2025-2026 Volvo EX30 4 Door Driving -> Starting the car User Manual
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You can also manually activate the parking brake by pressing the P button on the right-hand steering wheel stalk.  
Powering down, locking and leaving  
When you leave and lock your car it will gradually power down. This is done automatically and the car will enter a stand-by  
state.  
You can also manually turn your car off via the display.  
Tip  
If possible, charge your car when you leave it for longer periods of time.  
8.2. Starting the car  
Starting your car requires a present and correctly used key along with pressing down the brake pedal and  
selecting a driving gear.  
Your main interaction points for starting your car are the brake pedal and the gear stalk.  
You unlock your car differently depending on which type of key you are using. Once unlocked, your car gradually powers on.  
Many features, such as the climate system, will be accessible once you enter your car.  
To start your car, press down the brake pedal and select a driving gear.  
Before you start driving, make sure that:  
All doors are closed.  
All occupants are properly seated and wearing their seatbelts correctly.  
The driver's seat, steering wheel position and mirrors are adjusted to your driving position.  
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No charging cables are connected.  
The driver area is unobstructed and that the pedals are freely moveable.  
Tip  
The car can alert you to certain conditions you should address before driving. If something is preventing you from  
starting the car, have a look in the driver information area for guidance.  
Note  
If your car is equipped with an alcohol lock, you need to take and pass a breath test before starting the car.  
Place your key on the card reader.  
1
The location of the key card reader, used if you start the car with a key card or a discharged distance-capable key.  
Press and hold the brake pedal down.  
2
Select D or R using the right-hand side steering wheel stalk.  
3
The selected gear is indicated in the driver information area. The ready symbol also appears, emphasising the transition  
from parked to a driving gear.  
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Note  
The ready symbol disappears when the car's speed exceeds walking pace. It reappears whenever the car slows  
down below the same threshold.  
8.2.1. Start-up checks  
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When you select a gear to start driving, the car performs a number of self-checks of important systems and  
functions. This short test is indicated in the driver information area.  
The start-up check is indicated by several warning and indicator symbols in the driver information area. If any of the warning or  
indicator symbols remain visible after a few seconds, it tells you that there's a fault or condition you need to address before  
driving.  
If a fault is indicated:  
Read any related information presented in the driver information area.  
For additional information about warning and indicator symbols, consult that section of the manual.  
Resolve the indicated fault before driving.  
If you cannot resolve the issue yourself, do not hesitate to contact an authorised Volvo workshop.  
After the start-up check is performed, the car continues to actively monitor many of its systems and functions.  
8.2.2. Alcohol lock  
The alcohol lock is a safety measure to prevent driving under the influence of alcohol. If your car is equipped  
with an alcohol lock, you must take and pass a breath test before you can start your car.  
If you have connected an alcohol lock, it will integrate with some of your car's systems. This means that you can receive mes-  
sages from the alcohol lock directly in the driver information area. Alcohol lock calibration should be done in accordance with  
the local laws and regulations on the limit value in force for driving legally.  
For information about a specific alcohol lock, please refer to the relevant alcohol lock manufacturer.  
Warning  
The alcohol lock is an aid and does not exempt the driver from responsibility. It is always the responsibility of the driver to  
be sober and to drive the car safely.  
Using an alcohol lock  
The alcohol lock automatically activates to be ready for use when the car is unlocked. Follow the instructions included with the  
installation of the alcohol lock, along with the messages presented in the driver information area.  
After completing a driving cycle, meaning that you have driven and then stopped, your car can be restarted within a few  
minutes without requiring a new breath test.  
Tip  
Accurate measurement  
Avoid eating or drinking approximately five minutes before the breath test.  
Avoid excessive windscreen washing as the alcohol in the washer fluid may affect the alcohol lock.  
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Emergency bypass of the alcohol lock  
In the event of an emergency or if the alcohol lock is not working, it is possible to bypass the alcohol lock. To do this, see the in-  
structions provided with the alcohol lock or contact the manufacturer.  
8.3. Turning the car off  
The car typically powers down automatically but you can also manually turn it off in the display.  
Your car can automatically turn itself off after you leave it and lock it from the outside. However, in some situations, you may  
want to manually turn it off. This can be done in the display.  
Note  
Leaving your car without locking it starts a 30-minute timer before the car automatically turns itself off. If you return to  
the driver seat before the timer runs out, it will be cancelled.  
To turn the car off manually, the car has to be in P. If the parking brake has not been automatically applied, press the parking  
brake button.  
Turning the car off manually  
Press the car symbol  
in the bottom bar and go to Settings.  
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Go to Controls → Vehicle modes → Turn off car.  
Turn the car off.  
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3
The car powers down.  
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The car can now be locked and left.  
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Note  
After being turned off, a number of essential systems remain available, such as key detection, alarm, internet connectivity  
and battery monitoring. Under normal conditions, they only use a small amount of power.  
8.4. Driving characteristics  
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