2017 VOLVO XC90 T8 tow bar

WHEELS AND TIRES
* Option/accessory.
482
Tools
Tools for e.g., changing wheels, etc., are located under the cargo compartment floor.
The foam block under the cargo compartment floor contains the towing eyelet, the tool for removing plastic wheel bolt covers, the jack * and
the lug wrench *. There is also a storage space for
the tool used to remove locking wheel bolts.
Related information
• Jack (p. 482)
• Changing tires (p. 481)
Jack
The jack is used to raise the vehicle, for example when mounting winter wheels, etc.
WARNING
• The jack must correctly engage the jack attachment.
• Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
• Never allow any part of your body to beextended under a vehicle supported by ajack.
• Use the jack intended for the vehiclewhen changing a tire. For any other job,use stands to support the vehicle.
• Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the Park (
P) position.
• Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or large stones.
• The jack should be kept well-greased andclean, and should not be damaged.
• No objects should be placed between thebase of jack and the ground, or betweenthe jack and the attachment bar on thevehicle.
CAUTION
•
When not in use, the jack
* should be kept
in its storage compartment under the cargo compartment floor.
• The jack provided with your vehicle isintended to be used only in temporary sit-uations such as changing wheels in theevent of a flat tire. Only the jack thatcame with your particular model shouldbe used to lift the vehicle. If the vehicleneeds to be lifted more frequently or for aprolonged period, using a garage jack orhoist is recommended. Always follow thisdevice

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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING
* Option/accessory.
544
CAUTION
• Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub- ber components
• Polishing chromed strips can wear awayor damage the surface
• Polishes containing abrasive substancesshould not be used
Related information
• Paint damage (p. 547)
• Corrosion protection (p. 547)
• Polishing and waxing (p. 549)
• Windshield wipers in the service position (p. 537)
Cleaning the interior
Only use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly and fol-low the instructions included with the car careproduct.
CAUTION
• Under no circumstances should gasoline, naphtha or similar cleaning agents beused on the plastic or the leather sincethese can cause damage.
• Take extra care when removing stainssuch as ink or lipstick since the coloringcan spread.
• Use solvents sparingly. Too much solventcan damage the seat padding.
• Start from the outside of the stain andwork toward the center.
• Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in apocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothingmay damage the textile upholstery.
• Clothing that is not colorfast, such asnew jeans or suede garments, may stainthe upholstery.
Fabric upholstery and ceiling linerClean with soapy water or a detergent. For more difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream, shoe pol-ish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric stainremover. Consult your Volvo retailer.
Leather
* careVolvo's leather upholstery is manufactured with aprotectant to repel soiling. Over time, sunlight,grease and dirt can break down the protection.Staining, cracking, scuffing, and fading can result. Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greasy leather care kit formulated to clean and beautify yourvehicle's leather, and to renew the protectivequalities of its finish. The cleaner removes dirtand oil buildup. The light cream protectantrestores a barrier against soil and sunlight. Volvo also offers a special leather softener that should be applied after the cleaner and protec-tant. It leaves leather soft and smooth, andreduces friction between leather and other fin-ishes in the vehicle. Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and con- ditioning your vehicle's leather two to four times ayear. Ask your Volvo retailer about Leather CareKit 951 0251 and Leather Softener 943 7429.
Cleaning leather upholstery
1. Pour leather cleaner on a damp sponge and
squeeze it until the cleaner foams.
2. Apply the foam to the stain by moving the sponge with circular movements.
3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with the sponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain, do not rub.
4. Dry the stain with soft paper towels or a towel, and allow the leather to dry completely.

INDEX
573
Stability system 259
sport mode 260
Start and lock system type designations 256
Starting and driving 362
Starting the engine 390Starting the vehicle after a crash (crash mode) 78
Start inhibitor (immobilizer) 232
Steel grid in cargo area 223
Steering wheel 164 adjusting 165
heated 206
horn 164
keypad 164
Steering wheel paddles 164
Stone chips, touching up 547, 548
Storage compartments 218
Studded tires 479Sunroof laminated panoramic roof 108, 109
Sun shade 111, 113
Sun visor 227
Suspension 419
System updates 500
T
Tailgate locking/unlocking 246
locking/unlocking (private locking) 250operating with the foot movement sen-
sor 240
power operated 248
wiper/washer 163
Tailgate wipers 538
Technician certification 58Temperature perceived 186
Temperature sensor ambient 118
Tethering wi-fi sharing 462
Three-way catalytic converter 381Timer preconditioning 190
Tire inflation pressure 563
Tire Pressure Monitoring System 485, 488 calibrating 489
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 489
Tires 472, 482 changing 481
changing from summer to winter 477
glossary of terms 476
improving economy 472
inflation pressure 480
inflation pressure table 563installing (mounting) a wheel on the
vehicle 485
rotation 473
snow 479
specifications 474
storing 473
studded 479
tire pressure monitoring system 485, 488
tire sealing system 490, 492, 495
tread wear indicator 477
uniform tire quality grading 479
wheel bolts 483
Tire sealing system 490, 492, 495 Top tether anchors (child restraint sys- tems) 91
Touching up paint 547, 548
Towbar 387
Towing a trailer 384, 388 trailer hitch 387
Towing eyelet 376
Towing the vehicle 377
Traction control 259
Trailer hitch 387