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Shiftlock

The automatic transmission's shiftlock func-
tion helps prevent inadvertently moving the
gear selector between different positions.

There are two types of shiftlocks: mechanical
and automatic.

Mechanical shiftlock

Shiftlock for vehicles with large gear selectors.

The gear selector can be moved back and
forth between 

N

 and 

D

. The other positions

have a shiftlock that is operated using the lock
button on the gear selector.

Press and hold the shiftlock button and move
the gear selector forward or backward
between 

P

, 

R

, 

N

 and 

D

.

Automatic shiftlock

The automatic shiftlock has a separate safety
system.

From Park – P or Neutral – N

To move the gear selector from 

P

 or 

N

 to

another gear selector position, the brake pedal
must be depressed and the ignition in mode 

II

.

For vehicles with the small gear selector, the
engine must be running.

If the gear selector is in 

N

 and the vehicle has

been stationary for at least 3 seconds (with or
without the engine running), the gear selector
will be locked in that position.

Messages in the instrument panel

If the gear selector is locked in position a mes-
sage will appear in the instrument panel e.g.

Gear lever

 

Press brake pedal to activate

gear lever

.

There is no mechanical shiftlock function.

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Related information

•

Automatic transmission (p. 418)

•

Shifting gears with automatic transmis-
sion (p. 419)

•

Deactivating the automatic shiftlock
(p. 423)

Deactivating the automatic

shiftlock

8

If the vehicle does not have electrical current,
the automatic shiftlock may be disengaged
on vehicles equipped with the large gear
selector. The shiftlock cannot be disengaged
on vehicles equipped with the small gear
selector.

Large gear selector overview.

If the vehicle cannot be driven (e.g. due to a
discharged battery), the gear selector must be
moved to the 

N

 position so that the vehicle

can be moved.

7

Applies for vehicles with the small gear selector

8

The function is not available for vehicles with the small gear selector.

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Lift the rubber mat in the storage com-
partment in front of the gear selector.
Locate the hole with a spring-loaded but-
ton in the bottom of the compartment.

Press a small screwdriver or similar object
into the hole and hold it down.

Move the gear selector to 

N

 and release

the button.

4. Replace the rubber mat.

Overview of small gear selector, where it is not pos-

sible to deactivate the shiftlock.

Related information

•

Shiftlock (p. 423)

•

Automatic transmission (p. 418)

The kickdown function

Kickdown can be used when maximum
acceleration is needed e.g. when passing.

When the accelerator pedal is depressed all
the way to the floor (past the normal full accel-
erator position), the transmission will auto-
matically engage kickdown, i.e. immediately
shift down to a lower gear.

If the accelerator pedal is released from the
kickdown position, the transmission will auto-
matically shift up again.

Safety function

The transmission control module is equipped
with a downshift protection feature to help
prevent the engine from overheating.

In some conditions, the transmission will pre-
vent downshifting/kickdown if this would lead
to such high engine speed (rpm) that the
engine could be damaged. If the driver still
attempts downshifting or kickdown at a high
rpm, nothing will happen and the original gear
will remain selected.

With kickdown, the vehicle can downshift one
or more steps at a time depending on the
engine speed. The vehicle upshifts when the
engine reaches its maximum rpm to prevent
engine damage.

Related information

•

Automatic transmission (p. 418)

The Launch function

*

Launch can be used to provide maximum
acceleration from a standstill. The function is
available for the drive modes: 

Dynamic

,

Comfort

 and 

Individual

.

Activating Launch

Make sure that the vehicle is stationary and
that the wheels are pointing straight ahead.

1. Put the gear selector in 

D

 position.

2. Depress the brake pedal fully.

3. Then fully depress the accelerator pedal.

4. Release the brake pedal within 2 seconds.

NOTE

If the Launch function does not work, wait
a few minutes to let the driveline reach
working temperature before trying again.

CAUTION

The driveline is exposed to wear when
using Launch and the function is therefore
only available a limited number of times.

