2018 VOLVO V90 warning

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Start battery
The vehicle has a single-pole electrical system that uses the chassis and engine mount as con-ductors. The start battery is used to start the electrical system and power the starter motor and otherelectrical equipment in the vehicle. The start battery should only be replaced by a workshop 18
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The vehicle has a voltage-regulated alternating current generator. The starter battery is a 12 V battery, designed for the carbon dioxide reducing functions Start/Stopand regenerative charging, and to support thefunctionality of the car's different systems. The service life and performance of the start bat- tery are affected by factors such as driving style,driving conditions, climate, battery discharges,number of starts, etc.
• Never disconnect the start battery while theengine is running.
• Make sure the cables to the start battery arecorrectly connected and the clamps aresecurely tightened.
WARNING
•Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which is flammable and explosive.
• Do not connect the jumper cable to anypart of the fuel system or to any movingparts. Avoid touching hot manifolds.
• Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do notallow battery fluid to contact eyes, skin,fabrics or painted surfaces.
• If contact occurs, flush the affected areaimmediately with water. Obtain medicalhelp immediately if eyes are affected.
• Never expose the battery to open flameor electric spark. Do not smoke near thebattery. Failure to follow the instructionsfor jump starting can lead to injury.
Connection points
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING Battery posts, terminals, and related accesso- ries contain lead and lead compounds, chemi-cals known to the state of California to causecancer and reproductive harm. Wash handsafter handling. Use the vehicle's connection points in the engine compartment to connect an external start batteryor battery charger. The battery terminals on the car's starter battery in the luggage/cargo area must
not be used.
If the start battery is being charged, the support battery will also be charged.
Positive connection point
Negative connection point
17 An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
18 An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.

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CAUTION
Only a modern battery charger with controlled charge voltage should be used to charge thestarter battery and support battery. The rapidcharging function should not be used as thiscould damage the battery.
CAUTION
Failure to observe the following could cause the infotainment energy save mode to tempo-rarily stop working and/or a message in thedriver's display regarding the state of chargeof the starter battery may be temporarilyincorrect after an external starter battery orbattery charger has been connected:
• The negative battery terminal of the vehi- cle's starter battery must
never be used
to connect an external starter battery orbattery charger – only the vehicle's neg-
ative charging point should be used as
a grounding point.
NOTE
If the starter battery becomes discharged too many times, it will shorten its service life. The service life of the starter battery is affec- ted by several factors, such as driving condi-tions and climate. The starting capacity of thebattery reduces gradually over time. The bat-tery must therefore be recharged if the vehi-cle is not used or a long period of time or if itis only driven short distances. Severe cold fur-ther limits the starting capacity. To keep the starter battery in a good condi- tion, the vehicle should be driven at least15 minutes per week or the battery should beconnected to a battery charger with automatictrickle charging. A starter battery that is always kept fully charged has the maximum service life.
Location
The start battery is located in the cargo compartment.
WARNING
If the starter battery is disconnected, the func- tion for automatic opening and closing mustbe reset to function correctly. A reset isrequired in order for the pinch protection towork.
CAUTION
On certain models, the battery is secured with a tensioning strap. Make sure that the ten-sioning strap is always securely tightened.

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NOTE
If the starter battery is discharged to the extent that the vehicle does not have normalelectrical functions and the engine must thenbe jump-started with an external battery or abattery charger, the Start/Stop function mayremain activated. If the Start/Stop functionshortly thereafter auto-stops the engine, thereis a huge risk that auto-start of the engine willfail due to insufficient battery capacity sincethe battery had not had time to recharge. If the vehicle has been jump-started or if there has not been enough time for the bat-tery to be charged with a battery charger, it isadvisable to temporarily deactivate theStart/Stop function until the battery has beenrecharged by the vehicle. At an ambient tem-perature of about +15°C (about 60°F), thebattery must be charged by the vehicle for atleast one hour. At lower ambient tempera-tures, the charging time can increase to3-4 hours. It is advisable to charge the batterywith an external battery charger.
Specifications
Voltage (V) 12 Cold start capacityA
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CCA B
(A) 170
Dimensions, L×W×H150×90×130 mm
(5.9×3.5×5.1 inches)
Capacity (Ah) 10
A According to EN standard.
B Cold Cranking Amperes.
CAUTION
When replacing the starter battery or support battery, an AGM 20
battery must be installed.
Related information
• Start battery (p. 589)
• Start/Stop function (p. 424)
• Battery symbols (p. 593)
Battery symbols
There are warning symbols and information on the batteries.
Wear protective goggles.
See the Owner's Manual for additional information.
Keep batteries away from children.
Batteries contain corrosive acid.
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Avoid smoking, open
flames, and/or sparks.
Risk of explosion.
Recycle properly.
NOTE
A used start battery or backup battery con- tains lead and must be recycled in an environ-mentally responsible manner.
Related information
• Start battery (p. 589)
• Support battery (p. 592)
Fuses and fuseboxes
All electrical functions and components are pro- tected by a number of fuses in order to protectthe vehicle's electrical system from damage byshort circuiting or overloading.
WARNING
Never use a foreign object or a fuse with a higher amperage than that specified toreplace a fuse. This could cause significantdamage to the electrical system and possiblylead to a fire.
If any electrical component or function is not responding, the component may have blown afuse due to temporary overload. If the same fuseblows repeatedly, there may be a problem withthe component. Volvo recommends contacting anauthorized Volvo workshop to have the compo-nent checked.
Location of fuseboxes
The illustration is generic - appearance may vary accord- ing to vehicle model.
Engine compartment
Under the glove compartment
Trunk/cargo compartment
Related information
• Replacing fuses (p. 595)
• Fuses in the cargo compartment (p. 602)
• Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 596)
• Fuses under the glove compartment (p. 599)

