Handling text messages

Text messages can be received and sent from a connected cell phone.

Text message functionality has to be activated in certain cell phones and not all phones offer full compatibility/functionality. Go to support.volvocars.com for additional information.

Reading text messages in the center display

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From App view, tap Messages to open.
Tap the name of the contact who sent the message.
Tap Read out to have the message read aloud or tap the message to be displayed.

Reading new text messages in the instrument panel

Text messages are only displayed in the instrument panel if this has been selected. See the article "Text message settings" for more information.
To have the message read aloud, select Read out using the keypad in the steering wheel.

Sending text messages

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From App view, tap Messages to open.
  • To reply to a message: tap the name of the contact who sent the message and then tap Answer.
  • To create a new message: tap Create new+. Select the contact who will receive the message or enter a phone number.
Write or dictate (P5-1617-Symbol-Dictate) the message.
Tap Send.

Message notification

See the article "Text message settings" for a list of possible settings.