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SAFETY
Safety
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WARNING
The vehicle is equipped with a number of
safety systems that work together to help
protect the vehicle's driver and passengers in
the event of an accident.
The vehicle is equipped with a number of sen-
sors that may react in the event of an accident
and activate different safety systems, such as
the airbag system and seat belt tensioners.
Depending on the specific conditions of the
accident, e.g. collisions at certain angles, over-
turning or swerving, the systems react differ-
ently to help provide good protection.
If the warning symbol remains illuminated
or switches on while driving and the mes-
sage SRS airbag Service urgent Drive to
workshop is displayed in the instrument
panel, this indicates that something in the
safety system is not functioning properly.
Volvo recommends contacting an author-
ized Volvo workshop for repairs as soon as
possible.
WARNING
Never attempt to alter or repair any of the
vehicle's safety systems yourself. Incor-
rectly performed repairs to any system
could impair function and lead to serious
injury. Volvo recommends contacting an
authorized Volvo workshop.
There are also mechanical safety systems
such as the Whiplash Protection System. The
vehicle is also built so that a large part of the
force of a collision is distributed to the vehi-
cle's members, pillars, floor, roof and other
parts of the body.
If this dedicated warning symbol is
not functioning, the general warning
symbol will illuminate instead and
the same message will be displayed
in the instrument panel.
After an accident, the vehicle's safety mode
may be activated if any important function in
the vehicle has been damaged.
Warning symbol in the instrument
panel
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The warning symbol in the instru-
ment panel illuminates when the
vehicle's electrical system is in igni-
tion mode II. The symbol will go out
after approx. 6 seconds if no faults are
detected in the vehicle's safety systems.
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position that allows them to retain full control
of the vehicle (which means they should be
able to easily reach the steering wheel and
foot pedals). Try to maintain as much distance
as possible between the stomach and the
steering wheel.
Safety during pregnancy
Occupant safety
Safety is Volvo's cornerstone.
It is important that seat belts are worn cor-
rectly during pregnancy and that pregnant
drivers adjust their seating position accord-
ingly.
Volvo's concern for safety
Our concern for safety dates back to 1927
when the first Volvo rolled off the production
line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention),
safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact
zones were designed into Volvo vehicles long
before it was fashionable or required by gov-
ernment regulation.
Seat belt
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Manual front seats (p. 184)
Power* front seats (p. 185)
We will not compromise our commitment to
safety. We continue to seek out new safety
features and to refine those already in our
vehicles. You can help. We would appreciate
hearing your suggestions about improving
automobile safety. We also want to know if
you ever have a safety concern with your vehi-
cle. Call us in the U.S. at: 1-800-458-1552 or
in Canada at: 1-800-663-8255.
The seat belt should fit closely against the
shoulder, with the diagonal section between
the breasts and to the side of the stomach.
The lap section of the seat belt should lie flat
over the thighs and as far as possible under
the stomach. Never let it ride upward. Remove
unnecessary slack and make sure the seat belt
fits as close as possible to the body. Make
sure there are no twists in the seat belt.
Seating position
As pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers
should adjust the seat and steering wheel to a
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Occupant safety reminders
How safely you drive doesn't depend on how
old you are but rather on:
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Reporting safety defects
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The following information will help you report
any perceived safety-related defects in your
vehicle.
How well you see.
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Your ability to concentrate.
Reporting safety defects in the U.S.
If you believe that your vehicle has a
defect which could cause a crash or
could cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration (NHTSA) in addition
to notifying Volvo Car USA, LLC. If
NHTSA receives similar complaints,
it may open an investigation, and if it
finds that a safety defect exists in a
group of vehicles, it may order a
recall and remedy campaign. How-
ever, NHTSA cannot become
How quickly you make decisions under
stress to avoid an accident.
The following suggestions are intended to
help you cope with the ever changing traffic
environment.
Never drink and drive.
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If you are taking any medication, consult
your physician about its potential effects
on your driving abilities.
Take a driver-retraining course.
Have your eyes checked regularly.
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Keep your windshield and headlights
clean.
Replace wiper blades when they start to
leave streaks.
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involved in individual problems
between you, your retailer, or Volvo
Car USA, LLC. To contact NHTSA,
you may either call the Auto Safety
Hotline tollfree at
Take into account the traffic, road, and
weather conditions, particularly with
regard to stopping distance.
Never text while driving.
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Refrain from using or minimize the use of
a cell phone while driving.
1-888-327-4236
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Reporting safety defects in Canada
If you believe your vehicle has a defect that
could cause a crash or could cause injury or
death, you should immediately inform Trans-
port Canada in addition to notifying Volvo Car
Canada Ltd.
Recall information
(TTY: 1-800-424-9153) or write to:
NHTSA, U.S. Department of Trans-
portation, Washington D.C. 20590.
On our website, click the "Owner" tab in the
upper left-hand side of the screen and then
click on the heading "Recall Information".
Enter the vehicle identification number (VIN),
which can be found at the bottom of the wind-
shield. If your vehicle has any open Recalls,
they will be displayed on this page.
You can also obtain other informa-
tion about motor vehicle safety from
can also enter your vehicle's VIN
(Vehicle Identification Number) to
see if it has any open recalls.
Transport Canada can be contacted at:
1-800-333-0510
You can also enter the Vehicle Identification
Number in the search field on the National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration's
Teletypewriter (TTY): 613 990-4500
Fax: 1-819-994-3372
Volvo strongly recommends that if
your vehicle is covered under a serv-
ice campaign, safety or emission
recall or similar action, it should be
completed as soon as possible.
Please check with your local retailer
or Volvo Car USA, LLC if your vehicle
is covered under these conditions.
Mailing Address: Transport Canada - Road
Safety, 80 rue Noël, Gatineau, (Quebec) J8Z
0A1
Volvo customers in Canada
For any questions regarding open recalls for
your vehicle, please contact your authorized
Volvo retailer. If your retailer is unable to
answer your questions, please contact Volvo
Customer Relations at 800-663-8255, Mon-
day through Friday, 8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
us at:
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Viewing the Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) (p. 38)
NHTSA can be reached at:
Internet:
Volvo Car Canada Ltd.
Customer Care Centre
9130 Leslie Street, Suite 101
Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 0B9
Telephone:
1-888-DASH-2-DOT
(1-888-327-4236).
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Whiplash Protection System
WARNING
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The Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) is
designed to help reduce the risk of whiplash-
type injuries. The system consists of energy
absorbing backrests and seat cushions as
well as specially designed head restraints in
the front seats.
WHIPS is activated in the event of a rear-end
collision and adapted to the angle and speed
of the collision and to the characteristics of
the colliding vehicle.
Do not attempt to alter or repair the seat or
WHIPS on your own. Volvo recommends
contacting an authorized Volvo workshop.
If the front seats have been subjected to
severe stress, e.g. in a collision, the seats
must be replaced. Even if the seats appear
undamaged, some of their protective prop-
erties may have been lost.
