Volvo XC90: Displays and voice control / Ambient temperature sensor
The ambient temperature is shown in the instrument panel.
The sensor detects the temperature outside the vehicle.
![Volvo XC90. Ambient temperature sensor](images/ambient_temperature_sensor-1516/1449/volvo_xc90_ambient_temperature_sensor_152.jpg)
Location of the ambient temperature sensor in 12"* and 8" instrument
panels. The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.
If the vehicle has been stationary, the sensor reading may be higher than the
actual temperature.
When the ambient temperature is
between –5 °C and +2 °C (23 °F and 36 °F), a snowflake symbol will illuminate to
alert the driver of the risk of slippery conditions.
The symbol is also temporarily lit in the headup display* if the vehicle is equipped
with one.
Change the measurement standard for the temperature sensor etc. via system settings
in the center display's Top view.
* Option/accessory.
The clock is displayed in both the instrument panel and the center display.
Location of clock
Location of clock in 12" * and 8" instrument panels. The illustration
is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model...
Indicator and warning symbols alert the driver that a function is active, that
a symbol is working, or that an error or serious fault has occurred.
Red symbols
A Canadian models...
Other information:
Settings for how the vehicle confirms locking and unlocking can be adjusted
in the center display's Settings menu.
To change the locking response settings:
Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap My Car Locking.
Tap Visible Locking Feedback to select when the vehicle should provide
a visible response:
Lock
Unlock
Both
Or turn off the function by marking Off ...
The vehicle has a flexible cargo compartment that makes it possible to carry
and secure large objects.
The cargo compartment capacity can be considerably increased by folding down
the backrests in the second and third rows* of seats. To make loading and unloading
easier, the rear section of the vehicle can be raised and lowered using the level
control function*...