Volvo XC90 2015-2025 Owners Manual / Starting and driving / All Wheel Drive (AWD)

Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / All Wheel Drive (AWD)

All-wheel drive (AWD1), also called fourwheel drive, means that power is distributed to all four wheels, which improves traction.

To achieve the best traction, power is automatically directed to the wheels that have the best grip. The system continuously calculates the need for torque to the rear wheels, and can immediately redistribute up to half of the engine's torque to the rear wheels.

All-wheel drive also has a stabilizing effect at higher speeds. In normal driving conditions, most of the engine's power is directed to the front wheels. When the vehicle is stationary, all-wheel drive is always activated in preparation for maximum traction during acceleration.

All-wheel drive reacts differently depending on which drive mode is selected.

1 All Wheel Drive

    Automatic transmission symbols and messages

    If a problem occurs with the transmission, a symbol and a message are displayed in the instrument panel. CAUTION Check the operating temperature of the transmission to help avoid damage to any of the drive system components...

    Drive modes

    (Option/accessory.) Drive modes affect the vehicle's driving characteristics in different ways to enhance and simplify the driving experience in certain types of situations...

    Other information:

    Volvo XC90 2015-2025 Owners Manual: Welcome Light


    Approach lighting is activated when the vehicle is unlocked and can be used to provide light as you walk toward the vehicle. The function is activated when the remote key is used for unlocking. The parking lights, ceiling lights, footwell lights and trunk/cargo compartment lights are activated in daylight conditions...

    Volvo XC90 2015-2025 Owners Manual: Deactivating Pilot Assist


    (Option/accessory.) (Depending on market, this function can be either standard or optional.) Pilot Assist can be deactivated and switched off. A green steering wheel indicates that Pilot Assist is providing steering assistance. Press the button on the steering wheel (2)...

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      Detachable towbar

      (Option/accessory.)

      Volvo recommends the use of Volvo towbars that are specially designed for the vehicle.

      NOTE

      The optional detachable trailer hitch may not be available in all markets or on all models. Consult your Volvo retailer.

      Volvo XC90. Detachable towbar

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