2019 Volvo Xc90 Owner's Manual

2019 Volvo Xc90 owners manual
Year:
2019
Make:
Volvo
Model:
Xc90
Rating:
(4)

Online manual

Size:
9.97 MB

Table of Contents

Vehicle's center display
18
Mobile app
18
Volvo Cars support site
18
Printed information
18
Start page
21
Categories
21
Quick Guide
21
Exterior and interior hotspots
21
Favorites
21
Saving or deleting favorite articles
21
Video
21
Information
22
Using the search function in the Top menu
22
Maps
23
Mobile apps
23
Owner's manuals in PDF format
23
Contact
23
Option/accessory
24
Footnotes
24
Risk of injury
24
Risk of damage
24
Information
25
Procedures
25
Position lists
25
Bullet lists
25
Related information
25
Illustrations, images and video clips
25
Continues on next page
25
Continuation from previous page
25
Registering your Volvo IDto the vehicle
29
Support
30
Prevention
30
Protection
31
Head-up display
33
Instrument panel
33
Center display
34
Voice control system
34
Type approval
39
Related information
40
Technician certification
40
Warning symbol in the instrument panel
44
Seat belt
45
Seating position
45
Occupant safety reminders
46
Transport Canada can be contacted at:
47
Seating position
49
Seat belt maintenance
49
Buckling seat belts
50
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
56
Airbag decals
57
Disabling the passenger's side front airbag
58
Modifications
60
Starting the vehicle when it is in safety mode
64
Moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode
64
Volvo has some very specific recommendations
66
When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:
68
Child restraint registration and recalls
68
Securing an infant seat with a seat belt
69
Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt
71
Securing a booster cushion
73
Securing a child seat
75
Location of child seat attachment points
76
To access the anchors
77
Steering wheel and dashboard
84
Ceiling console
84
Center and tunnel console
84
Driver's door
84
Instrument panel 12\
86
Instrument panel 8\
87
Dynamic symbol
88
Selecting type of information
90
Select theme
90
Select language
90
Trip odometer
92
Odometer
92
Current fuel consumption
92
Distance to empty tank
92
Tourist - alternative speedometer
92
Automatic time for vehicles with GPS
96
Daylight savings time
96
App menu functions
106
Opening and closing the app menu
107
Navigating and making selections in the App menu
107
Using the center display's touchscreen
116
Returning to Home view from another view
118
Scrolling in lists, articles or views
118
Using the center display controls
118
Home view
119
Status bar
120
Top view
120
Climate view
120
App view
121
Function view
121
Expanding a tile from standard mode
124
Opening or closing a tile in full-screen mode
125
Different types of buttons
126
Button modes
127
Variants of letters or characters
132
Adding or deleting languages in Settings
133
Toggling between keyboard languages
133
Third-party apps
137
Two types of reset
138
Resetting settings
138
My Car
139
Sound
139
Navigation
139
Media
139
Communication
139
Climate
139
System
140
Global settings
140
Personal settings
140
Linking a remote key to a specific driver profile
142
City Safetyin head-up-display
147
Selecting display options
148
Adjusting brightness and height position
148
Calibrating the horizontal position
149
Numbers
151
Sound settings
152
Language settings
152
Exterior lighting
156
Thumbwheel in instrument panel
157
High beam flash
160
High beams
160
Triple flash indicator
162
Continuous flashing sequence
162
Deactivating/activating the function
163
Cornering illumination
164
Reading lights
167
Passenger compartment lighting
167
Courtesy lighting auto switch
167
Rear roof lighting
167
Glove compartment lighting
167
Vanity mirror lighting
167
Ground lighting
167
Doorsill lighting
168
Cargo compartment lighting
168
Ambient Lighting
168
Mood lighting
168
Lighting in the door storage compartments
168
Lighting in the tunnel console's front cup holder
168
Changing the brightness
169
Changing the color of the light
169
Laminated glass
172
Rear door – manually operated
175
Rearview mirror
175
Door mirrors
175
Auto-dim
176
Controls used for door mirrors
177
Automatically folding door mirrors
177
Resetting the mirrors' position
177
Tilting when parking
177
Automatically tilting when parking
177
Automatic folding when the vehicle is locked
178
Wind blocker
179
Manual operation
180
Auto operation
181
Automatic operation - rapid opening or closing
181
Single sweep
182
Wipers off
182
Interval wipers
182
Continuous wipers
183
Activating the rain sensor
183
Deactivate the rain sensor
184
Activating/deactivating memory function
184
Starting the windshield and headlight washers
185
Headlight washer
185
Reduced washing
185
Activating the rear window wiper/washer
186
Storing positions
192
Front door open
193
Front door closed
193
Restarting the massage function
194
Adjusting front seat massage settings
195
Adjusting seat cushion length using the multifunction control
195