When WHIPS is activated, the front seat
backrests move rearward and the seat cush-
ions move downward to change the seating
positions of the driver and front seat passen-
ger. This movement helps absorb some of the
forces that could result in whiplash.
WARNING
WHIPS is a supplement to the seat belt.
Always wear your seat belt.
Do not place any objects on the floor behind or under
the front seats or on the rear seat that could prevent
WHIPS from functioning correctly.
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Power* front seats (p. 185)
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Seat belts
WARNING
Seat belts should always be worn by all occu-
pants in your vehicle. Children should be
properly restrained using an infant seat,
adjustable child seat or booster cushion as
determined by age, weight and height.
Most states and provinces make it mandatory
for occupants of a vehicle to use seat belts.
Rear Collision Warning* (p. 330)
Do not squeeze box-like cargo between the
rear seat cushion and the front seat back-
rest.
If the rear seat backrests are folded down,
cargo must be secured to prevent it from
sliding forward against the front seat back-
rests in the event of a collision.
Seat belt maintenance
Check periodically that the seat belts are in
good condition. Use water and a mild deter-
gent for cleaning. Check the seat belt mecha-
nism's function as follows: attach the seat belt
and pull rapidly on the strap.
WARNING
If a rear seat backrest is folded down or if a
rear-facing child restraint is being used in
the rear seat, the seat in front must be
moved forward so that it does not come
into contact with the backrest or child
restraint.
Seating position
For WHIPS to provide good protection, the
driver and passenger must be seated correctly
and the system's function must not be impe-
ded in any way.
Set the front seat to the correct seating posi-
tion before starting to drive.
The driver and the front seat passenger should
sit in the center of the seat with their heads as
close as possible to the head restraints.
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Buckling and unbuckling seat belts
Make sure that all passengers have buckled
their seat belts before starting to drive.
Buckling seat belts
1. Pull out the belt slowly and make sure it is
not twisted or damaged.
WARNING
Never repair the belt yourself. Repairs
should only be performed by a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
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Any device used to induce slack into
the shoulder belt portion of the three-
point belt system will have a detrimen-
tal effect on the amount of protection
available in the event of a collision.
The seat belt is equipped with a seat belt
retractor that will lock up in the following
situations:
if the belt is pulled out too quickly.
during braking and acceleration.
if the vehicle is leaning excessively.
when driving in turns.
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The seat back should not be tilted too
far back. The shoulder belt must be
taut in order to function properly.
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Do not use any type of child restraint in
the front passenger seat. We recom-
mend that children who have outgrown
these devices sit in the rear seat with
the seat belt properly fastened.
if the automatic locking retractor/emer-
gency locking retractor (ALR/ELR) is
activated. Each seat belt (except for the
driver's) is equipped with an ALR func-
tion, which is designed to keep the seat
belt taut when installing a child
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restraint. ALR is activated when the seat
belt is pulled out as far as possible. If
this is done, a sound from the seat belt
retractor will be audible, which is nor-
mal. The seat belt can now only be fed
into the retractor, not pulled out. This
function is automatically disabled when
the seat belt is unbuckled and fully
retracted.
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2. Buckle the seat belt by pushing the latch
plate into the receptacle.
3. The height of the seat belts in the front
seats can be adjusted.
> A distinct "click" indicates that the belt
is locked into place.
WARNING
Always insert the seat belt latch plate into
the belt buckle on the correct side. Failure
to do so could cause the seat belts and belt
buckles to malfunction in a collision. There
is a risk of serious injury.
The belt should be positioned closely over the shoul-
der (against the collarbone, not down over the arm).
4. Tighten the lap section of the seat belt
over the hips by pulling the diagonal sec-
tion upward toward the shoulder.
Press the button on the seat belt holder
and move the belt up or down.
Position the belt as high as possible with-
out it chafing against the neck.
The lap section of the seat belt should be positioned
low on the hips (not against the abdomen).
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Seat belt tensioners
WARNING
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The vehicle is equipped with standard and
electric* seat belt tensioners that can help
tension the seat belt in a critical situation or
collision.
Never use a seat belt for more than one
occupant. Never wear the shoulder portion
of the belt under the arm, behind the back
or otherwise out of position. Such use
could cause injury in the event of an acci-
dent. As seat belts lose much of their
strength when exposed to violent stretch-
ing, they should be replaced after any colli-
sion, even if they appear to be undamaged.
Standard seat belt tensioners
All seat belts are equipped with a standard
seat belt tensioner.
In a collision of sufficiently violent force, the
seat belt tensioners will tension the seat belts
in order to more effectively restrain the occu-
pants.
WARNING
Do not use clips or fasten the belts around
hooks or other parts of the interior. This will
prevent the seat belt from fitting properly.
Electric seat belt tensioners*
The driver's and front passenger's seat belts
are equipped with electric seat belt tensioners.
WARNING
The seat belt tensioners interact and can be
activated in conjunction with the City Safety
and Rear Collision Warning driver support sys-
tems. In critical situations, such as if the vehi-
cle brakes suddenly, begins to skid or runs off
the road (e.g if the vehicle rolls into a ditch,
lifts off the ground or hits an obstacle in the
road), or if there is a risk of collision, the seat
belts can be pulled taut by the seat belt ten-
sioner's electric motor.
Never damage the seat belts and never
insert any foreign objects into the belt
buckle. This may cause the seat belts and
belt buckles to malfunction in a collision.
There is a risk of serious injury.
Unbuckling seat belts
1. Press the red button on the seat belt
receptacle and make sure the seat belt
retracts fully into the retractor slot.
The electric seat belt tensioner helps to posi-
tion the occupant more effectively in the seat,
which reduces the risk of the occupant strik-
ing the interior of the passenger compartment
2. If it does not fully retract, guide the belt
manually into the slot and make sure it
does not hang loose.
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and improves the effect of other safety sys-
tems such as the airbags.
Resetting the electric seat belt
Door and seat belt reminders
tensioners*
This system is intended to remind occupants
to buckle their seat belts and to alert the
driver if a door, hood or other opening (trunk,
sunroof, etc.) is open.
The electric seat belt tensioners are designed
to be reset automatically, but if the seat belt
remains taut it can be reset manually.
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe location.
When a critical situation has passed, the seat
belt and the electric seat belt tensioner are
reset automatically. However, they can also be
reset manually.
Graphics in the instrument panel
2. Unbuckle the seat belt and then rebuckle
it.
WARNING
> The seat belt and the electric seat belt
tensioner will be reset.
Never attempt to alter or repair the seat
belt on your own. Volvo recommends con-
tacting an authorized Volvo workshop.
If the seat belt has been exposed to
extreme forces, e.g. in conjunction with a
collision, the entire seat belt must be
replaced. Even if the seat belt appears
undamaged, some of its protective proper-
ties may have been lost. Also replace the
seat belt if it is worn or damaged. The new
seat belt must be type approved and
intended for the same seating position as
the replaced seat belt.
