Preconditioning can be started immediately, or started at a preset time using a timer, from the center display. It can also be started from a device that has the Volvo Cars app*.
The function utilizes several of the vehicle's systems:
- In cold weather, the parking heater heats the passenger compartment to a comfortable temperature.
- In warm weather, air conditioning cools the passenger compartment to a comfortable temperature.
- The electrically heated steering wheel* and electrically heated driver and passenger sets* can be activated automatically at low ambient temperatures.
- Heating for the rear window and door mirrors is automatically activated as needed.
During preconditioning in a hot climate, condensation from the air conditions may drip under the vehicle. This is normal.
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Preconditioning is available when the high-voltage battery is sufficiently charged, but the vehicle's range will be affected considerably if preconditioning is carried out when the vehicle is not plugged in for charging.
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During preconditioning of the passenger compartment, the vehicle works to reach a comfortable temperature and not the temperature set in the climate system.
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Air purification* starts automatically when preconditioning is complete.
Windows and doors must be closed for air purification to be performed.