Get Loading and storage Guide for Volvo XC60 SUV First Generation (2008-2017)

LOADING AND STORAGE

05 Loading and storage

Storage spaces

The following is an overview of the storage

compartments in the passenger compart-

ment.

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Compartment in door panel

Storage pocket on the front edge of the

front seat cushions

Glove compartment (p. 141)

Storage compartment (p. 140), 12-volt

socket (p. 140) and AUX input/USB con-

nector*

Rear seat cup holders

Storage pocket

Related information

Vanity mirror (p. 141)

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12-volt socket in the cargo area* (p. 141)

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

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Tunnel console

The tunnel console is located between the

front seats.

Tunnel console – 12-volt sockets

The electrical sockets can be used for 12-volt

accessories such as cell phone chargers and

coolers. For the socket to supply current, the

ignition must be in at least mode I (p. 79). The

sockets are located between the cup holders

in the tunnel console and on the rear side of

the tunnel console (p. 140) for rear seat pas-

sengers.

12-volt socket in the rear center console

The maximum current consumption is 10A

(120W) if only one of the 12-volt sockets in

the passenger compartment is in use. If both

the front and rear sockets are used at the

same time, the maximum current consump-

tion per socket is 7.5A (90W).

Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.)

under armrest, AUX input/USB connec-

tor.

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Includes cup holder for driver and pas-

senger, 12-volt socket (p. 140) and a

small storage compartment.

The auxiliary sockets can also be used to

power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette

lighters and ashtrays can be purchased from

your Volvo retailer.

12-volt socket in the front tunnel console

Related information

Storage spaces (p. 138)

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WARNING

Always keep the sockets covered when

not in use.

Related information

Storage spaces (p. 138)

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12-volt socket in the cargo area* (p. 141)

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

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Glove compartment

The glove compartment provides a lockable

storage compartment for small items.

Vanity mirror

The vanity mirrors are located on the upper

side of the sun visors.

12-volt socket in the cargo area*

The 12-volt socket can be used e.g., to con-

nect the tire sealing system's compressor

(certain models) and other 12-volt accesso-

ries.

Vanity mirror with lighting

The owner's manual and maps can be kept

here. There are also holders for pens and fuel

cards. The glove compartment can be locked

manually with the key blade, see Locking/

unlocking – glove compartment (p. 165).

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The light comes on automatically when the

cover is lifted.

Fold down the cover to access the electrical

socket.

Related information

Storage spaces (p. 138)

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NOTE

Related information

Storage spaces (p. 138)

Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting (p. 342)

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The 12-volt socket in the cargo area pro-

vides electrical current even when the igni-

tion is switched off. Using the socket while

the engine is not running will drain the bat-

tery.

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Related information

Storage spaces (p. 138)

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Tunnel console – 12-volt sockets (p. 140)

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* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

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Loading – general

Loading – roof load carriers

WARNING

The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is

determined by factors such as the number of

passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight

of any accessories that may be installed, etc.

Stop the engine, put the gear selector

in P, and apply the parking brake

when loading or unloading long

objects.

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Using load carriers

Load carriers are available as Volvo accesso-

ries. Observe the following points when in

use:

The vehicle's driving characteristics

may change depending on the weight

and distribution of the load.

To increase loading space, the rear seat

backrests can be folded down, see Rear

seats – folding backrest (p. 86).

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To avoid damaging your vehicle and to

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achieve maximum safety when driving,

we recommend using the load carriers

that Volvo has developed especially for

your vehicle.

A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces a

force of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in a

head-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).

When loading the cargo area, keep the fol-

lowing in mind:

Volvo-approved removable roof racks are

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Load objects in the cargo area against

the backrest whenever possible.

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The cargo area and rear seat should

not be loaded to a level higher than

2 in. (5 cm) below the upper edge of

the rear side windows. Objects placed

higher than this level could impede the

function of the Inflatable Curtain.

designed to carry the maximum allowable

roof load for this vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg).

For non-Volvo roof racks, check the man-

ufacturer's weight limits for the rack.

Unstable loads can be secured to the

load anchoring eyelets with straps or web

lashings to help keep them from shifting.

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Never exceed the rack manufacturer's

weigh limits and never exceed the maxi-

mum rated roof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).

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Stop the engine and apply the parking

brake when loading or unloading long

objects. The gear selector can be

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Related information

Load anchoring eyelets (p. 143)

Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loads

evenly.

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knocked out of position by long loads,

which could set the vehicle in motion.

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Steel cargo grid (p. 147)

Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the

load.

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Loading – roof load carriers (p. 142)

Secure the cargo correctly with appropri-

ate tie-down equipment.

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Check periodically that the load carriers

and load are properly secured.

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Remember that the vehicle's center of

gravity and handling change when you

carry a load on the roof.

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The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel

consumption will increase with the size of

the load.

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Load anchoring eyelets

WARNING

The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of

the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to

help anchor items in the cargo area.

Cover sharp edges on long loads to

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help prevent injury to occupants.

Secure the load to help prevent shift-

ing during sudden stops.

Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast

cornering and hard braking.

WARNING

Related information

Loading – general (p. 142)

Always secure large and heavy objects

with a seat belt or cargo retaining

straps.

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The two upper hooks shown in the illustra-

tion are for holding grocery bags only.

They are not intended for anchoring heavy

objects.

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Load anchoring eyelets (p. 143)

Always secure the load to help prevent

it from moving in the event of sudden

stops.

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Switch off the engine, apply the park-

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ing brake and put the gear selector in

P when loading and unloading the

vehicle.

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Related information

Loading – general (p. 142)

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Your vehicle can be equipped with a cargo

net made of strong nylon fabric that helps

prevent objects in the cargo area from mov-

ing forward into the passenger compartment.

Grocery bag holder

The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags

in place.

Cargo net – general information

The cargo net helps protect passengers from

objects in the cargo area in the event of a

sudden stop or hard braking.

The net can be attached in two different pla-

ces:

The cargo net is available in two versions.

Rear position: behind the rear seat back-

rest

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Front position: behind the front seat

backrests

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WARNING

Be sure that the cargo net's upper

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attachment hooks are properly

inserted in the brackets and that the

lower straps are correctly attached

and pulled taut.

Grocery bag holder under the floor of the cargo

area

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The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags

in place.

Version 1

A damaged cargo net should never be

used.

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1. Open the hatch in the floor of the cargo

area.

Objects in the cargo area should be

securely anchored, even if the cargo

net is correctly installed and in use.

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2. Secure the shopping bags with the strap.

Related information

Loading – general (p. 142)

Related information

Cargo net – mounting/removing (p. 145)

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Version 2

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4. Mounting in the rear position: With the

net's rod attached to the rear upper

brackets, hook the lower straps in the

floor eyelets in the cargo area. Pull the net

strap taut.

Cargo net – mounting/removing

CAUTION

Pressure from the front seats against the

cargo net could damage the net and/or its

brackets.

Mounting the cargo net (version 1)

The cargo net is easiest to put in place

through one of the rear doors.

1. Fold out the cargo net and be sure that

the upper hinged rod is straight and

locked in position.

5. Pull the net strap taut.

Mounting the cargo net (version 2)

The easiest way to mount the cargo net is

through one of the rear doors.

2. Insert one end of the rod into the front or

rear bracket (near the ceiling). Be sure

that the lock on the lower strap is facing

toward you.

3. Insert the other end of the rod in the

opposite bracket.

– Be sure to press the end hooks on the

rod as far forward as possible in the

brackets.

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Cargo net in front position

Mounting in the front position: With the

net's rod attached to the front upper

brackets, hook the lower straps in the

eyelets in the front seat rails. Attaching

the net is easier if the front seat backrests

are upright and the seats are moved

slightly forward.

Cargo net in rear position

1. Fold out the cargo net.

2. Insert one of the net's upper attachments

into the front or rear bracket near the roof

liner with the net's storage pockets facing

rearward.

If the front seats are moved rearward,

they should not press hard against the

net.

Cargo net in rear position

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3. Insert the net's other attachment into the

bracket on the opposite side of the vehi-

cle. It is spring-loaded to help make

mounting easier.

Removing and storing the cargo net

(version 2)

CAUTION

Pressure from the front seats against the

cargo net could damage the net and/or its

brackets.

Release the lower hooks.

Be sure to press the hooks as far forward

into the brackets as possible.

Remove the net's upper attachments

from the ceiling brackets.

Removing and storing the cargo net

(version 1)

4. Mounting in the rear position: With the

net's hooks inserted into the rear upper

brackets, attach the lower hooks to the

floor eyelets in the cargo area.

Fold the net.

When not in use, the cargo net can be stored

under floor of the cargo area.

Related information

Cargo net – general information (p. 144)

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Press the release buttons on the locks on

the straps and pull out a small section of

the strap.

Cargo net in front position

Press in the catches on the straps' hooks

and remove the hooks from the eyelet.

Mounting in the front position: With the

net's upper attachments in front upper brack-

ets, attach the lower hooks to the eyelets in

the front seat rails. Attaching the net is easier

if the front seat backrests are upright and the

seats are moved slightly forward.

Fold up the net's rod at the center and

roll up the net.

When not in use, the cargo net can be stored

under floor of the cargo area.

If the front seats are moved rearward, they

should not press hard against the net.

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3. Press both sides of the cover until they

Cargo area cover

The cargo area cover can be used to conceal

objects in the cargo area.

Steel cargo grid

click into place

longer be visible.

. The red mark will no

Your vehicle can be equipped with a steel grid

that helps prevent objects in the cargo area

from moving forward into the passenger com-

partment.

4. Check that both ends of the cover are

securely locked in place.

Removing the cover

1. Press one of the end pieces of the cover

inward.

2. Pull the cover carefully upward and out-

ward. The other end will release automati-

cally from its retaining bracket.

Folding down the cargo area cover's

rear flap

The cargo area cover's rear flap points hori-

zontally when the cover is retracted (rolled

up). To fold it down:

Use

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Pull the cover over the cargo and hook it

into the holes in the rear cargo area pil-

lars.

Folding the grid up/down

Grasp the lowering edge of the grid and pull it

rearward/upward, or push it downward/

forward.

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Pull the flap slightly rearward past its sup-

ports and fold it down.

To retract (roll up) the cover, release it

from the holes and guide it toward the

rear seat backrest.

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NOTE

On models equipped with this cover, it

should be removed before a child seat is

attached to the child restraint anchors.

NOTE

Installing the cover

If the steel grid is to be used with the

optional cargo area cover, the grid must

be folded down before the cargo area

cover is put in place.

1. Press the end piece on one side of the

cargo area cover into the retaining

bracket in the side panel of the cargo

Related information

Loading – general (p. 142)

area

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2.

Do the same on the opposite side

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Installing the steel cargo grid

For information about the necessary tools

and procedures for installing/removing the

steel cargo grid, please refer to the assembly

instructions¹that were included when the grid

was purchased.

Related information

Cargo area cover (p. 147)

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Assembly instruction no. 30715972.

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