2018 Volvo Xc60 Owner's Manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Volvo
Model:
Xc60
Rating:
Table of Contents
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Vehicle's center displayFor markets without Owner's Manuals in the center display, a complete printed manual is provided along with the vehicle.
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Mobile app
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Volvo Cars support site
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Printed information
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Start page
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Categories
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Quick Guide
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Exterior and interior hotspots
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Favorites
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Saving or deleting favorite articles
21
Video
21
Information
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Using the search function in the Top menu
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Maps
22
Mobile apps
22
Owner's manuals in PDF format
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Contact
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Option/accessory
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Footnotes
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Risk of injury
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Risk of damage
24
Information
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Procedures
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Position lists
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Bullet lists
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Related information
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Images
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Continues on next page
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Continuation from previous page
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Advantages of having a Volvo ID
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Registering your Volvo IDto the vehicle
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Support
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Prevention
30
Protection
31
Head-up display
33
Instrument panel
33
Center display
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Voice control system
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Type approval
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Warning symbol in the instrument panel
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Seat belt
45
Seating position
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Occupant safety reminders
46
Transport Canada can be contacted at:
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Volvo customers in Canada
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Seating position
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Seat belt maintenance
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Buckling seat belts
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Unbuckling seat belts
51
Standard seat belt tensioners
52
Electric seat belt tensioners
52
Front seats
53
Rear seat
54
Door/hood/tailgate and fuel filler door reminder
54
Deployed airbags
54
The front airbag system
55
Front airbag deployment
56
Airbag decals
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Disabling the passenger's side front airbag
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Modifications
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Starting the vehicle when it is in safety mode
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Moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode
64
Volvo has some very specific recommendations
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When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:
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Child restraint registration and recalls
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Securing an infant seat with a seat belt
69
Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt
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Securing a booster cushion
73
Securing a child seat
74
Location of child seat attachment points
75
To access the anchors
76
Steering wheel and dashboard
80
Ceiling console
80
Center and tunnel console
80
Driver's door
80
Instrument panel 12\
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Instrument panel 8\
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Dynamic symbol
84
Selecting type of information
86
Select theme
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Select language
86
Trip odometer
88
Odometer
88
Current fuel consumption
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Distance to empty tank
88
Tourist - alternative speedometer
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Automatic time for vehicles with GPS
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Daylight savings time
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App menu functions
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Opening and closing the app menu
103
Navigating and making selections in the App menu
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Using the center display's touchscreen
112
Returning to Home view from another view
114
Scrolling in lists, articles or views
114
Using the center display controls
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Home view
115
Status bar
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Top view
116
Climate view
116
App view
117
Function view
117
Expanding a tile from standard mode
120
Opening or closing a tile in full-screen mode
121
Different types of buttons
122
Button modes
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Variants of letters or characters
128
Adding or deleting languages in Settings
129
Toggling between keyboard languages
129
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Third-party apps
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Two types of reset
135
Resetting settings
135
Types of settings
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136
My Car
136
Sound
136
Navigation
136
Media
136
Communication
137
Climate
137
System
137
Global settings
138
Personal settings
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Linking a remote key to a specific driver profile
139
City Safetyin head-up-display
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Selecting display options
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Adjusting brightness and height position
144
Calibrating the horizontal position
145
System updates
146
Numbers
147
Sound settings
148
Language settings
148
Exterior lighting
152
Thumbwheel in instrument panel
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Tunnel detection
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High beam flash
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High beams
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Triple flash indicator
158
Continuous flashing sequence
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Deactivating/activating the function
159
Cornering illumination
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Reading lights
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Passenger compartment lighting
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Courtesy lighting auto switch
163
Rear roof lighting
163
Glove compartment lighting
164
Vanity mirror lighting
164
Ground lighting
164
Cargo compartment lighting
164
Ambient Lighting
164
Mood lighting
164
Lighting in the door storage compartments
164
Lighting in the front tunnel console cupholders
164
Changing the brightness
165
Changing the color of the light
165
Laminated glass
168
Rearview mirror
171
Door mirrors
171
Auto-dim
172
Controls used for door mirrors
172
Resetting the mirrors' position
173
Automatically folding door mirrors
173
Tilting when parkingOnly on models equipped with a power driver's seat with memory buttons.
