2018 VOLVO XC90 Owner´s Manual

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Related information
•Electrical outlets (p. 560)
• Using the glove compartment (p. 563)
• Sun visors (p. 564)
• Tunnel console (p. 559)
• Connecting a device via the USB port (p. 492)
Tunnel console The tunnel console is located between the front seats.
Storage compartment with cover
*. The cover
can be opened/closed by pressing the han- dle.
Storage compartment with a 12 V outlet and cup holders for the driver and passenger.
Storage compartment and USB port under the armrest.
Climate control panel for the rear seats * or
storage compartment.
WARNING
Store loose objects, such as cell phone, cam- era, remote control for extra equipment, etc.,in the glove compartment or another compart-ment. Otherwise, these could injure people inthe vehicle in the event of hard braking or acollision.
NOTE
One of the sensors for the alarm * is located
under the cup holder in the center console. Avoid placing coins, keys and other metalobjects in the cup holder as this could triggerthe alarm.
CAUTION
Keep in mind that glossy surfaces can be easily scratched by e.g. metal objects. Do notplace keys, phones or similar items on sensi-tive surfaces.
Related information
• Passenger compartment interior (p. 558)
• Electrical outlets (p. 560)
• Climate system controls (p. 217)

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Electrical outlets
There are two 12 V electrical outlets and one 120 V electrical outlet * in the tunnel console,
and one 12 V electrical outlet * in the trunk/cargo
compartment. If a problem occurs with an electrical socket, contact a workshop - an authorized Volvo work-shop is recommended.
12 V outlets
12 V outlet in the tunnel console, front seat.
The 12 V outlets can be used for devices intended for this such as MP3 players, coolersand cellular phones.
12 V outlet in the tunnel console, second row of seats.
12 V outlet in the cargo compartment *.
Electrical outlets in the tunnel console - rear seat *
Electrical outlet in the tunnel console, second row of seats.
The high-voltage outlet * can be used for devices
intended for this, such as chargers, laptops, etc.
High-voltage outlet status indicator
light
An LED 1
light on the outlet indicates its status:
1 LED (Light Emitting Diode)

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Status indicator lightCauseAction
Steady green light The socket is providing electrical current to a connected device. None.
Flashing orange light The socket's voltage converter is too hot (e.g. if the device draws too much cur- rent or if the temperature in the passenger compartment is very high). Unplug the device, let the voltage converter cool down and plug in the device again.
The connected device is drawing too much current (at the moment or con-stantly) or is not functioning properly. None. The device cannot be used in the socket.
Indicator light off The socket has not detected a device plugged into the socket. Make sure the device is correctly plugged into the socket.
The socket is not active. Make sure the vehicle's ignition is in at least mode I.
The socket has been active but has been deactivated. Start the engine and/or charge the start battery.
Related information
• Passenger compartment interior (p. 558)
• Using the electrical outlets (p. 562)

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Using the electrical outlets
The 12 V outlet can be used for devices intended for this such as MP3 players, coolersand cellular phones. The high-voltage outlet * can be used for devices
intended for this, such as chargers, laptops, etc.
The ignition must be in at least mode I for the
outlets to supply current. The outlets will then be active as long as there is sufficient charge in thestart battery. If the engine is turned off and the vehicle is locked, the outlets will be deactivated. If theengine is turned off and the vehicle remainsunlocked, the sockets will remain active for up to7 minutes.
NOTE
Bear in mind that using the electrical outlets when the engine is off could cause the starterbattery to have too low of a charge level,which could limit other functionality. Accessories connected to the electrical out- lets can be activated even when the vehicleelectrical system is off or if preconditioning isused. For this reason, disconnect plugs whenthey are not in use to prevent the starter bat-tery from becoming discharged.
WARNING
• Do not use accessories with large or heavy plugs – they could damage the out-let or come loose while you are driving.
• Do not use accessories that could causedisruptions to e.g. the vehicle's radioreceiver or electrical system.
• Position the accessory so that there is norisk of it injuring the driver or passengersin the event of heavy braking or a colli-sion.
• Pay attention to connected accessoriesas they can generate heat that could burnpassengers or the interior.
Using 12 V outlets1. Remove the stopper (tunnel console) or fold
down the cover (trunk/cargo compartment)over the socket and plug in the device.
2. Unplug the device and put the stopper back in (tunnel console) or fold up the cover(trunk/cargo compartment) when the socketis not in use or left unattended.
CAUTION
The maximum power is 120 W (10 A) per outlet.
Using high-voltage outletsThe ignition must be in at least mode I for outlets
to supply current. The outlets will then be active as long as there is sufficient charge in the startbattery. 1. Slide down the cover over the outlet and plug in the device. >
The LED 2
light on the outlet will indicate
its status.
2. The outlet is supplying electrical current when the light is glowing steadily green.
3. Disconnect the device by pulling out the plug (do not pull on the cord). Pull up the cover when the outlet is not in use or is left unattended.
CAUTION
The maximum power is 150 W.
WARNING
Do not attempt to alter or repair the high-volt- age outlet on your own. Volvo recommendscontacting an authorized Volvo workshop.
2LED (Light Emitting Diode)

