Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Ignition modes
The vehicle's ignition can be put in various modes (levels) to make different
functions available.
To enable the use of a limited number of functions when the engine is not running,
the ignition can be put in one of three different levels: 0, I and
II. These levels are referred to as "ignition modes" in the Owner's Manual.
The following table shows which functions are available in each ignition mode:


A Also activated when the door is opened.
* Option/accessory.
The vehicle can be switched off using the start knob in the tunnel console.
Start knob in the tunnel console.
To switch off the vehicle:
Turn the start knob clockwise and release to switch off the vehicle...
The vehicle's ignition can be put in various modes (levels) to make different
functions available.
Selecting an ignition mode
Start knob in the tunnel console...
Other information:
Steering assistance has several sub-functions. Run-Off Mitigation with steering
assistance can help the driver and reduce the risk of the vehicle inadvertently
running off the road by actively steering the vehicle back onto the road.
This function has two activation levels for intervention:
Steering assistance only
Steering assistance with braking
Steering assistance only
Intervention with ..
The remote key is used to lock and unlock doors, the tailgate and the fuel
filler door. The remote key must be in the vehicle in order to start the engine.
Remote key1, Care Key and button-less key (Key Tag)*.
The remote key is not physically used to start the ignition because the vehicle
is standardequipped with keyless start (Passive Start). The key only needs to be
in the front section of t..