2018 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE overheating

STARTING AND DRIVING
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WARNINGCarbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless,
and odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust
gases. If you ever smell exhaust fumes inside
the vehicle, make sure the passenger com-
partment is ventilated, and immediately return
the vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician for correction.
Demanding drivingIn demanding driving conditions, e.g. when driving
in a hot climates, driving with a trailer or driving
for longer periods at higher altitudes (mountain
landscapes) than normal, it is recommended
switching to a higher octane fuel than AKI 91
6
or
changing gasoline brand to take full advantage of
your car's engine capacity and obtain the opti-
mum driving force.
Related information
• Fuel (p. 464)
• Emission controls (p. 467) Emission controls
Three-way catalytic converter
•
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain
engine malfunctions, particularly involving the
electrical, fuel or distributor ignition systems,
may cause unusually high three-way catalytic
converter temperatures. Do not continue to
operate your vehicle if you detect engine
misfire, noticeable loss of power or other
unusual operating conditions, such as engine
overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned
engine will help avoid malfunctions that
could damage the three-way catalytic con-
verter.
• Do not park your vehicle over combustible
materials, such as grass or leaves, which can
come into contact with the hot exhaust sys-
tem and cause such materials to ignite under
certain wind and weather conditions.
• Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one
minute), or an intermittently firing or flooded
engine can cause three-way catalytic con-
verter or exhaust system overheating.
• Remember that tampering or unauthorized
modifications to the engine, the Engine Con-
trol Module, or the vehicle may be illegal and
can cause three-way catalytic converter or
exhaust system overheating. This includes:
altering fuel injection settings or compo-
nents, altering emission system components or location or removing components, and/or
repeated use of leaded fuel.NOTE Unleaded fuel is required for vehicles with
three-way catalytic converters.
Heated oxygen sensorsThe heated oxygen sensors monitor the oxygen
content of the exhaust gases. Readings are fed
into a control module that continuously monitors
engine functions and controls fuel injection. The
ratio of fuel to air into the engine is continuously
adjusted for efficient combustion to help reduce
harmful emissions.
Related information
•
Octane rating (p. 465)
• Fuel (p. 464) 6
AKI (Anti Knock Index) is an average value of RON (Research Octane Nu\
mber) and MON (Motor Octane Number) - (RON)+(MON)/2

STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
468 Overheating of engine and
transmission
In demanding driving conditions, such as driving
in mountainous areas or hot weather, there is a
risk of the engine or transmission overheating,
especially when carrying heavy loads.
• Engine power may be temporarily limited.
• Remove any auxiliary lights mounted in front
of the grille when driving in hot weather.
• If the temperature in the engine's cooling
system becomes too high, a warning symbol
will appear in the instrument panel along with
the message Engine temperature High
temperature Stop safely. Pull over to a safe location and let the engine idle for a few
minutes to cool down.
• If the message
Engine temperature High
temperature Turn off engine or Engine
coolant Level low, turn off engine is dis- played, stop the vehicle and turn off the
engine.
• If the transmission begins to overheat, an
alternative gear shifting program will be
selected. An integrated protective function
will also be activated, the warning symbol will
illuminate and the message Transmission
warm
Reduce speed to lower
temperature or Transmission hot Stop
safely, wait for cooling will be displayed in the instrument panel. Follow the recommen-
dations given by reducing speed or stopping the vehicle safely and letting the engine idle
for a few minutes to let the transmission
cool.
• If the vehicle begins to overheat, the air con-
ditioning may be temporarily switched off.
• After a prolonged period of driving in
demanding conditions, do not turn off the
engine immediately after stopping.
NOTE It is normal for the engine's cooling fan to
operate for a short time after the engine is
switched off.
Symbols in the instrument panel
Symbol
Meaning High engine temperature. Follow
the recommendations provided.
Low coolant level. Follow the rec-
ommendations provided.
Transmission hot/overheated/cool-
ing. Follow the recommendations
provided.
Related information
•
Refilling coolant (p. 612)
• Driving with a trailer (p. 472)
• Preparing for a long trip (p. 460)
• Gear indicator* (p. 442)

STARTING AND DRIVING
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CAUTION•
Bumper-attached trailer hitches must not
be used on Volvos, nor should safety
chains be attached to the bumper.
• Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle
rear axle must not be used.
• Never connect a trailer's hydraulic brake
system directly to the vehicle brake sys-
tem, nor a trailer's lighting system directly
to the vehicle lighting system. Consult
your nearest authorized Volvo retailer for
correct installation.
• When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
chains or wire must be correctly fastened
to the attachment points provided in the
trailer hitch on the vehicle. The safety
chain or wire must never be fastened to
or wound around the towing ball.
NOTE The optional detachable trailer hitch may not
be available in all markets or on all models.
Consult your Volvo retailer.
NOTE
Extreme weather conditions, towing a trailer,
driving at high altitudes and fuel quality are
factors that significantly increase a vehicle's
fuel consumption.
Trailer weights
WARNING Please adhere to the recommendations provi-
ded for trailer weight. If the recommendations
are not followed, the vehicle and trailer may
be difficult to control during evasive maneu-
vers and braking.
NOTE
The specified maximum trailer weights are
those permitted by Volvo. National vehicle
regulations may set additional restrictions on
trailer weight and speed. The trailer hitches
may be certified for higher towing weights
than the vehicle is permitted to tow.
Self-leveling suspension*The vehicle's self-leveling system attempts to
keep the vehicle at a constant level, regardless of
load (up to the maximum permitted weight).
When the vehicle is stationary, the rear end of the
vehicle will be slightly lowered, which is normal.
Driving in hilly terrain or hot weatherIn certain conditions, there is a risk of overheat-
ing when driving with a trailer. If overheating of
the engine and drive system is detected, a warn-
ing symbol will illuminate in the instrument panel
along with a message.The automatic transmission selects the optimal
gear for the current load and engine speed.
Steep inclines
Do not lock the automatic transmission into a
higher gear than what the engine can handle ‒ it
is not always preferable to drive in high gears at
low rpm.
Parking on a hill
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Put the gear selector in P.
4. Release the brake pedal.
Put chocks behind the wheels when the vehicle
is parked on a hill with a trailer attached.
Starting on a hill
1. Depress the brake pedal.
2. Put the gear selector in D.
3. Release the parking brake.
4. Release the brake pedal and start driving.
Related information
• Trailer Stability Assist* (p. 474)
• Checking trailer lights (p. 475)
• Towing capacity and tongue weight (p. 660)
• Overheating of engine and transmission
(p. 468)

WHEELS AND TIRES
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7.

Connect the electrical cable to the nearest
12 V outlet and start the vehicle.
NOTE Make sure that none of the vehicle's other
12 V sockets are used while the compressor
is running.
WARNING
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle
while the engine is running.
8.

Start the compressor by moving the switch to
the I (On) position.
WARNING Never stand next to a tire being inflated with
the compressor. If cracks, bulges, etc. form on
the tire, switch off the compressor immedi-
ately. The vehicle should not be driven. Call
roadside assistance to have the vehicle towed
to a workshop for inspection/replacement of
the tire. Volvo recommends an authorized
workshop.
NOTE
When the compressor first starts, air pressure
may temporarily increase up to 6 bar (88 psi)
but should decrease again after approxi-
mately 30 seconds.
9. Inflate the tire for 7 minutes.
CAUTION
To help avoid overheating, the compressor
should never be used for more than
10 minutes at a time. 10. Switch off the compressor and check the
inflation pressure using the air pressure
gauge. The inflation pressure should be
between 1.8 bar (22 psi) and 3.5 bar
(51 psi). If the inflation pressure is too high,
use the air release valve to release air.
WARNING If the bottle is not removed in the correct
order, sealant could spill out.
WARNING
If pressure falls below 1.8 bar (22 psi), the
hole in the tire may be too large. The vehicle
should not be driven. Call roadside assistance
to have the vehicle towed to a workshop for
inspection/replacement of the tire. Volvo rec-
ommends an authorized workshop.
11.

Switch off the compressor and remove the
electrical cable.
12. Unscrew the hose from the tire's valve and screw the valve cap back on.
13. Put the protective hose cover onto the hose to help prevent leakage of any residual seal-
ing compound. Return the equipment to the
cargo compartment.

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Inflate tires with the compressor
included in the tire sealing system
The vehicle's original tires can be inflated using
the compressor in the tire sealing system.
1. The compressor must be switched off. Make
sure that the switch is in the 0 (Off) position
and take out the electrical cable and the
hose.
2.

Unscrew the tire's valve cap and screw the
hose's valve connector as far as possible
onto the valve.
Be sure the air release valve on the com-
pressor's hose is completely closed.
3. Connect the electrical cable to the nearest 12 V outlet and start the vehicle.
WARNING Inhaling exhaust fumes could lead to serious
injury. Never leave the engine running in an
enclosed space or a space without sufficient
ventilation.
WARNING
Never leave children unattended in the vehicle
while the engine is running.
4.

Start the compressor by moving the switch to
the I (On) position.
CAUTION Risk of overheating. The compressor should
not be running for longer than 10 minutes at
a time.
5. Inflate the tire to the pressure specified on
the tire pressure decal on the driver's side
door pillar. If the inflation pressure is too
high, use the air release valve to release air.
6.

Switch off the compressor. Remove the hose
and the electrical cable.
7. Screw the valve cap back onto the tire.
NOTE •
After inflating a tire, always replace the
valve cap to help prevent valve damage
caused by gravel, dirt, etc.
• Use plastic valve caps only. Metal caps
could corrode and become difficult to
remove.
NOTE The compressor is an electric device. Follow
local regulations for disposal.
Related information
•
Recommended tire pressure (p. 559)
• Using the tire sealing system (p. 573)
• Tire sealing system (p. 572)

WHEELS AND TIRES
578Determining the vehicle's permitted
weight
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 your
vehicle's weight ratings, with or without a trailer,
from the vehicle's Federal/Canadian Motor Vehi-
cle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label, and
the vehicle's tire information placard:
Curb weight
The weight of the vehicle including a full tank of
fuel and all standard equipment. It does not
include 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 Motor
Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS/CMVSS) label.
The total load on each axle must never exceed its
maximum 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 your
vehicle.
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 equals
1400 lbs. and there will be five 150 lb. pas-
sengers in your vehicle, the amount of availa-
ble cargo and luggage load capacity is 650
lbs. (1400 - 750 (5 × 150) = 650 lbs.)
5. Determine the combined weight of luggage and cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That
weight may not safely exceed the available
cargo and luggage load capacity calculated
in Step 4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will be transferred to your
vehicle. Consult this manual to determine
how 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 weight
rating limits can cause tire overheating
resulting in permanent deformation or
catastrophic failure.
• Do not use replacement tires with lower
load carrying capacities than the tires that
were original equipment on the vehicle
because this will lower the vehicle's GVW
rating. Use only tires with the correct load
carrying capacity. Consult your Volvo
retailer for information.
Related information
• Loading recommendations (p. 586)

INDEX
670Cooling system
overheating 468
Corner Traction Control 274
Corrosion protection 644
Covering 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 92 Driver profile
137
edit 139
select 138
Driver support system 272
Drive systems 443
Driving 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

INDEX
671
Electronic immobilizer 252
emergency brake lights 160
Emission inspection readiness 598
Engine
automatic start and stop of combustion
engine 444
overheating 468
start 424
turn off 426
Engine braking, automatic 454
Engine compartment coolant 612
engine oil 610
overview 609
Engine drag control 274
Engine oil 610 filling 611
filter 610
grade and volume 662
Engine shutdown 426
Engine specifications 661
Engine temperature high 468
Environment 27
Error messages Adaptive Cruise Control 309
see Messages and symbols 309, 324 Error messages in BLIS
352
Ethanol content max. 10% by volume

464
Exterior dimensions 657
F Federal Clean Air Act
598
Ferry transport
450
Flat tire 572
Flooded road 462
Fluids, volumes 650, 664
Fluids and oils 663, 664
Fog lights rear 159
Four-C 450
Front seat blower 224
climate 213
heating 215, 216
temperature 226
ventilation 217
Front seat manual 184
Front seats, power 185 adjusting passenger seat from driver's
seat 191 adjusting seat
185
Lumbar support
190
massage 188, 189
memory function 186, 187
multifunction control 188, 189, 190
Side bolsters 190
FSC, environmental labeling 23
Fuel 464 Travel Link service 505
Fuel filling 463
Fuel gauge 86
Fuel requirements 464, 465
Fuel tank volume 664
Fuse box 621
Fuses below the glove compartment 626
general 620
in engine compartment 622
in the cargo compartment 629
replacing 621
G Gasoline grade
464
Gauge fuel gauge

86