2017 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE HYBRID trailer

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.363

Backing up
Location of the rear Park Assist Camera (generic illus-tration)
The rear camera shows a wide area behind thevehicle and on certain models, part of the bumperand the trailer hitch (if installed) will be visible.
Some objects on the screen may appear to “lean”slightly, which is normal.

WARNING
People/objects/obstructions displayed on thecenter console screen may be closer to thevehicle than they appear.
Front camera
Location of the front Park Assist Camera (generic illus-tration)
The front camera is located behind the grill andcan be useful when driving off in areas with lim-ited visibility (hedges, bushes, etc). It is active atspeeds up to approx. 16 mph (25 km/h) and isautomatically turned off when the vehicleexceeds this speed.
However, if the vehicle's speed does not exceed30 mph (50 km/h) and its speed goes under14 mph (22 km/h) within 60 seconds after thecamera has been switched off, the front camerawill reactivate.

NOTE
The front camera will only reactivate automati-cally if Auto Camera Reverse Activation
has been selected in SettingsMy CarPark Assist.

Side camera
The side cameras are located in the respectivedoor mirrors and shows views along the sides ofthe vehicle.

Related information
•Park Assist Camera (PAC)* trajectory linesand fields (p. 364)
•Park Assist Camera* (PAC) limitations(p. 367)
•Starting the Park Assist Camera (PAC)*(p. 366)

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.364
Park Assist Camera (PAC)*trajectory lines and fields
The Park Assist Camera system uses trajectorylines and fields to indicate the vehicle's positionin relation to its immediate surroundings.

Trajectory lines
Sample guidelines
The trajectory lines are intended to show theposition of the vehicle's outermost dimensionsbased on the current position of the steeringwheel to help simplify parallel parking, backinginto tight spaces or when attaching a trailer.
The lines on the screen are projected as if theywere a path on the ground around the vehicleand are directly affected by the way in which thesteering wheel is turned. This enables the driverto see path the vehicle will take, even if he/sheturns the steering wheel.
These lines also indicate the outermost limits thatany object (door mirrors, corners of the body, atrailer hitch, etc.) extends out from the vehicle,even when it turns.
NOTE
When backing up with a trailer, the trajectorylines show the path that the vehicle will take,not the trailer.
Trajectory lines will not be displayed whilezooming in.

WARNING
Keep in mind that when the rear camera hasbeen selected, the image on the screen onlyshows the area behind the vehicle. The drivermust always watch for people, animals, othervehicles, etc., near the sides or the front of thevehicle when turning while backing up.
The opposite is true when the front camera isselected.
Please note that the trajectory lines show theshortest path. Be sure that the vehicle

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.365

Trajectory lines for a trailer hitch (towbar)
Towbar: activate trajectory lines for a trailerhitch
Zoom: zoom in/out
The camera can help make hitching a trailer eas-ier by showing the "line" that the trailer hitch willtake toward the trailer.
1.Tap Towbar (1).
>The trajectory lines will be displayed andthe trajectory lines for the vehicle will dis-appear.
2.Tap Zoom (2) for a close-up view.
>The camera will zoom in.
Trajectory lines for the trailer hitch and the vehi-cle cannot be shown at the same time.

Front and rear sensor fields
If the vehicle is also equipped with the optionalPark Assist system, this information will be dis-played on the screen as colored field showingthe distance to obstacles that have beendetected.

Front and rear sensors
The screen can display colored sensor fields on the carsymbol at the right
The front and rear fields change colors (yellow-orange-red) as the vehicle moves closer to anobject.
Front/rear field col-orsDistance to the object
Yellow2.0–4.9 ft (0.6–1.5 m )
Orange1.3–2.0 ft (0.4–0.6 m)
Red0–1.3 ft (0–0.4 m)
Side sensors
The side fields will only be shown in orange.
Side field colorDistance to the object
Orange0–1.0 ft (0–0.3 m)

Related information
•Park Assist Camera (PAC)* (p. 362)
•Starting the Park Assist Camera (PAC)*(p. 366)

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.369

WARNING
•PAP does not function in all situationsand is only intended to assist the driverduring parallel or perpendicular parking.
•As the driver, you have full responsibilityfor parking the vehicle in a safe manner.

