Volvo XC90: Key, locks and alarm / Unlocking the tailgate using the remote key
The remote key can be used to unlock the tailgate while keeping the rest of
the vehicle locked.

- Press the
button on the remote
key.
- The tailgate will be unlocked but remain closed.
The side doors remain
locked and armed. The lock and alarm indicator on the dashboard will go
out to indicate that the vehicle is no longer fully locked.
Press lightly on the rubberized pressure plate under the tailgate handle
to open the tailgate. If the tailgate is not opened within 2 minutes, it
will be relocked and the alarm armed.
- With the optional power tailgate* -
Hold and press (about 1.5 seconds)
the
button on the remote key
- The tailgate will unlock and open. However, the side doors will remain
locked and armed.
* Option/accessory.
Several different sequences are available for remote unlocking.
To change this setting:
Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap My Car Locking
Remote and Interior Unlock...
In order to function correctly, the remote key must be within a certain distance
from the vehicle.
Manual use
The remote key's functions for e.g. locking and unlocking, which are activated
by pressing or
, have a range of approx...
Other information:
(Option/accessory)
The second row of seats can be adjusted to make it easier to get in and out
of the third row of seats*.
The illustration is generic.
To fold down the backrest:
Pull the handle on the upper side of the right or left outboard second row
seat upward/forward...
The brake lights are automatically illuminated when braking.
The brake lights are illuminated when the brake pedal is depressed and when the
brakes are automatically applied by a driver support system.
Emergency brake lights
The emergency brake lights are activated to warn following vehicles of hard
braking...