WARNING
Never attempt to alter or repair the seat
belt on your own. Volvo recommends con-
tacting an authorized Volvo workshop.
If the seat belt has been exposed to
extreme forces, e.g. in conjunction with a
collision, the entire seat belt must be
replaced. Even if the seat belt appears
undamaged, some of its protective proper-
ties may have been lost. Also replace the
seat belt if it is worn or damaged. The new
seat belt must be type approved and
intended for the same seating position as
the replaced seat belt.
Graphics in the instrument panel with various types
of warnings. The warning colors for the doors/tail-
gate vary depending on the vehicle's speed.
The instrument panel graphic shows the seats
where seat belts are buckled and not buckled.
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The same graphic also indicates if the hood,
tailgate or any door is open.
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Confirm the graphic by briefly pressing the O
button on the right-side steering wheel key-
pad.
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Rear seat
Seat belt reminder
Airbags
The rear seat belt reminder has two functions:
The vehicle is equipped with airbags and
inflatable curtains for the driver and passen-
gers.
To indicate which seat belts are buckled in
the rear seats. This will also be displayed
in an instrument panel graphic.
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WARNING
To provide audio and visual reminders if
any seat belt in the rear seat is removed
while the vehicle is in motion. The
reminder will stop when the seat belt has
been rebuckled.
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If the airbag warning light stays on
after the engine has started or if it illu-
minates while you are driving, have the
vehicle inspected by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician as
soon as possible.
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Door/hood/tailgate and fuel filler door
reminder
If the hood, tailgate, fuel filler door or any door
is not properly closed, this will be indicated by
a graphic in the instrument panel. Stop the
vehicle safely and close the open door, hood,
etc.
Never attempt to alter or repair any of
the vehicle's safety systems yourself.
Incorrectly performed repairs to any
system could impair function and lead
to serious injury. All work on these sys-
tems should be performed by a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
Reminder light in ceiling console.
A seat belt reminder light illuminates in the
ceiling console and a warning symbol is dis-
played in the instrument panel.
The audible reminder varies depending on the
vehicle's speed, driving time and distance
driven.
If the vehicle is moving at a speed
under approx. 10 km/h (6 mph), the
information symbol will illuminate in
the instrument panel.
A seat belt status graphic in the instrument
panel indicates when the driver's or a pas-
senger's seat belt is buckled or unbuckled.
If the vehicle is moving at a speed
above approx. 10 km/h (6 mph), the
warning symbol will illuminate in the
instrument panel.
Child seats are not included in the seat belt
reminder system.
Front seats
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An audible signal and an indicator light remind
unbuckled occupants to fasten their seat
belts.
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Driver/passenger-side airbags
WARNING
As a supplement to the seat belts, the vehicle
is equipped with driver and passenger side
front airbags.
If your vehicle has become water-damaged
in any way (e.g., soaked floor mats/stand-
ing water on the floor of the vehicle), do
not attempt to start the engine. This may
cause airbag deployment, which could
result in serious injury. Volvo recommends
towing the vehicle directly to an authorized
Volvo workshop.
The sensors react differently depending on
the circumstances of the accident and
whether or not the seat belt is used. This
applies to all belt positions.
There may therefore be accident situations
in which only one (or none) of the airbags
are deployed. The sensors monitor the
impact of the collision and react accord-
ingly to deploy one, several or no airbags.
Before attempting to tow the vehicle:
1. Switch off the ignition for at least 10
minutes and disconnect the battery.
2. Follow the instructions for manually
overriding the shiftlock system.
WARNING
The seat belt and the airbag work together.
If the seat belt is not used or is used incor-
rectly, the airbag may not provide the
intended protection in a collision.
Deployed airbags
Driver/passenger side front airbags.
In a frontal collision, the airbags help protect
the driver's and passenger's head, neck, face
and chest and the driver's knees and legs.
To help prevent injury in the event the air-
bag is deployed, passengers should sit as
upright as possible, with their feet on the
floor and their backs against the seat back-
rest.
WARNING
If any of the airbags have deployed:
A collision of a sufficiently violent force will
trigger the sensors and one or more airbags
will inflate. The airbag helps cushion the initial
impact of the collision for the passenger. The
airbag deflates when compressed by the colli-
sion. A small amount of powder will also be
released from the airbag. This may appear to
be smoke and is normal. The entire process,
from inflation to deflation of the airbag, occurs
within tenths of a second.
Do not attempt to drive the vehicle.
Have it towed to an authorized work-
shop.
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If necessary, seek medical attention.
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Volvo recommends contacting an author-
ized Volvo workshop for repairs. Incorrectly
performed repairs to the airbag system
could impair function and lead to serious
injury.
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deploy in certain non-frontal collisions
where rapid deceleration occurs.
The front airbag system
WARNING
The front airbag system includes gas genera-
tors surrounded by the airbags, and decelera-
tion sensors that activate the gas generators,
causing the airbags to be inflated with nitro-
gen gas.
The airbags in the vehicle are designed
to be a SUPPLEMENT to-not a
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The airbag system's sensors, which trigger
the front airbags, are designed to deter-
mine if the collision is powerful enough to
activate the belt tensioners and/or the air-
bags.
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replacement for-the three-point seat
belts. For maximum protection, wear
seat belts at all times. Be aware that no
system can prevent all possible injuries
that may occur in an accident.
As the movement of the seats' occupants
compresses the airbags, some of the gas is
expelled at a controlled rate to provide better
cushioning. The belt tensioners minimize slack
in the seat belts and are activated for occu-
pants wearing their seat belts. The entire proc-
ess, from inflation to deflation of the airbag,
occurs within tenths of a second.
However, not all frontal collisions activate the
front airbags.
Never drive with your hands on the
steering wheel pad/airbag housing.
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If the collision involves a nonrigid object
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(e.g., a snow drift or bush), or a rigid, fixed
object at a low speed, the front airbags
will not necessarily deploy.
The front airbags are designed to help
prevent serious injury. Deployment
occurs very quickly and with considera-
ble force. During normal deployment
and depending on variables such as
seating position, one may experience
abrasions, bruises, swellings, or other
injuries as a result of deployment of
one or both of the airbags.
Front airbags do not normally deploy in a
side impact collision, in a collision from
the rear or in a rollover situation.
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The location of the front airbags is indicated
by SRS AIRBAG embossed on the steering
wheel pad and above the glove compartment,
and by decals on both sun visors and on the
front and far right side of the dash.
The amount of damage to the bodywork
does not reliably indicate if the airbags
should have deployed or not.
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The driver's side front airbag is folded and
located in the steering wheel hub.
When installing any accessory equip-
ment, make sure that the front airbag
system is not damaged. Any interfer-
ence in the system could cause mal-
function.
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The knee airbag is folded on the underside of
the dashboard on the driver's side. The text
AIRBAG is embossed on the panel.
The passenger's side front airbag is folded
behind a panel located above the glove com-
partment.