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WARNING
•Only use accessories that are not dam- aged or malfunctioning. The accessoriesmust be designed for 120 V and 60 Hz,with plugs intended for the outlet. Theaccessories must be CE marked, ULmarked or have an equivalent safetymarking.
• New let outlets, plugs or accessoriescome into contact with water or anotherfluid. Do not touch or use the outlet if itappears damaged or has been in contactwith water or another fluid.
• Do not connect power strips, adapters orextension cords to the outlet has thiscould cause the outlet's safety functionsto malfunction.
• The outlet is equipped with a pet guard.Make sure that no one picks at or dam-ages the outlet in such a way that theguard is disabled. Children should not beleft unsupervised in the vehicle when theoutlet is active.
Failure to follow the above could lead to severe or fatal electrical shocks.
Related information
• Electrical outlets (p. 560)
• Passenger compartment interior (p. 558)
Using the glove compartment
The glove compartment is located on the pas- senger side. The glove compartment can beused to store the Owner's Manual, maps, etc.There is also room for a pen and a card holder.
Glove compartment and opening button on the center console.
The glove compartment is opened by pressing the opening button in the center console.
Locking and unlocking the glove box
The glove compartment can be locked ("private locking") when the vehicle is left at a workshop,hotel, etc. When private locking is activated, thetailgate is also locked.
Using the glove box as a cooled area *
The glove compartment can be used to cool e.g. drinks or food. Cooling is possible when the cli- mate system is active (i.e. when the ignition is in mode II or when the engine is running).
The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
Activate cooling
Deactivate cooling
–Activate or deactivate cooling by moving the control as far as possible toward the passen-ger compartment/glove compartment.
Related information
• Passenger compartment interior (p. 558)
• Private Locking (p. 264)

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Sun visors In the ceiling in front of the driver and front pas- senger, there are sun visors that can be loweredand angled to the side as necessary.
The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
The mirror lighting * comes on automatically when
the cover is lifted up. The mirror frame has a holder for e.g. cards or tickets.
Related information
• Passenger compartment interior (p. 558)
Cargo compartment The vehicle has a flexible cargo compartment that makes it possible to carry and secure largeobjects.
The cargo compartment capacity can be consid- erably increased by folding down the backrests in the second and third rows
* of seats. To make
loading and unloading easier, the rear section of the vehicle can be raised and lowered using the level control function *. Use the load anchoring
eyelets or grocery bag holders to help secure objects in place, and the retractable cargo com- partment cover * to help conceal objects in the
cargo compartment. The towing eyelet and tire sealing system, or the temporary spare tire *, are located under the
cargo compartment floor.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 564)
• Grocery bag holders (p. 566)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 567)
• Installing and removing the cargo compart-ment cover
* (p. 567)
Loading recommendations
There are a number of things to consider when carrying loads in or on the vehicle.
Load-carrying capacity is determined by the vehi- cle's curb weight. The total weight of all passen-gers and any installed accessories reduces thevehicle's load-carrying capacity by the corres-ponding amount.
WARNING
The vehicle's driving characteristics change depending on the weight and position of theload.
Loading in the trunk and cargo compartment
• Position objects so they are pressing against the rear seat backrests.
• Distribute the load evenly.
• Heavy objects should be positioned as lowas possible. Avoid placing heavy objects onfolded-down seat backrests.
• Cover sharp corners with a soft cloth or simi-lar to help prevent damage to the upholstery.
• Use the load anchoring eyelets and tension-ing straps or similar to secure all objects.

