2000 VOLVO S40 warning

NOTE: Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage.
WARNING!
Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a detrimental
effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision. The seat back should not be tilted too
far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function properly.
WARNING!
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 properly fastened.
pg. 3 Seat belts, Head restraints
During pregnancy
Pregnant women should always wear seat belts. Remember that the belt should always be positioned in such a way as
to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. The lap portion of the belt should be located low, as shown in the
above illustration.
WARNING!
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 accident. As the seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be
replaced after any collision, even if they appear to be undamaged. Never repair the belt on your own; have this work
done by an authorized Volvo retailer only.
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The entire process, including inflation and deflation of the airbags, takes approximately two-tenths of a second.WARNING!
· As its name implies, SRS is designed to be a SUPPLEMENT to - not a replacement for - the three-point belt
system. 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.
· When installing any optional equipment, make sure that the SRS system is not damaged. Do not attempt to service
any component of the SRS yourself. Attempting to do so may result in serious personal injury. If a problem arises,
take your car to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for inspection as soon as possible.
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A self -diagnostic system incorporated into the sensor monitors the SRS. If a fault is detected, the "SRS" warning light
will illuminate. The light is included in the warning/indicator light cluster in the instrument panel. Normally, the SRS
warning lamp should light up when the ignition is switched on and should go out after 5 seconds or when the engine is
started. Check that this light is functioning properly every time the car is started.
The following items are monitored by the self -diagnostic system:
· Sensor unit
· Cable harness
· Gas generator ignitersWARNING!
Never drive an SRS equipped car with your hands on the steering wheel pad / airbag housing.
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No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to or installed near the SRS cover in the
center of the steering wheel, the SRS cover above the glove compartment or the area affected by airbag deployment.
If the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it comes on while you are driving, drive the car to
the nearest authorized Volvo retailer for inspection as soon as possible.
SRS decal on door pillar driver's side
There is no maintenance to perform on the SRS yourself. The month and year shown on the decal on the door pillar
indicate when you should contact your Volvo retailer for specific servicing or replacement of airbags and seatbelt
tensioners. This service must be performed by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Should you have any questions about the SRS system, please contact
your authorized Volvo retailer or Volvo Customer Support:
In the USA:
Volvo Cars of North America
Customer Relations
P.O. Box 914
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647-0914
800-458-1552
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SRS texts on inside of both
sun visorsSRS texts on outside of both
sun visorsSRS texts on the
passenger's dashSRS text at far right of
instrument panel
WARNING!
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 properly fastened.
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NOTE: Deployment of SRS components occurs only one time during an accident. In a collision where deployment
occurs, the air bags and seat belt tensioners activate. 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.
NOTE: NOTE: Volvo's dual-threshold air bags use special sensors that are integrated with the front seat buckles. The
point at which the air bag deploys is determined by whether or not the seat belt is being used, as well as, the severity of
the collision. Collisions can occur where only one of the airbags deploys.
WARNING!
· Children must never be allowed in the front passenger seat. Volvo recommends that ALL occupants (adults and
children) shorter than 4 feet 7 inches (140 cm) be seated in the back seat of any vehicle with a front passenger side
airbag. See page 11 for guidelines.
· 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. The occupant's back must be as upright as comfort allows and be against the
seat back with the seat belt properly fastened.
· Feet must be on the floor, e.g. not on the dash, seat or out of the window.
· No objects or accessory equipment, e.g. dash covers, may be placed on, attached to or installed near the SRS hatch
(the area above the glove compartment) or the area affected by airbag deployment (see illustration).
· There should be no loose articles, e.g. coffee cups, on the floor, seat or dash area.
· Never try to open the SRS cover on the steering wheel or the passenger side SRS seam. This should only be done
by an authorized Volvo service technician.
· Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the vehicle occupants in an accident.
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NOTE : The information on this page does not pertain to the Side Impact Protection System airbags.
When are the airbags deployed?
The SRS system is designed to deploy during certain frontal or frontangular collisions, impacts, or decelerations,
depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and object impacted. The SRS sensor is designed to react to both the
impact of the collision and the inertial forces generated by it and to determine if the intensity of the collision is
sufficient for the airbags to be deployed.
WARNING!
The SRS is designed to help prevent serious injury. Deployment occurs very quickly and with considerable 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 airbag(s) deployment.
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If the airbags have been deployed, we recommend the following:
· Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer. Never drive with the airbags deployed.
