2023 Volvo XC90 Cargo Area Owners Manual

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2023 Volvo XC90 Cargo area

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Cargo area

The car has a flexible cargo area that makes it possible to transport and secure large objects.

By folding down the backrests in the second and third(Option/accessory) rows of seats, the cargo area becomes quite spacious. To facilitate loading and unloading, the rear section of the car can be lowered with the level control function.(Option/accessory) Use load retaining eyelets or bag holders to secure the load, and the extendable cargo cover (Option/accessory) to conceal the load if desired.

The car’s towing eye and puncture repair kit or spare wheel (Option/accessory) are stored under the cargo area floor.

Bag hooks

Bag hooks keep carrier bags in place and prevent them from overturning and spreading their contents across the cargo area.
Along the sides

There are two bag hooks in the side panel on each side of the cargo area.

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There are two extensible bag hooks in the side panels – one on each side of the cargo area.

ImportantThe bag hooks may be loaded with a maximum of 5 kg (11 lbs).
Under the floor hatch
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There are two bag hooks and an elastic strap(It is possible to reorder additional elastic straps at a Volvo dealer) in the cover, which is part of the floor hatch in the cargo area. The strap can be fitted in four different positions. Lift up the cover in order to use the bag hooks. Fasten the bags in a suitable position with the enclosed elastic strap. If the bags have handles and are a suitable height – hang them in the hooks.

First aid kit

(Option/accessory)

The first aid kit contains first aid equipment.

Store the first aid kit behind the elastic strap, if the car is equipped with one of these.

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Load retaining eyelets

Use the load retaining eyelets to attach straps in order to anchor items in the cargo area.
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WarningHard, sharp and heavy objects that are loose or protrude may cause injury during heavy braking.

Always secure large and heavy objects with a seatbelt or cargo retaining straps.

Warning triangle

Use the warning triangle to warn other road users if the car is stationary in traffic.

Also activate the hazard warning flashers.

Storage spacesThe warning triangle is located in the compartment on the inside of the tailgate.
Folding up the warning triangle
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  1. Open the hatch by first turning the knob a quarter turn and then pulling the hatch from its brackets in the top and bottom edges. Press the latch that secures the warning triangle slightly to the right and remove the case.
  2. emove the warning triangle from the case, unfold it and put the ends together.
  3. Fold-out the warning triangle’s support legs.

Follow the regulations for the use of a warning triangle. Position the warning triangle in a suitable place with regard to traffic.

Make sure that the warning triangle and case are properly secured in their storage space and that the hatch is fully closed after use.

Unlocking the tailgate with a key button

There is a button on the key to unlocking the tailgate only.
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Press the key’s 2023-Volvo-XC90-Cargo-area-9 button.

  • The tailgate is unlocked but remains closed.
  • The side doors are still locked and the alarm is armed. (Option/accessory) The lock and alarm indicator on the instrument panel extinguish in order to show that the entire car is not locked.
  • You can open the tailgate by gripping the rubberized pressure plate underneath its lower edge.
  • If the tailgate is not opened within 2 minutes then it is relocked and the alarm is re-armed.
Power-operated tailgate
(Option/accessory)

Hold the key’s 2023-Volvo-XC90-Cargo-area-9 button depressed for a couple of seconds.

  • The tailgate is unlocked and opened, while the side doors remain locked and their alarm functions armed.
NoteIf the system for the power-operated tailgate (Option/accessory) works continuously for a long time, it is deactivated in order not to overload it. It can be used again after a few minutes.

Setting the max. opening for electrically operated tailgate

(Option/accessory)

Set the amount the tailgate should be opened if the car is, for example, parked in a garage with limited headroom.
To adjust max. opening
  1. Open the tailgate manually – and stop it in the desired opening position.
  2. Press and hold the 2023-Volvo-XC90-Cargo-area-10 button on the bottom of the tailgate for approx. 3 seconds.
  • Two acoustic signals sound to indicate that the set position has been saved.
NoteIt is not possible to program an opening position lower than half-open tailgate.
Reset max. opening
  1. Open the tailgate manually to the fully open position.
  2. Press and hold the 2023-Volvo-XC90-Cargo-area-10 button on the bottom of the tailgate for approx. 3 seconds.
  • Two acoustic signals sound to indicate that the set position has been cleared.

Operating the tailgate with foot movement

(Option/accessory.)

The tailgate can be opened and closed using a foot movement (Option/accessory) under the rear bumper. The function makes things easier when your hands are full.

If the car is equipped with keyless locking (Option/accessory) and unlocking then you can unlock the tailgate using a foot movement.

The function with both opening and closing of the tailgate is also available when the car is equipped with power operated tailgate.(Option/accessory)

NoteThe foot-operated tailgate function is available in two versions:
  • Opening and closing with foot movement
  • Only unlocking with foot movement (lift up the tailgate manually to open it)

Note that the function for opening and closing with foot movement requires power operated tailgate.(Option/accessory)

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The sensor is located slightly to the left of the bumper.

