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.
Checking trailer lights
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...
Attaching and removing the towing eyelet
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:
Volvo XC90 2015-2022 Owners Manual: Top tether anchors
Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint top tether anchors for all seating positions in the second row of seats. In vehicles with six seats, there is a child restraint top tether anchor on the right-side seat in the third row of seats. They are located on the rear side of the backrests...
Volvo XC90 2015-2022 Owners Manual: Using the rear window wiper/washer
The rear window washer/wiper is designed to clean the rear window. Use the right-side steering wheel lever to start and control the wiper/washer. Activating the rear window wiper/washer NOTE The rear window wiper motor is equipped with overheating protection that switches off the motor if it becomes overheated...
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Door and seat belt reminders
This system is intended to remind occupants to buckle their seat belts and to alert the driver if a door, hood or other opening (trunk, sunroof, etc.) is open.
Graphics in the instrument panel
Graphics in the instrument panel with various types of warnings. The warning colors for the doors/tailgate vary depending on the vehicle's speed.
