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In

B

position the steering wheel paddles are

automatically activated.

Driver display when changing gear with steering

wheel paddles in manual gearshift mode.

Activating the steering wheel paddles
in position D

To be able to change gear with the steering
wheel paddles, they must be activated:

–

Pull one of the paddles toward the steer-
ing wheel.
> A figure in the driver display indicates

current gear.

Driver display when changing gear with steering

wheel paddles.

Deactivating the steering wheel
paddles in position D

Manual deactivation

–

Pull the right-hand paddle (

+

) toward the

steering wheel and hold in place until the
number in the driver display extinguishes.
> The gearbox returns to position

D

.

Automatic deactivation

The steering wheel paddles are deactivated
after a short time if they are not used. This is
indicated by means of the figure for the cur-
rent gear extinguishing. The exception is dur-
ing engine braking - then the paddles are acti-
vated for as long as engine braking is in pro-
gress.

Related information

•

Automatic gearbox (p. 444)

•

Changing gear with automatic gearbox
(p. 445)

•

Gear shift indicator (p. 449)

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Gear selector inhibitor

The gear selector inhibitor prevents acciden-
tal changing between different gear positions
in an automatic gearbox.

Automatic gear selector inhibitor

The automatic gear selector inhibitor has spe-
cial safety systems.

From park position – P or neutral position –
N

In order to move the gear selector from

P

or

N

position to another gear position, the brake
pedal must be depressed and the ignition
position must be

II

. For some gearbox vari-

ants, the engine must be running.

If the gear selector is in the

N

position and the

car has been stationary for at least 3 seconds
(irrespective of whether the engine is running)
then the gear selector is locked.

Message in the driver display

If the gear selector is inhibited a message is
shown in the driver display e.g.

Gear lever

Press brake pedal to activate gear lever

.

The gear selector is not inhibited mechanically.

Related information

•

Automatic gearbox (p. 444)

•

Changing gear with automatic gearbox
(p. 445)

Kick-down function

Kick-down can be used when maximum
acceleration is needed such as for overtaking.

When the accelerator pedal is pressed all the
way to the floor (beyond the position normally
regarded as full acceleration) a lower gear is
immediately engaged. This is known as kick-
down.

If the accelerator is released from the kick-
down position, the gearbox automatically
changes up.

Safety function

To prevent over-revving of the engine, the
gearbox control program has a protective
downshift inhibitor.

The gearbox does not permit downshifting/
kick-down which would result in an engine
speed high enough to damage the engine.
Nothing happens if the driver still tries to shift
down in this way at high engine speed – the
original gear remains engaged.

On kick-down the car can shift down one or
more steps at a time, depending in engine
speed. The car shifts up when the engine has
reached is maximum engine speed in order to
prevent engine damage.

Related information

•

Automatic gearbox (p. 444)

Launch function

*

Launch can be used when maximum acceler-
ation is required from stationary. The function
is available in the following drive modes:

Hybrid

,

Constant AWD

,

Power

and

Individual

.

Activate Launch

Make sure the car is stationary and the wheels
are pointing straight forward.

1. Move to gear position

D

.

2. Depress the brake pedal fully.

3. Then fully depress the accelerator pedal.

4. Release the brake pedal within 2 seconds.

NOTE

If the Launch function does not work, wait
a few minutes and let the drivetrain cool
down to working temperature before retry-
ing.

IMPORTANT

The drivetrain is subject to wear and tear
when using Launch and therefore the func-
tion is only available a limited number of
times.

Related information

•

Automatic gearbox (p. 444)

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Symbols and messages for

automatic gearbox

If a fault should occur in the gearbox, a sym-
bol and a message are shown in the driver
display.

IMPORTANT

To prevent damage to any drive system
components, the working temperature of
the gearbox is checked. If there is a risk of
overheating, a warning symbol illuminates
in the driver display and a text message is
shown - follow the recommendation given.

Symbol Specification

An error has occurred in the
transmission.

Read the message in the driver
display.

Hot or overheated gearbox.

Read the message in the driver
display.

Temporary fault on drivetrain.

Read the message in the driver
display.

Related information

•

Automatic gearbox (p. 444)

Gear shift indicator

The gear shift indicator in the driver display
shows the current gear during manual gear-
shifting and when it is appropriate to engage
the next gear for optimum fuel economy.

