2018 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE maintenance

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
* Option/accessory.
648 •
Heated windshield washer nozzles* (p. 177)
• Using the rain sensor's memory function
(p. 178)
• Using the rear window wiper/washer
(p. 180)
• Filling washer fluid (p. 650)
• Windshield wipers in the service position
(p. 649)
• Replacing windshield wiper blades (p. 648)
• Using the windshield wipers (p. 176) Replacing windshield wiper blades
The wiper blades help remove water from the
windshield and rear window. Along with the
washer fluid, they clean the glass and help
improve visibility while driving. The windshield
and rear window wiper blades can be replaced.
Replacing wiper blades Raise the wiper arms to the service position.
Service position is activated/deactivated via
the function view in the center display when
the car is stationary and the windshield wip-
ers are not on. Press the button on the wiper
blade attachment and pull the wiper blade
straight out, parallel with the wiper arm.
Slide in a new wiper blade until it clicks into
place.
3.
Check to make sure the blade is securely in
place.
4. Press the wiper blade back against the wind- shield. Wiper blades come in varying lengths.

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NOTEThe wiper blades are different lengths. The
blade on the driver's side is longer than the
one on the passenger side.
Related information
•
Using the rain sensor (p. 177)
• Using the windshield and headlight washers
(p. 179)
• Using automatic rear window wiping when
backing up (p. 181)
• Heated windshield washer nozzles* (p. 177)
• Using the rain sensor's memory function
(p. 178)
• Using the rear window wiper/washer
(p. 180)
• Filling washer fluid (p. 650)
• Windshield wipers in the service position
(p. 649)
• Changing rear window wipers (p. 647)
• Using the windshield wipers (p. 176) Windshield wipers in the service
position
The windshield wiper blades must be in the serv-
ice (vertical) position when performing certain
operations, e.g. replacing the blades. Windshield wipers in the service position.
The windshield wipers must be in the service
position when replacing, washing or lifting the
blades (e.g. to scrape ice or snow from the wind-
shield).
CAUTION Before placing the wipers in service position,
ensure that they have not frozen to the wind-
shield.
Activating/deactivating service positionThe service position can be activated/deactivated
when the vehicle is stationary and the windshield
wipers are switched off. Service position is acti-
vated/deactivated via Function view in the center
display:
Tap the Wiper ServicePosition button. The indicator
light in the button will illuminate
when service position is acti-
vated. The windshield wipers
will move to the vertical posi-
tion when service position is
activated. To deactivate the service position, tap
Wiper Service Position once. The indicator light
in the button will go out when service position is
deactivated.

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* Option/accessory.
650 The wiper blades will also move out of service
position if:
• The windshield wipers are turned on.
• The windshield washers are turned on.
• The rain sensor is activated.
• The vehicle begins moving.
CAUTION If the wiper arms in service position are raised
from the windshield, they must be folded back
against the windscreen before activating wip-
ing, washing or rain sensor as well as before
departure. This is to prevent scratching the
paint on the hood.
Related information
•
Using the rain sensor (p. 177)
• Using the windshield and headlight washers
(p. 179)
• Using automatic rear window wiping when
backing up (p. 181)
• Heated windshield washer nozzles* (p. 177)
• Using the rain sensor's memory function
(p. 178)
• Using the rear window wiper/washer
(p. 180)
• Filling washer fluid (p. 650)
• Replacing windshield wiper blades (p. 648) •
Changing rear window wipers (p. 647)
• Using the windshield wipers (p. 176) Filling washer fluid
Washer fluid is used to keep the headlights,
windshield and rear window clean. Washer fluid
containing anti-freeze should be used in very
cold weather (below-freezing temperatures). Fill washer fluid into the reservoir with the blue
cover. The reservoir is used for the windshield
washer, tailgate window washer and headlight
washer*
NOTE
When there is approximately 1 liter (1 qt) of
washer fluid remaining, the message
Washer
fluid
Level low, refill and the symbol
will be displayed in the instrument panel.

