2018 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE buttons

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* Option/accessory. 453
Leveling control settings*
The vehicle can be lowered or raised to make it
easier to load or for passengers to get in and
out.
Turn off leveling control before lifting the vehicle
with a jack to help avoid problems with the
pneumatic suspension.
Adjusting loading mode Use the buttons in the cargo compartment to
raise or lower the rear section of the vehicle to
facilitate loading or unloading the vehicle or con-
necting or disconnecting a trailer.
Center display settings
Easy Entry and Exit Suspension Control
The vehicle can be lowered to make it easier to
get in and out.
Activating easy entry in the center display: 1.
Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.

Tap My Car Mirrors and Convenience
.
3. Select Easy Entry and Exit Suspension
Control.
>

When the vehicle is parked and the
engine is turned off, the level is lowered.
(Level adjustment will stop if a side door
is opened and will resume after a slight
delay when the door has been closed.)
When the engine is started and the vehi-
cle begins to move, the level will be raised
to the height set by the selected drive
mode.
Disable Leveling Control
In certain situations, this function must be turned
off, e.g. before the vehicle is raised using a jack*.
The level difference caused by raising the vehicle
with a jack could cause problems with the pneu-
matic suspension.
Turning off the function in the center display:
1. Tap Settings in the Top view.
2.

Tap My Car Parking Brake and
Suspension .
3. Select Disable Leveling Control.
Related information
•Leveling control* and suspension (p. 450)
• Loading recommendations (p. 586) Low Speed Control
The low-speed function, Low Speed Control
(LSC), facilitates and improves control and trac-
tion on rough roads and slippery surfaces, e.g.
when towing a trailer on grass or up boat ramps.
The function is included in the Off Road drive
mode.
Low Speed Control is designed for driving on
rough roads and when towing trailers at low
speeds, up to approximately 40 km/h (25 mph).
When driving at low speeds, LSC prioritizes low
gears and all-wheel drive to help avoid wheel spin
and improve traction on all wheels. The accelera-
tor pedal will be less responsive to improve trac-
tion and speed control at low speeds.
The function is activated together with Hill
Descent Control (HDC), which makes it possible
to control speed going down steep hills using the
accelerator pedal and reduces the need to use
the brake pedal. The system makes it possible to
maintain a low and uniform speed when driving
down steep hills.

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Factors the driver can control
The driver should be aware that the following fac-
tors help conserve energy and improve driving
range: • charging the battery regularly
• preconditioning
• Pure drive mode
• climate control settings
• speed and acceleration
• the
Hold function
• tires and tire pressure.
The following table shows the approximate rela-
tionship between constant speed and driving
range. Driving at a lower constant speed helps
increase the electric motor's driving range. Constant speed
100 km/h (62 mph)
50 %
80 km/h (50 mph) 70 %
60 km/h (37 mph) 90 %
50 km/h (31 mph) 100 %
NOTE •
The figures shown in the tables pertain to
a new vehicle.
• None of the figures are absolute and are
affected by e.g. driving style, environment
and other conditions.
Related information
• Using the electric motor only (p. 457)
• Economical driving (p. 456)
• "Hold" and "Charge" functions (p. 459)
• Drive modes (p. 445) "Hold" and "Charge" functions
In certain situations, it can be useful to control
the hybrid battery's charge level while driving.
This is possible with the Hold and Charge func-
tions, which are available in all drive modes.
Function buttons for Hold and ChargeThe functions can be activated in the center dis-
play's Function view.
Hold
Battery level sustained for
later use.
This function retains the charge
in the hybrid battery for the
electric motor and saves availa-
ble electrical current for use at
a later time, such as when driving in an urban
area or residential neighborhood. Hold is availa-
ble regardless of the hybrid battery's charge level.
The vehicle will function as in normal hybrid driv-
ing with a discharged battery - in addition to
reusing energy from e.g. regenerative braking, the
combustion engine will be used more frequently
to maintain the charge in the battery.

