Starting and moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode
If safety mode has been set, it may be possible to reset the system in order to start and move the vehicle a short distance, for example, if it is blocking traffic.
Resetting and starting the vehicle when it is in safety mode
Check the vehicle for damage.
If the damage is minor, you may attempt to start the vehicle.
Switch off the vehicle manually.
Then try to start the vehicle.
The vehicle's electrical system will perform a system check and then attempt to reset to normal operating mode. The message Vehicle start System check, wait will be displayed on the instrument panel during the check. This may take up to a minute.
When Vehicle start System check, wait is no longer displayed in the instrument panel, try again to start the vehicle.
Important
If the message Safety mode See Owner's manual is still displayed, the vehicle should not be driven or towed behind another vehicle. If the vehicle needs to be moved, it must be towed on a tow truck. Even if no damage is apparent, there may be hidden damage that could make the vehicle impossible to control.
Moving the vehicle when it is in safety mode
If the message The car is now in normal mode is displayed after attempting to start the engine, the vehicle may be moved carefully from its present position if, for example, it is blocking traffic.
Do not move the vehicle farther than absolutely necessary.
Warning
When the vehicle is in safety mode, it should not be towed behind another vehicle. It should be towed from the site on a tow truck. Volvo recommends towing the vehicle directly to an authorized Volvo workshop.