For eco-driving during manual gear changing,
it is important to drive in the right gear and to
change gear in good time.

Gear shift indicator in the driver display

5

.

The gear shift indicator is shown in gear posi-
tion

B

. The gear shift indicator shows the cur-

rent gear in the driver display and indicates
recommended shifting to a higher gear by a
flashing plus sign.

Related information

•

Automatic gearbox (p. 444)

Drive systems

The car combines an internal combustion
engine with an electric motor.

Two drive systems

Depending on the driver-selected drive mode
and available electric energy, the two drive
systems can be used either individually or in
parallel.

The electric motor is supplied its energy from
a hybrid battery fitted in the tunnel console.
The hybrid battery can be charged in a wall
socket, or in a special charging station.

Both the internal combustion engine and elec-
tric motor can generate motive force directly
to the wheels. An advanced control system
combines the properties of both drive systems
in order to provide optimum driving economy.

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Hybrid battery - The function of the hybrid
battery is to store energy. This receives
energy by charging from the power grid or
by means of regenerative braking. It pro-
vides energy for electric operation as well
as for temporarily operating the electric air
conditioning during the preconditioning of
the passenger compartment.
Internal combustion engine - The internal
combustion engine starts when the
energy level in the hybrid battery is insuffi-
cient for the engine power that the driver
requests.
Super condenser – Provides energy to
start the car, which saves the regular 12 V
battery.
Electric motor - Powers the car in electric
operation. If necessary, provides extra tor-

que and power during acceleration. Recy-
cles brake energy to electrical energy.

Related information

•

General information on electric drive
(p. 408)

•

Starting and stopping the combustion
engine (p. 450)

•

Drive modes (p. 451)

•

Gearbox (p. 444)

Starting and stopping the

combustion engine

An advanced control system determines the
extent to which the car is driven on internal
combustion engine, electric motor or both in
parallel. During electric operation, the car
may sometimes need to start the internal
combustion engine automatically due to
external circumstances, e.g. in low outside
temperatures, which is completely normal. In
addition, the internal combustion engine
always starts when the hybrid battery rea-
ches its lowest state of charge.

Climate settings at low temperatures

In low outside temperatures, the internal com-
bustion engine sometimes starts automatically
in order to achieve the desired passenger
compartment temperature and air quality. The
amount of time that the internal combustion
engine runs can be affected by

•

lowering the temperature

•

reducing the fan strength

•

activating drive mode

Pure

.

Electric operation in low or high
temperatures

In low or high outside temperatures, the car's
range and output for electric operation may be

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reduced and affect how often the internal
combustion engine is started automatically.

Emission control

To ensure that emission control operates as
energy-efficiently as possible, the internal
combustion engine must be run for several
minutes once it has been started. The duration
of the internal combustion engine's running
time varies depending on the temperature of
the catalytic converter.

Related information

•

Drive systems (p. 449)

•

Economical driving (p. 456)

•

Range (p. 457)

•

Drive modes (p. 451)

Drive modes

Selection of drive mode affects the car's driv-
ing characteristics in order to enhance the
driving experience and facilitate driving in
special situations.

Using the drive modes it is possible to quickly
have access to the car's numerous functions
and settings for different driving needs. Each
drive mode is adapted to provide optimum
driving characteristics:

•

Steering

•

Engine/gearbox

•

Brakes

•

Shock absorption

•

Driver display

•

Climate settings

Select the drive mode adapted for the current
driving conditions. Remember that not all
drive modes are available in all situations.

Selectable drive modes

WARNING

Remember that the car does not emit any

engine noise when it is only powered by

the electric motor and may therefore be

difficult to notice by children, pedestrians,

cyclists and animals. This applies in partic-

ular at low speeds such as in car parks.

WARNING

Do not leave the car in an unventilated area

with activated drive mode and the fuel-

driven engine switched off - automatic

engine start occurs at low energy level in

the hybrid battery, and the exhaust gases

could then cause serious injury to people

and animals.

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Hybrid

•

This is the car's normal mode where the
electric motor and internal combustion
engine work together.

When the car starts, it is in the

Hybrid

mode.