Front airbag deployment
The front airbags are designed to deploy
during certain frontal or front-angular colli-
sions, impacts, or decelerations, depend-
ing on the crash severity, angle, speed and
object impacted. The airbags may also
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WARNING
In Canada
Deployment of front airbags occurs
only one time during an accident. In a
collision where deployment occurs, the
airbags and seat belt tensioners acti-
vate. Some noise occurs and a small
amount of powder is released. The
release of the powder may appear as
smoke-like matter. This is a normal
characteristic and does not indicate
fire.
Do not use child safety seats or child
booster cushions/backrests in the front
passenger's seat. We also recommend
that occupants under 140 cm (4 feet
7 inches) in height who have outgrown
these devices sit in the rear seat with
the seat belt fastened. See also the
Occupant Weight Sensor information.
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Volvo Car Canada Ltd.
Customer Care Centre
9130 Leslie Street, Suite 101
Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 0B9
1-800-663-8255
Never drive with the airbags deployed.
The fact that they hang out can impair
the steering of your vehicle. Other
safety systems can also be damaged.
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Volvo's front airbags use special sen-
sors that are integrated with the front
seat buckles. The point at which the
airbag deploys is determined by
whether or not the seat belt is being
used, as well as the severity of the col-
lision.
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Airbag decals
The smoke and dust formed when the
airbags are deployed can cause skin
and eye irritation in the event of pro-
longed exposure.
Collisions can occur where only one of
the airbags deploys. If the impact is
less severe, but severe enough to pres-
ent a clear injury risk, the airbags are
triggered at partial capacity. If the
impact is more severe, the airbags are
triggered at full capacity.
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Should you have questions about any compo-
nent in the SRS system, please contact a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician
or Volvo customer support:
In the United States
Volvo Car USA, LLC
Customer Care Center
1 Volvo Drive
Airbag decal on the outside of both sun visors.
P.O. Box 914
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647
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Occupant weight sensor
WARNING
The Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) is
designed to meet the regulatory require-
ments of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to
disable (will not inflate) the passenger's side
front airbag under certain conditions.
No objects or accessory equipment,
e.g. dashboard covers, may be placed
on, attached to, or installed near the air
bag cover (the area above the glove
compartment) or the area affected by
airbag deployment.
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There should be no loose articles, such
as coffee cups on the floor, seat, or
dashboard area.
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Never try to open the airbag cover on
the steering wheel or the passenger's
side dashboard. This should only be
done by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician.
Passenger's side airbag decal.
WARNING
Children must never be allowed in the
front passenger's seat.
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Failure to follow these instructions can
result in injury to the vehicle's occu-
pants.
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Occupants in the front passenger's
seat must never sit on the edge of the
seat, sit leaning toward the instrument
panel or otherwise sit out of position.
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS) indicator light
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Disabling the passenger's side front
airbag
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The occupant's back must be as
upright as comfort allows and be
against the seat back with the seat belt
properly fastened.
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Volvo recommends that ALL occupants
(adults and children) shorter than 140 cm
(4 feet 7 inches) be seated in the back seat of
any vehicle with a front passenger side airbag
and be properly restrained for their size and
weight.
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Feet must be on the floor, e.g., not on
the dash, seat or out of the window.
The OWS works with sensors that are part of
the front passenger's seat and seat belt. The
sensors are designed to detect the presence
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of a properly seated occupant and determine if
the passenger's side front airbag should be
enabled (may inflate) or disabled (will not
inflate).
WARNING
When the ignition is switched on, the
OWS indicator light will illuminate for sev-
eral seconds while the system performs a
self-diagnostic test.
Never try to open, remove or repair any
components in the OWS system. This
could cause the system to malfunction.
Maintenance or repairs should only be
carried out by an a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician.
•
•
The OWS will disable (will not inflate) the pas-
senger's side front airbag when:
the front passenger's seat is unoccupied,
or has small/medium objects in the front
seat,
•
However, if a fault is detected in the system:
The front passenger's seat should not
be modified in any way. This could
reduce pressure on the seat cushion,
which might interfere with the OWS
system's function.
The OWS indicator light will stay on.
•
•
The SRS warning light will come on and
stay on and a text message will be dis-
played.
the system determines that an infant is
present in a rear-facing infant seat that is
installed according to the manufacturer's
instructions,
•
WARNING
the system determines that a small child is
present in a forward-facing child restraint
that is installed according to the manufac-
turer's instructions,
•
If a fault in the system is detected and indi-
cated as described, be aware that the pas-
senger's side front airbag will not deploy in
the event of a collision. In this case, the
SRS system and Occupant Weight Sensor
should be inspected by a trained and quali-
fied Volvo service technician as soon as
possible.
the system determines that a small child is
present in a booster seat,
•
•
•
a front passenger takes his/her weight off
of the seat for a period of time,
a child or a small person occupies the
front passenger's seat.
The OWS uses a PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF
indicator lamp which will illuminate and stay
on to remind you that the passenger's side
front airbag is disabled. The PASSENGER
AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp is located in the
overhead console, near the base of the rear-
view mirror.
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||
BAG OFF indicator lamp is on, it is possible
that the person isn't sitting properly in the
seat. If this happens:
1 Volvo Drive
Passeng-
er's seat
occupancy
status
OWS indi- Passenger's
cator light side front
P.O. Box 914
status
airbag sta-
tus
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647
1-800-458-1552
Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to
place the backrest in an upright position.
•
Seat unoccu- OWS indi-
pied
Passenger's
side front air-
bag disabled
Have the person sit upright in the seat,
centered on the seat cushion, with the
person's legs comfortably extended.
In Canada
•
cator light
lights up
Volvo Car Canada Ltd.
Customer Care Centre
9130 Leslie Street, Suite 101
Richmond Hill, Ontario L4B 0B9
1-800-663-8255
Seat occu-
pied by low
weight occu- lights up
pant/objectA
OWS indi-
cator light
Passenger's
side front air-
bag disabled
Restart the vehicle and have the person
remain in this position for about two
minutes. This will allow the system to
detect that person and enable the pas-
senger's frontal airbag.
•
•
Seat occu-
pied by
heavy occu-
pant/object
OWS indi-
cator light
is not lit
Passenger's
side front air-
bag enabled
If the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indica-
tor lamp remains on even after this, the
person should be advised to ride in the
rear seat.
A
Volvo recommends that children always be properly
restrained in appropriate child restraints in the rear seats.
Do not assume that the passenger's side front airbag is dis-
abled unless the PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF indicator lamp
is lit. Make sure the child restraint is properly installed. If
there is any doubt as to the status of the passenger's side
front airbag, move the child restraint to the rear seat.
This indicates limitations in OWS classifica-
tion capability. It does not indicate OWS mal-
function.
Modifications
The OWS is designed to enable (may inflate)
the passenger's side front airbag in the event
of a collision anytime the system senses that a
person of adult size is sitting properly in the
front passenger's seat. The PASSENGER AIR-
BAG OFF indicator lamp will be off and
remain off.