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Replacing fuses All electrical functions and components are pro- tected by a number of fuses in order to protectthe vehicle's electrical system from damage byshort circuiting or overloading.
1. Refer to the fuse diagram to locate the fuse.
2. Pull out the fuse and examine it from theside to determine if the curved metal wire in the fuse is intact.
3. If the wire is broken, replace the fuse with a new fuse of the same color and amperage.
WARNING
Never use a foreign object or a fuse with a higher amperage than that specified toreplace a fuse. This could cause significantdamage to the electrical system and possiblylead to a fire.
WARNING
Contact an authorized Volvo workshop for assistance replacing fuses not listed in theOwner's Manual. If performed incorrectly, sig-nificant damage can be caused to the electri-cal system.
Related information
• Fuses and fuseboxes (p. 594)
• Fuses in the cargo compartment (p. 602) •
Fuses in the engine compartment (p. 596)
• Fuses under the glove compartment (p. 599)

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WARNING
•Never use more than one inlay mat at a time on the driver's floor. If any other typeof floor mat is used, remove the originalmat from the driver's seat floor beforedriving. All types of mats must be securelyanchored in the attachment points in thefloor. Make sure the floor mat does notimpede the movement of the brake pedalor accelerator pedal in any way, as thiscould be a serious safety hazard.
• Volvo's floor mats are specially manufac-tured for your vehicle. They must be prop-erly secured in the attachment points inthe floor to help ensure they cannot slideand become trapped under the pedals.
After vacuuming, a specially designed textilecleaning agent should be used to remove stainson floor mats. Floor mats should be cleaned withproducts recommended by Volvo retailers.
Related information
• Cleaning the interior (p. 606)
• Cleaning the center display (p. 606)
• Cleaning fabric upholstery and ceiling liner(p. 608)
• Cleaning the seat belt (p. 608)
• Cleaning leather upholstery (p. 609) •
Cleaning the leather steering wheel(p. 610)
• Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood sur-faces (p. 611)
Cleaning leather upholstery
Only use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly andtreat stains immediately for best results. It isimportant to vacuum before using a cleaningagent.
Leather upholstery *Volvo's leather upholstery is treated to protect its original appearance. Over time, sunlight, grease,dirt, etc. could break down the protective layer.This could result in scratches and cracking. Leather upholstery is a natural product that changes and acquires a beautiful patina overtime. Regular cleaning and treatments arerequired to preserve the qualities and color of theleather. Volvo offers a comprehensive product,Volvo Leather Care Kit/Wipes, for cleaning andtreating leather upholstery that, when used asdirected, preserves the leather's protective coa-ting. For best results, Volvo recommends cleaning and applying protective cream one to four times ayear (or more as needed). Volvo Leather Care Kit951 0251 and Volvo Leather Softener 9437429 are available for purchase at Volvo retailers.

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Wash using a sponge, car washing detergent and plenty of lukewarm water.
• Clean the wiper blades with lukewarm soapsolution or car washing detergent.
• Dry the vehicle using a clean, soft chamois ora squeegee. Try not to let drops of water dryin strong sunlight. This could cause waterdrying stains that may need to be polishedout.
• In areas with heavy industrial emissions,more frequent washing of the vehicle's exte-rior is recommended.
• Tar spots from asphalt may remain even afterwashing. Use a tar remover to remove thesespots after washing the vehicle.
WARNING
Always entrust engine washing to a workshop. If the engine is hot, there is a risk of fire.
CAUTION
Dirty headlights do not work as well. Clean them regularly, e.g. when refueling. Do not use corrosive cleaners. Use water and a non-abrasive sponge.
NOTE
Exterior lighting such as headlights and tail- lights may develop temporary condensationon the inside of the lens. This is normal. Allexterior lighting is designed to resist this.Condensation is normally vented out of thelamp housing once the light has been lit forsome period of time.
CAUTION
• Make sure that the panoramic roof and sun shade are closed before washing thevehicle.
• Never use abrasive polishing agents onthe panoramic roof.
• Never use wax on the rubber sealsaround the panoramic roof.
CAUTION
Remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills after washing thevehicle.
Related information
• Cleaning the exterior (p. 611)
• Polishing and waxing (p. 612)
• Automatic car washes (p. 614)
• High-pressure washing (p. 615) •
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 615)
• Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 616)
• Cleaning rims (p. 617)
• Corrosion protection (p. 617)

SPECIFICATIONS
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Fuel tank volumeThe fuel tank's refillable volume is shown in the table below.
AWDOther models
Liter (approx.) 60 55
US gallons (approx.) 15.9 14.5
Related information
• Refueling (p. 433)
• Octane rating (p. 435)
Air conditioning specifications
The climate system in the vehicle uses a freon- free R134a refrigerant. For information regardingthe refrigerant, refer to the decal located on theinside of the hood.
The prescribed grades and volumes for fluids and lubricants in the air conditioning system areshown in the tables below.
A/C Decal
Decal for R134a
Refrigerant
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
WeightPrescribed grade
700 g (1.54 lbs) R134a
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains the refrigerant R134a under pressure. Serviceand repairs to the system should only be doneby an authorized workshop.
Compressor oil
VolumePrescribed grade
60 ml (2.03 fl. oz.) PAG SP-A2
Evaporator
CAUTION
The A/C system evaporator must never be repaired or replaced with a previously usedevaporator. The new evaporator must be certi-fied and labeled in accordance with SAEJ2842.
Related information
• Climate control system service (p. 576)