Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Regenerative braking
The vehicle recovers kinetic energy during braking in order to reduce fuel
consumption and emissions.
The battery symbol is shown in
the instrument panel when the vehicle is generating power for the battery1.
The function is available in all drive modes together with gear selector position
D or M.
Activating brake regeneration
Brake regeneration is activated by gentle pressure on the brake pedal or during
engine braking.
Regeneration increases during engine braking if manual gear selector position
M is selected.
1 The symbol is used in vehicles with 48 V batteries.
In a collision in which the activation level is reached for the pyrotechnic
seat belt tensioners or airbags, or if a collision with a large animal is detected,
the vehicle's brakes will be automatically activated...
The transmission is part of the vehicle's driveline (power transmission) between
the engine and the drive wheels. The function of the transmission is to change gears
depending on speed and power needs...
Other information:
This section refers to one vehicle being towed behind another using a towline.
Before towing another vehicle, check applicable speed limit regulations.
Preparations and towing
CAUTION
For some transmission variants, it is not possible to shift from P position
if the engine is switched off...
(Option/accessory.)
A number of symbols and messages related to parking climate may be displayed
in the instrument panel.
Messages related to parking climate can also be displayed in a device that has
the Volvo On Call* app.
A An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended...