Road sign information

The vehicle can identify and display road signs as you pass them, allowing you to keep track of the speed limit. This feature combines direct detection of signs with sign information from map data.

The signage symbols shown in the instrument panel come from two different sources: real-world signs identified by the camera and map data. The vehicle automatically prioritizes which source to use depending on the situation.

The vehicle can only show signs that are part of the vehicle's sign library.

You can enable or disable road sign information in settings.

How signs are shown

Locations where road signs appear in the instrument panel
How the road sign symbols appear may depend on the current instrument panel mode.

The vehicle can simultaneously display several sign types. This can include the current speed limit, along with a warning sign or an additional traffic information sign. When driving with Pilot Assist, the vehicle can also display an upcoming speed limit.

Detected road signs appear next to the speedometer in the instrument panel.

Displayed road signs

This list contains examples of road sign types that can be shown in the vehicle.
Speed limit
No entry

 Note

Symbol availability

Road signs available to display in your vehicle can change over time and vary between regions. The selection presented in this manual may not include every sign that can appear in your vehicle's display.

Symbol design

Road sign styles vary between regions. The symbol style displayed by the vehicle will not exactly match the symbol style on signs you encounter. If you have any issues interpreting a displayed sign despite the information provided in this manual, contact Volvo support.

Road sign display times

The sign display time typically depends on the type of sign and whether you pass additional signs. Road signs can be shown in the following ways:
  • Briefly as one-time alerts after passing a sign.
  • Until the sign no longer applies.
  • Until you pass another sign with higher display priority.

 Note

Lingering signs

The vehicle might fail to identify a sign indicating the end of a traffic limitation. If this happens, a symbol for the previous limitation can linger in the instrument panel. It will eventually be replaced or canceled. In the meantime, drive according to the applicable rules of the road.

Conditions and limitations

 Important

Driver responsibility and road signs

Road sign information is designed to help manage information while driving. It is a supplement to safe driving practices. The driver is fully responsible for remaining attentive, keeping track of road signs and following local regulations. Do not prioritize the vehicle's road sign detection over your own observations if they conflict.

Why all signs are not shown

The vehicle cannot detect and show every sign that is relevant to the driver.
  • The system does not support all types of signs.
  • Signs may go undetected in certain conditions and traffic situations.
Conditions affecting road sign detection or identification:
  • Road sign information must be enabled in settings.
  • The vehicle's forward-facing camera must be clean and free of obstructions.
  • The road sign must be clearly visible and properly illuminated.
  • The road sign must be within a certain distance and within the camera's field of view.
  • The vehicle may not be able to identify misaligned road signs, such as signs placed too high or at an angle.
  • The vehicle may not be able to identify damaged or worn road signs.
Conditions affecting sign information from map data:
  • An internet connection is required to download map data that contains information about road signs.
  • The coverage of road sign information from map data varies between regions.

 Note

For consistent and up-to-date road sign information in your vehicle, be sure to accept Google's Terms of service. Contact an authorized Volvo workshop if you experience any issues with the road sign information feature.

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