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Symbols in the instrument panel
Symbol Meaning
A
BA flashing symbol indicates that a fault has been detected. Seethe message in the instrumentpanel.
A
BFault in the brake system. See the message in the instrumentpanel.
Information message in the instrument panel.
A
Canadian models.
B US models.
Related information
Activating and deactivating the parking brake (p. 421)
Parking on a hill (p. 423)
Start battery (p. 613)
Volvo's service program (p. 596)
Auto-hold brakes
With the Auto-hold brake function, the driver can release the brake pedal and the brakeswill remain applied, for example, when thevehicle has stopped at a traffic light or inter-section.
When the vehicle stops, the brakes are acti- vated automatically. The function can useeither the normal brakes or the parking brakesto keep the vehicle stationary and works onflat surfaces or hills. If the driver has their seatbelt fastened or if the driver's door is closed,the brakes will disengage automatically whenthe vehicle starts driving.
NOTE
When braking to a stop on an uphill or downhill gradient, depress the brake pedalwith slightly more force than usual beforereleasing to ensure that the vehicle cannotmove at all.
The parking brake is activated if
the vehicle is switched off
the driver's door is opened
the driver's seat belt is removed
the vehicle has been stationary for a pro- longed period of time (5-10 minutes)
STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory.
426
Hill Start Assist
The function for assisting when starting the vehicle on inclines (HSA 4
) helps prevent the
vehicle from rolling backward when starting on an uphill gradient. When backing up a hill,HSA helps prevent the vehicle from rollingforward.
The function retains pressure from the brake pedal in the brake system for several secondsafter the brake pedal has been released. This temporary braking effect is released after a few seconds or when the driver begins driv-ing. Hill Start Assist is available even when the Auto-hold brake function is switched off.
Related information
Auto-hold brakes (p. 424)
Brakes (p. 417)
Braking assist after a collision
In a collision in which the activation level is reached for the pyrotechnic seat belt tension-ers or airbags, or if a collision with a large ani-mal is detected, the vehicle's brakes will beautomatically activated. This function isintended to help prevent or reduce the effectsof any subsequent collision.
After a serious collision, it may no longer be possible to control and steer the vehicle. Inorder to avoid or mitigate a possible furthercollision with a vehicle or an object in the vehi-cle's path, the brake assist system is activatedautomatically to help stop the vehicle safely. If braking is not appropriate, e.g. if there is a risk of being hit by passing traffic, the drivercan override the system by depressing theaccelerator pedal. This function assumes that the brake system is intact after a collision.
Related information
Rear Collision Warning
* (p. 341)
BLIS
* (p. 342)
Brake functions (p. 417)
Transmission
The transmission is part of the vehicle's drive- line (power transmission) between the engineand the drive wheels. The function of thetransmission is to change gears dependingon speed and power needs.
The vehicle has an 8-speed automatic trans- mission and an electric motor for rear-wheeldrive. The number of gears allows the engine'storque and power band to be effectively uti-lized. Two of the gears are overdrive gears thatsave fuel when driving at a constant enginespeed. Manual shifting is also possible. Theinstrument panel shows the gear currently inuse.
Related information
Automatic transmission (p. 427)
4
Hill Start Assist
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Gear selector positions for automatic transmissions
With an automatic transmission, a suitable gear is selected automatically according tocurrent speed and power requirements.
Selecting gearsThe gear selector is a shift-by-wire selector, where shifting is done electronically instead ofmechanically. This makes shifting easier andthe gear positions more distinct.
Gear selector and gear selector positions overview.
Change gear position by pushing the spring- loaded gear selector forward or rearward, or tothe side for manual shifting.
Gear selector positions
Park - P
Gear selector and P position overview
Park is activated using the P button located
next to the gear selector. In P mode, the transmission is mechanically
locked.Select P when the vehicle is parked or when
starting the engine. The vehicle must be sta- tionary when Park is selected. To move to another gear from Park, the brake pedal must be depressed and the ignition inmode II.
When parking – apply the parking brake before shifting to Park.
WARNING
Always apply the parking brake when park- ing on an incline. Selecting a gear or put-ting the automatic transmission in P may
not be sufficient to keep the vehicle sta-tionary in all situations.
NOTE
The gear selector must be in position P in
order to lock the vehicle and set the alarm.
Help functions The system will automatically shift to P
if the ignition is switched off while
D or R
is selected.
if the driver unbuckles the seat belt and opens the driver's door while the vehicle isrunning with the gear selector in a gearother than
P.
To park a vehicle with an unbuckled seat beltand open door – end P mode by shifting to R
or D again.
The system will not automatically shift to P if
the ignition is switched off while the gearselector is in the neutral position (N). This is tomake it possible to wash the vehicle in anautomatic car wash in which the vehicle ispulled forward on rolling wheels.
LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
* Option/accessory.587
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 are two fold-out holders in the side pan- els, one on each side of the cargo compart-ment.
CAUTION
The grocery bag holders are only intended to hold weights up to 5 kg (11 lbs).
