2017 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE HYBRID service indicator

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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.

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.253

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. 240)
•Locking/unlocking from outside the vehicle(p. 244)
•Foot movement tailgate operation* (p. 243)
Private (valet) locking
The glove compartment and the tailgate can belocked 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 orderto activate private locking.
1. Private locking can be activated from thecenter 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 PrivateLocking box.
>A pop-up window will appear.

NOTE
•A security code has to be selected the firsttime 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 theglove compartment and tailgate and tapConfirm.
>The glove compartment and tailgate willlock. Confirmation is provided by a greenindicator light in the button in Functionview and an X in the private locking boxunder Top view's Settings.
Deactivating private locking
1. This function can be deactivated from thecenter 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 tapConfirm.
>The glove compartment and tailgate willunlock. Confirmation is provided when thegreen 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.

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.256
Alarm
The alarm system provides a warning if anattempt is made to break into the vehicle.
The following conditions will trigger the alarm:
•a door/hood/tailgate are opened
•the battery is disconnected
•the alarm siren is disconnected
If a problem is detected in the alarmsystem, this symbol and Alarmsystem failure Service required willbe displayed in the instrument panel.Do not attempt to repair any of the componentsin the alarm system yourself; this could affect theinsurance policy on the vehicle. Contact a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician.

NOTE
One of the alarm sensors, which is sensitiveto metallic objects, is located under the tunnelconsole cup holders. Avoid leaving coins,keys, etc., in the cup holders because theymay inadvertently trigger the alarm.
Arming the alarm
–Lock the vehicle by pressing the remotekey's lock button. On models with theoptional Passive Entry system, the vehiclecan also be locked by pressing the outerindentation for locking on one of the doorhandles or by pressing the tailgate's rubber-ized pressure plate.
If the vehicle is equipped with a power tail-gate*, the button on the lower edge of thetailgate can also be used to lock the vehicleand arm the alarm.

Disarming the alarm
The alarm can be disarmed by:
•Unlock the vehicle by pressing the remotekey's unlock button
•Pressing the pressure-sensitive area on theinside of one of the door handles on modelswith the optional Passive Entry system.
•Pressing the tailgate's rubberized pressureplate on models with the optional PassiveEntry system.

Turning off a triggered (sounding)
alarm
–Press the remote key's unlock button or putthe ignition in mode I by turning the startknob to START and releasing it.
Alarm signals
The following occurs if the alarm has been trig-gered:
•A siren will sound for 30 seconds or until thealarm is turned off
•All turn signals flash for 5 minutes or untilthe alarm is turned off
If the door that triggered the alarm is left open,the alarm cycle will be repeated 10 times.

Alarm indicator
A red indicator light on the upper side of thedashboard shows the alarm's status:
•Indicator off: the alarm is disarmed
•Indicator flashes once every two seconds:the alarm is armed
•Indicator flashes quickly after the alarm hasbeen disarmed (max. 30 seconds) or until

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Fuel
Volvo recommends the use of detergent gaso-line to control engine deposits.

Deposit control gasoline (detergent
additives)
Detergent gasoline is effective in keeping injec-tors and intake valves clean. Consistent use ofdeposit control gasolines will help ensure gooddrivability and fuel economy. If you are not surewhether the gasoline contains deposit controladditives, check with the service station operator.

NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of exter-nal fuel injector cleaning systems.

Unleaded fuel
Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converterand must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. andCanadian regulations require that pumps deliver-ing unleaded gasoline be labeled "UNLEADED".Only these pumps have nozzles which fit yourvehicle's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense lea-ded fuel into a vehicle labeled "unleaded gaso-line only". Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxygensensor system. Repeated use of leaded gasolinewill lessen the effectiveness of the emission con-trol system and could result in loss of emissionwarranty coverage. State and local vehicle
inspection programs will make detection of mis-fueling easier, possibly resulting in emission testfailure for misfueled vehicles.
NOTE
Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain anoctane enhancing additive called methyl-cyclopentadienyl manganese tricarbonyl(MMT). If such fuels are used, your EmissionControl System performance may be affected,and the Check Engine Light (malfunctionindicator light) located on your instrumentpanel may light. If this occurs, please returnyour vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician for service.

Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers,
"Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing"oxygenates" which are usually alcohols orethers. In some areas, state or local laws requirethat the service pump be marked indicating useof alcohols or ethers. However, there are areas inwhich the pumps are unmarked. If you are notsure whether there is alcohol or ethers in thegasoline you buy, check with the service stationoperator. To meet seasonal air quality standards,some areas require the use of "oxygenated" fuel.
Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygen-ated" fuels; however, the octane ratings listedmust still be met.
Alcohol – Ethanol
Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volumemay be used. Ethanol may also be referred to asEthyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".
Ethers – MTBE: Fuels containing up to15% MTBE may be used.

Methanol
Do not use gasolines containing methanol(methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice canresult in vehicle performance deterioration andcan damage critical parts in the fuel system. Suchdamage may not be covered under the NewVehicle Limited Warranty.

Related information
•Octane rating (p. 392)
•Opening/closing the fuel filler door (p. 393)

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Opening/closing the fuel filler door
The fuel tank has a filling system that does nothave a cover.

