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VOLVO XC90

Owner's Manual Web Edition

Welcome to the world-wide family of Volvo owners. We trustthat you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo, anautomobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. Weencourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipmentdescriptions and operating instructions in this manual. We alsourge you and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times inthis (or any other) vehicle. And, of course, please do not operatea vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or anyimpairment that could hinder your ability to drive.

Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable federal safety andemission standards. For further information please contactyour retailer, or:

In the USA: Volvo Cars of North America, LLC Customer CareCenter

1 Volvo Drive

P.O. Box 914

Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647

1-800-458-1552

www.volvocars.us

In Canada: Volvo Cars of Canada Corp

National Customer Service

175 Gordon Baker Road

North York, Ontario M2H 2N7

1-800-663-8255

www.volvocanada.com

2009 © Volvo Car Corporation, All rights reserved.

Contents

4 * Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

0000 IntroductionImportant information............................... 10Environment.............................................. 14Important warnings................................... 15

0101 SafetyOccupant safety........................................ 18Seat belts.................................................. 20Supplemental Restraint System............... 23Front airbags............................................. 24Occupant Weight Sensor.......................... 28Side impact protection airbags................. 31Volvo Inflatable Curtain............................. 32Whiplash Protection System..................... 34Child safety............................................... 36Child restraint systems............................. 38Infant seats............................................... 40Convertible seats...................................... 42Booster cushions...................................... 45ISOFIX lower anchors............................... 46Top tether anchors.................................... 48Child restraint registration and recalls...... 49Integrated booster cushion....................... 50

0202 Instruments and controlsInstrument overview.................................. 54Instrument panel....................................... 56Information display................................... 60Center console buttons............................ 62Steering wheel adjustment....................... 64Lighting panel........................................... 65Manually unlocking the fuel filler door...... 67Left-side steering wheel lever................... 68Right-side steering wheel lever................. 69Hazard warning flashers........................... 72Trip computer........................................... 73Cruise control............................................ 7512-volt sockets......................................... 77Hood/tailgate............................................ 78Power windows......................................... 79Mirrors....................................................... 81Power moonroof....................................... 84HomeLink® Wireless Control System*..... 86

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0303 ClimateClimate control system – general informa-tion............................................................ 92Air distribution........................................... 94Electronic climate control (ECC)............... 96

0404 InteriorFront seats.............................................. 102Rear seats............................................... 106Interior lighting........................................ 109Storage compartments........................... 111Securing cargo........................................ 116

0505 Locks and alarmRemote keys and key blades.................. 122Locking and unlocking............................ 126Child safety locks.................................... 128Alarm....................................................... 129

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0606 Starting and drivingGeneral information................................ 132Fuel requirements................................... 133Refueling................................................. 135Starting the vehicle................................. 137Ignition switch and steering wheel lock. . 139Economical driving.................................. 140Difficult driving conditions...................... 141Automatic transmission.......................... 142Jump starting.......................................... 145All Wheel Drive*....................................... 146Brake system.......................................... 147Parking brake.......................................... 149Stability system....................................... 150Front/rear park assist*............................. 152Towing.................................................... 154Towing a trailer....................................... 156Detachable trailer hitch........................... 159Load carriers (accessory)........................ 160Cold weather precautions....................... 161Before a long distance trip...................... 162Blind Spot Information System............... 163

0707 Wheels and tiresGeneral information................................ 170Tire inflation ............................................ 173Tire inflation pressure tables – U.S. mod-els............................................................ 175Tire inflation pressure tables – Canadianmodels.................................................... 176Tire designations..................................... 177Glossary of tire terminology.................... 179Vehicle loading........................................ 180Uniform Tire Quality Grading.................. 181Snow chains, snow tires, studded tires. . 182Temporary spare..................................... 183Changing wheels.................................... 184Tire Sealing System ............................... 188Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) –U.S. models only..................................... 193 08

08 Car careWashing and cleaning the vehicle.......... 198Paint touch up......................................... 202

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0909 Maintenance and servicingVolvo service........................................... 206Maintaining your vehicle......................... 207Working on your vehicle......................... 209Engine compartment............................... 211Engine oil................................................ 212Fluids...................................................... 215Wiper blades........................................... 217Battery..................................................... 218Replacing bulbs...................................... 221Fuses...................................................... 228 10

10 AudioAudio system overview........................... 242Audio system controls............................ 243Radio functions....................................... 248Sirius satellite radio................................. 253Auxiliary equipment................................ 257CD player/changer.................................. 259Menu structure........................................ 262Rear Seat Entertainment – Dual Screen(RSE)*...................................................... 263 11

11 SpecificationsLabel information.................................... 268Dimensions ............................................ 270Weights .................................................. 272Fluids...................................................... 274Suspension............................................. 276Engine oil................................................ 277Engine specifications.............................. 278Electrical system..................................... 279Three-way catalytic converter................. 281Volvo programs....................................... 282

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1212 IndexIndex....................................................... 284

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Introduction

Important information

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About this manual

• Before you operate your vehicle for the firsttime, please familiarize yourself with theinformation found in the chapters "Instru-ments and controls" and "Starting anddriving."

• Information contained in the balance of themanual is extremely useful and shouldpreferably be read after operating the vehi-cle for the first time.

• The manual is structured so that it can beused for reference. For this reason, itshould be kept in the vehicle for readyaccess.

FootnotesCertain pages of this manual contain informa-tion in the form of footnotes at the bottom ofthe page. This information supplements thetext that the footnote number refers to (a letteris used if the footnote refers to text in a table).

Display textsThere are several displays in the driver’s fieldof vision that show messages generated byvarious systems and functions in the vehicle.These texts are indicated in the Owner’s Man-ual by being in slightly larger type than the sur-rounding text and are printed in gray, (forexample: Doors auto lock).

DecalsThere are various types of decals in the vehiclewhose purpose is to provide important infor-mation in a clear and concise way. The impor-tance of these decals is explained as follows,in descending order of importance.

Risk of injury

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Black ISO symbols on a yellow warning back-ground, white text/image on a black back-ground. Decals of this type are used to indicatepotential danger. Ignoring a warning of thistype could result in serious injury or death.

Risk of damage to the vehicle

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White ISO symbols and white text/image on ablack or blue warning background and spacefor a message. If the information on decals ofthis type is ignored, damage to the vehiclecould result.

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Information

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White ISO symbols and white text/image on ablack background. These decals provide gen-eral information.

NOTE

The decals shown in the Owner’s Manualare examples only and are not intended tobe reproductions of the decals actually usedin the vehicle. The purpose is to give an indi-cation of how they look and their approxi-mate location in the vehicle. The applicableinformation for your particular vehicle canbe found on the respective decals in thevehicle.

Types of lists used in the manual

ProceduresProcedures (step-by-step instructions), oractions that must be carried out in a certainorder, are arranged in numbered lists in thismanual.

If there is a series of illustrations associatedwith step-by-step instructions, each stepin the procedure is numbered in the sameway as the corresponding illustration.

Lists in which letters are used can be foundwith series of illustrations in cases wherethe order in which the instructions are car-ried out is not important.

Arrows with or without numbers are usedto indicate the direction of a movement.

If there are no illustrations associated with astep-by-step list, the steps in the procedureare indicated by ordinary numbers.

Position listsRed circles containing a number are usedin general overview illustrations in whichcertain components are pointed out. Thecorresponding number is also used in theposition list's description of the variouscomponents.

Bullet listsBullets are used to differentiate a number ofcomponents/functions/points of informationthat can be listed in random order.

For example:

• Coolant• Engine oil

Continued� �This symbol can be found at the lower rightcorner of an odd-numbered (right-hand) pageto indicate that the current topic is continuedon the following page.

Options and accessoriesOptional or accessory equipment described inthis manual is indicated by an asterisk.

Optional or accessory equipment may not beavailable in all countries or markets. Pleasenote that some vehicles may be equipped dif-ferently, depending on special legal require-ments.

