Volvo XC90 Hybrid 2016, Owner'S Manual

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STARTING AND DRIVING
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Before a long distance trip
It is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked by a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician before driving long distances. Your
retailer will also be able to supply you with bulbs,
fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for your use
in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:
•
Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption and the oil level are normal.
•
Before leaving on a trip, fill the fuel tank and
make sure the hybrid battery is fully charged.
During the trip, make a habit of refueling reg-
ularly.
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Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage.
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Check condition of drive belts.
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Check state of the battery's charge.
•
Examine tires carefully and replace those
that are worn. Also, check tire inflation pres-
sure.
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The brakes, front wheel alignment, and steer-
ing gear should be checked by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician only.
•
Check all lights, including high beams.
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Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
•
Have a word with a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician if you intend to drive
in countries where it may be difficult to
obtain the correct fuel.
•
Consider your destination. If you will be driv-
ing through an area where snow or ice are
likely to occur, consider using snow tires.
Driving economically
Better driving economy can be obtained by
thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops
and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to imme-
diate traffic conditions.
Driving economically with the XC90 T8
Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid
Plan your driving in order to utilize the electric
motor as much as possible.
An energy-conserving driving style lowers current
consumption from the hybrid battery and helps
increase electric driving range.
Charging
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Charge the hybrid battery regularly using the
charging cable. Whenever possible, begin a
drive with a fully charged battery.
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Check the location of charging points.
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Where possible, choose parking spaces with
charging points.