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LOADING AND STORAGE
* Option/accessory.
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IMPORTANT
Max. socket is 10 A (120 W) if one socket is
used at a time. If both sockets in the tunnel
console are used simultaneously, 7.5 A (90
W) per socket is applicable.
If the compressor for emergency puncture
repair is connected to one of the two sockets,
no other current consumer must be con-
nected to the other one.
NOTE
The compressor for emergency puncture
repair (p. 346) has been tested and approved
by Volvo.
Related information
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12 V electrical socket - cargo area* (p. 156)
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Payload depends on the car's kerb weight.
The total of the weight of the passengers and all
accessories reduces the car's payload by a cor-
responding weight.
For more detailed information on weights, see
Weights (p. 412).
The tailgate is opened via a button on
the lighting panel or the remote control
key, see Locking/unlocking - tailgate
(p. 181).
WARNING
The car’s driving properties change depend-
ing on the weight and positioning of the load.
To bear in mind when loading
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Position the load firmly against the rear
seat's backrest.
Note that objects must not prevent the function
of the WHIPS system for the front seats if any of
the rear seat's backrests is folded down, see
WHIPS - seating position (p. 42).
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Centre the load.
•
Heavy objects should be placed as low as
possible. Avoid placing heavy loads on low-
ered backrests.
•
Cover sharp edges with something soft to
avoid damaging the upholstery.
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Secure all loads to the load retaining eyelets
with straps or web lashings.
WARNING
A loose object weighing 20 kg (44 pounds)
can, in a frontal collision at a speed of
50 km/h (30 mph) carry the impact of an
item weighing 1000 kg (2200 pounds).
WARNING
The protection provided by the inflatable cur-
tain in the headlining may be compromised or
eliminated by high loads.
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Never load cargo above the backrest.
WARNING
Always secure the load. During heavy braking
the load may otherwise shift, causing injury to
the car's occupants.
Cover sharp edges and sharp corners with
something soft.
Switch off the engine and apply the parking
brake when loading/unloading long items.
Otherwise you may accidentally knock the
gear lever or gear selector with the load into a
drive position - and the car could then move
off.
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