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In addition to the above, the registered infor-
mation can be used in aggregate form for
research and product development with the
aim of continuously improving the safety and
quality of Volvo cars.

Volvo will not contribute to the above-descri-
bed information being disclosed to third par-
ties without the vehicle owner's consent. To
comply with national legislation and regula-
tions, Volvo may be forced to disclose infor-
mation of this nature to the police or other
authorities who may assert a legal right to
access such. Special technical equipment
which Volvo and workshops that have entered
into agreements with Volvo have access to is
required to be able to read and interpret the
recorded data. Volvo is responsible that the
information, which is transferred to Volvo dur-
ing servicing and maintenance, is securely
stored and managed and that its management
complies with relevant legal requirements. For
further information - contact a Volvo retailer.

Terms & Conditions for Services

Volvo offers services that help to enhance car
safety and comfort.

These services include everything from assis-
tance in emergencies to navigation and vari-
ous maintenance services.

Before using the services, it is important for
you to read the support information for Terms
& Conditions for Services at
www.volvocars.com.

Related information

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Customer Privacy Policy (p. 38)

Customer Privacy Policy

Volvo respects and safeguards the personal
integrity of everyone visiting our website.

This policy regards to the handling of cus-
tomer data and personal information. The pur-
pose is to give current, past and potential cus-
tomers a general understanding of:

•

The circumstances in which we gather
and process your personal data.

•

The types of personal data we gather.

•

The reason we gather your personal data.

•

How we handle your personal data.

For more information on the policy, search
support information at www.volvocars.com.

Related information

•

User terms and conditions and data shar-
ing (p. 537)

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Terms & Conditions for Services (p. 38)

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Recording data (p. 37)

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Important information on

accessories and auxiliary

equipment

The incorrect connection and installation of
accessories and extra equipment can nega-
tively affect the car's electronic system.

We strongly recommend that Volvo owners
only install Volvo approved original accesso-
ries, and that installation of accessories is only
carried out by trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technicians. Certain accessories only func-
tion when associated software is installed in
the car's computer system.

The equipment described in the owner's man-
ual is not available in all cars - they have differ-
ent equipment depending on adaptations for
the needs of different markets and national or
local laws and regulations.

Options or accessories described in this man-
ual are marked with an asterisk. In the event of
uncertainty over what is standard or an
option/accessory, contact a Volvo retailer.

WARNING

The driver always bears the ultimate

responsibility that the car is used safely

and that laws and regulations in force are

followed.
It is also important that the car has mainte-

nance and service according to Volvo's rec-

ommendations, the owner's information

and the service and warranty booklet.
If the on-board information differs from the

printed owner's manual then the printed

information always has precedence.

Related information

•

Installation of accessories (p. 39)

•

Connection of equipment to the car's
diagnostic socket (p. 40)

•

Reading the owner's manual (p. 23)

Installation of accessories

We strongly recommend that Volvo owners
only install Volvo approved original accesso-
ries, and that installation of accessories is
only carried out by trained and qualified Volvo
service technicians. Certain accessories only
function when associated software is instal-
led in the car's computer system.

•

Volvo original accessories are tested to
ensure that they function with the car sys-
tems for performance, safety and emis-
sions control. In addition, a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician knows
where accessories may or may not be
safely installed in your Volvo. Always seek
the advice of a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician before installing any
accessories in or on your car.

•

Accessories that are not approved by
Volvo may not have been specifically tes-
ted for use with your car.

•

Some of the car's performance or safety
systems can be negatively affected if you
install accessories that have not been tes-
ted by Volvo, or if you permit someone
without experience of the car to install
accessories.

•

Damage that is caused by accessories
installed in a non-approved or incorrect
way is not covered by any new car war-
ranty. More warranty information can be
found in the service and warranty booklet.

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Volvo does not accept any liability for
deaths, personal injury or costs arising as
a result of the installation of non-original
accessories.