Optional or accessory equipment may not beavailable in all countries or markets. Pleasenote that some vehicles may be equipped dif-ferently, depending on special legal require-ments.

Contact your Volvo retailer for additional infor-mation.

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NOTE

• All information, illustrations and specifi-cations contained in this manual arebased on the latest product informationavailable at the time of publication.

• Volvo reserves the right to make modelchanges at any time, or to change spec-ifications or design without notice andwithout incurring obligation.

• Do not export your Volvo to anothercountry before investigating that coun-try's applicable safety and emissioncontrol requirements. In some cases itmay be difficult or impossible to complywith these requirements. Modificationsto the emission control system(s) mayrender your Volvo not certifiable forlegal operation in the U.S., Canada andother countries.

WARNING

If your vehicle is involved in an accident,unseen damage may affect its drivabilityand safety.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA proposition 65

Engine exhaust, some of its constituents,and certain vehicle components contain oremit chemicals known to the state of Cali-fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects orother reproductive harm. In addition, certainfluids contained in vehicles and certainproducts of component wear contain oremit chemicals known to the State of Cali-fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects orother reproductive harm.

WARNING

Certain components of this vehicle such asair bag modules, seat belt pretensioners,adaptive steering columns, and button cellbatteries may contain Perchlorate material.Special handling may apply for service orvehicle end of life disposal.

See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

ShiftlockWhen your vehicle is parked, the gear selectoris locked in the P (Park) position. To release theselector from this position, turn the ignition keyto position II (or start the engine), depress thebrake pedal, press the button on the front sideof the gear selector and move the selector fromP (Park).

KeylockWhen you switch off the ignition, the gearselector must be in the P (Park) position beforethe key can be removed from the ignitionswitch.

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)The ABS system in your vehicle performs aself-diagnostic test when the vehicle first rea-ches the speed of approximately 12 mph(20 km/h). The brake pedal will pulsate severaltimes and a sound may be audible from theABS control module. This is normal.

Fuel filler doorPress the button on the light switch panel (seethe illustration on page 65) when the vehicleis at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door.Please note that the fuel filler door will remainunlocked until the vehicle begins to move for-ward. An audible click will be heard when thefuel filler door relocks.

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Fuel filler capThe fuel filler door, located on the right rearfender, is connected to your vehicle's centrallocking system.

Points to keep in mind• Do not export your Volvo to another coun-

try before investigating that country'sapplicable safety and exhaust emissionrequirements. In some cases it may be dif-ficult or impossible to comply with theserequirements. Modifications to the emis-sion control system(s) may render yourVolvo not certifiable for legal operation inthe U.S., Canada and other countries.

• All information, illustrations and specifica-tions contained in this manual are based onthe latest product information available atthe time of publication. Please note thatsome vehicles may be equipped differ-ently, depending on special legal require-ments. Optional equipment described inthis manual may not be available in all mar-kets.

• Volvo reserves the right to make modelchanges at any time, or to change specifi-cations or design without notice and with-out incurring obligation.

Vehicle event data (Black box)Your vehicle's driving and safety systemsemploy computers that monitor, and sharewith each other, information about your vehi-cle's operation. One or more of these comput-ers may store what they monitor, either duringnormal vehicle operation or in a crash or near-crash event. Stored information may be readand used by:

• Volvo Car Corporation• service and repair facilities• law enforcement or government agencies• others who may assert a legal right to

know, or who obtain your consent to knowsuch information.

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Volvo and the environmentVolvo is committed to the well being of its cus-tomers. As a natural part of this commitment,we care about the environment in which we alllive. Caring for the environment means aneveryday involvement in reducing our environ-mental impact. Volvo's environmental activitiesare based on a holistic view, which means weconsider the overall environmental impact of aproduct throughout its complete life cycle. Inthis context, design, production, product use,and recycling are all important considerations.In production, Volvo has partly or completelyphased out several chemicals including CFCs,lead chromates, asbestos, and cadmium; andreduced the number of chemicals used in ourplants 50% since 1991.

Volvo was the first in the world to introduce intoproduction a three-way catalytic converter witha Lambda sond, now called the heated oxygensensor, in 1976. The current version of thishighly efficient system reduces emissions ofharmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from theexhaust pipe by approximately 95 – 99% andthe search to eliminate the remaining emis-sions continues. Volvo is the only automobilemanufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits forthe air conditioning system of all models as farback as the 1975 model 240. Advanced elec-tronic engine controls and cleaner fuels arebringing us closer to our goal. After Volvo vehi-

cles and parts have fulfilled their use, recyclingis the next critical step in completing the lifecycle. The metal content is about 75% of thetotal weight of a vehicle, which makes the vehi-cle among the most recycled industrial prod-ucts. In order to have efficient and well-con-trolled recycling, dismantling information isavailable for all Volvo models. For Volvo, allhomogeneous plastic parts weighing morethan 3.4 oz. (100 grams) are marked with inter-national symbols that indicate how the com-ponent is to be sorted for recycling. In additionto continuous environmental refinement ofconventional gasoline-powered internal com-bustion engines, Volvo is actively looking atadvanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles.

When you drive a Volvo, you become our part-ner in the work to lessen the car's impact onthe environment. To reduce your vehicle'senvironmental impact, you can:

• Maintain proper air pressure in your tires.Tests have shown decreased fuel econ-omy with improperly inflated tires.

• Follow the recommended maintenanceschedule in your Warranty and ServiceRecords Information booklet.

• Drive at a constant speed whenever pos-sible.

• See a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician as soon as possible for inspec-tion if the check engine (malfunction indi-

cator) light illuminates, or stays on after thevehicle has started.

• Properly dispose of any vehicle-relatedwaste such as used motor oil, used batter-ies, brake pads, etc.

• When cleaning your vehicle, please usegenuine Volvo car care products. All Volvocar care products are formulated to beenvironmentally friendly.

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Accessory Installation• We strongly recommend that Volvo owners

install only genuine, Volvo-approvedaccessories, and that accessory installa-tions be performed only by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.

• Genuine Volvo accessories are tested toensure compatibility with the performance,safety, and emission systems in your vehi-cle. Additionally, a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician knows whereaccessories may and may not be safelyinstalled in your Volvo. In all cases, pleaseconsult a trained and qualified Volvo serv-ice technician before installing any acces-sory in or on your vehicle.

• Accessories that have not been approvedby Volvo may or may not be specificallytested for compatibility with your vehicle.Additionally, an inexperienced installermay not be familiar with some of your vehi-cle's systems.

• Any of your vehicle's performance andsafety systems could be adversely affec-ted if you install accessories that Volvo hasnot tested, or if you allow accessories to beinstalled by someone unfamiliar with yourvehicle.

• Damage caused by unapproved orimproperly installed accessories may notbe covered by your new vehicle warranty.See your Warranty and Service Records

Information booklet for more warrantyinformation. Volvo assumes no responsi-bility for death, injury, or expenses thatmay result from the installation of nonge-nuine accessories.

Driver distraction• Driver distraction results from driver activ-

ities that are not directly related to control-ling the vehicle in the driving environment.Your new Volvo is, or can be, equippedwith many feature-rich entertainment andcommunication systems. These includehands-free cellular telephones, navigationsystems, and multipurpose audio systems.You may also own other portable elec-tronic devices for your own convenience.When used properly and safely, they enrichthe driving experience. Improperly used,any of these could cause a distraction.

• For all of these systems, we want to pro-vide the following warning that reflects thestrong Volvo concern for your safety:

• Never use these devices or any feature ofyour vehicle in a way that distracts youfrom the task of driving safely. Distractioncan lead to a serious accident. In additionto this general warning, we offer the fol-lowing guidance regarding specific newerfeatures that may be found in your vehicle:

• Never use a hand-held cellular telephonewhile driving. Some jurisdictions prohibit

cellular telephone use by a driver while thevehicle is moving.

