2018 VOLVO XC90 T8 towing

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STARTING AND DRIVING
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478
WARNING
No person or object should be behind the tow truck when the vehicle is lifted onto the bedof the truck.
Related information
• Attaching and removing the towing eyelet (p. 476)
HomeLink®
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HomeLink ®
11
is a programmable remote control,
integrated in the vehicle electrical system, that can control up to three different devices (e.g.garage door opener, alarm system, outdoor andindoor lighting, etc.) and thereby replace theremote controls for these.
General
The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
Button 1
Button 2
Button 3
Indicator light HomeLink
®
is delivered integrated in the rearview
mirror. The HomeLink ®
panel consists of three
programmable buttons and an indicator light in the mirror. For more information about HomeLink ®
, please
visit www.HomeLink.com, www.youtube.com/ HomeLinkGentex or call 1-800-355-3515. Save the original remote controls for future pro- gramming (e.g. for use in another vehicle). It isalso advisable to delete the button programmingif the vehicle is sold.
Related information
• Using HomeLink (p. 480)
• Programming HomeLink ®
* (p. 479)
• Type approval for HomeLink ®
* (p. 481)
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Certain markets only.
11 HomeLink and the HomeLink house symbol are registered trademarks of Gentex Corporation.

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WHEELS AND TIRES
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Related information
• Recommended tire pressure (p. 559)
• Adjusting tire pressure (p. 558)
• Calibrating the tire pressure monitoring sys- tem
* (p. 561)
• Viewing tire pressure status in the centerdisplay
* (p. 562)
• Tire pressure monitoring system
* (p. 559)
• Inflate tires with the compressor included in the tire sealing system (p. 577)
When changing wheels
The wheels can be changed, e.g. to switch to snow tires or spare tires. Follow the applicableinstructions for removing and installing thewheel.
Changing to tires of another dimensionMake sure that the tire dimension is approved for use on the vehicle. If you change to tires of another dimension, con- tact an authorized Volvo workshop to update thevehicle's software. A software update may benecessary when changing to tires of larger/smaller dimensions or when changing to or fromsnow tires.
Related information
• Removing a wheel (p. 566)
• Installing a wheel (p. 568)
• Tool kit (p. 564)
• Snow tires (p. 571)
• Spare wheel (p. 569)
• Wheel bolts (p. 565)
Tool kit Tools for e.g. towing or changing wheels are provided in the vehicle's cargo compartment.
The foam block under the cargo compartment floor contains the towing eyelet, the tire sealingsystem, the tool for removing plastic wheel boltcovers and the tool for removing the lockingwheel bolts. If the vehicle is equipped with a spare wheel
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, a
jack, lug wrench, and a package with disposable gloves and a bag for the damagedwheel are also provided.
Related information
• When changing wheels (p. 564)
• Jack
* (p. 565)
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Not available on all models.

WHEELS AND TIRES
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1. Turn on the vehicle's hazard warning flashers
if a wheel change must be performed in an area with traffic.
2. Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P.
For vehicles with
Leveling Control* : If the
vehicle is equipped with pneumatic suspen- sion, this must be switched off before the vehicle is lifted with the jack *.
3. Take out the jack *, lug wrench * and tool for
removing the plastic covers, which are stowed in the foam block.
Tool for removing the plastic covers on the wheel bolts.
4. Place chocks in front of and behind the wheels that are still on the ground. For exam- ple, use heavy wooden blocks or largestones. 5.
Using the lug wrench *, screw the towing eye
into place as far as possible according to theinstructions.
CAUTION
The towing eyelet must be screwed into the lug wrench * as far as possible.
6. Remove the plastic covers from the wheel
bolts using the designated tool.
7. With the vehicle still on the ground, use the lug wrench/towing eye to loosen the wheel bolts ½-1 turn by pressing downward (coun-terclockwise). 8. When hoisting the vehicle, it is important that
the jack * or garage lift arms are positioned
on the designated points under the vehicle.The triangle markings on the plastic coverindicate where the jack attachment points/lifting points are located. There are two jackattachment points on each side of the vehi-cle. There is a groove for the jack at eachattachment point.
9. Position the jack under the attachment point being used, ensuring that the surface is firm, flat and not slippery.

