Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Automatic transmission symbols and messages

The Launch function

(Option/accessory.) Launch can be used to provide maximum acceleration from a standstill. The function is available for the drive modes: Dynamic, Comfort and Individual...

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...

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Volvo XC90 2015-2024 Owners Manual: Tread wear indicator

The tread wear indicator shows the status of the tire's tread. The tread wear indicator is a narrow elevated strip running across the tire's longitudinal tread grooves. The letters TWI (Tread Wear Indicator) are visible on the side of the tire. When approximately 1...

Volvo XC90 2015-2024 Owners Manual: Automatic braking during delayed evasive maneuvers with City Safety

City Safety1 can assist the driver by automatically braking the vehicle when it is not possible to avoid a collision by steering alone. City Safety assists the driver by periodically attempting to predict possible "escape routes" to the sides of the vehicle in the event a slow-moving or stationary vehicle were to be detected at a late stage...