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Lock indication

When the vehicle is locked or unlocked, the turn
signals will flash to indicate that the vehicle has
been locked or unlocked correctly.

Exterior confirmation

Locking

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The turn signals will flash once and the door
mirrors will fold in

to confirm the vehicle is

locked.

Unlocking

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The turn signals will flash twice and the door
mirrors will fold out

to confirm the vehicle is

unlocked.

All doors, tailgate and hood must be closed for
confirmation to be given. If only the driver's door
is closed when the vehicle is locked

, the vehicle

will be locked but the turn signals will only flash
to indicate locking when all doors and the hood
and tailgate have been closed.

Lock and alarm indicator

The locks and alarm indicator on the dashboard will dis-
play the status of the locking system.

A long flash indicates that the vehicle is locked.
When the vehicle is locked, this will be indicated
by short, pulsing flashes.

Other indicators

The home safe lighting and approach lighting
functions also indicate when the vehicle is locked
or unlocked.

Lock button indicators

Front door

Lock buttons with indicator lights in front door.

Illuminated indicator lights in both front door lock
buttons indicate that all doors are locked. If any
door is opened, the lights in both doors will go
out.

Only vehicles with power folding mirrors.

Does not apply to vehicles equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive Entry*).

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In rear door*

Lock button with indicator light in rear door.

Illuminated indicator lights in each door indicate
that that particular door is locked. If any door is
unlocked and opened, the indicator light in that
door will go out. The lights in the other doors will
remain illuminated.

Related information

•

Lock confirmation settings (p. 245)

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Welcome Light (p. 164)

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Using home safe lighting (p. 164)

Lock confirmation settings

Settings for how the vehicle confirms locking
and unlocking can be adjusted in the center dis-
play's Settings menu.

Locking response:

1. Tap

Settings

in the center display's Top

view.

2. Tap

My Car

Locking

3. Tap

Visible Locking Feedback

to deacti-

vate the function or to select when the vehi-
cle should provide a visible response: during

Lock

Unlock

Both

4. Select to receive an audible response when

locking the vehicle by marking

Audible

Locking Feedback

Folding door mirrors* confirmation:

1. Tap

Settings

in the center display's Top

view.

2. Tap

My Car

Mirrors and Convenience

3. Select

Fold Mirror When Locked

to acti-

vate or deactivate the function.

Related information

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Lock indication (p. 244)

Remote key

The remote key is used to lock and unlock
doors, the tailgate and the fuel filler door. The
remote key must be in the vehicle in order to
start the engine.

Remote control key

, on left, and button-less key ((Key

Tag)*), on right.

The remote key is not physically used to start the
ignition because the vehicle is standard-equipped
with keyless start (Passive Start).

To start the vehicle, the key must be in the front
section of the passenger compartment, e.g. in the
driver's pocket or in a cup holder in the tunnel
console.

The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.

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The keyless system for locking/unlocking the
doors, tailgate (Passive Entry*) and fuel filler door
is available as an option. This system has a range
in a semicircle with a radius of approximately
1.5 meter (5 feet) out from the driver's door and
approx. 1 meter (3 feet) out from the tailgate.

With keyless start in combination with keyless
locking and unlocking, the remote key can be
located anywhere in the passenger compartment
or cargo compartment in order to start the
engine.
Each remote key supplied with the vehicle can be
linked to a driver profile with unique settings for
the vehicle. When a key with a specific profile is
used, the vehicle settings are adjusted according
to that profile.

Buttonless key, Key Tag

For vehicles equipped with keyless locking and
unlocking*, a smaller, lighter and button-less key
(Key Tag

) is also provided. It works the same

way as the regular remote key as regard keyless
start and keyless locking and unlocking. The key
is waterproof up to a depth of approx. 10 meters
(30 feet) for up to 60 minutes. It does not have a
detachable key blade and its battery cannot be
replaced.

