2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Storage and passenger compartment Owners Manual

Front seat

Storage compartment in the door panel, card holder(Option/accessory) beside the steering wheel, sun visor, and glovebox with an extensible hook.

Storage compartment for legroom, electrical socket, and USB ports above the wireless phone charger,(Option/accessory) cup holder, and storage under the armrest in the tunnel console.

Rear seat

Storage compartment in the door panel, cup holder(Option/accessory) in the center seat backrest, storage pocket on the front seat backrest,(Option/accessory) as well as USB ports in the tunnel console.

WarningKeep loose objects such as phones, cameras, remote controls for accessories, etc. in the glove compartment or other compartments. Otherwise, they may injure people in the car in the event of sudden braking or a collision.

ImportantKeep in mind that high gloss surfaces, for example, are easily scratched by metal objects. Do not place keys, phones, and other items on sensitive surfaces.

Emptying the ashtray(Option/accessory)

When there is a cigarette lighter fitted in the car there is a detachable ashtray in the tunnel console.

Detach the ashtray by pulling it straight up and emptying the contents.
Refit the ashtray in the tunnel console.

Warning
Exercise caution with smoldering glow and ash so that they do not damage the interior or injure passengers, for example. Only extinguish cigarettes on the intended surface.

Electrical sockets

There is one 12V electrical socket in the tunnel console and one 12V electrical socket in the luggage compartment/cargo area. If a problem occurs with an electrical socket, (Option/accessory)contact a workshop – an authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

12 V electrical socket

12 V electrical socket in tunnel console, front seat. The 12 V sockets can be used for various accessories designed for this, such as music players, cooler boxes and mobile phones.

12 V electrical socket in cargo area(Option/accessory)(Availability varies depending on market).

Using electrical sockets

12 V sockets can be used for various accessories designed for this, such as music players, cooler boxes, and mobile phones. In order for the socket to supply current, the car must be in Comfort or Drive mode. The socket is switched off automatically when the driver leaves the car. If the car remains unlocked or is locked with a reduced alarm level, the socket is active for approximately a further 10 minutes.

Note
Accessories that are connected to the electrical sockets may be activated even when the car’s electrical system is disconnected or if preconditioning is used. For this reason, unplug the plugs when they are not in use.

Warning

Do not use accessories with large or heavy connectors – they can damage the socket or come loose when driving.
Do not use accessories that can cause interference to the car’s radio receiver or electrical system for example.
Position the accessory so that it is not at risk of injuring the driver or passengers in the event of heavy braking or collision.
Keep an eye on connected accessories as they can generate heat that can burn passengers or the interior.

Using 12 V sockets

Remove the blanking plug (tunnel console) or fold down the cover (cargo area) in front of the socket and plug in the accessory’s connector.

Unplug the accessory’s connector and refit the blanking plug (tunnel console) or fold up the cover (cargo area) when the socket is not in use or if the socket is left unattended.

Important

The maximum socket output is 120 W (10 A) per socket.

Using the glovebox

The glovebox is located on the passenger side. Among other things, the car’s printed owner’s information can be stored in the glovebox. There is also space for a pen and card holder.

Glovebox with an extensible hook. The hook on the glovebox can be extended when the glovebox is open so that it can be used after the glovebox has been closed.

Important
The hook must be either fully retracted or fully extended otherwise it will be broken when the glovebox is closed.

Sun visors

There are sun visors in the roof in front of the driver seat and the front seat passenger seat which can be folded down and angled out to the side when necessary.

The figure is schematic – the design may vary. The mirror lighting(Option/accessory) is switched on automatically when the guard is lifted up. The mirror frame incorporates a holder for e.g. cards or tickets.

Tunnel console

The tunnel console is located between the front seats.

Wireless phone charger
Storage compartment with cup holder.
Detachable waste paper basket.
Storage compartment under the armrest.
Climate controls for the rear seat climate functions(Option/accessory) or storage compartment. There are also USB ports underneath.

Important
Keep in mind that high gloss surfaces, for example, are easily scratched by metal objects. Do not place keys, phones, and other items on sensitive surfaces.

Note
One of the detectors for the alarm(Option/accessory) is located under the tunnel console’s cup holder. Avoid leaving coins, keys, and other metal objects in the cup holder, since this may trigger the alarm.

NoteThe USB ports can be used for charging a mobile phone or tablet, for example.

USB ports

There are two USB ports (type C) under the center display. There are also two USB ports (type C) in the rear part of the tunnel console.

USB ports (type C), front seat.

USB ports (type C) in the tunnel console, and rear seat. The USB ports can be used to charge a phone or tablet, for example.

Use USB ports to charge devices

The USB ports can be used to charge a phone or tablet, for example. The USB ports can be used when the car is in Comfort or Drive mode. The ports are switched off automatically when the driver leaves the car. If the car remains unlocked or is locked with a reduced alarm level, the ports remain active for a further approx. 10 minutes.

Note
Accessories that are connected to the ports may be activated even when the car’s electrical system is disconnected or if preconditioning is used. For this reason, unplug accessories when they are not in use. Some devices may become hot during charging. This is normal.

Warning
Position the accessory so that it is not at risk of injuring the driver or passengers in the event of heavy braking or collision.

Use USB ports to charge devices

Fold-down the cover in front of the port and plug in the accessory’s connector.
Unplug the accessory’s connector and fold up the cover when the port is not in use or is left unattended.

Technical specification for USB-C port

Type C socket
Version 3.1
Voltage supply 5 V
Current supply max. 3.0

2023 Volvo C40 Recharge Storage and passenger compartment Owners Manual