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Automatically tilting when parking
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Automatic folding when the vehicle is locked
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Wind blocker
174
Manual operation
176
Auto operation
176
Automatic operation - rapid opening or closing
176
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Single sweep
178
Wipers off
178
Interval wipers
178
Continuous wipers
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Activating the rain sensor
179
Deactivate the rain sensor
179
Activating/deactivating memory function
180
Starting the windshield and headlight washers
181
Headlight washer
181
Reduced washing
181
Activating the rear window wiper/washer
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Storing a position
188
Front door open
189
Front door closed
189
Restarting the massage function
190
Adjusting front seat massage settings
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Adjusting the seat cushion
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Adjusting front seat lumbar support
192
Activating the function
193
Adjust passenger seat
193
Models with the electric backrest fold-down function
195
Models without the electric backrest fold-down function
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Folding up the backrest
196
Adjusting the center head restraint
197
Electrically folding down the rear seat's outboard head restraints
197
Manually folding down the rear seat's outboard head restraints
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Horn
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2-zone climate system
202
4-zone climate system
202
Location of the sensors
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Materials used in the passenger compartment
205
Air filtering systems
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Replacing the passenger compartment filter
207
Automatic and manual air distribution
208
Adjustable air vents
208
Opening and closing the air vents
209
Directing air flow
210
Physical buttons in the center console
214
Main climate
214
Rear climate control
215
Climate controls on the rear side of the tunnel console
215
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the front seats
217
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the rear seat
218
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center console
222
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center display
222
Activating and deactivating windshield heating from the center console
223
Activating and deactivating windshield heating from the center display
223
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the center console
224
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the center display
225
Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the front seats
226
Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the rear seats
226
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the front seats
228
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the rear seats
228
Lock and alarm indicator
232
Front door
232
In rear door
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Buttonless key, Key Tag
234
Remote key buttons
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Interference
235
Locking when the tailgate is open
236
Unlocking with remote key
236
Automatic relocking
236
Remote key not working
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Manual use
237
Keyless useModels equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive Entry) only.
237
If the remote key is removed from the vehicle
238
Opening the key and replacing the battery
239
Loss of a remote key
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Driver support functions
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Using the detachable key blade
244
Detaching the key blade
244
Turning off the alarm
245
Locking
245
Alarm system
246
Remote keys (Passive entry/Passive start)
246
Immobilizer and Passive entry/Passive startsystems
247
Door handle
248
Tailgate
248
Locking when the tailgate is open
249
Keyless unlocking
249
Automatic relocking
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Alternative unlocking method
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Locking using the front door buttons
252
Locking using the rear door button
252
Unlocking the rear door
252
Activating and deactivating electric child safety locks
253
Activating and deactivating manual child safety locks
254
Opening the power tailgate
255
Closing the power tailgate
256
Closing and lockingthe power tailgate
257
Interrupting opening or closing
257
Pinch protection
257
Preloaded springs
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Interrupting opening or closing with a foot movement
259
Vehicle with skid plate accessory
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Entering security code before initial use
261
Activating private locking
261
Deactivating private locking
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Alarm signals
262
Alarm indicator
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In the event of alarm system failure
263
Disarming the alarm without a functioning remote key
264
Turning off a triggered alarm
264
Automatically arming and disarming the alarm
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Changing the level of steering wheel resistance
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Stability control
268
Spin control and active yaw control
268
Engine drag control
268
Trailer Stability AssistTrailer Stability Assist is included if the vehicle is equipped with a Volvo original towbar.
