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A Bluetooth-connected cellular phone's text messages can be handled in the vehicle.
The text message function must be activated on certain phones. Not all phones are fully compatible and therefore contacts and messages may not be displayed in the vehicle.
Handling text messages in the center display
Text messages are only shown in the center display if the relevant setting is made.
Tap Messages in App view to handle text messages in the center display.
- Only one line of the message will be displayed. Tap Read out to have the entire message read aloud.
- The center display keyboard cannot be used.
Reading text messages aloud in the center display
Tap the icon to have the message read aloud.
Sending text messages in the center display1
- It is possible to reply to text messages or create a new message.
- To reply to a text message - tap the name of the contact who sent the message and then tap Reply.
- To create a new message - tap Create new. Select a contact or enter a phone number.
- Write the message.
- Tap Send.
Handling text messages in the instrument panel
Text messages are only shown in the instrument panel if the relevant setting is made.
Reading new text messages aloud in the instrument panel
- To have the message read aloud, select Read out using the steering wheel keypad.
Dictating replies in the instrument panel
After the text message has been read aloud, it is possible to dictate a brief reply if the vehicle has an Internet connection.
- Tap Reply using the steering wheel keypad. A dictation dialog will start.
Message notification
Notifications can be activated and deactivated in the text message settings.
1 Only certain phones can send text messages via the vehicle. The connected phone must support the Bluetooth profile Message Access Profile (MAP).
Test yourself
A quick Volvo XC90 quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.