Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Transmission
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.
The vehicle has an 8-speed automatic transmission. The number of gears allows
the engine's torque and power band to be effectively utilized.
Two of the gears are overdrive gears that save fuel when driving at a constant
engine speed. Both the gear selector and the steering wheel paddles can be used
to shift up or down manually. The selected gear selector position will be displayed
in the instrument panel.
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...
Gear position is selected automatically to make driving as energy efficient
as possible. The transmission also has a manual mode.
The transmission is available in two different versions...
Other information:
(Option/accessory.)
(Depending on market, this function can be either standard or optional.)
Curve Speed Assist can help the driver reduce speed before sharp turns
if the preset speed for the driver support function Adaptive Cruise Control* or
Pilot Assist* is determined to be too high...
The climate system has a number of sensors to help regulate the climate settings
in the vehicle. Do not cover or block the sensors with clothing or other objects.
Location of the sensors
Sunlight sensors - on the upper
side of the dashboard.
Humidity sensor - in the rearview
mirror console...