Related information

•

Important information on accessories and
auxiliary equipment (p. 39)

Connection of equipment to the

car's diagnostic socket

Incorrect connection and installation of soft-
ware or diagnostic tools may have a negative
effect on the car's electronic system.

We strongly recommend that Volvo owners
only install Volvo approved original accesso-
ries, and that installation of accessories is only
carried out by trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technicians. Certain accessories only func-
tion when associated software is installed in
the car's computer system.

Data link connector (On-board Diagnostic, OBDII) is

under the instrument panel on the driver's side.

NOTE

Volvo Cars accepts no liability for the con-
sequences if unauthorised equipment is
connected to the On-board Diagnostic
socket (OBDII). This socket should only be
used by trained and qualified Volvo service
technicians.

Related information

•

Important information on accessories and
auxiliary equipment (p. 39)

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Showing the car's identification

number

When contacting a Volvo dealer concerning
your Volvo On Call subscription, for example,
you will need the car's identification number
(VIN

7

).

1. Press

Settings

in the top view in the cen-

tre display.

2. Continue to

System

System

Information

Vehicle Identification

Number

.

> The car's identification number is

shown.

Another way of finding the VIN is to look on
the dashboard through the car's windscreen,
on the first page of the service and warranty
booklet or in the car's registration certificate.

VIN is positioned in a similar place on all models.

Driver distraction

The driver is responsible for doing everything
possible to ensure the safety of themselves,
their passengers and other road users. Part of
this responsibility is avoiding distractions
such as carrying out an activity that is not
related to operating the car in a driving envi-
ronment.

Your new Volvo is, or can be, equipped with
content-rich entertainment and communica-
tions systems. This could be mobile phones
with handsfree, navigation systems and audio
systems with lots of functions. You may also
have other portable electronic devices for your
own convenience. Used correctly, in a safe
way they can enrich the driving experience. If
they are used in the wrong way they could dis-
tract you.

We wish to give the following warnings regar-
ding such systems, to indicate Volvo's con-
cern for your safety. Never use a device or
function in the car in such a way that it will
distract you from the task of driving safely.
Distractions can lead to serious accidents.
Apart from these general warnings, we offer
the following advice regarding the new func-
tions that may be in the car:

7

Vehicle Identification Number

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WARNING

•

Never use a hand-held mobile phone
while driving. In some areas it is forbid-
den for the driver to use a mobile
phone while the car is moving.

•

If the car is equipped with a navigation
system you must only set and change
the itinerary when the car is parked.

•

Never program the audio system while
the car is moving. Program the radio's
presets when the car is parked and
then use the programmed presets for
faster and simpler use of the radio.

•

Never use laptops or hand-held com-
puters while the car is moving.

Related information

•

Sound, media and Internet (p. 496)

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Safety

The vehicle is equipped with several safety
systems that work together to protect the
vehicle's driver and passengers in the event
of an accident.

The car is equipped with a number of sensors
that react in the event of an accident and acti-
vate different safety systems, such as different
types of airbags and seatbelt tensioners.
Depending on the specific accident situation,
such as collisions at different angles, roll-over
or driving off the road, the systems react in dif-
ferent ways to provide good protection.

There are also mechanical safety systems
such as Whiplash Protection System. The car
is also constructed so that a large part of the
force of a collision is distributed to beams, pil-
lars, floor, roof and other parts of the body.

The car's safety mode may be activated after a
collision if an important function in the car has
been damaged.

Warning symbol in driver display

The warning symbol is illuminated in
the driver display when the car's
electrical system is set in ignition
position

II

. The symbol is extin-

guished after approx. 6 seconds if the car's
safety system is fault-free.

WARNING

If the warning symbol remains illuminated

or is switched on during driving and the

message

SRS airbag

Service urgent

Drive to workshop

is shown in the driver

display, it means that part of one of the

safety systems does not have full function-

ality. Volvo recommends that an authorised

Volvo workshop should be contacted as

soon as possible.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the car's various

safety systems yourself. Defective work in

one of the systems can cause malfunction

and result in serious personal injury. Volvo

recommends that an authorised Volvo

workshop should be contacted.

