Managing text messages1

Message handling in the car for a Bluetooth-connected phone.

In some phones, the message function must be activated. Not all phones are compatible. In such cases, they cannot display contacts and messages in the car.

Managing text messages in the centre display

Text messages are only shown in the centre display if the setting is selected.

P5–1507–App-Messages

Press Messages in the app view to manage text messages in the centre display.

Reading text messages in the centre display

P5/P6-1746-Read out text message

Press the icon to get the message read aloud.

Sending text messages in the centre display2

You can reply to a message or create a new message.
  • Reply to message — tap on the contact whose message you wish to reply to, then tap on Answer.
  • Create new message - tap on Create new. Select a contact or enter a number.
Compose the message.
Press Send.

Managing text messages in the driver display

Text messages are only shown in the driver display if the setting is selected.

Reading a new text message in the driver display

To have the message read aloud – select Read out with the steering wheel keypad.

Dictating a reply in the driver display

After the text message has been read out, it is possible to reply briefly with dictation if the car is connected to the Internet.
Press Answer with the steering wheel keypad. A dictation dialogue starts.

Message notification

It is possible to activate and deactivate notifications in the text message settings.

  1. 1 Valid in certain markets only. Contact a Volvo dealer for more information.
  2. 2 Only certain phones can send messages via the car. The connected phone must support the Bluetooth Message Access Profile (MAP).