2019 VOLVO XC90 TWIN ENGINE keyless

KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
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In rear door*Lock button with indicator light in rear door.
Illuminated indicator lights in each door indicate
that that particular door is locked. If any door is
unlocked and opened, the indicator light in that
door will go out. The lights in the other doors will
remain illuminated.
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Lock confirmation settings (p. 243)
Welcome Light (p. 161)
Using home safe lighting (p. 161) Lock confirmation settings
Settings for how the vehicle confirms locking
and unlocking can be adjusted in the center dis-
play's Settings menu.
Locking response:
1.
Tap Settings in the center display's Top
view.
2.

Tap My Car Locking
.
3. Tap Visible Locking Feedback to deacti-
vate the function or to select when the vehi-
cle should provide a visible response: during
Lock, Unlock or Both.
4.

Select to receive an audible response when
locking the vehicle by marking Audible
Locking Feedback.
Folding door mirrors* confirmation:
1. Tap Settings in the center display's Top
view.
2.

Tap My Car Mirrors and Convenience
.
3. Select Fold Mirror When Locked to acti-
vate or deactivate the function.
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Lock indication (p. 242) Remote key
The remote key is used to lock and unlock doors
and the tailgate. The remote key must be in the
vehicle in order to start the engine. Remote control key
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, on left, and button-less key ((Key
Tag)*), on right.
The remote key is not physically used to start the
ignition because the vehicle is standard-equipped
with keyless start (Passive Start).
To start the vehicle, the key must be in the front
section of the passenger compartment, e.g. in the
driver's pocket or in a cup holder in the tunnel
console. 3
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244 The keyless system for locking/unlocking the
doors and tailgate (Passive Entry*) is available as
an option. This system has a range in a semicircle
with a radius of approximately 1.5 meter (5 feet)
out from the driver's door and approx. 1 meter
(3 feet) out from the tailgate.
With keyless start in combination with keyless
locking and unlocking, the remote key can be
located anywhere in the passenger compartment
or cargo compartment in order to start the
engine.
Each remote key supplied with the vehicle can be
linked to a driver profile with unique settings for
the vehicle. When a key with a specific profile is
used, the vehicle settings are adjusted according
to that profile.
Buttonless key, Key TagFor vehicles equipped with keyless locking and
unlocking*, a smaller, lighter and button-less key
(Key Tag 4
) is also provided. It works the same
way as the regular remote key as regard keyless
start and keyless locking and unlocking. The key
is waterproof up to a depth of approx. 10 meters
(30 feet) for up to 60 minutes. It does not have a
detachable key blade and its battery cannot be
replaced.
Remote key buttons The remote key has four buttons, one on the left side
and three on the right
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. Locking - Press once to lock the doors,
tailgate and fuel filler door and arm the
alarm.
Press and hold to close all windows. Unlocking - Press once to unlock the
doors and tailgate and disarm the alarm.
Press and hold to open all windows at the
same time. This total airing function can be
used to e.g. quickly air out the vehicle in hot
weather. Tailgate - Unlock and disarm the tailgate
only. On vehicles equipped with the power
tailgate*, press and hold to automatically
open the tailgate. Press and hold to close an open tailgate (an audible warning signal will
be given). Panic alarm - Used to attract attention in
emergency situations. Press and hold the
button for at least 3 seconds or press twice
within 3 seconds to activate the turn signals
and horn. To deactivate, wait at least 5 sec-
onds and press the button again. If no action
is taken, the panic alarm will deactivate auto-
matically after 3 minutes.
WARNING If anyone is left in the vehicle, make sure that
power to the power windows and panoramic
roof* is cut off by always taking the remote
key with you when you leave the vehicle. 4
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NOTEBe aware of the risk of locking the remote
key in the vehicle.
If the remote key or Key Tag is left in the
vehicle, it will be deactivated when the
vehicle is locked and the alarm set using
another valid key. The deactivated key will
be reactivated when the vehicle is
unlocked.
If the remote key or Red Key is left in the
vehicle, it will be deactivated even if the
vehicle is locked using Volvo On Call, and
will be reactivated when the vehicle is
unlocked using Volvo On Call or by
pressing the unlock button on the key.
InterferenceElectromagnetic fields or obstructing objects may
interfere with the remote key's functions for key-
less start and keyless locking and unlocking*.
NOTE Avoid storing the remote control key near
metal objects or electronic devices, e.g. cell
phones, tablets, laptops or chargers – pref-
erably no closer than 10-15 cm (4-6 in.).
If you experience interference, use the remote
key's detachable blade to unlock the vehicle and place the remote key in the backup key reader in
the tunnel console cup holder to disarm the
alarm.
NOTE When the remote control key is placed in the
cup holder, make sure that no other vehicle
keys, metal objects or electronic devices (e.g.
cell phones, tablets, laptops or chargers) are
found in the cup holder. Multiple vehicle keys
close to each other in the cup holder can dis-
rupt their functionality.
WARNING
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining a pas-
senger vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To mini-
mize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do
not idle the engine except as necessary, serv-
ice your vehicle in a well ventilated area and
wear gloves or wash your hands frequently
when servicing your vehicle. For more infor-
mation go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle.
Related information