If you are considering modifying your vehicle
in any way to accommodate a disability, for
example by altering or adapting the driver's or
front passenger's seat(s) and/or airbag sys-
tems, please contact Volvo at:
In the United States
Volvo Car USA, LLC
Customer Care Center
If a person of adult size is sitting in the front
passenger's seat, but the PASSENGER AIR-
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WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
No objects that add to the total weight
on the seat should be placed on the
front passenger's seat. If a child is
seated in the front passenger's seat
with any additional weight, this extra
weight could cause the OWS system
to enable the airbag, which might
cause it to deploy in the event of a col-
lision, thereby injuring the child.
Keep the following points in mind with
respect to the OWS system. Failure to
follow these instructions could
adversely affect the system's function
and result in serious injury to the occu-
pant of the front passenger's seat.
Do not place any type of object on the
front passenger's seat in such a way
that jamming, pressing, or squeezing
occurs between the object and the
front seat, other than as a direct result
of the correct use of the Automatic
Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking
Retractor (ALR/ELR) seat belt.
•
•
•
•
The full weight of the front seat pas-
senger should always be on the seat
cushion. The passenger should never
lift him/herself off the seat cushion
using the armrest in the door or the
center console, by pressing the feet on
the floor, by sitting on the edge of the
seat cushion, or by pressing against
the backrest in a way that reduces
pressure on the seat cushion. This
could cause OWS to disable the front,
passenger's side airbag.
No objects should be placed under the
front passenger's seat. This could inter-
fere with the OWS system's function.
•
The seat belt should never be wrapped
around an object on the front passeng-
er's seat. This could interfere with the
OWS system's function.
•
•
Related information
The front passenger's seat belt should
never be used in a way that exerts
more pressure on the passenger than
normal. This could increase the pres-
sure exerted on the weight sensor by a
child, and could result in the airbag
being enabled, which might cause it to
deploy in the event of a collision,
thereby injuring the child.
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Side airbags
Inflatable curtain
WARNING
The side airbags, on the driver's and passen-
ger sides, protect the chest and hip in a colli-
sion.
The inflatable curtain, Inflatable Curtain (IC),
helps to prevent the driver and passengers
from striking their heads on the inside of the
vehicle during a collision.
Volvo recommends contacting an author-
ized Volvo workshop for repairs. Incorrectly
performed repairs to the side airbag sys-
tem could impair function and lead to seri-
ous injury.
WARNING
Do not place any objects in the area
between the outer edges of the seats and
the door panels, as this could impair the
function of the side airbags.
Volvo recommends only using seat covers
approved by Volvo. Other seat covers could
prevent the side airbags from functioning
properly.
The side airbags are located in the front seats'
outer backrest frames and help protect the
driver and front seat passenger.
The inflatable curtains are installed along both
sides of the inside of the roof and help protect
occupants in the vehicle's outer seats. IC
AIRBAG is embossed on the panels.
WARNING
The side airbag is a supplement to the seat
belt. Always wear your seat belt.
A collision of a sufficiently violent force will
trigger the sensors and one or more side air-
bags will inflate. The side airbags inflate
between the seat occupant and the door panel
to help cushion the initial impact of the colli-
sion. The airbag deflates when compressed by
the collision. The side airbags are normally
only deployed on the side of the vehicle
impacted by the collision.
A collision of a sufficiently violent force will
trigger the sensors and the inflatable curtain
will inflate.
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Related information
Safety mode
WARNING
•
Safety mode is a feature that is triggered
after a collision if there is potential damage to
an important function in the vehicle, such as
the fuel lines, sensors for one of the safety
systems, the brake system, etc.
Volvo recommends contacting an author-
ized Volvo workshop for repair. Incorrectly
performed repairs to the inflatable curtain
system could impair function and lead to
serious injury.
If the vehicle has been involved in a collision,
the text Safety mode See Owner's manual
may appear in the instrument panel along with
the warning symbol if the panel is undamaged
and the vehicle's electrical system is intact.
The message indicates that one or more of the
vehicle's functions may be reduced.
WARNING
Never hang or attach heavy objects in the
handle in the ceiling. The hooks are only
intended for lightweight garments (not for
hard objects such as umbrellas).
Never screw or mount anything to the vehi-
cle's headlining, door pillars or side panels.
This could impair the intended protective
properties. Volvo recommends only using
Volvo original parts that are approved for
placement in these areas.
WARNING
Never attempt to restart the vehicle if you
smell fuel fumes when the message Safety
mode See Owner's manual is displayed
in the instrument panel. Leave the vehicle
immediately.
WARNING
If objects are loaded higher than the upper
edge of the side windows, leave a 10 cm
(4 in.) space between the objects and the
window. Objects placed closer to this
could impede the function of the inflatable
curtain concealed inside the headlining.
If safety mode has been set, it may be possi-
ble to reset the system in order to start and
move the vehicle a short distance, for exam-
ple, if it is blocking traffic.
WARNING
The inflatable curtain is a supplement to
the seat belt. Always wear your seat belt.
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3. Then try to start the vehicle.
Starting and moving the vehicle
when it is in safety mode
If safety mode has been set, it may be possi-
ble to reset the system in order to start and
move the vehicle a short distance, for exam-
ple, if it is blocking traffic.
WARNING
> The vehicle's electrical system will per-
form a system check and then attempt
to reset to normal operating mode.
Never attempt to perform repairs or reset
electrical components on your own after
the vehicle has been in safety mode. This
could result in injury or prevent the vehicle
from functioning properly. Volvo recom-
mends having the vehicle inspected and
reset to normal operating status by an
authorized Volvo workshop after Safety
mode See Owner's manual has been dis-
played.
If the message Safety mode See
Starting the vehicle when it is in safety
mode
1. Check the vehicle for damage, particularly
for fuel leakage. Make sure you do not
detect any gasoline fumes.
Owner's manual is still displayed, the
vehicle should not be driven or towed
behind another vehicle. If the vehicle needs
to be moved, it must be towed on a tow
truck. Even if no damage is apparent, there
may be hidden damage that could make
the vehicle impossible to control.
WARNING
If the damage to the vehicle is minor and
there is no fuel leakage/fumes, you may
attempt to start the engine.
When the vehicle is in safety mode, it
should not be towed behind another vehi-
cle. It should be towed from the site on a
tow truck. Volvo recommends towing the
vehicle directly to an authorized Volvo
workshop.
WARNING
Moving the vehicle when it is in safety
mode
Never attempt to restart the vehicle if you
smell fuel fumes when the message Safety
mode See Owner's manual is displayed
in the instrument panel. Leave the vehicle
immediately.
1.
If the message Normal mode The
vehicle is now in normal mode is dis-
played after attempting to start the
engine, the vehicle may be moved care-
fully from its present position if, for exam-
ple, it is blocking traffic.
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2. Switch off the ignition.
Recovery (p. 441)
•
2. Do not move the vehicle farther than abso-
lutely necessary.
