Volvo XC90: Driver support / Electronic Stability Control symbols and messages

Activating or deactivating Sport mode for Electronic Stability Control

The stability system (ESC1) is always activated and cannot be switched off. However, the driver can select Sport mode, which offers more active driving characteristics...

Connected Safety

(Not available in all markets.) Connected Safety communicates information between your vehicle and other vehicles via the Internet1. The function is designed to notify the driver of any hazardous road conditions ahead...

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Volvo XC90 2015-2023 Owners Manual: Detecting obstacles with City Safety

City Safety1 can help the driver detect other vehicles, cyclists, large animals and pedestrians. Vehicles City Safety can detect most vehicles that are stationary or are moving in the same direction as your vehicle. In some cases, it can also detect oncoming vehicles and crossing traffic...

Volvo XC90 2015-2023 Owners Manual: Starting and moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode

If safety mode has been set, it may be possible to reset the system in order to start and move the vehicle a short distance, for example, if it is blocking traffic. Starting the vehicle when it is in safety mode Check the vehicle for damage, particularly for fuel leakage...