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3. Disconnect the device by pulling out the
plug (do not pull on the cord). Pull up the cover when the outlet is not in use or is left unattended.
CAUTION
The maximum power is 150 W.
WARNING
Do not attempt to alter or repair the high- voltage outlet on your own. Volvo recom-mends contacting an authorized Volvoworkshop.
WARNING
Only use accessories that are not dam- aged or malfunctioning. The accesso-ries must be CE marked, UL marked orhave an equivalent safety marking.
Accessories must be designed for 120V and 60 Hz, with plugs intended forthe outlet.
New let outlets, plugs or accessoriescome into contact with water oranother fluid. Do not touch or use theoutlet if it appears damaged or hasbeen in contact with water or anotherfluid.
Do not connect power strips, adaptersor extension cords to the outlet hasthis could cause the outlet's safetyfunctions to malfunction.
The outlet is equipped with a petguard. Make sure that no one picks ator damages the outlet in such a waythat the guard is disabled. Childrenshould not be left unsupervised in thevehicle when the outlet is active.
Failure to follow the above could lead to severe or fatal electrical shocks.
Related information
Electrical outlets (p. 572)
Passenger compartment interior (p. 570)
Using the glove compartment
The glove compartment is located on the pas- senger side. The glove compartment can beused to store the Owner's Manual, maps, etc.There is also room for a pen and a cardholder.
Locking and unlocking the glove box *The glove compartment can be locked when the vehicle is left at a workshop, hotel, etc.The glove compartment can then only belocked/unlocked with the glove compartmentkey.
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Storage compartment for the key. The illustration is generic – the design may vary.The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
To lock the glove compartment:
Insert the key into the lock on the glove compartment.
Turn the key 90 degrees clockwise.
Remove the key from the lock.
–To unlock, perform the above steps in reverse.
Using the glove box as a cooled area *The glove compartment can be used to cool e.g. drinks or food. Cooling is possible when the climate system is active (i.e. when the ignition is in mode II or when the engine is
running).
The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
Activate cooling.
Deactivate cooling.
–Activate or deactivate cooling by moving the control as far as possible toward thepassenger compartment/glove compart-ment.
Related information
Passenger compartment interior (p. 570)
Private Locking (p. 266)
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Sun visors
In the ceiling in front of the driver's and front passenger's seats, there are sun visors thatcan be lowered and angled to the side asnecessary.
The illustration is generic – the design may vary.
The mirror lighting * comes on automatically
when the visor is lifted up. The mirror frame has a holder for e.g. cards or tickets.
Related information
Passenger compartment interior (p. 570)
Cargo compartment
The vehicle has a flexible cargo compartment that makes it possible to carry and securelarge objects.
The cargo capacity of the vehicle can be con- siderably increased by folding down the rearseat backrests. To make loading and unload-ing easier, the rear section of the vehicle canbe raised and lowered using the level control function *. Use the load anchoring eyelets or
grocery bag holders to help secure objects in place, and the retractable cargo compartment cover * to help conceal objects in the cargo
compartment. If the vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire, this is secured to the cargo com-partment floor under the cover. The towingeyelet and tire sealing system are locatedunder the cargo compartment floor.
Related information
Loading recommendations (p. 577)
Grocery bag holders (p. 579)
Load anchoring eyelets (p. 580)
Installing and removing the cargo com- partment cover
* (p. 581)
Loading recommendations
There are a number of things that are impor- tant to consider when carrying loads in or onthe vehicle.
Load-carrying capacity is determined by the vehicle's curb weight. The total weight of allpassengers and any installed accessoriesreduces the vehicle's load-carrying capacity bythe corresponding amount.
WARNING
The vehicle's driving characteristics change depending on the weight and position ofthe load.
Loading the cargo compartment/trunkKeep the following in mind when loading:
Position objects so they are pressing against the rear seat backrests.
Heavy objects should be positioned as lowas possible. Avoid placing heavy objectson folded-down seat backrests.
Cover sharp corners with a soft cloth orsimilar to help prevent damage to theupholstery.
Use the load anchoring eyelets and ten-sioning straps or similar to secure allobjects.
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WARNING
In a head-on collision at a speed of 50 km/h (30 mph), an unsecured objectweighing 20 kg (44 pounds) can reach aprojectile 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 thewindow. Objects placed closer to thiscould impede the function of the inflatablecurtain concealed inside the headlining.
WARNING
Always secure the load. Otherwise, it may shift during heavy braking and injure peo-ple in the vehicle. Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with something soft. Turn off the engine and apply the parking brake when loading/unloading longobjects. Otherwise, it is possible for theload to reach the gear lever or gear selectorand move it to a drive position – whichcould cause the vehicle to begin rolling.
Extra cargo space
The rear seat backrests can be folded down to increase cargo space in the cargo compart- ment/trunk and simplify loading. If the rearseat backrests are folded down, make surethat no objects loaded into the vehicle preventthe WHIPS system for the front seats fromfunctioning correctly. The ski hatch in the rear seat can be folded down to carry skis or other long, thin objects.
