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2004 VOLVO XC90

General information

Generator warning light

Glove compartment

Handling

Hazard warning flashers

Headlight flasher

Headlight washer

Headlight wiper blades

133

Headlights

Headphones

162

Heated front seats

High beam "flash"

High beam indicator

High/low beams - replacing

138

Hoisting the car

126

Home Safe System

Hood - opening

Immobilizer (start inhibitor)

Indicator and warning symbols

24, 25

Inflatable Curtain

Instrument lighting

Instrument panel

Interior

Interior Air Quality sensor

Interior lighting

Intermittent wiping

Introduction

Isofix fasteners (child seats)

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Summary of Contents for 2004 XC90

Page 1: ...l enjoy many years of safe driving in your Volvo an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind To help ensure your satisfaction with this vehicle we encourage you to familiarize yourself...

Page 2: ...elease the selector from this position turn the ignition key to position II or start the engine depress the brake pedal press the button on the front side of the gear selector knob and move the select...

Page 3: ...on the latest product information available at the time of publication Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently depending on special legal requirements Optional equipment described...

Page 4: ...l symbols that indicate how the component is to be sorted for recycling In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline powered internal combustion engines Volvo is activel...

Page 5: ...tches and controls Control panel in driver s door controls 34 37 1 Headlights Parking lights 30 2 Instrument lighting 30 3 Panel vents 47 4 Text window 28 file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_00 ht...

Page 6: ...Instrument panel 24 22 Horn iv 23 Cruise control buttons in steering wheel 37 24 Turn signals High low beams 32 25 Front fog lights Rear fog light 30 26 Parking brake pedal 38 27 Parking brake releas...

Page 7: ...and controls Climate control Interior Locks and Alarm Starting and driving Wheels and tires Vehicle care Maintenance Specifications Audio Index Back Cover Top of Page file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90...

Page 8: ...vo the inventor of the three point seat belt urges you and all occupants of your vehicle to wear seat belts and ensure that children are properly restrained using an infant car or booster seat determi...

Page 9: ...y provided that the shoulder belt is not pulled out too far The retractor will lock up as follows if the belt is pulled out rapidly during braking and acceleration if the vehicle is leaning excessivel...

Page 10: ...f their strength when exposed to violent stretching they should be replaced after any collision even if they appear to be undamaged Never repair the belt on your own have this work done by an authoriz...

Page 11: ...enhancement to the three point seat belt system your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System SRS to complement the three point seat belt system The inflatable airbag is installed folded...

Page 12: ...rtment above the glove compartment The panel is embossed SRS WARNING No objects accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on attached to or installed near the SRS cover in the center of the steeri...

Page 13: ...es that may occur in an accident When installing any accessory equipment make sure that the SRS system is not damaged Do not attempt to service any component of the SRS yourself Attempting to do so ma...

Page 14: ...t is less severe but severe enough to present a clear injury risk the dual stage airbags are triggered at 70 of their total capacity If the impact is more severe the dual stage airbags are triggered a...

Page 15: ...e no loose articles e g coffee cups on the floor seat or dashboard area Never try to open the SRS cover on the steering wheel or the passenger side dash This should only be done by an authorized Volvo...

Page 16: ...replace the SRS system components Use only new Genuine Volvo Parts when replacing SRS components airbags seat belts pretensioners etc When are the airbags NOT deployed Not all frontal collisions acti...

Page 17: ...onnect the battery Wait at least one minute Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position II Press firmly on the brake pedal Move the gear selector from P ark to the N eutral position There i...

Page 18: ...oyment The SRS airbags are designed to deploy during certain frontal or front angular collisions impacts or decelerations depending on the crash severity angle speed and object impacted The airbags ma...

Page 19: ...ay experience abrasions bruises swellings or other injuries as a result of airbag s deployment Never try to repair any part of the SRS or SIPS bag systems yourself Any interference in the system could...

Page 20: ...o the sides of both front seat backrests wires and gas generators sensor units see illustration on next page The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase occupant protection in the event of cer...

Page 21: ...ployment No objects accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on attached to or installed near the SIPS airbag system or in the area affected by SIPS airbag deployment see illustration above Never...

Page 22: ...in a roll over situation and to help prevent them from being thrown from the vehicle if a roll over occurs NOTE In 5 seat models the Inflatable Curtains extend to protect both rows of seats In 7 seat...

Page 23: ...than this level could impede the function of the Inflatable Curtain pg 13 Safety Roll over Protection System Volvo s Roll over Protection System has been developed to help prevent the vehicle from rol...

Page 24: ...and seat belt pretensioners The year and month specified on the decal in the door pillar s is the date when you should contact your Volvo retailer to inspect and if necessary replace the airbags and...

Page 25: ...2004 VOLVO XC90 pg 15 Safety Whiplash Protection System WHIPS file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_01b htm 6 of 16 12 30 2006 4 35 12 PM...

Page 26: ...all possible injuries that may occur in an accident If your vehicle has been involved in a collision the front seat backrests must be inspected by an authorized Volvo retailer even if the seats appear...

Page 27: ...child should always be properly restrained in a vehicle Your vehicle is also equipped with ISOFIX attachments which make it more convenient to install child seats see page 18 Restraint systems for chi...

Page 28: ...ake sure the child restraint system is approved for the child s height weight and development the label required by the standard or regulation or instructions for infant restraints typically provide t...

Page 29: ...in the vehicle interior can rise very quickly Exposure to these high temperatures for even a short period of time can cause heat related injury or death Small children are particularly at risk pg 18 S...

Page 30: ...belt should be positioned across the chest and shoulder see illustration The shoulder belt must never be placed behind the child s back or under the arm WARNING Failure to follow the manufacturer s i...