Locking and unlocking using the remote key
(p. 246)
Remote key range (p. 248)
Replacing the remote key's battery (p. 249)
Detachable key blade (p. 254)
Electronic immobilizer (p. 257)
Linking a remote key to a driver profile
(p. 138)

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246 Locking and unlocking using the
remote key
All doors and tailgate can be locked and
unlocked simultaneously using the buttons on
the remote key.
Locking with remote key Remote key
5
.
– Press the button on the remote key to
lock.
To activate the locking sequence, the driver's
door must be closed 6
. If any of the other doors or
the tailgate are open, they will be locked and the
alarm will be armed once they are closed.
NOTE Be aware of the risk of locking the remote
key in the vehicle.
If the remote key or Key Tag is left in the
vehicle, it will be deactivated when the
vehicle is locked and the alarm set using
another valid key. The deactivated key will
be reactivated when the vehicle is
unlocked.
If the remote key or Red Key is left in the
vehicle, it will be deactivated even if the
vehicle is locked using Volvo On Call, and
will be reactivated when the vehicle is
unlocked using Volvo On Call or by
pressing the unlock button on the key.
Locking when the tailgate is open
NOTE If the vehicle is locked and the tailgate is still
open, make sure that the remote key is not
left in the cargo compartment when the tail-
gate is closed and the entire vehicle is
locked
7
.
Unlocking with remote key
– Press the button on the remote key to
unlock.
Automatic relocking
If none of the doors or tailgate are opened within
two minutes after being unlocked, they will auto-
matically relock. This function reduces the risk of
inadvertently leaving the vehicle unlocked.
Remote key not working
NOTE Move closer to the vehicle and try to unlock it
again.
If the remote key is not working to lock or unlock
the vehicle, its battery may be discharged. Use
the detachable key blade to lock/unlock the driv-
er's door instead.
Related information

Settings for remote and inside door unlock
(p. 247)
Unlocking the tailgate using the remote key
(p. 247)
Remote key (p. 243) 5
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6 If the vehicle is equipped with keyless locking/unlocking, all side door\
s must be closed.
7 If the vehicle is equipped with keyless locking/unlocking and the key is\
detected inside the vehicle, the tailgate will not lock when it is clos\
ed.*

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248 1.
Press the button on the remote key.
>

The lock and alarm indicator on the dash-
board will go out to indicate that the vehi-
cle is no longer fully armed.
The tailgate will be unlocked but remain
closed. However, the side doors will
remain locked and armed.
Press lightly on the rubberized pressure
plate under the tailgate handle to open
the tailgate.
If the tailgate is not opened within
2 minutes, it will be relocked and the
alarm armed.
2. With the optional power tailgate* -
Hold and press (about 1.5 seconds) the button on the remote key
>

The tailgate will unlock and open. How-
ever, the side doors will remain locked and
armed.
Related information
Locking and unlocking using the remote key
(p. 246)
Opening and closing the power tailgate*
(p. 266) Remote key range
In order to function correctly, the remote key
must be within a certain distance from the vehi-
cle.
Manual useThe remote key's functions for e.g. locking and
unlocking, which are activated by pressing or
, have a range of approx. 20 meters (65 feet)
from the vehicle.
If the vehicle's locks do not react, move closer
and try again.
Keyless use 8 The shaded areas around the vehicle illustrate the range
of the system's antennas.For keyless use, a remote key or the Key Tag
must be within the shaded areas shown in the
illustration, i.e. a semicircle with a radius of
approx. 1.5 meter (5 feet) along the sides of the
vehicle or approx. 1 meter (3 feet) from the tail-
gate.
NOTE The functions of the remote control key can
be disrupted by ambient radio waves, build-
ings, topographical conditions, etc. The vehi-
cle can always be locked/unlocked using the
key blade.
If the remote key is removed from the
vehicle
If the remote key is removed from the
vehicle while the engine is running, the
warning message
Vehicle key not
found Removed from vehicle will be
displayed in the instrument panel and an audible
signal will sound when the last door is closed. The message will disappear when the key is
returned to the vehicle and the O button on the
right-side steering wheel keypad is pressed or
when the last door is closed again.
8 Models equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive Entry*) only.

