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:
(Option/accessory)
The seats can be heated for added comfort for the driver and passengers in
cold weather.
Tap the left- or right-side
steering wheel and seat button in the center display's climate bar to open the
controls for steering wheel and seat heating.
If the vehicle is not equipped with ventilated seats or heated steering
wheel (for the driver's side), the button for seat hea..
Information on vehicles with activated hazard warning flashers or which have
detected slippery road conditions is not always communicated between all vehicles
in the affected area.
This may be the case if:
No or insufficient Internet connection.
The maneuvers (steering wheel movements, acceleration or braking) made by
the vehicles on slippery surfaces are too weak for friction between the t..