Related information

•

Automatic transmission (p. 418)

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Automatic transmission symbols

and messages

If a problem occurs with the transmission, a
symbol and a message are displayed in the
instrument panel.

CAUTION

Check the operating temperature of the
transmission to help avoid damage to any
of the drive system components. If there is
a risk of overheating, a warning symbol will
appear in the instrument panel and a text
message will be displayed. Follow the rec-
ommendations given.

Symbol Meaning

A fault has occurred in the trans-
mission.

Read the message in the instru-
ment panel.

Hot or overheated transmission.

Read the message in the instru-
ment panel.

Temporary fault in driveline.

Read the message in the instru-
ment panel.

Related information

•

Automatic transmission (p. 418)

All Wheel Drive (AWD)

*

All-wheel drive (AWD

9

), also called four-

wheel drive, means that power is distributed
to all four wheels, which improves traction.

To achieve the best traction, power is auto-
matically directed to the wheels that have the
best grip. The system continuously calculates
the need for torque to the rear wheels, and
can immediately redistribute up to half of the
engine's torque to the rear wheels.

All-wheel drive also has a stabilizing effect at
higher speeds. In normal driving conditions,
most of the engine's power is directed to the
front wheels. When the vehicle is stationary,
all-wheel drive is always activated in prepara-
tion for maximum traction during acceleration.

All-wheel drive reacts differently depending on
which drive mode is selected.

Related information

•

Drive modes

*

 (p. 425)

•

Low Speed Control

*

 (p. 438)

•

Transmission (p. 418)

Drive modes

*

Drive modes affect the vehicle's driving cha-
racteristics in different ways to enhance and
simplify the driving experience in certain
types of situations.

Drive modes enable easy access to the vehi-
cle's many functions and settings in different
driving situations. The following systems are
adapted to help optimize driving characteris-
tics in each drive mode:

•

Steering

•

Engine/transmission/all-wheel drive

*

•

Brakes

•

Pneumatic suspension

*

 and shock absorb-

ers

•

Instrument panel

•

Start/Stop function

•

Climate control settings

Select the drive mode that is adapted to the
current driving conditions. Keep in mind that
not all drive modes are available in all situa-
tions.

Available drive modes

When the engine is started, the vehicle will be
in 

Comfort

 mode and the start/stop function

will be activated. Drive mode can be changed
once the vehicle is started, e.g. to 

Individual

mode. Once 

Individual

 mode is selected, you

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can adjust settings to personal preferences,
e.g. to show the tachometer.

Comfort

Comfort

 is the vehicle's default mode. This

setting offers driving comfort, light steering
and soft suspension.

In 

Comfort

 mode, no tachometer will be dis-

played in the instrument panel

10

.

Eco

•

Adapt the vehicle for more fuel-efficient
and eco-friendly driving with 

Eco

 mode.

In this mode, the Start/Stop function is acti-
vated, the ground clearance is lower to reduce
air resistance and certain climate settings are
reduced.

When driving in 

Eco

 mode, an ECO gauge

indicating how economical the driving is will
be displayed in the instrument panel.

Off Road

•

Helps maximize the vehicle's ability to tra-
verse difficult terrain or poor roads.

In this mode, ground clearance is high, steer-
ing is light, and all-wheel drive

*

 and the low-

speed function with assistance for driving
downhill (HDC

11

) are activated. The Start/Stop

function is deactivated.

This mode can only be activated at low
speeds. The permitted speed range will be
shown in the speedometer. If this speed is
exceeded, 

Off Road

 mode will be deactivated

and another drive mode activated.

In 

Off Road

 mode, a compass will be dis-

played between the speedometer and the
tachometer in the instrument panel.

NOTE

This drive mode is not designed to be used
for normal street driving.

NOTE

Due to the increased ground clearance, if
the 

Off Road

 mode was selected when

the engine was switched off, the suspen-
sion will lower when the engine is restar-
ted.

