2015 VOLVO XC90 Owners Manual

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Climate system serviceService and repairs on the air conditioning sys- tem should only be done by a trained and quali-fied Volvo service technician.
Troubleshooting and repairsThe air conditioning system contains a floures- cent tracer substance. Ultraviolet light is used tosearch for leaks in the system.
Refrigerant R134a
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains the refrigerant R134a under pressure. Serviceand repairs on the system should only bedone by a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician.
Related information
• Climate control system (p. 176)
Start battery
The start (main) battery is used to power the starter motor and other electrical componentsand systems. The start battery should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
The vehicle has an alternating current generator. The start battery is called an Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt battery that is dimensioned foruse in vehicles with carbon dioxide-reducingfunctions such as Start/Stop and regenerativecharging, and to support the vehicle's variouselectrical systems and functions. The service life of a battery is affected by factors such as driving conditions/style, the number ofstarts, climate, etc. Extreme cold may also furtherdecrease the battery

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Positive connection point
Negative connection point
Only modern battery chargers with controlled charging current should be used to charge thestart and support batteries. Quick charge func- tions should not be used and could damage the
battery.
CAUTION
• The infotainment system's energy-saving feature may not function correctly or atall, and/or a message may be displayed ifa battery charger or jumper cables arenot connected properly.
• The negative terminal on the battery must never
be used to connect a jumper cable
or a battery charger. Only the ground point on the chassis may be used.
NOTE
• The service life of the start battery is shortened if it becomes dischargedrepeatedly.
• The service life of the start battery isaffected by factors such as driving condi-tions and climate. Extreme cold may alsofurther decrease the battery's startcapacity.
• Because the battery

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The start battery is located in the cargo compartment
There are two versions of the start battery, depending on the vehicle model.
Battery
H7 AGMH8 AGM
Current (V)1212
Cold startcapacity(ColdCrankingAmperes- CCA)(A)
800850
Battery
H7 AGMH8 AGM
Dimen- sions,L×W×Hin. (mm)12.4×6.9×7.5
(315×175×190)13.9×6.9×7.5
(353×175×190)
Capacity (Ah)8095
The H8 AGM is held in place by a strap. Ensure that this strap is pulled taut.
H8 AGM battery with strap
There is no strap for the H7 AGM battery.
H7 AGM battery
• When replacing the start battery or support battery in a vehicle with Start/Stop, anAbsorbed Glass Mat (AGM) must be used.
• When replacing the start battery, a new bat-tery with the same specifications and dimen-sions must be used. The battery should onlybe replaced by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.
Related information
•
Jump starting (p. 350)
• Support battery (p. 498)
• Battery symbols (p. 499)

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Support battery Vehicles equipped with Start/Stop are equipped with two 12-volt batteries.
In addition to a heavy-duty start battery, models with Start/Stop also have a support battery thatprovides extra current during the Start/Stopfunction's start sequence.
The support battery is located in a box next to the spring strut in the engine compartment
The following table shows the specifications for the support battery:
Current (V)12
Cold start capacity (Cold Cranking Amperes -CCA) (A)170
Dimensions, L×W×H in. (mm)5.9×3.5×5.1
(150×90×130)
Capacity (Ah)10
• When replacing the start battery or support battery in a vehicle with Start/Stop, anAbsorbed Glass Mat (AGM) must be used.
• The greater the current consumption in thevehicle, the more the generator has to oper-ate and the battery is charged. This increasesfuel consumption.
• When the start battery's charge is below theminimum permitted level, the Start/Stopfunction will be disabled.
When the Start/Stop function is temporarily disa- bled due to high current consumption:
• The engine will auto-start, even if the brake pedal is depressed.
The support battery does not normally required more service than the start battery. If questionsarise, consult a Volvo retailer or trained and quali-fied Volvo service technician.
CAUTION
When connecting an external start battery or a battery charger, the Start/Stop function maybe temporarily disabled if the negative termi-nal on the vehicle's start battery is used toconnect an external start battery or a battery charger. Only the negative connection point
in the engine compartment may be used as a ground point.
NOTE
If the start battery is completely discharged and the vehicle has no normal electrical func-tions, and the engine is then started using anauxiliary battery or battery charger, theStart/Stop function will be activated. Theengine can then be auto-stopped but may notauto-start again due to an insufficient chargelevel in the start battery. To help ensure auto-start, the start battery should be charged first. At a temperature ofapprox. 60 °F (15 °C), the battery should becharged for at least 1 hour, preferably usingan external battery charger. At lower tempera-tures, the battery should be charged for3–4 hours. If a charger is not available, it is advisable to disable the Start/Stop function until the bat-tery is sufficiently recharged.

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Related information
•Start battery (p. 495)
• Start/Stop (p. 364)
• Conditions for Start/Stop (p. 365)
Battery symbols
There are information and warning symbols on the battery.
Wear protective goggles.
See the owner's manual for additional information.
Keep batteries away from children.
Batteries contain corrosive acid.
Avoid smoking, open flames, and/or sparks.
Risk of explosion
Recycle properly
NOTE
A used battery should be disposed of in an environmentally responsible manner. Consultyour Volvo retailer or take the battery to arecycling station.
Related information
• Start battery (p. 495)

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Fuses The fuses help protect the vehicle's electrical components from overloading or short circuits.
WARNING
Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the lists offuses. Doing so could seriously damage oroverload the vehicle's electrical system.
If an electrical component fails to function, this may be due to a blown fuse. If the same fuseblows repeatedly, this indicates a problem withthe component, which should be inspected by atrained and qualified Volvo service technician.
Location of the fuseboxes
Engine compartment
Under the glove compartment
Cargo compartment
Related information
• Replacing fuses (p. 500)
• Fuses in the cargo compartment (p. 508)
• Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 501)
• Fuses in the passenger compartment (p. 505)
Replacing fuses The fuses help protect the vehicle's electrical components from overloading or short circuits.
Fuse replacement1. See the list of fuse boxes for their locations.
2. Pull the fuse straight out and examine it from
the side to see if the curved metal wire in the fuse is intact.
3. If the wire is broken, insert a new fuse of the same color and amperage (written on thefuse).
WARNING
Never use metal objects or fuses with higher amperage than those stated on the followingpages. Doing so could seriously damage oroverload the vehicle's electrical system.
Related information
• Fuses (p. 500)
• Fuses in the cargo compartment (p. 508)
• Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 501)
• Fuses in the passenger compartment (p. 505)

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Fuses in the engine compartment
The fuses in the engine compartment help pro- tect electrical components such as engine andbrake functions.
Fusebox, rear section: fuses 18–54

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Fusebox, front section: fuses 55–78
There is a fuse removal tool on the inside of the fuse box cover.
PositionsThere is a decal on the inside of the cover with alist of fuses.
• Fuses 18–30, 35–37, 46–54 and 55–70 are called "Micro".
• Fuses 31–34, 38–45 and 71–78 are called"MCase" and should only be replaced by atrained and qualified Volvo service technician.
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USB socket
*5
12-volt socket in the cargo com- partment15
12-volt socket on the rear side of the tunnel console15
12-volt socket in the front tun- nel console15
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Heated windshield *, driver sideShunt
Heated windshield *, driver side40
Headlight washers *25
Windshield washer25