Volvo XC90: Wheels and tires / Handling the spare wheel
(Not available on all models.)
Follow these instructions regarding handling the spare wheel.
Accessing the spare wheel
![Volvo XC90. Handling the spare wheel](images/handling_the_spare_wheel-1964/1449/volvo_xc90_handling_the_spare_wheel_1326.gif)
This illustration is generic and appearance may vary.
The spare tire is located in the spare wheel well under the cargo compartment
with the outside of the wheel facing downward. The spare tire is secured with a
bolt that goes through the tire and attaches it to the body. The foam block contains
all tools needed to change a wheel.
- Lift the rear edge of the cargo compartment floor.
- Unscrew the retaining bolt.
- Lift out the spare wheel.
(Not available on all models.)
The spare wheel is a Temporary Spare and can be used to temporarily replace
a punctured tire on one of the vehicle's regular wheels...
Screw the spare tire's retaining bolt back on.CAUTION
Do not attempt to unscrew the lower part of the retaining bolt if it
is attached to the body, as this could cause it to break...
Other information:
Handling phone calls in the vehicle for a Bluetooth-connected cellular phone.
Generic illustration.
Making calls
Open the phone tile.
Initiate a call by selecting the phone number from the recent calls list,
entering the number on the keypad or selecting a number from the phone book
(list of contacts)...
Washer fluid is used to keep the headlights, windshield and rear window clean.
Washer fluid containing anti-freeze should be used in very cold weather (below-freezing
temperatures).
Fill washer fluid into the reservoir with the blue cover. The reservoir is used
for the windshield washer, tailgate window washer and headlight washer*...