• If your vehicle is equipped with a naviga-tion system, set and make changes to yourtravel itinerary only with the vehicle parked.

• Never program your audio system whilethe vehicle is moving. Program radio pre-sets with the vehicle parked, and use yourprogrammed presets to make radio usequicker and simpler.

• Never use portable computers or personaldigital assistants while the vehicle is mov-ing.

A driver has a responsibility to do everythingpossible to ensure his or her own safety andthe safety of passengers in the vehicle and oth-ers sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractionsis part of that responsibility.

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Occupant safety...................................................................................... 18Seat belts................................................................................................ 20Supplemental Restraint System.............................................................. 23Front airbags........................................................................................... 24Occupant Weight Sensor........................................................................ 28Side impact protection airbags............................................................... 31Volvo Inflatable Curtain........................................................................... 32Whiplash Protection System................................................................... 34Child safety............................................................................................. 36Child restraint systems........................................................................... 38Infant seats.............................................................................................. 40Convertible seats.................................................................................... 42Booster cushions.................................................................................... 45ISOFIX lower anchors............................................................................. 46Top tether anchors.................................................................................. 48Child restraint registration and recalls.................................................... 49Integrated booster cushion..................................................................... 50

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Volvo's concern for safetySafety is the Volvo cornerstone. Our concerndates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolledoff the production line. Three-point seat belts(a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact zones were designed intoVolvo vehicles long before it was fashionableor required by government regulation. We willnot compromise our commitment to safety. Wecontinue to seek out new safety features andto refine those already in our vehicles. You canhelp. We would appreciate hearing your sug-gestions about improving automobile safety.We also want to know if you ever have a safetyconcern with your vehicle. Call us in the U.S.at: 800-458-1552 or in Canada at:800-663-8255.

Occupant safety remindersHow safely you drive doesn't depend on howold you are but rather on:

• How well you see.• Your ability to concentrate.• How quickly you make decisions under

stress to avoid an accident.

The tips listed below are suggestions to helpyou cope with the ever changing traffic envi-ronment.

• Never drink and drive.• If you are taking any medication, consult

your physician about its potential effectson your driving abilities.

• Take a driver-retraining course.• Have your eyes checked regularly.• Keep your windshield and headlights

clean.

• Replace wiper blades when they start toleave streaks.

• Take into account the traffic, road, andweather conditions, particularly withregard to stopping distance.

Reporting safety defects in the U.S.If you believe that your vehicle has adefect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, youshould immediately inform theNational Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) in addition tonotifying Volvo Cars of North Amer-ica, LLC. If NHTSA receives similarcomplaints, it may open an investiga-tion, and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it mayorder a recall and remedy campaign.

However, NHTSA cannot becomeinvolved in individual problemsbetween you, your retailer, or VolvoCars of North America, LLC. To con-tact NHTSA, you may either call theAuto Safety Hotline toll-free at1-888-327-4236

(TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to:NHTSA, U.S. Department of Trans-portation, Washington D.C. 20590.

You can also obtain other informationabout motor vehicle safety from:http://www.safercar.gov

Volvo strongly recommends that ifyour vehicle is covered under a serv-ice campaign, safety or emissionrecall or similar action, it should becompleted as soon as possible.Please check with your local retaileror Volvo Cars of North America, LLCif your vehicle is covered under theseconditions.

NHTSA can be reached at:

Internet:

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http://www.nhtsa.gov

Telephone:

1-888-DASH-2-DOT(1-888-327-4236).

Reporting safety defects in CanadaIf you believe your vehicle has a defect thatcould cause a crash or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediately inform Trans-port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Carsof Canada Corp.

To contact Transport Canada, call(800) 333-0510, or (613) 993-9851 if you arecalling from the Ottawa region.

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Using seat belts

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Adjusting the seat belt

Volvo, the inventor of the three-point seat belt,urges you and all occupants of your vehicle towear seat belts and ensure that children areproperly restrained, using an infant, car, orbooster seat determined by age, weight andheight.

Volvo also believes no child should sit in thefront seat of a vehicle.

Most states and provinces make it mandatoryfor occupants of a vehicle to use seat belts.

Seat belt pretensionersThe seat belts are equipped with pretensionersthat reduce slack in the belts. These preten-

sioners are triggered in situations where theairbags deploy. The front seat belts alsoinclude a tension reducing device which, in theevent of a collision, limits the peak forces exer-ted by the seat belt on the occupant.

Buckling a seat beltPull the belt out far enough to insert the latchplate into the receptacle until a distinct click isheard. The seat belt retractor is normally"unlocked" and you can move freely, providedthat the shoulder belt is not pulled out too far.

The seat belt retractor will lock up in the fol-lowing situations:

• if the belt is pulled out rapidly• during braking and acceleration• if the vehicle is leaning excessively• when driving in turns• if the Automatic Locking Retractor/Emer-

gency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR) is acti-vated

NOTE

Each seat belt (except for the driver's belt)is equipped with the ALR/ELR function,which is designed to help keep the seat belttaut. ALR/ELR activates if the seat belt ispulled out as far as possible. If this is done,a sound from the seat belt retractor will beaudible, which is normal, and the seat beltwill be pulled taut and locked in place. Thisfunction is automatically disabled when theseat belt is unbuckled and fully retracted.

See also page 37 for information about usinga seat belt's ALR/ELR function to anchor achild seat.

When wearing the seat belt remember:• The belt should not be twisted or turned.• The lap section of the belt must be posi-

tioned low on the hips (not pressing againstthe abdomen).

• Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolledup into its retractor and that the shoulderand lap belts are taut.

Unbuckling the seat beltTo remove the seat belt, press the red sectionon the seat belt receptacle. Before exiting thevehicle, check that the seat belt retracts fullyafter being unbuckled. If necessary, guide thebelt back into the retractor slot.

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Seat belt reminderThe seat belt reminder consists of an audiblesignal, an indicator light above the rearviewmirror, and a symbol in the instrument panelthat alert the driver and front seat passenger iftheir seat belts are not fastened.

WARNING

• Never use a seat belt for more than oneoccupant.

• Never wear the shoulder portion of thebelt under the arm, behind the back orotherwise out of position. Such usecould cause injury in the event of anaccident.

• Seat belts lose much of their strengthwhen exposed to violent stretching andshould be replaced after any collision,even if they appear to be undamaged.

• Never repair the belt yourself; have thiswork done by an authorized Volvo serv-ice technician only.

• Any device used to induce slack into theshoulder belt portion of the three-pointbelt system will have a detrimentaleffect on the amount of protection avail-able to you in the event of a collision.

• The seat back should not be tilted toofar back. The shoulder belt must be tautin order to function properly.

• Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat children who have outgrown thesedevices sit in the rear seat with the seatbelt properly fastened.

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The seat belt should always be worn duringpregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in thecorrect way. The diagonal section should wrapover the shoulder then be routed between thebreasts and to the side of the belly. The lapsection should lay flat over the thighs and aslow as possible under the belly. It must neverbe allowed to ride upward. Remove all slackfrom the belt and insure that it fits close to thebody without any twists.

As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant driversshould adjust their seats and steering wheelsuch that they can easily maintain control of thevehicle as they drive (which means they mustbe able to easily operate the foot pedals and

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steering wheel). Within this context, theyshould strive to position the seat with as largea distance as possible between their belly andthe steering wheel.

Child seatsPlease see page 37 for information on secur-ing child seats with the seat belts.

Seat belt maintenanceCheck periodically that the seat belts are ingood condition. Use water and a mild deter-gent for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanismfunction as follows: attach the seat belt and pullrapidly on the strap.

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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

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SRS warning light

As an enhancement to the three-point seatbelts, your Volvo is equipped with a Supple-mental Restraint System (SRS). Volvo's SRSconsists of seat belt pretensioners, front air-bags, side impact airbags, the occupantweight sensor, and inflatable curtains. All ofthese systems are monitored by the SRS con-trol module. An SRS warning light in the instru-ment panel (see the illustration) illuminateswhen the ignition key is turned to position I, II,or III, and will normally go out after approxi-mately 7 seconds if no faults are detected inthe system.