Page 31: ...n rearward 2 Push the cushion until it locks in place Lowering Pull the handle at the front of the cushion 1 forward Pull the seat forward and press it down until it locks in place The booster cushion...

Page 32: ...ether strap pg 20 Safety Child safety contd Keeping child seats in place ALR ELR To make child seat installation easier each seat belt except for the driver s belt is equipped with a locking mechanism...

Page 33: ...irbag Volvo recommends that ALL occupants adults and children shorter than four feet seven inches 140 cm be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag Drive safely Autom...

Page 34: ...North America If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHT...

Page 35: ...2004 VOLVO XC90 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_01b htm 16 of 16 12 30 2006 4 35 12 PM...

Page 36: ...g wheel adjustment 32 Windshield wipers 33 Tailgate wiper washer 34 Hazard warning flashers rear window sideview mirror defroster heated front seats 35 Trip computer option 36 Cruise control 37 Parkin...

Page 37: ...n If the engine temperature remains high check coolant level see page 125 4 Trip odometer The trip odometers are used for measuring shorter distances The right hand digit gives tenth of a mile kilomet...

Page 38: ...t temperature 12 Clock set button Turn the button to set the clock 13 Fuel gauge The fuel tank holds approximately 19 US gals 72 liters When a warning light in the gauge comes on there are approximate...

Page 39: ...e fluid level in the reservoir See page 126 for reservoir position and page 130 for instructions Canadian models are equipped with this warning light If the BRAKE and ABS warning lights come on at the...

Page 40: ...If the warning light comes on and stays on this indicates that traction with the road surface is reduced Drive with caution If this light flashes it indicates that the DSTC system is working to restor...

Page 41: ...for an inspection of the system See the SRS section for more information Generator warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running have the charging system checked Seat belt reminder T...

Page 42: ...gine transmission electrical and emission systems The CHECK ENGINE light will light up if the computer senses a condition that potentially may need correcting When this happens please have your vehicl...

Page 43: ...GINE Stop and switch off the engine to help prevent serious risk of damage SERVICE URGENT Take your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for inspection as soon as possible SEE MANUAL Refer to your...

Page 44: ...been folded out NOTE If the sideview mirrors have been inadvertently pushed out of position in a car wash parking lot etc manually return them to normal position If mirror adjustment does not seem to...

Page 45: ...nition key is in position II Front and rear parking lights tail lights side marker lights and license plate lights will also be on Volvo recommends the use of daytime running lights If however you wou...

Page 46: ...illumination in daylight only the background lighting can be adjusted At night both the symbol light and background lighting can be adjusted C Unlocking the fuel filler door Press this button when the...

Page 47: ...will only function in combination with the high low beam headlights By design there is one rear fog light only located in the driver s side tail light cluster Manually unlocking the fuel filler door P...

Page 48: ...he filler door pg 32 Instruments and controls Turn signals Steering wheel adjustment 1 Lane change In maneuvers such as lane changing the driver can flash the turn signals by moving the turn signal le...

Page 49: ...irrors will now come on and remain on for 30 60 or 90 seconds the time interval is at your discretion and can be changed by an authorized Volvo retailer Approach lighting When approaching the vehicle...

Page 50: ...wipers The lever return automatically to 0 when released Intermittent wiper function With the lever in this position you can set the wiper interval by twisting the control ring A upward to increase w...

Page 51: ...ent position CAUTION When washing the vehicle in an automatic car wash move the windshield wiper lever to position 0 to deactivate the rain sensor If the rain sensor is left on the wipers will activat...

Page 52: ...is put into reverse gear then the tailgate wiper will go into intermittent wiping function If the tailgate wiper is already in normal wiping function the normal wiping function will continue Consult y...

Page 53: ...her may vary depending on where you live Sideview mirror and rear window defroster Press the switch to start heating the rear window and sideview mirrors to remove ice or condensation An LED in the sw...

Page 54: ...on current fuel reserve Average fuel consumption Current fuel consumption Average speed Current speed in mph Canadian models only NOTE Warning messages from the vehicle s monitoring systems will overr...

Page 55: ...is pressed again 3 Current fuel consumption This value indicates the current fuel consumption based on readings taken once per second When the vehicle is not moving will be displayed 4 Average speed...

Page 56: ...as when passing another vehicle does not affect cruise control operation The vehicle will automatically return to the previously set speed when you release the accelerator pedal When the cruise contr...

Page 57: ...oad surfaces Cruise control may not maintain set speed on steep downgrades pg 38 Instruments and controls Parking brake Opening closing the hood Parking brake To apply the parking brake press the peda...

Page 58: ...3 Press up the release control 2 located under the front edge of the hood and lift To close the hood place your hand on it and press down until the hood locks in the closed position WARNING Do not gr...

Page 59: ...console Auxiliary 12 volt sockets These 12 volt sockets can be used to plug in certain accessories such as cellular telephones etc 12 volt socket in the cargo compartment Fold down the lid to use the...

Page 60: ...ch must be ON ignition key in position I II or the engine running for the electrically operated windows to function To lower Press down the front edge of the button to the first detent stop To raise L...

Page 61: ...overload protection circuit breaker will temporarily halt window function The window will return to normal function after a brief cool down period WARNING Always remove the ignition key when the vehi...

Page 62: ...uttons on the driver s door armrest Electrically operated window in the front passenger s seat The control for the electrically operated window in the front passenger s seat operates that window only...

Page 63: ...owing headlights Autodim function option The autodim function reacts to headlights from following traffic and automatically reduces glare NOTE The autodim function is automatically switched off when t...

Page 64: ...side wide angle sideview mirror are closer than they appear to be Mirror memory function with the central locking system option If you lock the vehicle and later unlock it with the same remote contro...