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ejected from the vehicle during a sudden
Child safety
Children should always be seated safely
when traveling in the vehicle.
WARNING
maneuver or impact. The same can also hap-
pen if the infant or child rides unrestrained on
the seat. Other occupants should also be
properly restrained to help reduce the chance
of injuring or increasing the injury of a child.
When the vehicle is in safety mode, it
should not be towed behind another vehi-
cle. It should be towed from the site on a
tow truck. Volvo recommends towing the
vehicle directly to an authorized Volvo
workshop.
General information
Volvo recommends the proper use of restraint
systems for all occupants including children.
Remember that, regardless of age and size, a
child should always be properly restrained in a
vehicle.
All states and provinces have legislation gov-
erning how and where children should be car-
ried in a vehicle. Find out the regulations exist-
ing in your state or province. Recent accident
statistics have shown that children are safer in
rear seating positions than front seating posi-
tions when properly restrained. A child
Related information
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•
•
Your vehicle is also equipped with ISOFIX/
LATCH attachments, which make it more con-
venient to install child seats.
Starting the vehicle (p. 382)
Recovery (p. 441)
restraint system can help protect a child in a
vehicle. Here's what to look for when selecting
a child restraint system:
Some restraint systems for children are
designed to be secured in the vehicle by lap
belts or the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt.
Such child restraint systems can help protect
children in vehicles in the event of an accident
only if they are used properly. However, chil-
dren could be endangered in a crash if the
child restraints are not properly secured in the
vehicle. Failure to follow the installation
instructions for your child restraint can result
in your child striking the vehicle's interior in a
sudden stop.
It should have a label certifying that it meets
applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards (FMVSS 213) - or in Canada,
CMVSS 213.
Make sure the child restraint system is
approved for the child's height, weight and
development - the label required by the stand-
ard or regulation, or instructions for infant
restraints, typically provide this information.
Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable
substitute for a child restraint system. In an
accident, a child held in a person's arms can
be crushed between the vehicle's interior and
an unrestrained person. The child could also
be injured by striking the interior, or by being
In using any child restraint system, we urge
you to carefully look over the instructions that
are provided with the restraint. Be sure you
understand them and can use the device prop-
erly and safely in this vehicle. A misused child
restraint system can result in increased inju-
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|| ries for both the infant or child and other occu-
tion of resting on our laurels. But we need
your help. Please remember to put your chil-
dren in the back seat, and buckle them up.
WARNING
pants in the vehicle.
Do not use child safety seats or child
booster cushions/backrests in the front
passenger's seat. We also recommend
that children under 140 cm (4 feet
7 inches) in height who have outgrown
these devices sit in the rear seat with
the seat belt fastened.
•
When a child has outgrown the child safety
seat, you should use the rear seat with the
standard seat belt fastened. The best way to
help protect the child here is to place the child
on a cushion so that the seat belt is properly
located on the hips. Legislation in your state or
province may mandate the use of a child seat
or cushion in combination with the seat belt,
depending on the child's age and/or size.
Please check local regulations.
WARNING
A child restraint should never be reused if:
The vehicle has been involved in a colli-
sion, no matter how minor
•
On hot days, the temperature in the
vehicle interior can rise very quickly.
Exposure to these high temperatures
for even a short period of time can
cause heat-related injury or death.
Small children are particularly at risk.
Never leave children unattended in a
vehicle.
•
Its history is unknown
•
•
It is older than the manufacturer's expi-
ration date
A specially designed and tested booster cush-
ion and backrest can be obtained from your
Volvo retailer. See also the article "Integrated
booster cushion."
Volvo has some very specific
recommendations
Always wear your seat belt.
•
Airbags are a SUPPLEMENTAL safety
device which, when used with a three-
point seat belt can help reduce serious
injuries during certain types of accidents.
Volvo recommends that you do not dis-
connect the airbag system in your vehicle.
•
Child seats should always be registered.
Volvo's recommendations
Why does Volvo believe that no child should
sit in the front seat of a vehicle? It's quite sim-
ple really. A front airbag is a very powerful
device designed, by law, to help protect an
adult.
Volvo strongly recommends that everyone
in the vehicle be properly restrained.
•
•
Volvo recommends that ALL occupants
(adults and children) shorter than 140 cm
(4 feet 7 inches) be seated in the rear seat
of any vehicle with a front passenger side
airbag.
Because of the size of the airbag and its speed
of inflation, a child should never be placed in
the front seat, even if he or she is properly bel-
ted or strapped into a child safety seat. Volvo
has been an innovator in the field of safety
since it was founded. And we have no inten-
Drive safely!
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Related information
Child restraints
Suitable child restraints should always be
used when children travel in the vehicle.
•
•
•
Activating and deactivating child safety
locks (p. 257)
Child restraint systems
Convertible seat
WARNING
A child seat should never be used in the
front passenger seat of any vehicle with a
front passenger airbag - not even if the
"Passenger airbag off" symbol near the
rear-view mirror is illuminated. If the
severity of an accident were to cause the
airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious
injury or death to a child seated in this
position.
Infant seat
There are three main types of child restraint
systems: infant seats, convertible seats and
booster cushions. They are classified accord-
ing to the child's age and size.
The child restraint should be secured using a
three-point seat belt, ISOFIX/LATCH anchors
or top tether anchors.
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||
When attaching the seat belt to a child
seat:
1. Attach the seat belt to the child seat
according to the child seat manufacturer's
instructions.
WARNING
When not in use, keep the child
restraint system secured or remove it
from the passenger compartment to
help prevent it from injuring passen-
gers in the event of a sudden stop or
collision.
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•
2. Pull the seat belt out as far as possible.
3. Insert the seat belt latch plate into the
buckle (lock) in the usual way.
A small child's head represents a con-
siderable part of its total weight and its
neck is still very weak. Volvo recom-
mends that children up to age 4 travel,
properly restrained, facing rearward. In
addition, Volvo recommends that chil-
dren should ride rearward facing, prop-
erly restrained, as long as possible.
4. Release the seat belt and pull it taut
around the child seat.
A sound from the seat belt retractor will be
audible at this time and is normal. The belt will
now be locked in place. This function is auto-
matically disabled when the seat belt is
unlocked and the belt is fully retracted.
Booster cushion
WARNING
Always refer to the child restraint manufac-
turer's instructions for detailed information
on securing the restraint.
WARNING
Prolonged installation and use of the child
restraint may damage the vehicle's interior.
Volvo recommends using the kick guard
accessory to help protect the vehicle's
interior.
Do not use child safety seats or child
booster cushions/backrests in the front
passenger's seat. We also recommend that
children who have outgrown these devices
sit in the rear seat with the seat belt prop-
erly fastened.
Automatic Locking Retractor/
Emergency Locking Retractor (ALR/
ELR)
To make child seat installation easier, each
seat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equip-
ped with a locking mechanism to help keep
the seat belt taut.