Manually adjusting seat cushion length
196
Adjusting lumbar support in vehicles with four-way lumbar support
197
Adjusting lumbar support in vehicles with two-way lumbar support
198
Activating the function
198
Adjust passenger seat
198
Center seat
200
Outboard seats
200
Adjusting the center head restraint
201
Electrically folding down the rear seat's outboard head restraints
202
Center seat
203
Outboard seats
204
Horn
206
2-zone climate system
210
4-zone climate system
210
Location of the sensors
211
Materials used in the passenger compartment
213
Air filtering systems
213
Replacing the passenger compartment filter
215
Automatic and manual air distribution
216
Adjustable air vents
216
Opening and closing the air vents
217
Directing air flow
217
Physical buttons in the center console
221
Main climate
221
Rear climate control
222
Parking climate
222
Climate controls on the rear side of the tunnel console
222
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the front seats
224
Activating and deactivating the heated rear seats from the rear seat
225
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center console
229
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center display
229
Activating and deactivating windshield heating from the center console
230
Activating and deactivating windshield heating from the center display
230
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the center console
231
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the center display
232
Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the front seats
233
Setting blower speed for the rear seats from the rear seats
233
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the front seats
235
Setting the temperature for the rear seats from the rear seats
235
Starting and stopping from the vehicle
239
Starting from app
240
Adding a timer setting
240
Editing a timer setting
241
Lock and alarm indicator
246
Front door
246
In rear door
247
Buttonless key, Key Tag
248
Remote key buttons
248
Interference
249
Locking when the tailgate is open
250
Unlocking with remote key
250
Automatic relocking
250
Remote key not working
250
Manual use
252
Keyless use
252
If the remote key is removed from the vehicle
252
Opening the key and replacing the battery
254
Loss of a remote key
256
Driver support functions
258
Using the detachable key blade
258
Detaching the key blade
258
Turning off the alarm
259
Locking
260
Remote immobilizer with tracking system
261
Alarm system
261
Remote keys (Passive entry/Passive start)
261
Immobilizer and Passive entry/Passive startsystems
262
Door handle
263
Tailgate
263
Locking when the tailgate is open
264
Keyless unlocking
264
Automatic relocking
264
Alternative unlocking method
267
Locking using the front door buttons
267
Locking using the rear door button
267
Unlocking the rear door
267
Activating and deactivating electric child safety locks
268
Activating and deactivating manual child safety locks
269
Opening
270
Closing
271
Closing and locking
272
Interrupting opening or closing
272
Pinch protection
272
Preloaded springs
272
Interrupting opening or closing with a foot movement
274
Vehicle with skid plate accessory
274
Entering security code before initial use
276
Activating private locking
276
Deactivating private locking
276
Alarm signals
277
Alarm indicator
277
In the event of alarm system failure
278
Disarming the alarm without a functioning remote key
279
Turning off a triggered alarm
279
Automatically arming and disarming the alarm
279
Changing the level of steering wheel resistance
283
Stability control
284
Spin control and active yaw control
284
Engine drag control
284
Trailer Stability Assist
284
Putting Speed Limiter in standby mode
288
Starting the Speed Limiter
288
Setting/changing set speed
288
Temporarily deactivating using the accelerator pedal
289
ASLsymbol
292
Activating ASL
293
Deactivating ASL
293
Overview
295
Putting Cruise Control in standby mode
296
Activating/starting Cruise Control
296
For vehicles with only CC
297
For vehicles with both CC and ACC
298
Cruise Control Eco Cruise with ECOdrive mode
298
Cruise Control Dynamic Cruise
298
Standby mode due to action by the driver
299
Automatic standby mode
299
Reactivating Cruise Control from standby mode
299
On/Off
302
Controls
306
Instrument panel
307
Putting Adaptive Cruise Control in standby mode
309
Starting/activating Adaptive Cruise Control
309
Automatic transmission
311
Setting how ACC should maintain distanceto the vehicle ahead
312
Standby mode due to action by the driver
313
Automatic standby mode
313
Reactivating Adaptive Cruise Control from standby mode
313
How passing assistance works
314
Requirements for passing assistance
315
Starting parking assistance
315
Automatic standby mode when switching targets
316
Deactivation of the Auto-hold brake function
316
Auto Activate Parking Brake
316
Steep roads and/or heavy loads
317
Other limitations
317
Switching from ACC to CC
318
Switching from CC to ACC
