2017 VOLVO V90 CROSS COUNTRY warning

INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests are divided into two sec- tions that can be folded down together or sepa-rately.
CAUTION
To help avoid damage to the upholstery, there should be no objects on the rear seat and theseat belt should not be buckled when thebackrest is folded down.
CAUTION
• The integrated booster cushions
* should
be folded down (in the stowed position) before the backrest(s) are folded down
• The center armrest
* should be folded up
into the rear seat backrest before thatsection of the backrest is folded down
• It may be necessary to move the frontseats forward before the rear seat back-rests can be folded down
WARNING
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When one or more sections of the back- rest is returned to the upright position,check that it is properly locked in place bypushing and pulling it.
• Return the outboard head restraints tothe upright position.
• Long loads should always be securelyanchored to help avoid injury in the eventof a sudden stop.
• Always turn the engine off and apply theparking brake when loading/unloadingthe vehicle.
• Place the transmission in the Park (
P)
position to help prevent inadvertentmovement of the gear selector.
Folding down a section of the backrest
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On models equipped with the electric fold- down function, the buttons used are locatedin the cargo area.
• Before the electric fold-down function canbe used, the vehicle must be stationary andthe tailgate must be open.
WARNING
Before using the electric fold-down function, be sure that no one is sitting in or is near therear seat, that there are no objects on the rearseat and that the backrest is not obstructed inany way.
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The backrests can also be folded down manually.

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WARNING
•Stop the engine, put the gear selector in P
, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
• The vehicle's driving characteristics may change depending on the weight and dis-tribution of the load.
• A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces aforce of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in ahead-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
• The cargo area and rear seat should notbe loaded to a level higher than 2 in.(5 cm) below the upper edge of the rearside windows. Objects placed higher thanthis level could impede the function ofthe Inflatable Curtain.
WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure theload to help prevent shifting during sud-den stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent itfrom moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
Extra loading spaceThe rear seat backrests can be folded down to added cargo space or for transporting longobjects. The hatch in the center section of the rear seat backrest can be opened without folding thebackrest down to transport long objects such asskis, etc.
WARNING
• Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behind the front seats could impede the function ofthe Whiplash Protection System.
• If the rear seat backrests are foldeddown, cargo must be secured to preventit from sliding forward against the frontseat backrests in the event of a collisionfrom the rear. This could interfere withthe action of the Whiplash ProtectionSystem.
WARNING
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Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure theload to help prevent shifting during sud-den stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent itfrom moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
Roof loadsLoad carriers are available as Volvo accessories. Observe the following points when in use:
• To avoid damaging your vehicle and toachieve maximum safety when driving, werecommend using the load carriers that Volvohas developed especially for your vehicle.
• Volvo-approved removable roof racks aredesigned to carry the maximum allowableroof load for this vehicle (see the article"Weights" for specific information).
• Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weighlimits.
• Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loadsevenly.

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Cargo net
The cargo net helps protect passengers from objects in the cargo compartment in the event ofa sudden stop or hard braking.
The cargo net is attached at four points.
The cargo net can be mounted in two positions: • Rear mounting: behind the rear seat back- rests.
• Front mounting: behind the front seats' back-rests.
WARNING
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Objects in the cargo compartment should always be securely anchored.
• All of the net's attachment points must besecurely in place when the net is used.
• A damaged net must never be used.
Attaching
Rear mounting
Rear mounting
1. Fold down the rear seat backrests to make
mounting the net easier.
2. Guide the ends of the net's cassette over the load anchoring eyelets in the recesses in the side panels. Press the cassette's ends intoplace on each side. Check that the cassetteis securely in place.
3. Pull up the net using its strap.
4. Insert one of the net's upper attachments into one of the rear ceiling brackets and press it as far forward into the bracket aspossible.
5. Press the other attachment into the rear ceil- ing bracket on the opposite side and press itas far forward into the bracket as possible.
Front mounting
Front mounting
1. Fold down the rear seat backrests.
2. Align the cassette

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WARNING
• No one should ever be allowed to remain in the cargo compartment when the vehi-cle is moving.
• The steel grid may only be used in therear position described in this article. Theceiling attachment points above the front seats are
not intended to anchor the
steel grid.
• After being mounted, be sure that the steel grid is securely anchored in place.
MountingBefore installing the steel grid, the existing plas-tic ceiling mounting consoles must be replacedby steel ones. This should preferably be done bya trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
1. Fold down the rear seat backrests.
2. Be sure that the steel grid is turned in the
right direction and that the handles are in the installation position pointing up. Lift the gridinto the vehicle through one of the reardoors. This is easier to if two people can holdthe grid in the correct position.
3. Place the grid's attachment points in theceiling mounting consoles and fold up the grid toward the roof liner without moving thehandle.
4. Pull the handles outward to leave the instal- lation position and turn the handles a quarter turn rearward to lock the steel grid in place.The handles should point rearward whenthey are in the locked position.
> Check that the grid is securely in placeand fold it down toward the rear seat backrests.
RemovingPerform the steps above in reverse order.
Related information
• Cargo net (p. 208)
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 211)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 211)
• Loading (p. 202)

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Load anchoring eyelets
The eyelets in the cargo compartment can be folded out to secure objects with straps, a net,etc.
Load anchoring eyelets
WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure theload to help prevent shifting during sud-den stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent itfrom moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
Related information
• Loading (p. 202)
• Grocery bag holder (p. 207)
Cargo compartment cover
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The cover can be used to conceal objects in the cargo compartment.
Installing the cover
With the cover retracted, press the end piece on one side of the cargo area cover into theretaining bracket in the side panel of thecargo area.
Do the same on the opposite side.
Press both sides of the cover, one at a time, until they click into place.
> The red mark will no longer be visible. Check that both ends of the cover are securely locked in place.