Child restraint registration and recalls
Child restraints could be recalled for safety
reasons. You must register your child restraint
to be reached in a recall. To stay informed
about child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill
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out and return the registration card that
comes with new child restraints.
Infant seats
Suitable child restraints should always be
used when children (depending on their age/
size) are seated in the vehicle.
Child restraint recall information is readily
available in both the U.S. and Canada. For
recall information in the U.S., call the U.S.
Government's Auto Safety Hotline at
odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/recalls/
register/childseat/index.cfm. In Canada, visit
Transport Canada's Child Safety website at
Securing an infant seat with a seat
belt
Route the seat belt through the infant seat.
Related information
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•
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•
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•
WARNING
An infant seat must be in the rear-facing
position only.
•
•
The infant seat should not be positioned
behind the driver's seat unless there is
adequate space for safe installation.
Do not place the infant seat in the front passenger's
seat.
1. Place the infant seat in the rear seat of the
vehicle.
2. Attach the seat belt to the infant seat
according to the child restraint manufac-
turer's instructions.
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WARNING
A child seat should never be used in the
front passenger seat of any vehicle with a
front passenger airbag - not even if the
"Passenger airbag off" symbol near the
rear-view mirror is illuminated. If the
severity of an accident were to cause the
airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious
injury or death to a child seated in this
position.
The locking retractor will automatically
release when the seat belt is unbuckled
and allowed to retract fully.
5. Press the infant seat firmly in place, let the
seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound
from the seat belt retractor's automatic
locking function will be audible at this time
and is normal. The seat belt should now be
locked in place.
3.
Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt.
4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt
out as far as possible to activate the belt's
automatic locking function.
Fasten the seat belt.
Check that the infant seat is properly secured.
Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch
plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct
click is audible.
6. Press and pull the infant seat along the
direction of the seat belt to check that it is
properly held in place by the seat belt.
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•
Convertible seats
WARNING
Suitable child restraints should always be
used when children (depending on their age/
size) are seated in the vehicle.
It should not be possible to move the child
restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) in any
direction along the seat belt path.
Securing a convertible seat with a seat
belt
When installing infant seats in the rear seat, Volvo
recommends maintaining a distance of at least
50 mm (2 inches) from the front-most part of the
infant seat to the rearmost part of the seat in front.
Do not place the convertible seat in the front pas-
senger's seat.
Convertible seats can be used in either a for-
ward or rearward-facing position, depending
on the age and size of the child.
The infant seat can be removed by unbuckling
the seat belt and letting it retract completely.
Related information
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WARNING
A small child's head represents a con-
siderable part of its total weight and its
neck is still very weak. Volvo recom-
mends that children up to age 4 travel,
properly restrained, facing rearward. In
addition, Volvo recommends that chil-
dren should ride rearward facing, prop-
erly restrained, as long as possible.
•
Convertible child seats should be instal-
led in the rear seat only.
•
•
Route the seat belt through the convertible seat.
Fasten the seat belt.
A rear-facing convertible seat should not
be positioned behind the driver's seat
unless there is adequate space for safe
installation.
3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch
plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct
click is audible.
WARNING
Always use a convertible seat that is suita-
ble for the child's age and size. See the
convertible seat manufacturer's recom-
mendations.
4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt
out as far as possible to activate the belt's
automatic locking function.
2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seat
according to the child restraint manufac-
turer's instructions.
1. Place the convertible seat in the rear seat
of the vehicle.
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WARNING
•
•
•
•
•
It should not be possible to move the child
restraint more than 2.5 cm (1 in.) in any
direction along the seat belt path.
The locking retractor will automatically
release when the seat belt is unbuckled
and allowed to retract fully.
The convertible seat can be removed by
unbuckling the seat belt and letting it retract
completely.
5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place,
let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A
sound from the seat belt retractor's auto-
matic locking function will be audible at
this time and is normal. The seat belt
should now be locked in place.
•
Ensure that the convertible seat is securely in place.
WARNING
Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt.
A child seat should never be used in the
front passenger seat of any vehicle with a
front passenger airbag - not even if the
"Passenger airbag off" symbol near the
rear-view mirror is illuminated. If the
severity of an accident were to cause the
airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious
injury or death to a child seated in this
position.
6. Push and pull the convertible seat along
the seat belt path to ensure that it is held
securely in place by the seat belt.
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3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch
plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct
click is audible.
Booster cushions
Related information
•
•
•
•
•
Suitable child restraints should always be
used when children (depending on their age/
size) are seated in the vehicle.
Securing a booster cushion
•
Positioning the seat belt.
4. Ensure that the seat belt is pulled taut and
fits snugly around the child.
Position the child correctly on the booster cushion.
Booster cushions are recommended for chil-
dren who have outgrown convertible seats.
WARNING
The hip section of the three-point seat
belt must fit snugly across the child's
hips, not across the stomach.
•
•
•
1. Place the booster cushion in the rear seat
of the vehicle.
2. With the child properly seated on the
booster cushion, attach the seat belt to or
around the cushion according to the man-
ufacturer's instructions.
The shoulder section of the three-point
seat belt should be positioned across
the chest and shoulder.
The shoulder belt must never be placed
behind the child's back or under the
arm.
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3. Attach the strap for the lower tether
anchors in the lower ISOFIX/LATCH
attachment points. If the child restraint is
not equipped with straps for the lower
tether anchors, or if the child restraint is
used on the center seating position, follow
the instructions for attaching a child
restraint using the automatic locking seat
belt.
Top tether anchors
WARNING
Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint
top tether anchorages for all three seating
positions in the rear seat. They are located on
the rear side of the backrests.
Always refer to the recommendations
made by the child restraint manufac-
turer.
•
•
•
Volvo recommends that the top tether
anchors be used when installing a for-
ward-facing child restraint.
Child restraint anchorages
Never route a top tether strap over the
top of the head restraint. The strap
should be routed beneath the head
restraint.
4. Firmly tension all straps.
Refer also to the child seat manufacturer's
instructions for information on securing the
child seat.
Child restraint anchorages are
designed to withstand only those loads
imposed by correctly fitted child
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restraints. Under no circumstances are
they to be used for adult seat belts or
harnesses. The anchorages are not able
to withstand excessive forces on them
in the event of collision if full harness
seat belts or adult seat belts are instal-
led to them. An adult who uses a belt
anchored in a child restraint anchorage
runs a great risk of suffering severe
injuries should a collision occur.
If the vehicle is equipped with a cargo
compartment cover, this must be removed
before a child seat can be attached in the
tether anchors.
Top tether anchors and symbols on the rear side of
the rear seat backrests. There is no symbol for the
center anchor position.
Securing a child seat
1. Place the child restraint on the rear seat.
2. Route the top tether strap under the head
restraint and attach it to the anchor.
Do not install rear speakers that require
the removal of the top tether anchors
or interfere with the proper use of the
top tether strap.
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Lower child seat attachment points
The rear seats are equipped with lower child
seat attachment points.
