2021 VOLVO XC90 RECHARGE tow

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Demanding driving
In demanding driving conditions, such as
operating the vehicle in hot weather, towing a
trailer, or driving for extended periods at higher
altitudes than normal, it may be advisable to
switch to higher octane fuel (91 or higher) or
to change gasoline brands to fully utilize your
engine’s capacity, and for the smoothest possible
operation.
NOTE
When switching to higher octane fuel or
changing gasoline brands, it may be necessary
to fill the tank more than once before a
difference in engine operation is noticeable.
Fuel FormulationsDo not use gasoline that contains lead as a knock
inhibitor, and do not use lead additives. Besides
damaging the exhaust emission control systems
on your vehicle, lead has been strongly linked to
certain forms of cancer.
Many fuels contain benzene as a solvent.
Unburned benzene has been strongly linked to
certain forms of cancer. If you live in an area where
you must fill your own gas tank, take precautions.
These may include:
• standing upwind away from the filler nozzle
while refueling
• refueling only at gas stations with vapor
recovery systems that fully seal the mouth of
the filler neck during refueling
• wearing neoprene gloves while handling a fuel
filler nozzle.
WARNING
California Proposition 65
Operating, servicing and maintaining a
passenger vehicle can expose you to chemicals
including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,
phthalates, and lead, which are known to
the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. To
minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do
not idle the engine except as necessary, service
your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear
gloves or wash your hands frequently when
servicing your vehicle. For more information
go to www.P 65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-
vehicle.
Use of AdditivesWith the exception of gas line antifreeze during
winter months, do not add solvents, thickeners,
or other store-bought additives to your vehicle’s
fuel, cooling, or lubricating systems. Overuse may
damage your engine, and some of these additives
contain organically volatile chemicals. Do not
needlessly expose yourself to these chemicals.
WARNING
Never carry a cell phone that is switched
on while refueling your vehicle. If the phone
rings, this may cause a spark that could ignite
gasoline fumes, resulting in fire and injury.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless, and
odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust gases.
If you ever smell exhaust fumes inside the
vehicle, make sure the passenger compartment
is ventilated, and immediately return the
vehicle to a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician for correction.
Deposit control gasoline (detergent
additives)
Volvo recommends the use of detergent gasoline
to control engine deposits. Detergent gasoline
is effective in keeping injectors and intake valves
clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines
will help ensure good drivability and fuel economy.
If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains
deposit control additives, check with the service
station operator.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of external
fuel injector cleaning systems.
Unleaded fuelEach Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter
and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and
Canadian regulations require that pumps delivering
unleaded gasoline be labeled “UNLEADED”. Only
these pumps have nozzles which fit your vehicle’s
filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into
a vehicle labeled “unleaded gasoline only”. Leaded
gasoline damages the threeway catalytic converter
and the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated
use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effectiveness

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Service operationSchedule of services
All Non-hybrid
Models miles x 1000
1020 30 40 5060 7080 90100 110120 130 140 150
km x 1000 1632 48 6480 96112 128 144160 176192208 224240
Spare tire check for damage, wear, and tire
pressure
IX XXXXXXXXXXXXXX
Check and replace parts or software, as required by Volvo Car USA, LLC, that are covered under the terms of the Volvo New Car Warranty.
A In the event of a leak from the transmission, check the oil level.
B May be necessary to change more frequently when driving in dusty/dirty areas.
C Replace at 150,000 miles/240,000 kilometers or 10 years, whichever comes first.
D Check automatic transmission fluid level only if an external leak is identified. Volvo recommends changing transmission fluid every 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers, only on vehicles used for towing, or when a message appears in the instrument panel text window.
E Only check the level if there is leakage.
F Recommended to replace at least once a year or more often in heavy traffic or dirty/dusty areas.
G Recommended to replace every 3 years or 40,000 miles (if driven in mountainous areas or humid climates – every one year) at owner’s request.
H Check expiration date label every four years for replacement date on vehicles with this equipment.
I Check spare tire pressure (where applicable) every two years or every 40,000 miles/64,000 kilometers.