Remote key buttons

The remote key has four buttons, one on the left side
and three on the right

  Locking - Press once to lock the doors,
tailgate and fuel filler door and arm the
alarm.
Press and hold to close all windows.
  Unlocking - Press once to unlock the
doors, tailgate and fuel filler door and disarm
the alarm.
Press and hold to open all windows at the
same time. This total airing function can be
used to e.g. quickly air out the vehicle in hot
weather.
  Tailgate - Unlock and disarm the tailgate
only. On vehicles equipped with the power
tailgate*, press and hold to automatically

open the tailgate. Press and hold to close an
open tailgate (an audible warning signal will
be given).
Panic alarm - Used to attract attention in
emergency situations. Press and hold the
button for at least 3 seconds or press twice
within 3 seconds to activate the turn signals
and horn. To deactivate, wait at least 5 sec-
onds and press the button again. If no action
is taken, the panic alarm will deactivate auto-
matically after 3 minutes.

WARNING

If anyone is left in the vehicle, make sure that

power to the power windows and panoramic

roof* is cut off by always taking the remote

key with you when you leave the vehicle.

Även kallad sportnyckel.

The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.

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NOTE

Be aware of the risk of locking the remote
key in the vehicle.

•

If the remote key or Key Tag is left in the
vehicle, it will be deactivated when the
vehicle is locked and the alarm set using
another valid key. The deactivated key will
be reactivated when the vehicle is
unlocked.

•

If the remote key or Red Key is left in the
vehicle, it will be deactivated even if the
vehicle is locked using Volvo On Call, and
will be reactivated when the vehicle is
unlocked using Volvo On Call or by
pressing the unlock button on the key.

Interference

Electromagnetic fields or obstructing objects may
interfere with the remote key's functions for key-
less start and keyless locking and unlocking*.

NOTE

Avoid storing the remote control key near
metal objects or electronic devices, e.g. cell
phones, tablets, laptops or chargers – pref-
erably no closer than 10-15 cm (4-6 in.).

If you experience interference, use the remote
key's detachable blade to unlock the vehicle and

place the remote key in the backup key reader in
the tunnel console cup holder to disarm the
alarm.

NOTE

When the remote control key is placed in the
cup holder, make sure that no other vehicle
keys, metal objects or electronic devices (e.g.
cell phones, tablets, laptops or chargers) are
found in the cup holder. Multiple vehicle keys
close to each other in the cup holder can dis-
rupt their functionality.

WARNING

California Proposition 65

Operating, servicing and maintaining a pas-

senger vehicle can expose you to chemicals

including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,

phthalates, and lead, which are known to the

State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. To mini-

mize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do

not idle the engine except as necessary, serv-

ice your vehicle in a well ventilated area and

wear gloves or wash your hands frequently

when servicing your vehicle. For more infor-

mation go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/

passenger-vehicle.

Related information

•

Locking and unlocking using the remote key
(p. 248)

•

Remote key range (p. 250)

•

Replacing the remote key's battery (p. 251)

•

Detachable key blade (p. 256)

•

Electronic immobilizer (p. 259)

•

Linking a remote key to a driver profile
(p. 140)

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Locking and unlocking using the

remote key

All doors, tailgate and fuel filler door can be
locked and unlocked simultaneously using the
buttons on the remote key.

Locking with remote key

Remote key

–

Press the

button on the remote key to

lock.

To activate the locking sequence, the driver's
door must be closed

. If any of the other doors or

the tailgate are open, they will be locked and the
alarm will be armed once they are closed.

NOTE

Be aware of the risk of locking the remote
key in the vehicle.

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Locking when the tailgate is open

NOTE

If the vehicle is locked and the tailgate is still
open, make sure that the remote key is not
left in the cargo compartment when the tail-
gate is closed and the entire vehicle is
locked

Unlocking with remote key

–

Press the

button on the remote key to

unlock.

Automatic relocking

If none of the doors or tailgate are opened within
two minutes after being unlocked, they will auto-
matically relock. This function reduces the risk of
inadvertently leaving the vehicle unlocked.