If the specific warning symbol is bro-
ken then the general warning symbol
is illuminated instead and the driver
display shows the same message.

Related information

•

Safety during pregnancy (p. 45)

•

Seatbelts (p. 48)

•

Airbags (p. 53)

•

Whiplash Protection System (p. 45)

•

Pedestrian Protection System (p. 47)

•

Safety mode (p. 59)

•

Child safety (p. 61)

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Safety during pregnancy

It is important that the seatbelt is used cor-
rectly during pregnancy, and that pregnant
drivers adjust their seating position.

Seatbelt

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 the slack from the seatbelt and
ensure that it fits as close to the body as pos-
sible. In addition, check that there are no
twists in the seatbelt.

Seating position

As the pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers
must adjust the seat and steering wheel such

that they can easily maintain control of the
vehicle as they drive (which means that they
must be able to easily operate the foot pedals
and steering wheel). The aim should be to
position the seat with as large a distance as
possible between abdomen and steering
wheel.

Related information

•

Safety (p. 44)

•

Seatbelts (p. 48)

•

Manual front seat (p. 182)

•

Power

*

front seat (p. 183)

Whiplash Protection System

Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)
reduces the risk of whiplash injuries. The sys-
tem consists of energy absorbing backrests
and seat cushion, as well as a specially
designed head restraint in the front seats.

WHIPS is deployed in the event of a rear-end
collision, where the angle and speed of the
collision and the nature of the colliding vehicle
all have an influence.

When WHIPS is deployed, the front seat
backrests are lowered backward and the seat
cushions move downward to change the seat-
ing position of the driver and front seat pas-
senger. Its movement helps to absorb some of
the forces that can arise and cause whiplash.

WARNING

WHIPS is a supplement to the seatbelts.

Always use a seatbelt.

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WARNING

Never modify or repair the seat or WHIPS

yourself. Volvo recommends that an

authorised Volvo workshop should be con-

tacted.
If the front seats have been subjected to a

major load, such as in conjunction with a

collision, the seats must be replaced. Some

of the seats' protective properties may

have been lost even if they do not appear

damaged.

Do not leave any objects on the floor behind or under

the front seats or in the rear seat that may prevent

WHIPS from functioning.

WARNING

Do not squeeze rigid objects between the

rear seat cushion and the front seat's back-

rest.
If a backrest in the rear seat is lowered

then any load must be secured to prevent it

from sliding up to the front seat backrest in

the event of a collision.

WARNING

If a backrest in the rear seat is lowered or a

rear-facing child seat is used in the rear

seat, the corresponding front seat must be

moved forward so that it does not make

contact with the lowered backrest or child

seat.

Seating position

For good protection from WHIPS the driver
and passenger must have the correct seating
position and make sure that the system's
function is not obstructed.

Set the correct seating position in the front
seat before driving starts.

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.

WHIPS and child seats

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

Related information

•

Safety (p. 44)

•

Manual front seat (p. 182)

•

Power

*

front seat (p. 183)

•

Rear Collision Warning

*

(p. 356)

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Pedestrian Protection System

The Pedestrian Protection System (PPS) is a
system which, in certain frontal collisions,
contributes to mitigating a pedestrian's
impact with the car.

In certain frontal collisions with a pedestrian,
the sensors in the front of the car react and
the system is activated.

When PPS is activated, the following occur:

•

The rear section of the bonnet is raised.

•

An automatic alarm is sent via Volvo On
Call

*

.

The sensors are active at a speed of approx.
25-50 km/h (15-30 mph).

The sensors are designed to detect a collision
with an object that has similar properties to
those of the human leg.

NOTE

There may be objects in the traffic environ-
ment that prompt a signal to the sensors
that is similar to a collision with a pedes-
trian. It is possible that the system will be
activated in the event of a collision with
such an object.

