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Key memory
The memory in the remote key makes it possi- ble to store certain personal settings. The position of the side door mirrors, power driver's seat* and the selected instrument panel theme 1
are stored in the remote keys
when the vehicle is locked. The next time the
driver's door is unlocked with the same
remote key and the door is opened within 2 minutes , the power driver's seat and side
door mirrors will automatically move to theposition that they were in when the doorswere most recently locked with the sameremote key. If the seat/mirrors have not beenreadjusted since the vehicle was locked, theywill already be in the position stored in thatparticular remote key and will not move. Formore information on this feature, see Frontseats – power seat (p. 81). This feature can be activated or deactivated in the vehicle's menu by pressing MY CAR
and going into
SettingsCar settingsCar key memory. For a description of the
menu system, see My Car – introduction (p. 76).
NOTE
If the vehicle is locked with the remote key or is left unlocked for more than 30minutes, the key memory function will bedeactivated. To reactivate the key's memory: • Press the unlock button on the remote key.
For information regarding vehicles with the optional keyless drive, see Keyless drive*–locking/unlocking (p. 159).
Related information
•
Locking/unlocking confirmation (p. 151)
Locking/unlocking confirmation
Settings can be made in the menu system for audible and visual confirmation when thevehicle has been locked or unlocked. Withthese functions activated, the following willoccur when the vehicle is locked/unlocked:
Locking confirmation
•
The turn signals flash once, an audible signal sounds and the door mirrors willfold* in.
Confirmation will only be given when all doors and the tailgate are properly closed andlocked.
NOTE
If you do not receive confirmation when locking the vehicle, check whether a dooror the tailgate is ajar, or if this feature hasbeen turned off in the menu.
Unlocking confirmation
• The turn signals will flash twice and the door mirrors will fold* out.
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Making a settingDifferent alternatives for locking/unlocking confirmation can be selected in the menus bypressing MY CAR on the center console con-
trol panel. • To activate visual confirmation: go to
SettingsCar settingsLight
settings and select Door lock
confirmation light and/or Unlock
confirmation light by pressing OK/
MENU .
• To activate audible confirmation: go to
SettingsCar settingsLock
settings and select Audible
confirmation by pressing OK/MENU.
For a description of the menu system, see My Car – introduction (p. 76).
Lock indicator
Lock/alarm indicator light A flashing indicator light at the base of the windshield verifies that the vehicle is locked.
Related information
•
Locking/unlocking – from the outside (p. 163)
• Locking/unlocking – from inside (p. 164)
• Locking/unlocking – tailgate (p. 166)
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)
The immobilizer is a start inhibitor that helps prevent unauthorized persons from startingthe engine. Each of the keys supplied with your vehicle contains a coded transponder. The code inthe key is transmitted to an antenna in theignition slot where it is compared to the codestored in the start inhibitor module. The vehi-cle will start only with a properly coded key. Ifyou misplace a key, take the other keys to atrained and qualified Volvo service technicianfor reprogramming as an anti-theft measure.The following messages (which may appear inthe instrument panel display) are related tothe immobilizer:
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MessageMeaning
Insert car keyRemote key not recognized during start. Try to start thevehicle again.
Car key not foundVehicles with keyless drive* only. Remote key not recog-nized during start. Try tostart the vehicle again. If the problem continues, insert the remote key into theignition slot and try to startthe vehicle again.
Immobil- izer TrystartagainRemote key fault during start. Contact an authorizedVolvo workshop.
CAUTION
Never use force when inserting the remote key in the ignition slot. The vehicle cannotbe started if the transponder is damaged.
USA–FCC ID: LTQWFS 125VO This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the followingcondition: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference, and (2) this device mustaccept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera-tion. Canada–IC: 3659A-WFS125VOOperation is subject to the following condi- tions: (1) this device may not cause interfer-ence, and (2) this device must accept anyinterference, including interference that maycause undesired operation of the device. For information on starting the vehicle, see Starting the engine (p. 247).
Remote key – functions
The remote key is used e.g., to unlock the doors and start the engine.
Remote key
Lock
Unlock
Approach lighting
Tailgate unlock
Panic alarm
Buttons on the remote
Lock – Press the Lock button on the
remote once to lock all doors and the tailgate. The turn signals will flash once to confirmlocking.
Unlock – Press the Unlock button on the
remote once to unlock the driver's door.
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After a short pause, press the Unlock button a second time within 10 seconds to unlockthe other doors and the tailgate. This function can be changed so that all doors unlock at the same time by pressing My Car and going to
SettingsCar
settings
Lock settingsChange doors
unlock setting. For a description of the menu
system, see My Car – introduction (p. 76).
Approach lighting – As you approach
the vehicle, press the button on the remote key to light the interior lighting, parking lights,license plate lighting and the lights in the doormirrors*. These lights will switch off automatically after 30, 60 or 90 seconds. For a description of themenu system, see My Car – introduction(p. 76).
Unlock tailgate – Press the button twice
within several seconds to disarm the alarm system (the alarm indicator light on the dash-board will go out), and unlock only the tail-gate. Pressing this button for several seconds also opens the tailgate on models equipped withthe optional power tailgate.
NOTE
As an added safety precaution, the parking lights will come on automatically for ashort period when the tailgate has beenopened.
After closing, the tailgate will not automati- cally relock. Press Lock to relock it and rearmthe alarm. For information on opening the tailgate from the passenger compartment, see Locking/unlocking – tailgate (p. 166)
Panic alarm – This button can be used
to attract attention during emergency situa- tions. To activate the panic alarm, press and hold this button for at least 3 seconds or press ittwice within 3 seconds. The turn signals andhorn will be activated. The panic alarm willstop automatically after 2 minutes and45 seconds. To deactivate, wait approximately 5 seconds and press the button again. The Panic alarm button will not unlock the vehicle.