Where applicable, a text messagewill also be displayed when theSRS warning light illuminates. Ifthis warning symbol is not func-tioning properly, the general warn-

ing symbol illuminates and a text message willbe displayed.

WARNING

• If the SRS warning light stays on afterthe engine has started or if it illuminateswhile you are driving, have the vehicleinspected by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician as soon aspossible.

• Never try to repair any component orpart of the SRS yourself. Any interfer-ence in the system could cause mal-function and serious injury. All work onthese systems should be performed byan authorized Volvo service technician.

WARNING

If your vehicle has been subjected to floodconditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standingwater on the floor of the vehicle) or if yourvehicle has become flood-damaged in anyway, do not attempt to start the vehicle orput the key in the ignition before discon-necting the battery (see below). This maycause airbag deployment which could resultin personal injury. Have the vehicle towed toa trained and qualified Volvo service tech-nician for repairs.

Automatic transmission:

Before attempting to tow the vehicle, usethe following procedure to override theshiftlock system to move the gear selectorto the neutral position:

1. Switch off the ignition for at least10 minutes and disconnect the battery.

2. Wait at least one minute.

3. Insert the key in the ignition and turn itto position II

4. Press firmly on the brake pedal.

5. Move the gear selector from P (Park) tothe N(Neutral) position.

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The front airbag system

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The front airbags supplement the three-pointseat belts. For these airbags to provide theprotection intended, seat belts must be wornat all times.

The front airbag system includes gas genera-tors surrounded by the airbags, and decelera-tion sensors that activate the gas generators,causing the airbags to be inflated with nitrogengas.

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Location of the passenger's side front airbag

As the movement of the seats' occupants com-presses the airbags, some of the gas is expel-led at a controlled rate to provide better cush-ioning. Both seat belt pretensioners alsodeploy, minimizing seat belt slack. The entireprocess, including inflation and deflation of theairbags, takes approximately one fifth of a sec-ond.

The location of the front airbags is indicated bySRS AIRBAG embossed on the steering wheelpad and above the glove compartment, and bydecals on both sun visors and on the front andfar right side of the dash.

• The driver's side front airbag is folded andlocated in the steering wheel hub.

• The passenger's side front airbag is foldedbehind a panel located above the glovecompartment.

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WARNING

• The airbags in the vehicle are designedto be a SUPPLEMENT to–not a replace-ment for–the three-point seat belts. Formaximum protection, wear seat belts atall times. Be aware that no system canprevent all possible injuries that mayoccur in an accident.

• Never drive a vehicle with a steeringwheel-mounted airbag with your handson the steering wheel pad/airbag hous-ing.

• The front airbags are designed to helpprevent serious injury. Deploymentoccurs very quickly and with consider-able force. During normal deploymentand depending on variables such asseating position, one may experienceabrasions, bruises, swellings, or otherinjuries as a result from deployment ofone or both of the airbags.

• When installing any accessory equip-ment, make sure that the front airbagsystem is not damaged. Any interfer-ence in the system could cause mal-function.

Front airbag deployment• The front airbags are designed to deploy

during certain frontal or front-angular col-lisions, impacts, or decelerations, depend-ing on the crash severity, angle, speed andobject impacted. The airbags may alsodeploy in certain non-frontal collisionswhere rapid deceleration occurs.

• The SRS sensors, which trigger the frontairbags, are designed to react to both theimpact of the collision and the inertialforces generated by it, and to determine ifthe intensity of the collision is sufficient forthe seat belt pretensioners and/or airbagsto be deployed.

However, not all frontal collisions activate thefront airbags.

• If the collision involves a nonrigid object(e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixedobject at a low speed, the front airbags willnot necessarily deploy.

• Front airbags do not normally deploy in aside impact collision, in a collision from therear or in a rollover situation.

• The amount of damage to the bodyworkdoes not reliably indicate if the airbagsshould have deployed or not.

NOTE

• Deployment of front airbags occurs onlyone time during an accident. In a colli-sion where deployment occurs, the air-bags and seat belt pretensioners acti-vate. Some noise occurs and a smallamount of powder is released. Therelease of the powder may appear assmoke-like matter. This is a normalcharacteristic and does not indicate fire.

• Volvo's front airbags use special sen-sors that are integrated with the frontseat buckles. The point at which the air-bag deploys is determined by whetheror not the seat belt is being used, as wellas the severity of the collision.

• Collisions can occur where only one ofthe airbags deploys. If the impact is lesssevere, but severe enough to present aclear injury risk, the airbags are trig-gered at partial capacity. If the impact ismore severe, the airbags are triggeredat full capacity.

Should you have questions about any compo-nent in the SRS system, please contact atrained and qualified Volvo service technicianor Volvo Customer Support:

In the USAVolvo Cars of North America, LLC

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Customer Care Center

1 Volvo Drive

P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh,

New Jersey 07647

1-800-458-1552

www.volvocars.us

In CanadaVolvo Cars of Canada Corp.




1-800-663-8255

www.volvocanada.com

WARNING

• Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat occupants under 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) in height who have outgrownthese devices sit in the rear seat with theseat belt fastened.

• Never drive with the airbags deployed.The fact that they hang out can impairthe steering of your vehicle. Othersafety systems can also be damaged.

• The smoke and dust formed when theairbags are deployed can cause skinand eye irritation in the event of pro-longed exposure.

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Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors

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Airbag decal on passenger's side dashboard

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WARNING

• Children must never be allowed in thefront passenger's seat. Volvo recom-mends that ALL occupants (adults andchildren) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) be seated in the back seat ofany vehicle with a passenger-side frontairbag.

• Occupants in the front passenger's seatmust never sit on the edge of the seat,sit leaning toward the instrument panelor otherwise sit out of position.

• The occupant's back must be as uprightas comfort allows and be against theseat back with the seat belt properlyfastened.

• Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not onthe dash, seat or out of the window.

WARNING

• No objects or accessory equipment,e.g. dashboard covers, may be placedon, attached to, or installed near the airbag hatch (the area above the glovecompartment) or the area affected byairbag deployment.

• There should be no loose articles, e.g.coffee cups, on the floor, seat, or dash-board area.

• Never try to open the airbag cover onthe steering wheel or the passenger'sside dashboard. This should only bedone by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician.

Failure to follow these instructions canresult in injury to the vehicle occupants.

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Disabling the passenger's side frontairbag

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Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator light

Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adultsand children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) be seated in the rear seat of any vehi-cle with a passenger's side front airbag, and beproperly restrained. Children should always beseated in child restraints appropriate for theirsize and weight. For child safety recommen-dations, see page 36.

The Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) isdesigned to meet the regulatory requirementsof Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard(FMVSS) 208 and is designed to disable (will

not inflate) the passenger's side front airbagunder certain conditions.

The OWS works with sensors that are part ofthe front passenger's seat and seat belt. Thesensors are designed to detect the presence ofa properly seated occupant and determine ifthe passenger's side front airbag should beenabled (may inflate) or disabled (will notinflate).

The OWS will disable (will not inflate) the pas-senger's side front airbag when:

• the front passenger's seat is unoccupied,or has small/medium objects in the frontseat,

• the system determines that an infant ispresent in a rear-facing infant seat that isinstalled according to the manufacturer'sinstructions,

• the system determines that a small child ispresent in a forward-facing child restraintthat is installed according to the manufac-turer's instructions,

• the system determines that a small child ispresent in a booster seat,

• a front passenger takes his/her weight offof the seat for a period of time,

• a child or a small person occupies the frontpassenger's seat.

The OWS uses a PASSENGER AIRBAG OFFindicator lamp which will illuminate and stay onto remind you that the passenger's side frontairbag is disabled. The PASSENGER AIRBAGOFF indicator lamp is located in the overheadconsole, near the base of the rearview mirror.