318
How Pilot Assistworks
321
In curves and forks in the road
322
Controls
323
Instrument panel
324
Hands on the steering wheel
326
Automatic transmission
327
Setting how Pilot Assist should maintain distanceto the vehicle ahead
328
Standby mode due to action by the driver
330
Automatic standby mode
330
Reactivating Pilot Assistfrom standby mode
330
How passing assistance works
331
Starting parking assistance
332
Automatic standby mode when switching targets
333
Deactivation of the Auto-hold brake function
333
Auto Activate Parking Brake
333
Steep roads and/or heavy loads
335
Other limitations
335
Obstructed camera
338
Low trailers
339
High temperatures
340
Damaged windshield
340
ACC, PA and BLIS
341
Reduced visibility
343
Obstructed camera
343
High temperatures
344
Damaged windshield
344
1 - Collision warning
348
2 - Brake assistance
349
3 - Auto-brake
349
Vehicles
350
Cyclists
350
Pedestrians
351
Large animals
352
Limitations of City Safetyduring evasive maneuvers
354
Low objects
356
Slippery road conditions
356
Backlighting
356
Heat
356
Backing up
356
Low speed
356
Active driver
356
Other limitations
357
Market limitations
357
Signs for \School\ and \Children playing\
371
Adjusting the Speed Warning limit
372
Audible alert On/Off
372
Speed camera warning On/Off
372
On/Off
376
Lane Keeping Aid does not intervene
379
On/Off
380
Front camera
396
Back
396
Side sensors
397
On/Off
397
Camera view when backing up
407
Camera view when manually starting the camera
407
Automatically deactivating the camera
407
Dark camera sector
408
Lighting conditions
408
Searching for and measuring potential parking spots
413
Backing into a parking space
414
Positioning the vehicle in the parking space
415
The parking sequence is cancelled
417
Driver responsibility
417
Selecting an ignition mode
425
Anti-lock brakes
427
Symbols in the instrument panel
427
Symbol in the instrument panel
430
Automatic activation
430
Deactivating manually
430
Deactivating automatically
431
Low battery charge level
432
Replacing brake pads
432
Symbols in the instrument panel
432
Symbols in the instrument panel
433
When shutting off
434
Symbols in the instrument panel
435
Park - P
436
Reverse - R
436
Neutral - N
436
Ddrive mode
436
Manual shifting mode - M
437
Activating the steering wheel paddles
437
Manual deactivation in gear position D
438
Automatic deactivation
438
From Park - P
439
From Neutral - N
439
COMFORT
441
ECO
441
OFF ROAD
441
DYNAMIC
441
INDIVIDUAL
442
Activating Eco Coast
444
Limitations
444
Deactivating and turning off Eco Coast
444
Cruise control Eco Cruise
444
ECO gauge in the instrument panel
445
ECO Climate
445
Selecting Ecodrive mode in the center display's Function view
446
Auto-stop
446
12\ instrument panel
447
8\ instrument panel
447
The engine does not auto-stop
448
The engine does not auto-start
448
The engine auto-starts while the brake pedal is depressed
448
Pneumatic suspension and shock absorbers
450
Parking
450
Transporting
450
Symbols and messages in driver display
451
Easy Entry and Exit Suspension Control
453
Disable Leveling Control
453
Selecting Low Speed Control in the center display's Function view
454
Function
455
To keep in mind when using HDC
455
Selecting Hill Descent Control in the center display's Function view
456
Slippery driving conditions
458
Refueling the vehicle at a service station
460
Refueling from a fuel container
460
Deposit control gasoline (gasoline with detergent additives)
461
Alcohol - Ethanol
461
Methanol
461
Decals
462
TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline
462
Fuel Formulations
462
Use of Additives
463
Demanding driving
463
Three-way catalytic converter
463
Heated oxygen sensors
464
Symbols in the instrument panel
464
Installing the ball holder
467
Removing the ball holder
467
Stowing the ball holder
467
Trailer weights
469
Steep inclines
469
Parking on a hill
469
Starting on a hill
469
Reasons for swaying
469
Trailer Stability Assist function
469
Trailer turn signals and brake lights
470
Automatic check
471
Disabling the automatic check
471
Manual check
471
Preparations and towing
471
Jump starting
472
To consider before using the towing eyelet
473
Removing the towing eyelet
473
General
474
Programming individual buttons
476
Resetting the HomeLink®buttons
476
FCC (USA) and IC (Canada)
477
Type approval for EU
477
Activating and deactivating the compass
478
Optimal sound reproduction
482
Personal settings
482
Premium Sound(Bowers & Wilkins)
483
High Performance Pro(Harman Kardon)
483
High Performance
483
Premium Sound(Bowers & Wilkins)
483
High Performance Pro(Harman Kardon)
484
Changing wavebands
488
Changing a list in a waveband
488
Changing radio stations in a selected list
488
Searching for a station manually
489
Radio favorites
489
Adding and deleting radio favorites
489
AM/FM Radio
490
SiriusXM®Satellite radio
490
Introduction
491
Artist Experience™
491
Ball game mode
492
Benefits of digital broadcasting
492
How HD Radio ™Technologybroadcasting works
492
Selecting sub-channels
493
Limitations
494
Listening to satellite radio
494
Selecting SiriusXM®Satellite radio mode
494
Search
496
Channels
496
Favorites
496
Categories/Genres
496
EPG(Electronic Program Guide)
496
Alerts
496
iTunes tagging
496
Traffic Jump
497
Alert Notifications
497
Alert Notifications Sound
497
Sort Channels
497
iTunes Tagging
497
Game Alerts
498
Unsubscribed Services
498
Skipped Stations
498
Skipped Categories
498
Starting SiriusXM Travel Link
498
Favorites
499
Map view
500
Today
500
5 days
500
Ski condition
500
Areas
501
Search
502
Nearby
502
Recommended
502
Favorites
502
Brands
502
CD
505
USB flash drive
505
MP3 player and iPod®
505
Bluetooth-connected device
505
Media with Internet connection
505
Video
505
Apple CarPlay
505
Android Auto
505
Updating Gracenote
507
Technical specifications for the USB-A connector
511
Subtitles
512
DivX®
512
CarPlay to iPod
514
iPod to CarPlay
514
Automatic start
514
System Volumes
514
Automatic start
517
System Volumes
517
Overview
518
Option 1 - searching for the phone from the vehicle
519
Option 2 - searching for the vehicle from the phone
520
Compatible phones
520
Making multiple calls
523
Incoming calls while another call is in progress
523
Privacy
523
Reading text messages in the center display aloud
524
Reading new text messages in the instrument panel aloud
524
Dictating replies in the instrument panel
524
Message alert
524
Call notifications in head up display
526
Bluetooth®declaration of conformity
527
Phone to vehicle
532
Phone to network operator
532
Restarting the phone
533
Deleting all networks
533
Bowers & Wilkins
535
Gracenote®End User License Agreement
536
Sensus software
536
Linux software
537
camellia:1.2.0
538
Unicode: 5.1.0
538
Declaration of Conformity
539
Recommended tires
546
New tires
546
Tire age
547
Tire economy
547
Tire rotation
547
Storing wheels and tires
547
Speed Symbol
551
TREADWEAR
552
TRACTION
552
TEMPERATURE
552
Cold tires
553
General information about the tire pressure monitoring system
555
Messages in the instrument panel
556
To keep in mind
556
Status indicator light
558
Changing to tires of another dimension
560
Locking wheel bolts
561
Location
566
Stowing a flat tire
566
Tips for changing snow tires
567
Studded tires
567
Tread depth
567
Location
569
Sealing compound expiration date
569
Overview
569
Connecting
570
Curb weight
574
Capacity weight
574
Permissible axle weight
574
Gross vehicle weight (GVW)
574
Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
574
Front seats
578
Rear seat
578
Second row of seats
578
Third row of seats
578
12 V outlets
580
Electrical outlets in the tunnel console - rear seat
580
High-voltage outlet status indicator light
580
Using 12 V outlets
582
Using high-voltage outlets
582
Extra cargo space
585
Raising/lowering the rear end of the vehicle
585
On the sides of the cargo compartment
586
Under the floor hatch
587
Installing the cargo compartment cover
588
Removing the cargo compartment cover
588
Retracting the cover
590
Installation
591
Removing the cover
592
Installing the cargo net
593
Removing the cargo net
594
The Federal Clean Air Act - U.S.
596
Maintenance
596
Applicable warranties - U.S./Canada
596
Periodic maintenance helps minimize emissions
597
How do states use OBD IIfor emission inspections?
597
How can my vehicle fail OBD IIemission inspection?
597
Each time the car is refueled:
597
Monthly:
598
As needed:
598
Connecting with remote key
598
Searching for update
599
Updating all system software
600
Updating individual system software
600
Canceling software download
600
Deactivating the background search for software update
600
To use the service
601
Book service
601
Accepting an appointment suggestion
602
Vehicle information contents
603
Opening the hood
606
Warning - hood not closed
606
Closing the hood
606
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
607
Viewing oil level in the center display
610
Front bulbs (vehicles with halogen headlights)
615
Rear bulbs
615
Connection points
620
Location
621
Specifications for start battery
621
Specifications for support battery
624
Location of fuseboxes
625
Positions
628
Positions
631
Positions
635
Fabric upholstery and ceiling liner
639
Seat belts
639
Inlay mats and floor mats
639
Cleaning the leather upholstery
641
Protecting the leather upholstery
641
If there are stains on the steering wheel:
641
Interior plastic, metal and wood surfaces
642
Hand washing
643
High-pressure washing
646
Wiper blades
646
Exterior plastic, rubber and trim components
647
Rims
648
Inspection and maintenance
648
Materials that might be needed
649
Color code
650
Changing rear window wipers
651
Replacing wiper blades
652
Wiper blades come in varying lengths
652
Activating/deactivating service position
653
Location of decals
656
Extreme driving conditions
664
Oil volume
664
Automatic transmission
665
Vehicles with R134a refrigerant
666
Compressor oil
666
Evaporator
666
Related information
667