WARNING

Do not fit any accessories or change any-

thing in the front. Incorrect intervention at

the front may cause incorrect function in

the system and lead to serious injury and

damage to the car.
Volvo recommends that genuine wiper

arms are used and that only genuine parts

are used for them.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the system yourself.

Volvo recommends that an authorised

Volvo workshop should be contacted.

Defective work in the system could cause

malfunction and result in serious personal

injury.

WARNING

Volvo recommends contacting an author-

ised Volvo workshop in the event of any

damage to the front of the car in order to

ensure that the system is intact.

Symbols in the driver display

Symbol Specification

PPS has been activated, or a
fault has occurred in the system.
Follow the recommendation
given.

Related information

•

Safety (p. 44)

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Seatbelts

Heavy braking can have serious consequen-
ces if the seatbelts are not used.

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

WARNING

Remember not to clip or hook the seatbelt

to hooks or other interior fittings, as this

prevents the belt from tightening properly.

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

Never modify or repair the seatbelts your-

self. Volvo recommends that an authorised

Volvo workshop should be contacted.
If the seatbelt has been subjected to a

major load, such as in conjunction with a

collision, the entire seatbelt must be

replaced. Some of the seatbelt's protective

properties may have been lost even if the

seatbelt does not appear damaged. The

seatbelt must also be replaced if it shows

signs of wear or damage. The new seatbelt

must be type-approved and designed for

installation at the same location as the

replaced seatbelt.

Related information

•

Safety (p. 44)

•

Seatbelt tensioner (p. 50)

•

Putting on and taking off seatbelts
(p. 48)

•

Door and seatbelt reminder (p. 51)

Putting on and taking off seatbelts

Make sure that all passengers have fastened
their seatbelts before starting to drive.

Putting on seatbelts

1. Pull out the seatbelt slowly and make sure

it is not twisted or damaged.

NOTE

The seatbelt is equipped with an inertia
reel that is locked in the following situa-
tions:

•

if the belt is extended too quickly.

•

during braking and acceleration.

•

if the car leans heavily.

•

when driving in bends.

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2. Lock the belt by inserting the locking tab

in the intended buckle.
> A loud "click" indicates that the belt has

locked.

WARNING

Always insert the tongue of the seatbelt

into the buckle on the correct side. The

seatbelts and buckles would otherwise

possibly not function as intended in the

event of a collision. There is a risk of seri-

ous injury.

3. In the front seats the seatbelt can be

adjusted for height.

Press together the seat mounting and
move the seatbelt up or down.

Position the belt as high as possible with-
out it chafing against your throat.

The seatbelt must pass over the shoulder (not down

over the arm).

4. Tension the hip strap over the lap by pull-

ing the diagonal shoulder belt up towards
the shoulder.

The hip strap must be positioned low down (not over

the abdomen).

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WARNING

Each seatbelt is designed for only one per-

son.

WARNING

Remember not to clip or hook the seatbelt

to hooks or other interior fittings, as this

prevents the belt from tightening properly.

WARNING

Do not make any damages on seatbelts nor

insert any foreign objects into a buckle. The

seatbelts and buckles would then possibly

not function as intended in the event of a

collision. There is a risk of serous injury.

Taking off seatbelts

1. Press the red button on the seatbelt

buckle and then let the belt retract.

2. If the seatbelt does not retract fully, feed it

in by hand so that it does not hang loose.

Related information

•

Seatbelts (p. 48)

•

Seatbelt tensioner (p. 50)

•

Door and seatbelt reminder (p. 51)

Seatbelt tensioner

The car is fitted with standard seatbelt ten-
sioners and electric seatbelt tensioners that
can tension the seatbelts in critical situations
and collisions.

Standard seatbelt tensioner

All the seatbelts are equipped with a standard
seatbelt tensioner.

The seatbelt tensioner tensions the seatbelt in
the event of a collision with sufficient force in
order to more effectively restrain the occu-
pant.