The control system uses both the electric
motor and internal combustion engine – indi-
vidually or in parallel – and adapts use with
regard to performance, fuel consumption and
comfort. The capacity to run solely with the
electric motor depends on the hybrid battery's
energy level and, for example, the need for
heating or cooling in the passenger compart-
ment.

If high power output is available, it is possible
to drive with electrical power alone. When the
accelerator pedal is depressed, only the elec-
tric motor is activated until a certain position is
reached. The internal combustion engine
starts when this position is exceeded and the
energy level in the battery is insufficient for the
engine power that the driver requests with the
accelerator pedal.

At low energy level (hybrid battery almost
empty) the battery's energy level must be
maintained, leading to the internal combustion
engine starting more often. Charge the hybrid
battery from a 230 VAC socket with the
charging cable, or activate

Charge

in the func-

tion view in order to restore the capacity to
run on electricity alone.

The drive mode is designed for low energy
consumption with a mix of the electric motor
and the internal combustion engine, without
compromising the climate comfort and driving
experience. When higher acceleration is
required, maximum additional power from the
electric drive line is used.

Information in the driver display

When driving in hybrid mode the driver display
shows a hybrid gauge. The pointer in the
hybrid gauge indicates how much energy the
driver requests with the accelerator pedal. The
marking between the lightning bolt and the
drop shows how much energy is available.

The driver display for propulsion with both the elec-

tric motor and internal combustion engine.

The driver display also shows when
energy is returned to the battery
(regenerated) during light braking.

Pure

•

Drive the car with electric motor, with
energy consumption as low as possible
and with lowest possible carbon dioxide
emissions.

The drive mode prioritises driving on the
hybrid battery. This means, for example, that
the output of certain climate settings is
reduced to provide the longest possible mile-
age on electric power alone.

The

Pure

mode is available when the hybrid

battery has a sufficiently high energy level. The
internal combustion engine also starts in the

Pure

mode if the energy level in the battery

falls too low. The internal combustion engine
also starts

•

if the speed exceeds 125 km/h (78 mph)

•

if the driver requests more motive force
than electric drive can provide

•

in the event of system/component limita-
tions e.g. low outside temperature.

NOTE

The internal combustion engine may start
temporarily in certain driving situations
when the

Pure

drive mode is in use. This is

in order to provide the wheels with the
desired torque in driving situations that
require higher load, e.g. when driving with
a trailer or on an uphill gradient.

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The drive mode is adapted for maximum range
with electric propulsion and especially devel-
oped for urban traffic.

Pure

means lowest

combustion even when the hybrid battery is
empty.

ECO climate control

In the

Pure

drive mode, eco climate control is

activated automatically in the passenger com-
partment in order to reduce energy consump-
tion.

NOTE

When the

Pure

drive mode is activated,

several parameters in the climate control
system's settings are changed, and several
electricity consumer functions are reduced.
Certain settings can be reset manually, but
full functionality is only regained by leaving

Pure

drive mode or adapting

Individual

drive mode with full climate functionality.

In the event of difficulties due to misting,
press the button for max. defroster which has
normal functionality.

Power

•

The car has sportier characteristics and
faster response to accelerating.

The drive mode adapts the combined output
of the internal combustion engine and electric

motor. The gear changes become faster and
more distinct, and the gearbox prioritises a
gear with greater traction. Steering response
is faster and shock absorption is harder.
The drive mode is adapted for maximum per-
formance and response on acceleration. It
changes the internal combustion engine's
accelerator pedal response, gear shift pattern
and boost pressure system. Chassis settings,
steering and brake response are also as good
as possible.

Power

drive mode is always avail-

able regardless of the battery's state of
charge.

The

Power

mode is also available in the

Polestar Engineered

version

*

.

Individual

•

Adapting a drive mode according to indi-
vidual preferences.

Select a drive mode to start from, and then
adjust the settings according to the desired
driving characteristics. These settings are
saved in an individual driver profile.

An individual drive mode is only available if it is
first activated in the centre display.

Settings view

6

for individual drive mode.

1. Press

Settings

in the top view.

2. Press

My Car

Individual Drive Mode

and select

Individual Drive Mode

.

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3. In

Presets

, select a drive mode to start

from:

Pure

,

Hybrid

,

Power

or

Polestar

Engineered

*

.

Possible adjustments apply to settings for:

•

Driver Display

•

Steering Force

•

Powertrain Characteristics

•

Brake Characteristics

•

Suspension Control

•

ECO Climate

Using the electric motor or internal
combustion engine

An advanced control system determines the
extent to which the car is driven on internal
combustion engine, electric motor or both in
parallel.

The primary function is to use the engine or
motor and the available energy in the hybrid
battery as efficiently as possible, with regard
to the characteristics of the different drive
modes as well as the driver's request for
power via the accelerator pedal.

There are also cases where temporary limita-
tions in the system, or functions governed by
legal requirements aimed at maintaining a low
level of total emissions for the car, may use
the internal combustion engine to a greater
extent.

Related information

•

Changing drive mode (p. 454)

•

Range (p. 457)

•

Energy distribution using map data

*

(p. 455)

•

Hybrid gauge (p. 80)

•

General information on electric drive
(p. 408)

•

Regenerative braking

*

(p. 443)

Changing drive mode

Select the drive mode adapted for the current
driving conditions.

Change the drive mode using the button in
the centre console.

Remember that not all drive modes are availa-
ble in all situations.

To change drive mode:

1. Press the

DRIVE MODE

button.

> A pop-up menu is opened in the centre

display with the active drive mode high-
lighted.

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2. Select the drive mode in one of two ways:

•

Tap the desired drive mode directly on
the touchscreen to select and activate
the drive mode.

•

Press the

DRIVE MODE

button again

to move the cursor to the desired drive
mode. The selected drive mode is acti-
vated after a short delay.

Related information

•

Drive modes (p. 451)

Energy distribution using map

data

*

In the driving position

Hybrid

the car is pow-

ered by both the electric motor and the inter-
nal combustion engine. If a destination has
been selected in the navigation system

*

, the

Predictive Efficiency

7

function distributes the

electric energy consumption along the whole
driving distance using the map data.

Fuel consumption can then be reduced com-
pared with normal hybrid drive when the car is
first driven on electricity, to then change over
to being driven by the internal combustion
engine when the hybrid battery has been dis-
charged.

Function

If the distance to the selected destination is
greater than the estimated range when run-
ning on electricity, this function distributes the
electric energy for consumption that is as
energy-efficient as possible for the entire dis-
tance to be travelled. This makes it possible to
avoid situations where normal hybrid drive
would otherwise use a large proportion of the
electric energy, for example, to run electric
drive at high speed on a motorway and then
use the internal combustion engine at low
speed in urban driving.

The greatest fuel saving is achieved when

•

the distance to be travelled begins with
driving on a motorway

•

the distance to be travelled is between 50
and 100 km (30 and 60 miles)

•

the hybrid battery is fully charged at the
beginning.

Conditions for the function

For the function to work requires that a num-
ber of conditions are met:

•

A destination is set in the navigation sys-
tem and the driving distance to the desti-
nation is longer than the range possible
only on electric drive.

•

Hybrid

drive mode is selected.

•

The

Hold

and

Charge

functions are deac-

tivated.

•

The hybrid battery is charged.

Tips for use

If the car is used for commuting to work and it
is not possible to charge the car at the place of
work, specify the place of work as an inter-
mediate destination and your home as the
final destination. The discharging of the hybrid
battery will then take place over your runs
both to and from work.

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Certain markets only.

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Add similar commuting routes, i.e. the route
between two charging points, as

Favourites

in the navigation system to facilitate arrival.

Related information

•

Regenerative braking

*

(p. 443)

•

Drive modes (p. 451)

•

Range (p. 457)

Economical driving

To achieve the longest possible range, the
driver should plan driving and adapt driving
style and speed to the prevailing situation.

Before driving

•

Precondition the car before driving if pos-
sible using the charging cable connected
to the mains power circuit.

•

If preconditioning is not possible when it
is cold outside, use seat heating and steer-
ing wheel heating first of all. Avoid warm-
ing up the whole of the interior which
takes energy from the hybrid battery.

•

Choice of tyres and tyre pressure can
affect energy consumption - seek advice
on suitable tyres from an authorised Volvo
dealer.

