2018 Volvo Xc90 Twin Engine Owner's Manual
Year:
2018
Make:
Volvo
Model:
Xc90 Twin Engine
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
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Video
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Information
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Using the search function in the Top menu
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Maps
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Mobile apps
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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
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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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Twin Enginevehicles
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Support
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Prevention
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Protection
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Head-up display
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Instrument panel
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Center display
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Voice control system
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Type approval
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Twin Enginevehicles
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Warning symbol in the instrument panel
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Seat belt
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Seating position
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Occupant safety reminders
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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
52
Standard seat belt tensioners
52
Electric seat belt tensioners
52
Front seats
54
Rear seat
54
Door/hood/tailgate and fuel filler door reminder
54
Deployed airbags
55
The front airbag system
55
Front airbag deployment
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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
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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
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Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt
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Securing a booster cushion
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Securing a child seat
75
Location of child seat attachment points
76
To access the anchors
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Steering wheel and dashboard
84
Ceiling console
84
Center and tunnel console
84
Driver's door
84
Dynamic symbol
87
Selecting type of information
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Select theme
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Select language
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For example:
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Symbols in the hybrid battery gauge
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Trip odometer
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Odometer
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Current fuel consumption
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Starting values for fully charged hybrid battery
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Mileage when using electric motor
92
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
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Navigating and making selections in the App menu
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Using the center display's touchscreen
114
Returning to Home view from another view
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Scrolling in lists, articles or views
116
Using the center display controls
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Home view
117
Status bar
118
Top view
118
Climate view
118
App view
119
Function view
119
Expanding a tile from standard mode
122
Opening or closing a tile in full-screen mode
123
Different types of buttons
124
Button modes
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Variants of letters or characters
130
Adding or deleting languages in Settings
131
Toggling between keyboard languages
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Third-party apps
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Two types of reset
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Resetting settings
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Types of settings
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My Car
138
Sound
138
Navigation
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Media
138
Communication
139
Climate
139
System
139
Global settings
140
Personal settings
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Linking a remote key to a specific driver profile
141
City Safetyin head-up-display
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Selecting display options
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Adjusting brightness and height position
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Calibrating the horizontal position
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System updates
148
Numbers
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Sound settings
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Language settings
150
Exterior lighting
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Thumbwheel in instrument panel
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Tunnel detection
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High beam flash
158
High beams
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Triple flash indicator
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Continuous flashing sequence
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Deactivating/activating the function
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Reading lights
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Passenger compartment lighting
164
Courtesy lighting auto switch
164
Rear roof lighting
164
Glove compartment lighting
165
Vanity mirror lighting
165
Ground lighting
165
Doorsill lighting
165
Cargo compartment lighting
165
Ambient Lighting
165
Mood lighting
165
Lighting in the door storage compartments
165
Lighting in the front tunnel console cupholders
165
Changing the brightness
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Changing the color of the light
166
Laminated glass
168
In the rear door - manually operated
171
Rearview mirror
171
Door mirrors
171
Auto-dim
172
Controls used for door mirrors
173
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
175
Manual operation
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Auto operation
177
Automatic operation - rapid opening or closing
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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
180
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
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Adjusting front seat massage settings
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Adjusting the seat cushion
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Adjusting front seat lumbar support
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Activating the function
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Adjust passenger seat
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Center seat
195
Outboard seats
195
Adjusting the center head restraint
196
Electrically folding down the rear seat's outboard head restraints
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Center seat
198
Outboard seats
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Horn
201
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4-zone climate system
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Location of the sensors
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Materials used in the passenger compartment
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Air filtering systems
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Replacing the passenger compartment filter
209
Automatic and manual air distribution
209
Adjustable air vents
209
Opening and closing the air vents
211
Directing air flow
211
Physical buttons in the center console
215
Main climate
216
Rear climate control
216
Parking climate
216
Climate controls on the rear side of the tunnel console
217
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the front seats
218
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the rear seat
219
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center console
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Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center display
223
Activating and deactivating windshield heating from the center console
224
Activating and deactivating windshield heating from the center display
224
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the center console
225
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
227
Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the rear seats
227
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the front seats
229
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the rear seats
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Starting/stopping from the center display
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Starting from app
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Adding a timer setting
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Lock and alarm indicator
240
Front door
240
In rear door
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Buttonless key, Key Tag
242
Remote key buttons
242
Interference
243
Locking when the tailgate is open
244
Unlocking with remote key
244
Automatic relocking
244
Remote key not working
244
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Manual use
245
Keyless useModels equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive Entry) only.
