Volvo XC90: Driver support / Recommended camera and radar sensor maintenance
In order for the camera and radar units to function properly, they must be
kept free of dirt, ice, snow, etc. and should be washed regularly with water and
car washing detergent.
NOTE
Dirt, ice and snow covering the sensors could cause false warnings, reduced
function, or no function.

Location of the Park Assist sensors

Location of rear radar sensors. Keep the marked area clean
(on both the left and right sides of the vehicle).
- For best possible performance, it is important to keep the areas in front
of the sensors clean.
- Do not attach any objects, tape or decals to the surface of the sensors.
- Clean the camera lenses regularly using lukewarm water and car washing detergent.
Wash gently to avoid scratching the lens.
CAUTION
Only a workshop may perform maintenance on driver support components –
an authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
The camera and radar sensor used by several of the driver support functions
has certain limitations, which also affect the functions using the camera and radar
sensor...
Here are examples of some of the messages and symbols related to the camera
and radar units that may be displayed in the instrument panel.
Sensor blocked
If this symbol and the message Windscreen sensor Sensor blocked, see
Owner's manual is displayed in the instrument panel, it means that the camera
and radar unit are unable to detect other vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and large
animals in ..
Other information:
The App view contains apps that provide access to certain vehicle services.
Swipe the center display screen from right to left1 to access the
App view from the Home view. This view displays downloaded apps (third-party apps)
as well as apps for integrated functions, such as FM radio.
App view. (generic illustration; basic apps vary depending
on market and model)
Several basic apps are always a..
The vehicle should be washed as soon as it becomes dirty. The longer the dirt
remains, the more difficult it will be to keep the vehicle clean. It could also
lead to paint damage.
Washing your vehicle in an automatic car wash is a fast and easy way to keep
your vehicle clean, but it does not reach all areas of the vehicle. Volvo recommends
washing your vehicle by hand or supplementing automati..