2018 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE engine

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382Park Assist front, rear and sides
Park Assist has different parameters depending
on which part of the vehicle is approaching an
obstacle.
Back Note: This illustration is general and details may vary
depending on model.
The rear sensors will be activated if the vehicle
begins rolling backward or if reverse gear is
engaged.
The distance monitored begins
approx. 1.5 meters (5 feet) behind the vehicle.
The rear sensors will be automatically deactivated
if the vehicle is backing up with a trailer attached.
NOTE When reversing with e.g. a trailer or bike car-
rier on the trailer hitch – without Volvo original
trailer cables – the Parking Assist system may
have to be turned off manually to prevent the
sensors from reacting to these.
Side sensors
Park Assist's side sensors are automatically acti-
vated when the engine is started. They are active
at speeds below 10 km/h (6 mph).
The distance monitored begins approx. 30 cm
(1 ft) from the sides. The audible signal for obsta-
cles along the sides of the vehicle is emitted
from the side speakers.
Front camera Note: This illustration is general and details may vary
depending on model.
Park Assist's front sensors are automatically acti-
vated when the engine is started. The front sen-
sors are active at speeds below 10 km/h
(6 mph).
The distance monitored begins approx. 80 cm
(2.5 ft) in front of the vehicle.
NOTE
The Parking Assist system is deactivated
when the parking brake is applied or when P
is selected on vehicles with automatic trans-
mission.

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CAUTIONWhen installing auxiliary lights: Make sure
these do not obscure the sensors – the auxili-
ary lights could be perceived as an obstacle.
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Park Assist* (p. 381) Activating/deactivating Park Assist
The Park Assist Pilot function can be activated/
deactivated.
On/OffPark Assist's front and side sensors are automat-
ically activated when the engine is started. The
rear sensors are activated if the vehicle is moving
backward or reverse gear is engaged.
The function can be activated/
deactivated in the center dis-
play's Function view. –
Tap the
Park Assist button in Function view.
>
The Park Assist Pilot indicator light shows
the status of the function: GREEN (on) or
GRAY (off).
In vehicles equipped with Park Assist Camera,
Park Assist can also be activated/deactivated
from the relevant camera view.
Related information
• Park Assist* (p. 381) Park Assist limitations
Park Assist may not be able to detect all condi-
tions in all situations and functionality may there-
fore be limited in certain cases.
The driver should be aware of the following limi-
tations for Park Assist:
WARNING Be extra cautious when
reversing if this symbol is
shown when a trailer, bike
carrier or similar is attached
and electrically connected
to the vehicle.
The symbol indicates that
the rear parking assist sensors are deacti-
vated and will not warn of any obstacles.

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Starting the Park Assist Camera
The Park Assist Camera starts automatically
when reverse gear is engaged or can be started
manually using one of the center display's func-
tion buttons.
Camera view when backing upWhen reverse gear is engaged, the screen shows
the rear view 123
.
Camera view when manually starting
the camera
Start the Park Assist Camera
using this button in the center
display's Function view.
The screen will first show the
most recently used camera
view. However, each time the
engine is started, the previous side view will be
replaced by the 360° view and a previously dis-
played zoomed-in rear view will be replaced by
the regular rear view.
Automatically deactivating the cameraFront view switches off when the vehicle's speed
reaches 25 km/h (16 mph) to help avoid dis-
tracting the driver. It will be automatically reactiva-
ted if the vehicle's speed falls below 22 km/h
(14 mph) within 1 minute as long as the vehicle's
speed has not exceeded 50 km/h (31 mph). Other camera views switch off at 15 km/h
(9 mph) and are not reactivated.
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Park Assist Camera* (p. 386) Park Assist Camera limitations
The Park Assist Camera may not be able to
detect all conditions in all situations and func-
tionality may therefore be limited.
The driver should be aware of the following limi-
tations for the Park Assist Camera:
WARNING Be extra cautious when
reversing if this symbol is
shown when a trailer, bike
carrier or similar is attached
and electrically connected
to the vehicle.
The symbol indicates that
the rear parking assist sensors are deacti-
vated and will not warn of any obstacles.
NOTE A bike carrier and other accessories mounted
on the rear of the vehicle can obscure the
camera's view.
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In Canada, it is also possible to select the 360° view.