Opening/closing the fuel filler door
An arrow next to the fuel pumpsymbol in the instrument panelindicates the side of the vehiclewhere the fuel filler door islocated.
1. Press the button on the lighting panel.
>Pressure equalization in the fuel tank cau-ses a slight delay before the fuel fillerdoor opens. Fuel tank Fuel lid isopening will be displayed in the instru-ment panel, followed by Fuel tank Readyfor refueling.
2.After refueling, close the fuel filler door bypressing lightly.
Refueling from a service station pump
To refuel:
1.Open the fuel filler door. Do not refuel with
the engine running1
2. Insert the pump's nozzle into the fuel fillerpipe's opening as far as possible (see theillustration).
3. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do not pressthe handle on the filler nozzle after it hasstopped pumping. Too much fuel in the tankin hot weather conditions can cause the fuelto overflow. Overfilling could also cause dam-age to the emission control systems.
1If the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled, the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) may indicate a fault. However, your vehicle's performance will not be affected.

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Charging cable components
Charge module
240-volt adapter clip
240-volt adapter
Charge coupler
Release button
Hybrid charging cable circuitbreaker
The charging cable has a circuit breaker thathelps protect against current overloads andelectrical shocks.
If the charging cable's residual current breaker istriggered, the blue indicator light in the chargecoupler will not illuminate when the cable is plug-ged into a 120-/240-volt socket or the red indi-cator light will glow steadily. Have the socketchecked by a licensed electrician or try usinganother 120-/240-volt wall socket.

WARNING
•Charging the hybrid battery may only bedone from approved, grounded 120-/240-volt sockets. If the electrical circuitor electrical socket's capacity is notknown, let a licensed electrician inspectthe electrical circuit's capacity. Using acharge level that exceeds the electricalcircuit's or electrical outlet's capacity maystart a fire or damage the electrical cir-cuit.
•The charging cable's residual currentbreaker helps protect the vehicle's charg-ing system but cannot ensure that an cur-rent overload will never occur.
•Never use visibly worn or damaged elec-trical sockets. Doing so could lead to firesor serious injury.
•Never connect the charging cable to anextension cord.
•Maintenance or replacement of the hybridbattery may only be performed by atrained and qualified Volvo service techni-cian.

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SymbolMessageExplanation
Reduced performance
Max vehicle speed limited
The hybrid battery is not sufficiently charged for higher speeds. Charge the battery as soon as pos-sible.
Hybrid system
Harsh behavior at low speed, vehicleok to use
The hybrid system is not functioning completely properly. Contact a Volvo retailer or a trained andqualified Volvo service technician as soon as possible to have the system checked.
Hybrid system failure
Service required
The hybrid system is out of order. Contact a Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician as soon as possible to have the system checked.
Charge cable
Remove before start
The charging cable has not been disconnected and the driver has attempted to start the engine.Disconnect the cable from the vehicle, put the cover back in place and close the charger door.
Charge cable
Removed? Turn and hold start knob7s
The driver has already attempted to start the engine with the charging cable still connected. Besure the cable is completely disconnected, the cover is in place and the charger door is closed.

Related information
•Charging the hybrid battery (p. 413)
•Charger status indicators (p. 417)
•Hybrid battery charge status (p. 415)

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NOTE
The capacity of the hybrid battery diminishessomewhat with age and use, which couldresult in increased use of the gasoline engineand consequently, slightly higher fuel con-sumption.
Charging is indicated in three ways:
•Charge module (the unit that is plugged intothe wall socket): The blue indicator light onthe cable's charge module will flash red sev-eral times when the unit is plugged into awall socket while a safety check is being per-formed and will then glow steadily blue toindicate that the charger is ready to use.
•A green indicator light in the vehicle's charg-ing socket will flash green while the batteryis charging and will glow steadily green whenthe hybrid battery is fully charged. The blueindicator light in the charge module will alsoflash while charging is underway and willglow steadily blue when charging is comple-ted.
•A gauge in the instrument panel will alsoindicate the battery's charge level.
The hybrid battery charging process also chargesthe vehicle's start battery.
If the hybrid battery's temperature is below –13 ºF (–10 ºC) or above +104 ºF (+40 ºC), someof the vehicle's functions may be reduced or not
be available at all (e.g., drive mode may not beavailable).
The electric motor cannot be used if the hybridbattery's temperature is too low or too high. If thePURE drive mode is selected, the gasolineengine will be used.

Temperature control
During charging, if the temperature in the charg-ing cable becomes too high and reaches a criticallimit, charging will be interrupted.

CAUTION
If charging is interrupted repeatedly, have thecharging cable and the vehicle's chargingsystem inspected by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician.
Charging using the gasoline engine
Current is generated to charge the hybrid battery, suchas light braking and when engine braking on down-slopes
Using the B gear mode when driving on down-slopes will also recharge the hybrid battery.
The hybrid battery can also be charged by thegasoline engine. During light braking, the batteryis recharged.

Related information
•Drive modes (p. 420)
•General information about the XC90 T8 TwinEngine Plug-in Hybrid (p. 16)
•Hybrid battery charging cable (p. 405)
•Gear selector positions (p. 425)