Volvo XC90: Driver support / Rear Collision Warning
(Option/accessory.)
(Warning of collision from the rear.)
The Rear Collision Warning1 (RCW) function can help the driver
avoid rear-end collisions from vehicles approaching from behind.
The function can alert drivers of following vehicles of the risk of a collision
by rapidly flashing the turn signals.
If, at a speed below 30 km/h (20 mph), the function detects that the vehicle
is in danger of being hit from behind, the seat belt tensioners may tension the
front seat belts. The Whiplash Protection System will also be activated in a collision.
Immediately before a collision from behind, the function may also activate the
brakes in order to reduce the forward acceleration of the vehicle during the collision.
However, the brakes will only be applied if your vehicle is stationary. The brakes
will be immediately released if the accelerator pedal is depressed.
The function is automatically activated each time the engine is started.
WARNING
- The function is supplementary driver support intended to facilitate
driving and help make it safer – it cannot handle all situations in all traffic,
weather and road conditions.
- The driver is advised to read all sections in the Owner's Manual about
this function to learn of its limitations, which the driver must be aware of
before using the function.
- Driver support functions are not a substitute for the driver's attention
and judgment. The driver is always responsible for ensuring the vehicle is driven
in a safe manner, at the appropriate speed, with an appropriate distance to
other vehicles, and in accordance with current traffic rules and regulations.
1 This function is not available on all markets.
A number of symbols and messages related to steering assistance may be displayed
in the instrument panel. Several examples are provided below.
A text message can be erased by briefly pressing the
button in the center of the rightside
steering wheel keypad...
(Option/accessory.)
(Warning of collision from the rear.)
In some situations, it may be difficult for Rear Collision Warning (RCW) to
warn the driver of a collision risk...
Other information:
The starter battery is used to start the electrical system and power the starter
motor and other electrical equipment in the vehicle. The vehicle has a single-pole
electrical system that uses the chassis and engine mount as conductors.
The vehicle has a voltage-regulated alternating current generator...
The media player can play audio from external audio sources connected via
USB port or Bluetooth. It can also play video format via the USB port.
When the vehicle is connected to the Internet, it is also possible to listen
to web radio, audio books and to access music services via apps...