2009 Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual - Page 131

06 Starting and driving Refueling Fuel filler door You can also keep the vehicle locked if you remain inside it during refueling. The central locking button does not lock the fuel filler door. Be sure the fuel filler door is not obstructed and is completely closed after refueling. Open the fuel filler cap slowly during hot weather. needle nears the red zone, or when the fuel warning light comes on. WARNING Never carry a cell phone that is switched on while refueling your vehicle. If the phone rings, this may cause a spark that could ignite gasoline fumes, resulting in fire and injury. NOTE During a transitional period, a small number of service stations may still have fuel nozzles that are not compatible with the fuel filler neck on vehicles equipped with the evaporative control system. The fuel filler cap can be placed on the hook on the fuel filler door while refueling G027073 Refueling The fuel tank is designed to accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather. See page 265 for fuel tank volume. Be aware that the "usable" tank capacity will be somewhat less than the specified maximum. When the fuel level is low, such factors as ambient temperature, the fuel's "Reid vapor pressure" characteristics, and terrain can affect the fuel pump's ability to supply the engine with an adequate supply of fuel. Therefore, it is advisable to refuel as soon as possible when the Press the button on the light switch panel (see the illustration on page 63) when the vehicle is at a standstill to unlock the fuel filler door. Please note that the fuel filler door will remain unlocked until the vehicle begins to move forward. An audible click will be heard when the fuel filler door relocks. If you intend to leave your vehicle while it is being refueled, this feature enables you to lock the doors/tailgate while leaving the fuel filler door unlocked. 06 131