Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine Plug-in Hybrid (2017 year). Manual - part 33

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Cleaning the interior

Only use cleaning agents and car care products
recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly and fol-
low the instructions included with the car care
product.

CAUTION

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Under no circumstances should gasoline,
naphtha or similar cleaning agents be
used on the plastic or the leather since
these can cause damage.

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Take extra care when removing stains
such as ink or lipstick since the coloring
can spread.

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Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent
can damage the seat padding.

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Start from the outside of the stain and
work toward the center.

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Sharp objects (e.g. pencils or pens in a
pocket) or Velcro fasteners on clothing
may damage the textile upholstery.

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Clothing that is not colorfast, such as
new jeans or suede garments, may stain
the upholstery.

Fabric upholstery and ceiling liner

Clean with soapy water or a detergent. For more
difficult spots caused by oil, ice cream, shoe pol-
ish, grease, etc., use a clothing/fabric stain
remover. Consult your Volvo retailer.

Leather

* care

Volvo's leather upholstery is manufactured with a
protectant to repel soiling. Over time, sunlight,
grease and dirt can break down the protection.
Staining, cracking, scuffing, and fading can result.

Volvo offers an easy-to-use, non-greasy leather
care kit formulated to clean and beautify your
vehicle's leather, and to renew the protective
qualities of its finish. The cleaner removes dirt
and oil buildup. The light cream protectant
restores a barrier against soil and sunlight.

Volvo also offers a special leather softener that
should be applied after the cleaner and protec-
tant. It leaves leather soft and smooth, and
reduces friction between leather and other fin-
ishes in the vehicle.

Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and con-
ditioning your vehicle's leather two to four times a
year. Ask your Volvo retailer about Leather Care
Kit 951 0251 and Leather Softener 943 7429.

Cleaning leather upholstery

1. Pour leather cleaner on a damp sponge and

squeeze it until the cleaner foams.

2. Apply the foam to the stain by moving the

sponge with circular movements.

3. Dampen the stain thoroughly with the

sponge. Let the sponge absorb the stain, do
not rub.

4. Dry the stain with soft paper towels or a

towel, and allow the leather to dry completely.

Protecting leather upholstery

1. Put a small amount of protectant cream on a

cloth and apply a thin coating of cream to the
upholstery with light circular movements.

2. Allow the leather to dry for 20 minutes.

This will help the leather resist staining and pro-
tect against sunlight's harmful UV rays.

Cleaning a leather-covered steering
wheel

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Remove soil, dust, etc., with a damp sponge
and a neutral soap solution.

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Leather should be allowed to breath. Never
cover the steering wheel with a plastic pro-
tector.

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Volvo recommends cleaning, protecting and
conditioning the steering wheel with Volvo's
Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather
Softener 943 7429.

If there are stains on the steering wheel:

Type 1 (ink, wine, coffee, milk, sweat or blood)

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Use a soft cloth or sponge. Wipe the wheel
with a solution with 5% ammonia. For blood
stains, mix approx. 1 cup (2 dl) of water and
one ounce (25g) of salt and wipe the stain.

Type 2 (fat, oil, sauces, or chocolate)

1. Same procedure as for type I stains.

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2. Finish by rubbing the wheel with absorbent

paper or a towel.

Type 3 (dry soil or dust)

1. Remove the soil/dust with a soft brush.

2. Same procedure as for type I stains.

CAUTION

Sharp objects, such as rings, could damage
the leather on the steering wheel.

Leather panels

Leather should be allowed to breath. Never cover
the upper side of the dashboard or door panels
with a plastic protector. Ask your Volvo retailer
about Leather Care Kit 951 0251 and Leather
Softener 943 7429.

Spots on interior plastic, metal, or wood
surfaces

Cleaning interior plastic components should be
done with a moist microfiber cloth. Consult your
Volvo retailer.

CAUTION

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Do not use cleaning agents with high
alcohol content such as washer fluid to
clean instrument panel glass.

