Volvo XC90 2015-2026 Owners Manual / Starting and driving / Preparing for a long trip

Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Preparing for a long trip

It is important to have the vehicle's systems and equipment checked carefully before driving long distances.

Check that

the engine is running properly and that fuel consumption is normal
there are no leaks (fuel, oil or other fluid)
the brake pedal is functioning properly
tire tread depth and air pressure are at correct levels. Change to snow tires when driving in areas where there is a risk of snowy or icy roads
the start battery is sufficiently charged
the wiper blades are in good condition

Economical driving

A more economical driving style can help lower fuel consumption. Before driving If possible, precondition the vehicle before driving. If preconditioning is not possible when it is cold outside, use seat and steering wheel heating first...

Winter driving

It is important to check the vehicle before driving in cold/snowy conditions to make sure it can be driven safely. Before the cold season arrives: Make sure the engine coolant contains 50% antifreeze...

Other information:

Volvo XC90 2015-2026 Owners Manual: Setting the temperature for the front seats

(The same setting applies to the rear seats with the 2-zone climate system.) The temperature can be set to the desired number of degrees for the front seat climate zones. Temperature buttons in the climate bar. Tap the left- or right-side temperature buttons in the center display's climate bar to open the control...

Volvo XC90 2015-2026 Owners Manual: Saving new reference values for tire inflation pressure monitoring

In order for the tire inflation pressure monitoring system1 to function correctly, inflation pressure reference values must be saved correctly. To help ensure that the system can correctly alert the driver of low inflation pressure, this must be done each time the tires are changed or the inflation pressure is adjusted...

Leveling control settings

(Option/accessory.)

Turn off leveling control before lifting the vehicle with a jack to help avoid problems with the pneumatic suspension.

The vehicle can be lowered or raised to make it easier to load or for passengers to get in and out.

Adjusting loading mode

Volvo XC90. Leveling control settings