· Have an authorized Volvo retailer replace the SRS system components.
· Use only new, Genuine Volvo Parts when replacing SRS components (airbags, seat belts, tensioners, etc.).
When are the airbags NOT deployed?
Not all frontal collisions activate the SRS system. If the collision involves a nonrigid object (e.g., a snow drift or
bush), or a rigid, fixed object at a low speed, the SRS system will not necessarily deploy. Front airbags do not
normally deploy in a side impact collision, in a collision from the rear or in a rollover situation. The amount of
damage to the bodywork does not reliably indicate if the airbags should have deployed or not.
Seat belts the heart of the Volvo safety system
The heart of the Volvo safety system is the threepoint seat belt (a Volvo invention)! In order for the SRS system to
provide the protection intended, seat belts must be worn at all times by everyone in the car. The SRS system is a
supplement to the seat belts.
WARNING!
If your car has been subjected to flood conditions (e.g. soaked carpeting/standing water on the floor of the vehicle)
or if your car has become flooddamaged in any way, do not attempt to start the vehicle or put the key in the ignition
before disconnecting the battery (see below). This may cause airbag deployment which could result in personal
injury. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo retailer for repairs.
Before attempting to tow the car, use the following procedure to override the shiftlock system to move the gear
selector to the neutral position.
· Disconnect the battery
· Wait at least one minute
· Insert the key in the ignition and turn it to position 1
· Press firmly on the shiftlock override button (located near the base of the gear selector).
· While holding the override button down, move the gear selector from the park position.
WARNING!
Never drive with the airbags deployed. The fact that they hang out can impair the steering of your car. Other safety
systems can also be damaged. The smoke and dust formed when the airbags are deployed can cause skin and eye
irritation in the event of prolonged exposure.

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Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls
pg. 15 Instruments, switches and controls
Instruments, switches and controls
Instruments, switches, controls etc. are described on the following pages. Instruments
17
Warning lights20
Lights22
Wipers23
Hazard warning, Heated window, mirrors24
Trip Computer25
Dynamic Stability Assistance28
Cruise control29
Heated seats, Parking brake30
Ashtrays31
Steering wheel adjustment32
Heating, Ventilation33
Electrcaly operated windows36
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pg. 17 Instruments, switches and controls
Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls
The pages in this section provide detailed descriptions of the vehicle's instruments and controls. Note that vehicles may
be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements.Page
1 Adjustable door mirrors 47
2Defroster side windows 34
3Air vents 33
4Light switch 22
5Cup holder 31
6Foglight switch 22
7Dimmer instrument lighting 22
8Turn signals, high/low beams, Home Safe Lighting, cruise control 29
9Instruments 18
10Horn
11 Windshield wash/wipe, headlight wash/wipe 23
12Fan 34
13Air distribution control (ECC: temperature control) 34
14Hazard warning flashers 24
15Mixing outside air, air vents 33
16Air flow, air vents 33
17Temperature control (ECC: temperature control) 34
18Glove compartment 43
19Passenger airbag 4
20Light-sensitive diode for Electronic Climate Control and LED for immobilizer and alarm 35
21Fuse box 91
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4 Trip odometer reset button
Press the button to reset the trip odometer. The ignition must be switched on.
5 Odometer
6 Speedometer
7 Trip odometer
Used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer.
8 Fuel gauge
Fuel tank capacity: 16 US gallons (60 liters).
When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1.5 US gal. (7 liters) of fuel remaining. See "Refueling"
for additional information. When refuelling the fuel gauge needle will not register until the volume of gasoline
in the tank exceeds 3.5 US gal. (12 liters).
9 Trip Computer/Ambient temperature
NOTE: See page 26/27
for information on the trip computer.
10 Temperature gauge (engine coolant)
Do not drive the car with the pointer in the red range. The pointer should be approximately midway on the
gauge face when driving. If the pointer approaches the red range repeatedly, check coolant level. See page 116
.
pg. 19 Indicator and warning lights
1 Turn signal, left
2 Turn signal, right
3 Fuel level low
4 Not in use
5 Front fog lamp on
6 Rear fog lamp on
7 Cruise control
8 Brake light* failure warning.
9 Main beam on
10 ABS (anti-lock brakes) malfunction
11 Door open
12 Parking brake applied
13 Low oil pressure
14 Hazard warning light on
15 Fault in SRS system
16 Brake circuit not working (brake fluid level too low) and EBD
17 Battery charge failure
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