2018 VOLVO XC90 T8 Owner´s Manual

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Charging the hybrid battery In addition to the conventional fuel tank, your vehicle is also equipped with a rechargeablelithium-ion hybrid battery.
The hybrid battery can be recharged using the charging cable stored in a storage space in thecargo compartment.
WARNING
The hybrid electrical system in your vehicle uses high voltage electrical current. Any dam-age to this system or to the hybrid batterymay result in the danger of overheating, fire,or serious injury. If the vehicle is involved in acollision or subjected to flooding, fire, etc.,have it inspected by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician. Prior to this inspec-tion, the vehicle should be parked outdoors ata safe distance from any building or poten-tially flammable materials.
The hybrid battery's charging time depends on the charging current used.
NOTE
The capacity of the hybrid battery diminishes somewhat with age and use, which couldresult in increased use of the gasoline engineand consequently, slightly higher fuel con-sumption.
WARNING
If the hybrid battery needs to be replaced, this may only be done by Volvo retailer or author-ized Volvo workshop.
Charging cable handle and charging socket.
Charging status is indicated in three ways: • The indicator lights in the charging module (the unit connected to the wall outlet).
• Indicator light in the vehicle's chargingsocket.
• Images and text in the instrument panel.
The hybrid battery's charging process alsocharges the vehicle's start battery. If the hybrid battery's temperature is below -10 ºC (14 ºF) or above 40 ºC (104 ºF), some of
the vehicle's functions may be reduced or not available at all. The electric motor cannot be used if the battery'stemperature is too low or too high. If the PUREdrive mode is selected, the gasoline engine willstart.
Charging using the gasoline engine
The vehicle generates electrical current to charge the battery, e.g. when the driver lightly presses the brakepedal or when engine braking is used on downgrades.
The vehicle can also generate current to the hybrid battery to charge it.
• The hybrid battery can also be recharged bylightly depressing the brake pedal, i.e. duringlight braking. This converts the vehicle'skinetic energy to electrical energy, which isused to charge the hybrid battery.
• In gear position
B, the electric motor brakes
the vehicle when the accelerator pedal is

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• The combustion engine can also helprecharge the hybrid battery.
Related information
• Charge cable (p. 409)
• Charging current (p. 408)
• Opening and closing the charging socketcover (p. 411)
• Initiating hybrid battery charging (p. 412)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)
• Charging status in the charging cable'scharging module (p. 415)
• Charging status in the vehicle's chargingsocket (p. 414)
• Charging status in the instrument panel(p. 416)
• Twin Engine symbols and messages in theinstrument panel (p. 419)
• Gear selector positions for automatic trans-missions (p. 439)
• Changing drive mode (p. 449)
• Long-term storage of vehicles with hybridbatteries (p. 421)
Charging current Charging current is used to charge the hybrid battery and precondition the vehicle. Charging isperformed by connecting a charging cablebetween the vehicle's charging socket and a120/240 V electrical socket (alternating cur-rent).
When the charging cable is activated, a message will be displayed in the instrument panel and anindicator light in the vehicle's charging socket willilluminate. Charging current is primarily used forbattery charging, but is also used for precondi-tioning. The vehicle's start battery is chargedalong with the hybrid battery.
CAUTION
Never detach the charging cable from the 120/240 V outlet (AC, alternating current)while charging is in progress – the120/240 V outlet could be damaged in suchcircumstances. Always interrupt charging firstand then disconnect the charging cable – firstfrom the vehicle's charging socket and thenfrom the 120/240 V outlet.
NOTE
• In extremely cold or hot weather, part of the charging current is used to heat/coolthe hybrid battery and the passengercompartment, resulting in a longer charg-ing time.
• The charging time is longer if precondi-tioning has been selected. The timerequired depends primarily on the ambi-ent temperature.
There are normally several 120/240 V power consumers in one fuse circuit, which means thatmore than one power consumer (e.g. lighting,vacuum cleaner, electric drill, etc.) may use thesame fuse.
Related information
•Charge cable (p. 409)
• Charging status in the instrument panel(p. 416)
• Charging status in the vehicle's chargingsocket (p. 414)
• Starting and stopping preconditioning(p. 231)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)

