2020 VOLVO S90 wiper blades

STARTING AND DRIVING
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Slippery driving conditionsTo help optimize traction and roadholding, Volvo recommends using snow tires on allwheels whenever there is a risk of snow or iceon the road.
NOTE
Certain countries require use of winter tires by law. Not all countries permit the use ofstudded tires.
Practice driving on slippery surfaces under controlled conditions to learn how the vehiclereacts.
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Snow tires (p. 521)
Snow chains (p. 522)
Braking on salted roads (p. 385)
Braking on wet roads (p. 384)
Filling washer fluid (p. 607)
Start battery (p. 567)
Replacing windshield wiper blades(p. 605)
Refilling coolant (p. 556)
Driving through standing water
It may be necessary to drive the vehicle through standing water, e.g. deep puddles orflooding on the road. This must be done withgreat caution.
The vehicle can be driven through water up to a depth of 25 cm (9 in) at no more than walk-ing speed. Be particularly careful when drivingthrough flowing water. When driving through standing water, drive slowly and do not stop the vehicle. When youhave passed the water, press lightly on thebrake pedal and check that the brakes arefunctioning properly. Water, mud, slush, etc.can make the brake linings slippery, resultingin delayed braking effect. If the vehicle is equipped with contacts for an electric heater or trailer coupling, cleanthese after driving in water or mud.
Do not allow the vehicle to stand in waterup to the sills any longer than absolutelynecessary. This could result in electricalmalfunctions.
CAUTION
Engine damage could occur if water enters the air cleaner.
If water enters the transmission, thelubricating ability of the oils is reducedand the service life of these systems isshortened.
Damage to any component, engine,transmission, turbocharger, differentialor its internal components caused byflooding, vapor lock or insufficient oil isnot covered under warranty.
If the engine stalls while the vehicle isin water, do not attempt to restart it.Have the vehicle towed out of thewater to a workshop. An authorizedVolvo workshop is recommended. Riskof engine failure.
CAUTION
Because it can be difficult to determine the water depth, Volvo recommends not driv-ing through standing or running water. Thedriver is always responsible for operatingthe vehicle in a safe manner and adheringto all applicable laws and regulations.
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Recovery (p. 425)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Cleaning floor mats and inlay mats (p. 593)
Cleaning leather upholstery
* (p. 594)
Cleaning the leather steering wheel(p. 595)
Cleaning the exterior
The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. This makes the vehicle easierto clean because dirt does not attach asstrongly. It also reduces the risk of scratchesand keeps the vehicle looking new. Wash thevehicle in a car wash or garage with an oilseparator and use car washing detergent.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 600)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 601)
Cleaning rims (p. 602)
Corrosion protection (p. 602)
Polishing and waxing
Polish and wax the vehicle when the paint is matte or to provide extra protection. Thevehicle does not need to be polished until it isat least a year old. However, it can be waxedduring the first year. Do not polish or wax thevehicle in direct sunlight. The surface of thevehicle should not be warmer than 45 °C(113 °F).
Wash and dry the vehicle very carefully before polishing or waxing. Removeasphalt and tar stains with asphaltremover or paint thinner. More stubbornstains can be removed with a grindingpaste designed for vehicle paint.
Use polish first and then liquid or pastewax. Follow the instructions on the pack-age carefully. Many products contain bothpolish and wax.
A wide range of polymer-based waxes canbe purchased today. These waxes are easyto use and produce a long-lasting, high-gloss finish that protects the bodyworkagainst oxidation, road dirt and fading.