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In models equipped with the electrically operated cargo compartment cover
*, the cover will retract
from the fully open position to the loading posi- tion each time the tailgate is opened and returnto the fully open position when the tailgate isclosed. If the cover is obstructed while moving, itis designed to return to the loading position auto-matically.
CAUTION
• Avoid placing any objects on the cover when it is open.
• The electrically operated cover may notbe able to move automatically at low pas-senger compartment temperatures.
• If there are large objects in the cargocompartment, put the electrically oper-ated cover in the fully retracted positionso that it does not come into contact withthe object(s) while moving.
WARNING
Keep fingers, hands, etc. clear of the electri- cally operated cargo area cover while it ismoving.
Retracting the cover
From the fully open position:
–Lift the cover's handle and pull it rearward slightly to release the attaching pins fromtheir grooves. Allow the cover to retract.
From the partially retracted position:
–Grasp the handle and lift it slightly to release the attaching pins from their grooves. Pullthe cover to the fully open position.
> Allow the cover to retract completely.
Removing the cover1. With the cover retracted, press the button on one of the cover's ends and lift out that end.
2. Carefully lift the cover up/out. > The other end will release automatically.Lift the cover out of the cargo compart- ment.
Related information
• Cargo net (p. 208)
• Steel cargo grid
* (p. 209)
• Loading (p. 202)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 211)
Sun visors There are vanity mirrors with card holders on the upper sides of the sun visors.
Lighted vanity mirror and card holder
The vanity mirror lighting comes on when the mir- ror is opened. The vanity mirror's frame has a holder for e.g., a card or ticket.
Related information
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Passenger compartment storage spaces(p. 204)

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Electrical sockets There are two 12-volt sockets in the tunnel con- sole, a 120-volt socket on the rear side of thetunnel console, and one 12-volt socket in the cargo area *.
120-volt socket in the tunnel console 2
120-volt socket in the tunnel console for the rear seats
This socket is intended for 120-volt devices such as laptops, chargers, etc. The max. current provided is 150W.
Using the sockets
1. Slide down the cover over the socket and
plug in the device.
> The socket's indicator light will indicate itsstatus. The socket can only provide elec- trical current when the light is green. 2. Disconnect the device by pulling its plug, not
its cord.
Pull up the cover over the socket when it is not inuse.
CAUTION
• Do not connect devices with large or heavy plugs that could come loose whiledriving.
• Do not use devices that can cause inter-ference with the vehicle's radio receiveror electrical system.
WARNING
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Be sure to place any devices connected to the socket safely so that they do notbecome projectiles in the event of a sud-den stop and injure the occupants of thevehicle.
• Be aware that connected devices maygenerate heat and become very hot.
• Only connect devices that function cor-rectly and are free from defects. Thesedevices should be intended for use in a120-volt, 60Hz socket with a plugintended for the socket in the vehicle andbe UL-approved (or the equivalentthereof).
• Never let the device, its plug or thesocket itself come in contact with fluidsof any kind. Never touch or use thesocket if it appears to be damaged orwet.
• Never connect multiple plugs, adapters orextension cords to the socket. This couldoverride the socket's safety functions.
• Never let children play or tamper with thesocket, or attempt to insert any objectsinto it. Never leave children unattended inthe vehicle when the socket is active.
• Never try to modify or repair the 120-voltsocket. This should only be done by a
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12-volt socket in the tunnel console
12-volt socket in the tunnel console for the front seats
12-volt socket in the tunnel console for the rear seats
The electrical sockets can be used for 12-volt devices such as monitors, MP3 players and cellphones. For the sockets to provide electrical cur- rent, the ignition must be in at least mode I.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
CAUTION
Max. current provided is 10 A (120 W) if one socket is used at a time. If both of the sock-ets in the tunnel console are used at thesame time, the max. current provided persocket is 7.5 A (90 W) If a tire sealing system's compressor is being used, no other device should be connected toany of the other sockets while the compres-sor is operating.
12-volt socket in the cargo area
12-volt socket in the cargo area
Fold down the cover to access the socket. Max. current provided is 10 A (120 W).
NOTE
The 12-volt socket in the cargo area provides electrical current even when the ignition isswitched off. Using the socket while theengine is not running will drain the battery.
Related information
• Passenger compartment storage spaces (p. 204)
• Ignition modes (p. 375)