Getting started with connected services

Some preparations are needed before using connected services.

Vehicles equipped with Google built in are delivered with digital services.

Exploring the Volvo Cars app

Before you pick up your new vehicle from your retailer, we recommend that you download the free Volvo Cars app1 and test it in demo mode. Demo mode gives the driver the chance to explore most of the functions and learn how the app is used.

Devices compatible with the Volvo Cars app

For devices compatible with the Volvo Cars app, see Devices compatible with the Volvo Cars app.

Activation of connected services

The retailer will activate connected services when the vehicle is picked up and the owner will receive an automatically generated PIN code for the system. The PIN code is used for security reasons to identify the owner (or another authorized person such as a family member) and works as a vehicle key.

Volvo ID and connecting the Volvo Cars app to the vehicle

You need a Volvo ID to use the Volvo Cars app. If you do not already have one, you need to create one. See Create and register a Volvo ID . After you have created a Volvo ID you must connect the Volvo Cars with Sensus Connect app to your vehicle, see Connecting the Volvo Cars app to the vehicle.

 Note

For vehicles with connected services, the vehicle must have a valid subscription and the app must be connected to the vehicle to use the services in the Volvo Cars app.

Personal data processing

In order to provide you with all the functions of the service, certain information, including personal data, must be processed. Read more about terms and conditions and privacy at volvocars.com/intl//legal.

Buying a pre-owned Volvo with connected services

If you have purchased a pre-owned vehicle with connected services, it is important to delete the data from the previous owner and add your own details for the service to work. Visit a Volvo retailer for assistance. For further information, see Change of ownership of a vehicle with connected services.

  1. 1 Applies to model year 2012 or onwards.

This article is applicable to

    Vehicle model/model year
  • Vehicles equipped with systems for connected services.

  • Vehicles equipped with Google built in are delivered with digital services.

  • Model range may vary from market to market.

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