2018 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE warning

LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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Loading modeFrom the fully retracted position - grasp the
handle and pull the cover up and over the
side panels in the cargo compartment. Pull to
the end position and press the attaching pins
at the end of the cover into the grooves in
the side panels of the vehicle. (If the cover is
already fully open, see next section.)
From the fully open position - grasp the han-
dle and press the cover's attaching pins
down into the grooves in the side panels and
then release.
>

Retract the cover until it stops in the parti-
ally retracted position. If your hands are full: In the fully open position, push the cover's
handle slightly upward with e.g. your elbow.
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The cover will retract until it stops in
the partially retracted position.
To fully open the cover from the partially retrac-
ted position:
1.

Grasp the handle and pull the cover out as
far as possible.
2. Let the cover retract slightly and press the handle slightly downward.
> The cover will be secured in the fully openposition.
CAUTION Do not place objects on top of the cargo
compartment cover.
WARNING In 7-seat models - never have a cargo com-
partment cover mounted when there are pas-
sengers in the rear seats. This could lead to
serious injury in the event of a collision.
Retracting the cover
1. From the fully opened position:
Lift the cover's handle and pull it rearward to
release the cover's attaching pins from the
grooves. Let the cover retract.
From the partially retracted position:
Grasp the handle and pull the cover out of
the groves to the fully open position. Lift the
handle and pull it rearward to release the
cover's attaching pins from the grooves. Let
the cover retract.
2. Let the cover retract with its attaching pins above the side panels until it stops in the
fully retracted position.
Related information
• Installing and removing the cargo compart-
ment cover* (p. 589)

LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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592 Installing and removing the steel
cargo grid*
The steel cargo grid prevents loads or pets in
the cargo compartment from being thrown for-
ward into the passenger compartment. For safety reasons, the steel grid must always be
installed and secured correctly.
WARNING
Under no circumstances may a person be in
the cargo compartment when the vehicle is
moving. Heavy braking or a collision could
lead to serious injury.
The steel grid consists of the grid itself and two
separate mounting brackets. Each of the mount- ing brackets has a screw cover and two plastic
sleeves for the grid.
WARNING The steel cargo grid may only be used in the
rear position described here. The ceiling
attachment points behind the front seats are
not intended to anchor the steel grid.
WARNING
For safety reasons, the third-row seats
4
must
be folded down when the steel cargo grid is
mounted in the vehicle.
CAUTION The steel cargo grid and the cargo compart-
ment cover cannot be mounted at the same
time.
Installation1. Fold down the rear seats and lift in the steel
grid through one of the rear doors or the tail-
gate. The curved (convex) side of the grid
should face toward the cargo compartment
and the hooks on each side of the grid
should face upward. The mounting brackets
and plastic sleeves are not needed in this
step. 2. Press one of the grid's hooks into the larger
hole in the ceiling attachment point (1).
Grasp the grid near the hook and pull/push it
into the smaller hole (2).
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The hook is now secured in the attach-
ment point.
3. Repeat step 2 above to secure the other hook in the attachment point on the opposite
side.
WARNING Make sure the cargo grid's hooks are securely
attached in the ceiling attachment points to
help ensure the grid does not come loose.
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7-seat models only.

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WARNING
Objects in the cargo compartment must
always be securely anchored, even with a cor-
rectly installed cargo net.
Installing the cargo net
WARNING
All of the cargo net's upper consoles, hooks
and straps must be securely mounted and
attached before the net is used.
Never use the net if it is damaged.
NOTE
With front mounting, the cargo net is most
easily installed via a rear door.
1. Fold out the cargo net and make sure that
the upper rod folds out and locks into posi-
tion.
2.

Insert one of the net's hooks into the front or
rear ceiling mounting point with the strap
lock facing you. 3. Insert the other upper hook into the ceiling
mounting point on the opposite side. The
telescopic spring-loaded hooks make mount-
ing easier.
Make sure that the net's hooks are pushed
forward as far as possible into their respec-
tive mounting points. 4. Rear mounting: With the cargo net hooked
into the rear ceiling mounting points, attach
the net's straps into the front floor eyelets in
the cargo compartment. Rear mounting.
Front mounting: With the cargo net mounted
in the front ceiling mounting points, hook the
straps into the outer eyelets on the front seat
rails behind the seats. Attaching the net is
easier if the seat backrests are upright and
the seats are moved slightly forward.

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
598Volvo's service program
To keep the vehicle as safe and reliable as pos-
sible, follow the Volvo service schedule speci-
fied in the Warranty and Maintenance Records
Information booklet.
Volvo recommends having an authorized Volvo
workshop perform service and maintenance.
Volvo workshops have the staff, service literature
and special tools to guarantee the highest quality
of service.
CAUTION To ensure the Volvo warranty is not invalida-
ted, check and follow the Service and War-
ranty Booklet.
Service and repairsService the vehicle regularly. Follow Volvo's rec-
ommended service intervals.
Detailed inspection and repairs may only be per-
formed by an authorized workshop.
WARNING
Do not make any repairs on this vehicle your-
self. Electrical cables and/or components that
have come loose may only be corrected by an
authorized workshop – an authorized Volvo
workshop is recommended.
IntroductionThe maintenance services contain several checks
that require special instruments and tools and
therefore must be performed by a qualified tech-
nician. To keep your Volvo in top condition, spec-
ify time-tested and proven Genuine Volvo Parts
and Accessories.
The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S.
The Federal Clean Air Act requires vehicle manu-
facturers to furnish written instructions to the ulti-
mate purchaser to assure the proper servicing
and function of the components that control
emissions. These services, which are listed in the
"Warranty and Service Records Information"
booklet, are not covered by the warranty. You will
be required to pay for labor and material used.
Maintenance
Your Volvo passed several major inspections
before it was delivered to you, in accordance with
Volvo specifications. The maintenance proce-
dures outlined in the Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet, many of which will
positively affect your vehicle's emissions, should
be performed as indicated. It is recommended
that receipts for vehicle emission maintenance be
retained in case questions arise concerning
maintenance. Inspection and maintenance should
also be performed anytime a malfunction is
observed or suspected.
Applicable warranties - U.S./Canada
In accordance with applicable U.S. and Canadian
regulations, the following list of warranties is pro-
vided.
• New Vehicle Limited Warranty
• Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
• Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty
• Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint Sys-
tems Limited Warranty
• Emission Design and Defect Warranty
• Emission Performance Warranty
These are federal warranties. Other warranties
are provided as required by state/provincial law.
Refer to your separate Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet for detailed informa-
tion concerning each of the warranties.

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WARNINGThe vehicle may not be driven when it is con-
nected to the workshop's networks and sys-
tems.
Related information
•
Handling system updates via Download Cen-
ter (p. 601)
• Scheduling service and repairs (p. 603) Download Center
With the vehicle connected to the Internet 1
,
updates for a number of the vehicle's systems
can be downloaded from the center display.
The
Download Center app is
started from the center display
and makes it possible to: •
search for and update system software
• update Sensus Navigation* map data
• download, update and delete apps.
Related information
•Handling system updates via Download Cen-
ter (p. 601)
• Download apps (p. 488)
• Updating apps (p. 489)
• Deleting apps (p. 490)
• Internet-connected vehicle* (p. 529)
• Navigating in the center display's views
(p. 115) Handling system updates via
Download Center
System updates are available for infotainment
and Internet-related functions and systems in the
vehicle. If system software updates are available,
they can be downloaded all at once or sepa-
rately.
Searching for updateIn order for system updates to
be possible, the vehicle must
have an Internet connection 2
.
System updates are handled
through the Download
Center app in the center dis-
play's App view. If no search for updates has
been performed since the last time the infotain-
ment system was started, a search will be initi-
ated. No search will begin if a software download
is in progress. A number in the System updates button shows how many updates are available.
Tap the button to display a list of updates that
can be installed in the vehicle. If an update is
available, the message New software updates
available will also be displayed in the center dis- play's status field. 1
There may be a charge for transmitting data over the Internet, depending\
on your service plan.
2 There may be a charge for transmitting data over the Internet, depending\
on your service plan.

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Hoisting the vehicle
When hoisting the vehicle, it is important to
ensure the jack/vehicle hoist is correctly
engaged in the designated attachment points
under the vehicle.
For vehicles with self-leveling*, pneumatic sus-
pension (if installed) must be turned off before
the vehicle is lifted. Turning off the function in the
center display.
WARNING If the vehicle is lifted on a garage jack, the
jack must be placed under one of the four lift-
ing points. Make sure that the vehicle is cor-
rectly positioned on the jack and that it can-
not slide off. Make sure the jack plate has a
rubber pad to help keep the vehicle stable
and prevent damage. Always use axle stands
or similar.
NOTE Volvo recommends only using the jack
intended for your specific vehicle model. If a
jack other than that recommended by Volvo is
used, follow the instructions included with the
equipment.
The vehicle's ordinary jack is only intended to
be used in temporary situations for short peri-
ods of time, such as when changing wheels in
the event of a flat tire. If the vehicle needs to
be lifted more frequently, or for a longer
period of time than for a wheel change, a
garage jack or hoist is recommended. Always
follow the instructions for use provided with
the equipment.

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Opening and closing the hood
To open the hood, pull the lever in the passen-
ger compartment and then turn the handle under
the hood.
Opening the hood
Pull the lever near the pedals to release the
hood from its fully closed position. Turn the handle under the front edge of the
hood counterclockwise to release the catch
and lift the hood.
Warning - hood not closedWhen the hood is released, a warning
symbol and graphic will be displayed in
the instrument panel and an audible
signal will sound. If the vehicle begins
to roll, the audible signal will be repeated several
times.
NOTE If the warning symbol is illuminated or an
audible warning signal sounds even though
the hood is securely closed, consult a work-
shop - an authorized Volvo workshop is rec-
ommended.
Closing the hood1. Press down the hood until it begins to close
under its own weight.
2. When the hood reaches the catch at the handle in the front edge of the vehicle, press
down on the hood to close it completely.
WARNING Risk of injury! When closing, make sure that
the hood is completely unobstructed and that
no one can be injured.
WARNING
Make sure the hood locks securely after clos-
ing. It must audibly lock on both sides.
Hood not completely closed. The illustration is generic -
details may vary according to vehicle model.

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608 Hood completely closed. The illustration is generic -
details may vary according to vehicle model.
WARNING
Never drive with the hood open!
If there are any indications while driving that
the hood is not completely closed, stop imme-
diately and close it securely.
Related information
•
Engine compartment overview (p. 609)
• Door and seat belt reminders (p. 51) Climate control system service
Service and repairs on the air conditioning sys-
tem should only be done by an authorized work-
shop.
Troubleshooting and repairsThe air conditioning system contains a fluores-
cent tracer substance. Ultraviolet light is used to
search for leaks in the system.
Volvo recommends contacting an authorized
Volvo workshop.
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
WARNING
The air conditioning system contains the
refrigerant R134a under pressure. Service
and repairs to the system should only be done
by an authorized workshop.
Related information
•
Volvo's service program (p. 598) Replacing a windshield with head-
up display*
Vehicles with a head-up display have a special
type of windshield that meets the requirements
for displaying projected information.
Volvo recommends contacting an authorized
Volvo workshop for assistance replacing the
windshield. The correct type of replacement
windshield must be used in order for the head-up
display to function properly.
Related information
•
Head-up display* (p. 142)
• Cleaning the head-up display* (p. 634)