Volvo XC90: Displays and voice control / Messages in the 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.

Example of message in the instrument panel. The illustration
is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.
High-priority messages for the driver are displayed in the instrument panel.
The messages may appear in different parts of the instrument panel depending
on what other information is currently being displayed. The message will disappear
from the instrument panel after a short period of time or after it has been acknowledged
or any required action has been taken. 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 may be shown along with graphics, symbols or buttons to e.g. acknowledge
the message or accept a request.
Service messages
The following table lists a selection of important service messages and what
they mean.


A Part of message, shown along with information on
the location of the problem.
B An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
The App menu in the instrument panel is controlled using the right-side steering
wheel keypad.
App menu and right-side steering wheel keypad. The illustration
is generic...
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...
Other information:
As part of Volvo's commitment to safety and quality, certain information is
recorded regarding vehicle operation, functionality and incidents.
US market only:
EDR
This vehicle is equipped with an "Event Data Recorder" (EDR). The main purpose
of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as
an air bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle, data that will assist in ..
Safety
The vehicle is equipped with a number of safety systems that work together to help protect the vehicle's driver and passengers in the event of an accident.
The vehicle is equipped with a number of sensors that may react in the event of an accident and activate different safety systems, such as the airbag system and seat belt tensioners. Depending on the specific conditions of the accid..