2018 Volvo XC90 Service and Repair Manual

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2018 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
  • T8 Momentum Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T6 Momentum Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T6 Inscription Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T8 R-Design Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T8 Inscription Sport Utility 4-Door
  • T8 Excellence 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

2018 Volvo XC90 Recalls & Complaints

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 #18V80000013/11/2018Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Volvo Car USA LLC (Volvo) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Volvo XC90, S90, V60, V60 Cross Country, V90, XC40, XC60, and V90 Cross Country vehicles. The software installed in the Vehicle Connectivity M

Consequence

If the GPS location is not provided to emergency personnel it can inhibit emergency response in the

Remedy

Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will correct the software, free of charge. The recall began D

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

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 #11028383

This is a Technical Journal: Text plus TJI-516730-1_1_0 Headliner, squeak/rattle noise If a squeaking noise can be heard from the headlining around the sun roof, see instructions under Service referring to TJI-516730-1_1_0

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

Showing the 8 most recent of 546 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20181109Component: VISIBILITY/WIPERCrash reported

VOLVO XC90 2018 MODELS WILL NOT ALWAYS DISPLAY REAR VIEW CAMERA CONTENT WITHIN 2 SECONDS OF SHIFTING INTO REVERSE AS PER FMVSS 111. THIS IS DUE TO REALLY SLOW AND LAGGING INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM. BEHAVIOR

20230328Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHERFire reported1 injured

My 2018 Volvo XC 90 engine light came on with a green turtle light indicating engine impaired performance while I was driving on the NJ Turnpike. I got off the exit, pulled over and the car started to

20190801Component: SERVICE BRAKES1 injured

WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT A SPEED OF 15-40 MPH, THE SUV IS ACTIVATING THE CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING "CITY CRASH AVOIDANCE" WITHOUT ANYTHING IN THE PATH OF THE VEHICLE. THIS ACTION IS LOCKING UP THE VE

20190801Component: UNKNOWN OR OTHER1 injured

WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT A SPEED OF 15-40 MPH, THE SUV IS ACTIVATING THE CRASH IMMINENT BRAKING "CITY CRASH AVOIDANCE" WITHOUT ANYTHING IN THE PATH OF THE VEHICLE. THIS ACTION IS LOCKING UP THE VE

20260417Component: SERVICE BRAKES

My Volvo's XC90 brakes have failed twice. At around 95,000 miles, my brakes stopped working, and then I had them repair it. They charged me close to $3,500, which they said they were able to cover und

Showing the 5 most serious of 58 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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