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Never spray cleaning agents or water
directly onto components with electrical
buttons or controls. Clean components of
this type by applying the cleaning agent/
water sparingly to a cloth and wiping the
components so that no liquid penetrates
into these components.

Cleaning the seat belts

Clean only with lukewarm water and a mild soap
solution.

Cleaning floor mats

The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed
clean regularly, especially during winter when
they should be taken out for drying. Spots on tex-
tile mats can be removed with a mild detergent.
For best protection in winter, Volvo recommends
the use of Volvo rubber floor mats. Consult your
Volvo retailer.

WARNING

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Never use more than one floor mat at a
time on the driver's floor. Before driving,
remove the original mat from the driver's
seat floor before using any other type of
floor mat. Any mat used in this position
should be securely and properly anchored
in the attaching pins. An extra mat on the
driver's floor can cause the accelerator
and/or brake pedal to catch. Check that
the movement of these pedals is not
impeded.

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Volvo's floor mats are specially manufac-
tured for your car. They must be firmly
secured in the clips on the floor so that
they cannot slide and become trapped
under the pedals on the driver's side.

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Cleaning the center display (p. 552)

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Cleaning the center display

Marks, stains, etc., on the center display may
affect its performance and readability. Clean it
regularly with a microfiber cloth.

Center display's Home button

To clean the center display:

1. Turn off the display by pressing and holding

the Home button.

2. Wipe the screen clean with the microfiber

cloth provided or use a similar one, using a
small, circular motion. If necessary, moisten
the cloth slightly.

3. Reactivate the display by pressing the Home

button briefly.

CAUTION

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The microfiber cloth used should be free
of sand, dirt or anything abrasive that
might scratch the screen.

•

Do not use rough cloths, paper towels or
tissues that could scratch the screen.

•

When cleaning the center display, apply
only light pressure on the screen. Press-
ing too hard could cause damage.

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Do not spray any liquid or corrosive
chemicals directly on the screen. Do not
use window cleaning liquid, cleaning
agents (particularly ones containing abra-
sives), sprays, solvents, alcohol or ammo-
nia to clean the screen.

Related information

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Cleaning the interior (p. 550)

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Center display overview (p. 33)

Corrosion protection

Your vehicle is constructed with effective protec-
tion against corrosion.

Inspection and maintenance

The corrosion protection does not normally
require maintenance but keeping the vehicle
clean helps prevent the onset of corrosion. The
use of strong alkaline or acidic cleaning fluids
should always be avoided on shiny body compo-
nents. Any stone chips in the paint should be
touched up as soon as possible.

Related information

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Paint damage (p. 553)

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Touching up paint damage (p. 554)

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Paint damage

Paint damage requires immediate attention to
avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish
regularly, for instance washing the vehicle.
Touch-up if necessary.

Paint repairs require special equipment and skill.
Contact your Volvo retailer for any extensive dam-
age.

Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo
touch-up paint.

Color code

Sample color code (1): US models

Sample color code (1): Canadian models

Make sure you have the right color. See also the
article "Label information" for the location of this
label.

Minor stone chips and scratches

Material:

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Primer – can

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Paint – touch-up pen

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Brush

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Masking tape

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Emery cloth

If the stone chip has not gone down to the bare
metal and an undamaged color coat remains, you
can add paint immediately after removing dirt.

NOTE

When touching up the vehicle, it should be
clean and dry. The surface temperature
should be above 60 °F (15 °C).

Related information

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Label information (p. 558)

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Touching up paint damage (p. 554)

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Touching up paint damage

Stone chips or other minor paint damage can be
repaired by the vehicle's owner.

Repairing stone chips

1. Place a strip of masking tape over the dam-

aged surface. Pull the tape off so that any
loose flakes of paint adhere to it.

2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a

small brush.

3. When the primer surface is dry, the paint can

be applied using a brush. Mix the paint thor-
oughly; apply several thin paint coats and let
dry after each application.

4. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to

protect surrounding paint by masking it off

5. After a few days, polish the touched-up

areas. Use a soft rag and a small amount of
polish.

Related information

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Paint damage (p. 553)

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Cleaning the exterior (p. 547)

Polishing and waxing

Normally, polishing is not required during the
first year after delivery, however, waxing may be
beneficial.

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Before applying polish or wax the vehicle
must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be
removed with kerosene or tar remover. Diffi-
cult spots may require a fine rubbing com-
pound.

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After polishing use liquid or paste wax.

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Several commercially available products con-
tain both polish and wax.

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Waxing alone does not substitute for polish-
ing a dull surface.

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A wide range of polymer-based waxes can
be purchased today. These waxes are easy to
use and produce a long-lasting, high-gloss
finish that protects the bodywork against oxi-
dation, road dirt and fading.

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Do not polish or wax your vehicle in direct
sunlight (the surface of the vehicle should
not be warmer than 113 °F (45 °C).

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Location of labels

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List of labels

Vehicle Emission Control Information. (A)
US models, (B) Canadian models. Your Volvo
is designed to meet all applicable emission
standards, as evidenced by the certification
label on the underside of the hood. For fur-
ther information regarding these regulations,
please consult your Volvo retailer.
Engine oil. This label contains the recom-
mended engine oil specifications.
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The
VIN plate is located on the top left surface of
the dashboard. The Vehicle Identification
Number (VIN) should always be quoted in all
correspondence concerning your vehicle with
the retailer and when ordering parts.
Tire inflation pressures. This label indicates
the correct inflation pressures for the tires
that were on the vehicle when it left the fac-
tory.

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards
(FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Minis-
try of Transport (CMVSS) standards
(Canada). Your Volvo is designed to meet all
applicable safety standards, as evidenced by
the certification label on the driver's side B-
pillar (the structural member at the side of
the vehicle, at the rear of the driver's door
opening). This label also includes codes for
paint color, etc. For further information regar-
ding these regulations, please consult your
Volvo retailer. U.S. models have the upper
decal; Canadian models have the lower one.

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Dimensions

The following table lists your vehicle's most
important dimensions.

Dimension

In.

(mm)

Ground clearance
(curb weight + 2
people)

8.9 (227)

Wheelbase

117.5 (2984)

Length

194.9 (4950)

Dimension

In.

(mm)

Load length, floor,
seatback down

80.3 (2040)

49.6 (1260)

Load length, floor

21.8 (554)

30.0/35.4

(761/898)

Height

69.9 (1776)

Dimension

In.

(mm)

Load height

32.1 (816)

Track, front (models
without pneumatic
suspension)

65.9 (1673)

65.6 (1665)

Track, front (models
with pneumatic
suspension)

66.0 (1676)

65.7 (1668)

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Dimension

In.

(mm)

Track, rear (models
without pneumatic
suspension)

65.8 (1675)

66.1 (1667)

Track, rear (models
with pneumatic
suspension)

66.1 (1679)

65.8 (1671)

Load width, floor

46.9 (1192)

Width

75.7 (1923)

76.0 (1931)

77.1 (1958)

Width incl. door
mirrors (folded out)

84.3 (2140)

Width incl. door
mirrors (folded in)

79.1 (2008)

Varies slightly depending on tire size, chassis options, etc.

Not 4-seat models

From the second row of seats

4-seat models

Models with 20, 21 and 22 in. wheels.

Models with 18 and 19 in. wheels.

Chassis width.

Width on models with 18 and 19 in. wheels.

Width on models with 20, 21 and 22 in. wheels.

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Weights

The following table lists important weight data
for your vehicle.

Category

USA

Canada

Max. trailer weights

Without brakes: 1,650 lbs

With brakes (AWD): 5,000 lbs

With brakes (FWD): 4,000 lbs

Without brakes: 750 kg

With brakes (AWD): 2,250 kg

With brakes (FWD): 1,800 kg

Max. tongue weight

AWD: 500 lbs

FWD: 400 lbs

AWD: 225 kg

FWD: 180 kg

CAUTION

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When loading the vehicle, the maximum
gross vehicle weight and permissible axle
weights may not be exceeded.