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CAUTION
Avoid waxing and polishing plastic and rubber. If using degreaser on plastic and rubber, only rub (if necessary) with slight pressure.Use a soft sponge. Polishing glossy trim moldings can wear away or damage the glossy surface layer. Polish containing abrasives must not be used.
CAUTION
Only use paintwork treatments recom- mended by Volvo. Other treatments, suchas preservation, sealing, protection, lustersealing or similar, could damage the paint-work. Paintwork damage caused by suchtreatments are not covered by Volvo's war-ranty.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 600)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 601)
Cleaning rims (p. 602)
Corrosion protection (p. 602)
Hand washing
The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. This makes the vehicle easierto clean because dirt does not attach asstrongly. It also reduces the risk of scratchesand keeps the vehicle looking new. Wash thevehicle in a car wash or garage with an oilseparator and use car washing detergent.
Important to keep in mind when handwashing your vehicle
Avoid washing the vehicle in direct sun- light. This could cause the detergent orwax to dry out and become abrasive.
Remove bird droppings from paintwork assoon as possible. It contains chemicalsthat affect and discolor paintwork veryquickly. Use e.g. soft paper or a spongesoaked in lots of water. Consult an author-ized Volvo workshop for assistanceremoving discoloration.
Hose down the underbody, including thewheel housings and bumper.
Hose down the entire vehicle and removeany loose dirt, droppings etc. to reducethe risk of scratches from washing. Do notspray directly onto locks.
If necessary, use cold degreaser on heavilysoiled surfaces. Note that in such casesthe surfaces must not be hot from the sun.

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Wash using a sponge, car washing deter- gent and plenty of lukewarm water.
Clean the wiper blades with lukewarmsoap solution or car washing detergent.
Dry the vehicle using a clean, soft chamoisor a squeegee. Try not to let drops ofwater dry in strong sunlight. This couldcause water drying stains that may needto be polished out.
In areas with heavy industrial emissions,more frequent washing of the vehicle'sexterior is recommended.
Tar spots from asphalt may remain evenafter washing. Use a tar remover toremove these spots.
WARNING
Always entrust engine washing to a work- shop. If the engine is hot, there is a risk offire.
CAUTION
Dirty headlights do not work as well. Clean them regularly, e.g. when refueling. Do not use corrosive cleaners. Use water and a non-abrasive sponge.
NOTE
Exterior lighting such as headlights and taillights may develop temporary conden-sation on the inside of the lens. This is nor-mal. All exterior lighting is designed toresist this. Condensation is normally ven-ted out of the lamp housing once the lighthas been lit for some period of time.
CAUTION
Make sure that the panoramic roof and sun shade are closed before washingthe vehicle.
Never use abrasive polishing agents onthe panoramic roof.
Never use wax on the rubber sealsaround the panoramic roof.
CAUTION
Remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills after washingthe vehicle.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 600)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 601)
Cleaning rims (p. 602)
Corrosion protection (p. 602)
Settings for automatically activating theparking brake (p. 387)

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Automatic car washes
The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicleclean. It could also lead to paint damage.
Washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash is a fast and easy way to keep your vehi-cle clean, but it does not reach all areas of thevehicle. Volvo recommends washing yourvehicle by hand or supplementing automaticcar washes with a hand wash.
NOTE
Volvo recommends not washing the vehi- cle in an automatic car wash during thefirst few months; the paintwork on newvehicles takes some time to fully harden.
CAUTION
Before driving the vehicle into a car wash, deactivate the Automatic Braking whenStationary and Automatic Parking BrakeApplication functions. If the functions arenot deactivated, the brake system willseize when the vehicle is stationary and thevehicle will not be able to roll.
CAUTION
For automatic car washes in which the vehicle is pulled forward on rolling wheels:
1. Before washing the vehicle, make sure that the automatic rain sensor is deac- tivated. If it is not deactivated andinadvertently starts, the wiper armscould be damaged.
2. To help prevent damage from the auto- matic car wash machinery, make surethat the door mirrors are folded in,antennas retracted or removed, andany auxiliary lights secured.
3. Drive into the automatic car wash.
4. Turn off the "Automatic Braking when Stationary" function using the
but-
ton in the tunnel console.
5. Turn off the "Automatic Parking Brake Application" function in the center dis- play's Top view.
6. Turn off the engine by turning the start knob in the tunnel console clockwise.Hold the knob in position for at least2 seconds.
The vehicle is now ready for the automaticcar wash.
CAUTION
The system will automatically change to P
mode if the above steps are not followed. In P mode, the wheels are locked, which
they should not be when the vehicle isbeing washed in a car wash.
NOTE
Keep in mind that if the vehicle is equipped with the keyless locking and unlocking function *, the doors and tailgate/trunk lid
may open when washing the vehicle if the remote key is within range.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 600)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 601)
Cleaning rims (p. 602)
Corrosion protection (p. 602)
Auto-hold brakes (p. 389)

MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
* Option/accessory.
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Settings for automatically activating the parking brake (p. 387)
Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces
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(p. 248)
High-pressure washing The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicleclean. It could also lead to paint damage.Wash the vehicle in a car wash or garagewith an oil separator. Use a car washingdetergent.
If washing the vehicle with a high-pressure wash, use sweeping movements and keep thenozzle at least 30 cm (13 in.) from the vehicle.Do not spray directly onto locks.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 600)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trimcomponents (p. 601)
Cleaning rims (p. 602)
Corrosion protection (p. 602)
Cleaning the wiper blades The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicleclean. It could also lead to paint damage.Wash the vehicle in a car wash or garagewith an oil separator. Use a car washingdetergent.
Asphalt, dust and salt residue on wiper blades, as well as insects, ice etc. on the windshield,shorten the service life of wiper blades. When cleaning, put the wiper blades in the service position.
NOTE
Wash the wiper blades and windshield regularly with a lukewarm soap solution orvehicle shampoo. Do not use strong sol-vents.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trim components (p. 601)

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CAUTION
Avoid washing the vehicle with cleaner with a pH value below 3.5 or above 11.5.This could cause discoloration of anodizedaluminum components like the roof rail andaround the side windows. Never use metal polishing agent on ano- dized aluminum components. This couldcause discoloration and destroy the sur-face treatment.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 600)
Cleaning rims (p. 602)
Corrosion protection (p. 602)
Cleaning rims
The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. The longer the dirt remains,the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicleclean. It could also lead to paint damage.Wash the vehicle in a car wash or garagewith an oil separator and use car washingdetergent.
Only use rim cleaning products recommended by Volvo. Strong rim cleaning agents could damage the surface and stain the chromed aluminum rims.
Related information
Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning exterior plastic, rubber and trimcomponents (p. 601)
Cleaning rims (p. 602)
Corrosion protection (p. 602)
Corrosion protection Your vehicle is constructed with protection against corrosion.
Corrosion protection for the body consists of modern metallic protective coatings on thesheet metal, a high-quality painting process,corrosion-protected and minimized metaloverlap, and shielding plastic components,abrasion protection and supplemental rustinhibitor in exposed areas. In the chassis,exposed components of the wheel suspensionare made of corrosion-resistant cast alumi-num.
Inspection and maintenanceThe corrosion protection does not normallyrequire maintenance, but keeping the vehicleclean helps reduce the risk of corrosion. Theuse of strong alkaline or acidic cleaning fluidsshould be avoided on shiny body components.Any stone chips in the paint should betouched up as soon as they are discovered.
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Cleaning the exterior (p. 596)
Polishing and waxing (p. 596)
Hand washing (p. 597)
Automatic car washes (p. 599)
High-pressure washing (p. 600)
Cleaning the wiper blades (p. 600)

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Sample color code (1): Canadian models.
Exterior color code
Secondary exterior color code (if applica- ble)
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Paintwork (p. 603)
Touching up minor paint damage (p. 603)
Replacing windshield wiper blades
The wiper blades help remove water from the windshield. Along with the washer fluid, theyare designed to clean the glass and helpimprove visibility while driving. The wiperblades can be replaced.Raise the wiper arms to the service posi- tion. Service position is activated/deacti-vated via the function view in the centerdisplay when the car is stationary and thewindshield wipers are not on. Press thebutton on the wiper blade attachment andpull the wiper blade straight out, parallelwith 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 windshield.
Wiper blades come in varying lengths