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Charge cable The charging cable is used to recharge your vehicle's hybrid battery.
The charging cable is stored in a storage compartment under the cargo compartment floor.
WARNING
Only use the charging cable provided with your vehicle or a replacement cable pur-chased from a Volvo retailer.
Specifications, charging cable
Compliance SAE J1772 Ambient tempera- ture-32
ºC to 50 ºC (-25 ºF
till 122 ºF)
WARNING
• The charging cable must be grounded when in use. It is equipped with a cordwith a grounding conductor and agrounding plug. The plug must beinserted into an appropriate outlet that isproperly installed and grounded inaccordance with all local codes and ordi-nances and is not damaged in any way.
• Children should be supervised when inthe vicinity of the charging cable when itis plugged in.
• High voltage is present in your electricmeter housing and power distributionservice panel. Contact with high voltagecan cause death or serious personalinjury.
• Do not use the charging cable if it isdamaged in any way. A damaged or mal-functioning charging cable may only berepaired by a workshop – a authorizedVolvo workshop is recommended.
• Always position the charging cable sothat it will not be driven over, stepped on,tripped over or otherwise damaged, orcause personal injury.
• Disconnect the charger from the wall out-let before cleaning it.
• Never connect the charging cable to an extension cord or a multiple plug socket.
Also, refer to the manufacturer's instructions for using the charging cable and its compo-nents.
CAUTION
Power strips, extension cords, surge protec- tors or similar devices must not be usedtogether with the charging cable since thismay involve a risk of fire, electric shocks, etc. An adapter may not be used between the 120/240 V outlet (AC, alternating current)and the charging cable.
CAUTION
Never detach the charging cable from the 120/240 V outlet (AC, alternating current)while charging is in progress – the120/240 V outlet could be damaged in suchcircumstances. Always interrupt charging firstand then disconnect the charging cable – firstfrom the vehicle's charging socket and thenfrom the 120/240 V outlet.

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CAUTION
Wipe the charging cable with a clean cloth lightly moistened with water or a mild deter-gent. Do not use chemicals or solvents. Donot submerge the charging cable. The charging cable and its components should not be rinsed or immersed in water.
CAUTION
Avoid exposing the charging module and its plug to direct sunlight. In such cases, theoverheating protection in the plug couldreduce or cut off charging of the hybrid bat-tery.
Charging cable components
Charge module
240 V adapter clip
240 V adapter
Charge coupler
Release button
Related information
•Charging cable residual current device (p. 410)
• Charging cable temperature monitoring(p. 411)
• Charging the hybrid battery (p. 407)
• Charging status in the charging cable'scharging module (p. 415)
Charging cable residual currentdevice The charging cable has a circuit breaker that helps protect against current overloads and ther-mal overheating.
If the charging cable's residual current device is triggered, the blue indicator light in the chargingmodule will not illuminate when the chargingcable is plugged into an electrical outlet (or thered warning light will glow steadily). Have the out-let checked by a licensed electrician or try usinganother wall outlet.
WARNING
Charging the hybrid battery may only be done from approved, grounded 120-/240 V outlets(AC, alternating current). If the electrical cir-cuit or electrical socket's capacity is notknown, let a licensed electrician inspect theelectrical circuit's capacity. Using a chargelevel that exceeds the electrical circuit's orelectrical outlet's capacity may start a fire ordamage the electrical circuit.

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WARNING
•The charging cable's residual current breaker 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.
Related information
• Charge cable (p. 409)
• Charging status in the charging cable'scharging module (p. 415)
Charging cable temperaturemonitoring
To help ensure the vehicle's hybrid battery is reli- ably charged each time it is connected, chargingis stopped if the temperature in the chargingcable becomes too high and reaches a criticallimit.
CAUTION
If charging is often inadvertently interrupted, have the charging cable and the vehicle'scharging system inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.
Related information
• Charge cable (p. 409)
Opening and closing the chargingsocket cover
The cover for the hybrid battery's charging socket opens manually.
Unlock the vehicle using the remote key.
Press in the rear edge of the charger door and release.
Open the door.
Remove the charging socket's protective cover and secure it in the holder on theinside of the charger door. Make sure thecover's rubber stopper is bent downward toprevent the cover from falling out of theholder.