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If the remote key is removed from the vehicle
246
Opening the key and replacing the battery
247
Loss of a remote key
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Driver support functions
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Using the detachable key blade
252
Detaching the key blade
252
Turning off the alarm
253
Locking
253
Alarm system
254
Remote keys (Passive entry/Passive start)
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Immobilizer and Passive entry/Passive startsystems
255
Door handle
256
Tailgate
256
Locking when the tailgate is open
257
Keyless unlocking
257
Automatic relocking
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Alternative unlocking method
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Locking using the front door buttons
260
Locking using the rear door button
260
Unlocking the rear door
260
Activating and deactivating electric child safety locks
261
Activating and deactivating manual child safety locks
262
Opening the power tailgate
263
Closing the power tailgate
264
Closing and lockingthe power tailgate
265
Interrupting opening or closing
265
Pinch protection
265
Preloaded springs
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Interrupting opening or closing with a foot movement
267
Vehicle with skid plate accessory
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Entering security code before initial use
269
Activating private locking
269
Deactivating private locking
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Alarm signals
270
Alarm indicator
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In the event of alarm system failure
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Disarming the alarm without a functioning remote key
272
Turning off a triggered alarm
272
Automatically arming and disarming the alarm
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Changing the level of steering wheel resistance
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Stability control
276
Spin control and active yaw control
276
Engine drag control
276
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
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Starting the Speed Limiter
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Setting/changing set speed
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Temporarily deactivating using the accelerator pedal
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ASLsymbol
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Activating ASL
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Deactivating ASL
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Overview
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Putting Cruise Control in standby mode
289
Activating/starting Cruise Control
289
For vehicles with only CC
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For vehicles with both CC and ACC
290
Cruise Control Eco Cruise
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Cruise Control Dynamic Cruise
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Standby mode due to action by the driver
291
Automatic standby mode
291
Reactivating Cruise Control from standby mode
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On/Off
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Controls
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Instrument panel
299
Putting Adaptive Cruise Control in standby mode
301
Starting/activating Adaptive Cruise Control
301
Automatic transmission
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Setting how ACC should maintain distanceto the vehicle ahead
304
Standby mode due to action by the driver
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Automatic standby mode
305
Reactivating Adaptive Cruise Control from standby mode
305
How passing assistance works
306
Requirements for passing assistance
306
Starting parking assistance
306
Automatic standby mode when switching targets
307
Deactivation of the Auto-hold brake function
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Auto Activate Parking Brake
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Steep roads and/or heavy loads
309
Other limitations
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Switching from ACC to CC
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Switching from CC to ACC
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How Pilot Assistworks
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In curves and forks in the road
314
Controls
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Instrument panel
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Collision warning
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Hands on the steering wheel
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Automatic transmission
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Setting how Pilot Assist should maintain distanceto the vehicle ahead
320
Standby mode due to action by the driver
321
Automatic standby mode
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Reactivating Pilot Assistfrom standby mode
322
How passing assistance works
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Requirements for passing assistance
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Starting parking assistance
323
Automatic standby mode when switching targets
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Deactivation of the Auto-hold brake function
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Auto Activate Parking Brake