Remote key not working

NOTE

Move closer to the vehicle and try to unlock it
again.

If the remote key is not working to lock or unlock
the vehicle, its battery may be discharged. Use
the detachable key blade to lock/unlock the driv-
er's door instead.

Related information

•

Settings for remote and inside door unlock
(p. 249)

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Unlocking the tailgate using the remote key
(p. 249)

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Remote key (p. 245)

The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.

If the vehicle is equipped with keyless locking/unlocking, all side doors must be closed.

If the vehicle is equipped with keyless locking/unlocking and the key is detected inside the vehicle, the tailgate will not lock when it is closed.*

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Replacing the remote key's battery (p. 251)

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Locking and unlocking with detachable key
blade (p. 257)

Settings for remote and inside door

unlock

Several different sequences are available for
remote unlocking.

1. Tap

Settings

in the center display's Top

view.

2. Tap

My Car

Locking

Remote and

Interior Unlock

3. Select alternative:

•

All Doors

- unlocks all doors at the same time.

•

Single Door

- unlocks the driver's door. Press the remote
key unlock button twice to unlock all doors.

The settings made here also affect central lock-
ing using the inside door handle.

Related information

•

Locking and unlocking using the remote key
(p. 248)

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Locking and unlocking from inside the vehi-
cle (p. 264)

Unlocking the tailgate using the

remote key

The remote key can be used to unlock the tail-
gate while keeping the rest of the vehicle locked.

Use the

button on the remote key to disarm and

unlock the tailgate.

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1. Press the

button on the remote key.

> The lock and alarm indicator on the dash-

board will go out to indicate that the vehi-
cle is no longer fully armed.

The tailgate will be unlocked but remain
closed. However, the side doors will
remain locked and armed.

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.

2. With the optional power tailgate* -

Hold and press (about 1.5 seconds) the
button on the remote key
> The tailgate will unlock and open. How-

ever, the side doors will remain locked and
armed.

Related information

•

Locking and unlocking using the remote key
(p. 248)

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Opening and closing the power tailgate*
(p. 268)

Remote key range

In order to function correctly, the remote key
must be within a certain distance from the vehi-
cle.

Manual use

The remote key's functions for e.g. locking and
unlocking, which are activated by pressing

, have a range of approx. 20 meters (65 feet)

from the vehicle.

If the vehicle's locks do not react, move closer
and try again.

Keyless use

The shaded areas around the vehicle illustrate the range
of the system's antennas.

For keyless use, a remote key or the Key Tag
must be within the shaded areas shown in the
illustration, i.e. a semicircle with a radius of
approx. 1.5 meter (5 feet) along the sides of the
vehicle or approx. 1 meter (3 feet) from the tail-
gate.

NOTE

The functions of the remote control key can
be disrupted by ambient radio waves, build-
ings, topographical conditions, etc. The vehi-
cle can always be locked/unlocked using the
key blade.

If the remote key is removed from the
vehicle

If the remote key is removed from the
vehicle while the engine is running, the
warning message

Vehicle key not

found

Removed from vehicle

will be

displayed in the instrument panel and an audible
signal will sound when the last door is closed.

The message will disappear when the key is
returned to the vehicle and the O button on the
right-side steering wheel keypad is pressed or
when the last door is closed again.

Models equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive Entry*) only.

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Related information

•

Remote key (p. 245)

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Antenna locations for the start and lock sys-
tem (p. 264)

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Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces*
(p. 260)

Replacing the remote key's battery

The battery in the remote key must be replaced
when it is discharged.

NOTE

All batteries have a limited service life and
must eventually be replaced (does not apply
for Key Tag). The battery's service life varies
depending on how often the vehicle/key is
used.

The remote key battery should be replaced if:

the information symbol illuminates and
the message

Vehicle key bat. low

See Owner's manual

is displayed in

the instrument panel

and/or

•

the locks do not react after several attempts
to lock or unlock the vehicle using the
remote key within approx. 20 meter (65 feet)
from the vehicle.

