2020 VOLVO XC60 TWIN ENGINE tire type

WHEELS AND TIRES
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Tread wear indicatorThe tread wear indicator shows the status of the tire's tread.
The tread wear indicator is a narrow elevated strip running across the tire's longitudinaltread grooves. The letters TWI (Tread WearIndicator) are visible on the side of the tire.When approximately 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) is lefton the tread, the tread will be at the sameheight as the tread wear indicator. Replace thetire as soon as possible. Tires with low treadoffer very poor traction in rain or snow.
Related information
Tires (p. 538)
Tire terminology
The following is a glossary of tire-related terms.
The tire suppliers may have additional mark- ings, notes or warnings such as standard load,radial tubeless, etc.
Tire information placard
: A placard
showing the OE (Original Equipment) tiresizes, recommended inflation pressure,and the maximum weight the vehicle cancarry.
Tire Identification Number (TIN)
: A num-
ber on the sidewall of each tire providinginformation about the tire brand and man-ufacturing plant, tire size and date of man-ufacture.
Inflation pressure
: A measure of the
amount of air in a tire.
Standard load
: A class of P-metric or
Metric tires designed to carry a maximumload at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metrictires]. Increasing the inflation pressurebeyond this pressure will not increase thetires load carrying capability.
Extra load
: A class of P-metric or Metric
tires designed to carry a heavier maximumload at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metrictires]. Increasing the inflation pressurebeyond this pressure will not increase thetire's load carrying capability.
kPa
: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pres-
sure.
PSI
: Pounds per square inch, a standard
unit of air pressure.
B-pillar
: The structural member at the
side of the vehicle behind the front door.
Bead area of the tire
: Area of the tire next
to the rim.
Sidewall of the tire
: Area between the
bead area and the tread.
Tread area of the tire
: Area of the perime-
ter of the tire that contacts the road whenmounted on the vehicle.
Rim
: The metal support (wheel) for a tire
or a tire and tube assembly upon whichthe tire beads are seated.
Maximum load rating
: a figure indicating
the maximum load in pounds and kilo-grams that can be carried by the tire. Thisrating is established by the tire manufac-turer.
Maximum permissible inflationpressure
: the greatest amount of air pres-
sure that should ever be put in the tire.This limit is set by the tire manufacturer.
Recommended tire inflation pressure
:
inflation pressure, established by Volvo,which is based on the type of tires that aremounted on a vehicle at the factory. Thisinformation can be found on the tire infla-

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If one of the front tires needs to be replaced with a spare tire:
1. Use the spare tire to replace the rear tire
on the same side of the vehicle as the flat tire.
2. Move the rear tire to the front to replace the flat tire.
Related information
Spare wheel (p. 557)
Tool kit (p. 552)
Removing a wheel (p. 554)
Snow tires
Snow tires are designed for winter driving conditions.
Volvo recommends snow tires with specific dimensions. The tire dimensions vary depend-ing on engine type. When driving with snowtires, the correct type of tires must be moun-ted on all four wheels.
NOTE
Contact a Volvo dealer for advice on the best choice of rims and tires.
Tips for changing snow tiresWhen switching between regular tires and snow tires, mark the tires according to whichside they were mounted on, e.g. L for left and
R for right.
Studded tiresStudded tires should be broken in by driving500–1000 km (300–600 miles) slowly andgently to help the studs settle properly in thetires. This gives the tire, and especially thestuds, a longer service life.
NOTE
Regulations regarding the use of studded tires vary from country to country.
Tread depthRoad conditions with ice, slush and low tem- peratures place considerably higher demandson tires than summer conditions. Volvo there-fore recommends not driving on snow tiresthat have a tread depth of less than 4 mm(0.15 inch).
Related information
When changing wheels (p. 552)
Winter driving (p. 442)
Tread wear indicator (p. 541)

