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EnglishDriver support -> Electronic stability control for your Volvo XC40 2018-2026
DRIVER SUPPORT
Adaptive cruise control* (p. 303)
Pilot Assist* (p. 312)
Driving support systems
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Speed-dependent steering force
The car is equipped with different driver sup-
port systems which can assist the driver in
different situations, either actively or pas-
sively.
For example, the systems can help the driver
to:
Speed related power steering causes the
steering wheel force to increase with the
speed of the car so as to be able to give the
driver enhanced sensitivity. On motorways
the steering is firmer. When parking and at
low speed steering is light and requires less
effort.
Overtaking Assistance* (p. 323)
Lane assistance (p. 329)
Steering assistance at risk of collision
(p. 336)
Rear Collision Warning* (p. 342)
BLIS* (p. 343)
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maintain a set speed
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maintain a certain time interval to the vehi-
cle ahead
Reduced power
In rare situations, the power steering may
need to work at reduced power, and turning
the steering wheel may then seem slightly
heavier. This may occur when the power steer-
ing becomes too hot and then needs tempo-
rary cooling. It may also occur if the power
supply is disrupted.
Driver Alert Control (p. 347)
Cross Traffic Alert* (p. 349)
Park Assist* (p. 353)
prevent a collision by giving a warning to
the driver and braking the car
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help the driver to park.
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Park assist camera* (p. 359)
Radar unit (p. 378)
Some of the systems are fitted as standard
while others are options – which alternative
applies is market dependent.
Camera unit (p. 387)
In the event of reduced
power, the message Power
steering Assistance
temporarily reduced is
shown, as well as this symbol
in the driver display.
Related information
IntelliSafe – driver support and safety
(p. 31)
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Connected Safety (p. 271)
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While the power steering is working at
reduced power, the driver support functions
and steering assistance systems are not avail-
able.
City Safety™ (p. 273)
Road Sign Information* (p. 287)
Speed limiter (p. 293)
Automatic speed limiter (p. 297)
Cruise control (p. 300)
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DRIVER SUPPORT
Electronic stability control
WARNING
WARNING
Electronic Stability Control (ESC1) helps the
driver to avoid skidding and improves the
car's traction.
If the temperature increases too much, the
servo may be forced to switch off com-
pletely. In such a situation, the driver dis-
play shows the Power steering failure
Stop safely message, combined with a
symbol.
The function is supplementary driver
support intended to facilitate driving
and make it safer – it cannot handle all
situations in all traffic, weather and
road conditions.
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The driver display shows this
symbol when the system is
engaged.
The driver is advised to read all sec-
tions in the Owner's Manual that relate
to this function to learn about factors
such as its limitations and what the
driver should be aware of before using
the system.
Braking from the system may
be heard as a pulsing sound,
and the car may accelerate
Change the steering force level*
Steering wheel resistance can be adjusted
when using INDIVIDUAL drive mode.
more slowly than expected when applying the
throttle.
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Tap on Settings in the centre display's
top view.
The system consists of the following subfunc-
tions:
Driver support functions are not a sub-
stitute for the driver's attention and
judgement. The driver is always
responsible for ensuring the car is
driven in a safe manner, at the appro-
priate speed, with an appropriate dis-
tance to other vehicles, and in accord-
ance with current traffic rules and reg-
ulations.
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2. Select My Car Drive Modes
Steering Force.
Stability function2
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Spin control and traction control system
Engine Drag Control
Steering wheel resistance selection can only
be accessed if the car is stationary or is mov-
ing at low speed and in a straight line.
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Trailer stability assist
Related information
Roll Stability Control
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Drive modes* (p. 416)
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Stability function2
The function checks the driving and brake
force of the wheels individually in order to sta-
bilise the car.
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Electronic Stability Control
Also known as Active Yaw Control.
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Spin control and traction control
system
The function is active at low speed and brakes
the drive wheels that spin so that additional
traction shall be transferred from the drive
wheels that are not spinning.
Roll Stability Control
Electronic Stability Control in sport
mode
The stability system (ESC6) is always acti-
vated – it cannot be switched off. However,
the driver can select ESC Sport Mode,
which allows for a more active driving experi-
ence.
With the ESC Sport Mode subfunction
selected, intervention from the system is
reduced and the car is allowed to skid more
and greater control than normal is thus trans-
ferred to the driver.
This function reduces the risk of overturning,
for example during a sudden evasive manoeu-
vre or if the car skids. The system registers if
and how much the car's lateral inclination
changes. This information is used to calculate
the risk of the car overturning. If the car is at
risk, its electronic stability control system
engages, the engine torque is reduced and
one or more wheels are braked until the car
has regained its stability.
The function can also prevent the driving
wheels from spinning against the road surface
during acceleration.
Engine Drag Control
Engine Drag Control (EDC3) can prevent invol-
untary wheel locking, e.g. after shifting down
or engine braking when driving in low gear on
slippery road surfaces.
WARNING
When ESC Sport Mode is selected, the func-
tion can be considered as deactivated, despite
the function continuing to help the driver in
many cases.
Under normal driving conditions, the sys-
tem improves the car's road safety, but this
must not be taken as a reason to increase
speed. Always follow the normal precau-
tions for safe driving.
Involuntary wheel locking while driving can,
amongst other things, impair the driver's abil-
ity to steer the car.
Trailer stability assist*4
With ESC Sport Mode selected, Trailer
Related information
Stability Assist (TSA7) is deactivated.
Trailer stability assist (TSA5) stabilises a car
towing a trailer in situations where they begin
snaking.
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ESC Sport Mode also provides more traction
even if the car has become bogged down or is
driving on a loose surface, such as in sand or
deep snow.
Trailer Stability Assist is deactivated if ESC
Sport Mode is activated.
Trailer stability assist* (p. 454)
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Engine Drag Control
Trailer stability assist is included when the Volvo genuine towbar is installed.
Trailer Stability Assist
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DRIVER SUPPORT
The ESC Sport Mode function cannot be
selected when one of the following functions
is activated:
Related information
Activating or deactivating sport
mode for electronic stability
control
The stability system (ESC8) is always acti-
vated – it cannot be switched off. However,
the driver can select sport mode, which
allows for a more active driving experience.
Activate or deactivate the
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Speed limiter
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Trailer stability assist* (p. 454)
Cruise control
Adaptive cruise control*
Pilot Assist*
function using this button in
the centre display's function
view.
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GREEN button indication – the function is
activated.
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GREY button indication – the function is
deactivated.
The driver display indicates
activated ESC Sport Mode
by displaying this symbol
with a constant glow until the
function is deactivated or the
engine is switched off. The
next time the engine is
started, the system is back in its normal mode
again.
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Trailer Stability Assist
Electronic Stability Control
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DRIVER SUPPORT
shown on the driver display. Here are some
examples.
Symbols and messages for
electronic stability control
A number of symbols and messages regar-
ding electronic stability control (ESC9) can be
Symbol Message
Specification
Constant glow for approx. 2 seconds System check when the engine is started.
Flashing light
Constant glow
The system is being activated.
Sport mode is activated. NOTE: The system is not deactivated in this mode – it is partly reduced.
The system has been temporarily reduced due to excessive brake temperature - the function is
reactivated automatically when the brakes have cooled.
ESC
Temporarily off
The system is disengaged. Stop the car in a safe place, switch off the engine and start it again.
ESC
Service required
A text message can be cleared by briefly
If a message remains: Contact a workshop –
an authorised Volvo workshop is recom-
mended.
Related information
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pressing the
button, located in the centre
of the steering wheel's right-hand keypad.
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