CAUTION

Do not use the 

Off Road

 drive mode when

towing a trailer without an electrical con-
nection. This could result in damage to the
pneumatic suspension system's bellows.

Dynamic

•

Dynamic

 mode is designed to help pro-

vide sportier driving characteristics and a
faster acceleration response.

Gear shifting will be faster and more distinct
and the transmission will prioritize gears with
a higher traction force.

Steering response is faster, suspension is
stiffer and ground clearance is lower to help
reduce body roll when cornering.

The Start/Stop function is deactivated.

Dynamic

 mode is also available in a 

Polestar

Engineered

*

 version.

9

All Wheel Drive

10

Only applies to vehicles with 8-inch instrument panels.

11

Hill Descent Control

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Individual

•

Customizes drive mode to personal prefer-
ences.

Select one of the drive modes as a basis and
adjust the settings to achieve your preferred
driving characteristics. These settings will be
stored in the active driver profile and will be
available every time the vehicle is unlocked
with that remote key.

Individual drive mode is only available if it has
been activated in the center display.

Settings view

12

 for Individual drive mode.

1. Tap 

Settings

 in the Top view.

2. Tap 

My Car

Individual Drive Mode

and select 

Individual Drive Mode

.

3. Under 

Presets

, select one of the following

drive modes as a basis: 

Eco

, 

Comfort

,

Dynamic

 or 

Polestar Engineered

*

.

The following settings can be modified:

•

Driver Display

•

Steering Force

•

Powertrain Characteristics

•

Brake Characteristics

•

Suspension Control

•

ECO Climate

•

Start/Stop

.

Related information

•

Changing drive mode

*

 (p. 428)

•

Eco drive mode (p. 428)

•

Economical driving (p. 441)

•

Start/Stop function (p. 431)

•

Low Speed Control

*

 (p. 438)

•

Hill Descent Control

*

 (p. 440)

•

All Wheel Drive (AWD)

*

 (p. 425)

•

Driver profiles (p. 140)

•

Regenerative braking

*

 (p. 417)

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Changing drive mode

*

Select the drive mode that is adapted to the
current driving conditions.

The drive mode is changed using the control
in the tunnel console.

Keep in mind that not all drive modes are
available in all situations.

To change drive mode:

1. Press the 

DRIVE MODE

 control.

> A pop-up menu will appear in the cen-

ter display.

2. Roll the wheel upward or downward to

the desired drive mode.

3. Press the drive mode control or tap its

button in the center display to confirm the
selection.
> The selected drive mode is shown in

the instrument panel.

Related information

•

Drive modes

*

 (p. 425)

•

Activating and deactivating Eco drive
mode using the function button (p. 431)

•

Activating and deactivating Low Speed
Control

*

 using the function button

(p. 439)

•

Activating and deactivating Hill Descent
Control

*

 using the function button

(p. 441)

Eco drive mode

Eco

 drive mode can help make driving more

fuel-efficient and eco-friendly.

Use this mode to save fuel and promote eco-
friendly driving.

When 

Eco

 mode is activated, the following

characteristics are modified:

•

The automatic transmission's shifting
points.

•

Engine control and accelerator pedal
response.

•

Eco Coast functionality is activated and
engine braking is disabled when the accel-
erator pedal is released at speeds
between 65 and 140 km/h
(40 and 87 mph).

•

Some of the climate system settings will
be reduced or switched off.

•

The suspension's self-leveling function

*

will lower ground clearance to help reduce
wind resistance.

•

Information will be shown in the ECO
gauge in the instrument panel to help pro-
mote more eco-friendly and economical
driving.

Coast function Eco Coast

Eco Coast essentially deactivates engine brak-
ing, allowing the vehicle's kinetic energy to be
used to roll greater distances. When the driver

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releases the accelerator pedal, the transmis-
sion is automatically disengaged from the
engine. Engine speed is reduced to idling
speed to reduce fuel consumption.

