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NOTE
Do not export your Volvo to another coun- try before investigating that country'sapplicable safety and exhaust emissionrequirements. In some cases it may be dif-ficult or impossible to comply with theserequirements. Modifications to the emis-sion control system(s) may render yourVolvo not certifiable for legal operation inthe U.S., Canada and other countries.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA proposition 65 Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain oremit chemicals known to the state of Cali-fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects orother reproductive harm. In addition, cer-tain fluids contained in vehicles and certainproducts of component wear contain oremit chemicals known to the State of Cali-fornia to cause cancer, and birth defects orother reproductive harm.
WARNING
Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt tensioners,adaptive steering columns, and button cellbatteries may contain Perchlorate material.Special handling may apply for service orvehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/ perchlorate.
WARNING
The driver is always responsible for operat- ing the vehicle in a safe manner and forcomplying with current statutes and regu-lations. It is also essential to maintain and service the vehicle according to Volvo's recom-mendations as stated in the owner's infor-mation and the service and warranty book-let. If the on-board information differs from the printed owner's manual, the printed infor-mation always takes precedence.
Related information
Accessory installation (p. 38)
Connecting equipment to the vehicle's data link connector (p. 39)
Using the Owner's Manual (p. 23)
Accessory installation
We strongly recommend that Volvo owners use only genuine, Volvo-approved accesso-ries, and that accessory installations be per-formed only by a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician. Certain accessories onlywork when the associated software is instal-led in the vehicle's computer system.
Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure compatibility with the perform-ance, safety, and emission systems in yourvehicle. Additionally, a trained and quali-fied Volvo service technician knows whereaccessories may and may not be safelyinstalled in your Volvo. In all cases, pleaseconsult a trained and qualified Volvo serv-ice technician before installing any acces-sory in or on your vehicle.
Accessories that have not been approvedby Volvo may or may not be specificallytested for compatibility with your vehicle.
Any of your vehicle's performance andsafety systems could be adversely affec-ted if you install accessories that Volvohas not tested, or if you allow accessoriesto be installed by someone unfamiliar withyour vehicle.
Damage caused by unapproved orimproperly installed accessories may notbe covered by your new vehicle warranty.See your Warranty and Service RecordsInformation booklet for more warranty
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information. Volvo assumes no responsi- bility for death, injury, or expenses thatmay result from the installation of non-genuine accessories.
Related information
Important information on accessories andextra equipment (p. 37)
Connecting equipment to the vehicle's data link connector Incorrectly connected or installed software or diagnostic tools may have an adverse effecton the vehicle's electronics.
We strongly recommend that Volvo owners use only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories,and that accessory installations be performedonly by a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician. Certain accessories only workwhen the associated software is installed inthe vehicle's computer system.
On-board Diagnostic (OBDII) socket under the dash- board on the driver's side.
NOTE
Volvo Cars takes no responsibility for the consequences of connecting non-author-ized equipment to the On-boardDiagnostic (OBDII) socket. This socketshould only be used by a trained and quali-fied Volvo service technician.
Type approvalUSA FCC ID: 2AGKKACUII-06This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the followingtwo conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interfer- ence, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.
WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-pliance could void the user's authority tooperate the equipment.
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Related information
Important information on accessories andextra equipment (p. 37)
Technician certification In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo supports certification by the National Insti-tute for Automotive Service Excellence(A.S.E.).
Certified technicians have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas.Besides passing exams, each technician mustalso have worked in the field for two or moreyears before a certificate is issued. These pro-fessional technicians are best able to analyzevehicle problems and perform the necessarymaintenance procedures to keep your Volvo atpeak operating condition.
Twin Engine
vehicles
Technicians performing work on a vehicle with electrification should also have the necessarytraining and specialized certification requiredfor performing repairs and/or maintenance ona vehicle with electrification.
WARNING
A number of electrical components in Twin Engine vehicles use high-voltage currentand can be extremely dangerous if handledincorrectly. These components and anyorange wiring in the vehicle may only behandled by trained and qualified Volvoservice technicians.
Viewing the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) When contacting a Volvo retailer, about e.g. your Volvo On Call subscription, your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN 4
) may be needed.