Page 65: ...e switch as far back as possible position 4 and release it to automatically slide open the moonroof to the comfort position Pull the switch rearward again to open the moonroof completely Manual close...

Page 66: ...s and controls Power moonroof option contd If the moonroof is obstructed during auto close operation it will automatically reverse direction and return to its starting position If the moonroof is repe...

Page 67: ...2004 VOLVO XC90 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_02b htm 16 of 16 12 30 2006 4 35 15 PM...

Page 68: ...annot be cleaned and therefore should always be replaced with a new one Sensors The sunlight sensor on the dashboard and passenger compartment temperature sensor in the ECC control panel should not be...

Page 69: ...ngine is switched off even if the ignition is switched to positions I or II the blower control will be automatically switched off to avoid unnecessary battery drain The following points pertain if the...

Page 70: ...e the air vents in the center of the dashboard to direct as much air as possible toward the windows Air vents in the door pillars A Open B Closed C Horizontal air flow D Vertical air flow Direct the o...

Page 71: ...ar window and sideview mirror defrosters This function defrosts de ices the rear window and sideview mirrors The LED in the switch will light up to indicate that the heating function is engaged See pa...

Page 72: ...n orange LED comes on will turn both the blower and the air conditioning off See also page 46 pg 50 Climate control Electronic Climate Control ECC contd Air distribution Press AUTO to automatically re...

Page 73: ...button will flash 5 times to show that the timer mode is being activated In timer mode each time the recirculation button is pressed the climate control system will recirculate the air in the passenge...

Page 74: ...Quality sensor activated at all times Recirculation is limited in cold climates to avoid fogging If window fogging occurs you should deactivate the Air Quality sensor If fogging occurs use the defrost...

Page 75: ...Interior pg 53 Interior Front seats 54 Rear seats 58 Interior lighting 61 Floor mats 62 Storage compartments 63 Securing cargo 67 pg 54 Interior Front seats file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_04a...

Page 76: ...Manual front rear adjustment The seat can be moved forward or rearward by pulling up on the front rear adjustment bar Check that the seat is securely locked into position after adjusting WARNING Do no...

Page 77: ...he seat as far forward as possible WARNING Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops pg 56 Interior Front seats con...

Page 78: ...driver s door the driver s seat will automatically move to the position in which you left it The seat will move to this position even if someone else has adjusted it since you last unlocked the vehicl...

Page 79: ...not be obstructed in any way when the seat is in motion Programming the memory Please note that only the driver s seat is equipped with the memory function Three seat positions can be programmed To pr...

Page 80: ...ent Lift the adjustment bar 2 to move the seat forward or rearward Removing the center console seven seat models only In order to make it possible to move the center seat in the second row of seats as...

Page 81: ...people in the front seats pg 59 Interior Head restraint second row center position The head restraint in the center position can be adjusted to 4 different heights To raise pull the restraint up until...

Page 82: ...ond row of seats 1 Move the seat s to their rearmost position seven seat models only 2 Pull the loop A to fold down an outboard head restraint Press down the center head restraint if necessary see pag...

Page 83: ...tion 3 above and pull the seat cushion out until it locks in place This also locks the backrest in the upright position Please note that the head restraints in this row cannot be vertically adjusted p...

Page 84: ...ing the courtesy light button again automatically reconnects the function The courtesy light timer periods can be changed Contact your Volvo retailer Rear reading lights The reading lights can be swit...

Page 85: ...properly placed and secured in the mat clips WARNING An extra mat on the driver s floor can cause the accelerator pedal to catch Check that the movement of the accelerator pedal is not impeded No mor...

Page 86: ...2004 VOLVO XC90 pg 63 Interior Storage compartments pg 64 Interior Storage compartments contd file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_04b htm 1 of 9 12 30 2006 4 35 19 PM...

Page 87: ...deep storage bin with slots for CD storage Cup holders for the front seats Two cup holders are provided for the front seat occupants Press lightly on the rear edge of the cover to open it Ashtray acce...

Page 88: ...Grasp the lower edge of the panel to pull out the cup holders in the rear side of the center console The cup holder insert can be removed to provide space for a large plastic bottle Pull the insert s...

Page 89: ...Storage space between rear seats seven seat models option This storage space provides compartments for pens or other small items Rear side storage compartments and cup holders seven seat models Lift...

Page 90: ...ighing 44 lbs 20 kg produces a force of 2 200 lbs 1 000 kg in a head on collision at 30 mph 50 km h Keep the following in mind when loading the vehicle Load the cargo against the backrest Load heavy c...

Page 91: ...nged Position the rods so that they are straight and lock in position 2 Insert the end of the upper rod in one of the attachment brackets see illustration above 3 Insert the other end of the rod in th...

Page 92: ...he grid Upper attachments 1 Lift in the grid through the tailgate or through one of the rear passenger doors in this case fold down the rear seat backrests backrests in second row of seats in seven se...

Page 93: ...Place the protective caps on the threads above the knobs WARNING Seven seat models The backrests of the optional third row seats must be folded down when installing the steel grid The steel grid is in...

Page 94: ...end pieces of the cover inward Pull up and lift out Grocery bag holder five seat models only 1 Fold down the lower section of the tailgate 2 Fold up the rear section of the cargo compartment floor 3...

Page 95: ...nd Alarms pg 71 Locks and Alarms Keys and remote controls 72 Locking and unlocking 75 Child safety locks 77 Alarm 78 pg 72 Locks and Alarms Keys and remote controls file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04...

Page 96: ...or and the ignition switch It is intended to help deter unwanted entry into the glove compartment To use your keys Turn the key once to unlock the driver s door only Turn the key again within 10 secon...

Page 97: ...in the ignition switch where it is compared to the code stored in the start inhibitor module The vehicle will start only with a properly coded key If you misplace a key take the other keys to an autho...

Page 98: ...activate or deactivate the vehicle s alarm system s The car can also be locked unlocked with the key If one of the transmitters is misplaced contact your nearest authorized Volvo retailer for replace...

Page 99: ...ng If the doors are unlocked the locks will automatically reengage re lock and the alarm will rearm after 2 minutes unless a door or the tailgate has been opened pg 74 Locks and Alarms FCC ID LQNP2T A...

Page 100: ...cking an occupied vehicle would hinder rapid access to the occupants in an accident or emergency Replacing the battery in the remote control If the range of the transmitter is noticeably reduced this...

Page 101: ...on the driver s door armrest can be used to lock or unlock all doors and the tailgate and to set the alarm Locking the glove compartment The glove compartment can be locked with the master key pg 76...

Page 102: ...remote control s tailgate unlock button see illustration above Automatic relocking If you use the tailgate unlock button to unlock the tailgate without opening it it will automatically relock after ap...

Page 103: ...eration from the outside WARNING Remember in the event of an accident the rear seat passengers cannot open the doors from the inside with the buttons in position A pg 78 Locks and Alarms Alarm Alarm T...

Page 104: ...button on the remote control or by unlocking the driver s door with the key Audible visual alarm signal An audible alarm signal is given by a battery powered siren The alarm cycle lasts for 25 second...

Page 105: ...ble to turn off the accessory inclination and movement alarm sensors if for example you drive your vehicle onto a ferry where the rocking of the boat could trigger the alarm or if a pet is left in the...

Page 106: ...triggered Fault in the alarm system If a fault has been detected in the alarm system a message will be displayed in the text window Contact your Volvo retailer Automatic re lock re arm system If the...

Page 107: ...eartronic 89 All Wheel Drive 92 Brake system 93 Dynamic Stability Traction Control DSTC 95 Rear Parking Assistance 97 Towing 98 Jump starting 100 Towing a trailer 101 Detachable trailer hitch installi...

Page 108: ...it control additives check with the service station operator NOTE Volvo does not recommend the use of external fuel injector cleaning systems Unleaded fuel Each Volvo has a three way catalytic convert...

Page 109: ...ent in all exhaust gases If you ever smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated and immediately return the vehicle to your retailer for correction Fuel Fo...

Page 110: ...lock the fuel filler door Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and is completely closed after refueling Open the fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather NOTE During a transitional period...

Page 111: ...taining methanol methyl alcohol wood alcohol This practice can result in vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system Such damage may not be covered under the New...

Page 112: ...tched off the gear selector must be in the P ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch When starting in cold weather the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine s...

Page 113: ...n garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate ventilation The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which is invisible and odorless but very poisonous pg 86 Starti...

Page 114: ...foot on the accelerator pedal for the first few minutes of operation A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear Whenever possible avoid using the vehicle for driving short distances...

Page 115: ...proceed as follows Close the windows Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor windshield and side windows and blower control to its highest setting CAUTION Drive slowly and carefully i...

Page 116: ...n damage to transmission components or the differential or to the engine if excess water is drawn in through the air intake system Drive slowly and avoid stopping when driving through water After havi...

Page 117: ...e vehicle is parked The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position SHIFTLOCK To release the gear selector from this position the engine must be running or the ignition key must be in posit...

Page 118: ...tgate positions NOTE 5 cylinder turbo engine 5 forward speeds 6 cylinder turbo engine 4 forward speeds Automatic transmission shift gate positions You can move the gear selector freely between the MAN...

Page 119: ...high for using a lower gear the downshift will not occur until the speed has decreased enough to allow the lower gear to be used If you slow down to a very low speed the transmission will automatical...

Page 120: ...e 24 This mode may be selected for starting moving off on slippery roads 6 cylinder turbo models pg 92 Starting and driving All Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive AWD general information Your Volvo can be eq...

Page 121: ...or Tire Rotation Volvo recommends rotating the tires every 7 500 miles 12 000 km Tires should be rotated front to back back to front only Tires must maintain the same direction of rotation throughout...

Page 122: ...rake failure Service urgent message is displayed in the text window DO NOT DRIVE Have the vehicle towed to a Volvo retailer and have the brake system inspected NOTE When the vehicle is at a standstill...

Page 123: ...e driven cautiously to a Volvo retailer for inspection The Anti lock Braking System ABS helps to improve vehicle control stopping and steering during severe braking conditions by limiting brake lockup...

Page 124: ...lvo XC90 consists of a number of functions 1 Traction control TC This function is designed to help reduce wheel spin by transferring power from a drive wheel that begins to lose traction to the wheel...

Page 125: ...when the DSTC button on the center control panel is pressed 4 Roll Stability Control RSC RSC utilizes a gyro sensor to monitor the vehicle s angle of inclination and the rate at which this angle chan...

Page 126: ...k the system In the event of high brake temperature TRACTION CONTROL TEMPORARILY OFF will be displayed in the text window The system will automatically switch on again when the brakes have cooled Emer...

Page 127: ...1 The audio system s volume will be reduced 2 An intermittent signal will be audible from the audio system s speakers to indicate that as you back up you are approaching a person object parked vehicle...

Page 128: ...ean They can be cleaned with car washing detergent and a sponge WARNING This system is designed to be a supplementary aid when the vehicle is backing up It is not however intended to replace the drive...

Page 129: ...regarding maximum towing speed length and type of towing device lighting etc If the vehicle s battery is dead do not attempt to start the vehicle by pushing or pulling it as this will damage the three...

