Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Selecting ignition mode
The vehicle's ignition can be put in various modes (levels) to make different
functions available.
Selecting an ignition mode

Start knob in the tunnel console.
- Ignition mode 0 – Unlock the vehicle and keep the remote key in the
passenger compartment.
NOTE
To set level I or II without engine start – do not
depress the brake pedal (or clutch pedal for vehicles with manual transmission)
when selecting this ignition mode.
- Ignition mode I – Turn the start knob clockwise and release it. The
control will automatically return to the original position.
- Ignition mode II – Turn the start knob clockwise and hold it there
for approx. 5 seconds. Release the knob, which will automatically return to
its original position.
- Back to ignition mode 0 – To return to ignition mode 0 from
modes I and II, turn the start knob clockwise and release it.
The control will automatically return to the original position.
The vehicle's ignition can be put in various modes (levels) to make different
functions available.
To enable the use of a limited number of functions when the engine is not running,
the ignition can be put in one of three different levels: 0, I and
II...
The vehicle's brakes are used to reduce speed or prevent the vehicle from
rolling.
In addition to the wheel brakes and parking brakes, the vehicle is also equipped
with a number of automatic brake assist functions...
Other information:
Park Assist (PAS1) behaves differently depending on which part
of the vehicle is approaching an obstacle.
Front camera
The warning signal has a continuous tone when the obstacle
is less than approx. 30 cm (1 ft) from the vehicle.
The Park Assist system's front sensors are automatically activated when the engine
is started...
Handling phone calls in the vehicle for a Bluetooth-connected cellular phone.
Generic illustration.
Making calls
Open the phone tile.
Initiate a call by selecting the phone number from the recent calls list,
entering the number on the keypad or selecting a number from the phone book
(list of contacts)...