Volvo XC90: Displays and voice control / Handling messages in the instrument panel
Messages in the instrument panel are controlled using the right-side steering
wheel keypad.

Examples of messages in the instrument panel1
and the right-side steering wheel keypad.

Examples of messages in the instrument panel2 and
the right-side steering wheel keypad. The illustration is generic - details may
vary according to vehicle model.
Left/right
Confirm
Some messages in the instrument panel contain one or more buttons for e.g. confirming
the message or accepting a request.
Handling new messages
For messages with buttons:
- Navigate between the buttons by tapping left or right (1).
- Confirm your selection by pressing confirm (2).
- The message will disappear from the instrument panel.
For messages without buttons:
- Close the message by pressing confirm (2) or let the message automatically
timeout after a short period.
- The message will disappear from the instrument panel.
Messages that need to be saved are stored in the Car Status app, which
can be opened from the App view in the center display. The message Vehicle message
stored in Car Status app will simultaneously appear in the center display.
1 With 8" instrument
panel.
2 With 12" instrument
panel.
The instrument panel shows messages in certain circumstances to inform or
assist the driver.
Example of message in an 8-inch instrument panel. The illustration
is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model...
Messages saved from the instrument panel and center displays are handled in
the center display.
Saved messages can be viewed in the Car Status app.
The messages displayed in the instrument
panel that need to be saved are stored in the Car Status app in the center
display...
Other information:
If you are unable to deactivate or activate the parking brake after several attempts,
contact an authorized Volvo workshop. A audible warning signal will sound if the
parking brake is activated while the vehicle is being driven.
If the vehicle must be parked before the problem is rectified, turn the wheels
as when parking on an incline and put the gear selector in P...
(Option/accessory.)
Park Assist Pilot (PAP1) helps the driver park using three different
steps. The function can also help the driver pull out of a parking space.
The function measures the space and steers the vehicle. The driver's role is
to:
keep close watch of the area around the vehicle
follow the instructions on the center display
change gears (reverse/forward) – an audible signal ind..