Related information
•Using Park Assist Pilot (PAP)* (p. 369)
•Park Assist Pilot (PAP)* limitations (p. 372)
•Park Assist Pilot (PAP)* symbols and mes-sages (p. 374)
Using Park Assist Pilot (PAP)*
Park Assist Pilot (PAP) gives the driver instruc-tions during the parking procedure. The functioncan also assist when leaving a parking space.
NOTE
While PAP is active, the driver's task is to:
•carefully monitor the area around thevehicle
•follow the instructions provided in thecenter display
•select a gear (D or R) when prompted
•regulate the vehicle's speed
•apply the brakes when necessary andstop the vehicle
Symbols, images and text in the center displayindicate when the various steps in the parkingprocedure will be carried out.
PAP can be activated if the following conditionsare met after the engine has started:
•The vehicle may not be towing a trailer.
•The vehicle's speed must be below approx.20 mph (30 km/h).
•The distance between the vehicle and aparking space must be between 1.6-5.0 ft(0.5-1.5 m)
NOTE
If a trailer hitch is configured in the vehicle'selectrical system, PAP will take the trailerhitch into consideration when determining thenecessary size of a parking space.

Parking
Procedure for parking:
1. The system searches for and measures apossible parking space.
2. The vehicle is steered while it is backing intothe parking space.
3. The vehicle's position is adjusted in the park-ing space by moving forward and rearward.

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Heavy load uphill
A heavy load, such as a trailer, can cause thevehicle to roll backward when the parking brakeis released automatically on a steep incline. Tohelp avoid this:
1. Keep the electric parking brake controlpushed in.
2. While pressing the accelerator pedal to pullaway, release the parking brake control onlyafter the vehicle begins to move.

Parking brake settings
Automatically setting the parking brake can beturned on or off in the center display's Top view.
1.Tap Settings in Top view.
2.Tap My CarElectric Parking Brake anddeselect Auto Activate Parking Brake.

Related information
•Parking brake (p. 382)
•Parking brake malfunctions (p. 384)
•Auto-hold brake function (p. 379)
Parking brake malfunctions
If it has not been possible to apply or release theparking brake after several attempts, consult atrained and authorized Volvo service technicianor retailer.
An audible signal will sound if the parking brakeis applied when the vehicle is being driven. If thevehicle must be parked while the parking brake isnot functioning properly:
•Put the gear selector in P.
•If the vehicle is pointing uphill, turn the frontwheels so that they point away from the curb.
•If the vehicle is pointing downhill, turn thefront wheels so that they point toward thecurb.
•Put the gear selector in P.
Low battery charge level
If the battery is discharged, the parking brakecannot be operated. Connect an auxiliary batteryto the vehicle.

Replacing brake pads
The rear brake pads have to be replaced by atrained and authorized Volvo service techniciandue to the design of the electric parking brake.
Symbols in the instrument panel
SymbolExplanation
A
B
If the symbol flashes, a parkingbrake fault has been detected.See the message in the instru-ment panel.
A
B
Fault in the brake system.
AUS modelsBCanadian models

Related information
•Using the parking brake (p. 382)
•Using the parking brake (p. 382)
•Brake functions (p. 378)
•Jump starting (p. 395)

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Driving through standing water
The vehicle should be driven with extreme cau-tion if it is necessary to drive through standingwater.
The vehicle can be driven through water up to adepth approximately level with the floor at walk-ing speed to help prevent water from enteringthe differential and/or the transmission or dam-aging electrical components.
•If possible, check the depth of the waterbefore driving through it. Take particular carewhen driving through flowing water.
•Before driving through water, always selectthe Off Road drive mode to ensure that thegasoline engine is running and to maximizeground clearance.
•After driving through water, apply the brakesand check that they are functioning correctly.
•Clean the electrical connections for trailerwiring after driving in mud or water.
•When driving through water, maintain lowspeed and do not stop in the water.

CAUTION
•Damage may occur to the engine, trans-mission, electrical components, etc. if thevehicle is driven through water higherthan its floor level. Be aware that wavescreated by other vehicles could cause thelevel to temporarily be above the vehicle'sfloor level.
•Damage to any components due to waterabove the floor level, vapor lock or insuffi-cient oil is not covered under warranty.
•If the engine has been stopped while thevehicle is in water, do not attempt torestart it. Have the vehicle towed out ofthe water and inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.

WARNING
•Avoid driving through standing or rushingwater. Doing so can be dangerous and itmay also be difficult to determine theactual depth of the water.
•If water cannot be avoided, after drivingthrough the water, press lightly on thebrake pedal to ensure that the brakes arefunctioning normally. Water or mud canmake the brake linings slippery, resultingin delayed braking effect.