This function is most effective in driving situa-
tions where the vehicle can roll freely for a
long distance e.g. on roads with slight down-
grades or when a decrease in speed is antici-
pated such as when approaching an area with
a lower speed limit.

Activating Eco Coast

The function is activated when the accelerator
pedal is fully released and the following condi-
tions are met:

•

Eco

 drive mode is activated.

•

The gear selector is in 

D

.

•

The vehicle's speed is approximately
65-140 km/h (40-87 mph).

•

The gradient of the downgrade is less than
approximately 6%.

COASTING

 will be displayed in the instrument

panel when Eco Coast is being used.

Limitations

Eco Coast is not available if

•

the engine and/or transmission are not at
normal working temperatures

•

the gear selector is moved from 

D

 to man-

ual shifting mode

•

the vehicle's speed is not within the
65-140 km/h (40-87 mph) range

•

the gradient of the downgrade is more
than approximately 6%

•

the steering wheel paddles

*

 are being

used for manual shifting.

Deactivating and turning off Eco Coast

In certain situations, it may be advisable to
deactivate or turn off Eco Coast so that engine
braking can be used. These situations might
include driving down steep hills or before
passing another vehicle to help ensure this
can be done as safely as possible.

Deactivate Eco Coast by

•

pressing the accelerator or brake pedal

•

moving the gear selector to manual mode

•

using the steering wheel paddles

*

 to shift.

Turn off Eco Coast by

•

switching to another drive mode

*

•

deactivating 

Eco

 drive mode in Function

view.

It is possible to roll short distances even with-
out Eco Coast in order to help conserve fuel.
However, for the best fuel economy, Eco
Coast should be activated and used to roll
longer distances.

Cruise control Eco Cruise

When cruise control is activated in the 

Eco

drive mode, the vehicle's acceleration and
deceleration will be slower than in other drive
modes to help further conserve fuel. Because
of this, the vehicle's actual speed may be
slightly above or below the set speed.

•

On a level road, the vehicle's actual speed
may differ from the set speed when cruise
control is active and the vehicle is coast-
ing.

•

On a steep uphill gradient, the vehicle's
speed is reduced until the transmission
downshifts. Reduced acceleration is then
initiated in order to reach the set speed.

•

On a downhill gradient in which the vehi-
cle is coasting, the vehicle's actual speed
may be slightly above or below the set
speed. The function uses engine braking
to keep the set speed. If necessary, the
normal brakes are also applied.

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ECO gauge in the instrument panel

Eco gauge in 12" instrument panel

*

.

Eco gauge in 8" instrument panel.

The ECO gauge indicates how economical
current driving is:

•

A low reading in the green area of the
gauge indicates economical driving.

•

A high reading is shown when driving is
not economical, e.g. heavy braking or
rapid acceleration.

The ECO gauge also has an indicator showing
how a reference driver would drive in the same
driving situation. This is shown by the short
pointer in the gauge.

ECO Climate

In 

Eco

 mode, ECO climate is automatically

activated in the passenger compartment to
help reduce energy consumption.

NOTE

When the 

Eco

 drive mode is activated, set-

tings for certain climate system and elec-
tricity consuming functions are reduced.
Some of these settings can be reset man-
ually, but full functionality will only be
restored by switching off 

Eco

 mode or

adapting the 

Individual

*

 drive mode to full

climate system functionality.

If condensation forms on the windows, tap the
max defroster button, which will function nor-
mally.

Related information

•

Changing drive mode

*

 (p. 428)

•

Activating and deactivating Eco drive
mode using the function button (p. 431)

•

Drive modes

*

 (p. 425)

•

Economical driving (p. 441)

•

Start/Stop function (p. 431)

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Activating and deactivating Eco

drive mode using the function

button

There is a function button for 

Eco

 drive mode

in the center display's Function view if the
vehicle is not equipped with a drive mode
control in the tunnel console.

