2017 VOLVO XC90 ECU

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Raising/lowering the rear-end of the vehicle*
Using the buttons on the read edge of the cargo compartment, the rear-end of the vehicle (thelevel of the cargo compartment floor) can beraised or lowered for easier loading or to make attaching a trailer 1
simpler.
Level control buttons on the rear edge of the cargo compartment
The level control consists of two buttons: one to raise and one to lower the rear-end of the vehi-cle. Press and hold the respective buttons until the desired level has been reached.
NOTE
The level cannot be adjusted if a door or the hood are open (this does not apply to the tail-gate).
WARNING
Be sure that the entire area under the vehicle is completely unobstructed before loweringthe level.
Extra loading spaceThe rear seat backrests can be folded down to added cargo space or for transporting longobjects.
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
• 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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An accessory trailer hitch can be purchased from a Volvo retailer.

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Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the load.
• Secure the cargo correctly with appropriatetie-down equipment.
• Check periodically that the load carriers andload are properly secured.
• Remember that the vehicle's center of gravityand handling change when you carry a loadon the roof.
• The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con-sumption will increase with the size of theload.
• Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast cor-nering and hard braking.
CAUTION
The optional panoramic roof should not be opened while load carriers are installed onthe vehicle.
See the article "Weights" for information about the maximum permissible load that can be trans-ported on the roof.
Related information
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Folding the second row backrests (p. 173)
• Folding the third row
* backrests (p. 175)
• Weights (p. 537)
• Cargo net (p. 213) •
Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 217)
• Steel cargo grid
* (p. 215)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 216)
• Whiplash protection system (p. 59)
• Locking/unlocking the tailgate (p. 238)
Passenger compartment storage spaces
The following is an overview of the passenger compartment and its storage spaces.
Front seats
Storage spaces in the door panel, near the steering wheel, the glove compartment and the sun visors

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WARNING
•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.
Attaching1. Fold out the cargo net and fold out the upper
rod. Be sure it locks in position.
2. Insert one of the net's upper hooks into the front or rear ceiling mounting point with thenet's lower straps' locks facing you. 3. Insert the other upper hook into the ceiling
mounting point on the opposite side. It isspring-loaded to make mounting easier. Press each of the hooks as far forward into the respective mounting points as possible.
Rear mounting
4. Rear mounting : with the upper hooks
inserted into the rear ceiling mounting points, hook the lower straps through the loadanchoring eyelets on the floor of the cargocompartment as show in the illustration.
Front mounting
Front mounting : with the upper hooks
inserted into the front ceiling mounting points, hook the lower straps through theeyelets on the front seat rails as shown in theillustration. Attaching the net is easier if thefront seat backrests are upright and the seatsare moved slightly forward. Adjust the front seats so that they only touch the net but do not apply pressure to it.

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CAUTION
Pressure from the front seats against the cargo net could damage the net and/or itsbrackets.
5. Pull the lower straps taut.
Removing and storing
1. Reduce tension on the net by pressing the
button on the lower straps' respective locks and allow some slack on both sides.
2. Press in the catches and release both of the straps' hooks.
3. Remove the upper hooks from the ceiling mounting points.
4. Press the red button on the upper rod to allow it to fold.
5. Fold and roll up the net. Store the net under the cargo compartment floor.
Related information
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 217)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 216)
• Steel cargo grid
* (p. 215)
• Loading (p. 208)
Steel cargo grid
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Your vehicle can be equipped with a steel grid that helps prevent objects in the cargo compart-ment from moving forward into the passengerarea.
The steel grid is made up of the grid itself and two separate mounting brackets. Each of the brackets has a screw cover and there are two plastic sleeves for the grid.
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.
• The third row of seats (7-seat models
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only): these seats must be folded down when the steel grid is mounted in thevehicle.
• After being mounted, be sure that thesteel grid is securely anchored in place.
Mounting1. Fold down the rear seats (second row of
seats in 7-seat models) and lift in the steelgrid through one of the rear doors or the tail-gate. The curved (convex) side of the gridshould face toward the cargo compartmentand the hooks on each side of the gridshould face upward. The mounting bracketsand plastic sleeves are not needed in thisstep.
2. Press one of the grid's hooks into the largerpart of the opening in the ceiling attachment point (1) as shown in the illustration.
3. Grasp the grid near the hook and move it toward the smaller opening (2).
> This secures the hook in the attachmentpoint.
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the hook on the opposite side of the grid.