WHEELS AND TIRES
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Determining the vehicle's permittedweight
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maxi- mum return of vehicle design performance.
Weight designationsBefore loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining yourvehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer,from the vehicle's Federal/Canadian Motor Vehi-cle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label, andthe vehicle's tire information placard:
Curb weight
The weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does notinclude passengers, cargo, or optional equipment.
Capacity weight
All weight added to the curb weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, tow-bar weight is also part of cargo weight.
Permissible axle weight
The maximum allowable weight that can be car- ried by a single axle (front or rear). These num-bers are shown on the Federal/Canadian MotorVehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label.The total load on each axle must never exceed itsmaximum permissible weight.
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passengers.
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement "the combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs." on your vehicle's plac-ard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that will be riding in yourvehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the available amount of cargo and luggage load capacity.For example, if the "XXX" amount equals1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. pas-sengers in your vehicle, the amount of availa-ble cargo and luggage load capacity is 650lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. Thatweight may not safely exceed the availablecargo and luggage load capacity calculatedin Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to yourvehicle. Consult this manual to determinehow this reduces the available cargo and lug-gage load capacity of your vehicle.
WARNING
• Exceeding the permissible axle weight, gross vehicle weight, or any other weightrating limits can cause tire overheatingresulting in permanent deformation orcatastrophic failure.
• Do not use replacement tires with lowerload carrying capacities than the tires thatwere original equipment on the vehiclebecause this will lower the vehicle's GVWrating. Use only tires with the correct loadcarrying capacity. Consult your Volvoretailer for information.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 586)

LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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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. 580)
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. If the vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire, this is secured to the cargo compartmentfloor under the cover. The towing eyelet and tiresealing system are located under the cargo com-partment floor.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 586)
• Grocery bag holders (p. 588)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 589)
• Installing and removing the cargo compart- ment cover
* (p. 589)
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.

SPECIFICATIONS
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Weights The following table lists important weight data for your vehicle.
CategoryUSA
(lbs)Canada(kg)
Gross vehicle weight 7-seat 6635 3010
4-seat 6140 2785
Capacity weight 7-seat 1210 550
4-seat 1000 450
Permissible axle weights, front 7-seat 3130 1420
4-seat 2975 1350
Permissible axle weights, rear 7-seat 3590 1630
4-seat 3305 1500
Curb weight 7-seat 5010–5110 2280–2360
4-seat 5180–5190 2350–2360
Max. roof load 220 100
CAUTION
•When loading the vehicle, the maximum gross vehicle weight and permissible axleweights may not be exceeded.
Related information
•Type designations (p. 654)
• Towing capacity and tongue weight (p. 660)

SPECIFICATIONS
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Towing capacity and tongue weight Towing capacity and tongue weight are shown in the tables below.
Category
USA
(lbs)Canada(kg)
Max. trailer weights Without brakes:
1650 750
With brakes (AWD): 5000 2250
Max. tongue weight AWD:
500 225
CAUTION
•The maximum trailer weights listed are only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft(1,000 m) above sea level. With increas-ing altitude the engine power and there-fore the car's climbing ability are impairedbecause of the reduced air density, sothe maximum trailer weight has to bereduced accordingly. The weight of thecar and trailer must be reduced by 10%for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (orpart thereof).
Related information
•
Type designations (p. 654)
• Weights (p. 659)
• Driving with a trailer (p. 472)
• Trailer Stability Assist
* (p. 474)

INDEX
670Cooling system
overheating 468
Corner Traction Control 274
Corrosion protection 644Covering cargo compartment 590
Crash, see Collision 42
Crash event data 33
Cross Traffic Alert – CTA 353, 354, 355, 356
Cruise control 286, 287 manage speed 287, 288
temporary deactivation 289, 290
turn off 290
CTA – Cross Traffic Alert 353, 354, 355, 356
Curb weight 659
CZIP (Clean Zone Interior Package) 206
D
Data recording 33 transferring between vehicle and work-
shop 600
Data sharing 536
Daytime running lights 154
Decals location of 654
Defrosting 220
Detection of cyclist 339
Dimensions 657
Dipstick, electronic 611
Direction of rotation 552
Display lighting 164
Distance Alert 291, 292, 293 limitations 294
DivX ®
512
Door mirrors 169, 171 compass 481, 482
dimming 170
outer 169, 171
power folding 171
resetting 171
Driveline transmission 438
Drive mode 445 changing 449
Driver Alert Control 362 operation 363, 364
Driver Alert Control limitations 364
Driver performance 92Driver profile 137 edit 139
select 138
Driver support system 272
Drive systems 443Driving cooling system 468
with a trailer 472
Driving economy 456
Driving through standing water 462 driving with a trailer towball load 660
towing capacity 660
E
Economical driving 456
Electrical outlet 582
use 584
Electrical system 615 Electric drive motor specifications 661
electric motor 443 Driving 457
Range 458
Electric parking brake 432