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The maximum trailer weights listed are
only applicable for altitudes up to 3280 ft
(1,000 m) above sea level. With increas-
ing altitude the engine power and there-
fore the car's climbing ability are impaired
because of the reduced air density, so
the maximum trailer weight has to be
reduced accordingly. The weight of the
car and trailer must be reduced by 10%
for every further 3280 ft (1,000 m) (or
part thereof).

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Air conditioning refrigerant

The air conditioning system in your car contains
a CFC-free refrigerant.

A/C decal

R134a decal

Refrigerant

Weight

Type

2.35 lbs (1070 g)

R134a

WARNING

The air conditioning system contains R134a
refrigerant under pressure. Service and
repairs may only be carried out by a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.

Compressor oil

Volume

Type

4.0 fl. oz. (120 ml)

PAG SP-A2

Evaporator

The A/C system' s evaporator may never be
repaired or replaced with a previously used evap-
orator. A new evaporator must be certified and
marked according to SAE J2842.

Related information

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Climate system service (p. 511)

Hybrid battery specifications

The hybrid battery is used to power the electric
motor for the rear wheels when the gasoline
engine is not being used.

Type: lithium-ion

Power reserve: 9.2 kWh

NOTE

The capacity of the hybrid battery diminishes
somewhat with age and use, which could
result in increased use of the gasoline engine
and consequently, slightly higher fuel con-
sumption.

Related information

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Hybrid battery (p. 515)

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Charging the hybrid battery (p. 413)

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Brake fluid specification and volume

Brake fluid transfers braking force when the
brake pedal is depressed to the master cylinder
and to the slave cylinders on each wheel.

Topping up or replacing brake fluid should only
be done by a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician.

Specification: Volvo Original Standard DOT 4 or
equivalent

Related information

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Engine compartment overview (p. 540)

Coolant specifications and volumes

Coolant volumes and specifications.

Specification: Coolant with corrosion inhibitor
mixed with water (50/50 mix), see packaging.

Consult a Volvo retailer if you are uncertain.

Different types of coolant should not be mixed to
help avoid health risks.

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Engine specifications

The following table provides technical data for
the respective engines. Engine specifications for
Special Edition vehicles may vary.

Not all engines listed here are available in all
markets.

Specification

Engine designation

B4204T28

Output (kW/rps)

233/100

Output (hp/rpm)

313/6000

Torque (Nm/rps)

400/37–90

Torque (ft. lbs./rpm)

295/2200–5400

No. of cylinders

Electric motor

Max. power:87/7000 (65 kW/117).

Torque: 240 Nm/0-50 rpm.

Related information

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Engine oil specifications and volume
(p. 568)

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Coolant specifications and volumes (p. 566)

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Engine oil specifications and

volume

Full synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum
ACEA A5/B5 must be used. Lower quality oils
may not offer the same fuel economy, engine
performance, or engine protection.

Volvo recommends:

Refer to the warranty and Service Records infor-
mation booklet for information on oil change
intervals and oil type requirements.

NOTE

This vehicle comes from the factory with syn-
thetic oil.

Oil additives must not be used.

Oil viscosity

Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life
under normal use. SAE 5W-30 will provide good
fuel economy and engine protection. See the vis-
cosity chart.

Viscosity chart

Extreme engine operation

Volvo oil VCC RBS0-2AE/SAE 0W20 is recom-
mended for extreme driving conditions.

Oil volume

The oil volume for the engine is:

6.2 US qts (5.9 liters).

Related information

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Checking and refilling engine oil (p. 542)

Fuel tank volume

The fuel tank's volume is shown below.

The fuel tank's refillable volume is approx. 13.2
US gallons (50 liters).