2018 Volvo XC90 Technical Service Bulletins

557 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2018 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.

• 10234657Sep 16, 2018Equipment, 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…
• 10234646Sep 8, 2018Fuel system, Body and structure. 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, 2018Seat belts, Equipment. 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.
• 10157942Aug 22, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: SiriusXM Travel Link service cannot be activated
• 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
• 10156290Aug 22, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: SiriusXM Travel Link service cannot be activated
• 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, 2018Wheels, Equipment, Tires. 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, 2018Equipment, Tires. 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, 2018Transmission and drivetrain, Equipment. 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…
• 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, 2018Tires, Wheels. 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, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. 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, 2018Electrical system, Equipment. 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.
• 10149957May 16, 2018Equipment, Electrical system. 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.
• 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.
• 10164136May 15, 2018Suspension, Engine, Transmission and drivetrain. This is a Technical Journal: ERAD Clutch DTCs, Signal Compare Failure DTCs and/or Watchdog Revised IEM software has been released. Perform an upgrade of the software according to TJ 31543. Test the car and check if any of the above DTCs return. If any DTC returns repair the car according VIDA and/or TJ33557 as necessary.
• 10164134May 11, 2018Electrical system, Engine. This is a Technical Journal: Petrol engine & misfire codes. Do NOT replace any parts for this issue. A revised software solution for the ECM (Engine Control Module) is under development for this issue. This TJ will be updated as soon as solution is available
• 10149952May 10, 2018Engine. This is a Technical Journal: Petrol engine & misfire codes. Do NOT replace any parts for this issue. A revised software solution for the ECM (Engine Control Module) is under development for this issue. This TJ will be updated as soon as solution is available
• 10149955May 8, 2018Engine, Electrical 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.
• 10149954May 8, 2018Equipment, Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. This is a Technical Journal: ERAD Clutch DTCs, Signal Compare Failure DTCs and/or Watchdog Revised IEM software has been released. Perform an upgrade of the software according to TJ 31543. Test the car and check if any of the above DTCs return. If any DTC returns repair the car according VIDA and/or TJ33557 as necessary.
• 10148797May 1, 2018Electrical system. If the rear Parking Assistance System (PAS) is not working and there is a message in DIM about ?Parking Assistance System service required? displayed in DIM, then it is possible that there is water ingress into rear park assist sensors and connectors caused by splices in the rear cable harness. If the sensors and connectors have water ingress then follow method in VIDA
• 10148796May 1, 2018Other or unknown. This is a Technical Journal: The voice control system on the above referenced models is continuously being improved. At PDS and when attempting to diagnose a customer concern regarding voice controls not working or responding properly, make sure the vehicle has the latest voice control database installed.
• 10148795May 1, 2018Equipment. VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2014 02 06 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 0 Publications Page 1 of 3 Attachment Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year…
• 10146093May 1, 2018Brakes. If the rear Parking Assistance System (PAS) is not working and there is a message in DIM about ?Parking Assistance System service required? displayed in DIM, then it is possible that there is water ingress into rear park assist sensors and connectors caused by splices in the rear cable harness. If the sensors and connectors have water ingress then follow method in VIDA
• 10146092May 1, 2018Equipment. This is a Technical Journal: The voice control system on the above referenced models is continuously being improved. At PDS and when attempting to diagnose a customer concern regarding voice controls not working or responding properly, make sure the vehicle has the latest voice control database installed.
• 10146091May 1, 2018Equipment, Body and structure. VOLVO CARS SERVICE AND PARTS BUSINESS Technical Journal TITLE : Vehicle type and platform identification REF NO : ISSUING DEPARTMENT : CAR MARKET : United States and Canada TJ 19245 Technical Service PARTNER : ISSUE DATE : 3 US 7510 Volvo Cars North America YEAR MONTH DAY 2014 02 06 FUNC GROUP : FUNC DESC : 0 Publications Page 1 of 3 Attachment Vehicle Type Eng Struc Week Type Eng Sales Body Gear Steer Model Year…
• 10148794Apr 30, 2018Wheels. This is a Technical Journal: If vibrations occur due to issues with tires or wheels, follow the advice under Service and Vehicle Report. Service: In case of vibrations, please follow TJ 20803 to establish the if the vibrations are coming from powertrain components or from wheels/tires. If analysis indicate that the vibrations are coming from the wheels/tires, then follow TJ 32161.
• 10146090Apr 30, 2018Tires, Wheels. This is a Technical Journal: If vibrations occur due to issues with tires or wheels, follow the advice under Service and Vehicle Report. Service: In case of vibrations, please follow TJ 20803 to establish the if the vibrations are coming from powertrain components or from wheels/tires. If analysis indicate that the vibrations are coming from the wheels/tires, then follow TJ 32161.
• 10234687Apr 26, 2018Steering. Audio switches on steering wheel, no function

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