Volvo XC90: Key, locks and alarm / Closing and locking the tailgate using the buttons

(Option/accessory).

The buttons on the underside of the tailgate can be used to close and lock the vehicle automatically.

Location of button(s) on underside of tailgate

CAUTION

When operating the tailgate manually, open and close it slowly. If you encounter resistance, do not use force. This could lead to damage and loss of function.

Closing¹

• Press the button on the underside of the tailgate.
  • The tailgate will close automatically and remain unlocked.

NOTE

• The button remains active 24 hours after the tailgate was opened. After this time, the tailgate must be closed manually.
• If the tailgate has been open for more than 30 minutes, it will automatically close slowly.

Locking²

1. Press the button on the underside of the tailgate.
2. Close the trunk lid manually.
   • The tailgate and doors will lock³.

Closing and locking⁴

• Press the button on the underside of the tailgate.
  • The tailgate closes automatically and the vehicle locks³.

NOTE

• One of the vehicle's remote keys must be within range for locking and unlocking to be possible.
• When the keyless locking or closing* functions are used, three audible signals will sound if the key is not detected close enough to the tailgate.

Interrupting closing

• Press the button on the dashboard.
• Press the button on the remote key.
• Press the close button on the underside of the tailgate¹.
• Press the rubberized pressure plate on the underside of the tailgate's outer handle.
• Using a foot movement*.

Tailgate movement is interrupted and stops. The tailgate can then be opened or closed manually.

If the tailgate stops near the closed position, it will open the next time it is activated.

Pinch protection

If anything obstructs the tailgate with enough force to prevent it from opening or closing, pinch protection will be activated.

• When opening - the tailgate will stop moving and an audible signal will sound.
• When closing - the tailgate will stop, a long audible signal will sound and the tailgate will return to the programmed maximum opening position.

WARNING

Be aware of the risk of injury when opening and closing.

Before opening or closing, make sure that no one is near the tailgate's range of motion. Serious injury could occur.

Always operate the tailgate with caution.

Preloaded springs

Preloaded springs for the power tailgate.

WARNING

Do not attempt to open or access the preloaded springs in the power tailgate struts. They are preloaded with high pressure and can cause injury if opened.

¹ Vehicles with power-operated trunk lid.

² Vehicles equipped with keyless locking/unlocking.

³ All doors must be closed for the vehicle to lock.

⁴ Vehicles with keyless locking/unlocking and power-operated tailgate.

* Option/accessory.