This article is applicable to models with Google built-in.
Note
- If your car is updated with software version 2.11 or later, you can schedule the installation.
- There may be minor text differences in the centre display depending on the car model.
Downloading OTA updates
The software downloads in the background when the car is connected to the internet.1 The downloading time depends on the size of the software.
> System > Software update.If you don't want to enable automatic software downloads, a notification is shown every time you enter your car asking if the software can be downloaded.
Installing OTA updates
When the software has downloaded, you will receive a notification in the car's centre display along with instructions on how to proceed.
You can choose to start the installation immediately or at a later time. If you choose to postpone the installation, you can easily find the notification again by swiping down from the top of the display to access your notifications.
A notification is shown in the centre display and the Volvo Cars app when the installation has been completed.
It is not advisable to access your car during the installation. It's a good idea to install the update overnight as it can take up 90 minutes to complete.
Note
- For fully electric cars, the high-voltage battery level must be at least 40%.
- For plug-in hybrids, software installation is not available during charging. However, if the car is fully charged, with the charging cable still attached to the car, software installation can proceed.
- The car needs to be locked.
Note that you cannot drive the car during the installation.
Important
- Accessing the car during the installation process risks interrupting or terminating the installation. This may cause problems with the car's functions.
- If you urgently need to access your car, you will need to use the key blade. This is because the key fob's ranged function is disabled during the installation. Read more about opening the car with a key blade in the user manual.
Note
- If the installation is not successful, please contact your Volvo dealer.
- If you experience any issues with the OTA update installation, or issues with the car in any other way, do not hesitate to contact Volvo Cars customer service (via phone or the Volvo Cars app) or your Volvo workshop.
Applicable models
C40, model year 2022 and later
S60, S60 Recharge, model year 2023 and later
S90, S90 Recharge, model year 2022 and later
V60, V60 Recharge, V60 Cross Country, model year 2023 and later
V90, V90 Recharge, V90 Cross Country, model year 2022 and later
XC40 Recharge Pure Electric, model year 2021 and later
XC40 (mild hybrid), model year 2023 and later
XC60, XC60 Recharge, model year 2022 and later
XC90, XC90 Recharge, model year 2023 and later