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478
WARNING No person or object should be behind the tow
truck when the vehicle is lifted onto the bed
of the truck.
Related information
•
Attaching and removing the towing eyelet
(p. 476) HomeLink
®
*10
HomeLink ®11
is a programmable remote control,
integrated in the vehicle electrical system, that
can control up to three different devices (e.g.
garage door opener, alarm system, outdoor and
indoor lighting, etc.) and thereby replace the
remote controls for these.
General The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
Button 1
Button 2
Button 3
Indicator lightHomeLink
®
is delivered integrated in the rearview
mirror. The HomeLink ®
panel consists of three
programmable buttons and an indicator light in
the mirror.
For more information about HomeLink ®
, please
visit www.HomeLink.com, www.youtube.com/
HomeLinkGentex or call 1-800-355-3515.
Save the original remote controls for future pro-
gramming (e.g. for use in another vehicle). It is
also advisable to delete the button programming
if the vehicle is sold.
Related information
• Using HomeLink (p. 480)
• Programming HomeLink ®
* (p. 479)
• Type approval for HomeLink ®
* (p. 481) 10
Certain markets only.
11 HomeLink and the HomeLink house symbol are registered trademarks of Gent\
ex Corporation.

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Programming HomeLink
®
*12
Follow these instructions to program
HomeLink ®
, reset all programming, or program
individual buttons.
NOTE In some vehicles, the ignition must be on or in
the "accessory position" before HomeLink
®
can be programmed or used. It can be a good
idea to put new batteries in the remote con-
trol being replaced by HomeLink ®
for faster
programming and better radio signal trans-
mission. The HomeLink ®
buttons should be
reset before programming.
WARNING While HomeLink
®
is being programmed, the
garage door or gate being programmed may
be activated. Make sure that no one is near
the door or gate during programming. When
programming a garage door opener, it is
advised to park outside of the garage. 1.
Point the remote control at the HomeLink ®
button to be programmed and hold it about
2-8 cm (1-3 inches) from the button. Do not
obstruct the HomeLink ®
indicator light.
Note: Some remote controls are more effec-
tive at programming HomeLink ®
from a dis-
tance of about 15-20 cm (6-12 inches). Try
moving the remote control closer or further
away if you are experiencing any difficulties
programming.
2.
Press and hold both the remote control but-
ton and the HomeLink ®
button to be pro-
grammed.
3. Do not release the buttons until the indicator light has stopped flashing slowly (about once
a second) and either flashes quickly (about
10 times a second) or glows steadily.
>Steady glow: Indication that program-
ming is complete. Press the programmed
button twice to activate.
Flashing quickly: The device being pro-
grammed with HomeLink ®
may have a
security function that requires an extra
step. Try pressing the programmed button
twice to see whether the programming
works. Otherwise, continue with the fol-
lowing steps. 4. Locate the "training" button
13
on the
receiver for the e.g. garage door opener. It is
usually located near the antenna bracket on
the receiver.
5.

Press and release the "training" button once.
Programming must be completed within 30
seconds after pressing the button.
6. Press and release the HomeLink ®
button to
be programmed. Repeat the press/hold/
release sequence a second time. For some
receivers, the sequence may need to be
repeated a third time.
> Programming is now completed and the garage door, gate, etc. should now be
activated when the programmed button is
pressed.
If you experience any difficulties programming,
please contact HomeLink ®
at: 12
Certain markets only.
13 The name and color of the button varies depending on the manufacturer.

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* Option/accessory.
480 www.HomeLink.com, www.youtube.com/
HomeLinkGentex or call 1-800-355-3515.
Programming individual buttons
To program an individual HomeLink
®
button:
1. Press and hold the desired button for about 20 seconds.
2. When the indicator light on HomeLink ®
starts flashing slowly, it is possible to pro-
gram as usual.
Note: If the button you are reprogramming
does not program with a new device, it will
return to the previously saved programming.
Resetting the HomeLink ®
buttons
It is only possible to reset all HomeLink ®
buttons
at once. It is not possible to reset individual but-
tons. Individual buttons can only be reprogram-
med.
– Press and hold the outer buttons (1 and 3)
on HomeLink ®
for about 10 seconds.
>

When the indicator light goes from a
steady glow to flashing, the buttons have
been reset and are ready for reprogram-
ming.
Related information
• Using HomeLink (p. 480)
• HomeLink ®
* (p. 478)
• Type approval for HomeLink ®
* (p. 481) Using HomeLink
Once HomeLink ®
is programmed, it can be
used instead of the separate remote controls.
Press and hold the programming button. The
garage door, gate, alarm system, etc. will be acti-
vated (this may take several seconds). If the but-
ton is held down for more than 20 seconds,
reprogramming will begin. The indicator light will
glow steadily or flash when the button has been
pressed. The original remote controls may be
used concurrently with HomeLink ®
if desired.
NOTE If the ignition is off, HomeLink
®
works for
30 minutes after the driver's door has been
opened.
WARNING •
If you use HomeLink ®
to open a garage
door or gate, be sure no one is near the
gate or door while it is in motion.
• Do not use HomeLink ®
with any garage
door opener that lacks safety stop and
reverse features as required by US fed-
eral safety standards (this includes any
garage door opener model manufactured
before April 1, 1982). A garage door that
cannot detect an object - signaling the
door to stop and reverse - does not meet
current U.S. federal safety standards. For
more information, contact HomeLink at:
www.homelink.com.
Related information
• HomeLink ®
* (p. 478)
• Programming HomeLink ®
* (p. 479)
• Type approval for HomeLink ®
* (p. 481)

AUDIO, MEDIA AND INTERNET
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* Option/accessory. 505
Information about a notification
If any notifications have been displayed on the
screen, tap one for more detailed information (i.e.,
the location of the weather problem on a map
and a description of the situation).
If a phone number is available in a notification, a
Call button will be displayed. Tap this button for additional information.
Related information
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* (p. 502)
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* - Fuel (p. 505)
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* - Sports (p. 506)
• SiriusXM Travel Link ®
* - Weather (p. 503) SiriusXM Travel Link
®
* - Fuel 5
This SiriusXM Travel Link service provides infor-
mation and guidance to service stations near the
vehicle providing the type of fuel that you prefer/
require for your vehicle.
From the SiriusXM Travel Link home screen, to
show fuel information:
– Tap the
Fuel button to display the main fuel
screen.
The following categories are shown:
• Search (the magnifying glass icon)
• Nearby
• Recommended
• Favorites
• Brands
Tap one of the alternatives to display its screen.
NOTE In each of the categories listed, tapping the
Select fuel type button near the bottom of
the screen opens a sub-view where you can
specify the type of fuel preferred/required
(Regular, Midrange, Premium, Diesel,
Electric 120V, etc.) Tap Done to return to
the previous screen.
SearchTap the magnifying glass icon. If the function is
supported in the current context, a keyboard will
appear on the screen. Enter the text of your
choice and tap Search for detailed information if
available.
NearbyTap for a list of service stations in the vicinity of
the vehicle, with the nearest station at the top of
the list.
The following information will be provided where
available:
• For vehicles using gasoline, the price infor-
mation for regular gasoline (unless another
grade/type of fuel has been selected in
Select fuel type)
• For electric vehicles/hybrids, information
about charging stations, showing the total
number of charging ports and the number of
ports currently not in use
• the distance to the station
• a star icon to set the service station as a
favorite
Tap the name of a service station to display more
detailed information.
For guidance to the service station, tap the Start
navigation or Add as waypoint buttons. See 5
This service is not available in Canada.

LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
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WARNINGIn a head-on collision at a speed of 50 km/h
(30 mph), an unsecured object weighing 20
kg (44 pounds) can reach a projectile weight
equivalent to 1000 kg (2200 pounds).
WARNING
If objects are loaded higher than the upper
edge of the side windows, leave a 10 cm (4
in.) space between the objects and the win-
dow. Objects placed closer to this could
impede the function of the inflatable curtain
concealed inside the headlining.
WARNING
Always secure the load. Otherwise, it may shift
during heavy braking and injure people in the
vehicle.
Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with
something soft.
Turn off the engine and apply the parking
brake when loading/unloading long objects.
Otherwise, it is possible for the load to reach
the gear lever or gear selector and move it to
a drive position – which could cause the vehi-
cle to begin rolling.
Extra cargo space
The rear seat backrests can be folded down to
increase cargo compartment space and simplify
loading. If the rear seat backrests are folded down, make sure that no objects loaded into the
vehicle prevent the WHIPS system for the front
seats from functioning correctly.
Raising/lowering the rear end of the
vehicle*
The rear end of the vehicle can be lowered or
raised for easier loading or to facilitate attaching
a trailer*.
The controls for raising/lowering are located at
the rear edge of the cargo compartment's right
side panel. Controls for raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle.
The controls consist of two buttons ‒ one button
for lowering and one button for raising the rear
end. Press and hold the relevant button until the
desired height is reached.
The rear end of the vehicle cannot be raised
higher than its normal height. The rear end will return to the normal height
when the vehicle begins driving.
NOTE It is not possible to adjust the height of the
vehicle's rear when one or more of the doors
or the hood is open. This does not apply to
the tailgate.
WARNING
Make sure that no people, animals or objects
are found under the vehicle when it is low-
ered. This could endanger life and cause
damage to the vehicle or objects.
Related information
•
Load anchoring eyelets (p. 589)
• Folding the second row backrests (p. 192)
• Roof loads and load carriers (p. 588)
• Leveling control* and suspension (p. 450)
• Weights (p. 659)

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Monthly:
•
Check cold tire pressure in all tires. Inspect
the tires for wear.
• Check that engine coolant and other fluid
levels are between the indicated "min" and
"max" markings.
• Clean interior glass surfaces with a glass
cleaner and soft paper towels.
• Wipe driver information displays with a soft
cloth.
• Visually inspect battery terminals for corro-
sion. Corrosion may indicate a loose terminal
connector, or a battery near the end of its
useful service life. Consult your Volvo retailer
for additional information.
As needed:
Wash the car, including the undercarriage, to
reduce wear that can be caused by a buildup of
dirt, and corrosion that can be caused by salt res-
idues.
Clean leaves and twigs from air intake vents at
the base of the windshield, and from other places
where they may collect.
NOTE Complete service information for qualified
technicians is available online for purchase or
subscription at www.volvotechinfo.com.
Related information
•
Vehicle status (p. 602)
• Scheduling service and repairs (p. 603)
• Connecting equipment to the vehicle's data
link connector (p. 36)
• Technician certification (p. 37)
• Climate control system service (p. 608)
• Maintenance of the brake system (p. 432)
• Engine compartment overview (p. 609) Data transfer between vehicle and
workshop over Wi-Fi
Volvo workshops have a designated Wi-Fi net-
work for secure data transfer between your vehi-
cle and the workshop. Your visit to the workshop
will be easier and more effective when diagnos-
tics information and software can be transferred
over the workshop's network.
When you arrive at the workshop, your technician
can connect your vehicle to the workshop's Wi-Fi
network to perform troubleshooting and down-
load software. For this type of communication,
the vehicle only connects to the workshop's net-
work. The vehicle can only be connected to the
designated workshop networks, not to any other
network, e.g. your home network.
Manual connection to workshop Wi-FiManual connection is usually performed by a
service technician. Because the technician uses
the buttons on your remote key to connect the
vehicle, it is important that you bring a key with
buttons when taking the vehicle in to a workshop.
Pressing the lock button on the remote key three
times will connect the vehicle to the workshop's
Wi-Fi network.
When the car is connected to a Wi-Fi network,
the symbol appears in the center display.