Apps close down
If an app closes down unexpectedly, try the following:
- open the app again
- check whether an update is available for the app
- restart the system (switch off the car, wait a few seconds and then restart it)
- uninstall and reinstall the app.
If the fault persists, contact a workshop. Volvo recommends that an authorized Volvo workshop is contacted.
Downloading apps
- Google Play offers a range of different apps suitable for use in the car.
- The car must be stationary in order to download apps, that is, it must be in the Comfort usage mode.
- Open app view
- Press Google Play.
- A Google account must be linked to the current user profile in order for Google Play to open.
- Search for the app you want, then select it.
- Press Install.
- Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.
Note
Sometimes the app needs access to different functions such as address book or positioning in order for the app to work as intended. In this case, a prompt to authorize this will be shown.
Deleting apps
Uninstalling apps via the app view
- Open app view
- Tap on and hold down the app to be deleted so that a wastepaper basket is displayed at the bottom.
- Drag the app to the wastepaper basket, then release it.
- Confirm the deletion.
Uninstalling apps via Settings
- Go to Settings
at the bottom of the center display. - Go to Applications.
- Choose to show all installed apps and then select the app to be uninstalled.
- Select to uninstall the app and confirm the removal.
Volvo ID
- Volvo ID is a personal ID that gives access to a wide range of services via a single username and password.
- One example of a service when Volvo ID is needed is when checking the car on your phone using the Volvo Cars app.
- Volvo ID is created from the car, volvoid.eu.volvocars.com/Account or the Volvo Cars app.
Note
The services available may vary over time and depend on equipment level and market.