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5. Attach the mounting bracket's hook through
the cargo anchoring eyelet near the floor of the cargo compartment and insert the threa-ded section of the bracket through the grid'slower attachment hole (1).
6. Slide the plastic sleeve onto the threaded section of the of the mounting bracket withthe sleeve's flange turned upward and pressit down through the hole. Screw the screwcover into place until its underside is approx.0.2 in. (5 mm) from the grid (2).
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the opposite side.
8. Center the grid and tighten both mounting brackets alternately until the grid is held securely in place.
RemovingPerform the steps above in reverse order. The hooks can be removed before the plastic sleeves are removed from the holes in the grid.
Related information
• Cargo net (p. 213)
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 217)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 216)
• Loading (p. 208)
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
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when loading and unloading the vehicle.

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Related information
•Loading (p. 208)
• Grocery bag holder (p. 213)
• Cargo net (p. 213)
• Steel cargo grid
* (p. 215)
• Cargo compartment cover
* (p. 217)
Cargo compartment cover *
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.
Using the coverThe cover can be used in two positions: fullyopen to completely cover the cargo compartment or partially retracted to make it easier to reachfarther into the cargo compartment.

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If you are holding something in one of your hands:
From the fully open position, push the cover's handle slightly upward with e.g., your elbow. >
The cover will close until it reaches the
partially retracted position.
To fully open the cover from the partially open position:
1. Grasp the handle and pull out the cover to the fully open position.
2. Let the cover retract slightly and press the handle slightly downward.
> The cover will be secured n the fully openposition.
Avoid placing any objects on the cover when it is open.
WARNING
7-seat models: remove the cargo compart- ment cover completely from the vehicle if oneor both of the third row seats will be occupied.
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. For 7-seat models: Release the seat belt latches from the hooks in the side panels.For 5-seat models, see the following step.
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. 213)
• Steel cargo grid
* (p. 215)
• Loading (p. 208)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 216)
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
•Passenger compartment storage spaces(p. 210)

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Preloaded springs
Preloaded springs for the power tailgate
WARNING
Never touch or attempt to access the preloa- ded springs for the power tailgate. Doing socould result in serious injury.
Related information
• Remote key's range (p. 229)
• Locking/unlocking from outside the vehicle (p. 233)
• Foot movement tailgate operation
* (p. 232)
Private (valet) locking
The glove compartment and the tailgate can be locked when e.g., the vehicle is in a workshopfor service, etc.
Activating private locking/setting a
security code
The ignition has to be in at least mode I in order
to activate private locking.
1. Private locking can be activated from the center display's Function view or under Set- tings in Top view:
• In Function view, tap
Private Locking.
• In Top view, tap
Settings and then tap
My CarLocking. Tap the Private
Locking box.
> A pop-up window will appear.
NOTE
• A security code has to be selected the first time this function is used. This code isused to deactivate any previously used PINcodes. Keep this code in a safe place.
• If private locking is activated and the vehi-cle is unlocked using Volvo On Call or theVolvo On Call mobile app, it will be auto-matically deactivated.
2. Enter the code to be used to unlock the
glove compartment and tailgate and tap
Confirm.
> The glove compartment and tailgate will lock. Confirmation is provided by a green indicator light in the button in Functionview and an X in the private locking boxunder Top view's Settings.
Deactivating private locking1. This function can be deactivated from the center display's Function view or under Set-tings in Top view:
• In Function view, tap
Private Locking.
• In Top view, tap
Settings and then tap
My CarLocking. Tap (deselect) thePrivate Locking box.
> A pop-up window will appear.
2. Enter the code used for locking and tap
Confirm.
> The glove compartment and tailgate will unlock. Confirmation is provided when the green indicator light in the button in Func-tion view goes out and the X in the privatelocking box under Top view's Settings dis-appears.