Electric seatbelt tensioner

The driver and front passenger seatbelts are
equipped with an electric seatbelt tensioner.

The seatbelt tensioners work together and can
be activated together with the driver support
systems City Safety and Rear Collision
Warning. In critical situations, such as panic
braking, driving off the road (e.g. the car rolls
into a ditch, lifts off the ground or hits some-
thing in the terrain), skidding, or risk of colli-
sion, the seatbelt can be tensioned by the
seatbelt tensioner's electric motor.

The electric seatbelt tensioner helps to adjust
the occupant to a better position, reducing the
risk of striking the car's interior and improving
the effect of safety systems, such as the car's
airbags.

When the critical situation has come to an
end, the seatbelt and the electric seatbelt pre-
tensioner are restored automatically, but they
can also be restored manually.

IMPORTANT

If the passenger airbag is deactivated, the
electric seatbelt tensioner on the passen-
ger side will also be deactivated.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the seatbelts your-

self. Volvo recommends that an authorised

Volvo workshop should be contacted.
If the seatbelt has been subjected to a

major load, such as in conjunction with a

collision, the entire seatbelt must be

replaced. Some of the seatbelt's protective

properties may have been lost even if the

seatbelt does not appear damaged. The

seatbelt must also be replaced if it shows

signs of wear or damage. The new seatbelt

must be type-approved and designed for

installation at the same location as the

replaced seatbelt.

Related information

•

Seatbelts (p. 48)

•

Putting on and taking off seatbelts (p. 48)

•

Resetting the electric seatbelt tensioner
(p. 51)

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•

Activating and deactivating passenger air-
bag

*

(p. 56)

•

City Safety

™

(p. 342)

•

Rear Collision Warning

*

(p. 356)

Resetting the electric seatbelt

tensioner

The electric seatbelt tensioner is designed to
be reset automatically, but the seatbelt ten-
sioner can be reset manually if the belt
remains extended.

1. Stop the car at a safe place.

2. Unfasten the seatbelt and then refasten it.

> The seatbelt and electric seatbelt ten-

sioner are reset.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the seatbelts your-

self. Volvo recommends that an authorised

Volvo workshop should be contacted.
If the seatbelt has been subjected to a

major load, such as in conjunction with a

collision, the entire seatbelt must be

replaced. Some of the seatbelt's protective

properties may have been lost even if the

seatbelt does not appear damaged. The

seatbelt must also be replaced if it shows

signs of wear or damage. The new seatbelt

must be type-approved and designed for

installation at the same location as the

replaced seatbelt.

Related information

•

Seatbelt tensioner (p. 50)

•

Seatbelts (p. 48)

Door and seatbelt reminder

The system reminds unbelted occupants to
wear a seatbelt, and also warns about an
open door, bonnet or lid.

Driver display graphics

Graphics in the driver display with different types of

warnings. The warning colour on the door and boot

lid is dependent on the speed of the car.

The driver display's graphics show which
seats in the car are occupied by belted and
unbelted passengers.

The same graphic also shows if the bonnet,
boot lid, fuel filler flap or any door is open.

The graphic can be acknowledged by pressing
the

O

button on the right-hand steering wheel

keypad.

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Seatbelt reminder

Visual reminder in the roof console.

A visual reminder is given in the roof console
and by means of the warning symbol in the
driver display.

The acoustic reminder is dependent on speed,
driving time and distance.

The belt status of the driver and passengers is
shown in the driver display's graphic when a
belt is buckled or unbuckled.

Child seats are not covered by the seatbelt
reminder system.

Front seat

A visual and acoustic reminder remind the
driver and front seat passenger to use a seat-
belt if either of them is not wearing one.

Rear seat

The seatbelt reminder in the rear seat has two
subfunctions:

•

Provides information on which seatbelts
are being used in the rear seat. The driver
display's graphics are shown when the
seatbelts are in use.

•

Reminding that a seatbelt in the rear seat
is unfastened during a journey by means
of a visual and acoustic reminder. The
reminder will cease once the seatbelt has
been put on again.