One of the car’s keys must be within range behind the car, approx. 1 metre (3 feet), for opening and closing to be possible. This also applies to an already unlocked car in order to avoid accidental opening e.g. in a car wash.

Opening and closing with foot movement
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Make one forward kicking motion in the sensor area under the rear bumper. Then take a step back. The bumper must not be touched.

A short acoustic signal sounds when opening or closing is activated – the tailgate is opened/closed.

If several kicking motions take place without a key sufficiently close, the opening will not be possible until after a certain delay.

Do not leave your foot in the kicking motion under the car, this could cause the activation to fail.

Canceling opening or closing with foot movement

Make one forward kicking motion while opening or closing is in progress.

Opening or closing the tailgate is stopped.

The key does not need to be in the vicinity of the car to cancel the opening or closing of the tailgate.

If the tailgate is stopped close to the closed position, the next activation will open the tailgate.

NoteMake sure you keep the area around the foot movement detector clean. A build-up of dirt, ice, or snow may disrupt its function.
NotePay attention to the possibility that the system may be activated in a car wash if the key is within range.

Unlocking the tailgate from the inside of the car

The tailgate can be unlocked from inside the car using a button beside the steering wheel on the instrument panel.
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Press the2023-Volvo-XC90-Cargo-area-14 button on the instrument panel.

The tailgate is unlocked and can be opened from the outside.

With the power-operated tailgate option:(Option/accessory)

Hold the instrument panel’s 2023-Volvo-XC90-Cargo-area-14 button depressed for a couple of seconds.

The tailgate is opened.

NoteIf the system for the power-operated tailgate(Option/accessory) works continuously for a long time, it is deactivated in order not to overload it. It can be used again after a few minutes.

Keyless unlocking of tailgate

(Option/accessory)

With keyless locking and unlocking, it is sufficient to press lightly on the rubberized pressure plate underneath the tailgate’s handle to unlock.
NoteOne of the car’s keys must be within range behind the car for unlocking to work.

The tailgate is held closed by an electrical lock.

To open:

Press gently on the rubberized pressure plate beneath the tailgate handle.

The lock is released.

Lift by the outside handle in order to open the tailgate.

Important
  • Handle the rubber panel with care to avoid damage to its electrical contact. Minimal force is required for activation.
  • Do not exert the lifting force on the rubber panel when opening – lift the handle.

It is also possible to unlock the tailgate with a foot movement (Option/accessory) under the rear bumper, see separate section.

WarningDo not drive with an open tailgate! Toxic exhaust fumes could be drawn into the car through the cargo area.

Fuses in cargo area

Fuses in the cargo area protect, amongst other things, power seats, airbags and seatbelt tensioners.
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The central electrical unit is located under the storage compartment on the right-hand side.

Special pliers are housed on the inside of the cover to facilitate replacement of tripped fuses.

The fuse box in the engine compartment also provides space for several spare fuses.

PositionsThe positions of the fuses are shown on the inside of the cover. Functions and components in the fuse table cover several models and engine alternatives. A fuse description can therefore apply to fewer than those in the table, or be completely missing, depending on how the car is equipped.

If a position has multiple table values, it is due to variations in equipment level. In which case, follow the value of the fuse being replaced. In the event of doubt – contact a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

Function Ampere Type
  Rear window defroster 30 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Compressor, air suspension 40 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Electric additional heater, right rear 30 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Electric additional heater, left rear 30 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Door module, right rear 20 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Control module for reduction of nitrous oxides (diesel) 30 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Power operated tailgate 25 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Door module, right rear 20 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Towbar control module(Option/accessory) 40 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Seatbelt pretensioner, right 40 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Internal relay coils 5 Micro
  Control module for reduction of nitrous oxides (diesel) 15 Micro
  Door module, left rear 20 Micro
  Alcohol lock(Option/accessory) 5 Micro
  Micro
  Towbar control module 25 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
Accessory module 40
  Door module, left front 20 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Seatbelt pretensioner, left 40 MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)
  Parking camera(Option/accessory) 5 Micro
  Micro
  Micro
  Micro
  Micro
  Micro
  Micro
  Seat heating, left rear(Option/accessory) 15 Micro
  Micro
  Blind Spot Information (BLIS)(Option/accessory.) 5 Micro
  Micro
  Seatbelt pretensioner, left 5 Micro
  Actuator, exhaust system 5 Micro
  Micro
  Control module All Wheel Drive (AWD)(Option/accessory) 15 Micro
  Seat heating, right rear(Option/accessory) 15 Micro
  MCase(This type of fuse should be replaced by a workshop. An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended)

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