Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Automatic transmission

Transmission

The transmission is part of the vehicle's driveline (power transmission) between the engine and the drive wheels. The function of the transmission is to change gears depending on speed and power needs...

Shifting gears with automatic transmission

For the small gear selector, change gear position by pushing the spring-loaded gear selector forward or rearward, or to the side for manual shifting. For the large gear selector, you instead move the gear selector to the left for manual shifting...

Other information:

Volvo XC90 2015-2025 Owners Manual: Private Locking

The tailgate and the glove compartment can be locked using the private locking function to prevent them from being opened, e.g. when the vehicle is left at a workshop or with a valet. The function button for private locking is located in the center display's Function view...

Volvo XC90 2015-2025 Owners Manual: Using the rear window wiper/washer

The rear window washer/wiper is designed to clean the rear window. Use the right-side steering wheel lever to start and control the wiper/washer. Activating the rear window wiper/washer NOTE The rear window wiper motor is equipped with overheating protection that switches off the motor if it becomes overheated...