Page 130: ...the previous page CAUTION Sling type equipment applied at the front will damage radiator and air conditioning lines It is equally important not to use sling type equipment at the rear or apply liftin...

Page 131: ...inal 1 to the positive terminal in your vehicle s engine compartment 2 located under a small black plastic cover attached to the fuse box cover marked with a sign Remove the cover on the main fuse box...

Page 132: ...e the legal requirements of the state province in which the vehicles are registered All Volvo models are equipped with energy absorbing shock mounted bumpers Trailer hitch installation should not inte...

Page 133: ...lighting system directly to the vehicle lighting system Consult your nearest authorized Volvo retailer for correct installation When towing a trailer the trailer s safety wire must be correctly fasten...

Page 134: ...olt and slide the locking bolt out of the hitch assembly 2 Slide the ball holder into the hitch assembly 3 Align the hole in the ball holder with the one in the hitch assembly 4 Slide the locking bolt...

Page 135: ...se we recommend that the front load carrier be placed approximately 2 inches 5 cm in front of the center roof rail anchorage point and the rear load carrier approximately 1 5 inches 3 5 cm in front of...

Page 136: ...reeze in your vehicle s radiator Your Volvo retailer stocks plenty of Volvo engine coolant to help protect your vehicle during cold weather Try to keep the fuel tank well filled this prevents the form...

Page 137: ...ector to engage disengage this driving mode An LED in the button will light up to indicate that W is engaged and this will also be displayed in the instrument panel see page 24 This mode may be select...

Page 138: ...e correct fuel Consider your destination If you will be driving through an area where snow or ice are likely to occur consider snow tires To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces do not inspec...

Page 139: ...emove from paintwork as soon as possible Otherwise the finish may be permanently damaged A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil A water soluble grease solvent may be used...

Page 140: ...with denatured alcohol To avoid scratches do not dry the bumpers with paper NOTE When washing the vehicle remember to remove dirt from the drain holes in the doors and sills WARNING When the vehicle i...

Page 141: ...t spots caused by oil ice cream shoe polish grease etc use a clothing fabric stain remover The plastic in the upholstery can be cleaned with a soft cloth and mild soap solution Leather upholstery sued...

Page 142: ...t Minor stone chips and scratches Material Primer can Paint touch up pen Brush Masking tape If the stone chip has not gone down to the bare metal and an undamaged color coat remains you can add paint...

Page 143: ...ush Mix the paint thoroughly apply several thin paint coats and let dry after each application 3 If there is a longer scratch you may want to protect surrounding paint by masking it off Contents Top o...

Page 144: ...door All tires have a dimension designation The following is an example of a tire designation 225 70R16 225 section width mm 70 relationship between section height and width R radial tire 16 wheel rim...

Page 145: ...g tire economy Maintain correct tire pressure See the tire pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler door Drive smoothly avoid fast starts hard braking and tire screeching Tire wear increases wi...

Page 146: ...on CAUTION Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing Always follow the chain manufacturer s installation instructions carefully Install chains as tightly as possible a...

Page 147: ...same rotational direction throughout their entire lifetime In other words if you wish to rotate the wheels make sure that the same wheels are always on the same side of the vehicle NOTE Please consul...

Page 148: ...lvo retailer WARNING Current legislation prohibits the use of the Temporary Spare tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured tire It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard...

Page 149: ...ad these strips become visible and indicate that the tire should be replaced Tires with less than 1 16 1 6 mm tread have a very poor grip in rain or snow When replacing worn tires it is recommended th...

Page 150: ...traction tests and is not a measure of cornering turning traction TEMPERATURE The temperature grades are AA the highest A B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its...

Page 151: ...he rear section of the cargo area floor disconnect the grocery bag holder s retaining cords and fold up the lower section of the floor to access the tool bag Location of jack seven seat models The jac...

Page 152: ...n the exhaust system may be very hot Lowering the spare wheel 1 Fold down the lower section of the tailgate 2 Fold up the rear section of the floor in the cargo compartment 3 Connect the two sections...

Page 153: ...through the center hole in the spare wheel Pivot the toggle 90 degrees so that when raised the wheel will rest on the toggle 3 Retract the retaining cable slightly by slowly turning the crank clockwis...

Page 154: ...d under the pillars between the front and rear doors This point is used during the production process only and is NOT intended for attaching the jack The undersides of accessory running boards are not...

Page 155: ...s must not be used with steel rims as they make it impossible to fit the hub caps WARNING The use of an incorrect type of wheel bolt could cause the wheel to loosen from the hub Contact your Volvo ret...

Page 156: ...cle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 102 ft lbs 140 Nm Install the wheel cap where applicable WARNING The jack must correctly engage the bar in the jack attachment The vehi...

Page 157: ...ehicle The maintenance services contain several checks which require special instruments and tools and therefore must be performed by a qualified technician To keep your Volvo in top condition specify...

Page 158: ...d Warranty Seat Belt and Supplemental Restraint Systems Limited Warranty Emission Design and Defect Warranty Emission Performance Warranty These are the federal warranties other warranties are provide...

Page 159: ...O ring seals NOTE If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the vehicle is refueled the Check Engine light Malfunction Indicator may indicate a fault However your v...

Page 160: ...this weight If a two post hoist is used to lift the vehicle the front and rear lift arm pads should be centered under the reinforced lift plates on the inboard edge of the sill rail see illustration...

Page 161: ...t can cause poor cooling and low alternator output as well as impair the operation of the power steering and the air conditioning unit NOTE The drive belt is equipped with a self tensioning mechanism...

Page 162: ...a 50 50 mix of water and antifreeze CAUTION The cooling system must always be kept filled to the correct level If it is not kept filled there can be high local temperatures in the engine which could...