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Service operationSchedule of services
Hybrid Models miles x 10001020 30 40 5060 7080 90100 110120 130 140 150
km x 1000 1632 48 6480 96112 128 144160 176192208 224240
Check and replace parts or software, as required by Volvo Car USA, LLC, that are covered under the terms of the Volvo New Car Warranty.
A In the event of a leak from the transmission, check the oil level.
B May be necessary to change more frequently when driving in dusty/dirty areas.
C Replace at 150,000 miles/240,000 kilometers or 10 years, whichever comes first.
D Check automatic transmission fluid level only if an external leak is identified. Volvo recommends changing transmission fluid every 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers, only on vehicles used for towing, or when a message appears in the instrument panel text window.
E Only check the level if there is leakage.
F Recommended to replace at least once a year or more often in heavy traffic or dirty/dusty areas.
G Recommended to replace every 3 years or 40,000 miles (if driven in mountainous areas or humid climates – every one year) at owner’s request.
H Check expiration date label every four years for replacement date on vehicles with this equipment.

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Transitional Zero Emissions VehiclesEmissions Defects and Performance Model year 2021 vehicles with engine VIN code BR or BK sold and registered
in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey,
New York, Oregon, Rhode Island or Vermont are classified as Transitional Zero Emissions (TZEV) vehicles. TZEV vehicles have a defects and performance
emissions warranty on all emissions components, except the hybrid battery, for fifteen (15) years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
Volvo On Call Warranty Coverage, Roadside Assistance, U.S./Canada 4 years unlimited mileage (refer to the separate booklet in the Owner’s Wallet)
Tow For Life (U.S. Only) Complimentary towing provided for all out-of-warranty vehicles to an
authorized Volvo retailer, within a 25-mile radius
A Remote Keyless Entry, Navigation, DVD and Headphone System batteries are covered for 4 years/50,000 miles/80,000 km.
B California Hybrid Battery Warranty is only applicable on TZEV vehicles.
C Volvo continues coverage under the new car warranty for four (4) years or 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers, whichever occurs first.
Non-hybrid models only
New Vehicle Limited Warranty (U.S.),
New Vehicle Warranty (Canada) 4 years/50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers
Battery Warranty (12V and Support Battery)
A4 years/50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers, Full Coverage
Adjustments 1 year/12,000 miles/20,000 kilometers
Seat belts and S.R.S. 5 years/unlimited mileage/kilometers
Corrosion Protection 12 years/unlimited mileage/kilometers
Emission Defects and Performance, U.S./Canada Short-Term
B2 years/24,000 miles/40,000 kilometers
Long-Term 8 years/80,000 miles/130,000 kilometers
California Emissions Warranty –
California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington

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PerformanceB3 years/50,000 miles
Defects Short-Term
B3 years/50,000 miles
Defects Long-Term 7 years/70,000 miles
Volvo On Call Warranty Coverage, Roadside Assistance, U.S./Canada 4 years unlimited mileage (refer to the separate booklet in the Owner’s
Wallet)
Tow For Life (U.S. Only) Complimentary towing provided for all out-of-warranty vehicles to an
authorized Volvo retailer, within a 25-mile radius
A Remote Keyless Entry, Navigation, DVD and Headphone System batteries are covered for 4 years/50,000 miles/80,000 km.
B Volvo continues coverage under the new car warranty to four (4) years or 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers, which ever occurs first.
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the date the part was originally purchased. Some
genuine Volvo parts/accessories are covered by
their own specific limited warranty for a different
period. For those parts/accessories, the applicable
warranty is supplied at the time of purchase,
including a list of conditions and limitations.
Customer AssistanceShould you have questions regarding the
warranties or repairs, please review the article
“Customer Support and Assistance” in this
booklet for owner information and instructions.
Non-commercial vehicles are covered by On Call
®,
a roadside assistance program which provides
coverage for some specific items not covered by
the warranties (e.g., towing). A separate booklet
describing this program is supplied in your
Owner’s Wallet.
Wear and Tear ItemsAs part of your vehicle’s normal service and
maintenance requirements, certain parts may
need to be replaced due to wear and tear. Since
these parts are consumed at varying rates,
replacement is based on the operation and
condition of your vehicle and on fixed schedules
under normal operation and use of your vehicle.
These items include, but may not be limited to, the
following list: filters, fuses, batteries, belts, brake
pads, brake rotors, wiper blades, shock absorbers,
floor mats, upholstery/rugs, etc.
Replacement of these items are the owner’s
responsibility, with the exception of those items
covered during the Adjustments Coverage Period
(see the following section) or where specific
manufacturing defects may be demonstrated.
Adjustments CoverageAdjustments which are refinements to the original
factory fittings and alignments, and which are
required as part of the break-in period, will be
made during the Adjustments Coverage Period.
Exceptions are items covered under normal
maintenance services, including Pre-Delivery or
items excluded in the New Vehicle section. The
duration of the adjustment coverage is twelve
(12) months or 12,000 miles/20,000 kilometers,
whichever occurs first.
The term “Adjustments” as used in this warranty
refers to minor repairs not usually associated with
the replacement of parts or normal maintenance
service items. Parts which are covered for
replacement because of wear during the
Adjustments Period only are: brake pads, brake
rotors and shock absorbers. These items may also
be covered under the Basic Warranty Period if
manufacturing defects cause the failure. Examples
of labor only repairs which are covered during the
Adjustments Period are wheel balancing, window
regulator adjustment and hood adjustment.What Is Not Warranted
Tires• Tires fitted to the vehicle as original
equipment are warranted separately by the
tire manufacturer. Therefore, any adjustments
must be handled through their authorized
service outlet.
• The applicable tire warranty booklet is in the
Owner’s Wallet.
Routine Maintenance and Services
• Repairs which are required because of a lack
of maintenance, or improper maintenance.
Correct maintenance procedures are
referenced in your Owner’s Manual or
the Warranty and Maintenance Records
Information booklet.
• Scheduled or unscheduled maintenance
services.

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Damage/Deterioration/Corrosion• Vehicles severely damaged and/or declared to
be a total loss by an insurer.
• Vehicles substantially reassembled or repaired
from parts obtained from another vehicle
previously in operation.
• The use of fuel and/or oil, or other fluids which
do not meet the Volvo-approved standards
as set forth in the Owner’s Manual, Volvo
Service Literature or in the articles “Fuel
requirements” and “Engine oil” in this booklet.
• Failures resulting from misuse, abuse,
negligence, overloading, modifications
(including the electronic management
system(s), accidents or racing.
• Defects or failures resulting from the use of
new parts not sold or approved by Volvo,
or used parts, or the resultant damage to
associated parts or systems.
• Defects or failures resulting from incorrect
diagnosis by an independent repair shop.
• Failures resulting from continued operation
of the vehicle after a warning light, gauge
reading, or other indication advises of a
mechanical or operational problem (e.g., dash
instrumentation indicates overheat, loss of oil
pressure, etc.).
• Environmental damage to the vehicle’s surface
which is beyond Volvo’s control, such as
airborne fall-out (including chemicals, tree
sap, etc.) or other atmospheric conditions,
hailstones, road hazards, stone chips or other
acts of nature. Exterior painted surfaces are
covered by the Corrosion Protection Limited
Warranty, see the article “Volvo’s Corrosion
Protection, Limited Warranty–U.S./Warranty–
Canada” in this booklet.
• Damage to the interior (soft trim, upholstery,
and seating areas) resulting from normal wear
and tear, misuse, abuse, or negligence.
Glass
Glass breakage, unless it occurs because of
defects in material or workmanship.
Odometer Tampering
Repairs on vehicles for which the true odometer
mileage cannot be readily determined.
Inconvenience/Incidental Charges
The loss of vehicle use, loss of time, telephone
calls, towing, lodging, car rental, food, and other
incidental and consequential damages.
NOTE
Parts replaced free of charge under the terms
of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty (U.S.),
New Vehicle Warranty (Canada) are not subject
to the warranty coverage of the Genuine Volvo
Replacement Parts and Accessories Limited
Warranty. Those parts will be warranted for
90 days or the remainder of the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty (U.S.), New Vehicle Warranty
(Canada), whichever is greater.
Batteries
12 Volt and Support Batteries
Under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty, the
original equipment 12 volt and support batteries
installed in your 2021 Volvo are covered against
defects in parts and labor labor for four (4) years
or 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers, whichever
occurs first.
Hybrid Battery
Under the New Hybrid Vehicle Limited Warranty,
the original equipment hybrid battery installed in
your 2021 Volvo is covered against defects in parts
and labor for eight (8) years or 100,000 miles/
160,000 kilometers, whichever occurs first.
2
NOTE
Batteries are subject to natural wear out due
to ageing and usage. If the battery capacity is
lower than 55% of original status (according
to specification) at 8 years or 100,000 miles/
160,000 kilometers, whichever occurs first
3,
the battery will be replaced free of charge.
2 California Hybrid Battery coverage, applicable to TZEV models only, is ten (10) years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first.3 Model year 2021 vehicles sold and registered in California, Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Rhode Island or Vermont, are classified as TZEV vehicles. If the battery
capacity is lower than 50% of original status at 10 years or 150,000 miles, whichever occurs first, the battery will be replaced free of charge.

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LimitationsNo implied warranty of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose shall apply
except during the applicable periods of this
warranty.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and
you may also have other rights which vary from
state to state, province to province. Some states/
provinces do not allow limitations on how
long an implied warranty lasts, so the above
limitations may not apply to you.
For a complete description, refer to the article
“Limitations and Disclaimers” in this booklet.Warranty Period
Genuine Volvo Accessories
If a Volvo-approved accessory is purchased and
installed by a Volvo retailer as part of your new
vehicle purchase, the warranty period is four
(4) years or 50,000 miles/80,000 kilometers,
whichever occurs first. The warranty period will
start and run concurrently with the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. If a Volvo-approved accessory is
installed by a Volvo retailer after your new vehicle
purchase, it will be warranted for the balance
of your New Vehicle Limited Warranty period,
or for a period of two (2) years from the date
of installation, whichever is longer. Accessories
purchased but not installed by a Volvo retailer will
be covered for a period of two (2) years from the
date the accessory was originally purchased. Some
genuine Volvo parts/accessories are covered by
their own specific limited warranty for a different
period. For those parts/accessories, the applicable
warranty is supplied at the time of purchase,
including a list of conditions and limitations.
What Is Not Warranted• Labor for removal and replacement of a
defective part or accessory sold, BUT NOT INSTALLED, by an authorized Volvo retailer.
In such cases, the defective part/ component
or accessory will be exchanged, repaired, or
replaced at the discretion of Volvo.
• Parts or accessories not sold, supplied, or
approved by Volvo.
• Failures resulting from improper installation of
parts or accessories, a lack of maintenance or
improper maintenance.
• Damage because of normal wear and tear.
• The loss of vehicle use, loss of time,
inconvenience, or other incidental charges
such as telephone calls, towing, lodging, car
rental, or food, and/or other consequential
damages, except where required by law.
• Failure resulting from misuse, abuse,
negligence, overloading, modifications,
accidents or racing.
Purchaser’s ObligationsWhen requesting warranty repairs on replacement
parts or accessories, the purchaser must present
evidence of purchase (sales ticket or repair order
showing payment to any authorized Volvo retailer
in the United States or Canada), during normal
business hours.