Head-up display (HUD)*

The head-up display provides information such as speed, cruise control functions, navigation, traffic sign information, incoming phone calls, etc. at the base of the windshield in the driver's field of vision.
P5-1507 HUD telephone
Incoming phone call

The HUD supplements the instrument panel and projects information on the lower section of the windshield. The projected information can only be seen from the driver's seat.

 Important

The HUD's projection unit is located in the dashboard. Avoid scratching or placing objects on the unit's glass surface.
P5 1507 HUD information
Example of information in the head-up display. The information shown is generic and may vary slightly from market to market or in terms of units of measure
  1. P5-Icon red circle 1Speed
  2. P5-Icon red circle 2Cruise control
  3. P5-Icon red circle 3Navigation
  4. P5-Icon red circle 4Road signs

Symbols such as the following ones may appear temporarily in the HUD.

P5-1507 Symbol General red

If the warning symbol appears, read the warning text in the instrument panel.

P5-1507 Symbol General yellow

If the information symbol appears, read the warning text in the instrument panel.

 Note

If the City Safety is activated, the information in the HUD will be replaced by a City Safety-related graphic. This graphic will illuminate even if the HUD is turned off.
P5-1507 HUD collision warning
A graphic for the City Safety flashes to attract the driver's attention

 Note

The driver's ability to see information in the HUD may be impeded by:

  • the use of polarizing sunglasses
  • the use of an aftermarket or non-Volvo replacement windshield
  • not sitting in the center of the driver's seat
  • objects on the HUD projector glass on the dashboard
  • certain ambient lighting conditions
  • certain types of vision problems, which may also result in headaches or eye strain.
  • Activating/deactivating and settings for HUD are only possible when an image is projected on the windshield. The engine must be running.

Activating/deactivating HUD

HUD can be activated in two ways in the center display:

Via Function view

P5-1507 Icon_car_functions_HUD_on_off

Tap the Head-up display button.

Via settings

Tap Settings in Top view.
Tap My Car → Displays.
Select/deselect Head-Up Display.

This selection can be stored as a personal setting in a driver profile.

Selecting display alternatives

Tap Settings in Top view.

Tap My Car → Displays → Head-Up Display Options.

Tap Go to the center display's Settings view and select Driver Display & Head-up Display.

Select : Show Navigation In Head-Up Display, Road Sign Information In Head-Up Display, Show Driver Support In Head-Up Display or Show Phone In Head-Up Display.

This selection can be stored as a personal setting in a driver profile.

Adjusting HUD brightness and height position

P5-1507 Icon_car_functions_HUD_setup
Tap Head-up display adjustments in the center display's Function view.
Use the right-side steering wheel keypad to adjust the HUD's brightness and height position on the windshield in the driver's field of vision.
P5 Right steering wheel buttons, HUD
  1. P5-Icon red circle 1Reduce brightness
  2. P5-Icon red circle 2Increase brightness
  3. P5-Icon red circle 3Higher position
  4. P5-Icon red circle 4Lower position
  5. P5-Icon red circle 5Confirm

Adapting brightness

The brightness of the graphics displayed in the HUD are also automatically adjusted according to ambient lighting conditions. HUD brightness is also affected by adjustments to the brightness of the other displays in the vehicle.

Power front seat* memory function

The position of the HUD can be stored in the power seat's memory function.

Replacing the windshield

Vehicles with a head-up display have a special type of windshield meeting the requirements for displaying projected information.

If the windshield has to be replaced, contact a trained and qualified Volvo service technician or authorized workshop. The correct type of replacement windshield must be used for a head-up display.

Calibrating the horizontal position

If the windshield has been replaced, it may be necessary to calibrate the HUD's horizontal position. This means that the projected image will have to be rotated clockwise or counterclockwise. To do so:

Pull down the center display's Top view and tap Settings.
Select My Car → Displays → Head-Up Display Calibration.
Use the buttons on the right-side steering wheel keypad to calibrate the horizontal position.
P5 Right steering wheel buttons_left_right, HUD
  1. P5-Icon red circle 1Rotate counterclockwise
  2. P5-Icon red circle 2Rotate clockwise
  3. P5-Icon red circle 3Confirm

Cleaning

Wipe the glass covering the HUD projection unit carefully with a clean and dry (or very slightly damp if necessary) microfiber cloth.

Never use strong stain removers. For difficult cleaning conditions, a special cleaning agent can be purchased at a Volvo retailer.

  1. * Option/accessory.