1. Tap Settings in the Top view in the center
display.
2. Proceed to
SystemSystem
Information
Vehicle Identification
Number.
> The vehicle identification number will be displayed.
The VIN can also be found on the first page of the Warranty and Service Records Informationbooklet, on your registration card, or by look-ing at the dashboard through the windshield.
The VIN has a similar location on all models.
4 Vehicle Identification Number
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Safety during pregnancy
It is important that seat belts are worn cor- rectly during pregnancy and that pregnantdrivers adjust their seating position accord-ingly.
Seat belt
The seat belt should fit closely against the shoulder, with the diagonal section betweenthe 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 underthe stomach. Never let it ride upward. Removeunnecessary slack and make sure the seat beltfits as close as possible to the body. Makesure there are no twists in the seat belt.
Seating positionAs pregnancy progresses, pregnant driversshould adjust the seat and steering wheel to a position that allows them to retain full controlof the vehicle (which means they should beable to easily reach the steering wheel andfoot pedals). Try to maintain as much distanceas possible between the stomach and thesteering wheel.
Related information
Safety (p. 44)
Seat belts (p. 49)
Manual front seats (p. 188)
Power
* front seats (p. 189)
Occupant safety
Safety is Volvo's cornerstone.
Volvo's concern for safetyOur concern for safety dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the productionline. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention),safety cages, and energy-absorbing impactzones were designed into Volvo vehicles longbefore it was fashionable or required by gov-ernment regulation. We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safetyfeatures and to refine those already in ourvehicles. You can help. We would appreciatehearing your suggestions about improvingautomobile safety. We also want to know ifyou ever have a safety concern with your vehi-cle. Call us in the U.S. at: 1-800-458-1552 orin Canada at: 1-800-663-8255.
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WARNING
Never repair the belt yourself. Repairs should only be performed by a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician.
Any device used to induce slack intothe shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a detrimen-tal effect on the amount of protectionavailable in the event of a collision.
The seat back should not be tilted toofar back. The shoulder belt must betaut in order to function properly.
Do not use any type of child restraint inthe front passenger seat. We recom-mend that children who have outgrownthese devices sit in the rear seat withthe seat belt properly fastened.
Related information
Safety (p. 44)
Seat belt tensioners (p. 52)
Buckling and unbuckling seat belts(p. 50)
Door and seat belt reminders (p. 53)
Buckling and unbuckling seat belts Make sure that all passengers have buckled their seat belts before starting to drive.Buckling seat belts1. Pull out the belt slowly and make sure it is
not twisted or damaged.
NOTE
The seat belt is equipped with a seat belt retractor that will lock up in the followingsituations: if the belt is pulled out too quickly.
during braking and acceleration.
if the vehicle is leaning excessively.
when driving in turns.
if the automatic locking retractor/emer- gency locking retractor (ALR/ELR) isactivated. Each seat belt (except for thedriver's) is equipped with an ALR func-tion, which is designed to keep the seatbelt taut when installing a childrestraint. ALR is activated when the seatbelt is pulled out as far as possible. Ifthis is done, a sound from the seat beltretractor will be audible, which is nor-mal. The seat belt can now only be fedinto the retractor, not pulled out. Thisfunction is automatically disabled whenthe seat belt is unbuckled and fullyretracted.
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WARNING
Never use a seat belt for more than one occupant. Never wear the shoulder portionof the belt under the arm, behind the backor otherwise out of position. Such usecould cause injury in the event of an acci-dent. As seat belts lose much of theirstrength when exposed to violent stretch-ing, they should be replaced after any colli-sion, even if they appear to be undamaged.
WARNING
Do not use clips or fasten the belts around hooks or other parts of the interior. This willprevent the seat belt from fitting properly.
WARNING
Never damage the seat belts and never insert any foreign objects into the beltbuckle. This may cause the seat belts andbelt buckles to malfunction in a collision.There is a risk of serious injury.
Unbuckling seat belts1. Press the red button on the seat belt
receptacle and make sure the seat belt retracts fully into the retractor slot.
