Volvo XC90 Quiz
Keys, Locks and Alarm

Arming and Disarming the Alarm

In this manual: Keys, Locks and Alarm
Owner's Information — 7Your Volvo — 3Creating and registering a Volvo ID — 16Safety — 29Displays and Controls — 52Illumination — 36Seats and Steering Wheel — 19Climate Control — 45Keys, Locks and Alarm — 31Driver Support — 113Starting and driving — 70Audio, media and internet — 27Media Player — 46Wheels and Tires — 28Loading, storage and passenger compartment — 16Maintenance and Service — 59Specifications — 12
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The alarm is armed when the vehicle is locked and disarmed when the vehicle is unlocked. The alarm can also be disarmed without a functioning key.

Arming and Disarming the Alarm

The alarm is armed when the vehicle is locked and disarmed when the vehicle is unlocked.

Disarming the Alarm Without a Functioning Remote Key

The vehicle can be unlocked and disarmed even if the remote key is not functioning, e.g. if the battery is discharged.

  1. Open the driver's door using the detachable key blade.
    • This will trigger the alarm.
    Volvo XC90. Arming and disarming the alarm

    Location of the backup reader in the holder.

  2. Place the remote key on the key symbol in the backup reader in the tunnel console's cup holder.
  3. Turn the start knob clockwise and release.
    • The alarm will be disarmed.

Turning Off a Triggered Alarm

  • Press the unlock button on the remote key or put the ignition into mode I by turning the start knob clockwise and then releasing it.

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