Volvo XC90: Wheels and tires / Handling the spare wheel
(Not available on all models.)
Follow these instructions regarding handling the spare wheel.
Accessing the spare wheel

This illustration is generic and appearance may vary.
The spare tire is located in the spare wheel well under the cargo compartment
with the outside of the wheel facing downward. The spare tire is secured with a
bolt that goes through the tire and attaches it to the body. The foam block contains
all tools needed to change a wheel.
- Lift the rear edge of the cargo compartment floor.
- Unscrew the retaining bolt.
- Lift out the spare wheel.
(Not available on all models.)
The spare wheel is a Temporary Spare and can be used to temporarily replace
a punctured tire on one of the vehicle's regular wheels...
Screw the spare tire's retaining bolt back on.CAUTION
Do not attempt to unscrew the lower part of the retaining bolt if it
is attached to the body, as this could cause it to break...
Other information:
Make sure that all passengers have buckled their seat belts before starting
to drive.
Buckling seat belts
Pull out the belt slowly and make sure it is not twisted or damaged.If
the seat belt in the second row center seating position1
is used, make sure it is properly positioned in the correct seat belt guide...
Starting voice control1
Voice commands are given through
a "dialog" with the voice control system. Press the button for voice control
on the right-side steering wheel keypad
to activate the system and initiate a voice command dialog. When you press the button,
a beep will sound and the voice control symbol will appear in the instrument panel...