Removing and storing the parcel shelf
The parcel shelf can be removed to increase the cargo space.
Removing the parcel shelf
![P6-2139-C40BEV-Parcel shelf removal](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/img836354946abf70abc0a801525b46abfa_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
![P5-Icon red arrow 1](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/imgea62e30c66630650c0a801521cfb95f3_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
Detach the parcel shelf lifting eyes on both sides.
![P5-Icon red arrow 2](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/imga389014b6662b86ec0a801524d2fb3b1_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
Unhook the front edge of the parcel shelf and remove it.
Storing the parcel shelf under the cargo floor
![P6-2139-C40BEV-Parcel shelf stow away under load floor](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/img8e80f5706ad1c278c0a801523d31186c_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
Once removed, the parcel shelf can be stored under the cargo compartment floor.
![P5-Icon red arrow 1](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/imgea62e30c66630650c0a801521cfb95f3_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
Fold up the cargo compartment floor and secure it with the support arm.
![P5-Icon red arrow 2](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/imga389014b6662b86ec0a801524d2fb3b1_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
Position the parcel shelf with its top facing down and place it in the space with the rear part facing forward.
With folding cargo compartment floor*:
![P6-1746-XC40-Folded load floor in a pile](https://www.volvocars.com/images/support/img220e71fff5da4747c0a801520238a361_1_--_--_VOICEpnghigh.png?imwidth=1280)
Fold the cargo compartment floor forward to position the parcel shelf with its top facing down and its rear part facing forward.
Restore the cargo compartment floor to a flat position.