Connecting to the Internet

Connect the vehicle to the Internet using Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or via the vehicle's integrated modem.

The cell phone and the network service provider must support Internet sharing (tethering) and the subscription must included data transfer.

See the terms and confidentiality information at support.volvocars.com before connecting to the Internet.

 Note

When using Apple CarPlay or Android Auto, an Internet connection can only be established by using Wi-Fi or the vehicle's integrated modem.

Connect using Bluetooth

See the article "Pairing a cell phone."

Connect using Wi-Fi

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Activate tethering/personal hotspot in the cell phone.
Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap CommunicationWi-Fi.
Tap Wi-Fi to activate/deactivate.
Tap the name of the network to be used.
Enter the network password.
If a different connection was used previously, confirm the connection change.
The vehicle will connect to the network.

Please be aware that certain cell phones disable tethering when the connection to the vehicle has been broken, e.g., when the phone has been removed from the vehicle. In such cases, the phone's tethering function will have to be reactivated the next time the phone is used to connect to the Internet.

When a phone is connected to the vehicle, it is saved for future use. When a max. number of 50 have been saved, the first one connected will be deleted. To show the list of saved networks or to manually delete a network, tap SettingsWi-FiSaved networks.

See the article "Wi-Fi technology and security" for network connection requirements.

Connect using the vehicle's integrated modem

When the vehicle is connected using the modem, Volvo On Call services will use the connection.

Insert a personal SIM card in the holder.

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Tap Settings in the center display's Top view.
Tap CommunicationVehicle Modem Internet.
Tap Vehicle modem Internet to activate/deactivate.
If a different connection was used previously, confirm the connection change.
Enter the SIM card's PIN code.
The vehicle will connect to the network.