The lower child seat attachment points are
intended for use with certain rear-facing child
restraints.
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Always follow the manufacturer's installation
instructions when attaching a child seat to the
lower child seat attachment points.
Location of child seat attachment
points
Location of child seat attachment points in the rear
seat.
The child seat attachment points in the rear
seat are located on the rear section of the
front seat floor rails.
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2. Kneel on the child restraint to press down
the seat cushion and locate the anchors
by feel.
ISOFIX/LATCH lower anchors
Lower anchors for ISOFIX/LATCH-equipped
child seats are located in the rear, outboard
seats, hidden below the backrest cushions.
3. Fasten the attachment on the child
restraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX/
LATCH lower anchors.
Using the ISOFIX/LATCH lower child
seat anchors
4. Firmly tension the lower child seat straps
according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
WARNING
Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIX/
Volvo's ISOFIX/LATCH anchors conform to
FMVSS/CMVSS standards. Always refer
to the child restraint system's manual for
weight and size ratings.
LATCH lower anchors.
WARNING
Be sure to fasten the attachment cor-
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rectly to the anchor (see the illustra-
tion). If the attachment is not correctly
fastened, the child restraint may not be
properly secured in the event of a colli-
sion.
Location of the ISOFIX/LATCH anchors
The rear center seat is not equipped
with ISOFIX/LATCH lower tether
anchors. If a child restraint is used in
this seat, attach the restraint's upper
anchor strap (if equipped with these)
to the top tether anchor point for this
strap and secure the child restraint
with the vehicle's center seat belt.
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Symbols on the seat back upholstery mark the
ISOFIX/LATCH anchor positions as shown. To
access the anchors, kneel on the seat cushion
and locate the anchors by feel. Always follow
your child seat manufacturer's installation
instructions, and use both ISOFIX/LATCH
lower anchors and top tethers whenever pos-
sible.
The ISOFIX/LATCH lower child
restraint anchors are only intended for
use with child seats positioned in the
outboard seating positions. These
anchors are not certified for use with
any child restraint that is positioned in
the center seating position. When
securing a child restraint in the center
seating position, use only the vehicle's
center seat belt.
Always follow your child seat manufac-
turer's installation instructions, and use
both ISOFIX/LATCH lower anchors
and top tethers whenever possible.
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To access the anchors
1. Put the child restraint in position.
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Integrated booster cushion*1
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Before driving, make sure that:
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The integrated booster cushions in the rear
seat's outboard seating positions help ensure
that children can sit comfortably and safely.
The integrated booster cushion has been spe-
cially designed to help safeguard children in
the rear seat when used with the vehicle's
seat belts. The integrated booster cushion in
the rear seat can be folded up to two posi-
tions, depending on the child's height.
the booster cushion is raised to the cor-
rect position for the child's weight
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the booster cushion is locked into position
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the seat belt is taut, in contact with the
child's body and not twisted
the seat belt is not positioned across the
child's throat or below the shoulder
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the lap section of the seat belt is placed
low over the child's hips to provide the
best protection.
If using a booster cushion does not result in
proper positioning of the shoulder strap, then
the child should be placed in a properly
secured child restraint. The shoulder belt must
never be placed behind the child's back or
under the arm.
US models
Weight
Stage 1
Stage 2
50 - 80 lbs
22 - 36 kg
33 - 55 lbs
15 - 25 kg
Length
45 - 55 in.
37 - 47 in.
115 - 140 cm
95 - 120 cm
Correct seating position: the seat belt is positioned
across the collarbone.
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Canada only: This cushion may be referred to as a built-in booster cushion.
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Canadian models
Stage 1
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WARNING
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Stage 2
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can
occur
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Weight
22 - 36 kg
50 - 80 lbs
18 - 25 kg
40 - 55 lbs
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Follow all instructions on this
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child restraint and in the vehi-
cle's owner's manual.
Length
115 - 140 cm
45 - 55 in.
102 - 120 cm
40 - 47 in.
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Make sure the booster cushion
is securely locked before the
child is seated.
Use this booster cushion only with chil-
dren whose height and weight are
within the permitted limits shown in
the table.
18 kg (40 lbs) is the minimum weight require-
ment for a child using booster seats according
to the Canadian regulation CMVSS 213.4.
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Use only the vehicle's lap and shoulder
belt system when restraining the child
in this booster cushion.
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In the event of a collision while the
integrated booster cushion was occu-
pied, the entire booster cushion and
seat belt must be replaced. The
booster cushion should also be
replaced if it is badly worn or damaged
in any way. This work should be per-
formed by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician only.
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Folding up the integrated booster
cushion*
When the integrated booster cushion is used,
it must be folded up.
Lower position:
Press the booster cushion rearward to
lock it into position.
Lift the front edge of the booster cushion
and press it rearward toward the backrest
to lock it into position.
Upper position (from the lower position):
Pull the handle forward and upward to
release the booster cushion.
Press the button to release the booster
cushion.
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Folding down the integrated
WARNING
booster cushion*
The integrated booster cushion cannot be
moved directly from the upper position to
the lower position. From the upper posi-
tion, the booster cushion must first be
folded down completely into the rear seat
and then raised to the lower position.
DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can
occur
When the integrated booster cushion in the
rear seat is not in use, it should be stowed
(folded down).
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Follow all instructions on this
child restraint and in the vehi-
cle's owner's manual.
The integrated booster cushion cannot be
moved directly from the upper position to
the lower position. From the upper posi-
tion, the booster cushion must first be
folded down completely into the rear seat
and then raised to the lower position.
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Make sure the booster cushion
is securely locked before the
child is seated.
Use this booster cushion only with chil-
dren whose height and weight are
within the permitted limits shown in
the table.
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Use only the vehicle's lap and shoulder
belt system when restraining the child
in this booster cushion.
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In the event of a collision while the
integrated booster cushion was occu-
pied, the entire booster cushion and
seat belt must be replaced. The
booster cushion should also be
replaced if it is badly worn or damaged
in any way. This work should be per-
formed by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician only.
Pull the handle forward to release the
booster cushion.
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WARNING
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DEATH or SERIOUS INJURY can
occur
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Follow all instructions on this
child restraint and in the vehi-
cle's owner's manual.
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Make sure the booster cushion
is securely locked before the
child is seated.
Use this booster cushion only with chil-
dren whose height and weight are
within the permitted limits shown in
the table.
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Press down on the center of the booster
cushion to lock it into position.
Use only the vehicle's lap and shoulder
belt system when restraining the child
in this booster cushion.
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Make sure that there are no objects (e.g.
toys) on the seat under the integrated
booster cushion before folding it down.
In the event of a collision while the
integrated booster cushion was occu-
pied, the entire booster cushion and
seat belt must be replaced. The
booster cushion should also be
replaced if it is badly worn or damaged
in any way. This work should be per-
formed by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician only.
The integrated booster cushion must be
stowed (folded down) before folding down
the seat backrest.
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