2017 Volvo XC90 Technical Service Bulletins

705 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2017 Volvo XC90. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 10157854Dec 4, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. This is a Quality Bulletin. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Group, has decided to launch Recall R39917 on certain model year 2017 ? 2019 XC90, S90, V60CC, V90, XC40, V60, XC60, V90CC vehicles. Volvo has identified that the Telematics and Driver Support Systems may not function as designed due to a software error in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM).
• 10157853Dec 4, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Group, has decided to launch Recall R39917 on certain model year 2017 ? 2019 XC90, S90, V60CC, V90, XC40, V60, XC60, V90CC vehicles. Volvo has identified that the Telematics and Driver Support Systems may not function as designed due to a software error in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM). This could result in the vehicle not providing…
• 10157852Dec 4, 2018Equipment. Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
• 10156247Dec 4, 2018Electrical system. This is a Quality Bulletin. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Group, has decided to launch Recall R39917 on certain model year 2017 ? 2019 XC90, S90, V60CC, V90, XC40, V60, XC60, V90CC vehicles. Volvo has identified that the Telematics and Driver Support Systems may not function as designed due to a software error in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM).
• 10156246Dec 4, 2018Electrical system. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Group, has decided to launch Recall R39917 on certain model year 2017 ? 2019 XC90, S90, V60CC, V90, XC40, V60, XC60, V90CC vehicles. Volvo has identified that the Telematics and Driver Support Systems may not function as designed due to a software error in the Vehicle Connectivity Module (VCM). This could result in the vehicle not providing…
• 10156245Dec 4, 2018Equipment. Mandatory Tool List bulletin: Volvo mandatory Special Tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair Volvo cars. They are used in development of Volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality repairs in a timely manner. Tools are classified as mandatory because associated repairs and/or diagnostics cannot be completed properly without them.
• 10155362Nov 30, 2018Engine, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Damaged throttle body due to showroom device. To protect the throttle housing when using Volvo Car Showmode kit in the specified cars, always remove the connector from the throttle housing (see picture 34206.jpg) A new software for the BRIGO device is under development to avoid this damage. Make sure that the BRIGO device always updated with the latest software.
• 10155360Nov 28, 2018Equipment. This is a Special Tool bulletin: Mandatory allocation of special tools
• 10155358Nov 17, 2018Seats, Steering. This is a Technical Journal: T8 Seat/Steering Wheel Heating Function with Volvo On Call Mobile App
• 10155353Nov 7, 2018Equipment. Volvo Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance 'FSM330' MY2013- Factory Scheduled Maintenance up to the first 3 years or 36,000 miles (whichever comes first) as recommended in the Volvo Warranty and Maintenance Information booklet.
• 10155352Nov 6, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Performing a Total Upgrade, Service 2.0 or PDS Upgrade after the 2018 week 40 software release, will reset the sound settings back to default settings on the MY 2016 - 2018 vehicles listed above. The new software packages contain updated IHU software that will reset all customer sound settings such as treble, bass, balance and equalizer settings which will go back to default settings…
• 10155350Nov 3, 2018Engine cooling. This is a Technical Journal: T8 P0EA773 Auxiliary Cooling System Performance
• 10234662Oct 12, 2018Equipment, Engine cooling. To further enhance the customer?s Volvo ownership experience, Volvo Car USA, LLC offers the MY 2013 and later Volvo Complimentary Factory Scheduled Maintenance Program. Model Year 2013 and later vehicles, the service intervals are every 10,000 miles and ALL 2013 and later vehicles must use synthetic oil only.
• 10234679Oct 8, 2018Equipment. Infotainment System Reboots while driving (blank screen)
• 10234734Sep 18, 2018Equipment. Floor hatch compartment, hard to open or handle too loose
• 10234716Sep 18, 2018Electrical system. SPA Hybrid Irregular electrical distance to empty after Software upgrade
• 10234657Sep 16, 2018Fuel system, Equipment. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S29878 on certain model year 2017 - 2018 XC90, S90, V90, V90CC, XC60 vehicles. Volvo has identified that the lower flap in the capless unit that is located inside the fuel tank filler pipe, intermittently may not close completely after refueling. This could result in a Check Engine Light and…
• 10234646Sep 8, 2018Body and structure, Fuel system. Volvo Car USA LLC and Volvo Car Canada LTD (Volvo) on behalf of Volvo Car Corporation, has decided to launch Service Action S29878 on certain model year 2017 - 2018 XC90, S90, V90, V90CC, XC60 vehicles. Volvo has identified that the lower flap in the capless unit that is located inside the fuel tank filler pipe, intermittently may not close completely after refueling. This could result in a Check Engine Light and…
• 10157913Aug 30, 2018Equipment. Please return stock of Heaters 32206448, 32206450 to your servicing distribution center.
• 10156279Aug 30, 2018Equipment. Please return stock of Heaters 32206448, 32206450 to your servicing distribution center.
• 10157910Aug 24, 2018Equipment, Seat belts. This is a Technical Journal: If the front seat belt catch makes noise when moving against the seat upholstery, follow instruction under Service. Add adhesive tape.
• 10156276Aug 24, 2018Seat belts. This is a Technical Journal: If the front seat belt catch makes noise when moving against the seat upholstery, follow instruction under Service. Add adhesive tape.
• 10157941Aug 22, 2018Equipment. This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
• 10156289Aug 22, 2018Equipment. This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
• 10157940Aug 18, 2018Equipment, Wheels. Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
• 10156288Aug 18, 2018Equipment, Tires, Wheels. Road Force wheel balancing is the proper tool for diagnosing and repairing such issues and all of our retailers need to be prepared for these issues.
• 10157936Aug 7, 2018Tires, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: we find with automobiles. Radial force variation ( RFV ) is a condition where excessive run out will create the same symptom as an unbalanced tire. Tire balancing should be checked and corrected as needed but is not always the solution. Road Force balancing detects assembly run out measured under load simulating real world driving conditions and will provide a solution to match mount…
• 10157935Aug 7, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Parts Bulletin: 12 Volt support batteries, part number 30659531 must be maintained 9 months from the month of manufacture and every 9 months thereafter.To maintain the battery, connect the battery to an appropriate 12V battery charger. Please follow all precautions that apply when charging a larger main lead-acid battery. The battery will self-discharge over time and if allowed to be left at a…
• 10156284Aug 7, 2018Tires. This is a Technical Journal: we find with automobiles. Radial force variation ( RFV ) is a condition where excessive run out will create the same symptom as an unbalanced tire. Tire balancing should be checked and corrected as needed but is not always the solution. Road Force balancing detects assembly run out measured under load simulating real world driving conditions and will provide a solution to match mount…
• 10156283Aug 7, 2018Electrical system. This is a Parts Bulletin: 12 Volt support batteries, part number 30659531 must be maintained 9 months from the month of manufacture and every 9 months thereafter.To maintain the battery, connect the battery to an appropriate 12V battery charger. Please follow all precautions that apply when charging a larger main lead-acid battery. The battery will self-discharge over time and if allowed to be left at a…
• 10157934Aug 4, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
• 10156282Aug 4, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Vehicle Key Not Found
• 10148808Jul 28, 2018Engine cooling. This is a technical Journal:If the vehicle has a click sound from the left engine pad, follow the advice under "Service". Make sure that the sound is coming from the engine pad, NOT from the drive shaft. Remove the left engine pad and split by removing the small screw. Lubricate with graphite grease (PN 1161851) on points as in attachment. Torque for small screw is 8 nm.
• 10148804Jul 28, 2018Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Special Tool Bulletin: The OTC Powertrain Lift table is designed to safely aid the technician in removal and installation of electric vehicle and PHEV battery assemblies. The table fits conveniently between the 2 lift columns and raises to a maximum convenient working height of 72?. The wide base equipped with locking casters and wheels helps ensure stability unlike a typical transmission jack that has a…
• 10148803Jul 27, 2018Suspension. This is a Technical Journal: *Added VST Operation No. If the vehicle is equipped with air suspension and if customer is complaining over a knock/rattle/clatter noise from the front suspension when driving on roughroads or over a road hump, then follow the advice under Service. Note: Vehicles with Air suspension can be identified by the following VDN code: RI03 Service: Too high tire pressure could produce noise…
• 10149946Jul 18, 2018Equipment. This is a Service Manager Bulletin. This bulletin is a list of equipment recommended by Volvo to it's dealer or any shop maintaining or repairing Volvo's. The equipment can be provided by Volvo's equipment supplier
• 10149945Jul 18, 2018Latches, locks and linkages, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: Floor hatch compartment, hard to open or handle too loose. Follow repair instruction.
• 10149944Jul 18, 2018Engine. This is a technical Journal:If the vehicle has a click sound from the left engine pad, follow the advice under "Service". Make sure that the sound is coming from the engine pad, NOT from the drive shaft. Remove the left engine pad and split by removing the small screw. Lubricate with graphite grease (PN 1161851) on points as in attachment. Torque for small screw is 8 nm.
• 10146425Jul 17, 2018Wheels. This is a Technical Journal: Vibrations due to wheels and tire uniformity/force variation. Before carrying out this TJ, always start with TJ 20803 to sort out if the problem is related to driveline or wheels.
• 10146423Jul 13, 2018Seats. This is a Technical Journal: Front seat heater, function control. If not working check the heating grid wiring.
• 10146420Jul 13, 2018Wheels, Tires. This is a Technical Journal: Vibrations due to wheels and tire uniformity / force variation. Before carrying out this TJ, always start with TJ 20803 to sort out if the problem is related to driveline or wheels.
• 10146419Jul 12, 2018Equipment. This is a Special Tool Bulletin: Kits 33300313 and 33300315
• 10163460May 31, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: If the rear axle causes judder/sound at parking maneuvres. (full turn and acceleration), then follow advice under service. Download Total Upgrade software
• 10163458May 22, 2018Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: Replacement of ERAD components. Follow instruction for the replacement of the ERAD.
• 10164141May 19, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Blown fuse, compressor - air suspension. Perform Total Upgrade, replace fuse and compressor according to VIDA.
• 10164139May 19, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: This Journal is a guide for performing Software Downloads. Service: *See guide updated Oct. 12, 2016 for relevant P5/SPA Software Download information: P5_SPA_SW_Guide.pdf See VIDA Software tab for all other vehicles.The attached checklists can be used for restoring customer settings, where applicable.
• 10164140May 16, 2018Electrical system, Body and structure. This is a Technical Journal: If the preconditioning timer function in the Volvo on call app does not work, but setting the calendar function in the car and direct start of the climate settings from the app does work, please follow the advice under service. Service: Do not replace any parts or perform any fault-tracing.
• 10149959May 16, 2018Electrical system, Brakes. This is a Technical Journal: Blown fuse, compressor - air suspension. Perform Total Upgrade, replace fuse and compressor according to VIDA.
• 10149958May 16, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: If the preconditioning timer function in the Volvo on call app does not work, but setting the calendar function in the car and direct start of the climate settings from the app does work, please follow the advice under service. Service: Do not replace any parts or perform any fault-tracing.
• 10164137May 15, 2018Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: Battery Energy Control Module (BECM), Cell balancing DTCs If Check engine light is on and balancing Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) is set in the BECM, follow advice under "Service". Service: Revised BECM SW has been released. Perform an upgrade of the software according to TJ 31543.

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