Related information
•Towing recommendations (p. 389)
Overheating the engine andtransmission
In demanding driving conditions, such as whentransporting heavy loads, driving in mountainousareas or in very hot weather there is a risk ofoverheating the engine or transmission.
•The engine's output may be slightly limited ifthere is a risk of overheating.
•Remove e.g., auxiliary lights mounted in frontof the grille in hot weather.
•If the temperature of the engine coolantbecomes too high, the warning symbol willilluminate and the message Enginetemperature/Stop safely will be displayed.Stop the vehicle as soon as possible in asafe place and let the engine idle for severalminutes.
•If the message Engine temperature/Hightemperature Turn off engine or Enginecoolant/Stop safely is displayed, stopsafely and turn off the engine.
•If the transmission begins to overheat, analternative gear shifting program will beselected. An integrated protective functionwill also by activated, the warning symbol willilluminate and the message TransmissionwarmHigh temperature Reduce speedor Transmission warmStop safely, waitfor cooling will be displayed in the instru-ment panel.

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•The air conditioning may be switched offtemporarily.
•After a prolonged period of driving, do notturn off the engine immediately after stop-ping.
•The engine cooling fan commonly continuesto run for several minutes after the enginehas been turned off.

WARNING
The cooling fan (located at the front of theengine compartment, behind the radiator) maystart or continue to operate (for up to6 minutes) after the engine has beenswitched off.

Related information
•Driving with a trailer (p. 397)
•Before a long distance trip (p. 385)
Winter driving
Check your vehicle before the approach of coldweather.
The following advice is worth noting:
•Make sure that the engine coolant contains50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture willreduce freeze protection. This gives protec-tion against freezing down to –31 °F(–35 °C). The use of "recycled" antifreeze isnot approved by Volvo. Different types ofantifreeze must not be mixed.
•Volvo recommends using only genuine Volvoantifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
•Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – thishelps prevent the formation of condensationin the tank. In addition, in extremely coldweather conditions it is worthwhile to addfuel line de-icer before refueling.
•The viscosity of the engine oil is important.Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improvescold-weather starting as well as decreasingfuel consumption while the engine is warm-ing up. Full synthetic 0W-30 oil is recom-mended for driving in areas with sustainedlow temperatures.
•The load placed on the battery is greater dur-ing the winter since the windshield wipers,lighting, etc., are used more often. Moreover,the capacity of the battery decreases as thetemperature drops. In very cold weather, apoorly charged battery can freeze and be
damaged. It is therefore advisable to checkthe state of charge more frequently andspray an anti-rust oil on the battery posts.
•Volvo recommends the use of snow tires onall four wheels for winter driving.
•To prevent the washer fluid reservoir fromfreezing, add washer solvents containingantifreeze. This is important since dirt is oftensplashed on the windshield during winterdriving, requiring the frequent use of thewashers and wipers. Volvo Washer Solventshould be diluted as follows: Down to 14 °F(–10 °C): 1 part washer solvent and 4 partswater Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part washersolvent and 3 parts water Down to 0 °F(–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and 2 partswater Down to –18 °F (–28 °C): 1 partwasher solvent and 1 part water.
•Use Volvo Teflon Lock Spray in the locks.
•Avoid using de-icing sprays as they cancause damage to the locks.

Related information
•Snow tires and chains (p. 485)

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Driving with a trailer
When towing a trailer, always observe the legalrequirements of the state/province.
•All Volvo models are equipped with energy-absorbing shock-mounted bumpers. Trailerhitch installation should not interfere with theproper operation of this bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any par-ticular problems, but take into consideration:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended fullpressure.
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing heavytrailers during the first 620 miles (1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject toincreased loads. Therefore, engine coolanttemperature should be closely watched whendriving in hot climates or hilly terrain. Use alower gear and turn off the air conditioner ifthe temperature gauge needle enters the redrange.
•If the automatic transmission begins to over-heat, a message will be displayed in the textwindow.
•Avoid overload and other abusive operation.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durability,and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes withthe towing vehicle brakes to provide a safestop (check and observe state/local regula-tions).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake systemdirectly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance isrequired.
•Remove the ball holder when the hitch is notbeing used.

NOTE
•When parking the vehicle with a trailer ona hill, apply the parking brake before put-ting the gear selector in P. Always followthe trailer manufacturer's recommenda-tions for wheel chocking.
•When starting on a hill, put the gearselector in D before releasing the parkingbrake.
•If you use the manual (Geartronic) shiftpositions while towing a trailer, make surethe gear you select does not put toomuch strain on the engine (using toohigh a gear).
•The drawbar assembly/trailer hitch maybe rated for trailers heavier than the vehi-cle is designed to tow. Please adhere toVolvo's recommended trailer weights.
•Avoid driving with a trailer on inclines ofmore than 15%.