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:
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Android Auto1 lets you listen to music, make calls, get driving directions
and use apps customized for your vehicle from an Android device. Android Auto can
be used with selected Android devices.
For information on supported apps and compatible Android devices, please go to
www.android.com/auto/. For third-party apps, see Google Play. Please note that Volvo
is not responsi..
Incorrectly connected or installed accessories or extra equipment may have
an adverse effect on the vehicle's electronics.
We strongly recommend that Volvo owners use only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories,
and that accessory installations be performed only by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician. Certain accessories only work when the associated software is
installed in the vehi..