Page 163: ...lude ACEA A1 API SJ SJ CF and SJ Energy conserving Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel economy engine performance or engine protection Volvo Cars recommends Castrol Depending on your drivin...

Page 164: ...driving in mountainous areas Changing oil and oil filter Oil and oil filter changes should be made at 7 500 mile 12 000 km intervals Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives Synthetic oil is...

Page 165: ...the oil level is maintained between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick Low oil level can cause internal damage to the engine and overfilling can result in high oil consumption The distance bet...

Page 166: ...every oil change pg 129 Maintenance Washer fluid reservoir Washer fluid reservoir The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and holds approx 6 8 US qt 6 5 liters During cold weat...

Page 167: ...f water and antifreeze CAUTION The cooling system must always be kept filled to the correct level If it is not kept filled there can be high local temperatures in the engine which could result in dama...

Page 168: ...33 Replace Every second year or 30 000 miles 48 000 km The fluid should be replaced once a year or every 15 000 miles 24 000 km when driving under extremely hard conditions mountain driving etc Always...

Page 169: ...nterior Wiper blades NOTE The driver s side wiper blade is straight The passenger s side wiper blade is curved to match the curve at the base of the windshield Replacing windshield wiper blades 1 Lift...

Page 170: ...as they start to leave marks on the windshield or fail to wipe efficiently and cleanly To obtain maximum lifetime from a set of wiper blades clean them with a stiff bristle brush and warm soapy water...

Page 171: ...r be above the indicator A The fluid level should be checked if the battery has been recharged After inspection be sure the cap over each battery cell is securely in place Check that the battery cable...

Page 172: ...2004 VOLVO XC90 pg 133 Maintenance file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_09b htm 2 of 23 12 30 2006 4 35 28 PM...

Page 173: ...ion in the vehicle s electrical system can be stored in the control modules 4 Disconnect the negative ground cable first 5 Disconnect the positive cable and pull the ventilation hose see next page fro...

Page 174: ...es hydrogen gas which is flammable and explosive The battery is fitted with a ventilation hose which vents hydrogen gas out of the battery compartment through a ventilation opening in the bottom of th...

Page 175: ...California to cause cancer and reproductive harm Wash hands after handling pg 135 Maintenance Bulbs The following bulbs are used in the vehicle 1 Low beam high beam 55W H7 2 Bi Xenon headlight option...

Page 176: ...trace amounts of mercury These bulbs should always be disposed of by an authorized Volvo retailer WARNING Bi Xenon headlights option due to the high voltage used by these headlights these bulbs should...

Page 177: ...carbonized onto the bulb and cause damage to the reflector Be sure to use bulbs of the correct type and voltage Location of the bulbs in the headlight housing 1 Low beam headlight Bi Xenon headlight o...

Page 178: ...4 Pull out the bulb from the holder 5 Insert the new bulb without touching the glass in the holder 6 Move the retaining spring up and push it slightly to the left until it seats properly 7 Press the b...

Page 179: ...ce on the headlight housing 8 Press the rubber cover into place Replacing the parking light side marker light bulbs 1 Turn the lamp holder approximately 1 4 turn counterclockwise and pull it out of th...

Page 180: ...4 Press the lamp holder into the place in the headlight housing and turn it approximately 1 4 turn clockwise Replacing the side turn signal bulb 1 Switch off the ignition 2 Pry out the lens by inserti...

Page 181: ...se it 3 Replace the bulb The shape of the foot of the bulb corresponds to the shape of the bulb holder 4 Reinstall the bulb holder by turning it slightly clockwise The side of the holder marked TOP sh...

Page 182: ...e tab 3 upward outward 6 Loosen the bolts 4 with the 10 mm wrench 7 Pull the entire tail light housing straight out 8 Disconnect the wiring 9 Place the tail light housing on a soft cloth to avoid scra...

Page 183: ...ise and pull out the bulb 5 Insert a new bulb and press the lamp housing back into place Door step courtesy lights The door step courtesy lights are located under the dashboard on the driver s and pas...

Page 184: ...t the bulb and replace it 3 Press the lens back into place pg 141 Maintenance Front courtesy lights These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself We recommend that you let an authorized Vol...

Page 185: ...lt for you to replace yourself Let an authorized Volvo retailer replace these bulbs if necessary Vanity mirror lights 1 Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens 2 Pry out the bulb and repla...

Page 186: ...Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise and pull it out 4 Pull out the defective bulb and insert a new one 5 Reinsert the bulb holder into the housing and turn it clockwise 6 Reinstall the housing and s...

Page 187: ...se is difficult to remove you will find a special fuse removal tool in the passenger compartment fuse box From the side examine the curved metal wire see next page to see if it is broken If so put in...

Page 188: ...Relay Fuse box in the engine compartment When replacing fuses be sure to replace a blown fuse with a new one of the same color and amperage written on the fuse Fuses in the engine compartment No Amper...

Page 189: ...ailgate washer 10 11 A C compressor ignition coils 20 12 Brake light contact 5 13 Windshield wipers 25 14 ABS DSTC 30 15 Headlight washers 25 16 Windshield washers 15 17 Low beam right 10 18 Low beam...

Page 190: ...Front passenger s door central locking power windows door mirror 25 7 Rear side doors power windows child safety locks 30 8 9 10 Power passenger s seat 5 11 Electric socket 12V 15 12 Ignition switch...

Page 191: ...ronic module vanity mirror lighting courtesy lighting glove compartment lighting alarm siren 10 28 Alarm siren 5 29 30 Daytime running lights 10 31 Daytime running lights 10 32 Left front rear parking...

Page 192: ...10 7 Electric socket 12V in cargo compartment 15 8 Central locking rear doors tailgate fuel filler door 20 9 Trailer hitch 30 feed 15 10 Antenna 5 11 Accessory control module AEM 15 12 Washer tailgat...

