Volvo XC90 2015-2026 Owners Manual / Key, locks and alarm / Arming and disarming the alarm

Volvo XC90: Key, locks and alarm / Arming and disarming the alarm

The alarm is armed when the vehicle is locked and disarmed when the vehicle is unlocked. The alarm can also be disarmed without a functioning key.

Arming and disarming the alarm

The alarm is armed when the vehicle is locked and disarmed when the vehicle is unlocked.

Disarming the alarm without a functioning remote key

The vehicle can be unlocked and disarmed even if the remote key is not functioning e.g. if the battery is discharged.

  1. Open the driver's door using the detachable key blade.
    • This will trigger the alarm.

    Volvo XC90. Arming and disarming the alarm

    Location of the backup key reader in the cup holder.

  2. Place the remote key on the key symbol in the backup reader in the tunnel console's cup holder.
  3. Turn the start knob clockwise and release.
    • The alarm will be disarmed.

Turning off a triggered alarm

  • Press the unlock button on the remote key or put the ignition into mode I by turning the start knob clockwise and then releasing it.

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      Volvo XC90. Distance Alert

      Symbol for Distance Alert on the windshield with head-up display

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