Volvo V 90 Cross Country, Owner'S Manual, Page: 424 / 594

STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory. 422
Economical driving
Drive economically and eco-consciously by driv-
ing smoothly, thinking ahead, and adjusting your
driving style and speed to the prevailing condi-
tions.
•
For lower fuel consumption, activate ECO
drive mode.
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Use the Eco Coast
17
freewheel function -
engine braking will cease and the car's
kinetic energy can be used to freewheel for
longer distances.
•
Drive in the highest gear
18
possible, adapted
to the current traffic situation and road -
lower engine speeds result in lower fuel con-
sumption. Use the gear shift indicator.
•
Drive at a steady speed and keep a good dis-
tance to other vehicles and objects to mini-
mise braking.
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High speed results in increased fuel con-
sumption - the wind resistance increases
with speed.
•
Do not run the engine to operating tempera-
ture at idling speed, but rather drive with a
normal load right after starting - a cold
engine consumes more fuel than a warm
one.
•
Drive with the correct air pressure in the
tyres and check this regularly - select ECO
tyre pressure for best results.
•
Choice of tyres can affect fuel consumption -
seek advice on suitable tyres from a dealer.
•
Remove unnecessary items from the car -
the greater the load the higher the consump-
tion.
•
Use engine braking to slow down, when it
can take place without risk to other road
users.
•
A roof load and space box increase wind
resistance, leading to higher consumption -
remove the load carriers when not in use.
•
Avoid driving with open windows.
WARNING
Never switch off the engine while moving,
such as downhill, this deactivates important
systems such as the power steering and
brake servo.
Related information
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Drive mode ECO (p. 402)
•
Approved tyre pressures (p. 574)
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Fuel consumption and CO2 emissions
(p. 572)
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Drive-E - cleaner driving pleasure (p. 25)
Towing bracket
*
The car can be equipped with a towing bracket
that makes it possible to tow e.g. a trailer after
the car.
There may be different towing bracket variants
available for the car; contact a Volvo dealer for
more information.
For information on towing capacity and towball
load, see the section "Towing capacity and tow-
ball load".
IMPORTANT
When the engine is switched off, the constant
battery voltage to the trailer connector can be
switched off automatically so as not to drain
the starter battery.
IMPORTANT
The towball needs regular cleaning and lubri-
cation with grease in order to prevent wear.
17
See the section "Drive mode ECO".
18 Applies to driving with manual gear changing.