension...................................... 289
Rearview mirror with compass.................. 84
Rear window defroster.............................. 75
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 40
Recirculation.............................................. 99
REDUCE SPEED........................................ 62
Refrigerant (A/C system)............................ 94
Refrigerator (XC90 Executive).................. 118
Registering child restraints........................ 40
Remote key.............................................. 127 replacing the battery........................... 129
Reporting safety defects............................ 19
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Safety defects, reporting........................... 19
Safety locks, child.................................... 132
Seat belt..................................................... 20 Seat belts
Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor......................... 39
Seats........................................................ 104
Shiftlock............................................. 11, 143 override................................................. 23
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags....... 32SiriusXM ™ satellite radio......................... 263
Snow chains............................................ 190
Snow tires................................................ 190
Spare tire................................................. 191
Spare tire – accessing............................. 198
Spare wheel, lowering............................. 198
Speedometer............................................. 58
Starting the car........................................ 143
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)...................... 126
Steering wheel lock................................. 145
Stone chips, touching up......................... 213
Storage compartments............ 114, 116, 117
Studded tires........................................... 190
Sun visor.................................................... 88
Symbols, overview................................... 294
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Tachometer................................................ 58 Tailgate locking/unlocking................................ 131
opening................................................. 81
Tailgate wipers......................................... 226
Technician certification............................ 296
Temperature control................................ 100
Temperature gauge................................... 58
Temporary spare tire............................... 191
Three-way catalytic converter................. 293
TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE................. 62
Tire inflation pressure.............................. 183
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 203
Tires......................................................... 178 age...................................................... 178
changing............................................. 198
changing from summer to winter........ 179
designations....................................... 184
improving economy............................ 179
inflation............................................... 181
inflation pressure, checking................ 181
inflation pressure table....................... 183
load ratings......................................... 182