Volvo XC90: Starting and driving / Maintenance of the brake system
Regularly check the brake system components for wear.
To keep the vehicle as safe and reliable as possible, follow the Volvo service
schedule specified in the Warranty and Maintenance Records Information booklet.
After replacing brake pads and brake discs, braking effect is not adapted until
they are "broken in" by driving a few hundred kilometers (miles). Compensate for
the reduced braking effect by applying greater pressure to the brake pedal. Volvo
recommends only using brake pads approved for your Volvo.
CAUTION
The brake system's components should be regularly checked for wear.
Contact a workshop for advice on how to do this or let a workshop perform
the inspection - an authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.
Braking on wet roads
Prolonged driving in heavy rain without braking may cause braking effect to
be slightly delayed the first time the brakes are applied...
The parking brake helps keep the vehicle stationary by mechanically locking
two wheels.
The parking brake controls are located in the tunnel console
between the seats...
Other information:
In vehicles equipped with Sensus Navigation*, the driver can activate a guide
that can automatically suggest a suitable rest stop if the Driver Alert Control
(DAC) warning is given.
The Rest Stop Guidance function can be switched on or off.
Tap Settings in the center display's Top view...
Some of the exterior lights remain on to illuminate the area around the vehicle.
This is called home safe lighting.
To activate home safe lighting:
Switch off the ignition.
Push the left-side steering wheel lever toward the dashboard and release.
Exit the vehicle and lock the doors...