- Turn off the centre display with a long press on the home button.
- Wipe the screen with a clean and dry microfibre cloth using small circular movements. If necessary, lightly moisten the microfibre cloth with clean water.
- Activate the display with a short press on the home button.
Important
The microfibre cloth used to clean the centre display must be free from sand and dirt.
Important
When cleaning the centre display, only use gentle pressure on the screen. Heavy pressure can damage the screen.
Important
- Do not spray any liquid or caustic chemicals directly on the centre display. Do not use window cleaning agents, other cleaning agents, aerosol spray, solvents, alcohol, ammonia or cleaning agent containing abrasives.
- Never use abrasive cloths, paper towels or tissue paper, since they may scratch the centre display.
Cleaning the driver display
Gently wipe the display’s cover glass with a clean and dry microfibre cloth. If necessary, lightly moisten the microfibre cloth.
- Never use a cleaning agent. A special cleaning agent available from Volvo dealers can be used for more difficult cleaning.
Cleaning the Head-up display
Gently wipe the display’s cover glass with a clean and dry microfibre cloth. If necessary, lightly moisten the microfibre cloth.
- Never use strong stain removers. A special cleaning agent available from Volvo dealers can be used for more difficult cleaning.
Cleaning the leather steering wheel
Use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly, and deal with stains straight away. Vacuuming is important prior to using cleaning agents.
- Leather needs to breathe. Never cover the leather steering wheel with protective plastic. We recommend Volvo Leather Care Kit/Wipes for cleaning the leather steering wheel. First remove dirt, dust, etc. with a damp sponge or cloth.
Important
Sharp objects, e.g. rings, can damage the leather on the steering wheel.
Cleaning the seatbelts
Use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly, and deal with stains straight away. Vacuuming is important prior to using cleaning agents.
- Use water and a synthetic detergent. A special textile cleaning agent is available from Volvo retailers. Ensure that the seatbelt is dry before allowing it to retract.
Cleaning the interior
Use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly, and deal with stains straight away. Vacuuming is important prior to using cleaning agents.
Important
- Certain items of coloured clothing (e.g. dark jeans and suede garments) may stain the upholstery. If this occurs, it is important to clean and treat these parts of the upholstery as soon as possible.
- Never use strong solvents such as washer fluid, pure petrol or white spirit or concentrated alcohol to clean the interior, since this may damage the upholstery as well as other interior materials.
- Never spray the cleaning agent directly onto components that have electrical buttons and controls. Wipe them instead using a moistened cloth containing the cleaning agent.
- Sharp objects and Velcro may damage the fabric upholstery.
- Only use cleaning agents on the type of material for which they were intended.
Cleaning textile floor and entrance mats
It is recommended to use a fabric cleaning agent when cleaning mats. Clean regularly, and deal with stains straight away. Vacuuming is important prior to using cleaning agents.
Remove inlaid carpets for separate cleaning of the floor carpet and the inlaid carpets. Each inlay mat is secured with pins.
- Remove the inlay mat by taking hold of the inlay mat at each pin and lifting the mat straight up.
- Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and dirt.
Note
The inlay mats must not be swung around without care or hit against objects to remove dirt since this can crack the inlay mats. - A textile cleaner is recommended for stains on the floor mat, after vacuuming.
- After cleaning, fit the inlay mat in place by pressing it in at each pin.
Warning
Only use one inlaid mat at each seat, and check before setting off that the mat by the driver’s seat is firmly affixed and secured in the pins so that it does not get caught adjacent to and under the pedals.
Cleaning interior plastic, metal and wood parts
Use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly, and deal with stains straight away.
- A fibrillated fibre or microfibre cloth, lightly moistened with water, available from Volvo dealers, is recommended for cleaning interior parts and surfaces.
- Do not scrape or rub stains. Never use strong stain removers, either.
Important
Do not use a solvent that contains alcohol when cleaning the glass for the driver display.
Important
Keep in mind that high gloss surfaces are easily scratched. Clean these surfaces with a clean, dry microfibre cloth using small, circular motions. If needed, dampen the microfibre cloth with a little clean water.
Cleaning leather upholstery
Use cleaning agents and car care products recommended by Volvo. Clean regularly, and deal with stains straight away. Vacuuming is important prior to using cleaning agents.
- Volvo’s leather upholstery is treated to preserve its original appearance.
- Leather upholstery is a natural product that changes and acquires a beautiful patina over time. Regular cleaning and treatment are required in order that the properties and colours of the leather shall be preserved. Volvo offers a comprehensive product, Volvo Leather Care KitWipes, for cleaning and treatment of leather upholstery. The protective outer layer of the leather is preserved when this is used according to the instructions.
- To achieve results that are as good as possible, Volvo recommends cleaning and application of the protective cream one to four times per year (or more frequently if required). Volvo Leather Care Kit/Wipes is available from Volvo dealers.
Cleaning the leather upholstery
- Apply the leather cleaner to a damp sponge and squeeze until foam is created.
- Use the sponge on the stain in a circular motion.
- Thoroughly dampen the stain using the sponge, and allow the sponge to absorb the stain without scrubbing.
- Wipe the stain with a soft cloth and allow the leather to dry thoroughly.
Protecting the leather upholstery
- Apply a small amount of leather protective agent to a cloth and then apply it to the leather in light circular motions.
- Allow drying for about 20 minutes.
- Protecting the leather upholstery makes it more resistant to the stresses from the sun’s UV radiation.
Cleaning fabric upholstery and headlining
It is recommended to use a fabric cleaning agent when cleaning textile fabric and Nubuck textile. Clean if necessary, and treat stains straight away.
Important
Never scrape or rub a stain since this may damage the upholstery.
Important
Never use stain-removing agents or strong solvents, they could damage the upholstery.
Cleaning fabric upholstery
- Start by vacuum cleaning the upholstery.
- Follow the instructions for the fabric cleaning agent.
- When cleaning fabric, a spray extraction cleaner is recommended for suction of the washing fluid and subsequent water rinsing.
Important
Some coloured clothing (such as jeans and suede garments) may stain the fabric upholstery. Heavy stains such as oil may be difficult to remove.
Important
Always clean the entire upholstery, even if there are only individual stains. This is to avoid water rings.
Note
Do not remove the upholstery for cleaning.
Cleaning the headlining
- Brush the headlining carefully using a soft brush.
- Follow the instructions for the fabric cleaning agent.
- Then use a soft and lint-free cloth to wipe the headlining.
Important
Careless cleaning can damage the headlining.