Page 193: ...2004 VOLVO XC90 18 Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90_09b htm 23 of 23 12 30 2006 4 35 28 PM...

Page 194: ...weights 149 Capacities 151 Lubricants 152 Cooling system 152 Suspension 152 Electrical system 154 Bulbs 155 Engine specifications Transmission 156 All specifications are subject to change without pri...

Page 195: ...information regarding these regulations please consult your Volvo retailer 2 Vacuum hose routing underside of hood 3 Loads and Tire Pressures on inside of fuel filler door 4 Model plate Vehicle Ident...

Page 196: ...ch label The Vehicle Identification Number VIN should always be quoted in all correspondence concerning your vehicle with the retailer and when ordering parts pg 149 Specifications Dimensions and weig...

Page 197: ...5 seat 5 cyl AWD 5790 lbs 2630 kg 5 seat 6 cyl AWD 5900 lbs 2680 kg 7 seat 5 cyl FWD 5840 lbs 7 seat 5 cyl AWD 6005 lbs 2720 kg 7 seat 6 cyl AWD 6080 lbs 2760 kg Capacity weight 5 seat models 1160 lbs...

Page 198: ...lbs 1430 kg 7 seat 5 cyl FWD 3170 lbs 7 seat 5 cyl AWD 3240 lbs 1470 kg 7 seat 6 cyl AWD 3240 lbs 1470 kg Curb weight 5 seat FWD 4300 4330 lbs 5 seat AWD 4445 4625 lbs 2030 2100 kg 7 seat FWD 4495 45...

Page 199: ...tem Front 2 2 lb 1 kg Rear option 2 9 lb 1 3 kg R 134a WARNING When adding accessories equipment luggage and other cargo to your vehicle the total capacity weight must not be exceeded pg 152 Specifica...

Page 200: ...qts 10 6 liters The thermostat begins to open at 194 F 90 C Suspension Rear suspension Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms double link arms and track rods Front suspension...

Page 201: ...that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine the Electronic Control Module or the vehicle may be illegal and can cause three way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating This i...

Page 202: ...5 W H 1 Parking lights front 5W5 W2 1x9 5d Turn signals front 21 W PY amber Turn signals rear 21 W PY amber Parking lights rear 5 W BA15 Brake light 21 W BA15 Back up lights 21 W BA15 Fog light left r...

Page 203: ...anifold Fuel system The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system pg 157 Specifications Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON CALL roadside assista...

Page 204: ...he necessary maintenance procedures to keep your Volvo at peak operating condition pg 158 Specifications This page intentionally left blank Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 2004 2004_XC90 04xc90...

Page 205: ...stem controls 161 Audio functions 164 Radio functions 168 Menu settings and selections 174 CD player 175 CD changer option 177 CD player 179 HomeLink Universal Transceiver 180 pg 160 Audio Audio syste...

Page 206: ...CLEAR step back in the menu or cancel a selection 11 Menu selections 12 CD eject 13 CD slot CD changer option 14 Storage compartment 15 MY KEY programmable keys for your favorite functions from the me...

Page 207: ...or a radio station or to go to the next previous track on a CD Press and hold down these buttons to search within a track Display The display 1 shows the currently selected function menu selections et...

Page 208: ...s can be equipped with headphone connectors for passengers in the second and optional third row of seats Several people can listen to different sound sources such as CDs or the radio at the same time...

Page 209: ...same sound source as someone listening to this source through headphones the driver takes control of the sound source Only one disc in the optional CD changer and one track on the CD can be played at...

Page 210: ...the IR port on the radio panel see the illustration on page 160 NOTE If the remote control does not function properly check the batteries AAA or R03 pg 164 Audio Audio functions On Off button To activ...

Page 211: ...ELECTOR control 4 To select a sound source Turn the SELECTOR control to choose FM1 FM2 AM CD CD changer option Press the AM FM button repeatedly to choose between FM1 FM2 AM Press the CD button to cha...

Page 212: ...DPL II is selected in the menu Setting Shown in the display Bass BASS Treble TREBLE Balance between the right and left speakers BALANCE Balance between the front and rear speakers FADER Bass speaker l...

Page 213: ...structure on page 174 1 Select AUDIO SETTINGS in the menu and press ENTER 2 Select SURROUND and press ENTER 3 Select Dolby AM FM or Dolby CD and press ENTER 4 Select PRO LOGIC II 3 CHANNEL or OFF and...

Page 214: ...R control 4 Press ENTER to select the next frequency You can select five frequencies 5 Press ENTER until you come to the menu mode to save the changes you have made Equalizer RR EQ REAR This function...

Page 215: ...ncy 1 Press and hold the or button or the corresponding buttons on the steering wheel keypad MAN will be shown in the display The radio will slowly scroll in the desired direction and then increase sp...

Page 216: ...rogramming a shortcut Use the MY KEY buttons 2 3 to program a favorite function from the menu such as SCAN AUTOSTORE etc See page 174 for the functions that can be programmed with the MY KEY button 1...

Page 217: ...TORE in the menu and press ENTER 3 Select AST SEARCH and press ENTER 4 AUTOSTORING is shown in the display and a number of strong stations max 10 from the set frequency band are now automatically stor...

Page 218: ...oximately 8 seconds after which it will continue scanning 1 Choose radio mode using the SELECTOR control 1 or the AM FM button 2 2 Select SCAN to start searching and press ENTER 3 SCAN will be shown i...

Page 219: ...PTY in the menu and press ENTER 3 Select SHOW PTY TEXT and press ENTER The PTY of the selected station is now shown in the display NOTE Not all radio stations have PTY designations Program type Text...

