Volvo XC90: Driver support / BLIS messages
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.
B Cross Traffic Alert*
A text message can be erased by briefly pressing the
button in the center of the rightside
steering wheel keypad.
If a message cannot be erased, contact a workshopA.
1 Blind Spot Information
* Option/accessory.
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 Driver Alert Control (DAC) function is designed to help alert the driver
to erratic behavior, e.g. if the driver is distracted or showing signs of fatigue...
Other information:
Bright light entering the vehicle from behind, e.g. from the headlights of
following vehicles, could reflect in the rearview mirror and door mirrors and cause
a glare. Use the dimming function when light from behind is distracting.
Auto-dim
If bright light enters the vehicle from behind, the door mirrors will automatically
dim when it is dark outside or when lighting conditions are low, for exa..
Braking on wet roads
Prolonged driving in heavy rain without braking may cause braking effect to
be slightly delayed the first time the brakes are applied. This may also occur
after washing the vehicle. It will then be necessary to apply greater pressure to
the brake pedal. You should therefore maintain a greater distance to the vehicle
ahead.
Firmly apply the brakes after washing the vehicle ..