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Steep roads and/or heavy loads
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Other limitations
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Obstructed camera
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Low trailers
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High temperatures
331
Damaged windshield
331
ACC, PA and BLIS
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Reduced visibility
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Obstructed camera
334
High temperatures
335
Damaged windshield
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1 - Collision warning
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2 - Brake assistance
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3 - Auto-brake
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Vehicles
341
Cyclists
341
Pedestrians
342
Large animals
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Limitations of City Safetyduring evasive maneuvers
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Low objects
346
Slippery road conditions
346
Backlighting
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Heat
346
Backing up
346
Low speed
346
Active driver
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Other limitations
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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
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On/Off
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Back
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Side sensors
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Front camera
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On/Off
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Camera view when backing up
393
Camera view when manually starting the camera
393
Automatically deactivating the camera
393
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Dark camera sector
394
Lighting conditions
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Searching for and measuring potential parking spots
399
Backing into a parking space
400
Positioning the vehicle in the parking space
400
The parking sequence is cancelled
402
Driver responsibility
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No electrical current
408
Towing not permitted
408
Exterior engine noise
408
High-voltage electrical current
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409
Charging using the gasoline engine
409
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Charging cable components
412
412
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Charging cable automatically locks
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426
428
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Selecting an ignition mode
430
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Anti-lock brakes
431
Light braking charges the hybrid battery
431
Symbols in the instrument panel
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433
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Symbol in the instrument panel
435
Automatic activation
435
Deactivating manually
435
Deactivating automatically
436
436
Low battery charge level
437
Replacing brake pads
437
Symbols in the instrument panel
437
Symbols in the instrument panel
438
When shutting off
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439
Symbols in the instrument panel
440
Park - P
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Reverse - R
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Neutral - N
442
Ddrive mode
442
Brake - B
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Activating the steering wheel paddles
443
Manual deactivation in gear D and B
443
Automatic deactivation
443
From Park - P
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From Neutral - N
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Messages in the instrument panel
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Two drive systems
445
Climate settings at low temperatures
446
Using the electric motor in hot or cold weather
446
Emission control system
446
HYBRID
447
Information in the instrument panel
448
PURE
448
ECO Climate
448
OFF ROAD
449
AWD
449
POWER
449
INDIVIDUAL
450
Using the combustion engine
450
Pneumatic suspension and shock absorbers
452
Parking
452
Transporting
452
Symbols and messages in driver display
453
Easy Entry and Exit Suspension Control
455
Disable Leveling Control
455
Selecting Low Speed Control in the center display's Function view
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Function
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To keep in mind when using HDC
457
Selecting Hill Descent Control in the center display's Function view
457
Charge
458
Preconditioning
458
Driving
459
Factors the driver cannot control
460
Factors the driver can control
461
Hold
461
Charge
462
Symbols in the instrument panel
462
463
Slippery driving conditions
463
Refueling the vehicle at a service station
465
Refueling from a fuel container
466
Deposit control gasoline (gasoline with detergent additives)
466
Alcohol - Ethanol
467
Methanol
467
Decals
468
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
468
Fuel Formulations
468
Use of Additives
468
Demanding driving
469
Three-way catalytic converter
469
Heated oxygen sensors
469
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Symbols in the instrument panel
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472
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Installing the ball holder
