How to Open the Front Hood of a Volvo S90?

[MacBrielle]

To open the front hood of a Volvo S90, follow these steps: 1. Locate the engine hood release lever positioned below the left side of the driver's seat; 2. After pulling this lever, the hood will automatically pop up slightly, creating a gap where you can insert your hand. Slightly to the front, you will notice a yellow button; 3. Press or flip this button to fully open the engine hood. The 2021 Volvo S90 features a double-wishbone independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is powered by a 2.0L turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 250 PS, peak power of 184 kW, and maximum torque of 350 Nm, paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission.

[DiArya]

A couple of days ago, I helped my neighbor aunt open the hood of her Volvo S90 and noticed a lever with a car symbol near her left foot in the driver's seat. A gentle pull would make a sound indicating the hood had popped open. But don't rush to lift the hood right away—you need to walk to the front of the car, reach into the hood gap with your fingers, find a small yellow latch, push it to the right, and then lift the hood. When removing the support rod, make sure it's securely placed in the slot. I specifically reminded her not to let the hydraulic strut drop suddenly while teaching her. First-time luxury car owners should ask the dealership salesperson to demonstrate it in person—it's much more intuitive than reading the manual.

[VictoriaDella]

Last time at the highway service area, I encountered a new S90 with a stuck hood. In our line of work, we've handled hundreds of luxury cars. Volvo requires a two-step unlocking process: First, sit in the driver's seat and pull the hood release lever under the steering wheel twice (you'll hear a click), then walk to the front of the car. Here's the key point – you need to reach your hand directly below the emblem, where there's a very discreet secondary latch. Use your fingernail to slide it to the right while lifting the hood with your other hand. Modern engine hoods use lightweight aluminum materials, so one hand can support it easily, but I recommend using non-slip hydraulic struts for secure positioning. The emergency mechanical key slot is located behind the front emblem and can even be twisted open with a coin.

[VivienneDella]

Our workshop frequently services the entire Volvo lineup, and the S90 hood features a dual-safety design. First, locate the orange handle near the driver's left knee and pull it twice. Then, proceed to the front of the vehicle. Pay attention to the movable panel at the center of the radiator grille—press the middle section to make it pop up, revealing a rotary lever. Support the bottom of the hood with your left hand while turning the lever 90 degrees clockwise with your right hand. You'll feel the latch fully release. New owners often overlook aligning the panel with the positioning pin when closing it. If it's not properly secured, rainwater can seep into the engine compartment during rainy weather.