Volvo XC90: Driver support / BLIS limitations
BLIS1 functionality may be reduced in certain situations.

Keep the marked area clean (on both the left and right sides
of the vehicle)2.
Examples of limitations:
- Dirt, ice and snow covering the sensors may reduce functionality and prevent
the system from providing warnings.
- The BLIS function is automatically deactivated if a trailer, bicycle holder
or similar is connected to the vehicle's electrical system.
- For BLIS to function effectively, bicycle holders, luggage racks or similar
should not be mounted on the vehicle's towbar.
WARNING
- BLIS does not work in sharp curves.
- BLIS does not work when the vehicle is being reversed.
NOTE
The function uses the vehicle's radar sensors, which have certain general
limitations.
1 Blind Spot Information
2 Note: This illustration is general and details may
vary depending on model.
The BLIS1 function can be activated or deactivated.
Activate or deactivate the function
using this button in the center display's Function view.
GREEN button indicator light – the function is activated...
A number of messages related to BLIS1 may be displayed in the instrument
panel. Several examples are provided below.
A An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended...
Other information:
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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...
The SiriusXM® Satellite system broadcasts from of a number of high elevation
satellites in geosynchronous orbit.
Listening to satellite radio
The digital signals from the satellites are lineof- sight, which means that physical
obstructions such as bridges, tunnels, etc, may temporarily interfere with signal
reception...