NOTE

Move closer to the vehicle and try to unlock it
again.

The battery in the smaller key without buttons

(the Key Tag) cannot be replaced. A new key can
be ordered from an authorized Volvo workshop.

CAUTION

An end-of-life Key Tag must be turned in to
an authorized Volvo workshop. The key must
be deleted from the vehicle because it can
still be used to start the vehicle via backup
start.

This key is provided with vehicles equipped with keyless locking/unlocking (Passive Entry*).

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Opening the key and replacing the
battery

Hold the remote key with the front side

(with the Volvo logo) facing up and move the
button on the key ring section to the right.
Slide the front cover slightly upward.

The cover will loosen and can be

removed from the key.

Turn the key over, move the button to the

side and slide the rear cover slightly upward.

The cover will loosen and can be

removed from the key.

Use a screwdriver or similar object to turn
the battery cover counterclockwise so the
markers point to OPEN.

Remove the cover carefully by pressing e.g. a
fingernail into the indentation.

Pry the cover up.

The battery's positive side (+) faces upward.
Carefully pry out the battery as shown in the
illustration.

CAUTION

Avoid touching new batteries and their con-
tact surfaces with your fingers as this will
impair their function.

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Insert a new battery with the positive side (+)
facing upward. Do not touch the contact sur-
faces of the remote key battery.

Place the edge of the battery downward

into the holder. Slide the battery forward until
it locks into place under the two plastic
catches.

Press the battery downward until it locks

into place under the upper black plastic
catch.

NOTE

Use batteries with the designation CR2032,
3 V.

NOTE

Volvo recommends that batteries used in the
remote control key satisfy UN Manual of Test
and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3. The
factory installed batteries and batteries
replaced by an authorized Volvo workshop
satisfy the above criterion.

Replace the battery cover and turn it clock-
wise until it points to CLOSE.

Put the rear cover back into position and

press it down until it clicks into place.

Slide the cover back.

> A second click indicates that the cover is

correctly positioned and locked into place.

Turn the remote key over and press the

front cover down until it clicks into place.

Slide the cover back.

> An additional click indicates that the cover

is correctly in place.

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CAUTION

Be sure to dispose of end-of-life batteries in
a way that protects the environment.

WARNING

California Proposition 65

Operating, servicing and maintaining a pas-

senger vehicle can expose you to chemicals

including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide,

phthalates, and lead, which are known to the

State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects or other reproductive harm. To mini-

mize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do

not idle the engine except as necessary, serv-

ice your vehicle in a well ventilated area and

wear gloves or wash your hands frequently

when servicing your vehicle. For more infor-

mation go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/

passenger-vehicle.

Related information

•

Remote key (p. 245)

Ordering additional remote keys

Two remote keys are provided with the vehicle.
One Key Tag is also included if the vehicle is
equipped with keyless locking/unlocking*. Addi-
tional keys can be ordered.

A total of 12 keys can be programmed and used
for the same vehicle. An additional driver profile
will be added for each new remote key. This also
applies to the key tag.

Loss of a remote key

If you lose your remote key, you can order a
replacement from a workshop - an authorized
Volvo workshop is recommended. Bring the other
remaining remote keys to the workshop. As an
anti-theft measure, the code of the lost remote
key must be erased from the system.

The current number of keys registered for the
vehicle can be checked via driver profiles in the
center display's Top view. Select

Settings

System

Driver Profiles

NOTE

Volvo recommends that you order a new or
duplicate remote control key from an author-
ized Volvo workshop.

You can also obtain additional or duplicate
remote control keys from certain independent
repair facilities and locksmiths that are quali-
fied to make remote control keys. Each key
must be programmed to work with your vehi-
cle.

A list of independent repair facilities and/or
locksmiths known to Volvo that can cut and
code replacement keys can be found:

•

on Volvo's website www.volvocars.com/us

•

by calling Volvo Customer Care
1-800-458-1552.