When the engine is switched off, 

Eco

 mode is

deactivated and must therefore be reactivated
each time the engine is started. 

ECO

 will be

displayed in the instrument panel when the
function is activated.

Selecting Eco drive mode in the center
display's Function view

–

Tap the 

Driving Mode ECO

 button to

activate or deactivate the function.

> An indicator light in the button will illu-

minate when the function is activated.

Related information

•

Eco drive mode (p. 428)

•

Changing drive mode

*

 (p. 428)

•

Drive modes

*

 (p. 425)

Start/Stop function

Start/Stop is a function that temporarily
switches off the engine when the vehicle has
stopped, e.g. at a traffic light or in heavy traf-
fic, and then starts it again automatically
when needed.

The Start/Stop function reduces fuel con-
sumption, which helps to reduce exhaust
emissions.

The system makes it possible to drive more
economically and climate-smart by letting the
engine auto-stop when appropriate.

Related information

•

Driving with the Start/Stop function
(p. 431)

•

Conditions for the Start/Stop function
(p. 433)

•

Drive modes

*

 (p. 425)

Driving with the Start/Stop

function

Start/stop is a function that temporarily turns
off the engine when the vehicle is stationary
and then automatically starts it when needed.

The Start/Stop function is available when the
ignition is started and can be activated if cer-
tain conditions are met.

The instrument panel indicates when the func-
tion is

•

Available

•

active

•

not available.

All of the vehicle's ordinary systems, such as
lighting, radio, etc. function normally when the
engine has been auto-stopped. Certain func-
tions may be temporarily reduced however
such as the climate system's blower speed or
extremely high audio system volume.

Auto-stop

To auto-stop the engine:

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•

Stop the vehicle by applying the brakes
and keep the brake pedal depressed. The
engine will auto-stop.

In 

Comfort

 or 

Eco

 drive mode, the engine

may auto-stop before the vehicle has com-
pletely stopped.

With Adaptive Cruise Control or Pilot Assist
activated, the engine will auto-stop about
three seconds after the vehicle has stopped.

Auto-start

The following conditions must be met for the
engine to auto-start.

•

Release the brake pedal. The engine will
auto-start and the vehicle can be driven.
On an uphill gradient, Hill Start Assist
(HSA

13

) will activate to help prevent the

vehicle from rolling backward.

•

When the Auto-hold function is activated,
auto-start will be delayed until the acceler-
ator is pressed.

•

When Adaptive Cruise Control or Pilot
Assist are activated, the engine will auto-
start when the accelerator pedal is
depressed or the 

 button on the left-

side steering wheel keypad is pressed.

•

Maintain pressure on the brake pedal and
press the accelerator pedal. The engine
will auto-start.

•

On a downhill gradient: Release the brake
pedal slightly so that the vehicle begins to
roll. The engine will auto-start after a slight
increase in speed.

Symbols in the instrument panel

 White – Displayed in the tachometer

when the function is available.

 Green – Shown in the tachometer

when the function is active and the engine is
auto-stopped.

 Gray – When the symbol is grayed-

out with a line through it, the function is not
available.

If no symbol is shown, the function is
switched off.

The function is active and the engine has auto-stop-

ped.

On vehicles with the 8-inch instrument panel,
the symbol will be shown at the bottom of the
speedometer.

Related information

•

Deactivating the Start/Stop function
(p. 433)

•

Conditions for the Start/Stop function
(p. 433)

•

Start/Stop function (p. 431)

•

Hill Start Assist (p. 417)

•

Auto-hold brakes (p. 415)

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Deactivating the Start/Stop

function

In certain situations, it may be advisable to
turn the Start/Stop function off.

To turn off Start/Stop, tap the

Start/Stop

 function button

in the center display's Func-
tion view. The indicator light
in the button will go out
when the function has been
turned off.

The function will remain turned off until:

•

it is reactivated

•

the drive mode is changed to 

Eco

.

