Newbie says Hi

[nickoso]

Morning folks.
Just bought my first Volvo a couple of days ago... and really chuffed so far.
I was looking at BMW X5s but a mechanic friend warned me off them before I got myself into a world of pain by the sound of it!
Travelled around a few miles to look at a shortlist of XC90s and bought one from Sheffield in the end. Long trip back to Cornwall was very comfortable though

Just a few questions please...

1. Is the rear mirror compass display only available with the satnav fitted models?

2. Is there really no dipstick to check the level and condition of the ATF?

3. I want to replace the 'R Design' grill badge. How does it come off the grill please?

Thanks

[AB-UK]

Originally Posted by nickoso

1. Is the rear mirror compass display only available with the satnav fitted models?

I have this but I wouldn't worry about not having it.
Very vague - tells you your rough direction only.
Look out of the window and you'd have a an idea of your direction anyway, by the position of sun for example.
Okay, not so easy at night

[nickoso]

Originally Posted by AB-UK

I have this but I wouldn't worry about not having it.
Very vague - tells you your rough direction only.
Look out of the window and you'd have a an idea of your direction anyway, by the position of sun for example.
Okay, not so easy at night

Thanks. I just like to know if I've got hidden features that weren't obvious. Like the pop out SIM carrier in the radio front... felt like James Bond when I found that!!

When I was looking at cars, one salesman dazzled me with the Volvo app that can start your car and set your heated seats going while you're still eating your breakfast. The one I bought doesn't have this feature... is it a major job to retrofit or just a software download? I can't believe I've got so soft that I'm even contemplating this!!

[nickoso]

Spent some time combing through the forum for maintenance tips, so now understand the reason there is no ATF dipstick. Mine has done 40000 miles so I’ll do an ATF change and service the Haldex in the coming months.

Just renewed the two knackered grill badges which was a nice cheap fix.

Also got a set of four genuine Volvo rubber mats from ‘swedishcaraccessories’ on a well known auction site for £45 delivered.

Deselected the auto locking doors function too after seeing a helpful video on t’internet.

[cam]

Hi mate and welcome.

[AB-UK]

Originally Posted by nickoso

When I was looking at cars, one salesman dazzled me with the Volvo app that can start your car and set your heated seats going while you're still eating your breakfast. The one I bought doesn't have this feature... is it a major job to retrofit or just a software download? I can't believe I've got so soft that I'm even contemplating this!!

I believe these features of the app are only available on model years 12 and newer. Since yours is a 2013 you should be able to access them - perhaps ask the salesman to help set up the app for you.
Alas mine is a my11, so I miss out on remote features.

[nickoso]

Originally Posted by AB-UK

I believe these features of the app are only available on model years 12 and newer. Since yours is a 2013 you should be able to access them - perhaps ask the salesman to help set up the app for you.
Alas mine is a my11, so I miss out on remote features.

I did download the app and input the VIN number for my vehicle into the screen flow, but it returned a message saying that the service was not available for my vehicle. I presume that I would need the 'Volvo On Call' feature added to my car by Volvo. I think all the 'Executive' models came with this feature, but other models only had it as an optional extra from new. I'll speak to Volvo dealership next time I'm passing to clarify this I reckon.

Thanks

[AlainBrighton]

Originally Posted by nickoso

Spent some time combing through the forum for maintenance tips, so now understand the reason there is no ATF dipstick. Mine has done 40000 miles so I’ll do an ATF change and service the Haldex in the coming months.

Just renewed the two knackered grill badges which was a nice cheap fix.

Also got a set of four genuine Volvo rubber mats from ‘swedishcaraccessories’ on a well known auction site for £45 delivered.

Deselected the auto locking doors function too after seeing a helpful video on t’internet.

Do you happen to have the link to that very helpful video as I am still searching where to find the menu to change the auto locking doors ..... as well as trying to find the menu to have the mirrors automatically folding when locking ......

[nickoso]

Originally Posted by AlainBrighton

Do you happen to have the link to that very helpful video as I am still searching where to find the menu to change the auto locking doors ..... as well as trying to find the menu to have the mirrors automatically folding when locking ......

Here’s the link for the auto lock on/off setting... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xfOd...&feature=share

Not sure about the auto folding mirrors. I’ll try and found out if it’s possible.

[Harley Dave]

IIRC auto folding mirrors are a feature available with the Can Bus Extender but they retract on ignition off rather than locking.

I found that a pain as I like to check mirrors before I get out of the car so I disabled that and just just the button to fold them now (when I bother)

Cheers

Dave