Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Settings for automatically activating the parking brake. Parking on a hill
Settings for automatically activating the parking brake
Choose whether the parking brake should be activated automatically when the
vehicle is switched off.
To change this setting:
Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap My Car
Parking Brake and
Suspension and select or deselect the Auto Activate Parking Brake function.
Parking on a hill
Always use the parking brake when parking on a hill.
WARNING
Always apply the parking brake when parking on an incline. Selecting a
gear or putting the automatic transmission in P may not be sufficient to
keep the vehicle stationary in all situations.
If the vehicle is pointing uphill:
- Turn the front wheels so they are pointing away from the curb.
If the vehicle is pointing downhill:
- Turn the front wheels so they are pointing toward the curb.
Heavy load uphill
Heavy loads, such as a trailer, could cause the vehicle to roll backward when
the parking brake is released automatically on steep uphill gradients. To help avoid
this, pull the control upward while you are driving away. Release the control when
the vehicle gains traction.
Use the parking brake to help keep the vehicle stationary when it is parked.
Activating the parking brake
Pull up the control.
The symbol in the instrument panel will illuminate when the parking
brake is activated...
If you are unable to deactivate or activate the parking brake after several attempts,
contact an authorized Volvo workshop. A audible warning signal will sound if the
parking brake is activated while the vehicle is being driven...
Other information:
The radio automatically compiles a list of the radio stations that are sending
out the strongest signals in the vehicle's current location.
Searching is performed in different ways depending on the waveband selected:
FM, stations, genres and frequency...
(Option/accessory.)
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo towbars that are specially designed for
the vehicle.
NOTE
The optional detachable trailer hitch may not be available in all markets
or on all models. Consult your Volvo retailer.
Ball holder
Cotter pin
Towbar assembly
Locking bolt
Safety wire attachment bracket
Installing the ball holder
If necessary, remove the cotter pin from the lo..