Volvo XC90: Key, locks and alarm / Unlocking the tailgate using the remote key
The remote key can be used to unlock the tailgate while keeping the rest of
the vehicle locked.

- Press the
button on the remote
key.
- The tailgate will be unlocked but remain closed.
The side doors remain
locked and armed. The lock and alarm indicator on the dashboard will go
out to indicate that the vehicle is no longer fully locked.
Press lightly on the rubberized pressure plate under the tailgate handle
to open the tailgate. If the tailgate is not opened within 2 minutes, it
will be relocked and the alarm armed.
- With the optional power tailgate* -
Hold and press (about 1.5 seconds)
the
button on the remote key
- The tailgate will unlock and open. However, the side doors will remain
locked and armed.
* Option/accessory.
Several different sequences are available for remote unlocking.
To change this setting:
Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap My Car Locking
Remote and Interior Unlock...
In order to function correctly, the remote key must be within a certain distance
from the vehicle.
Manual use
The remote key's functions for e.g. locking and unlocking, which are activated
by pressing or
, have a range of approx...
Other information:
Color code
The color code decal is placed on the vehicle's left-side door pillar (B-pillar)
between the front and rear doors and is visible when the left front door is open.
Sample color code (1): US models.
Exterior color code
Secondary exterior color code (if
applicable)
Sample color code (1): Canadian models...
(Option/accessory.)
With keyless locking and unlocking, touching the pressure-sensitive indentation
on the door handle will lock or unlock the vehicle.
NOTE
One of the vehicle's remote keys must be within range for locking and unlocking
to be possible...