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Putting Speed Limiter in standby mode
273
Starting the Speed Limiter
273
Setting/changing set speed
273
Temporarily deactivating using the accelerator pedal
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ASLsymbol
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Activating ASL
278
Deactivating ASL
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Overview
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Putting Cruise Control in standby mode
281
Activating/starting Cruise Control
281
For vehicles with only CC
282
For vehicles with both CC and ACC
282
Cruise Control Eco Cruise
283
Cruise Control Dynamic Cruise
283
Standby mode due to action by the driver
283
Automatic standby mode
283
Reactivating Cruise Control from standby mode
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On/Off
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Controls
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Instrument panel
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Putting Adaptive Cruise Control in standby mode
293
Starting/activating Adaptive Cruise Control
293
Automatic transmission
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Setting how ACC should maintain distanceto the vehicle ahead
295
Standby mode due to action by the driver
297
Automatic standby mode
297
Reactivating Adaptive Cruise Control from standby mode
297
How passing assistance works
298
Requirements for passing assistance
298
Starting parking assistance
298
Automatic standby mode when switching targets
299
Deactivation of the Auto-hold brake function
300
Auto Activate Parking Brake
300
Steep roads and/or heavy loads
300
Other limitations
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Switching from ACC to CC
301
Switching from CC to ACC
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How Pilot Assistworks
305
In curves and forks in the road
306
Controls
307
Instrument panel
308
Collision warning
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Hands on the steering wheel
310
Automatic transmission
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Setting how Pilot Assist should maintain distanceto the vehicle ahead
312
Standby mode due to action by the driver
313
Automatic standby mode
314
Reactivating Pilot Assistfrom standby mode
314
How passing assistance works
315
Requirements for passing assistance
315
Starting parking assistance
315
Automatic standby mode when switching targets
316
Deactivation of the Auto-hold brake function
317
Auto Activate Parking Brake
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Steep roads and/or heavy loads
318
Other limitations
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Obstructed camera
321
Low trailers
322
High temperatures
323
Damaged windshield
323
ACC, PA and BLIS
324
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Reduced visibility
326
Obstructed camera
326
High temperatures
327
Damaged windshield
327
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1 - Collision warning
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2 - Brake assistance
331
3 - Auto-brake
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Vehicles
333
Cyclists
333
Pedestrians
334
Large animals
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Activating/deactivating
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Limitations of City Safetyduring evasive maneuvers
338
Low objects
339
Slippery road conditions
339
Backlighting
339
Heat
339
Backing up
339
Low speed
339
Active driver
339
Other limitations
340
Market limitations
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Examples of further limitations
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Signs for \School\ and \Children playing\
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Adjusting the Speed Warning limit
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Audible alert On/Off
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On/Off
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Lane Keeping Aid does not intervene
361
On/Off
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Back
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Side sensors
377
Front camera
377
On/Off
378
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Camera view when backing up
386
Camera view when manually starting the camera
386
Automatically deactivating the camera
386
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Dark camera sector
387
Lighting conditions
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Searching for and measuring potential parking spots
392
Backing into a parking space
393
Positioning the vehicle in the parking space
393
The parking sequence is cancelled
395
Driver responsibility
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402
403
Selecting an ignition mode
404
404
Anti-lock brakes
405
Symbols in the instrument panel
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Symbol in the instrument panel
408
Automatic activation
408
Deactivating manually
409
Deactivating automatically
409
409
Low battery charge level
410
Replacing brake pads
410
Symbols in the instrument panel
410
Symbols in the instrument panel
411
When shutting off
412
413
Symbols in the instrument panel
413
Park - P
414
Reverse - R
414
Neutral - N
415
Ddrive mode
415
Manual shifting mode - M
415
Activating the steering wheel paddles
415
Manual deactivation in gear position D
416
Automatic deactivation
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417
From Park - P
417
From Neutral - N
417
Deactivating the automatic shiftlock
417
419
COMFORT
419
ECO
420
OFF ROAD
420
DYNAMIC
420
INDIVIDUAL
420
Activating Eco Coast
422
Limitations
