Driver Support

Camera and Radar Symbols and Messages

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Here are examples of some of the messages and symbols related to the camera and radar units that may be displayed in the instrument panel.

Sensor Blocked

If this symbol and the message Sensor Blocked, see Owner's manual is displayed in the instrument panel, it means that the camera and radar unit are unable to detect other vehicles, cyclists, pedestrians and large animals in front of the vehicle and that the vehicle's camera and radar-based functions may be obstructed.

The following table shows some of the situations that can cause the message to be displayed, and suggested actions:

Volvo XC90. Camera and radar unit symbols and messages

Defective camera

Volvo XC90. Camera and radar unit symbols and messages If a camera sector is dark and contains this symbol, this indicates that the camera is not functioning properly.

Volvo XC90. Camera and radar unit symbols and messages

The left camera on the vehicle is defective.

A dark camera sector may also be displayed in the following situations, but without the defective camera symbol:

  • door open
  • Tailgate Open
  • Rear view mirror folded in

Rear park assist camera

Test yourself

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