Related information
• Locking/unlocking – from inside (p. 164)
• Locking/unlocking – from the outside (p. 163)
• Locking/unlocking confirmation (p. 151)
Remote key – range
The remote key has a range of approximately 60 ft. (20 m) from the vehicle.
NOTE
Buildings or other obstacles may interfere with the function of the remote key. Thevehicle can also be locked or unlockedwith the key blade, see Alarm-related func-tions (p. 171).
If the remote key is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running or if the ignition isin mode
I or II and all of the doors are closed,
a message will appear in the instrument paneldisplay and there will be an audible signal. When the remote key is returned to the vehi- cle, the message will be erased and the audi-ble signal will stop after one of the followinghas been done: • The remote key is inserted in the ignition slot
• The vehicle's speed exceeds 20 mph(30 km/h)
• The
OK button on the left steering wheel
lever is pressed
Related information
• Remote key – functions (p. 153)
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Detachable key blade – general information
Each remote key contains a detachable metal key blade (p. 150) for mechanically locking orunlocking the driver's door and the glovecompartment. The key blades have a uniquecode, which is used if new ones need to beproduced. This code is available at an author-ized Volvo retailer. The visible ends of these key blades are unique to make it easier to identify "your"remote key.
Related information
•Detachable key blade – unlocking (p. 156)
• Detachable key blade – detaching/rein-serting (p. 155)
Detachable key blade – detaching/ reinserting
The detachable key blade (p. 155) can be removed or reinserted in the remote key asfollows:
Removing the key blade
Slide the spring loaded catch to the side.
Pull the key blade straight out of the remote key.
Reinserting the blade1. Hold the remote key with the slot for the
key blade up.
2. Carefully slide the key blade into its groove.
3. Gently press the key blade in the groove until it clicks into place.
Related information
• Detachable key blade – unlocking (p. 156)
• Child safety locks (p. 61)
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Detachable key blade – unlocking
Your vehicle's remote key (p. 150) contains a metal, detachable key blade that can be usedto unlock the driver's door, lock the glovecompartment, etc.
Driver's door keyhole coverIf the remote key does not function normally (weak battery, etc.), the vehicle can beunlocked with the detachable key blade.
1. Remove the detachable key blade (p. 155) from the remote key.
2. Press the key blade approx. 0.5 in. (1 cm) straight up in the hole on the underside of the keyhole cover.
> The cover will come off due to thepressure exerted when the key blade is pushed upward. 3. Insert the key blade as far as possible in
the driver's door lock. Turn the key bladeto unlock the driver's door. This will trig-
ger the alarm .
4. To turn off the alarm , insert the remote
key in the ignition slot. This also appliesto vehicles equipped with the optionalkeyless drive.
5. Press the cover back into place after the door has been unlocked.
Related information
• Remote key and key blade (p. 150)
• Remote key – replacing the battery (p. 157)
Private locking
By utilizing the remote key with the key blade removed, the private locking feature enablesyou to block access to the glove compart-ment and disconnect the tailgate from thecentral locking system for e.g., valet parkingor when the vehicle is brought to the retailerfor service.
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Locking/unlocking points with private locking activated.With the private locking function activated:
• The vehicle's doors can be locked or unlocked with the remote
• The engine can be started
• The glove compartment cannot beunlocked
• The tailgate cannot be unlocked oropened with the remote
• The rear floor hatch cannot be opened
Activating the private locking function
Insert the key blade in the glove compart- ment lock.
Turn the key blade180 degrees clock- wise.
Remove the key blade from the lock. A message will appear in the instrumentpanel display.
Deactivating the private locking function
Turn the key blade 180 degrees counter- clockwise in the glove compartment lock todeactivate private locking. For information on locking the glove compart- ment normally, without activating the privatelocking function, see Locking/unlocking theglove compartment (p. 165).
Remote key – replacing the battery
The remote key can be opened if the battery needs to be replaced. The battery should be replaced if:
• The information symbol illuminates and
Low battery in remote control. Please change batteries. is shown in the dis-
play and/or
• if the locks do not react after several attempts to unlock or lock the vehicle.
NOTE
The remote key's range is normally approximately 60 ft (20 m) from the vehi-cle.
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Opening the remote key
The remote key has one CR 2430, 3V battery
only To open the remote key
Slide the spring loaded catch to the
side.
Pull the key blade straight out of the
remote key.
Insert a small screwdriver in the hole
behind the spring loaded catch and care- fully pry up the cover. Turn the remotekey with the buttons upward so that thebattery does not fall out when the cover isremoved.
Inserting a new battery
CAUTION
When handling batteries, avoid touching their contact surfaces as this could resultin poor battery function in the remote key.
Note the position of the battery's ( +) or ( –)
sides.
1. Use a screwdriver to pry out the old bat- tery.
2. Insert a new one with the ( +) side down-
ward.
Closing the remote key1. Press the remote key's cover into place.
2. Hold the remote key with the slot for the key blade up. 3. Carefully slide the key blade into its
groove.
4. Gently press the key blade in the groove until it clicks into place.
NOTE
Volvo recommends that the batteries used in the remote control meet the UN Manualof Test and Criteria, Part III, sub-section38.3. Batteries installed in the key from the fac- tory and batteries exchanged by anauthorized Volvo workshop fulfill the abovecriteria. Old batteries should be disposed of prop- erly at a recycling center or at your Volvoretailer.
Related information
• Remote key – functions (p. 153)