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CAUTION
Make sure the charging socket's protective cover is positioned so it does not damage thepaint (in e.g., windy conditions).
Perform the following steps in reverse to close the charger door.
NOTE
Since the hatch is locked during driving, the vehicle must be unlocked again to be able toopen the hatch.
Related information
•Initiating hybrid battery charging (p. 412)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)
• Charging the hybrid battery (p. 407)
Initiating hybrid battery charging
The hybrid battery is charged by connecting a charging cable between the vehicle and a120/240 V outlet (alternating current). Only use the charging cable supplied with the car or a replacement cable recommended byVolvo.
CAUTION
Never connect the charging cable if there is a risk of a thunderstorm or there is lightning.
WARNING
• The charging cable must be grounded when in use. It is equipped with a cordwith a grounding conductor and agrounding plug. The plug must beinserted into an appropriate outlet that isproperly installed and grounded inaccordance with all local codes and ordi-nances and is not damaged in any way.
• Children should be supervised when inthe vicinity of the charging cable when itis plugged in.
• High voltage is present in your electricmeter housing and power distributionservice panel. Contact with high voltagecan cause death or serious personalinjury.
• Do not use the charging cable if it isdamaged in any way. A damaged or mal-functioning charging cable may only berepaired by a workshop – a authorizedVolvo workshop is recommended.
• Always position the charging cable sothat it will not be driven over, stepped on,tripped over or otherwise damaged, orcause personal injury.

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•Disconnect the charger from the wall out- let before cleaning it.
• Never connect the charging cable to anextension cord or a multiple plug socket.
Also, refer to the manufacturer's instructions for using the charging cable and its compo-nents.
CAUTION
Make sure that the 120/240 V outlet (AC, alternating current) has a power capacity suf-ficient for charging electric vehicles. If you areuncertain of the capacity, have the outletchecked by a licensed electrician.
Take out the charging cable from the storage compartment under the cargo area. Note that the ignition must be switched off completely beforecharging.
Plug the charging cable into a 120/240 V outlet. Never use an extension cord.
Open the charger door and remove the charging socket's protective cover. Push thecharging handle all the way into the vehicle'ssocket.3. The charging cable handle will lock into
place and charging will begin within5 seconds. When charging starts, the greenLED light in the charging socket will begin toflash. The approximate remaining chargingtime or the charging status will be displayedin the instrument panel. Charging may be temporarily interrupted if the vehicle is unlocked:
• and a door is open
‒ charging will restart
within a few minutes.
• if no door is opened
‒ the vehicle will
automatically relock. Charging will resumeafter 1 minute.
CAUTION
Never detach the charging cable from the 120/240 V outlet (AC, alternating current)while charging is in progress – the120/240 V outlet could be damaged in suchcircumstances. Always interrupt charging firstand then disconnect the charging cable – firstfrom the vehicle's charging socket and thenfrom the 120/240 V outlet.
During charging, condensation from the air con- ditioning may form under the vehicle. This is nor-mal and is caused by the hybrid battery cooling.

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Related information
•Charging the hybrid battery (p. 407)
• Opening and closing the charging socket cover (p. 411)
• Charging status in the vehicle's chargingsocket (p. 414)
• Charging status in the instrument panel(p. 416)
• Charging status in the charging cable'scharging module (p. 415)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)
Charging status in the vehicle'scharging socket
The charging status is indicated by an LED light in the charging socket.
Location of the LED indicator light in the vehicle's charging socket.
The LED indicator light shows the current charge status during charging. If the LED indicator lightis not illuminated, check to make sure the cableis securely connected in the wall outlet and in theoutlet in the vehicle. A white, red or yellow lightilluminates when the passenger compartmentlighting is activated and will remain illuminated fora short time after the passenger compartmentlighting has gone out.
LED indicatorlight's colorMeaning
White Courtesy light. Yellow Wait modeA
– waiting for
charging to start.
Flashing green Charging is in progress B
.
Green Charging completed C
.
Red Malfunction.
A E.g. after a door has been opened or if the charging cable han- dle is not locked in place.
B The more slowly the light flashes, the closer the battery is tobeing fully charged.
C The light will go out after a short time.
Related information
• Charging the hybrid battery (p. 407)
• Charging status in the instrument panel (p. 416)
• Charging status in the charging cable'scharging module (p. 415)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)