422
Deactivating and turning off Eco Coast
422
Cruise control Eco Cruise
422
ECO gauge in the instrument panel
423
ECO Climate
423
424
Selecting Ecodrive mode in the center display's Function view
424
424
424
12\ instrument panel
425
8\ instrument panel
425
426
The engine does not auto-stop
426
The engine does not auto-start
426
The engine auto-starts while the brake pedal is depressed
426
Pneumatic suspension and shock absorbers
428
Parking
428
Transporting
428
Symbols and messages in driver display
429
Easy Entry and Exit Suspension Control
431
Disable Leveling Control
431
Selecting Low Speed Control in the center display's Function view
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Function
433
To keep in mind when using HDC
433
Selecting Hill Descent Control in the center display's Function view
434
Other factors that decrease fuel consumption
435
436
Slippery driving conditions
436
Refueling the vehicle at a service station
438
Refueling from a fuel container
438
Deposit control gasoline (gasoline with detergent additives)
438
Alcohol - Ethanol
439
Methanol
439
Decals
440
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
440
Fuel Formulations
440
Use of Additives
440
Demanding driving
441
Three-way catalytic converter
441
Heated oxygen sensors
441
442
Symbols in the instrument panel
442
443
443
444
Installing the ball holder
445
Removing the ball holder
445
Stowing the ball holder
445
445
Trailer weights
446
Steep inclines
447
Parking on a hill
447
Starting on a hill
447
Reasons for swaying
447
Trailer Stability Assist function
447
447
Trailer turn signals and brake lights
448
Automatic check
448
Disabling the automatic check
449
Manual check
449
449
Preparations and towing
449
Jump starting
449
450
Attaching the towing eyelet
450
General
452
Programming individual buttons
454
Resetting the HomeLink®buttons
454
FCC (USA) and IC (Canada)
455
Type approval for EU
455
456
Activating and deactivating the compass
456
456
Optimal sound reproduction
460
Sound settings as needed
460
Sound experience
461
Active noise suppression
461
Changing wavebands
465
Changing a list in a waveband
465
Changing radio stations in a selected list
466
Searching for a station manually
466
Radio favorites
467
Adding and deleting radio favorites
467
AM/FM Radio
467
SiriusXM®Satellite radio
468
Introduction
468
Artist Experience™
469
Ball game mode
469
Benefits of digital broadcasting
469
How HD Radio ™Technologybroadcasting works
469
Selecting sub-channels
471
Limitations
471
Listening to satellite radio
472
Selecting SiriusXM®Satellite radio mode
472
Search
473
Channels
473
Favorites
473
Categories/Genres
473
EPG(Electronic Program Guide)
473
Alerts
473
iTunes tagging
474
Traffic Jump
475
Alert Notifications
475
Alert Notifications Sound
475
Sort Channels
475
iTunes Tagging
475
Game Alerts
475
Unsubscribed Services
475
Skipped Stations
475
Skipped Categories
475
Starting SiriusXM Travel Link
476
Favorites
476
Map view
477
Today
477
5 days
478
Ski condition
478
Areas
478
Types of notifications
478
Information about a notification
479
479
Search
479
Nearby
479
Recommended
480
Favorites
480
Brands
480
480
CD
482
USB flash drive
482
MP3 player and iPod®
482
Bluetooth-connected device
482
Media with Internet connection
482
Video
482
Apple CarPlay
482
Android Auto
482
484
485
Updating Gracenote
485
486
487
488
488
489
CarPlay to iPod
490
iPod to CarPlay
490
Automatic start
490
System Volumes
490
Automatic start
493
System Volumes
493
494
Overview
494
Option 1 - searching for the phone from the vehicle
495
Option 2 - searching for the vehicle from the phone
496
Compatible phones
496
Making multiple calls
499
Incoming calls while another call is in progress
500
Privacy
500
Reading text messages in the center display
500
Reading new text messages in the instrument panel
500
Dictating replies in the instrument panel
501
Message notification
501
502
Call notifications in head up display
502
Bluetooth®declaration of conformity
503
503
507
508
Phone to vehicle
508
Phone to network operator
508
Restarting the phone
509
509
Deleting all networks
509
509
Subtitles
511
DivX®
511
Technical specifications for the USB-A connector
511
Bowers & Wilkins
513
Gracenote®End User License Agreement
514
Sensus software
514
Linux software
515
camellia:1.2.0
516
Unicode: 5.1.0
516
Declaration of Conformity
517
524
Recommended tires
524
New tires
524
Tire age
525
Tire economy
525
Tire rotation
525
Storing wheels and tires
525
526
527
528
Speed Symbol
529
530
TREADWEAR
530
TRACTION
530
TEMPERATURE
530
531
Cold tires
531
General information about the tire pressure monitoring system
533
Messages in the instrument panel
534
To keep in mind
534
535
Status indicator light
536
Changing to tires of another dimension
538
Models with leveling control
539
539
Locking wheel bolts
539
Stowing a flat tire
544
Stowing a flat tire
544
545
Tips for changing snow tires
545
Studded tires
545
Tread depth
545
547
Location
547
Sealing compound bottle
547
Overview
547
Connecting
548
551
Curb weight
552
Capacity weight
552
Permissible axle weight
552
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
552
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
552
Front seats
556
Rear seat
556
556
12 V outlets
558
Electrical outlets in the tunnel console - rear seat
558
High-voltage outlet status indicator light
558
Using 12 V outlets
560
Using high-voltage outlets
560
Extra cargo space
564
Raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle
564
On the sides of the cargo compartment
565
565
Removing the tailgate flap
567
568
Retracting the cover
569
Installation
569
Installing the cargo net
570
Removing the cargo net
572
The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S.