473
Removing the ball holder
473
Stowing the ball holder
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474
Trailer weights
475
Steep inclines
475
Parking on a hill
475
Starting on a hill
475
Reasons for swaying
476
Trailer Stability Assist function
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476
Trailer turn signals and brake lights
477
Automatic check
477
Disabling the automatic check
477
Manual check
477
478
Towing another vehicle
478
Jump starting
478
478
Attaching the towing eyelet
478
General
480
Programming individual buttons
482
Resetting the HomeLink®buttons
482
FCC (USA) and IC (Canada)
483
Type approval for EU
483
483
Activating and deactivating the compass
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484
Optimal sound reproduction
488
Sound settings as needed
488
Sound experience
489
Active noise suppression
489
Changing wavebands
493
Changing a list in a waveband
493
Changing radio stations in a selected list
494
Searching for a station manually
494
Radio favorites
495
Adding and deleting radio favorites
495
FM radio
495
SiriusXM®Satellite radio
495
Introduction
496
Artist Experience™
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Ball game mode
497
Benefits of digital broadcasting
497
How HD Radio ™Technologybroadcasting works
497
Selecting sub-channels
499
Limitations
499
Listening to satellite radio
500
Selecting SiriusXM®Satellite radio mode
500
Search
501
Channels
501
Favorites
501
Categories/Genres
501
EPG(Electronic Program Guide)
501
Alerts
501
iTunes tagging
502
Traffic Jump
503
Alert Notifications
503
Alert Notifications Sound
503
Sort Channels
503
iTunes Tagging
503
Game Alerts
503
Unsubscribed Services
503
Skipped Stations
503
Skipped Categories
503
Starting SiriusXM Travel Link
504
Favorites
504
Map view
505
Today
505
5 days
506
Ski condition
506
Areas
506
Types of notifications
506
Information about a notification
507
507
Search
507
Nearby
507
Recommended
508
Favorites
508
Brands
508
508
CD
510
USB flash drive
510
MP3 player and iPod®
510
Bluetooth-connected device
510
Media with Internet connection
510
Video
510
Apple CarPlay
510
Android Auto
510
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Updating Gracenote
513
514
515
516
516
517
CarPlay to iPod
518
iPod to CarPlay
518
Automatic start
518
System Volumes
518
Automatic start
521
System Volumes
521
522
Overview
522
Option 1 - searching for the phone from the vehicle
523
Option 2 - searching for the vehicle from the phone
524
Compatible phones
524
Making multiple calls
527
Incoming calls while another call is in progress
528
Privacy
528
Reading text messages in the center display
528
Reading new text messages in the instrument panel
528
Dictating replies in the instrument panel
529
Message notification
529
530
Call notifications in head up display
530
Bluetooth®declaration of conformity
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531
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Phone to vehicle
536
Phone to network operator
536
Restarting the phone
537
537
Deleting all networks
537
537
Subtitles
539
DivX®
539
Technical specifications for the USB-A connector
539
Bowers & Wilkins
541
Gracenote®End User License Agreement
542
Sensus software
542
Linux software
543
camellia:1.2.0
544
Unicode: 5.1.0
544
Declaration of Conformity
545
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Recommended tires
552
New tires
552
Tire age
553
Tire economy
553
Tire rotation
553
Storing wheels and tires
553
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555
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Speed Symbol
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TREADWEAR
558
TRACTION
558
TEMPERATURE
558
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Cold tires
559
General information about the tire pressure monitoring system
561
Messages in the instrument panel
562
To keep in mind
562
563
Status indicator light
564
Changing to tires of another dimension
566
Models with leveling control
567
567
Locking wheel bolts
567
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Tips for changing snow tires
573
Studded tires
573
Tread depth
573
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Location
574
Sealing compound bottle
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Overview
575
Connecting
575
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Curb weight
580
Capacity weight
580
Permissible axle weight
580
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
580
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
580
Front seats
582
Rear seat
582
Second row of seats
582
Third row of seats
582
582
12 V outlets
584
Electrical outlets in the tunnel console - rear seat
584
High-voltage outlet status indicator light
584
Using 12 V outlets
586
Using high-voltage outlets
586
Extra cargo space
589
Raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle
589
590
591
591
Installing the cargo compartment coverIn the XC90 Excellence, the cargo compartment cover is permanently fixed and cannot be taken out or put in.
591
Removing the cargo compartment cover
591
Retracting the cover
593
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Installation
594
Removing the cover
595
Installing the cargo net
596
Removing the cargo net
597
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The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S.
600
Maintenance
600
Applicable warranties - U.S./Canada
600
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
601
How do states use OBD IIfor emission inspections?
