Driver Support

BLIS Limitations

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BLIS1 functionality may be reduced in certain situations.

Volvo XC90. BLIS limitations

Keep the marked area clean (on both the left and right sides of the vehicle)2.

Examples of limitations:

  • Dirt, ice and snow covering the sensors may reduce functionality and prevent the system from providing warnings.
  • The BLIS function is automatically deactivated if a trailer, bicycle holder or similar is connected to the vehicle's electrical system.
  • For BLIS to function effectively, bicycle holders, luggage racks or similar should not be mounted on the vehicle's towbar.
  • BLIS does not work on sharp curves.
  • BLIS does not work when the vehicle is rolling over.

1 Blind spot information

2 Note: This illustration is general and details may vary depending on model.

Test yourself

A quick Volvo XC90 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.