NOTE

The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicatorlamp will illuminate for a short period of timewhen the ignition is turned on to confirm itis functional. When the front passenger'sseat is not occupied (empty seat) or in theevent that the passenger's side front airbagis enabled (may inflate), the PASSENGERAIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will be off.

However, if a fault is detected in the system:

• The OWS indicator light will stay on• The SRS warning light (see page 23) will

come on and stay on

• The message PASS. AIRBAG OFFSERVICE URGENT will be displayed in theinformation display.

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WARNING

• If a fault in the system is detected andindicated as explained, be aware thatthe passenger's side front airbag willnot deploy in the event of a collision.

• In this case, the safety systems andOccupant Weight Sensor should beinspected by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician as soon aspossible.

WARNING

• Never try to open, remove, or repair anycomponents in the OWS system. Thiscould result in system malfunction.Maintenance or repairs should only becarried out by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician.

• The front passenger's seat should notbe modified in any way. This couldreduce pressure on the seat cushion,which might interfere with the OWS sys-tem's function.

The OWS is designed to disable (will not inflate)the passenger's side front airbag when a rearfacing infant seat, a forward-facing childrestraint, or a booster seat is detected. ThePASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp will

illuminate and stay on to remind you that thepassenger's side front airbag is disabled (seethe following table).

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OWS indi-cator lightstatus

Passeng-er's sidefront air-bag status

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lightsup

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is notlit

Passenger'sside frontairbag ena-bled

A Volvo recommends that children always be properlyrestrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats.Inrare situations when the seat belt is not properly fastened,some child restraints may not be detected by the OWSbecause there is very little weight on the vehicle seat cush-ion. In these cases the passenger's side front airbag may bedisabled, but the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lampwill not be lit. Do not assume that the passenger's side frontairbag is disabled unless the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF

indicator lamp is lit. Make sure the child restraint is properlyinstalled (turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint fromthe vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the childrestraint manufacturer's instructions) and that thePASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is on, or movethe child restraint to the rear seat.

The OWS is designed to enable (may inflate)the passenger's side front airbag anytime thesystem senses that a person of adult size issitting properly in the front passenger's seat.The PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicatorlamp will be off and remain off.

If a person of adult size is sitting in the frontpassenger's seat, but the PASSENGERAIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is on, it is possiblethat the person isn't sitting properly in the seat.If this happens:

1. Turn the vehicle off and ask the person toplace the seat back in an upright position.

2. Have the person sit upright in the seat,centered on the seat cushion, with the per-son's legs comfortably extended.

3. Restart the vehicle and have the personremain in this position for about twominutes. This will allow the system todetect that person and enable the pas-senger's frontal airbag.

4. If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicatorlamp remains on even after this, the personshould be advised to ride in the rear seat.

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This condition reflects limitations of the OWSclassification capability. It does not indicateOWS malfunction.

ModificationsIf you are considering modifying your vehicle inany way to accommodate a disability, forexample by altering or adapting the driver's orfront passenger's seat(s) and/or airbag sys-tems, please contact Volvo at:

In the USA

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC

Customer Care Center

1 Volvo Drive

P.O. Box 914 Rockleigh,

New Jersey 07647

1-800-458-1552

In Canada

Volvo Cars of Canada Corp.




1-800-663-8255

WARNING

• No objects that add to the total weighton the seat should be placed on thefront passenger's seat. If a child isseated in the front passenger's seatwith any additional weight, this extraweight could cause the OWS system toenable the airbag, which might cause itto deploy in the event of a collision,thereby injuring the child.

• The seat belt should never be wrappedaround an object on the front passeng-er's seat. This could interfere with theOWS system's function.

• The front passenger's seat belt shouldnever be used in a way that exerts morepressure on the passenger than normal.This could increase the pressure exer-ted on the weight sensor by a child, andcould result in the airbag being enabled,which might cause it to deploy in theevent of a collision, thereby injuring thechild.

WARNING

Keep the following points in mind withrespect to the OWS system. Failure to followthese instructions could adversely affect thesystem's function and result in serious injuryto the occupant of the front passenger'sseat:

• The full weight of the front seat passen-ger should always be on the seat cush-ion. The passenger should never lifthim/herself off the seat cushion usingthe armrest in the door or the centerconsole, by pressing the feet on thefloor, by sitting on the edge of the seatcushion, or by pressing against thebackrest in a way that reduces pressureon the seat cushion. This could causeOWS to disable the front passenger'sside airbag.

• Do not place any type of object on thefront passenger's seat in such a waythat jamming, pressing, or squeezingoccurs between the object and the frontseat, other than as a direct result of thecorrect use of the Automatic LockingRetractor/Emergency Locking Retrac-tor (ALR/ELR) seat belt (see page 37).

• No objects should be placed under thefront passenger's seat. This could inter-fere with the OWS system's function.

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Side impact airbags – front seats only

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Location of the side impact (SIPS) airbag

As an enhancement to the structural sideimpact protection built into your vehicle, thevehicle is also equipped with Side Impact Pro-tection System (SIPS) airbags.

The SIPS airbag system is designed to helpincrease occupant protection in the event ofcertain side impact collisions. The SIPS air-bags are designed to deploy only during cer-tain side-impact collisions, depending on thecrash severity, angle, speed and point ofimpact.

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Location of the SIPS airbag

NOTE

SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occursonly on the side of the vehicle affected bythe impact. The airbags are not designed todeploy in all side impact situations.

Components in the SIPS airbag systemThis SIPS airbag system consists of gas gen-erators and side airbag modules built into theoutboard sides of both front seat backrests.

WARNING

• The SIPS airbag system is a supple-ment to the structural Side Impact Pro-tection System and the three-point seatbelt system. It is not designed to deployduring collisions from the front or rear ofthe vehicle or in rollover situations.

• The use of seat covers on the front seatsmay impede SIPS airbag deployment.

• No objects, accessory equipment orstickers may be placed on, attached toor installed near the SIPS airbag systemor in the area affected by SIPS airbagdeployment.

• Never try to open or repair any compo-nents of the SIPS airbag system. Thisshould be done only by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician.

• In order for the SIPS airbag to provideits best protection, both front seatoccupants should sit in an upright posi-tion with the seat belt properly fastened.

• Failure to follow these instructions canresult in injury to the occupants of thevehicle in the event of an accident.

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The Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC)

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This system consists of inflatable curtainslocated along the sides of the roof liners,stretching from the front side windows to therear edge of the rear side windows. It isdesigned to help protect the heads of the occu-pants of the front seats and the occupants ofthe outboard rear seating positions, includingthe outboard passenger in the optional thirdrow of seats in certain side impact collisions.

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The inflatable curtains in the Volvo XC90 arealso designed to help protect the occupants ofthe vehicle in a roll-over situation, and to helpprevent them from being thrown from the vehi-cle if a roll-over occurs.

NOTE

In 5 -seat models, the Inflatable Curtainsextend to protect both rows of seats. In 7 -seat models, they extend to protect all threerows.

By design, the VIC system deploys only on theside of the vehicle affected by the impact.

However, in certain side impacts, or in a roll-over situation, BOTH the Inflatable Curtainsand the Side Impact Airbag System (SIPS-bag)will deploy, whereas, in some cases, ONLY theInflatable Curtain will deploy. In cases whereBOTH the Inflatable Curtain and the SIPS-bagdeploy, deployment will occur simultaneously.

NOTE

If the Inflatable Curtain deploys, it remainsinflated for approximately 5 seconds.

WARNING

• The VIC system is a supplement to theSide Impact Protection System. It is notdesigned to deploy during collisionsfrom the front or rear of the vehicle or inall rollover situations.

• Never try to open or repair any compo-nents of the VIC system. This should bedone only by a trained and qualifiedVolvo service technician.

• Never hang heavy items from the ceilinghandles. This could impede deploymentof the Inflatable curtain.

