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Volvo and the environment Volvo is committed to the well-being of its cus- tomers. As a natural part of this commitment, wecare about the environment in which we all live.Concern for the environment means an everydayinvolvement in reducing our environmentalimpact.
Volvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the over-all environmental impact of a product throughoutits complete life cycle. In this context, design, pro-duction, product use, and recycling are all impor-tant considerations. In production, Volvo haspartly or completely phased out several chemicalsincluding CFCs, lead chromates, asbestos, andcadmium; and reduced the number of chemicalsused in our plants 50% since 1991. Volvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a three-way catalytic converter with aLambda sond, now called the heated oxygen sen-sor, in 1976. The current version of this highlyefficient system reduces emissions of harmfulsubstances (CO, HC, NOx) from the exhaust pipeby approximately 95 – 99% and the search toeliminate the remaining emissions continues.Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer tooffer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air conditioningsystem of all models as far back as the 1975model 240. Advanced electronic engine controlsand cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to ourgoal. In addition to continuous environmentalrefinement of conventional gasoline-poweredinternal combustion engines, Volvo is activelylooking at advanced technology alternative-fuelvehicles. When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on theenvironment. To reduce your vehicle's environ-mental impact, you can:
• Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economywith improperly inflated tires.
• Follow the recommended maintenanceschedule in your Warranty and ServiceRecords Information booklet.
• Drive at a constant speed whenever possible.
• See a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician as soon as possible for inspectionif the check engine (malfunction indicator)light illuminates, or stays on after the vehiclehas started.
• Properly dispose of any vehicle-related wastesuch as used motor oil, used batteries, brakepads, etc.
• When cleaning your vehicle, please use gen-uine Volvo car care products. All Volvo carcare products are formulated to be environ-mentally friendly.
Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid
• If possible, precondition the vehicle with the charging cable before driving.
• If preconditioning is not possible in coldweather, use the seat and steering wheelheating primarily. Avoid heating the entirepassenger compartment, which reduces thehybrid battery's charge level.
• Choose the
Pure drive mode to help mini-
mize electric power consumption.
• In hilly terrain, put the gear selector in mode B
to utilize the electric motor's braking func-
tion when the accelerator pedal is released. This helps charge the hybrid battery.
• Select the
Save drive mode for higher
speeds when driving farther than is possible using the electric motor only.
Related information
• Driving economically (p. 355)
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Towing recommendations
Always check with state and local authorities before attempting to tow another vehiclebecause this type of towing is subject to regula-tions regarding maximum towing speed, lengthand type of towing device, lighting, etc.
Towing your vehicle behind another vehicle
The XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid may not be towed behind another vehicle. Doing sowould damage the electric motor and the three-way catalytic converter. If the vehicle cannot bedriven and must be moved, it must be lifted ontoa flat-bed tow truck. If the XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid is to tow (pull) another vehicle, select the
AWD drive
mode. This helps charge the hybrid battery and improves the vehicle's road holding characteris-tics.
Tow trucks
CAUTION
In certain conditions, the towing eyelet may be used to pull the vehicle onto aflatbed tow truck.
• The vehicle's position and ground clear- ance determine if it can be pulled up ontoa flatbed tow truck using the towing eye-let.
• If the angle of the tow truck
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WARNING
•Do not connect the jumper cable to any part of the fuel system or to any movingparts. Avoid touching hot manifolds.
• Batteries generate hydrogen gas, whichis flammable and explosive.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do notallow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin,fabrics or painted surfaces. If contactoccurs, flush the affected area immedi-ately with water. Obtain medical helpimmediately if eyes are affected.
• Never expose the battery to open flameor electric spark.
• Do not smoke near the battery.
• Failure to follow the instructions for jumpstarting can lead to injury.
Related information
• Towing eyelet (p. 359)
• Jump starting (p. 365)
• Parking brake (p. 352)
• Ignition modes (p. 370)
Fuel Volvo recommends the use of detergent gaso- line to control engine deposits.
Deposit control gasoline (detergent
additives)
Detergent gasoline is effective in keeping injec- tors and intake valves clean. Consistent use ofdeposit control gasolines will help ensure gooddrivability and fuel economy. If you are not surewhether the gasoline contains deposit controladditives, check with the service station operator.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of exter- nal fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuelEach Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. andCanadian regulations require that pumps deliver-ing unleaded gasoline be labeled "UNLEADED".Only these pumps have nozzles which fit yourvehicle's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense lea-ded fuel into a vehicle labeled "unleaded gaso-line only". Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxygensensor system. Repeated use of leaded gasolinewill lessen the effectiveness of the emission con-trol system and could result in loss of emissionwarranty coverage. State and local vehicle inspection programs will make detection of mis-fueling easier, possibly resulting in emission testfailure for misfueled vehicles.
NOTE
Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methyl-cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl(MMT). If such fuels are used, your EmissionControl System performance may be affected,and the Check Engine Light (malfunctionindicator light) located on your instrumentpanel may light. If this occurs, please returnyour vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers, "Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols orethers. In some areas, state or local laws requirethat the service pump be marked indicating useof alcohols or ethers. However, there are areas inwhich the pumps are unmarked. If you are notsure whether there is alcohol or ethers in thegasoline you buy, check with the service stationoperator. To meet seasonal air quality standards,some areas require the use of "oxygenated" fuel. Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygen- ated" fuels; however, the octane ratings listedmust still be met.
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Refueling from a service station pump
To refuel:
1. Open the fuel filler door. Do not refuel withthe engine running 1
2. Insert the pump's nozzle into the fuel filler pipe's opening as far as possible (see the
illustration).
3. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do not press the handle on the filler nozzle after it has stopped pumping. Too much fuel in the tankin hot weather conditions can cause the fuelto overflow. Overfilling could also cause dam-age to the emission control systems.
