2021 VOLVO V90 CROSS COUNTRY Owners Manual

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The remote keys can be linked to different driver profiles to store personal settings in thevehicle.
WARNING
The remote key contains a button cell bat- tery. Keep new and used batteries out ofthe reach of children. If batteries are swal-lowed, they can cause serious injury. If any damage is detected, e.g. if the bat- tery cover cannot be closed properly, donot use the product. Keep defective prod-ucts out of the reach of children.
Remote key buttons
The remote key has four buttons, one on the left side and three on the right.

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, tailgate and fuel filler door and dis- arm the alarm. Press and hold to open all windows at the same time. This total airing function canbe used to e.g. quickly air out the vehiclein 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 sig- nal will be given).

Panic alarm - Used to attract attention in
emergency situations. Press and hold the button for at least 3 seconds or presstwice within 3 seconds to activate theturn signals and horn. To deactivate, waitat least 5 seconds and press the buttonagain. If no action is taken, the panic alarmwill deactivate automatically after 3minutes.
WARNING
If anyone is left in the vehicle, make sure that power to the power windows and pan- oramic roof * is cut off by always taking the
remote key with you when you leave the vehicle.

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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 whenthe vehicle is locked and the alarm setusing another valid key. The key will bereactivated when the vehicle isunlocked.
If the remote key or Care Key is left inthe vehicle, it will be deactivated evenif the vehicle is locked using Volvo OnCall, and will be reactivated when thevehicle is unlocked using Volvo On Callor another valid key.
Button-less key (Key Tag)
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The button-less key4
provided with the keyless
locking and unlocking function works in the same way as the regular remote key for key-less start, locking and unlocking. The key iswaterproof up to a depth of approx. 10 meters(30 feet) for up to 60 minutes. It does nothave a detachable key blade and its batterycannot be replaced.
Care Key - restricted remote keyA Care Key enables the vehicle owner to set amaximum speed limit for the vehicle. This limit is intended to promote safe use of the vehicle,e.g. when it is loaned out.
InterferenceElectromagnetic fields or obstructing objectsmay interfere with the remote key's functionsfor keyless start and keyless locking and unlocking
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NOTE
Avoid storing the remote key near metal objects or electronic devices, e.g. cellphones, 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 vehicleand then place the remote key in the backupreader in the tunnel console cup holder to dis-arm the alarm and start the vehicle.
NOTE
When the remote control key is placed in the cup holder, make sure that no othervehicle keys, metal objects or electronicdevices (e.g. cell phones, tablets, laptopsor chargers) are found in the cup holder.Multiple vehicle keys close to each other inthe cup holder can disrupt their functional-ity.
WARNING
California Proposition 65 Operating, servicing and maintaining a pas- senger vehicle can expose you to chemi-cals including engine exhaust, carbon mon-oxide, phthalates, and lead, which areknown to the State of California to causecancer and birth defects or other reproduc-tive harm. To minimize exposure, avoidbreathing exhaust, do not idle the engineexcept as necessary, service your vehicle ina well ventilated area and wear gloves orwash your hands frequently when servicingyour vehicle. For more information go towww.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.
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Also called sport key.

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Related information
Starting the vehicle (p. 398)
Locking and unlocking using the remote key (p. 249)
Remote key range (p. 251)
Replacing the remote key's battery(p. 252)
Detachable key blade (p. 257)
Care Key – restricted remote key (p. 256)
Electronic immobilizer (p. 260)
Linking a remote key to a driver profile(p. 142)
Locking and unlocking using the remote key
All doors, tailgate and fuel filler door can be locked and unlocked simultaneously usingthe buttons on the remote key.
Locking with remote key
The illustration is generic - details may vary accord- ing to vehicle model.
–Press the button on the remote key to
lock the vehicle.
To activate the locking sequence, the driver's door must be closed 5
. If any of the other doors
or the tailgate are open, they will be locked and the alarm will be armed once they areclosed.
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 whenthe vehicle is locked and the alarm setusing another valid key. The key will bereactivated when the vehicle isunlocked.
If the remote key or Care Key is left inthe vehicle, it will be deactivated evenif the vehicle is locked using Volvo OnCall, and will be reactivated when thevehicle is unlocked using Volvo On Callor another valid 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 isnot left in the cargo compartment whenthe tailgate is closed and the entire vehicle is locked 6
.
5 If the vehicle is equipped with keyless locking/unlocking *, all side doors must be closed.
6 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 closed. *