Raising/lowering the rear end of the
vehicle *
The rear end of the vehicle can be lowered orraised for easier loading into the cargo com-partment/trunk or to facilitate attaching a trailer*.
The controls for raising/lowering are located at the rear edge of the right side panel in thecargo compartment/trunk.
Controls for raising/lowering the rear end of the vehi- cle.
The controls consist of two buttons ‒ one but-
ton for lowering and one button for raising the rear end. Press and hold the relevant buttonuntil 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 thedoors or the hood is open. This does notapply to the tailgate.
WARNING
Make sure that no people, animals or objects are found under the vehicle when itis lowered. This could endanger life andcause damage to the vehicle or objects.
Related information
Load anchoring eyelets (p. 580)
Folding down the rear seat backrests (p. 198)
Rear seat ski hatch (p. 580)
Roof loads and load carriers (p. 579)
Leveling control
* and suspension (p. 430)
Weights (p. 659)
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Roof loads and load carriers
Volvo-developed load carriers are recom- mended for carrying loads on the roof of thevehicle.
Volvo load carriers are specially designed to help prevent damage to your vehicle and helpensure maximum safety while driving. Volvoload carriers are available from authorizedVolvo retailers. Carefully follow the installation instructions provided with the load carriers. Distribute the load evenly throughout the load carriers. Place heavier cargo at thebottom of the load.
Check periodically to ensure that the loadcarriers and load are properly secured.Secure the load firmly using tie straps orsimilar.
If the load is longer than the vehicle, suchas a canoe or kayak, attach the towingeyelet in its front outlet and secure the tiestraps in it.
The vehicle's wind resistance and fuelconsumption increase with the size of theload.
Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid acceleration,hard braking and fast cornering.
WARNING
The vehicle's center of gravity and driving characteristics are altered by roof loads. Follow the vehicle's specifications regar- ding weights and maximum permittedload.
Related information
Loading recommendations (p. 577)
Weights (p. 659)
Grocery bag holders Grocery bag holders (hooks) help keep shop- ping bags in place and prevent them fromfalling over and spilling their contents in thecargo compartment.
On the sides of the cargo compartment
There is a grocery bag holder in the side panel on each side of the cargo compartment.
CAUTION
The grocery bag holders are only intended to hold weights up to 5 kg (11 lbs).
Related information
Loading recommendations (p. 577)
Using the glove compartment (p. 575)
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(p. 586)
Installing and removing the cargo com- partment cover
* (p. 581)
Installing and removing the steel cargogrid
* (p. 584)
Load anchoring eyelets The load anchoring eyelets in the cargo com- partment can be used to secure objects withstraps, a net, etc.
WARNING
Hard, sharp and/or heavy objects in or pro- truding from the vehicle can cause injury inthe event of hard braking. Always secure large and heavy objects with a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
Related information
Loading recommendations (p. 577)
Weights (p. 659)
Rear seat ski hatch
The hatch in the rear seat backrest can be opened to transport long, narrow objectssuch as skis.
The illustration is generic - details may vary accord- ing to vehicle model.
1. In the cargo compartment, grasp the ski hatch handle and pull it down.
2. Fold down the armrest in the rear seat. If the private locking function is used, the ski hatch must be closed.
Related information
Loading recommendations (p. 577)
Private Locking (p. 266)
Load anchoring eyelets (p. 580)
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Installing and removing the cargo compartment cover *
In the fully open position, the cover and the rear flap conceal objects in the cargo com-partment.
Installing the cargo compartment cover
Press the end piece on one side of the cover into the retaining bracket in the sidepanel of the cargo compartment.
Then put the other end piece in the recess in the side panel on the opposite side.
Make sure the front flap is pointed down- ward behind the backrest before the cas-sette is put into place.
Push the end piece down on both sides, one at a time.
> When a click is heard and the red marks on each end piece are no longer visible, the cover is in place. Check thatit is secure.
Fitting the tailgate flap
A flap should be mounted on the tailgate when using the cargo compartment cover. 1.
Turn the flap so that the screw side faces down and guide the pin into the bracketon one side of the tailgate.
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it easier to guide the pin into place in the bracket on the other side.
3.
Press the two upper clips in the respective recess in the tailgate so it clicks into place.
Removing the cargo compartment cover
In retracted position:
1. Press the button on one of the cover's ends and lift out that end.
2. Carefully lift the cover up and out. > The other end will release automaticallyand the cover can then be lifted out of the cargo compartment.
Removing the tailgate flap
If the cargo compartment cover is not being used, the rear flap should be removed. 1.
Pull the upper clips of the cover straight out of the tailgate.
2.
Carefully pull the flap out of the bracket on one side of the tailgate and then the other.If necessary, press the flap togetherslightly to make it more flexible and facili-tate removal.
Related information
Operating the cargo compartment cover
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(p. 583)
Loading recommendations (p. 577)