2016 Volvo XC90 Service and Repair Manual

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2016 Volvo XC90 service and repair manual — a detailed, factory-style reference for maintenance, diagnostics, and repair. Use it to confirm correct procedures, specifications, and system coverage before you start work.

Designed for technicians and DIY owners, this manual helps you troubleshoot accurately, follow step-by-step repair procedures, and reference wiring diagrams and system sections quickly while you work.

What’s included

  • Step-by-step repair procedures and service information
  • Specifications and reference data (where provided)
  • Wiring diagrams and electrical sections
  • Powertrain, brakes, steering, suspension, HVAC and more

Trims covered

  • T5 R-Design Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T6 R-Design Sport Utility 4-Door
  • Kinetic Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T5 Inscription Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T6 Momentum Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T6 Inscription Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T8 Inscription Sport Utility 4-Door
  • Inscription Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T8 Momentum Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T6 First Edition Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T8 R-Design Sport Utility 4-Door
  • Momentum Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T8 Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T5 Momentum Sport Utility 4-Door

Engines covered

  • 2.0L 1969CC l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
  • 2.0L 1969CC l4 GAS DOHC Turbo/Supercharged
  • 2.0L 1969CC l4 PLUG-IN HYBRID EV-GAS (PHEV) DOHC Turbo/Supercharged

Index / Table of contents

  • Body
  • Brakes
  • Chassis Electrical
  • Driveline
  • Engine Cooling
  • Engine Electrical
  • Engine Mechanical
  • Engine Performance & Emission Controls
  • Fuel System
  • General Information & Identification
  • Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
  • Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
  • Steering
  • Suspension
  • Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
  • Wiring Diagrams

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Vehicle Safety Data

2016 Volvo XC90 Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #16V69000026/09/2016Component: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

Volvo Cars of North America, LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Volvo XC90 and S90 vehicles manufactured April 15, 2015 through September 19, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the

Consequence

Significant water drainage into the passenger compartment may adversely affect air bag deployment in

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air conditioning drain hose for proper instal

NHTSA #21V27300021/04/2021Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2016-2020 XC90 Excellence vehicles. Liquid or condensation on the rear seat control display may cause the front passenger seat to move back as far

Consequence

The rear passenger may become trapped by the front seat without the ability to cancel the seat's mov

Remedy

Volvo Car will notify owners, and dealers will update the rear seat control display software, free o

NHTSA #19V30800017/04/2019Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

Volvo Cars of N.A., LLC (Volvo Cars) is recalling certain 2016 XC90 vehicles. Exposure to heat and humidity may cause the engine coolant bleeder hose to crack, resulting in a coolant leak.

Consequence

If the coolant leak goes unnoticed, coolant may accumulate in the catalytic converter heat shield in

Remedy

Volvo Cars will notify owners, and dealers will replace the engine side coolant bleeder hose, free o

NHTSA #23V82700007/12/2023Component: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Volvo Car USA, LLC (Volvo Car) is recalling certain 2015-2024 XC90 vehicles. The second-row seat belt buckle and lower belt anchor bolts may not be tightened properly.

Consequence

An improperly tightened seat belt buckle may not restrain an occupant as intended, increasing their

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and tighten the second-row seat belt buckle anchorage bolts, as necessary, free

NHTSA #16V26800004/05/2016Component: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016 XC90 vehicles manufactured January 27, 2015, to April 23, 2016. The sunroofs on the affected vehicles have a switch on the overhead cons

Consequence

If the switch is unintentionally pressed and the sunroof panel closes, there is an increased risk of

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will perform a software upgrade that disables the auto-close f

NHTSA #16V79800002/11/2016Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 XC90, S90, XC60, V60 Cross Country, V60, S60 Cross Country, S60, and S60 Inscription vehicles manufactured February 16, 2015, to Aug

Consequence

If the seat belt buckle separates from the bracket, the front seat passenger may not be adequately r

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the front passenger seat belt buckle stud, replac

TSB #11032678

This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 2 PDFs and 1 .PNG Oil Consumption test. Perform the test. Follow service procedure Description and Service sections updated to clarify that vehicle reports are not required.

TSB #11032671

This is a TJ text only - The purpose of this TJ is to be a master reference list to easily identify any components that are on prior approval. This TJ will be regularily updated as items are added or removed from prior approval. Curren

TSB #11031109

This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp

TSB #11031095

This is a Technical Journal: If a vehicle with panorama roof shows symptom of a rattling noise when opening, follow the description under Service. If the analysis shows that the rattling noise comes from the roller blind, similar to the noi

TSB #11028386

This is a Technical Journal: Text plus 1 jpg and 1 mp4 file -- If there is a strange chafing or creaking noise when turning the steering wheel, follow the advice under Service.

TSB #11028385

This is a TJ If detected during Pre-delivery inspection or if customer complaints of chipped/cracked/distorted screen/glass within 6 months in service we request more information, follow advise under "Service".

TSB #11027189

This is a Technical Journal: Headlamp condensation inside lens - information/leak test. If the result is not ok (air leak), it is ok to replace the headlamp

TSB #11027185

This is a TJ - Text plus 2 jpeg files and 1 mp4 file - If customer complains of the hood being hard to close or "Open Hood" DIM message, please follow advice under "service". And before replacing any parts, follow the 3 steps in the instruc

Showing the 8 most recent of 716 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20260424Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported2 injured

The contact owns a 2016 VOLVO XC90. The contact stated that while coming off a red light at 10 MPH, the contact was involved in a vehicle accident. The front end of the vehicle impacted the vehicle on

20200127Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO XC90. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IN PARK ASSIST MODE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED IN REVERSE INDEPENDENTLY AND BACKED INTO A TREE WITHOU

20200127Component: POWER TRAINCrash reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO XC90. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IN PARK ASSIST MODE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED IN REVERSE INDEPENDENTLY AND BACKED INTO A TREE WITHOU

20161024Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMCrash reported

THE TOUCH SCREEN, WHICH CONTROLS BOTH BASIC AND COMPLEX FUNCTIONS OF THE CAR, IS SO DISTRACTING TO USE THAT UNTIL SATURDAY IT WAS AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN. ON SATURDAY THAT ACCIDENT DID HAPPEN. T

20161024Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICALCrash reported

THE TOUCH SCREEN, WHICH CONTROLS BOTH BASIC AND COMPLEX FUNCTIONS OF THE CAR, IS SO DISTRACTING TO USE THAT UNTIL SATURDAY IT WAS AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN. ON SATURDAY THAT ACCIDENT DID HAPPEN. T

Showing the 5 most serious of 304 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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