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Automatically activating/deactivating
the seat heating function when the
engine is started
The seat heating* can be set to start automati-cally when the engine is started.
The automatic function starts heating the seatswhen the ambient temperature is sufficiently cold.
1.Tap Settings in the center display's Topview.
2.Tap Climate.
3.Under Auto Driver Seat Heating Level andAuto Passenger Seat Heating Level,select Off, Low, Middle or High to activate/deactivate the automatic function and selecta level for the driver's and passenger's seats.
Related information
•Climate system controls (p. 199)
•Climate system controls in the center display(p. 199)
•Rear climate system controls on the tunnelconsole (p. 201)
Turning front seat ventilation* onand off
Seat ventilation can be used e.g., to help removedampness from the seat occupant's clothing.
The ventilation system consists of fans in theseats and backrests that draw air through theseat upholstery. The cooling effect increases asthe air in the passenger compartment becomescooler. This feature can be activated when theengine is running and it monitors the seat's tem-perature, sunlight in the passenger compartmentand the ambient temperature.
Activating/deactivating front seat
ventilation
Steering wheel and seat buttons in the climate bar
1. Tap the left or right side steering wheel andseat button in the center display's climatebar to open the steering wheel and seat con-trols.
If the vehicle is not equipped with theoptional heated steering wheel/seats, thebutton for seat ventilation will be directlyaccessible in the climate bar.
2.Tap the seat ventilation button repeatedly toselect one of four levels: Off, High, Middleor Low.
>The level changes and is displayed in thebutton.
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Opening/closing/directing air vents
Some of the passenger compartment air ventscan be open/closed/directed individually.
Direct the dashboard and door pillar outer airvents toward the side windows to defrost.
Direct the vents into the passenger compartmentto help maintain a comfortable temperature inwarm weather.
Opening/closing air vents
Air vent thumb wheel 6
–Turn the thumb wheel to open/close the airflow from the vent.
The more of the white lines on the thumbwheel that are visible, the greater the air flow.
Directing air flow
Air flow control 6
–Move the control from side to side or up/down to direct the flow of air from the vent.
Related information
•Air distribution (p. 212)
•Adjusting air distribution (p. 213)
•Air distribution table (p. 215)
Adjusting air distribution
Air distribution can be adjusted manually.
Air distribution buttons in Climate view
Defrost the windshield
Air vents in the dashboard and center con-sole
Floor air vents
1.Go to Climate view in the center display.
2. Tap one or more of the air distribution but-tons to open/close the corresponding airflow.
> Air distribution changes and the buttonslight up or go out.
6The illustration is generic; the air vent's design varies, depending on its location.
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3. Insert the other upper hook into the ceilingmounting point on the opposite side. It isspring-loaded to make mounting easier.
Press each of the hooks as far forward intothe respective mounting points as possible.
Rear mounting
4.Rear mounting: with the upper hooksinserted 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 hooksinserted into the front ceiling mountingpoints, 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 touchthe net but do not apply pressure to it.
CAUTION
Pressure from the front seats against thecargo 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 thebutton on the lower straps' respective locksand allow some slack on both sides.
2. Press in the catches and release both of thestraps' hooks.
3. Remove the upper hooks from the ceilingmounting points.
4. Press the red button on the upper rod toallow it to fold.
5. Fold and roll up the net.
Store the net under the cargo compartment floor.
Related information
•Cargo compartment cover* (p. 227)
•Load anchoring eyelets (p. 226)
•Steel cargo grid* (p. 225)
•Loading (p. 218)
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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.227
Cargo compartment cover*
The cover can be used to conceal objects in thecargo compartment.
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With the cover retracted, press the end pieceon 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 aresecurely locked in place.
Use
The cover can be used in two positions: fullyopen to completely cover the cargo compartmentor partially retracted to make it easier to reachfarther into the cargo compartment.
Fully open
Third row seats, 7-seat models*: hang theseat belt latches in the hooks provided in theside panels. For 5-seat models, see the fol-lowing step.
With the cover retracted, grasp its handleand pull it out completely.
Press the attaching pins on the rear cornersof the cover into the grooves in the side pan-els and release the cover.
>The cover is now fixed in the fully openposition.
Partially retracted
With the cover retracted, grasp its handleand pull it so that it is above the cargo com-partment's side panels until it is fully open.Press the attaching pins on the rear cornersof the cover into the grooves in the side pan-els. If the cover is already fully open see thenext step.
With the cover completely pulled out, press itupward lightly and allow it to retract slowly.
>Allow the cover to retract until it stops inthe partially retracted position.
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XC90 Excellence only: the cover is permanently mounted and cannot be retracted or removed.
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If you are holding something in one of yourhands:
From the fully open position, push the cover'shandle slightly upward with e.g., your elbow.
> The cover will close until it reaches thepartially retracted position.
To fully open the cover from the partially openposition:
1.Grasp the handle and pull out the cover tothe fully open position.
2. Let the cover retract slightly and press thehandle slightly downward.
> The cover will be secured n the fully openposition.
Avoid placing any objects on the cover when it isopen.
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 rearwardslightly 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 releasethe attaching pins from their grooves. Pullthe cover to the fully open position.
>Allow the cover to retract completely.
Removing the cover
1. With the cover retracted, press the button onone of the cover's ends and lift out that end.
For 7-seat models: Release the seat beltlatches 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. 223)
•Steel cargo grid* (p. 225)
•Loading (p. 218)
•Load anchoring eyelets (p. 226)
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Sun visors
There are vanity mirrors with card holders on theupper 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., acard or ticket.
Related information
•Passenger compartment storage spaces(p. 220)
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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 thecargo area*.
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120-volt socket in the tunnel console for the secondrow of seats
This socket is intended for 120-volt devices suchas laptops, chargers, etc.
The max. current provided is 150W.
Using the sockets
1. Remove or pull down the cover over thesocket 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, notits cord.
Pull up the cover over the socket when it is not inuse.
CAUTION
•Do not connect devices with large orheavy plugs that could come loose whiledriving.
•Do not use devices that can cause inter-ference with the vehicle's radio receiveror electrical system.
WARNING
•Be sure to place any devices connectedto 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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trained and qualified Volvo service techni-cian.
Failure to follow the points above could resultin electrical shock and/or serious injury.
Status indication
An LED (Light Emitting Diode) on the socketindicates its status:
Status indicator lightSocket statusAction
Steady green lightThe socket is providing current to a connected device.None.
Flashing orange lightThe socket's voltage converter is too hot (the connected device draws too muchcurrent, etc. or the temperature in the passenger compartment is very high).Unplug the device, let the converter cool downand plug in the device again.
The connected device draws too much current (constantly or currently) or is notfunctioning properly.None. The device should not be plugged into thesocket.
Indicator light offThe socket has not detected a plugged in device.Be sure the device is correctly plugged into thesocket.
The socket is not active.Put the vehicle's ignition in at least mode I.
The socket has been active but has been deactivated.Start the engine and/or charge the start battery.
If a problem persists, have the socket checked bya trained and qualified Volvo service technician.