2019 Volvo Xc90 Overview

Introduction

The 2019 Volvo XC90 is a luxurious mid-size SUV that epitomizes the brand's commitment to safety, comfort, and Scandinavian design. With its elegant lines and a spacious interior, the XC90 is not just a mode of transportation; it's a family-friendly vehicle that offers a perfect blend of style and practicality. As part of Volvo’s renowned lineup, the XC90 showcases advanced technology and an emphasis on sustainability, making it an enticing choice for environmentally-conscious drivers seeking versatility in their automobile.

Powertrains

Under the hood, the 2019 XC90 offers a range of powertrains that cater to various driving preferences. The base model houses a 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engine delivering 250 horsepower, while the T6 variant adds a supercharger for an impressive 316 horsepower. For those looking for a hybrid option, the T8 plug-in hybrid showcases a combination of the 2.0-liter engine and an electric motor, yielding a thrilling 400 horsepower, all while promoting eco-friendliness with low emissions and the ability to drive on electric power alone.

Trims

The XC90 is available in multiple trims: Momentum, R-Design, and Excellence, each tailored to different consumer preferences. The Momentum trim provides a solid array of features including leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, and advanced safety technologies. The R-Design adds sporty styling elements and unique interior finishes, while Excellence focuses on ultimate luxury with features such as executive seating, upgraded sound systems, and exclusive design details.

Features

Standard features across the XC90 range include a large touchscreen infotainment system with smartphone integration, adaptive cruise control, and an array of advanced safety features like Volvo's City Safety system that can identify pedestrians and cyclists. An optional Bowers & Wilkins audio system enhances the in-cabin experience, providing crystal-clear sound quality for music lovers.

Owner's Manual

The 2019 Volvo XC90's owner's manual is a comprehensive guide designed to help owners navigate all aspects of their vehicle. It covers essential topics, including safety features, maintenance schedules, infotainment system usage, and troubleshooting tips, ensuring that drivers can maximize their experience while enjoying the luxury and technology that Volvo embodies.

User manual download

The Volvo Xc90 owner manual for the 2019 model year is to be found in PDF downloadable format on this page. The owner manual for the model year 2019 is free and in English, but the repair manuals are usually not easy to get and may cost more.

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