Quick answer

Open Settings > Charging > Advanced settings > Plug & Charge, turn it on, copy the PCID under View more and complete provider setup in the Volvo Cars app.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for 2025 EX90 where the vehicle software, country, mobility-service provider and public station support Plug & Charge.

Required equipment / service
Plug & Charge software and supported charging account
Compatibility check

Does the documented scope match your car?

This check combines the verified year, any source-supported powertrain scope, source-named trim/package and required equipment. It does not read a VIN or factory build record.

Source-named equipment or service
  • Plug & Charge software and supported charging account
Can you see the required control, menu or equipment on your vehicle?
Published availability and qualifications

Verified for 2025 EX90 where the vehicle software, country, mobility-service provider and public station support Plug & Charge.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

This original category diagram is an orientation aid, not a picture of your exact trim. Use the written labels and your vehicle manual to identify the real control.

Cabin & comfort orientation diagram for Volvo EX90
Cabin & comfort orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Press the vehicle symbol and open Settings > Charging > Advanced settings > Plug & Charge.

  2. 02

    Turn Plug & Charge on and press View more.

  3. 03

    Copy the vehicle's PCID and complete charging-account activation in the Volvo Cars app or the provider's required process.

  4. 04

    Connect at a compatible public station and verify authorization begins automatically.

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Important limits

  • Not every station, provider or charging type supports Plug & Charge.
  • A non-Volvo provider can require a different enrollment process.
  • Billing still follows the linked provider contract.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓Confirm Plug & Charge is still enabled in Advanced settings.
  • ✓Verify the PCID is registered to an active provider account.
  • ✓Use the station's normal card or app authorization if it does not support ISO 15118.
Owner feedback

What happened on your vehicle?

Your response is stored on this device. If you separately allow analytics, a non-account-linked guide/result event may also be measured. No VIN or personal information is requested.

Primary evidence

2025 Volvo EX90 User Manual — Activating Plug & Charge

Relevant section or page: Charging — Plug & Charge. We use the written official source to determine the steps and applicability shown above.

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Editorial record

Reviewed with a visible trail.

Scope and steps were checked by Car Cheat Codes Editorial Review. A guide is narrowed or corrected when the source does not support a broader claim.

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