2. If it does not fully retract, guide the belt manually into the slot and make sure itdoes not hang loose.
Related information
Seat belts (p. 49)
Seat belt tensioners (p. 52)
Door and seat belt reminders (p. 53)
Seat belt tensioners The vehicle is equipped with standard and electric
* seat belt tensioners that can help
tension the seat belt in a critical situation or collision.
Standard seat belt tensionersAll 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 beltsin order to more effectively restrain the occu-pants.
Electric seat belt tensioners *The driver's and front passenger's seat beltsare equipped with electric seat belt tensioners. The seat belt tensioners interact and can be activated in conjunction with the City Safetyand Rear Collision Warning driver support sys-tems. In critical situations, such as if the vehi-cle brakes suddenly, begins to skid or runs offthe road (e.g if the vehicle rolls into a ditch,lifts off the ground or hits an obstacle in theroad), or if there is a risk of collision, the seatbelts can be pulled taut by the seat belt ten-sioner's electric motor. 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
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and improves the effect of other safety sys- tems such as the airbags. When a critical situation has passed, the seat belt and the electric seat belt tensioner arereset automatically. However, they can also bereset manually.
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 acollision, the entire seat belt must bereplaced. Even if the seat belt appearsundamaged, some of its protective proper-ties may have been lost. Also replace theseat belt if it is worn or damaged. The newseat belt must be type approved andintended for the same seating position asthe replaced seat belt.
Related information
Seat belts (p. 49)
Buckling and unbuckling seat belts (p. 50)
Resetting the electric seat belt tensioners
*
(p. 53)
City Safety
™ (p. 318)
Rear Collision Warning
* (p. 332)
Resetting the electric seat belt tensioners *
The electric seat belt tensioners are designed to be reset automatically, but if the seat beltremains taut it can be reset manually.
1. Stop the vehicle in a safe location.
2. Unbuckle the seat belt and then rebuckle it.
> The seat belt and the electric seat belttensioner will be reset.
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 acollision, the entire seat belt must bereplaced. Even if the seat belt appearsundamaged, some of its protective proper-ties may have been lost. Also replace theseat belt if it is worn or damaged. The newseat belt must be type approved andintended for the same seating position asthe replaced seat belt.
Related information
Seat belt tensioners (p. 52)
Seat belts (p. 49)
Door and seat belt reminders
This system is intended to remind occupants to buckle their seat belts and to alert thedriver if a door, hood or other opening (trunk,sunroof, etc.) is open.
Graphics in the instrument panel
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. The same graphic also indicates if the hood, tailgate, fuel filler door or any door is open. Confirm the graphic by briefly pressing the O
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Seat belt reminder
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 distancedriven. 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. Child seats are not included in the seat belt reminder system.
Front seats
An audible signal and an indicator light remind unbuckled occupants to fasten their seatbelts.
Rear seat
The rear seat belt reminder has two functions:
To indicate which seat belts are buckled in the rear seats. This will also be displayedin an instrument panel graphic.
To provide audio and visual reminders ifany seat belt in the rear seat is removedwhile the vehicle is in motion. Thereminder will stop when the seat belt hasbeen rebuckled.
Door/hood/tailgate and fuel filler door
reminder
If the hood, tailgate, fuel filler door or any dooris not properly closed, this will be indicated bya graphic in the instrument panel. Stop thevehicle safely and close the open door, hood,etc.
If the vehicle is moving at a speedunder approx. 10 km/h (6 mph), theinformation symbol will illuminate inthe instrument panel.
If the vehicle is moving at a speed above approx. 10 km/h (6 mph), thewarning symbol will illuminate in theinstrument panel.
Related information
Seat belts (p. 49)
Buckling and unbuckling seat belts (p. 50)
Airbags
The vehicle is equipped with airbags and inflatable curtains for the driver and passen-gers.
WARNING
If the airbag warning light stays on after the engine has started or if it illu-minates while you are driving, have thevehicle inspected by a trained andqualified Volvo service technician assoon as possible.
Never attempt to alter or repair any ofthe vehicle's safety systems yourself.Incorrectly performed repairs to anysystem could impair function and leadto serious injury. All work on these sys-tems should be performed by a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician.