Volvo XC60: Loading

Introduction

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.

To increase loading space, the rear seat backrests can be folded down, see page 87.

When loading the cargo area, keep the following in mind:

• Load objects in the cargo area against the backrest whenever possible.

• Unstable loads can be secured to the load anchoring eyelets with straps or web lashings to help keep them from shifting.

• Stop the engine and apply the parking brake when loading or unloading long objects. The gear selector can be knocked out of position by long loads, which could set the vehicle in motion.

WARNING
• Stop the engine, put the gear selector in P, and apply the parking brake when loading or unloading long objects.
• The vehicle's driving characteristics may change depending on the weight and distribution of the load.
• 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).
• 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.

Power tailgate

Power tailgate closing button

Automatic opening

The power tailgate can be opened automatically in the three ways:

• By pressing and holding the button on the lighting panel until the tailgate begins to open.

• By pressing and holding the button on the remote key until the tailgate begins to open.

• By pressing the rubber-covered button under the outer handle on the tailgate.

The taillights illuminate automatically when the automatic open function is used.

CAUTION Be sure that there is adequate space above and behind the vehicle before opening the tailgate automatically.
The vehicle should not be driven or moved with the tailgate in the open position. However, if the vehicle is moved with the tailgate in the open position, the automatic closing function will be inoperative until one of the following occurs:
• The tailgate is closed manually
• The ignition is switched off and the key is removed for approximately 10 minutes (the tailgate will function again after restart).

NOTE
If the tailgate has been opened and closed continuously for more than 60 seconds, the automatic function will be deactivated to avoid overloading the electrical system. The automatic function can be used again after approximately 10 minutes.
If the vehicle's battery has been discharged or disconnected, the tailgate must be opened and closed once manually to reset the system.

Automatic closing

The power tailgate can be closed by pressing the button on the tailgate (see the illustration) or by pressing it down.

NOTE
If the tailgate is pressed down e.g., by the weight of snow or strong wind, it will close automatically.

WARNING
Be sure that no one is near the tailgate when it is opened or closed automatically. The tailgate should never be obstructed in any way when it is operated.

Interrupting automatic opening/closing

Automatic opening or closing the tailgate can be interrupted in four ways:

• By pressing the button on the lighting panel.

• By pressing the button on the remote key.

• By pressing the button on the lower edge of the tailgate.

• By pressing the rubber-covered button under the outer handle on the tailgate.

If one of these actions is taken, the tailgate will stop and reopen.

Pinch protection

If the tailgate is obstructed while it is being operated, the pinch protection function is activated.

• If the tailgate is being opened, the electrical function will be switched off and the tailgate will be released from the electrical system.

• If the tailgate is being closed, it will stop and reopen.

Operating the tailgate manually

The power tailgate can be disconnected from the vehicle’s electrical system by quickly pulling the outer handle twice. The tailgate can then be opened/closed manually.

Folding down the rear seat backrests

The rear seat backrests can be folded down for additional loading space, see page 88.

Load anchoring eyelets

The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to help anchor items in the cargo area.

WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objects with a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent it from moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in P when loading and unloading the vehicle.

Grocery bag holder

Grocery bag holder under the floor of the cargo area

The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags in place.

1. Open the hatch in the floor of the cargo area.

2. Secure the shopping bags with the strap.

Roof loads

Using load carriers

Load carriers are available as Volvo accessories.

Observe the following points when in use:

• To avoid damaging your vehicle and to achieve maximum safety when driving, we recommend using the load carriers that Volvo has developed especially for your vehicle.

• Volvo-approved removable roof racks are designed to carry the maximum allowable roof load for this vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg).

For non-Volvo roof racks, check the manufacturer's weight limits for the rack.

• Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weigh limits and never exceed the maximum rated roof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).

• Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loads evenly.

• Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the load.

• Secure the cargo correctly with appropriate tie-down equipment.

• Check periodically that the load carriers and load are properly secured.

• Remember that the vehicle's center of gravity and handling change when you carry a load on the roof.

• The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel consumption will increase with the size of the load.

• Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking.