Volvo S40 User Manual

DEAR VOLVO OWNER

THANK YOU FOR CHOOSING VOLVO

We hope that you will enjoy many years of driving pleasure in your Volvo. The car has been designed for the safety and comfort of you and your passengers. Volvo is one of the safest cars in the world. Your Volvo has also been designed to satisfy all current safety and environmental requirements.

In order to increase your enjoyment of the car, we recommend that you familiarise yourself with the equipment, instructions and maintenance information contained in this Owner’s Manual.

Contents

00 Introduction

Introduction ........................................ 6

Volvo Cars and the environment......... 7

01 Safety

Seatbelts .......................................... 12

Airbag system .................................. 15

Airbags (SRS) ................................... 16

Activating/deactivating

the airbag (SRS) ............................... 19

Side airbags (SIPS bags).................. 21

Inflatable Curtain (IC) ....................... 23

WHIPS.............................................. 24

When the systems deploy................ 26

Crash mode...................................... 27

Child safety ...................................... 28

02 Instruments and controls

Overview, left-hand drive cars .......... 36

Overview, right-hand drive cars........ 38

Driver’s door control panel ............... 40

Combined instrument panel ............. 41

Indicator and warning symbols......... 42

Information display ........................... 46

Electrical socket and switches on

centre console .................................. 47

Lighting panel ................................... 48

Left-hand stalk switch ...................... 50

Right-hand stalk switch .................... 52

Cruise control (option) ...................... 54

Steering wheel keypad (option) ........ 55

Steering wheel adjustment, hazard

warning flashers................................ 56

Parking brake, electrical socket........ 57

Power windows................................. 58

Rearview and door mirrors ............... 60

Power sunroof (option)...................... 64

Personal preferences ........................ 66

Contents

03 Climate control

General information on climate

control .............................................. 70

Manual climate control, A/C............. 72

Electronic climate control,

ECC (option)..................................... 74

Air distribution .................................. 77

Fuel-driven heater (option) ............... 78

04 Interior

Front seats ........................................ 82

Interior lighting .................................. 84

Storage spaces in the passenger

compartment .................................... 86

Rear seat........................................... 88

Cargo area ........................................ 90

05 Locks and alarm

Remote control with key blade......... 94

Keyless drive (option) ....................... 98

Locking and unlocking ................... 101

Child safety locks ........................... 104

Alarm (option) ................................. 105

Contents

06 Starting and driving

General ........................................... 110

Refuelling........................................ 112

Starting the engine ......................... 113

Ignition switch and steering lock.... 114

Keyless drive .................................. 115

Manual gearbox.............................. 116

Automatic gearbox......................... 118

All-wheel drive................................ 121

Brake system.................................. 122

Stability and traction control

system ............................................ 124

Parking assistance (option)............. 126

Blind Spot Information System BLIS

(option)............................................ 128

Towing and recovery....................... 131

Start assistance.............................. 133

Driving with a trailer........................ 134

Towing equipment .......................... 136

Detachable towbar ......................... 138

Loading........................................... 143

Adjusting headlamp pattern ........... 144

07 Wheels and tyres

General........................................... 148

Tyre pressure.................................. 152

Warning triangle and spare wheel.. 154

Changing wheels............................ 156

Emergency puncture repair............ 158

08 Car care

Cleaning.......................................... 168

Touching up paintwork.................... 171

Rustproofing ................................... 172

Contents

09 Maintenance and service

Volvo service ................................... 176

Self-maintenance ........................... 177

Bonnet and engine compartment .. 178

Diesel.............................................. 179

Oils and fluids ................................ 180

Wiper blades .................................. 185

Battery........................................... 186

Replacing bulbs ............................. 188

Fuses.............................................. 194

10 Infotainment system

General ........................................... 204

Audio functions............................... 205

Radio functions............................... 207

CD functions ................................... 211

Menu structure – audio system ...... 213

Phone functions (option)................. 214

Menu structure – phone.................. 221

11 Specifications

Type designation............................. 228

Dimensions and weights ................ 229

Engine specifications ..................... 230

Engine oil........................................ 232

Fluids and lubricants ...................... 236

Fuel................................................. 238

Catalytic converter ......................... 241

Electrical system ............................ 242

Introduction

Owner’s Manual

A good way of getting to know your new car is to read the Owner’s Manual, ideally before your first journey. This will give you the opportunity to familiarise yourself with new functions, to see how best to handle the car in different situations, and to make the best use of all the car’s features. Please pay attention to the safety instructions contained in the manual:

WARNING

"Warning!" texts indicate where there is a risk of personal injury in the event of the instructions not being followed.

IMPORTANT

"Important!" texts indicate a risk of damage to the car in the event of the instructions not being followed.

The equipment described in the owner’s manual is not present in all models. In addition to standard equipment, this manual also describes options (factory fitted equipment) and certain accessories (extra equipment).

NOTE

Volvo cars are adapted for the varying requirements of different markets, as well as for national or local legal requirements and regulations.

The specifications, design features and illustrations in this owner’s manual are not binding. We reserve the right to make modifications without prior notice.

Volvo Cars’ environmental philosophy

Introduction

Volvo Cars and the environment

Environmental care, safety and quality are the three core values which influence all operations of the Volvo Car Corporation. We also believe that our customers share our consideration for the environment.

Your Volvo complies with strict international environmental standards and is also manufactured in one of the cleanest and most resource-efficient plants in the world. Volvo Car Corporation has global certification to the ISO 14001 environmental standard, which supports the work within the area of the environment.

EPI (Environmental Product Information) is supplied for all Volvo models. You can now compare the environmental impact of different models and engines during the entire lifecycle.

Efficient emission control

Your Volvo is manufactured following the concept Clean inside and out – a concept that encompasses a clean interior environment as well as highly efficient emission control. In many cases the exhaust emissions are well below the applicable standards.

In addition there is a special radiator coating, PremAir® ground-level ozone into pure oxygen when the ozone passes the radiator. The higher the ozone content in the air the more ozone is converted.

Option for 5-cylinder engines. PremAir Engelhard Corporation.

, which can convert hazardous

® is a registered trademark of

Clean air in the passenger compartment

A passenger compartment filter prevents dust and pollen from entering the passenger compartment via the air intake.

A sophisticated air quality system, IAQS

(Interior Air Quality System) ensures that the incoming air is cleaner than the air in the traffic outside.

The system consists of an electronic sensor and a carbon filter. The incoming air is monitored continuously and if there is an increase in the level of certain unhealthy gases such as carbon monoxide then the air intake is closed. Such a situation may arise in heavy traffic, queues and tunnels for example.

The entry of nitrous oxides, ground-level ozone and hydrocarbons is prevented by the carbon filter.

Textile standard

The interior of a Volvo is designed to be pleasant and comfortable, even for people with contact allergies and for asthma sufferers. All of our upholstery and interior textiles are tested with respect to certain unhealthy substances and allergens as well as emissions. This means that all textiles fulfil the re-

Option

quirements in the Öko-Tex 100

standard, a major advance towards a healthier passenger compartment environment.

Öko-Tex certification covers seatbelts, carpets, thread and fabrics for example. The leather in the upholstery undergoes chromium-free tanning with natural plant substances and fulfils the certification requirements.

Volvo workshops and the environment

Regular maintenance creates the conditions for long service life for the car and low fuel consumption, and this way you contribute to a cleaner environment. When Volvo’s workshops are entrusted with the repair and maintenance of the car, it becomes part of our system. We make clear demands regarding the way in which our workshops are designed in order to prevent spills and discharges into the environment. Our workshop staff have the knowledge and the tools required to guarantee good environmental care.

More information on www.oekotex.com

Introduction

Volvo Cars and the environment

Reducing environmental impact

You can help reduce environmental impact, for example, by driving economically, by purchasing eco-labelled car care products and by servicing and maintaining the car according to the instructions in the Owner’s Manual.

The following hints will help you to do your bit for the environment:

• Decrease fuel consumption by choosing ECO tyre pressure, see page 152.

• A roof load and ski box increase wind resistance, leading to significantly higher fuel consumption. Remove them immediately after use.

• Remove unnecessary items from the car the greater the load the higher the fuel consumption.

• Is your car equipped with an engine block heater? If so, use it for a few hours before starting from cold to reduce fuel consumption and exhaust emissions.

• Drive gently and avoid braking too hard.

• Drive in the highest gear possible. Low engine speeds result in lower fuel consumption.

•Use engine braking to slow down.

• Avoid idling. Take consideration of local regulations. Switch off the engine in longer stationary traffic.

• Always dispose of environmentally hazardous waste, such as batteries and oils, in an environmentally safe manner. If uncertain about disposal, consult an authorised Volvo workshop for advice.

• Service your car regularly.

• High speed increases consumption considerably due to increased wind resistance. A doubling of speed increases wind resistance four times.

These hints will help you to reduce your fuel consumption without increasing your travel time or lessening the enjoyment of driving. Apart from being kind to your car, you’ll be saving money - and the Earth’s resources.

Seatbelts .................................................................................................. 12

Airbag system .......................................................................................... 15

Airbags (SRS)........................................................................................... 16

Activating/deactivating

the airbag (SRS) ....................................................................................... 19

Side airbags (SIPS bags) ......................................................................... 21

Inflatable Curtain (IC) ............................................................................... 23

WHIPS...................................................................................................... 24

When the systems deploy........................................................................ 26

Crash mode.............................................................................................. 27

Child safety .............................................................................................. 28

SAFETY

01 Safety

Seatbelts

Always use a seatbelt

Tensioning the hip strap. The belt must be positioned low down.

Heavy braking can have serious consequences if the seatbelts are not used. Ensure that all passengers use their seatbelts.

Putting on a seatbelt:

– Pull the belt out slowly and secure it by

pressing the buckle into the lock. A loud "click" indicates that the belt has locked.

Releasing the belt

– Press the red lock button and let the belt

retract. If the belt does not retract fully,

feed the belt in by hand so that it does not hang lose.

The belt locks and cannot be withdrawn

• if it is pulled out too quickly

• during braking and acceleration

• if the car leans heavily.

It is important that the belt lies against the body so it can provide maximum protection. Do not lean the backrest too far back. The seatbelt is designed to protect in a normal seating position.

Keep in mind the following:

• do not use clips or anything else that can prevent the belt from fitting properly

• ensure the belt is not be twisted or caught on anything

• the hip strap must be positioned low down (not over the abdomen)

• tension the hip strap over the lap by pulling the diagonal shoulder belt as illustrated

WARNING

The seatbelts and airbags interact. If a seatbelt is not used or is used incorrectly, this may diminish the protection provided by the airbag in the event of a collision.

WARNING

Each belt is intended for one person only.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the belt yourself. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop. If the belt has been subjected to a major load, such as in a collision, the entire belt, including reel, anchorage and buckle, must be replaced. Some of the belt’s protective properties may have been lost even if the belt does not appear damaged. The belt should also be replaced if it shows signs of wear or damage. The new belt must be type-approved and designed for installation at the same location as the replaced belt.

01 Safety

Seatbelt reminder

Unbelted occupants will be reminded to fasten their seatbelts through an audio and visual reminder. The audio reminder is speed-dependent. The visual reminder is located in the roof console and the combined instrument panel. At low speed, the audio reminder will sound for the first six seconds.

Child seats are not covered by the seatbelt reminder system.

Rear seat

The seatbelt reminder in the rear seat has two subfunctions:

• Provide information on which seatbelts are being used in the rear seat (shown in the

information display). The message is automatically cleared after approx. 30 seconds or can be acknowledged manually by pressing the READ button.

• Provide a warning if one of the rear seatbelts is unfastened during travel. This warning takes the form of a message in the information display along with the audio/visual signal. The warning ceases when the seatbelt is re-fastened or when manually acknowledged by pressing the READ button.

The message in the information display showing which belts are in use is always available. Press the READ button to see stored messages.

Certain markets

An unbelted driver will be reminded to fasten his or her seatbelt through an audio and visual reminder. At low speed, the audio reminder will sound for the first six seconds.

Seatbelts

Seatbelts and pregnancy

The seatbelt should always be worn during pregnancy. But it is crucial that it be worn in the correct way. The diagonal section should wrap over the shoulder then be routed between the breasts and to the side of the abdomen. The lap section should lay flat over the thighs and as low as possible under the abdomen. It must never be allowed to ride upward. Remove all slack from the belt and ensure that it fits close to the body without any twists.

As a pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers should adjust their seats and steering wheel such that they can easily maintain control of

01 Safety

Seatbelts

the vehicle as they drive (which means they must be able to easily operate the foot pedals and steering wheel). Within this context, they should strive to position the seat with as large a distance as possible between their abdomen and the steering wheel.

Seatbelt tensioner

All the seatbelts (except the centre rear belt) are equipped with belt tensioners. A mechanism in the belt tensioner tightens the seatbelt around in the event of a sufficiently violent collision. This provides more effective restraint for passengers.

Label on seatbelts with seatbelt tensioner.

01 Safety

Warning symbol on the combined instrument panel

The airbag system1 is continually monitored by the system control module. The warning symbol in the combined instrument panel illuminates when the ignition key is turned to position I, II or III. The symbol goes out after approx. seven seconds provided the airbag

system

is fault-free.

As well as the warning symbol, a message may appear on the information display in appropriate cases. If the warning symbol malfunctions, the warning triangle illuminates and the message

SRS AIRBAG SERVICE REQUIRED SERVICE URGENT

in the information display. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop urgently.

or SRS AIRBAG

appears

WARNING

If the warning symbol for the Airbag system remains on or illuminates while driving, it means that the Airbag system is not functioning fully. The symbol indicates a fault in the seatbelt buckle, SIPS, SRS system or IC system. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop urgently.

Airbag system

Includes SRS and seatbelt tensioner, SIPS and IC.

01 Safety

Airbags (SRS)

Airbag (SRS) on the driver’s side

The car has an SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System) in the steering wheel to supplement the protection afforded by the seatbelt. This airbag is fitted into the centre of the steering wheel. The steering wheel is marked SRS AIRBAG.

WARNING

The seatbelts and airbags interact. If a seatbelt is not used or is used incorrectly, this may diminish the protection provided by the airbag in the event of a collision.

Passenger airbag (SRS)

The car has an SRS airbag (Supplemental Restraint System) to supplement the protection afforded by the seatbelt. The passenger

airbag

is fitted behind a panel above the glovebox. This panel is marked SRS AIRBAG.

Not all cars have a passenger airbag (SRS). This can be unselected when the car is ordered.

WARNING

To minimise the risk of injury if the airbag deploys, passengers must sit as upright as possible with their feet on the floor and backs against the backrest. Seatbelts must be secured.

WARNING

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the air-

bag (SRS) is activated. Never allow a child to stand or sit in front of

the front passenger seat. No one shorter than 140 cm should sit in the front passenger seat if the airbag (SRS) is activated.

Failure to follow the advice given above can endanger the life of the child.

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS) see page 19.

01 Safety

SRS system

SRS system, left-hand drive.

The system consists of airbags and sensors. A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors and the airbag(s) are inflated with hot gas. To cushion the impact, the airbag deflates when compressed. When this occurs, smoke escapes into the car. This is completely normal. The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbag, occurs within tenths of a second.

SRS system, right-hand drive.

WARNING

Any repair must only be performed by an authorised Volvo workshop. Any interference in the SRS system could cause malfunction and result in serious personal injury.

Airbags (SRS)

NOTE

The sensors react differently depending on the course of the collision and whether the seatbelts on the driver and passenger side are used. It is therefore possible that only one (or none) of the airbags may inflate in a collision. The SRS system senses the force of the collision on the car and adapts accordingly so that one or more airbags is deployed.

NOTE

The airbags have a function whereby their capacities are adapted to the collision force to which the car is subjected.

01 Safety

Airbags (SRS)

Location of the passenger airbag in left-hand drive and right-hand drive cars

WARNING

Never interfere with SRS components in the steering wheel or the panel above the glovebox.

Objects and accessories must not be positioned or glued on or near the

panel (above the glovebox) or in the

BAG

area affected by a deployed airbag.

SRS AIR-

01 Safety

PAC O S ( opt i o n )

Indicator showing that the passenger airbag (SRS) is deactivated.

The airbag (SRS) for the front passenger seat can be deactivated using a switch. This is necessary if a child seat is to be fitted there for example.

Indicator

A text message on the roof panel indicates that the passenger airbag (SRS) is deactivated.

Activating/deactivating the airbag (SRS)

Activating/deactivating

Switch for PACOS (Passenger Airbag Cut Off Switch).

The switch is located on the passenger end of the dashboard and is accessible when the passenger door is open. Check that the switch is in the required position. Volvo recommends that that the ignition key be used to change position (Other items with a shape similar to a key can be used).

WARNING

If the car is equipped with a front passenger airbag (SRS), but does not have PACOS, the airbag will always be activated.

WARNING

Activated airbag (passenger seat):

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion on the front passenger seat when the airbag is activated. This applies to everyone shorter than 140 cm.

Deactivated airbag (passenger seat): No one taller than 140 cm should ever sit in the front passenger seat when the airbag is deactivated.

Failure to follow the advice given above can endanger life.

01 Safety

Activating/deactivating the airbag (SRS)

Switch position

Switch for SRS in ON position.

ON = Airbag (SRS) activated. With the switch in this position, persons taller than 140 cm can sit in the front passenger seat, but never children in a child seat or on a booster cushion.

Switch for SRS in OFF position.

OFF = Airbag (SRS) is deactivated. With the switch in this position, children in a child seat or on a booster cushion can sit in the front passenger seat, but never persons taller than 140 cm.

WARNING

Do not allow anyone to sit in the front passenger seat if the text message in the roof panel indicates that the airbag (SRS) is deactivated and if the warning symbol for the AIRBAG system is also displayed on the combined instrument panel. This indicates that there has been a severe malfunction. Visit an authorised Volvo workshop urgently.

01 Safety

Side airbags – SIPS bags

Side airbag locations.

A large proportion of the collision force is transferred by the SIPS (Side Impact Protection System) to beams, pillars, the floor, the roof and other structural parts of the body. The side airbags at the driver’s and front passenger seats protect the chest area and are an important part of the SIPS. The side airbags are located in the front seat backrests.

Inflated side airbag.

WARNING

Side airbags are a supplement to the SIPS system. Always wear a seatbelt.

WARNING

Repairs must only be performed by an authorised Volvo workshop.

Work on the SIPS system can cause malfunction and result in serious personal injury.

Side airbags (SIPS bags)

WARNING

Do not put objects in the area between the outside of the seat and the door panel, since this area is required by the side airbag.

WARNING

Use only Volvo genuine car seat covers, or seat covers approved by Volvo. Other seat covers may impede the operation of the side air bags.

Child seats and side airbags

The side airbag does not diminish the protection provided by the car to children seated in a child seat or on a booster cushion.

A child seat or booster cushion can be placed on the front passenger seat provided that the car does not have an activated senger airbag.

pas-

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS) see page 19

01 Safety

Side airbags (SIPS bags)

SIPS bags

Driver’s side

The SIPS bag system consists of side airbags and sensors. A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors and the side airbags are inflated. The airbag inflates between the occupant and the door panel and thereby cushions the initial impact while deflating. The side airbag is normally only deployed on the side of the collision.

Passenger side

01 Safety

Properties

The inflatable curtain, IC (Inflatable Curtain), is a supplement to the SIPS system. It is fitted in the headlining along both sides of the roof and protects both front and rear seat passengers. The inflatable curtain is activated by sensors in the event of a sufficiently violent collision and the inflatable curtain inflates. The inflatable curtain helps to prevent the driver and passengers from striking their heads on the inside of the car during a collision.

WARNING

Never hang or attach heavy items onto the handles in the roof. The hook is only designed for light clothing (not for solid objects such as umbrellas for example).

Do not screw or fit anything to the headlining, door pillars or side panels. This could compromise the intended protection. Only use Volvo genuine parts that are approved for placement in these areas.

Inflatable Curtain (IC)

WARNING

Do not load the car higher than 50 mm under the top edge of the side windows. Otherwise, the intended protection of the inflatable curtain, which is concealed in the headlining, may be compromised.

WARNING

The inflatable curtain is a supplement to the seatbelts.

Always use a seatbelt.

01 Safety

WHIPS

Protection against whiplash injury – WHIPS

The whiplash protection system (WHIPS) consists of energy absorbing backrests and specially designed head restraints for the front seats. The system is actuated by a rearend collision, where the angle and speed of the collision, and the nature of the colliding vehicle all have an influence.

WARNING

The WHIPS system is a supplement to the seatbelts. Always wear your seatbelt.

Properties of the seat

When the WHIPS system is deployed, the front seat backrests fall backward to alter the position of the driver and front seat passenger. This diminishes the risk of whiplash injury.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the seat or WHIPS system yourself. Contact an authorised Volvo workshop.

WHIPS system and child seats/ booster cushions

The WHIPS system does not diminish the protection provided by the car to children seated in a child seat or on a booster cushion.

Correct seating position

For the best possible protection, the driver and front seat passenger should sit in the centre of the seat with as little space as possible between the head and the head restraint.

01 Safety

Do not obstruct the WHIPS system

WARNING

Do not squeeze rigid objects between the rear seat cushion and the front seat backrest. Make sure you do not to obstruct the function of the WHIPS system.

WARNING

If a rear seat backrest is folded down, the corresponding front seat must be moved forward so that it does not touch the folded backrest.

WHIPS

WARNING

If a seat has been subjected to extreme forces, such as due to a rear-end collision, the WHIPS system must be checked by an authorised Volvo workshop.