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Related information
Remote key (p. 243)
Antenna locations for the start and lock sys-
tem (p. 262)
Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces*
(p. 258) Replacing the remote key's battery
The battery in the remote key must be replaced
when it is discharged.
NOTE All batteries have a limited service life and
must eventually be replaced (does not apply
for Key Tag). The battery's service life varies
depending on how often the vehicle/key is
used.
The remote key battery should be replaced if:
the information symbol illuminates and
the message Vehicle key bat. low
See Owner's manual is displayed in
the instrument panel and/or
the locks do not react after several attempts
to lock or unlock the vehicle using the
remote key within approx. 20 meter (65 feet)
from the vehicle.
NOTE Move closer to the vehicle and try to unlock it
again. The battery in the smaller key without buttons
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(the Key Tag) cannot be replaced. A new key can
be ordered from an authorized Volvo workshop.
CAUTION An end-of-life Key Tag must be turned in to
an authorized Volvo workshop. The key must
be deleted from the vehicle because it can
still be used to start the vehicle via backup
start.
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This key is provided with vehicles equipped with keyless locking/unlocki\
ng (Passive Entry*).

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CAUTION Be sure to dispose of end-of-life batteries in
a way that protects the environment.
WARNING
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining a pas-
senger vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to the
State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. To mini-
mize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do
not idle the engine except as necessary, serv-
ice your vehicle in a well ventilated area and
wear gloves or wash your hands frequently
when servicing your vehicle. For more infor-
mation go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/
passenger-vehicle.
Related information

Remote key (p. 243) Ordering additional remote keys
Two remote keys are provided with the vehicle.
One Key Tag is also included if the vehicle is
equipped with keyless locking/unlocking*. Addi-
tional keys can be ordered.
A total of 12 keys can be programmed and used
for the same vehicle. An additional driver profile
will be added for each new remote key. This also
applies to the key tag.
Loss of a remote keyIf you lose your remote key, you can order a
replacement from a workshop - an authorized
Volvo workshop is recommended. Bring the other
remaining remote keys to the workshop. As an
anti-theft measure, the code of the lost remote
key must be erased from the system.
The current number of keys registered for the
vehicle can be checked via driver profiles in the
center display's Top view. Select Settings System Driver Profiles
.
NOTE Volvo recommends that you order a new or
duplicate remote control key from an author-
ized Volvo workshop.
You can also obtain additional or duplicate
remote control keys from certain independent
repair facilities and locksmiths that are quali-
fied to make remote control keys. Each key
must be programmed to work with your vehi-
cle.
A list of independent repair facilities and/or
locksmiths known to Volvo that can cut and
code replacement keys can be found:

on Volvo's website www.volvocars.com/us
by calling Volvo Customer Care
1-800-458-1552.
Related information
Remote key (p. 243)

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Speed reminder (On/Off):
Setting interval: 0-250 km/h (0-160 mph)
Default setting: 50, 70 and 90 km/h (30, 45
and 55 mph)
Increments: 1 km/h (1 mph)
Maximum number of simultaneous remind-
ers: 6
Driver support functionsThe following driver support functions will always
be active for a Red Key user:
Blind Spot Information (BLIS)*
Lane Keeping Aid (LKA)*
Distance Alert*
City Safety
Driver Alert Control (DAC)*
Road Sign Information*
Related information
Red Key - restricted remote key* (p. 253) Detachable key blade
The remote key contains a detachable metal key
blade that can be used to activate a number of
functions and preform certain actions.
A Volvo workshop can provide you with the key
blade's unique code, which is recommended in
case you need to order a new key blade.
Using the detachable key bladeThe detachable key blade can be used to:
manually open the left-side front door if cen-
tral locking cannot be activated with the
remote key.
emergency lock all doors.
activate/deactivate the rear door mechanical
child safety locks.
The button-less Key Tag 10
does not have a
detachable key blade. If needed, use the standard
remote key's detachable key blade.
Detaching the key blade Hold the remote key with the front side
(with the Volvo logo) facing up and move the
button on the key ring section to the right.
Slide the front cover slightly upward. The cover will loosen and can be
removed from the key. Remove the key blade by pulling it up.
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Supplied with vehicles equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive\
Entry*).