Related information

•

Remote key (p. 245)

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Red Key - restricted remote key*

A Red Key makes it possible for the vehicle
owner to set limitations for certain vehicle prop-
erties. The limitations are intended to promote
safe use of the vehicle, e.g. when it is loaned
out.

For a Red Key, it is possible to define the vehi-
cle's maximum speed, set speed reminders and
limit the audio system's volume. Several of the
driver support systems will also always be active.
Otherwise, the Red Key functions in the same
way as a standard remote key.

One or more Red Key can be ordered from a
Volvo retailer. A total of twelve keys can be pro-
grammed and used for the same vehicle. Up to
ten may be restricted keys, but at least two must
be standard remote keys.

These restrictions are intended to help reduce
the risk of accidents and help the driver feel more

secure when handing over the vehicle to e.g. a
young driver, parking attendant or workshop. The
settings for a Red Key cannot be changed by its
user; a regular remote key is needed to change
settings.

Related information

•

Red Key* settings (p. 255)

•

Remote key (p. 245)

Red Key* settings

The holder of a regular remote key can adjust
settings for a Red Key. Certain driver support
functions are always active.

1. Tap

Settings

in the center display's Top

view.

2. Tap

System

Driver Profiles

Red Key

> The following settings can be made:

•

Set Time Gap For Adaptive Cruise
Control

•

Reduced Maximum Volume

•

Max Speed Limit

•

Speed Limit Warning

Adaptive Cruise Control*:

•

Default setting: Longest interval

Reduced maximum volume (On/Off):

•

Default setting: On

Speed Limiter (On/Off):

•

Setting interval: 50-250 km/h (30-160 mph)

•

The default setting is 120 km/h (75 mph)

•

Increments: 1 km/h (1 mph)

The following symbol and message will
be shown in the instrument panel

Red key

Speed limitation cannot

be exceeded

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Speed reminder (On/Off):

•

Setting interval: 0-250 km/h (0-160 mph)

•

Default setting: 50, 70 and 90 km/h (30, 45
and 55 mph)

•

Increments: 1 km/h (1 mph)

•

Maximum number of simultaneous remind-
ers: 6

Driver support functions

The following driver support functions will always
be active for a Red Key user:

•

Blind Spot Information (BLIS)*

•

Lane Keeping Aid (LKA)*

•

Distance Alert*

•

City Safety

•

Driver Alert Control (DAC)*

•

Road Sign Information*

Related information

•

Red Key - restricted remote key* (p. 255)

Detachable key blade

The remote key contains a detachable metal key
blade that can be used to activate a number of
functions and preform certain actions.

A Volvo workshop can provide you with the key
blade's unique code, which is recommended in
case you need to order a new key blade.

Using the detachable key blade

The detachable key blade can be used to:

•

manually open the left-side front door if cen-
tral locking cannot be activated with the
remote key.

•

emergency lock all doors.

•

activate/deactivate the rear door mechanical
child safety locks.

The button-less Key Tag

does not have a

detachable key blade. If needed, use the standard
remote key's detachable key blade.

Detaching the key blade

Hold the remote key with the front side

(with the Volvo logo) facing up and move the
button on the key ring section to the right.
Slide the front cover slightly upward.

The cover will loosen and can be

removed from the key.

Remove the key blade by pulling it up.

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Put the key blade back into its designated
spot in the remote key after use.

Replace the cover by pressing it down

until it clicks into place.

Slide the cover back.

> An additional click indicates that the cover

is correctly in place.

Related information

•

Locking and unlocking with detachable key
blade (p. 257)

•

Remote key (p. 245)

Locking and unlocking with

detachable key blade

The detachable key blade can be used to unlock
the vehicle from the outside, e.g. if the battery in
the remote key is discharged.

Unlocking

Pull the front left-hand door handle to its end
position to access the lock cylinder.