Related information
Loading recommendations (p. 585)
Using the glove compartment (p. 583)
Installing and removing the cargo net
*
(p. 592)
Installing and removing the cargo com- partment cover
* (p. 588)
Installing and removing the steel cargogrid
* (p. 591)
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. 585)
Weights (p. 665)
LOADING, STORAGE AND PASSENGER COMPARTMENT
* Option/accessory.
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Installing and removing the cargo compartment cover *
The cover can be rolled out to conceal objects in the cargo compartment.
Installing the cargo compartment cover 3
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.
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.
Removing the cargo compartment cover
In retracted position:
1. Press the button on one of the cover's ends and lift out that end.For 7-seat models - remove the third row seat belt latches from the hooks above theside panels.
2. Carefully lift the cover up and out. > The other end will release automaticallyand the cover can then be lifted out ofthe cargo compartment.
Related information
Operating the cargo compartment cover
*
(p. 588)
Loading recommendations (p. 585)
Operating the cargo compartment cover
*
The cover can be used in two positions: fully open to completely cover the cargo compart-ment or partially retracted to make it easier toreach further into the cargo compartment.
3 In the XC90 Excellence, the cargo compartment cover is permanently fixed and cannot be taken out or put in.
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Fully open7-seat models 1.
Hang the third-row seat belt latches in the hooks provided in the side panels.
Grasp the handle and pull the cover out and above the side panels in the cargocompartment. Pull the cover to its endposition.
With the cover completely open (covering the cargo compartment), press the attach-ing pins at the end of the cover into thegrooves on the side panels and release thecover slightly while pressing the handlelightly downward to hook the pins into thegrooves.
> The cover will be secured in the fullyopen position. 5-seat models
Grasp the handle and pull the cover out and above the side panels in the cargocompartment. Pull the cover to its endposition.
With the cover completely open (covering the cargo compartment), press the attach-ing pins at the end of the cover into thegrooves on the side panels and release thecover slightly while pressing the handlelightly downward to hook the pins into thegrooves.
> The cover will be secured in the fully
open position.
CAUTION
Do not place objects on top of the cargo compartment cover.
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Applicable warranties - U.S./Canada
In accordance with applicable U.S. and Cana- dian regulations, the following list of warran-ties is provided. New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Parts and Accessories Limited Warranty
Corrosion Protection Limited Warranty
Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint Systems Limited Warranty
Emission Design and Defect Warranty
Emission Performance Warranty
These are federal warranties; other warrantiesare provided as required by state/provinciallaw. Refer to your separate Warranty andService Records Information booklet fordetailed information concerning each of thewarranties.
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
NOTE
Refer to your Service and Warranty Booklet for a comprehensive serviceand maintenance schedule up to240,000 km (150,000 miles). Thisprogram contains inspections and ser-vices necessary for the proper functionof your vehicle and includes compo-nents that affect vehicle emissions.
The Warranty and Service RecordsInformation booklet also containsdetailed information concerning thewarranties that apply to your vehicle.
On-board Diagnostic SystemOBD II is part of your vehicle's computerized engine management system. It stores diag-nostic information about your vehicle's emis-sion controls. It can light the Check Enginelight (MIL) if it detects an emission control"fault." A "fault" is a component or systemthat is not performing within an expectedrange. A fault may be permanent or temporary.OBD II will store a message about any fault.
Emission inspection readiness
How do states use
OBD II for emission
inspections?
Many states connect a computer directly to a vehicle's OBD II system. The inspector canthen read "faults." In some states, this type ofinspection has replaced the tailpipe emissiontest.
How can my vehicle fail OBD II emission
inspection?
Your vehicle can fail OBD II emission inspec- tion for any of the following reasons: If your Check Engine (MIL) light is lit, your vehicle may fail inspection.
If your vehicle's Check Engine light was lit,but went out without any action on yourpart, OBD II will still have a recorded fault.Your vehicle may pass or fail, dependingon the inspection practices in your area.
If you had recent service that required dis-connecting the battery, OBD II diagnosticinformation may be incomplete and "notready" for inspection. A vehicle that is notready may fail inspection.
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Turn the handle under the front edge of the hood counterclockwise to release thecatch and lift the hood.
Warning - hood not closedWhen the hood is released, a warn-ing symbol and graphic will be dis-played in the instrument panel andan audible signal will sound. If the
vehicle begins to roll, the audible signal will berepeated several times.
NOTE
If the warning symbol is illuminated or an audible warning signal sounds even thoughthe hood is securely closed, consult aworkshop - an authorized Volvo workshopis recommended.
Closing the hood1. Press down the hood until it begins to close under its own weight.
2. When the hood reaches the catch at the handle in the front edge of the vehicle, press down on the hood to close it com-pletely.
WARNING
Risk of injury! When closing, make sure that the hood is completely unobstructedand that no one can be injured.
WARNING
Make sure the hood locks securely after closing. It must audibly lock on both sides.
Hood not completely closed.
Hood completely closed.
WARNING
Never drive with the hood open! If this symbol appears, or anything else indicatesthat the hood is not com-pletely closed while driv-ing, stop immediately and
close it properly.
Related information
Engine compartment overview (p. 607)
Door and seat belt reminders (p. 53)