Reminder for doors, bonnet, boot lid
and fuel filler flap

If the bonnet, boot lid, fuel filler flap or any
door is not closed properly, the graphic in the
driver display shows what is open. Stop the
car in a safe place as soon as possible and
close the source of the warning.

If the car is driven at a speed lower
than approx. 10 km/h (6 mph) then
the driver display's information sym-
bol illuminates.

If the car is driven at a speed higher
than approx. 10 km/h (6 mph) then
the driver display's warning symbol
illuminates.

Related information

•

Seatbelts (p. 48)

•

Putting on and taking off seatbelts (p. 48)

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Airbags

The car is equipped with airbags and inflat-
able curtains for driver and passengers.

NOTE

The detectors react differently depending
on the nature of the collision and whether
or not the seatbelts are fastened. Applies
to all belt positions.

It is therefore possible that only one (or
none) of the airbags may inflate in a colli-
sion. The detectors sense the force of the
collision on the vehicle and the action is
adapted accordingly so that none, one or
more airbags are deployed.

WARNING

The airbag system's control module is

located in the centre console. If the centre

console is drenched with water or other liq-

uid, disconnect the cables to the starter

battery. Do not attempt to start the car

since the airbags may deploy. Recovering

the car. Volvo recommends that it is trans-

ported to an authorised Volvo workshop.

Deployed airbags

If any of the airbags have deployed, the follow-
ing is recommended:

•

Recovering the car. Volvo recommends
that it is transported to an authorised

Volvo workshop. Do not drive with
deployed airbags.

•

Volvo recommends engaging an author-
ised Volvo workshop to handle the
replacement of components in the car's
safety systems.

•

Always contact a doctor.

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/

injury after intensive exposure. In case of

irritation, wash with cold water. The rapid

deployment sequence and airbag fabric

may cause friction and skin burns.

Related information

•

Safety (p. 44)

•

Driver airbags (p. 53)

•

Passenger airbag (p. 54)

•

Side airbags (p. 58)

•

Inflatable curtains (p. 59)

Driver airbags

As a supplement to the seatbelts, the car is
equipped with steering wheel airbag and
knee airbag

1

on the driver's side.

Steering wheel airbag and knee airbag

1

on the driv-

er's side in the front seat.

In the event of a frontal collision, the airbags
help to protect the head, neck, face and chest
of the driver as well as the knees and legs.

A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors
and the airbag/airbags is inflated. The airbag
cushions the initial collision impact for the
occupant. The airbag deflates when com-
pressed by the collision. 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.

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WARNING

The seatbelts and airbags interact. If the

belt is not used or is used incorrectly, this

may diminish the protection provided by

the airbag in the event of a collision.
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.

WARNING

Volvo recommends that an authorised

Volvo workshop should be contacted for

repair. Defective work in the airbag system

could cause malfunction and result in seri-

ous personal injury.

Steering wheel airbag location

This airbag is fitted into the centre of the
steering wheel. The steering wheel is marked

AIRBAG

.

Knee airbag

1

location

The airbag is folded up in the lower part of the
instrument panel on the driver's side. Its cover
panel is marked

AIRBAG

.

WARNING

Do not place or attach any object on the

top or front of the panel where the knee

airbag is stowed.

Related information

•

Airbags (p. 53)

•

Passenger airbag (p. 54)

Passenger airbag

As a supplement to the seatbelts, the vehicle
is equipped with an airbag on the passenger
side in the front seat.

Front passenger airbag in front seat.

In the event of a frontal collision, the airbag
helps to protect the head, neck, face and
chest of the passenger as well as the knees
and legs.

A sufficiently violent collision trips the sensors
and the airbag is inflated. The airbag cushions
the initial collision impact for the occupant.
The airbag deflates when compressed by the
collision. When this occurs, smoke escapes
into the car. This is completely normal. The
entire process, including inflation and deflation

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The car is only equipped with knee airbag in certain markets.