574
Maintenance
574
Applicable warranties - U.S./Canada
574
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
574
How do states use OBD IIfor emission inspections?
575
How can my vehicle fail OBD IIemission inspection?
575
Each time the car is refueled:
575
Monthly:
575
As needed:
575
Manual connection to workshop Wi-Fi
576
577
Searching for update
577
Updating all system software
577
Updating individual system software
577
Canceling software download
578
Deactivating the background search for software update
578
578
To use the service
578
Book service
578
Accepting an appointment suggestion
579
Vehicle information contents
580
581
Opening the hood
583
Warning - hood not closed
583
Closing the hood
583
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
584
584
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Viewing oil level in the center display
587
588
589
Front bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlights)
590
Rear bulbs
591
591
592
592
593
593
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Connection points
594
Location
595
Specifications
595
597
Specifications
598
598
Location of fuseboxes
599
601
Positions
602
604
Positions
605
608
Positions
609
611
611
612
Fabric upholstery and ceiling liner
613
Seat belts
613
Inlay mats and floor mats
613
Cleaning the leather upholstery
615
Protecting the leather upholstery
615
If there are stains on the steering wheel:
615
Interior plastic, metal and wood surfaces
616
617
Hand washing
617
Automatic car washes
619
High-pressure washing
620
Wiper blades
620
Exterior plastic, rubber and trim components
621
Rims
622
622
Inspection and maintenance
622
623
Materials that might be needed
623
623
Color code
624
Changing rear window wipers
625
Replacing wiper blades
626
628
628
Location of decals
632
635
Extreme driving conditions
640
Oil volume
640
641
641
642
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
642
Compressor oil
642
Evaporator
642
Related information
643
2018 Volvo Xc60 Overview
Introduction
The 2018 Volvo XC60 embodies the quintessential blend of luxury, safety, and rugged versatility inherent in Swedish engineering. This compact luxury SUV impresses with its sophisticated design and advanced technology, standing as a testament to Volvo's commitment to safety and innovative driving experiences. With a range of trims and powertrain options, the XC60 is designed to cater to various lifestyles and preferences, making it a formidable contender in its segment.
Powertrains
The 2018 XC60 offers a selection of powertrains that balance performance and efficiency. The entry-level model features a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that produces 250 horsepower, providing sufficient power for urban and highway driving. For those seeking more dynamic performance, the T6 configuration boosts the same engine with a supercharger, generating an impressive 316 horsepower. Additionally, the XC60 offers a T8 plug-in hybrid variant, which combines gasoline and electric power for a total output of 400 horsepower, ensuring power and eco-friendliness without compromise.
Trims
The XC60 comes in multiple trims: Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription. The Momentum trim focuses on delivering essential luxury features, while the R-Design elevates the driving experience with sportier aesthetics and tuning. The top-tier Inscription model showcases an array of high-end amenities, including premium leather upholstery and advanced technology, tailored for the discerning driver.
Features
Standard features in the 2018 XC60 include a user-friendly infotainment system, a 9-inch touchscreen, Bluetooth connectivity, and a suite of advanced safety features like the City Safety collision avoidance system. Higher trims offer options such as heated and ventilated seats, a premium sound system, and adaptive cruise control, enhancing both comfort and convenience.
Owners Manual
The owner's manual for the 2018 Volvo XC60 is an invaluable resource, providing detailed information on vehicle operation, maintenance, and safety features. It guides owners on how to utilize advanced technology while ensuring optimal performance and reliability, hence enriching the overall ownership experience.
User manual download
The Volvo Xc60 owner manual for the 2018 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2018 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.
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