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How to operate the electric handbrake of the Volvo XC60

Model: Volvo Xc60 MK 1 - Years 2008-2016
Part: Parking brake

In this guide we will see the instructions that will allow us to correctly use the electric handbrake of the Volvo XC60. Let's get on board the car and start by turning on the instrument panel and the engine; when the vehicle is first turned on, the parking brake is always engaged and it will be possible to disengage it by pressing the handbrake activation button located at the bottom left, as shown in the video. Pulling the button instead will engage the parking brake, which usually engages automatically when the vehicle is turned off.

Posted on 10 April 2025 by ScegliAuto

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