CAUTION
Avoid spilling gasoline during refueling. In addition to causing damage to the environ-ment, gasolines containing alcohol can causedamage to painted surfaces, which may notbe covered under the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty.
Related information
• Fuel (p. 361)
• Octane rating (p. 362)
Emission controls
Three-way catalytic converter
•Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving theelectrical, fuel or distributor ignition systems,may cause unusually high three-way catalyticconverter temperatures. Do not continue tooperate your vehicle if you detect enginemisfire, noticeable loss of power or otherunusual operating conditions, such as engineoverheating or backfiring. A properly tunedengine will help avoid malfunctions thatcould damage the three-way catalytic con-verter.
• Do not park your vehicle over combustiblematerials, such as grass or leaves, which cancome into contact with the hot exhaust sys-tem and cause such materials to ignite undercertain wind and weather conditions.
• Excessive starter cranking (in excess of oneminute), or an intermittently firing or floodedengine can cause three-way catalytic con-verter or exhaust system overheating.
• Remember that tampering or unauthorizedmodifications to the engine, the Engine Con-trol Module, or the vehicle may be illegal andcan cause three-way catalytic converter orexhaust system overheating. This includes:altering fuel injection settings or compo-nents, altering emission system components
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If the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected.
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or location or removing components, and/or repeated use of leaded fuel.
NOTE
Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with three-way catalytic converters.
Heated oxygen sensorsThe heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxygen content of the exhaust gases. Readings are fedinto a control module that continuously monitorsengine functions and controls fuel injection. Theratio of fuel to air into the engine is continuouslyadjusted for efficient combustion to help reduceharmful emissions.
Related information
•
Octane rating (p. 362)
Jump starting
Follow the instructions provided here to jump start your vehicle or to jump start another vehi-cle.
Jumper cable connecting terminals
NOTE
The vehicle cannot be started if the hybrid battery is discharged.
CAUTION
The vehicle's jumper cable connecting termi- nals may only be used to start your vehicle.
They are not intended to be used to help start another vehicle. If they are used to startanother vehicle, a fuse may blow and the ter-minal will not function.
If a fuse blows, Battery failure Battery fuse
Service required will be displayed in the instru-
ment panel. Contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Use the following steps when jump starting your vehicle to help prevent short circuits or otherdamage.
INDEX
534Brake system
Brake pad inspection 347
fluid 528
general information 346, 348, 350
Bulbs 500 replacing 496
specifications 501
C
Cameradriver support systems 252
limitations 254
Camera, Park Assist 311, 313, 315, 316
Capacity weight 449, 525
Cargo area, steel grid 219
Cargo area cover 221Cargo compartment fuses 493
raising/lowering the level 215
Cargo net 217
Cargo space 208
Car wash 511
Catalytic converter 364CD, USB, iPod, AUX, Bluetooth, Recents, Library, Shuffle, Similar, Change device, Pri-
mary Audio Default Language, Subtitle, Pri- mary Subtitle Default Language, Video, DivX ® VOD 424
CD player 424 Cell phone hands-free 414
Pairing 415
Cell phone voice control 122 Center display changing settings 34
cleaning 515
keyboard 35
navigating in 42
overview 32
screen in the center console 49
symbols in the status bar 47
Chains 451
Changing a wheel 453Charging cable hybrid battery 375
Child restraints recalls and registration 70
Child restraint systems 70 booster cushions 77
convertible seats 74
infant seats 72
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors 78
top tether anchors 80Child safety 68booster cushions 77
child restraint systems 70, 79
convertible seats 74
infant seats 72
Child safety locks 228 Child seats lower attachment points 79
City safety 287, 293City Safety crossing traffic 291
detecting objects 290
limitations 293
rear collision warning 292
symbols and messages 297
troubleshooting 295
City Safety, On/Off 289 Cleaning exterior 511
interior 513
Clean Zone Interior Package 186
Climate system 188 air distribution 201, 202, 204
air filter 187
air vents 202
auto mode 187
blower 191
center display controls 189
INDEX
541
Steering wheel paddles 160
Stone chips, touching up 516, 517
Storage compartments 208
Studded tires 451Sunroof
laminated panoramic roof 106, 107
Sun shade 109, 111
Sun visor 211
Suspension 400
System updates 474
T
Tailgate locking/unlocking 244 operating with the foot movement sen-
sor 238
power operated 246
wiper/washer 159
Tailgate wipers 509
Technician certification 57Temperature perceived 178
Temperature sensor ambient 116
Tetheringwi-fi sharing 435
Three-way catalytic converter 364 Timer preconditioning 182
Tire inflation pressure 531
Tire Pressure Monitoring System 457, 459 calibrating 460
type approval 461
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 460
Tires 444 changing 453
changing from summer to winter 448
glossary of terms 447
improving economy 444
inflation pressure 451
inflation pressure table 531installing (mounting) a wheel on the
vehicle 456
rotation 445
snow 451
specifications 445
storing 445
studded 451
tire pressure monitoring system 457, 459
tire sealing system 461, 463, 467
tools in the cargo compartment 453
tread wear indicator 449uniform tire quality grading 450
wheel bolts 454
Tire sealing system 461, 463, 467 Top tether anchors (child restraint sys- tems) 80
Touching up paint 516, 517
Towing a trailer 367, 369 trailer hitch 368
Towing eyelet 359
Towing the vehicle 360
Traction control 323
Trailer towing 367, 369 trailer hitch 368
Transmission gear shift indicator 396
general description 395, 396
Hill Start Assist 351
oil 532
shifting with steering wheel paddles 398
shiftlock override 396
Tread wear indicator 449
Trip computer 96, 97, 98 reset 97
Trip odometers 96
Trips, long distance 355
Trip statistics 98