Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Towing using a towline
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. Contact an authorized Volvo workshop for assistance
towing or call a professional towing service.
CAUTION
Note that the vehicle must always be towed with the wheels rolling forward.
- Do not tow a vehicle with automatic transmission at a speed greater
than 80 km/h (50 mph) or for a distance greater than 80 km (50 miles).
WARNING
- Ignition mode II must be active – all airbags are deactivated
in ignition mode I.
- Always have the remote key in the vehicle when it is towed.
WARNING
The brake and steering servos do not work when the engine is off – it takes
about 5 times more pressure on the brake pedal and steering requires much more effort
than normal.
- Turn on the hazard warning flashers.
- Attach the towline to the towing eyelet.
- Put the vehicle in ignition mode II – without pressing the brake
pedal, turn the start knob clockwise and hold it there for about 4 seconds.
Release the knob, which will automatically return to its original position.
- Move the gear selector to neutral (N) and release the parking brake.
If
the battery charge level is too low, it may not be possible to release the parking
brake. Connect an auxiliary battery to the vehicle if the battery is discharged.
- The towing vehicle can now start driving.
- Keep the towline taut when the towing vehicle slows down by applying light
pressure to the brake pedal. This will help avoid jarring movements.
- Be prepared to apply the brakes to stop the vehicle.
Jump starting
Do not tow the vehicle to start the engine. Use an auxiliary battery if the start
battery's charge level is so low that the engine cannot be started.
CAUTION
Attempting to tow with the engine running could result in damage to the
three-way catalytic converter.
When connecting a trailer, make sure that all of the lights on the trailer
are functioning before starting to drive.
Trailer turn signals and brake lights
If one or more of the turn signals or brake lights on the trailer is not working,
a symbol and message will be displayed in the instrument panel...
Use the towing eyelet when towing. Screw the towing eyelet securely into place
in the threaded outlet behind the cover on the righthand side of the front and rear
bumpers...
Other information:
A phone equipped with Bluetooth can be wirelessly connected to the vehicle's
integrated hands-free system.
The audio and media system offers hands-free functionality for remotely controlling
a number of the phone's features. The phone's integrated controls can also be used,
even when it is connected to the vehicle...
(Option/accessory)
There are subfunctions for Road Sign Information (RSI1) that can alert
the driver if the speed limit has been exceeded or if there are speed cameras nearby.
Example of speed camera and speed limit information in the
instrument panel
Speed limit warning
When Speed Warning is activated,
the symbol for the current speed limit in the instrument panel2 will
flash temporarily if..