2017 VOLVO XC90 power steering

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Using turn signals146
Passenger compartment lighting 147
Home safe lighting 150
Approach lighting 150
Messages in the instrument panel and center display 150
Handling messages in the instru-ment panel and center display 152
Handling messages stored from theinstrument panel and center display 154
Instrument panel App menu 155
Using the instrument panel App menu 156
Using the windshield wipers 157
Activating/deactivating the rain sensor 157
Windshield and headlight washers 158
Tailgate window wiper and washer 159
Steering wheel 160
Adjusting the steering wheel 161
Seats 162
Manually operated front seats 162
Power front seats *
163
Adjusting power front seats *
163
Adjusting the passenger's seat from the driver's seat * 164
Using the power seat memory function *
165
Multifunctional front seats *
166

Adjusting function settings in the multifunctional front seats *166
Rear seats 169
Adjusting the second row head restraints 170
Moving the second row seats for- ward/rearward 171
Adjusting the second row backrest tilt 172
Folding the second row backrests 173
Getting into and out of the third rowof seats 174
Folding the third row * backrests
175
Driver profiles 175
Selecting a driver profile 176
Editing a driver profile 177
Linking a remote key to a driver profile 177
Importing/exporting a driver profilefrom/to a USB flash drive 178
CLIMATE
Climate control system
182
Perceived temperature 182
Climate system sensors 183
Air quality 183
Clean Zone Interior Package (CZIP) *
184
Interior Air Quality System (IAQS) *
185
Passenger compartment air filter 185
Automatic climate control 186
Climate system controls 186
Climate system controls in the center display 187
Rear climate system controls on the tunnel console * 189
Setting the blower speed 190
Setting the temperature 191
Turning recirculation on and off 194
Defrosting windows and mirrors 194
Turning steering wheel heating * on
and off 197
Air conditioning 197
Turning seat heating * on and off
198
Turning front seat ventilation * on and off
200
Air distribution 201
Opening/closing/directing air vents 202
Adjusting air distribution 202

INTRODUCTION
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8" instrument panel
The instrument panel displays information such as speed, an incoming phone call or the trackthat is currently playing. It is controlled using bothsteering wheel keypads.
Center display
Many of the vehicle's main functions are con- trolled from the center display, a touchscreen thatreacts to taps or other gestures. The number ofphysical buttons is thereby minimized. The screencan be operated with or without gloves. The center display is used to control e.g., the cli- mate and infotainment systems and to adjust the power seats*. The information shown here can be
dealt with by the driver or the front seat passen- ger.
Voice control system
The voice control system ena- bles the driver to operate cer-tain vehicle functions withoutremoving his/her hands fromthe steering wheel and itunderstands natural speech.Use voice commands to e.g.,
play a track on the infotainment system, make aphone call, raise the passenger compartmenttemperature or to read a text message.
For additional information about all of the func- tions/system, see the respective articles in theon-board owner's manual or the printed supple-ment.
Related information
• Using the center display (p. 44)
• Center display overview (p. 28)
• Navigating in the center display's views(p. 38) •
Head-up display (HUD)
* (p. 116)
• Instrument panel (p. 124)
• Voice control (p. 119)

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
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Lower position
Confirm
Adapting brightness
The brightness of the graphics displayed in the HUD are also automatically adjusted according toambient lighting conditions. HUD brightness isalso affected by adjustments to the brightness ofthe other displays in the vehicle.
Power front seat * memory function
The position of the HUD can be stored in the power seat's memory function.
Replacing the windshieldVehicles with a head-up display have a specialtype of windshield meeting the requirements fordisplaying projected information. If the windshield has to be replaced, contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician orauthorized workshop. The correct type of replace-ment windshield must be used for a head-up dis-play.
Calibrating the horizontal positionIf the windshield has been replaced, it may benecessary to calibrate the HUD's horizontal posi-tion. This means that the projected image willhave to be rotated clockwise or counterclockwise.To do so:
1. Pull down the center display's Top view and
tap
Settings. 2.
Select
My CarDisplaysHead-Up
Display Calibration.
3. Use the buttons on the right-side steering wheel keypad to calibrate the horizontal posi- tion.
Rotate counterclockwise
Rotate clockwise
Confirm
CleaningWipe the glass covering the HUD projection unit carefully with a clean and dry (or very slightlydamp if necessary) microfiber cloth. Never use strong stain removers. For difficult cleaning conditions, a special cleaning agent canbe purchased at a Volvo retailer.
Related information
• Center display overview (p. 28)
• Navigating in the center display's views(p. 38)

DRIVER SUPPORT
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Driver support systems
The vehicle is equipped with a number of driver support systems that help provide the driver withactive/passive support.
Some of these systems are standard while others are optional and they are designed to e.g., helpthe driver maintain a set speed or a set distanceto a vehicle ahead, or warn the driver of a poten-tial collision situation and in certain cases applythe brakes if necessary. Certain optional systemscan also assist in various parking situations.
Related information
• Adjustable steering force
* (p. 250)
• Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (p. 251)
• Roll stability control (RSC) (p. 255)
• Speed limiter (SL)
* (p. 255)
• Distance Alert
* (p. 267)
• Cruise Control (CC) (p. 262)
• Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
* (p. 269)
• Pilot Assist
* (p. 283)
• Driver support system radar sensor (p. 296)
• Driver support system camera (p. 300)
• City Safety
™ (p. 304)
• Blind Spot Information (BLIS)
* (p. 317)
• Cross Traffic Alert (CTA)
* (p. 319)
• Road Sign Information (RSI)
* (p. 324) •
Driver Alert Control (DAC) (p. 326)
• Driving lane assistance (p. 328)
• Run-off Mitigation (p. 333)
• Park Assist
* (p. 336)
• Park Assist Camera (PAC)
* (p. 340)
• Park Assist Pilot (PAP)
* (p. 346)
Adjustable steering force *
Steering force increases with the speed of the vehicle to give the driver an enhanced sense ofcontrol and stability. At low speed the vehicle iseasier to steer in order to facilitate parking, etc.
Changing the steering force levelTo change the level of steering force, see theinformation under the heading "individual" in arti-cle "Drive modes" for additional information. On models not equipped with the drive mode control in the center console, the selection ismade in the center display's Top view under:
SettingsMy CarDrive ModesSteering force
NOTE
•This steering force level menu function cannot be accessed when the vehicle isin motion.
• In certain situations, the power steeringfunction may become too hot and mustbe temporarily cooled. During cooling,power steering effect will be reduced andmore force may be necessary to turn thesteering wheel and a message will bedisplayed in the instrument panel.

STARTING AND DRIVING
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Starting and driving The vehicle is equipped with features that sup- plement its basic functions, such as shifting gears with steering wheel paddles * and the fuel-
conserving start/stop function.
The vehicle is equipped with an automatic trans- mission that also makes it possible to shift gearsmanually. Certain functions can also be used when the engine is not running, depending on the ignitionmode being used.
Related information
• Starting the engine (p. 382)
• Ignition modes (p. 380)
• Automatic transmission (p. 392)
• Opening/closing the fuel filler door (p. 373)
• Start/Stop (p. 389)
• Parking brake (p. 360)
Brakes The brake system is a hydraulic system consist- ing of two separate brake circuits. If a problemshould occur in one of these circuits, it is stillpossible to stop the vehicle with the other brakecircuit.
Brake systemIf one of the brake circuits is not functioning, more pressure will be needed on the brake pedal(and the pedal will go down farther) for normalbraking effect. If the brake pedal must be depressed farther than normal and requires greater foot pressure,the stopping distance will be longer. Pressure on the brake pedal is enhanced by the power braking function. The power brakes only function when the engine is running. If the power brakes are not working, considerably higher pressure will be required on the brakepedal to compensate for the lack of power assis-tance. This can happen for example when towingyour vehicle or if the engine is switched off whenthe vehicle is rolling. The brake pedal feels stifferthan usual. When the Hill Start Assist function is being used, it will take slightly longer for the brake pedal toreturn to its normal position if the vehicle isparked on an incline or uneven surface. When driving in very hilly areas or if the vehicle iscarrying a heavy load, manual gear shifting canbe used for engine braking to augment the brakes. Use the
Off Road*
drive mode on steep
downgrades to increase the engine braking effect at low speeds.
Anti-lock Braking System ABS
The ABS system helps to improve vehicle control (stopping and steering) during severe brakingconditions by limiting brake lockup. When ABS is operating, there may be some vibration in the brake pedal, which is normal. The system performs a brief self-diagnostic test when the engine has been started and driverreleases the brake pedal. Another automatic testmay be performed when the vehicle first reachesa speed of approximately 6 mph (10 km/h). Thebrake pedal will pulsate several times and asound may be audible from the ABS controlmodule, which is normal.
Cleaning the brake discsCoatings of dirt and water on the brake discsmay result in delayed brake function. This delay isminimized by cleaning the brake linings. Cleaning the brake pads is advisable in wet weather, prior to long-term parking, and after thevehicle has been washed. Do this by braking gen-tly for a short period while the vehicle is moving.