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Unlocking with remote key
–Press the button on the remote key to
unlock the vehicle.
Automatic relockingIf none of the doors or tailgate are opened within two minutes after being unlocked, theywill automatically relock. This function reducesthe risk of inadvertently leaving the vehicleunlocked.
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 dis-charged. Use the detachable key blade tolock/unlock the driver's door instead.
Related information
Settings for remote and inside door unlock(p. 250)
Unlocking the tailgate using the remotekey (p. 251)
Remote key (p. 246)
Replacing the remote key's battery(p. 252)
Locking and unlocking with detachablekey blade (p. 258)
Settings for remote and inside door unlock Several different sequences are available for remote unlocking.
To change this setting: 1.
Tap
Settings in the center display's Top
view.
2. Tap
My CarLockingRemote and
Interior Unlock.
3. Select alternative:

All Doors – unlocks all doors at the
same time.

Single Door – unlocks the driver's
door. Press the remote key unlock but- ton twice to unlock all doors.
The settings made here also affect centrallocking using the inside door handle.
Related information
Locking and unlocking using the remotekey (p. 249)
Locking and unlocking from inside thevehicle (p. 266)

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Unlocking the tailgate using the remote key
The remote key can be used to unlock the tailgate while keeping the rest of the vehiclelocked.
1. Press the button on the remote key.
> The tailgate will be unlocked but remain closed. The side doors remain locked and armed. The lock and alarm indicator onthe dashboard will go out to indicatethat the vehicle is no longer fullylocked. Press lightly on the rubberized pressure plate under the tailgate handle to openthe tailgate. If the tailgate is not openedwithin 2 minutes, it will be relocked andthe alarm armed. 2.
With the optional power tailgate
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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 remotekey (p. 249)
Remote key range
In order to function correctly, the remote key must be within a certain distance from thevehicle.
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
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 theillustration, i.e. a semicircle with a radius of

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NOTE
The functions of the remote control key can be disrupted by ambient radio waves,buildings, topographical conditions, etc.The vehicle can always be locked/unlockedusing 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 run- ning, 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 ispressed or when the last door is closed again.
Related information
Remote key (p. 246)
Antenna locations for the start and locksystem (p. 265)
Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces
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(p. 262)
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 notapply for Key Tag). The battery's service lifevaries depending on how often thevehicle/key is used.
The remote key battery should be replaced if
the information symbol illuminates and the message
Vehicle key bat. low is dis-
played in the instrument panel
the locks do not react after several attempts to lock or unlock the vehicleusing 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 but- tons 7
(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 keymust be deleted from the vehicle becauseit can still be used to start the vehicle viabackup start.
Opening the key and replacing the battery
Hold the remote key with the front side
(with the Volvo logo) facing up and move the button on the key ring section to theright. Slide the front cover slightly upward.
The cover will loosen and can be
removed from the key.

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Turn the key over, move the button to
the side and slide the rear cover slightly upward.
The cover will loosen and can be
removed from the key.
Use a screwdriver or similar object to turn the battery cover counterclockwise so themarkers point to OPEN.
Remove the cover carefully by pressinge.g. a fingernail into the indentation. Pry the cover up.The battery's positive side ( +) faces
upward. Carefully pry out the battery as shown in the illustration.
CAUTION
Avoid touching new batteries and their contact surfaces with your fingers as thiswill impair their function.
7 Included in vehicles equipped with keyless locking/unlocking *.

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Insert a new battery with the positive side (+ ) facing upward. Do not touch the con-
tact surfaces of the remote key battery.
Place the edge of the battery down-
ward into the holder. Slide the battery for- ward until it locks into place under the twoplastic catches.
Press the battery downward until it
locks into place under the upper black plastic catch.
NOTE
Use batteries with the designation CR2032, 3 V.
NOTE
Volvo recommends that batteries used in the remote control key satisfy UN Manualof Test and Criteria, Part III, sub-section38.3. The factory installed batteries andbatteries replaced by an authorized Volvoworkshop satisfy the above criterion.
Replace the battery cover and turn it clockwise until it points to CLOSE.
Put the rear cover back into position
and press it down until it clicks into place.
Slide the cover back.
> A second click indicates that the cover is correctly positioned and locked into place.