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Snow chainsUsing snow chains and/or snow tires can help improve traction in winter driving condi-tions.
Volvo does not recommend use of snow chains on wheel dimensions larger than18 inches. For Polestar Engineered, Volvodoes not recommend use of snow chains onwheel dimensions other than 8.5x21 ET 38.5255/40.
WARNING
Use Volvo genuine snow chains or equiva- lent snow chains that are suitable for thevehicle model and the tire and wheel sizes.Only one-sided snow chains are permit-
ted. If uncertain about snow chains, Volvo rec- ommends contacting an authorized Volvoworkshop. Use of the wrong snow chainscould cause serious damage to the vehicleand result in an accident.
CAUTION
Snow chains can be used on the vehicle, with the following restrictions:
Always follow the manufacturer'sinstallation instructions carefully. Installchains as tightly as possible andretighten periodically.
Only put snow chains on the frontwheels (also applies to all-wheel drivevehicles).
If accessory, aftermarket or "custom"tires and wheels with different dimen-sions than the original tires and wheelsare used, snow chains in some casesmay NOT be used. Sufficient distancebetween the chains and brakes, sus-pension and body components mustbe maintained.
Check local regulations regarding theuse of snow chains before installing.
Never exceed the snow chain manu-facturer's specified maximum speedlimit. Under no circumstances shouldyou exceed 50 km/h (30 mph).
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turnswhen driving with snow chains.
Avoid driving on surfaces withoutsnow as this wears out both the snowchains and the tires.
The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving withchains. Avoid fast or sharp turns aswell as locked wheel braking.
Some types of strap-on chains affectbrake components and therefore mustNOT be used.
Consult a Volvo retailer for more information about snow chains.
Related information
Winter driving (p. 442)

SPECIFICATIONS
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Approved tire pressure The following tire pressures are recom- mended by Volvo for your vehicle. Refer tothe tire inflation placard for information spe-cific to the tires installed on your vehicle atthe factory.
Tire dimensions
Cold tire pressure for up to five persons
Front
psi (kPa) Rear
psi (kPa)
235/60 R18 235/55 R19255/45 R20 35 (240)
35 (240)
255/40 R21265/35 R22 38 (260)
38 (260)
Temporary spare tireT125/80R18 60 (420)
60 (420)
Related information
Type designations (p. 654)
Checking tire pressure (p. 545)
Recommended tire pressure (p. 547)

INDEX
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S
Safety 44pregnancy 45
Safety belt, see Seat belt 49
Safety defects, reporting 46
Safety mode 63 starting/moving 64
Sealing compound 561
Seat, see Seats 188
Seat belt reminder 53
Seat belts 49 Automatic locking retractor/Emer-
gency locking retractor 67
buckling/unbuckling 50
pregnancy 45
seat belt reminder 53
seat belt tensioner 52
securing child restraint systems 69, 71, 74
Seat belt tensioner 52 resetting 53
Seats heating 216, 217
manual front seat 188
power front seats 189
store position 190, 191
ventilation 217
whiplash protection 48
Security code 266 Sensors air quality 209
Camera unit 312
climate 204
Radar unit 309
Sensus connection and entertainment 32
Sensus Navigation Road Sign Information 343
Service position 649
Service program 590
Set time interval for Distance Alert 303settings Categories 138
contextual 136
resetting 137
Shiftlock 420
Side airbag 62
Side Impact Protection System 62
SIM card 519
SIPS (Side Impact Protection System) 62 Sirius Satellite radio Travel link 486SiriusXM ® Satellite radio
traffic information 482, 483, 484
Ski hatch 580
Slippery conditions 442, 443
Slippery road conditions 443
Snow chains 560
Software updates 35
Sound experience 471
Sound settings 470, 513 phone 514
playing media 492, 493
text message 513
Spare tire 557 handling 558
Speed camera information 343 Speed Limiter change speed 302
Speed symbols, tires 542
Spin control 273
Stability and traction control system 273 sport mode 274, 275
Symbols and messages 276
Stains 633, 635, 636, 637 Start and lock system type designations 252

INDEX
680Tire tread 541
Tools 552Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems) 75
Top view 135
Total airing function 238
Towbar 455
removable, attaching, installing,
mounting 455
removable, removing, detaching 455
retractable 453
Towing 461
Towing capacity and towball load 660
Towing eyelet 461TPMS - Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys-
tem 547
Traction control 273
Traffic information 478 Trailer driving with a trailer 457
Lamps 460
swaying 459
Trailer Stability Assist 274 trailer 459
Trailer stabilizer 274, 459
Trailer towing trailer hitch 455
Transmission 416 automatic 417, 418
Transmission fluid grade 663
Travel Link 486 Fuel 489
Notifications 488
Sports 490
weather 487
Tread depth 541 winter tires 559
Tread wear indicator 541
Trip computer 91 display in instrument panel 93
Trip odometer 91
Trip odometer resetting 94
Trip statistics 94 settings 95
Troubleshooting Adaptive Cruise Control 287
Camera unit 313
City Safety 328
Radar unit 313
TSA - Trailer Stability Assist 459
Tunnel detection 159Turn off engine 404
Turn signals 162Twin Engine general 384
Type approval HomeLink ® 466
radar system 310
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading 544
Units 135 Unlocking settings 241
with key blade 250
USB socket for connecting media 498
V
Vehicle care 638, 639, 641, 642, 643, 644
leather upholstery 636
Vehicle Event Data 35 Vehicle functions in the center display 125