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WARNING

In order for the VIC to provide its best pro-tection, both front seat occupants and bothoutboard rear seat occupants should sit inan upright position with the seat belt prop-erly fastened; adults using the seat belt andchildren using the proper child restraint sys-tem. Only adults should sit in the front seats.Children must never be allowed in the frontpassenger seat. See page 37 for guide-lines. Failure to follow these instructions canresult in injury to the vehicle occupants in anaccident.

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Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) – front seats only

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The Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) con-sists of specially designed hinges and bracketson the front seat backrests designed to helpabsorb some of the energy generated in a col-lision from the rear (when the vehicle is "rear-ended").

In the event of a collision of this type, the hingesand brackets of the front seat backrests aredesigned to change position slightly to allowthe backrest/head restraint to help support theoccupant's head before moving slightly rear-ward. This movement helps absorb some ofthe forces that could result in whiplash.

WARNING

• The WHIPS system is designed to sup-plement the other safety systems inyour vehicle. For this system to functionproperly, the three-point seat belt mustbe worn. Please be aware that no sys-tem can prevent all possible injuries thatmay occur in an accident.

• The WHIPS system is designed to func-tion in certain collisions from the rear,depending on the crash severity, angleand speed.

WARNING

Occupants in the front seats must never sitout of position. The occupant's back mustbe as upright as comfort allows and beagainst the seat back with the seat beltproperly fastened.

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WARNING

• If your vehicle has been involved in arear-end collision, the front seat backr-ests must be inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician, evenif the seats appear to be undamaged.Certain components in the WHIPS sys-tem may need to be replaced.

• Do not attempt to service any compo-nent in the WHIPS system yourself.

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WARNING

Any contact between the front seat backr-ests and the folded rear seat could impedethe function of the WHIPS system. If the rearseat is folded down, the occupied frontseats must be adjusted forward so that theydo not touch the folded rear seat.

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WARNING

• Boxes, suitcases, etc. wedged behindthe front seats could impede the func-tion of the WHIPS system.

• If the rear seat backrests are foldeddown, cargo must be secured to pre-vent it from sliding forward against thefront seat backrests in the event of acollision from the rear. This could inter-fere with the action of the WHIPS sys-tem.

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Children should be seated safelyVolvo recommends the proper use of restraintsystems for all occupants including children.Remember that, regardless of age and size, achild should always be properly restrained in avehicle.

Your vehicle is also equipped with ISOFIX/LATCH attachments, which make it more con-venient to install child seats.

Some restraint systems for children aredesigned to be secured in the vehicle by lapbelts or the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt.Such child restraint systems can help protectchildren in vehicles in the event of an accidentonly if they are used properly. However, chil-dren could be endangered in a crash if the childrestraints are not properly secured in the vehi-cle. Failure to follow the installation instructionsfor your child restraint can result in your childstriking the vehicle's interior in a sudden stop.

Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitablesubstitute for a child restraint system. In anaccident, a child held in a person's arms canbe crushed between the vehicle's interior andan unrestrained person. The child could also beinjured by striking the interior, or by being ejec-ted from the vehicle during a sudden maneuveror impact. The same can also happen if theinfant or child rides unrestrained on the seat.Other occupants should also be properly

restrained to help reduce the chance of injuringor increasing the injury of a child.

All states and provinces have legislation gov-erning how and where children should be car-ried in a vehicle. Find out the regulations exist-ing in your state or province. Recent accidentstatistics have shown that children are safer inrear seating positions than front seating posi-tions when properly restrained. A child restraintsystem can help protect a child in a vehicle.Here's what to look for when selecting a childrestraint system:

• It should have a label certifying that itmeets applicable Federal Motor VehicleSafety Standards (FMVSS 213) – or in Can-ada, CMVSS 213.

• Make sure the child restraint system isapproved for the child's height, weight anddevelopment – the label required by thestandard or regulation, or instructions forinfant restraints, typically provide this infor-mation.

• In using any child restraint system, we urgeyou to carefully look over the instructionsthat are provided with the restraint. Be sureyou understand them and can use thedevice properly and safely in this vehicle.A misused child restraint system can resultin increased injuries for both the infant orchild and other occupants in the vehicle.

When a child has outgrown the child safetyseat, you should use the rear seat with thestandard seat belt fastened. The best way tohelp protect the child here is to place the childon a cushion so that the seat belt is properlylocated on the hips, see page 45. Legislationin your state or province may mandate the useof a child seat or cushion in combination withthe seat belt, depending on the child's age and/or size. Please check local regulations.

A specially designed and tested booster cush-ion can be obtained from your Volvo retailer.

USA: for children weighing 33 – 80 lbs.(15 – 36 kg) and 38 – 54 inches (97 – 137 cm)in height

Canada: for children weighing 40 – 80 lbs.(18 – 36 kg) and 40 – 54 inches (102 – 137 cm)in height

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WARNING

• Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommendthat children under 4 feet 7 inches(140 cm) in height who have outgrownthese devices sit in the rear seat with theseat belt fastened.

• On hot days, the temperature in thevehicle interior can rise very quickly.Exposure to these high temperaturesfor even a short period of time cancause heat-related injury or death.Small children are particularly at risk.

Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/ELR)To make child seat installation easier, eachseat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equip-ped with a locking mechanism to help keep theseat belt taut.

When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:

1. Attach the seat belt to the child seataccording to the child seat manufacturer'sinstructions.

2. Pull the seat belt out as far as possible.

3. Insert the seat belt latch plate into thebuckle (lock) in the usual way.

4. Release the seat belt and pull it taut aroundthe child seat. A sound from the seat beltretractor will be audible at this time andis normal.

The belt will now be locked in place.

This function is automatically disabledwhen the seat belt is unlocked and the beltis fully retracted.

WARNING

Do not use child safety seats or childbooster cushions/backrests in the frontpassenger's seat. We also recommend thatchildren who have outgrown these devicessit in the rear seat with the seat belt properlyfastened.

Volvo's recommendationsWhy does Volvo believe that no child should sitin the front seat of a vehicle? It's quite simplereally. A front airbag is a very powerful devicedesigned, by law, to help protect an adult.

Because of the size of the airbag and its speedof inflation, a child should never be placed inthe front seat, even if he or she is properly bel-ted or strapped into a child safety seat. Volvohas been an innovator in safety for over sev-enty-five years, and we'll continue to do our

part. But we need your help. Please rememberto put your children in the back seat, andbuckle them up.

Volvo has some very specificrecommendations:• Always wear your seat belt.• Airbags are a SUPPLEMENTAL safety

device which, when used with a three-point seat belt can help reduce seriousinjuries during certain types of accidents.Volvo recommends that you do not dis-connect the airbag system in your vehicle.

• Volvo strongly recommends that everyonein the vehicle be properly restrained.

• Volvo recommends that ALL occupants(adults and children) shorter than 4 feet7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the backseat of any vehicle with a front passengerside airbag.

• Drive safely!

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Child restraints

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Infant seat

There are three main types of child restraintsystems: infant seats, convertible seats, andbooster cushions. They are classified accord-ing to the child's age and size.

The following section provides general infor-mation on securing a child restraint using athree-point seat belt. Refer to page 46 andpage 48 for information on securing a childrestraint using ISOFIX lower anchors and/ortop tether anchorages.

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Convertible seat

WARNING

A child seat should never be used in thefront passenger seat of any vehicle with afront passenger airbag – not even if thePASSENGER AIRBAG OFF symbol nearthe rear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehi-cles equipped with Occupant Weight Sen-sor). If the severity of an accident were tocause the airbag to inflate, this could lead toserious injury or death to a child seated inthis position.

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Booster cushion

WARNING

Always refer to the child restraint manufac-turer's instructions for detailed informationon securing the restraint.

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WARNING

• When not in use, keep the child restraintsystem secured or remove it from thepassenger compartment to help pre-vent it from injuring passengers in theevent of a sudden stop or collision.

• A small child's head represents a con-siderable part of its total weight and itsneck is still very weak. Volvo recom-mends that children up to age 4 travel,properly restrained, facing rearward. Inaddition, Volvo recommends that chil-dren should ride rearward facing, prop-erly restrained, as long as possible.

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Securing an infant seat with a seat belt

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Do not place the infant seat in the front passeng-er's seat

NOTE

Refer to page 46 and page 48 for infor-mation on securing a child restraint usingISOFIX lower anchors and/or top tetheranchorages.

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Positioning the seat belt through the infant seat

WARNING

• An infant seat must be in the rear-facingposition only.

• The infant seat should not be positionedbehind the driver's seat unless there isadequate space for safe installation.

1. Place the infant seat in the rear seat of thevehicle.

2. Attach the seat belt to the infant seataccording to the manufacturer's instruc-tions.

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Fasten the seat belt

WARNING

A child seat should never be used in thefront passenger seat of any vehicle with afront passenger airbag – not even ifthe "Passenger airbag off" symbol nearthe rear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehi-cles equipped with Occupant Weight Sen-sor). If the severity of an accident were tocause the airbag to inflate, this could lead toserious injury or death to a child seated inthis position.

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3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latchplate into the buckle (lock) until a distinctclick is audible.

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Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt

4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat beltout as far as possible to activate the belt'sautomatic locking function.

Ensure that the seat is securely in place

NOTE

The locking retractor will automaticallyrelease when the seat belt is unbuckled andallowed to retract fully.

5. Press the infant seat firmly in place, let theseat belt retract and pull it taut. A soundfrom the seat belt retractor's automaticlocking function will be audible at this timeand is normal. The seat belt should now belocked in place.

6. Push and pull the infant seat to ensure thatit is held securely in place by the seat belt.

WARNING

It should not be possible to move the childrestraint (child seat) more than 1 in. (2.5 cm)in any direction along the seat belt path.

The infant seat can be removed by unbucklingthe seat belt and letting it retract completely.

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Securing a convertible seat with a seatbelt

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Do not place the convertible seat in the front pas-senger's seat

NOTE

Refer to page 46 and page 48 for infor-mation on securing a child restraint usingISOFIX lower anchors and/or top tetheranchorages.

Convertible seats can be used in either a for-ward or rearward-facing position, dependingon the age and size of the child.

WARNING

Always use a convertible seat that is suita-ble for the child's age and size. See the con-vertible seat manufacturer's recommenda-tions.

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Route the seat belt through the convertible seat

WARNING

A small child's head represents a consider-able part of its total weight and its neck isstill very weak. Volvo recommends that chil-dren up to age 4 travel, properly restrained,facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recom-mends that children should ride rearwardfacing, properly restrained, as long as pos-sible.

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Fasten the seat belt

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WARNING

• Convertible child seats should be instal-led in the rear seat only.

• A rear-facing convertible seat should notbe positioned behind the driver's seatunless there is adequate space for safeinstallation.

1. Place the convertible seat in the rear seatof the vehicle.

2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seataccording to the manufacturer's instruc-tions.


4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat beltout as far as possible to activate the belt'sautomatic locking function.

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Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt

NOTE

The locking retractor will automaticallyrelease when the seat belt is unbuckled andallowed to retract fully.

5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place,let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. Asound from the seat belt retractor's auto-matic locking function will be audible atthis time and is normal. The seat beltshould now be locked in place.

6. Push and pull the convertible seat toensure that it is held securely in place bythe seat belt.

Ensure that the seat is securely in place

WARNING

It should not be possible to move the childrestraint (child seat) more than 1 in. (2.5 cm)in any direction along the seat belt path.

The convertible seat can be removed byunbuckling the seat belt and letting it retractcompletely.

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WARNING

A child seat should never be used in thefront passenger seat of any vehicle with afront passenger airbag – not even if thePASSENGER AIRBAG OFF symbol nearthe rear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehi-cles equipped with Occupant Weight Sen-sor). If the severity of an accident were tocause the airbag to inflate, this could lead toserious injury or death to a child seated inthis position.

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Securing a booster cushion

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Position the child correctly on the booster cushion

Booster cushions are recommended for chil-dren who have outgrown convertible seats.

1. Place the booster cushion in the rear seatof the vehicle.

2. With the child properly seated on thebooster cushion, attach the seat belt to oraround the cushion according to the man-ufacturer's instructions.


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Positioning the seat belt

4. Ensure that the seat belt is pulled taut andfits snugly around the child.

WARNING

• The hip section of the three-point seatbelt must fit snugly across the child'ships, not across the stomach.

• The shoulder section of the three-pointseat belt should be positioned acrossthe chest and shoulder.

• The shoulder belt must never be placedbehind the child's back or under thearm.

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Using the ISOFIX lower child seatanchors

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ISOFIX lower child restraint anchors

Lower anchors for ISOFIX-equipped childseats are located in the second row, outboardseats, hidden below the backrest cushions.Symbols on the seat back upholstery mark theanchor positions (see the illustration).

To access the anchors:1. Put the child restraint in position.

2. Kneel on the child restraint to press downthe seat cushion and locate the anchors byfeel.

3. Fasten the attachment on the childrestraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX loweranchors.

4. Firmly tension the lower child seat strapsaccording to the manufacturer's instruc-tions.

WARNING

The ISOFIX lower child restraint anchors areonly intended for use with child seats posi-tioned in the outboard seating positions.These anchors are not certified for use withany child restraint that is positioned in thecenter seating position. When securing achild restraint in the center seating position,use only the vehicle's center seat belt.

NOTE

• The rear seat's center position is notequipped with ISOFIX lower anchors.When installing a child restraint in thisposition, attach the restraint's top tetherstrap (if it is so equipped) to the toptether anchorage point and secure therestraint with the vehicle's center seatbelt.

• Always follow your child seat manufac-turer's installation instructions, and useboth ISOFIX lower anchors and toptethers whenever possible.

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Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIXlower anchors

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WARNING

Be sure to fasten the attachment correctlyto the anchor (see the illustration). If theattachment is not correctly fastened, thechild restraint may not be properly securedin the event of a collision.

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Top tether anchors

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Top tether anchorage points

Your vehicle is equipped with child restraint toptether anchorages in all second row seat posi-tions (second-row seats only in 7-seat models).

Using the top tether anchorages• Place the child restraint on the rear seat.• Route the top tether strap under the head

restraint and fasten its attachment to theanchorage.

WARNING

Be sure to fasten the child tether attachmentcorrectly to the anchor. If it is not correctlyfastened, the child seat may not be properlyrestrained in the event of a collision.

• Firmly tension the top tether strap accord-ing to the child restraint manufacturer'sinstructions. Tension the top tether straponly after the lower anchor straps or theseat belt have been firmly tensioned.

For securing the child restraint to ISOFIX loweranchors,see page 46.

WARNING

• Never route a top tether strap over thetop or around the head restraint. Itshould always be routed under the headrestraint.

• Child restraint anchorages are designedto withstand only those loads imposedby correctly fitted child restraints. Underno circumstances are they to be usedfor adult seat belts or harnesses. Theanchorages are not able to withstandexcessive forces on them in the event ofcollision if full harness seat belts or adultseat belts are installed to them. An adultwho uses a belt anchored in a childrestraint anchorage runs a great risk ofsuffering severe injuries should a colli-sion occur.

• Do not install rear speakers that requirethe removal of the top tether anchors orinterfere with the proper use of the toptether strap.

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Registering a child restraintChild restraints could be recalled for safetyreasons. You must register your child restraintto be reached in a recall. To stay informedabout child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill outand return the registration card that comeswith new child restraints.

Child restraint recall information is readily avail-able in both the U.S. and Canada. For recallinformation in the U.S., call the U.S. Govern-ment's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393.In Canada, visit Transport Canada's ChildSafety website at http://www.tc.gc.ca/roadsafety/childsafety/menu.htm.