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Parallel parking Overview of parallel parking.
The PAP function parks the vehicle using the fol-
lowing steps:
1.

The system searches for and measures
potential parking spaces.
2. The vehicle is steered while it is backing into the parking space.
3. The vehicle's position in the space is adjusted by driving forward/backward.
The Park Out function can be used to receive
assistance from PAP while pulling out of a park-
ing space. See the heading "Pulling out of a
parking space" under "Parking with Park Assist
Pilot".
Perpendicular parking Perpendicular parking overview.
The PAP function parks the vehicle using the fol-
lowing steps:
1.

The system searches for and measures
potential parking spaces.
2. The vehicle is steered while it is backing into the space and its position is adjusted by driv-
ing forward/backward.
NOTE The PAP function
Park Out cannot help the
vehicle leave a perpendicular parking space –
the function should only be used for parallel
parking.
Related information
• Park Assist Pilot* (p. 395) Parking with Park Assist Pilot
Park Assist Pilot (PAP
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) helps the driver park
using three different steps. The function can also
help the driver pull out of a parking space.
NOTE The PAP function measures the space and
steers the vehicle – the driver's role is to:
• keep close watch of the area around the
vehicle
• follow the instructions on the center dis-
play
• change gears (reverse/forward) – a
"ping" sound indicates when the driver
should change gears
• regulate and maintain a safe speed
• apply the brakes and stop. Information about the actions required by the
driver are provided in the center display using
symbols, graphics and/or text.
PAP can be activated if the following criteria have
been met after the engine is started:
•
No trailer is hitched to the vehicle
• Your vehicle's speed is lower than 30 km/h
(20 mph).

HYBRID INFORMATION
406General information about Twin
Engine
Twin Engine vehicles are driven just like any
other vehicle, but certain functions differ from a
vehicle powered exclusively by gasoline. The
electric motor powers the vehicle primarily at low
speeds; the gasoline engine is used at higher
speeds or during more active driving. The instrument panel displays Twin Engine-spe-
cific information - charging information, selected
drive mode, distance to discharged battery and
hybrid battery charge level.
Different drive modes can be selected while driv-
ing, e.g. electric power only or, if more power is
needed, a combination of electric and gasoline
power. The vehicle calculates the optimal combi-
nation of driveability, driving experience, environ-
mental impact and fuel economy for the selected
drive mode.
In order to function optimally, the hybrid battery
(and its electrical drive systems) and the gasoline
engine (and its drive systems) must be at the
correct operating temperature. Battery capacity
can be considerably reduced if the battery is too
cold or too hot. Preconditioning prepares the
vehicle's drive systems and passenger compart-
ment before driving to help reduce both wear and
energy consumption. It also helps increase the
hybrid battery's range.
The hybrid battery, which powers the electric
motor, is recharged using the charging cable. It
can also be recharged during light braking and through engine braking in gear position B. The
combustion engine can also help recharge the
hybrid battery.
Important
No electrical current
Keep in mind that if there is no electrical current
to the vehicle, i.e. the ignition is switched off or
the start battery is discharged, certain functions
such as brakes, power steering, etc. will not work.
WARNING If the vehicle does not have electrical current
and both the electric motor and the gasoline
engine are switched off, the brakes cannot be
used to stop the vehicle.
Towing not permitted
Never tow a Twin Engine vehicle behind another
vehicle, as this could damage the electric motor.
Exterior engine noise
WARNING
Keep in mind that the vehicle does not emit
any engine noise when using the electric
motor and may therefore be difficult to detect
for children, pedestrians, cyclists or animals.
This is especially true at low speeds, e.g. in
parking lots.
High-voltage electrical current
WARNING Several components in the vehicle work with
high voltage that can be hazardous in case of
an incorrect procedure. These components
and any orange wiring in the vehicle may only
be handled by trained and qualified Volvo
service technicians.
Do not touch anything that is not clearly descri-
bed in this Owner's Manual.
Related information
• Charging the hybrid battery (p. 407)
• Hybrid gauge (p. 87)
• Drive modes (p. 445)
• Starting and stopping preconditioning
(p. 231)
• Hybrid battery (p. 619)
• Factors affecting electric motor range
(p. 458)
• Gear selector positions for automatic trans-
missions (p. 439)
• Towing using a towline (p. 476)