•

Remove unnecessary items from the car -
the greater the load the higher the con-
sumption.

While driving

•

Activate drive mode

Pure

.

•

Activate the

Hold

function at higher

speeds during journeys that are longer
than the range of the electricity.

•

If possible, avoid using the

Charge

func-

tion to charge the hybrid battery.

•

Drive at a steady speed and keep a good
distance to other vehicles and objects in
order to avoid braking.

•

The hybrid battery is recharged during
braking by braking gently with the brake
pedal.

•

High speed results in increased energy
consumption since the wind resistance
increases with speed.

•

In a cold climate, reduce electrical heating
of windows, mirrors, seats and steering
wheel, if possible.

•

Avoid driving with open windows.

•

Do not hold the car stationary on a hill
with the accelerator pedal. Instead, acti-
vate the function for braking when station-
ary.

•

If possible, deactivate the climate control
while driving a short distance after pre-
conditioning.

After driving

•

If possible, park in an acclimated garage
with charging facilities.

Related information

•

Regenerative braking

*

(p. 443)

•

Range (p. 457)

•

Checking tyre pressure (p. 554)

•

Show trip statistics in the centre display
(p. 85)

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•

Automatic braking when stationary
(p. 441)

•

Hold and Charge (p. 458)

Range

The car's range depends on several factors.
The ability to achieve a long range varies
according to the circumstances and condi-
tions under which the car is being driven.

The certified value for the car's mileage should
not be interpreted as an expected range. The
certified value should primarily be used to
compare different cars and is obtained during
special test cycles.

Range in the driver display

When the car is delivered from the factory, or
after a factory reset, the range is based on the
certified value

When the car has been driven for a while, the
range is based on historical driving patterns.
The amount of history used depends on the
battery's state of charge. Therefore, the less

charge there is in the hybrid battery, the faster
the range adapts to a changed driving pattern.

Factors that affect the range

In addition to historical trip data, there are sev-
eral different factors that affect the range. The
longest range is achieved under extremely
favourable conditions when all factors have a
positive impact.

Examples of factors that affect the range:

•

speed

•

climate settings

•

topography

•

preconditioning

•

tyres and tyre pressure

•

traffic situation

•

temperature and weather

•

road conditions.

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Range based on speed and outside
temperature

20 °C (68 °F) outside temperature and
passenger compartment climate Off.
20 °C (68 °F) outside temperature and
passenger compartment climate On.
35 °C (95 °F) outside temperature and
passenger compartment climate On.
-10 °C (14 °F) outside temperature and
passenger compartment climate On.

The graph shows the approximate relationship
between constant speed and range, where a
lower constant speed has a positive effect on
range.

A higher outside temperature and deactivated
climate control are also more beneficial for the
range.

Related information

•

Show trip statistics in the centre display
(p. 85)

•

Checking tyre pressure (p. 554)

Hold and Charge

In some situations, it can be useful to be able
to control the hybrid battery's state of charge
while driving is in progress. This is possible
with the functions

Hold

and

Charge

.

Hold

and

Charge

are available in all drive

modes. The functions are cancelled if

Pure

drive mode is activated.

Activating Hold and Charge

The functions are activated in the centre dis-
play's function view.

Hold

Battery level sustained for
later use

.

The function maintains the
charge in the hybrid battery
for electric drive and saves
available electricity for later

use e.g. for driving in an urban environment.

The car works as for normal hybrid operation
with discharged battery where, in addition to
re-using brake-generated energy, for example,
the car starts the internal combustion engine
more often in order to maintain the charge in
the battery.

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Charge

Engine charges hybrid
battery

.

The function charges the
hybrid battery with assis-
tance from the internal com-
bustion engine for using

increased electric operation at a later time.

Symbols in the driver display

The symbol

is shown in the hybrid battery

gauge when Hold is activated.

The symbol

is shown in the hybrid battery

gauge when Charge is activated.

Related information

•

Range (p. 457)

•

Hybrid gauge (p. 80)

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 care-
fully.