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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
1. After securely attaching the towing line to both vehicles, put the gear selector in posi- tion N and release the parking brake.
2. Put the ignition in mode II by turning the
start knob to START (without depressing
the brake pedal) and hold it in this position
for approx. 4 seconds. Release the knob.
3. Put the gear selector in position N and
release the parking brake.
4. The towing vehicle can now begin driving.
5. Keep the tow rope taut when the towing vehicle slows down by applying light pressure on the brake pedal. This will help prevent jar-ring movements of the vehicle being towed.
6. Be prepared to apply the brakes to stop the vehicle being towed.
CAUTION
General towing precautions:
• If the vehicle's battery is dead, an auxiliary battery will be necessary to provide cur-rent for releasing the electric parkingbrake and to move the gear selector from the
P position to N. If this is not possible,
use the shiftlock override procedure tomanually release the gear selector from P
and move it to N.
• Maximum speed: 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not exceed the maximum allowable tow-ing speed.
• Maximum distance with front wheels onground: 50 miles (80 km).
• The vehicle should only be towed in theforward direction.
WARNING
• When the vehicle is being towed, the igni- tion should be in mode
II (in mode I, all of
the vehicle's airbags are deactivated).
• The remote key must remain inside the vehicle.
• The power brakes and power steering willnot function when the engine is not run-ning. Approximately 5 times more pres-sure will be required on the brake pedaland the steering wheel will be considera-bly harder to turn.
• The towing eyelets must not be used forpulling the vehicle out of a ditch or forany similar purpose involving severestrain.

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STARTING AND DRIVING
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DYNAMIC
Dynamic drive mode is designed to provide
sportier driving characteristics. Gear shifting will be faster and more distinct and will occur athigher rpm. Steering response will be more immediate, the suspension will be stiffer and low ground clear-ance will help reduce body roll when cornering.
Start/Stop will be deactivated.
INDIVIDUAL
This setting allows you to adapt a drive mode to your personal preferences. Select one of the other drive modes as a basis and change the settings to provide the drivingcharacteristics that you prefer. These settings willbe stored in a driver profile. INDIVIDUAL is only available if it has been acti- vated in the center display.
Settings view 3
for INDIVIDUAL drive mode
1. Tap Settings in the center display's Top
view.
2. Tap
My CarIndividual Drive Mode and
tap Individual Drive Mode. 3.
Under
Presets, select: Eco, Comfort orDynamic.
The following settings can be modified: •
Driver Display
•Steering force
•Powertrain Characteristics
•Brake Characteristics
•Suspension Control
•ECO Climate
•Start/Stop.
Related information
• Adjustable steering force
* (p. 250)
• Loading (p. 208)
• Driver profiles (p. 175)
• Start/Stop (p. 389)
• ECO drive mode (p. 387)
• All Wheel Drive (AWD) (p. 397)
• Hill Descent Control (HDC) (p. 358)
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Generic illustration.

STARTING AND DRIVING
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"– ": Shift down one gear.
"+ ": Shift up one gear.
A gear shift will take place each time a paddle is pulled if the engine speed (rpm) is within the per-missible range for the selected gear. The gear number shown in the instrument panel will change after each gear shift.
Deactivating the paddles
Manual deactivation in modes D and M
–Pull the right ( +) paddle toward the steering
wheel and hold it until the number of the cur- rent gear is no longer displayed in the instru-ment panel.
> The transmission will revert to automatic
gear shifting in the D mode.
Automatic deactivation
In shift mode D, if the paddles are not used for a
period of time, they will deactivate automatically. The number of the current gear will no longer bedisplayed. The paddles will remain active if engine braking is currently being used.
Related information
• Gear selector positions (p. 394)
• Gear shift indicator (p. 394)
All Wheel Drive (AWD) 6
Your Volvo can be equipped with All Wheel Drive, which means that power is distributedautomatically between the front and rear wheels.
Under normal driving conditions, most of the engine's power is directed to the front wheels.However, if there is any tendency for the frontwheels to spin, an electronically controlled cou-pling distributes power to the wheels that havethe best traction. AWD reacts differently, depending on the drive mode * selected.
Related information
• Drive modes
* (p. 384)
• Low Speed Control (LSC)
* (p. 359)
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Standard equipment on certain models.