601
How can my vehicle fail OBD IIemission inspection?
601
Each time the car is refueled:
601
Monthly:
602
As needed:
602
Manual connection to workshop Wi-Fi
602
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Searching for update
603
Updating all system software
604
Updating individual system software
604
Canceling software download
604
Deactivating the background search for software update
604
604
To use the service
605
Book service
605
Accepting an appointment suggestion
605
Vehicle information contents
606
607
Opening the hood
609
Warning - hood not closed
609
Closing the hood
609
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
610
610
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Viewing oil level in the center display
613
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615
616
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Connection points
617
Location
619
Specifications
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621
Coolant
621
Specifications
621
622
Location of fuseboxes
623
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Positions
625
628
Positions
629
632
Positions
633
635
635
636
Fabric upholstery and ceiling liner
637
Seat belts
637
Inlay mats and floor mats
637
Cleaning the leather upholstery
639
Protecting the leather upholstery
639
If there are stains on the steering wheel:
639
Interior plastic, metal and wood surfaces
640
641
Hand washing
641
Automatic car washes
643
High-pressure washing
644
Wiper blades
644
Exterior plastic, rubber and trim components
645
Rims
646
646
Inspection and maintenance
646
647
Materials that might be needed
647
647
Color code
648
Changing rear window wipers
649
Replacing wiper blades
650
652
652
Location of decals
656
659
Electric motor
663
Extreme driving conditions
664
Oil volume
664
665
665
666
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
666
Compressor oil
666
Evaporator
666
Related information
667
2018 Volvo Xc90 Twin Engine Overview
Introduction
The 2018 Volvo XC90 Twin Engine is a stunning embodiment of Scandinavian luxury, sophistication, and eco-conscious technology. With its sleek yet robust design, this plug-in hybrid SUV offers remarkable performance while being mindful of the environment. Built on a modular platform, the XC90 seamlessly combines versatility, practicality, and advanced safety features, making it an optimal choice for families and adventurous drivers alike.
Powertrains
At the heart of the XC90 Twin Engine lies a powerful T8 plug-in hybrid powertrain, which harmoniously integrates a supercharged and turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four engine with an electric motor. This combination produces a stellar output of 400 horsepower and 472 lb-ft of torque, allowing the XC90 to accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.3 seconds. The vehicle features an 8-speed automatic transmission and an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, ensuring superior handling in various driving conditions. With an electric-only range of approximately 14 miles, it offers a green alternative for short commutes while still providing the robust capabilities of a luxury SUV.
Trims
The 2018 XC90 Twin Engine is available in several well-appointed trims: Momentum, R-Design, and Inscription. Each trim level presents a distinct blend of luxury and functionality. The Momentum trim emphasizes innovative technology and comfortable seating, while the R-Design adds a sporty flair with its unique design accents. The Inscription trim is the pinnacle of luxury, featuring premium materials and advanced features like heated and ventilated seats, ambient lighting, and a state-of-the-art audio system.
Features
This model comes equipped with an array of premium features, including Volvo's Sensus infotainment system with a 9-inch touchscreen display, advanced navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto integration. Safety technologies such as Pilot Assist, City Safety Collision Avoidance, and Run-off Road Protection are standard, underpinning Volvo's commitment to passenger safety. The spacious interior offers comfortable seating for up to seven passengers, alongside ample cargo space, making it ideal for both city driving and road trips.
Owner's Manual
The owner's manual for the 2018 Volvo XC90 Twin Engine serves as an invaluable resource, providing essential information regarding the vehicle’s features, maintenance schedules, and operating instructions. It offers guidance on maximizing the plug-in hybrid capabilities, navigating the Sensus system, and understanding the safety technologies that come standard with the XC90, ensuring drivers can make the most of their luxury SUV experience.
User manual download
The Volvo Xc90 Twin Engine 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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