3
Table of Contents
This Quick Guide is divided into the following sections:
(Click on any topic to jump to that page; use the Home icon in the lower
left of each page to return here)
1. Important to know 4
• No electrical 4
• Exterior engine noise 4
• High-voltage current 4
2. Getting ready for your new Pure Electric Volvo 5
• Preparing your home for charging of the vehicle’s
high-voltage battery 5
• Home charging 6
• Public charging 7
• An active Google account will enable access to key features 8
3. When You Take Delivery 9
• Shifter, parking brake, and front trunk storage 9-10
• Signing in with Google 11
• Activating Screen Lock 12
• Interacting with the Google entertainment interface 13
• Pairing a phone 14
• Interacting with the Digital Driver Display 15-16
• Charging basics 17-20
• Preconditioning the vehicle prior to driving 21
• Starting and driving 22
• One-pedal drive and regenerative braking 23-24
• The Volvo Cars app 25
• Volvo Cars app: Pairing Guide 26
4. After Delivery 27 • If desired, schedule a “2nd Delivery” with your Retailer 27
• Charging rates and approximate times 27
• Electrification terms and their meanings 28
• Roadside Assistance 29
25
3. When you take delivery of your Volvo
The Volvo Cars app
The name of the Volvo On Call app has been changed to the Volvo Cars
app.* For users who have automatic app updates enabled on their mobile
devices, the update will happen automatically. If not, please visit the App
store or Google Play store to download the Volvo Cars app.
Please note: At this time there are no changes to the in-car experience.
The On-Call button remains the same and any mention within the in-car
screens will remain Volvo On Call.
The Volvo Cars app provides functions and services that will enhance
your experience with your Pure Electric Volvo. You have access to an
early release version of the Volvo Cars app with limited functionality
and a brand-new design. With the early release version of the Volvo Cars
app, you can enjoy improved remote-control performance at close range
with Bluetooth connectivity for the best experience, approximately 30 ft.
Additional functionality will be added over time.
Remote lock/unlock will allow you to check whether your car is locked
or unlocked, and you can remotely lock or unlock your car directly from
your mobile device.
Climate Direct Start provides great convenience by enabling you to
pre-condition your car while it is charging or parked before getting
into the car.
Charging status allows you to monitor the state of charge from your
mobile device when your car is being charged.
Device management helps you manage your app settings and your
account information on your mobile device, as well as other devices
connected to the car.
How to get started
Start by downloading the Volvo Cars app to your mobile device from
the App store or Google Playstore if you don’t already have it. The Volvo
Cars app is compatible with iOS 13 or higher and Android 6 or higher.
You need to create a Volvo ID and set a password. Your Volvo ID is your
unique identifier for the Volvo Cars app. Create your Volvo ID directly
in the app. Now, you are ready to pair your app to the car by following
the instructions below.
* App Services available with the 4 year subscription included with new vehicles (MY 18
and newer), following expiration new terms and conditions apply. See the support page
for more details.
