Volvo XC90 Twin Engine 2019, Owner'S Manual

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STARTING AND DRIVING
* Option/accessory. 482
Preparations for a long trip
Before a driving holiday or some other type of
long journey, it is important to check the car's
functions and equipment particularly carefully.
Check that
•
the engine is working normally and that fuel
consumption is normal
•
there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)
•
brake force during braking is optimal
•
all lamps are working - adjust headlamp level
if the car is heavily laden
•
the tyres have sufficient tread depth and
pressure. Change to winter tyres when driv-
ing to areas where there is a risk of snowy or
icy road surfaces
•
starter battery charging is good
•
the wiper blades are in good condition
•
a warning triangle and high-visibility vest are
located in the car - legally required in certain
countries
Related information
•
Checking tyre pressure (p. 568)
•
Fuel consumption and CO
2
emissions
(p. 678)
•
Filling washer fluid (p. 661)
•
Winter driving (p. 482)
•
Economical driving (p. 478)
•
Settings for car modem
*
(p. 548)
•
Recommendations for loading (p. 597)
•
Driving with a trailer (p. 495)
•
Pilot Assist (p. 319)
•
Speed limiter (p. 296)
•
Emergency puncture repair kit (p. 583)
Winter driving
For winter driving it is important to perform cer-
tain checks of the car in order to ensure that it
can be driven safely.
Check the following in particular before the cold
season:
•
The engine coolant must contain 50% glycol.
This mixture protects the engine against
frost down to approx. -35°C (-31°F). To avoid
health risks, different types of glycol must not
be mixed.
•
The fuel tank must be kept filled to prevent
condensation.
•
Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with
lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate starting
in cold weather and also reduce fuel con-
sumption while the engine is cold.
IMPORTANT
Low viscosity oil must not be used for hard
driving or in hot weather.
•
The condition of the starter battery and
charge level must be inspected. Cold
weather places great demands on the starter
battery and its capacity is reduced by the
cold.
•
Use washer fluid with antifreeze to avoid ice
forming in the washer fluid reservoir.