Volvo XC90 2015-2026 Owners Manual / Maintenance and service / Paintwork

Volvo XC90: Maintenance and service / Paintwork

The paintwork consists of multiple layers. It is an important part of the vehicle's corrosion protection and therefore needs to be checked regularly.

The most common types of paint damage are minor stone chips, scratches and damage to e.g. the edges of fenders, doors and bumpers. To help prevent corrosion, paint damage should be rectified immediately.

    Corrosion protection

    Your vehicle is constructed with protection against corrosion. Corrosion protection for the body consists of modern metallic protective coatings on the sheet metal, a high-quality painting process, corrosion-protected and minimized metal overlap, and shielding plastic components, abrasion protection and supplemental rust inhibitor in exposed areas...

    Touching up minor paint damage

    The paintwork is an important part of the vehicle's corrosion protection and therefore needs to be checked regularly. The most common types of paint damage are minor stone chips, scratches and damage to e...

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    Volvo XC90 2015-2026 Owners Manual: Whiplash Protection System


    The Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) is designed to help reduce the risk of whiplashtype injuries. The system consists of energy absorbing backrests and seat cushions as well as specially designed head restraints in the front seats. WHIPS is activated in the event of a rear-end collision and adapted to the angle and speed of the collision and to the characteristics of the colliding vehicle...

    Volvo XC90 2015-2026 Owners Manual: Leveling control and suspension


    (Option/accessory.) The vehicle's leveling control system adjusts the suspension and shock absorbers automatically to help optimize comfort and control while driving. Leveling can also be controlled manually to facilitate loading or getting in and out of the vehicle...

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      Connecting equipment to the vehicle's data link connector

      Incorrectly connected or installed software or diagnostic tools may have an adverse effect on the vehicle's electronics.

      We strongly recommend that Volvo owners use only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and that accessory installations be performed only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Certain accessories only work when the associated software is installed in the vehicle's computer system.

      Volvo XC90. Connecting equipment to the vehicle's data link connector

      On-board Diagnostic (OBDII) socket under the dashboard on the driver's side.

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