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Integrated booster cushion*

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Volvo's own integrated booster cushion hasbeen specially designed to help safeguard achild seated in the rear seat. When using anintegrated booster cushion, the child must besecured with the vehicle's three-point seatbelt.

Use this booster cushion only with childrenwho weigh between 33 and 80 lbs (15 and36 kg) and whose height is between 38 and54 in (97 and 137 cm). In Canada, TransportCanada's weight recommendation is40 – 80 lbs (18 – 36 kg).

The booster cushion is designed to raise thechild higher, so that the shoulder strap crosses

over the child's collarbone, not over the child'sneck. If using a booster cushion does not resultin proper positioning of the shoulder strap,then the child should be placed in a properlysecured child restraint (see page 36 for infor-mation). The shoulder belt must never beplaced behind the child's back or under thearm.

WARNING

• Death or serious injury canoccur.

• Follow all instructions on the boostercushion and in the vehicle's owner'smanual.

• Make sure the booster cush-ion is securely locked beforethe child is seated.

• Use this booster cushion only with chil-dren who weigh between 33 and 80 lbs(15 and 36 kg) and whose height isbetween 38 and 54 in (97 and 137 cm).In Canada, Transport Canada's weightrecommendation is 40 – 80 lbs(18 - 36 kg).

• In the event of a collision while the inte-grated booster cushion was occupied,the entire booster cushion and seat beltmust be replaced. The booster cushionshould also be replaced if it is badlyworn or damaged in any way. This workshould be performed by an authorizedVolvo retailer only.

NOTE

Canada only: This cushion may be referredto as a built-in booster cushion.

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Raising1. Pull the handle at the front of the cushion

forward.

2. Move the seat belt latch aside before rais-ing the cushion.

3. With both hands push the cushion rear-ward.

4. Push the cushion until it locks in place.

Lowering1. Pull the handle at the front of the cushion-

forward.

2. Pull the seat forward and press it downuntil it locks in place.

The booster cushion must be pressed downbefore the backrest can be folded down.

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Instrument overview................................................................................ 54Instrument panel..................................................................................... 56Information display.................................................................................. 60Center console buttons........................................................................... 62Steering wheel adjustment..................................................................... 64Lighting panel.......................................................................................... 65Manually unlocking the fuel filler door.................................................... 67Left-side steering wheel lever................................................................. 68Right-side steering wheel lever............................................................... 69Hazard warning flashers......................................................................... 72Trip computer.......................................................................................... 73Cruise control.......................................................................................... 7512-volt sockets....................................................................................... 77Hood/tailgate.......................................................................................... 78Power windows....................................................................................... 79Mirrors..................................................................................................... 81Power moonroof..................................................................................... 84HomeLink® Wireless Control System*................................................... 86

02INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS

02 Instruments and controls

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Headlights/Parking lights

Panel vents

Display

Temperature gauge

Odometer/Trip odometer/Cruise controlindicator

Speedometer

Turn signal indicator lights

Tachometer

Ambient temperature gauge, clock, gearindicator

Fuel gauge

Indicator and warning symbols

Panel vents

Glove compartment

Hazard warning flashers

Audio system

Climate system controls

Windshield wiper/washer lever

Audio control buttons in steering wheel

Instrument panel

Horn

Cruise control buttons in steering wheel

Turn signals, High/low beams, READ-but-ton

Parking brake pedal

Parking brake release handle

Reading lights

Courtesy light

Moonroof control*

Seat belt reminder

Rearview mirror

Control panel in the driver's door

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Central locking button

Lockout switch for rear seat power win-dows

Power window controls

Door mirror controls


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Turn signal indicators – right/left

Text window – The text window displaysinformation and warning messages.

Temperature gauge – The pointer shouldbe approximately midway on the gaugewhen driving. Do not drive the vehicle ifthe warning light is on. The text windowwill provide you with additional informa-tion. If the engine temperature remainshigh, check coolant level – see page 215.

Trip odometer – The trip odometers areused for measuring shorter distances. Theright-hand digit gives tenth of a mile/kilo-meter. Press the button for more than2 seconds to reset. Change between trip

odometers 1 and 2 using one short presson the button. – The display presents infor-mation and warning messages, the ambi-ent temperature, and the clock, etc. Whenthe ambient temperature is between 23°and 36 °F (–5° and +2 °C), a snowflakesymbol is shown in the display. This sym-bol serves as a warning for possible slip-pery road surfaces. Please note that thissymbol does not indicate a fault with yourcar. At low speeds, or when the car is notmoving, the temperature readings may beslightly higher than the actual ambient tem-perature.

Odometer

Speedometer

Warning symbol

High beam indicator

Tachometer – The tachometer showsengine speed in thousands of revolutionsper minute (rpm). Do not drive continuouslywith the needle in the red area of the dial,which indicates maximum allowableengine rpm range. Instead, shift to a highergear or slow the vehicle down. The enginemanagement system will automaticallyprevent excessively high engines speeds.This will be noticeable as a pronouncedunevenness in engine speed.


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Gear and driving mode indicator – The cur-rently selected driving mode is displayedhere. If you use the Geartronic function onthe automatic transmission, the currentlyselected gear will be displayed.

Ambient temperature gauge – This displayindicates the air temperature outside yourvehicle. A "snowflake" symbol in the textwindow is displayed when the temperatureis in the range of 23 – 36 °F (–5 – +2 °C).Please note that this symbol does not indi-cate a fault with your vehicle. At lowspeeds or when the vehicle is not moving,the temperature readings may be slightlyhigher than the actual ambient tempera-ture.

Clock/set button – Turn the button to setthe clock.

Fuel gauge – see page 274 for fuel tankvolume. When the warning light in thegauge comes on, the vehicle should berefueled as soon as possible. The trip com-puter section (see page 73) providesmore information on fuel level and con-sumption.

Indicator and warning symbols – The indi-cator and warning symbols1light up whenyou turn the ignition key to the driving posi-tion (position II) before starting.

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This shows that the symbols are functioning.When the engine starts, all symbols go out. Ifthe engine is not started within 5 seconds, allsymbols except CHECK ENGINE and go out. Certain symbols may not have theirfunctions illustrated, depending on the vehi-cle's equipment. The symbol for the parkingbrake goes out when the parking brake isreleased.

Warning symbol in center of theinstrument panel

This symbol shines as a red or yel-low light depending on the severityof the discovered fault.

Red symbol – Stop the vehicle as soon aspossible in a suitable location and read themessage shown in the text window. The sym-bol and accompanying text will remain on untilthe fault has been corrected.

Yellow symbol – Follow the instructionsshown in the text window. The text can beerased by pressing the READ button (seepage 60), or will disappear automatically aftertwo minutes.

NOTE

When the message TIME FOR REGULARSERVICE is displayed, the text can beerased and the yellow symbol light can beturned off by pressing the READ button.The text will disappear and the symbol lightwill go out automatically after two minutes.

1 On certain engines, the symbol for low oilpressure is not used. Instead, a text warning is provided in the information display, see page 213.


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Seat belt reminderThis symbol lights up to indicatethat the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)If this light comes on while thevehicle is being driven, or remainson for longer than approximately10 seconds after the vehicle hasbeen started, the SRS system's

diagnostic functions have detected a fault in aseat belt lock or pretensioner, a front airbag,side impact airbag, and/or an inflatable curtain.Have the system(s) inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician as soon aspossible.

BRAKE – Brake failure warning lightIf the light comes on while driving or braking,stop immediately, open the hood and checkthe brake fluid level in the reservoir. seepage 216.

Canadian models are equippedwith this warning light.

If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights comeon at the same time, this could indicate afault in the brake system.

• Stop the vehicle in a suitable place andswitch off the engine.

• Restart the engine.• If both warning lights go off, no further

action is required.

• If both lights are still on after the engine hasbeen restarted, switch off the engine againand check the brake fluid level (seepage 216 for the location of the brake fluidreservoir).

If the brake fluid level is above the MIN mark,drive carefully to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician and have the brake systeminspected.

WARNING

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