Page 220: ...gious talk RELIGION TALK Personality PERSONALITY Public PUBLIC College COLLEGE Weather WEATHER Radio text Certain stations broadcast program information which can be shown in the display 1 Press the M...

Page 221: ...s press EXIT CLEAR to exit the PTY list 7 Select SEARCH PTY and press ENTER If the radio finds a station with the selected program type this station will be played 8 If the radio finds a station that...

Page 222: ...4 1 3 SHOWPTY ON OFF 4 2 AF ON OFF 4 3 RESET ALL 5 AUDIO SETTINGS 5 1 Dolby AM FM 5 1 1 Pro Logic II 5 1 2 3CH 5 1 3 OFF 5 2 Dolby CD 5 2 1 Pro Logic II 5 2 2 3CH 5 2 3 OFF 5 4 SUBWOOFER ON OFF option...

Page 223: ...3 ALL DISCS 2 SCAN 3 DISC TEXT 4 AUDIO SETTINGS 4 1 Dolby AM FM 4 1 1 Pro Logic II 4 1 2 3CH 4 1 3 OFF 4 2 Dolby CD 4 2 1 Pro Logic II 4 2 2 3 CH 4 2 3 OFF ON OFF 4 3 SUBWOOFER ON OFF option 4 4 EQ F...

Page 224: ...ay If you have a keypad in the steering wheel you can use the arrow keys in the same way Searching within a track Press and hold down or to search within a track or the whole disc The search continues...

Page 225: ...on 1 Press the MENU button 2 Select DISCTEXT in the menu and press ENTER 3 Any information that may be stored on the disc will be displayed 4 To deactivate this function select DISCTEXT and press ENTE...

Page 226: ...ty slot in the CD changer Make sure INSERT DISC is displayed before inserting a new disc Selecting disc number Use the station setting buttons 1 6 1 to select which disc is to be played The number of...

Page 227: ...way pg 178 Audio CD changer option contd Random play This function offers two alternatives for playing the tracks on the disc s in the CD changer in random order shuffle Random one random order on the...

Page 228: ...CD for the first time remove any burrs in the center outer edge by running the stem of a pen or similar object around the hole edge of the disc Use CD standard EN 60908 discs only Discs not meeting t...

Page 229: ...ay then be used in place of your hand held remote controls NOTE For your security the HomeLink Universal Transceiver is designed to not function if you lock your vehicle from the outside Programming t...

Page 230: ...stop and reverse features as required by federal safety standards This includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door opener that cannot detect an object signalli...

Page 231: ...dure a third time to complete the training 5 The programmed button on your HomeLink Universal Transceiver should now operate your garage door opener The original hand held transmitter can also be used...

Page 232: ...ht flashes rapidly release both buttons The previously programmed device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pressing the HomeLink button that has just been programmed This proc...

Page 233: ...tage 5 Air cleaner 128 Air distribution 47 50 Air Quality sensor 51 Air vents 47 Airbag Side Impact SIPS 10 Airbags 4 Airbags front 4 Alarm 73 80 All Wheel Drive 94 All Wheel Drive towing 101 Anti loc...

Page 234: ...ushion 17 Brake circuit 95 Brake system 26 95 Bulbs 137 156 C Capacities 152 Carbon Monoxide Important Warning 85 Catalytic converter 154 CD changer 177 Ceiling lighting 143 Center console storage com...

Page 235: ...up holder in rear seat 64 Current fuel consumption 36 D Defroster 49 Dimension designation tires 110 Direction indicators 33 Dolby Pro Logic II DPL II 165 Door mirror defroster 35 Driving economically...

Page 236: ...t seats 54 Front seats heated 35 Front seats manual adjustment 54 Front seats power 56 Front suspension 153 Fuel ii 84 Fuel filler cap ii 86 Fuel filler door ii 86 Fuel filler door unlocking 31 Fuel f...

Page 237: ...33 High beam indicator 24 High low beams replacing 138 Hoisting the car 126 Home Safe System 33 Hood opening 38 I IC 12 Immobilizer start inhibitor 74 Indicator and warning symbols 24 25 Inflatable C...

Page 238: ...function indicator light 27 Messages in the display 28 Moonroof electrically operated 43 Multifilter with air quality sensor 51 O Occupant safety 21 Octane rating 84 Odometer 24 Oil pressure 27 Oil qu...

Page 239: ...Rear seat air condition 29 Rear suspension 153 Rear window defroster 35 Rearview mirror door mirrors 42 Recirculation 50 REDUCE SPEED 28 Refrigerant A C system 46 Refueling 84 86 Remote control centra...

Page 240: ...ow chains 111 Snow tires 111 Spare tire accessing 115 Spare tires 112 Spark plugs 155 Specifications 149 Speedometer 24 Spoiler lamps 31 SRS 4 Start inhibitor immobilizer 74 Starting the car 87 Steeri...

Page 241: ...154 TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE 28 Tire economy 110 Tire economy improving 110 Tire Rotation 112 Tires 110 Tires tread wear indicators 113 Towing 100 Towing cars with All Wheel Drive 101 Towing a trailer...

Page 242: ...dashboard 25 Warranties 24 Washer fluid reservoir 128 131 Washing the car 120 Waxing 119 Weights 151 Wheels 110 WHIPS 15 Windows 40 Windshield washer 34 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 131 Windshie...

Page 243: ...ure rich entertainment and communication systems These include hands free cellular telephones navigation systems and multipurpose audio systems You may also own other portable electronic devices for y...

Page 244: ...istance between the marks represents approx 1 6 US qt 1 5 liter See page 128 5 Brake fluid check without removing the cap that the level is above the MIN mark Use brake fluid DOT 4 See page 130 Fuel o...

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