Part of the WHIPS system’s protective capacity may have been lost even if the seat appears to be undamaged.

Contact an authorised Volvo workshop to have the system checked after even a minor rear-end collision.

01 Safety

When the systems deploy

System Tr ig ge re d

Seatbelt tensioner In a frontal collision and/or side-impact accident and/or overturning. Airbags (SRS)

Side airbags (SIPS)

Inflatable Curtain IC Whiplash protection WHIPS In a rear-end collision.

The bodywork of the car could be greatly deformed in a collision without airbag deployment. A number of factors such as the rigidity and weight of the object hit, the speed of the car, the angle of the collision etc. affects how the different safety systems of the car are activated.

If the airbags have been deployed, the following is recommended:

• Have the car transported to an authorised Volvo workshop. Do not drive with deployed airbags.

• Let an authorised Volvo workshop replace components in the car’s safety system.

• Always contact a doctor.

In a frontal collision1. In a side-impact accident1.

In a side-impact accident1.

WARNING

The AIRBAG control module is located in the centre console. If the centre console is drenched with water or other liquid, disconnect the battery cables. Do not attempt to start the car since the airbags may deploy. Have the car transported to an authorised Volvo workshop.

NOTE

The SRS, SIPS, IC and belt tensioner systems are deployed only once during a collision

WARNING

Never drive with deployed airbags. They can make steering difficult. Other safety systems may also be damaged. The smoke and dust created when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye irritation after intensive exposure. In case of irritation, wash with cold water. The rapid deployment sequence and airbag fabric may cause friction and skin burns.

01 Safety

Driving after a collision

If the car is involved in a collision, the text

CRASH MODE - SEE MANUAL may appear

on the information display. This means that the car has reduced functionality. Crash mode is a protective state that is enforced when the collision may have damaged the car’s vital functions, such as the fuel lines, sensors for one of the safety systems, or the brake system.

Attempting to start the car

First, check that no fuel is leaking from the car. There should be no smell of fuel.

If everything seems normal and you have checked for indications of fuel leakage, you may attempt to start the car.

Firstly, remove the ignition key and then reinsert it. The car’s electronics will then try to reset themselves to normal mode. Then try to start the car. If in the display then the car must not be driven or towed. Even if the car appears to be driveable, hidden damage may make the car impossible to control once moving.

CRASH MODE is still shown

Moving the car

If NORMAL MODE is shown after CRASH

MODE

has been reset, the car can be moved carefully out of a dangerous position. Do not move the car further than necessary.

WARNING

Never attempt to repair your car or reset the electronics yourself if the car has been in crash mode. This could result in personal injury or the car not functioning as normal. Always allow an authorised Volvo workshop to check and restore the car to

after CRASH MODE has been dis-

mode

played.

Normal

Crash mode

WARNING

Never, under any circumstances, attempt to restart the car if it smells of fuel when the

CRASH MODE message is displayed.

Leave the car at once.

WARNING

If the car is in CRASH MODE it must not be towed. It must be transported to an authorised Volvo workshop.

01 Safety

Child safety

Children should sit comfortably and safely

The position of a child in the car and the choice of equipment is dictated by the child’s weight and size. For more information see page 30.

NOTE

Regulations regarding the placement of children in cars vary from country to country. Check what laws apply.

Children of all ages and sizes must always sit correctly secured in the car. Never allow a child to sit on the knee of a passenger.

Volvo’s own child safety equipment is designed for your car. Use Volvo genuine equipment to best ensure that the mounting points and attachments are correctly positioned and are sufficiently strong.

You may place:

• a child seat or booster cushion on the front passenger seat, provided the passenger airbag is not activated

• a rear-facing child seat in the rear seat that uses the back of the front seat as support.

Child seats and airbags

Child seats and airbags are not compatible.

Always place a child in the rear seat if the passenger airbag is activated

. A child in a child seat on the front passenger seat may suffer serious injury if the airbag deploys.

WARNING

Persons shorter than 140 cm may only sit in

the front passenger seat if the passenger airbag is deactivated.

Location of airbag decal in door opening on front passenger side.

WARNING

Never place a child in a child seat or on a booster cushion in the front seat if the air-

bag (SRS) is activated this advice can endanger the life of the child.

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS), see page 19.

. Failure to follow

For information on activated/deactivated airbag (SRS) see page 19.

01 Safety

Decal located on instrument panel end face. Decal located on instrument panel end face

(Australia only).

Child safety

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