Check that

•

the engine is working normally and that
fuel consumption is normal

•

there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)

•

braking effect on braking works as
intended

•

the tyres have sufficient tread depth and
pressure. Change to winter tyres when
driving 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. 554)

•

Fuel consumption and CO

2

emissions

(p. 662)

•

Filling washer fluid (p. 645)

•

Winter driving (p. 460)

•

Economical driving (p. 456)

•

Settings for car modem

*

(p. 532)

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•

Recommendations for loading (p. 582)

•

Driving with a trailer (p. 473)

•

Pilot Assist

*

(p. 309)

•

Speed limiter (p. 289)

•

Emergency puncture repair kit (p. 568)

Winter driving

For winter driving it is important to perform
certain 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 pre-
vent condensation.

•

Engine oil viscosity is important. Oils with
lower viscosity (thinner oils) facilitate star-
ting in cold weather and also reduce fuel
consumption while the engine is cold.

•

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.

See the separate section for engine oil recom-
mendations.

Slippery driving conditions

To achieve optimum roadholding Volvo recom-
mends using winter tyres on all wheels if there
is a risk of snow or ice.

NOTE

The use of winter tyres is a legal require-
ment in certain countries. Studded tyres
are not permitted in all countries.

Practise driving on slippery surfaces under
controlled conditions to learn how the car
reacts.

Related information

•

Engine oil — specifications (p. 657)

•

Winter tyres (p. 567)

•

Snow chains (p. 567)

•

Braking on gritted roads (p. 437)

•

Braking on wet roads (p. 437)

•

Filling washer fluid (p. 645)

•

Starter battery (p. 606)

•

Replacing windscreen wiper blades
(p. 643)

•

Replacing the wiper blade, rear window
(p. 642)

•

Topping up coolant (p. 604)

•

Adverse driving conditions for engine oil
(p. 658)

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Driving in water

Wading means the car being driven through
water e.g. on a flooded road. Driving in water
must be performed with great caution.

Observe the following to prevent damage to
the car when driving through water:

•

The water level must not be higher than
the floor of the car. If possible, check the
depth at the deepest point before starting
to drive through the water. Extra caution
should be exercised when passing
through flowing water.

•

Do not drive faster than walking pace.

•

Do not stop the car in the water. Drive for-
ward carefully or reverse the car back out
of the water.

•

Remember that waves created by oncom-
ing traffic may rise above the level for the
floor of the car.

•

Avoid driving through salt water (corrosion
risk).

IMPORTANT

Parts of the car (e.g. engine, gearbox,
driveline or electrical components) may be
damaged when driving through water with
a level higher than the floor of the car.
Damaged caused to a component caused
by submersion, hydrolock or lack of oil is
not covered by the warranty.

In the event of stalling in water, do not try
to restart. Instead, tow the car out of the
water and transported on a low loader to a
workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop
is recommended.

When the water has been passed, depress the
brake pedal lightly and check that full brake
function is achieved. Water and mud for
example can make the brake linings wet
resulting in delayed brake function.

If necessary, clean the contact for the trailer
coupling after driving in water and mud.

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Recovery (p. 480)

Opening and closing the fuel filler

flap

The fuel filler flap is unlocked by pressing a
button on the instrument panel.

In the driver display, the
arrow next to the tank symbol
indicates which side of the
car the fuel filler flap is
located.

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STARTING AND DRIVING

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1. Press the button on the instrument panel.

> Pressure equalisation of the fuel tank

involves a certain delay in opening the
flap. The message

Fuel tank

Fuel filler

cap open

is shown in the driver dis-

play, and then

Fuel tank

Ready for

refuelling

in the driver display. If the

internal combustion engine is switched
on when the button is pressed, it is
generally switched off and the car
switches to electric mode.

NOTE

After the fuel filler flap has been opened,
refuelling must take place within about 15
minutes. After this, the valve that was
opened by pressing the button to open the
fuel filler cap is closed, and it is no longer
possible to refuel because the pump nozzle
cuts out.

If the valve is closed before refuelling is
complete - press the button again and wait
until the driver display shows the message

Fuel tank

Ready for refuelling

.

2. After refuelling is finished - close the flap

with a gentle press.

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Filling fuel (p. 462)

Filling fuel

The fuel tank is fitted with a coverless fuel
filler system.

Refuelling the car at a petrol station

It is important to feed the pump nozzle past the filler

pipe's two openable hatches before starting to fuel

the car.