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Charging the hybrid battery
In addition to the conventional fuel tank, your
vehicle is also equipped with a rechargeable
lithium-ion hybrid battery.
The hybrid battery can be recharged using the
charging cable stored in a storage space in the
cargo compartment.
WARNING
The hybrid electrical system in your vehicle
uses high voltage electrical current. Any dam-
age to this system or to the hybrid battery
may result in the danger of overheating, fire,
or serious injury. If the vehicle is involved in a
collision or subjected to flooding, fire, etc.,
have it inspected by a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician. Prior to this inspec-
tion, the vehicle should be parked outdoors at
a 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 could
result in increased use of the gasoline engine
and 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 charging
socket.
• Images and text in the instrument panel.
The hybrid battery's charging process also
charges 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's
temperature is too low or too high. If the PURE
drive mode is selected, the gasoline engine will
start.
Charging using the gasoline engine
The vehicle generates electrical current to charge the
battery, e.g. when the driver lightly presses the brake
pedal 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 by
lightly depressing the brake pedal, i.e. during
light braking. This converts the vehicle's
kinetic energy to electrical energy, which is
used to charge the hybrid battery.
• In gear position B, the electric motor brakes
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released and the hybrid battery is recharged
at the same time.
• The combustion engine can also help
recharge the hybrid battery.
Related information
•Charge cable (p. 409)
• Charging current (p. 408)
• Opening and closing the charging socket
cover (p. 411)
• Initiating hybrid battery charging (p. 412)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)
• Charging status in the charging cable's
charging module (p. 415)
• Charging status in the vehicle's charging
socket (p. 414)
• Charging status in the instrument panel
(p. 416)
• Twin Engine symbols and messages in the
instrument panel (p. 419)
• Gear selector positions for automatic trans-
missions (p. 439)
• Changing drive mode (p. 449)
• Long-term storage of vehicles with hybrid
batteries (p. 421) Charging current
Charging current is used to charge the hybrid
battery and precondition the vehicle. Charging is
performed by connecting a charging cable
between the vehicle's charging socket and a
120/240 V electrical socket (alternating cur-
rent).
When the charging cable is activated, a message
will be displayed in the instrument panel and an
indicator light in the vehicle's charging socket will
illuminate. Charging current is primarily used for
battery charging, but is also used for precondi-
tioning. The vehicle's start battery is charged
along with the hybrid battery.
CAUTION
Never detach the charging cable from the
120/240 V outlet (AC, alternating current)
while charging is in progress – the
120/240 V outlet could be damaged in such
circumstances. Always interrupt charging first
and then disconnect the charging cable – first
from the vehicle's charging socket and then
from the 120/240 V outlet.
NOTE •
In extremely cold or hot weather, part of
the charging current is used to heat/cool
the hybrid battery and the passenger
compartment, resulting in a longer charg-
ing time.
• The charging time is longer if precondi-
tioning has been selected. The time
required depends primarily on the ambi-
ent temperature. There are normally several 120/240 V power
consumers in one fuse circuit, which means that
more than one power consumer (e.g. lighting,
vacuum cleaner, electric drill, etc.) may use the
same fuse.
Related information
•
Charge cable (p. 409)
• Charging status in the instrument panel
(p. 416)
• Charging status in the vehicle's charging
socket (p. 414)
• Starting and stopping preconditioning
(p. 231)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)

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NOTEIf the instrument panel is not used, it will go
dark after a period of time. To reactivate the
display:
•
depress the brake pedal,
• open one of the doors, or
• put the ignition in mode I by turning the
START knob clockwise and then releas-
ing.
Related information
• Charging the hybrid battery (p. 407)
• Twin Engine symbols and messages in the
instrument panel (p. 419)
• Charging status in the vehicle's charging
socket (p. 414)
• Charging status in the charging cable's
charging module (p. 415)
• Stopping hybrid battery charging (p. 418)