Messages on the Instrument Panel

The instrument panel shows messages in certain circumstances to inform or assist the driver.

Example of a message on the 8-inch instrument panel. The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.

Example of a message on the instrument panel. The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.

High-priority messages for the driver are shown on the instrument panel.

The messages may appear in different parts of the instrument panel depending on what other information is currently being displayed. The message will disappear from the instrument panel after a short period of time or after it has been acknowledged or any required action has been taken. Messages that need to be saved are stored in the Car Status app, which can be opened from the App view in the center display.

A message may be shown together with graphics, symbols or buttons, for example, to acknowledge the message or accept a request.

Service Messages

The following table lists a selection of important service messages and what they mean.

^A Part of message, shown along with information on the location of the problem.

^B An authorized Volvo workshop is recommended.