Related information

•

Driving with the Start/Stop function
(p. 431)

•

Conditions for the Start/Stop function
(p. 433)

Conditions for the Start/Stop

function

Certain conditions must be met for Start/
Stop to function.

If any condition is not met, this will be indi-
cated in the instrument panel.

The engine does not auto-stop

The engine will not auto-stop if:

•

The vehicle has not reached a speed of
ca 10 km/h (6 mph) after starting.

•

After several auto-stops, the speed must
again exceed approximately ca 10 km/h
(6 mph) before the next auto-stop.

•

The driver has not fastened the seatbelt.

•

The engine is not running at its normal
operating temperature.

•

The ambient temperature is under
approximately -5 °C (23 °F) or over
approximately 30 °C (86 °F).

•

Windshield heating is activated.

•

The climate system settings and the
actual climate in the passenger compart-
ment differ.

•

The vehicle is in reverse.

•

The driver is making large steering wheel
movements.

•

The road gradient is very steep.

•

The hood is open.

•

Driving at high altitude and the engine has
not reached its normal operating tempera-
ture.

•

ABS has been activated.

•

Hard braking (even if the ABS system has
not been activated).

•

Many starts during a short period of time
have triggered the starter motor's over-
heating protection.

•

The exhaust system's particulate filter is
full.

•

A trailer is connected to the vehicle's elec-
trical system.

•

The transmission is not running at its nor-
mal operating temperature.

•

The gear selector is in mode 

M

 (

±

).

•

If traffic conditions allow it (for example in
a traffic jam).

The engine does not auto-start

The engine will not auto-start after an auto-
stop if:

•

The driver is not wearing a seat belt, the
gear selector is in the 

P

 position and the

driver's door is open. The engine must be
started normally.

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The engine auto-starts while the brake
pedal is depressed

In the following situations, the engine will
auto-start even if the brake pedal is
depressed:

•

High levels of condensation on the inside
of the windows.

•

The climate system settings and the
actual climate in the passenger compart-
ment differ.

•

The brake pedal is pumped repeatedly.

•

The hood is open.

•

The vehicle begins to roll or increases
speed slightly if the engine auto-stopped
before the vehicle was at a standstill.

•

The driver's seat belt is unbuckled with the
gear selector in the 

D

 or 

N

 positions.

•

The gear selector is moved from 

D

 to 

R

 or

M

 (

±

).

•

The driver's door is opened with the gear
selector in 

D

. An audible signal and a text

message informs the driver that the igni-
tion is on.

WARNING

Do not open the hood if the engine has

auto-stopped. Turn off the engine by

switching off the ignition before lifting the

hood.

Related information

•

Start/Stop function (p. 431)

•

Driving with the Start/Stop function
(p. 431)

•

Deactivating the Start/Stop function
(p. 433)

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Leveling control

*

 and suspension

The vehicle's leveling control system adjusts
the suspension and shock absorbers auto-
matically to help optimize comfort and con-
trol while driving. Leveling can also be con-
trolled manually to facilitate loading or get-
ting in and out of the vehicle.

Pneumatic suspension and shock
absorbers

The system is adapted to the selected drive
mode and vehicle speed. The pneumatic sus-
pension reduces the vehicle's ground clear-
ance at higher speeds to reduce air resistance
and increase stability. The shock absorbers are
normally set to help optimize comfort and are
adjusted continuously according to the road
surface and the vehicle's acceleration, braking
and cornering.

The instrument panel indi-
cates when the suspension
level is being adjusted.

The following apply if a door or the tailgate is
opened:

•

If a door is opened, the level can only be
adjusted upwards.

•

If the tailgate is open, the level can only be
adjusted downwards.

Parking

When parking, make sure that there is ade-
quate space above and below the vehicle
since ground clearance may vary depending
on e.g. ambient temperature, how the vehicle
is loaded, if loading mode is used, which drive
mode is selected after the engine is started,
etc.

