Volvo XC90: Climate control / Activating and deactivating max defroster
Max defroster is used to quickly remove condensation and ice from windows.
Max defroster deactivates automatic climate control and air recirculation, activates
the air conditioning, and changes blower speed to 5 and temperature to
HI.
NOTE
The volume increases when the blower speed is changed to 5.
When max defroster is deactivated, the climate system reverts to the previous
settings.
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center console
A button in the center console offers quick access to the max defroster.

Button in center console.
- Tap the button.
- Max defroster is activated/deactivated and the button lights up/goes
out.
Activating and deactivating max defroster from the center display
Tap the symbol in the center
of the climate bar to open Climate view in the center display.
Tap Max.
- Max defroster is activated/deactivated and the button lights up/goes
out.
The climate system's recirculation function helps shut out smog, smoke, exhaust
fumes, etc. by reusing the air in the passenger compartment.
When the recirculation timer is activated, air recirculation will switch off
automatically after 20 minutes...
The heated rear window and door mirrors are used to quickly remove condensation
and ice from the glass.
Activating and deactivating the heated rear window and door mirrors from the
center console
A button in the center console offers quick access to the heated rear window
and door mirrors functions...
Other information:
(Option/accessory.)
Select the drive mode that is adapted to the current driving conditions.
The drive mode is changed using the control in the tunnel console.
Keep in mind that not all drive modes are available in all situations.
To change drive mode:
Press the DRIVE MODE control...
Polish and wax the vehicle when the paint is dull or to provide extra protection.
The vehicle does not need to be polished until it is at least a year old. However,
it can be waxed during the first year. Do not polish or wax the vehicle in direct
sunlight...