Put the key in the lock cylinder.

Turn the key clockwise 45 degrees so that
the key blade is pointing straight rearward.

Turn the key blade back 45 degrees to its
original position. Remove the key from the
lock cylinder and release the handle so that it
returns to its original position against the
vehicle.

5. Pull the door handle.

> The door will open.

Lock the door in the same way, but turn the key
45 degrees counterclockwise in step (3).

Turning off the alarm

NOTE

When the door is unlocked using the detach-
able key blade and then opened, the alarm
will be triggered.

Location of the backup key reader in the cup holder.

Turn off the alarm by:

1. Place the remote control key on the key sym-

bol in the backup reader in the bottom of the
cup holder in the tunnel console.

2. Turn the start knob clockwise and release it.

> The start knob will automatically return to

its original position - the alarm signal will
stop and the alarm will be turned off.

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Locking

The vehicle can also be locked using the remote
key's detachable key blade, e.g. if either the vehi-
cle's or remote key's batteries are discharged.

The left-hand front door can be locked by insert-
ing the detachable key into the door's lock cylin-
der.

This is the only door with a lock cylinder. The
other doors have lock mechanisms in the side of
the door that must be pushed in using the key
blade. The door will then be locked mechanically
and cannot be opened from the outside.

The doors can still be opened from inside.

Manual door lock. This is not the child lock.

–

Remove the detachable key blade from the
remote key. Insert the key blade into the
opening for the lock mechanism and push
the key in as far as possible, about 12 mm
(0.5 in).

The door can be opened from both the out-
side and the inside.
The door cannot be opened from the outside.
To return to position A, open the door using
the inside door handle.

The doors can also be unlocked by pressing the
unlock button on the remote key or the central
lock button in the driver's door.

NOTE

•

The door's lock controls only lock that
specific door, not all doors simultane-
ously.

•

A manually locked rear door with an acti-
vated manual or electric child safety lock
cannot be opened from either the outside
or inside of the vehicle. A rear door
locked in this way can only be unlocked
using the remote key or the central
unlocking button.

Related information

•

Detachable key blade (p. 256)

•

Arming and disarming the alarm (p. 276)

•

Replacing the remote key's battery (p. 251)

•

Remote key (p. 245)

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Electronic immobilizer

The electronic immobilizer is a start inhibitor that
helps prevent the vehicle from being started by
an unauthorized person.

The vehicle can only be started with the right
remote key.

The following instrument panel error messages
are related to the electronic immobilizer:

Symbol

Message

Meaning

Vehicle key
not found

See
Owner's
manual

Remote key not
recognized during
start. Place the
remote key on the
key symbol in the
cup holder and try
to start the vehicle
again.

Remote immobilizer with tracking
system

The vehicle is equipped with a system that makes
it possible to track and locate the vehicle and to
remotely activate the immobilizer to prevent the
vehicle from being started. Contact your nearest
Volvo retailer for more information and assistance
activating the system.

The following instrument panel error messages
are related to the remote immobilizer with track-
ing system:

Symbol

Message

Meaning

Remotely
immobilised

Vehicle not
possible to
start

The remote
immobilizer with
tracking system is
activated. The
vehicle cannot be
started. Contact
Volvo On Call
Service Center.

Related information

•

Remote key (p. 245)

•

Ordering additional remote keys (p. 254)

Start and lock system type

designations

The following information contains type designa-
tions for the start and lock system.

Alarm system

USA FCC ID: MAYDA 5823(3)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following condi-
tions: (1) This device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference received, including interference that
may cause undesired operation.

Canada IC: 4405A-DA 5823(3)

This device is subject to the following conditions:
(1) this device may not cause interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.

Remote keys (Passive entry/Passive
start*)

USA

Volvo Standard Key FCC ID: YGOHUF8423

Volvo Tag ID FCC ID: YGOHUF8432

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC
rules. Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:

Only certain markets and in combination with Volvo On Call*.

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