The level may also be adjusted a period after
the vehicle is parked. This is to compensate
for any height changes that may occur due to
temperature changes in the air springs when
the vehicle cools.

Transporting

When transporting the vehicle on a ferry, train
or truck, only secure (lash) the vehicle around
the tires, not using any other parts of the chas-

sis. Changes in the pneumatic suspension
may occur during transport, which could
adversely affect the lashing and result in dam-
age.

Symbols and messages

If a problem occurs with the leveling control, a
message will be displayed in the instrument
panel.

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Symbol

Message

Meaning

Suspension

Deactivated by user

Active chassis has been switched off manually by the user.

Suspension

Temporarily reduced performance

Active chassis performance has been temporarily reduced due to extensive system use.

Suspension

Service required

A fault has occurred. Visit a workshop

A

 as soon as possible.

Suspension failure

Stop safely

A critical fault has occurred. Stop safely, have the car towed to a workshop

A

.

STARTING AND DRIVING

* Option/accessory.

437

Symbol

Message

Meaning

Suspension

Slow down Vehicle too high

A fault has occurred. If the message appears while driving, contact a workshop

A

.

Suspension

Auto adjusting vehicle level

Level control to target height is in progress.

A

An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.

Related information

•

Leveling control settings

*

 (p. 438)

•

Drive modes

*

 (p. 425)

STARTING AND DRIVING

* Option/accessory.

438

Leveling control settings

*

Turn off leveling control before lifting the
vehicle with a jack to help avoid problems
with the pneumatic suspension.

The vehicle can be lowered or raised to make
it easier to load or for passengers to get in
and out.

Adjusting loading mode

Use the buttons in the cargo compartment to
raise or lower the rear section of the vehicle to
facilitate loading or unloading the vehicle or
connecting or disconnecting a trailer.

Center display settings

Easy Entry and Exit Suspension Control

The vehicle can be lowered to make it easier
to get in and out.

Activating easy entry in the center display:

1. Tap 

Settings

 in the Top view.

2. Tap 

My Car

Mirrors and Convenience

.

3. Select 

Easy Entry and Exit Suspension

Control

.

> When the vehicle is parked and the

engine is turned off, the level is low-
ered. (Level adjustment will stop if a
side door is opened and will resume
after a slight delay when the door has
been closed.) When the engine is
started and the vehicle begins to move,
the level will be raised to the height set
by the selected drive mode.

Disable Leveling Control

In certain situations this function must be
turned off e.g. before the vehicle is raised
using a jack

*

. The level difference caused by

raising the vehicle with a jack could cause
problems with the pneumatic suspension.

Turning off the function in the center display:

1. Tap 

Settings

 in the Top view.

2. Tap 

My Car

Parking Brake and

Suspension

.

3. Select 

Disable Leveling Control

.

Related information

•

Leveling control

*

 and suspension (p. 435)

•

Loading recommendations (p. 579)

Low Speed Control

*

The low-speed function (LSC

14

) facilitates

and improves control and traction on rough
roads and slippery surfaces, e.g. when towing
a trailer on grass or up boat ramps.

In vehicles equipped with drive mode con-
trol

*

, the function is included in the 

Off Road

drive mode.

Low Speed Control is designed for driving on
rough roads and when towing trailers at low
speeds, up to approximately 40 km/h (25
mph).

Low Speed Control prioritizes low gear posi-
tions and traction. If the vehicle is all-wheel
drive, power is automatically distributed
evenly to provide as much traction as possible
on all wheels and reduce the risk of wheel
spin. The accelerator pedal will be less respon-
sive to improve traction and speed control at
low speeds.

The function is activated together with Hill
Descent Control (HDC

15

), which makes it pos-

sible to control speed going down steep hills
using the accelerator pedal and reduces the
need to use the brake pedal. The system
makes it possible to maintain a low and uni-
form speed when driving down steep hills.