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Recommended grade: Washer fluid recom-
mended by Volvo, with frost protection during
cold weather and temperatures below the freez-
ing point.
CAUTION
Use Volvo's original washer fluid or an equiva-
lent fluid with the recommended pH value
between 6 and 8, diluted as recommended,
e.g. in a 1:1 solution with pH-neutral water.
CAUTION
Use washer fluid with anti-freeze when tem-
peratures are below the freezing point to help
keep the pump, reservoir and hoses from
freezing.
Volume:
• Vehicles with headlight washing: 5.5 liters
(5.8 qts).
• Vehicles without headlight washing: 3.5 lit-
ers (3.7 qts).
Related information
•Using the rain sensor (p. 177)
• Using the windshield and headlight washers
(p. 179)
• Using automatic rear window wiping when
backing up (p. 181) •
Heated windshield washer nozzles* (p. 177)
• Using the rain sensor's memory function
(p. 178)
• Using the rear window wiper/washer
(p. 180)
• Windshield wipers in the service position
(p. 649)
• Replacing windshield wiper blades (p. 648)
• Changing rear window wipers (p. 647)
• Using the windshield wipers (p. 176)

INDEX
668B Backrest
front seat, adjusting
184, 185, 188,
189, 190
rear seat, adjusting 196, 197
rear seat, folding 192, 197, 198
Battery Hybrid 619
jump-start 469
Maintenance 615
start 615
symbols on the battery 620
warning symbols 620
BLIS 348, 349, 350, 351
Blower adjusting 224, 225
air distribution 208
air vents 209
Bluetooth connect 513
connecting vehicle to Internet 531
phone 520
settings 529
Book service and repair 603
Booster cushions 71
Brake assist after collision 437 Brake fluid
grade
663
Brake functions 429
Brake light 160
Brake position 439
Brakes 429
anti-lock brakes, ABS 429
automatic when stationary 436
Brake Assist System, BAS 431
brake lights 160
brake system 429
emergency brake lights 160
handbrake 432
Maintenance 432
on salted roads 431
on wet roads 431
brake system fluid 663
C Camera sensor
344
Camera unit
331
Capacity weight 578, 659
Cargo compartment 586 attachment points 589
cargo net 593 electrical outlet
582, 584
Lighting
163
Cargo compartment cover 589, 590
cargo net 593
Car wash 638, 639, 641, 642, 643, 644
Catalytic converter 467
recovery 476
CD player 511
Cell phone, see Phone 521
Center console 581
Center display change appearance 131
cleaning 633
climate controls 213
Function view 122
keyboard 126
messages 140, 141, 142
operation 112, 115, 119, 124
overview 109
settings 132, 133, 134
switch off and change volume 131
symbols in status bar 124
views 115
Central locking 257
Change of owner 134
Changing a wheel 564

INDEX
674high beams 156, 157
home safe lighting 161
in passenger compartment 162, 164
instrument illumination 164
instrument lighting 164
light bulbs, specifications 614
low beams 155
position lights 154
rear fog light 159
settings 153
Turn signals 158
Lighting, replacing bulbs 613
Limp home 438
Load anchoring eyelets cargo compartment 589
Load anchoring hooks 588
Load carriers 588
Load index 554
Loading general 586
load anchoring eyelets 589
long load 587
Lock indication 238 setting 239
Locking/unlocking Tailgate 243, 256
Locking wheel bolts 565 Locks
Locking
241
unlocking 241
Long-term storage 421
Low battery charge level start battery 469
Low beams 155
Lower the rear end 587
Low oil level 611
Low-speed driving 453 activate with function button 454
M Maintained climate comfort
234
start/stop
234
Maintenance 598
corrosion protection 644
Max. axle weight 659
Max. roof load 659
Media player 507, 508, 509
compatible file formats 536, 537
voice control 148
Messages and symbols Adaptive Cruise Control 309
Collision warner with auto-brake 346 Messages in BLIS
352
Messages in display
105, 140
handling 106, 141
saved 107, 142
Mileage 89
electric motor 458
Misting condensation in headlights 638, 641
Mood lighting 163, 164
N Net
cargo compartment
593
O Occupant safety
43
Occupant weight sensor
56
Octane rating 465
Oil, see also Engine oil 662
On-board diagnostics 598
On-board Diagnostic socket 36
Option/accessory 21
Outside temperature gauge 94