Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Hill Start Assist
The function for assisting when starting the vehicle on inclines (HSA1)
helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when starting on an uphill gradient.
When backing up a hill, HSA helps prevent the vehicle from rolling forward.
The function retains pressure from the brake pedal in the brake system for several
seconds after the brake pedal has been released.
This temporary braking effect is released after a few seconds or when the driver
begins driving. Hill Start Assist is activated when the vehicle is stopped on steep
inclines. The function is available even when the Auto-hold brake function is switched
off.
1 Hill Start Assist
The Auto-hold brake function at a standstill is activated with the button
in the tunnel console.
Press the button in the tunnel console to activate or deactivate the function...
In a collision in which the activation level is reached for the pyrotechnic
seat belt tensioners or airbags, or if a collision with a large animal is detected,
the vehicle's brakes will be automatically activated...
Other information:
The parking lights can be used to help other road users see the vehicle if
it is stopped or parked. Use the lighting ring on the steering wheel lever to turn
on the parking lights.
Lighting ring in the parking light position.
Turn the lighting ring to the position
to turn on the parking lights (the license plate lighting will also illuminate)...
The alarm emits sound and light signals if anyone without a valid remote key
attempts to break into the vehicle or interferes with the start battery or alarm
siren.
Alarm indicator
A red indicator light on the dashboard shows the status of the alarm:
Indicator off - the alarm is disarmed...