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Compartment in door panel
Storage pocket on the front edge of the front seat cushions
Glove compartment (p. 137)
Storage compartment
Storage compartment (p. 136), 12-volt socket (p. 136) and AUX input/USB con-nector
Rear seat cup holders
Storage pocket
Related information
•Vanity mirror (p. 137)
• 12-volt socket in the trunk
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Tunnel console The tunnel console is located between the front seats.
Storage compartment (for CDs, etc.) under armrest, AUX input/USB connector.
Includes cup holder for driver and passenger, 12-volt socket (p. 136) and a small storagecompartment.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 134)
Tunnel console – 12-volt sockets
The electrical sockets can be used for 12-volt accessories such as cell phone chargers andcoolers. For the socket to supply current, theignition must be in at least mode I (p. 74). The
sockets are located between the cup holders inthe tunnel console and on the rear side of thetunnel console (p. 136) for rear seat passen-gers.
12-volt socket in the front tunnel console
12-volt socket in the rear center console
The maximum current consumption is 10A (120W) if only one of the 12-volt sockets in thepassenger compartment is in use. If both thefront and rear sockets are used at the same time,the maximum current consumption per socket is7.5A (90W). The auxiliary sockets can also be used to power a cigarette lighter. Accessory cigarette lighters andashtrays can be purchased from your Volvoretailer.
WARNING
Always keep the sockets covered when not in use.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 134)
• 12-volt socket in the trunk
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Glove compartment
The glove compartment provides a lockable stor- age compartment for small items.
The owner's manual and maps can be kept here. There are also holders for pens and fuel cards.The glove compartment can be locked manuallywith the key blade, see Locking/unlocking –glove compartment (p. 160).
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 134)
Vanity mirror
The vanity mirrors are located on the upper side of the sun visors.
Vanity mirror with lighting
The light comes on automatically when the cover is lifted.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 134)
• Bulbs – vanity mirror lighting (p. 341)
12-volt socket in the trunk
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This 12-volt socket can be used e.g., to connect the tire sealing system's compressor (certainmodels) and other 12-volt accessories.
Fold down the cover to access the electrical socket.
NOTE
The 12-volt socket in the trunk provides elec- trical current even when the ignition isswitched off. Using the socket while theengine is not running will drain the battery.
Related information
• Storage spaces (p. 134)
• Tunnel console – 12-volt sockets (p. 136)
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Loading – general
The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is determined by factors such as the number ofpassengers, the amount of cargo, the weight ofany accessories that may be installed, etc.
To increase loading space, the rear seat back- rests can be folded down, see Rear seats – fold-
ing backrest (p. 81).
When loading the trunk, keep the following in
mind:
The trunk lid can be unlocked an pop-ped open slightly via the button locatedon the lighting panel, see Locking/
unlocking – trunk (p. 160).
• Load objects in the trunk against the back- rest whenever possible.
• Unstable loads can be secured to the loadanchoring eyelets with straps or web lash-ings to help keep them from shifting.
• Stop the engine and apply the parking brakewhen loading or unloading long objects. Thegear selector can be knocked out of positionby long loads, which could set the vehicle inmotion.
WARNING
• Stop the engine, put the gear selector in P
, and apply the parking brake when
loading or unloading long objects.
• The vehicle's driving characteristics may change depending on the weight and dis-tribution of the load.
• A 44-pound (20 kg) object produces aforce of 2,200 pounds (1,000 kg) in ahead-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h).
• The rear seat should not be loaded to alevel higher than 2 in. (5 cm) below theupper edge of the rear side windows.Objects placed higher than this levelcould impede the function of the VolvoInflatable Curtain.
Related information
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 140)
• Loading – roof load carriers (p. 139)
Ski hatch
There is a hatch in the right section of the rear seat backrest that can be opened for transport-ing long objects.
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Fold the right backrest forward.
Release the hatch in the rear seat backrest by sliding the catch up while folding thehatch forward.
Return the backrest to the upright position with the hatch open.
Use the seat belt to prevent the load from mov-ing.
WARNING
• Always secure the load to help prevent it from moving in the event of sudden brak-ing.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
The cover on the rear seat armrest/child seat has no hinge. The cover must be removed before theski hatch is used. Removal:
–Open the cover 30 degrees and lift straight up.
Installation:
–Insert the cover in the grooves behind the upholstery and close the cover.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 138)
Loading – roof load carriers
Using load carriersLoad carriers are available as Volvo accessories. Observe the following points when in use:
• To avoid damaging your vehicle and toachieve maximum safety when driving, werecommend using the load carriers that Volvohas developed especially for your vehicle.
• Volvo-approved removable roof racks aredesigned to carry the maximum allowableroof load for this vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg).For non-Volvo roof racks, check the manu-facturer's weight limits for the rack.
• Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weighlimits and never exceed the maximum ratedroof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).
• Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loadsevenly.
• Place heavier cargo at the bottom of theload.
• Secure the cargo correctly with appropriatetie-down equipment.
• Check periodically that the load carriers andload are properly secured.
• Remember that the vehicle's center of gravityand handling change when you carry a loadon the roof.
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The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con- sumption will increase with the size of theload.
• Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast cor-nering and hard braking.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 138)
• Load anchoring eyelets (p. 140)
Load anchoring eyelets
The load anchoring eyelets on both sides of the vehicle are used to fasten straps, etc., to helpanchor items in the trunk.
WARNING
The two upper hooks shown in the illustration are for holding grocery bags only. They are not intended for anchoring heavy objects.
WARNING
• Cover sharp edges on long loads to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure theload to help prevent shifting during sud-den stops.
• Always secure large and heavy objectswith a seat belt or cargo retaining straps.
• Always secure the load to help prevent itfrom moving in the event of sudden stops.
• Switch off the engine, apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 138)
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Grocery bag holder
The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags in place.
Grocery bag holder under the floor of the trunk
The grocery bag holder holds shopping bags in place.
1. Open the hatch in the floor of the trunk.
2. Secure the shopping bags with the strap.
Related information
• Loading – general (p. 138)
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