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WARNING
In a head-on collision at a speed of 50 km/h (30 mph), an unsecured object weighing 20kg (44 pounds) can reach a projectile weightequivalent to 1000 kg (2200 pounds).
WARNING
If objects are loaded higher than the upper edge of the side windows, leave a 10 cm (4in.) space between the objects and the win-dow. Objects placed closer to this couldimpede the function of the inflatable curtainconcealed inside the headlining.
WARNING
Always secure the load. Otherwise, it may shift during heavy braking and injure people in thevehicle. Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with something soft. Turn off the engine and apply the parking brake when loading/unloading long objects.Otherwise, it is possible for the load to reachthe gear lever or gear selector and move it toa drive position – which could cause the vehi-cle to begin rolling.
Extra cargo space
The rear seat backrests can be folded down to increase cargo compartment space and simplifyloading. If the rear seat backrests are folded down, make sure that no objects loaded into thevehicle prevent the WHIPS system for the frontseats from functioning correctly.
Raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle
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The rear end of the vehicle can be lowered or raised for easier loading or to facilitate attaching a trailer*.
The controls for raising/lowering are located at the rear edge of the cargo compartment's rightside panel.
Controls for raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle.
The controls consist of two buttons ‒ one button
for lowering and one button for raising the rear end. Press and hold the relevant button until thedesired height is reached. The rear end of the vehicle cannot be raised higher than its normal height. The rear end will return to the normal heightwhen the vehicle begins driving.
NOTE
It is not possible to adjust the height of the vehicle's rear when one or more of the doorsor the hood is open. This does not apply tothe tailgate.
WARNING
Make sure that no people, animals or objects are found under the vehicle when it is low-ered. This could endanger life and causedamage to the vehicle or objects.
Related information
•
Load anchoring eyelets (p. 567)
• Folding the second row backrests (p. 196)
• Roof loads and load carriers (p. 566)
• Leveling control
* and suspension (p. 432)
• Weights (p. 641)

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Roof loads and load carriers Volvo-developed load carriers are recommended for carrying loads on the roof of the vehicle.
Volvo load carriers are specially designed to help prevent damage to your vehicle and help ensuremaximum safety while driving. Volvo load carriersare available from authorized Volvo retailers. Carefully follow the installation instructions provi- ded with the load carriers. • Check periodically to ensure that the load carriers and load are properly secured.Secure the load firmly using tie straps orsimilar.
• Distribute the load evenly throughout theload carriers. Place heavier cargo at the bot-tom of the load.
• The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con-sumption increase with the size of the load.
• Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid acceleration, hardbraking and fast cornering.
WARNING
The vehicle's center of gravity and driving characteristics are altered by roof loads. Follow the vehicle's specifications regarding weights and maximum permitted load.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 564)
• Weights (p. 641)
Grocery bag holders Grocery bag holders (hooks) help keep shop- ping bags in place and prevent them from fallingover and spilling their contents in the cargocompartment.
On the sides of the cargo compartment
There are two fold-out holders in the side panels, one on each side of the cargo compartment.
CAUTION
The grocery bag holders are only intended to hold weights up to 5 kg (11 lbs).
Under the floor hatch
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There are two grocery bag holders and an elastic band
4
in the hatch in the cargo compartment
floor. The strap can be attached in four different positions. Open the hatch to access the grocery bag hold- ers. Use the provided elastic strap to secureshopping bags in a suitable position. Bags withhandles of a suitable size can also be hung onthe hooks.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 564)
• Installing and removing the cargo net
*
(p. 571)
• Installing and removing the cargo compart- ment cover
* (p. 567)
• Installing and removing the steel cargo grid
*
(p. 570)