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SAFETY
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General safety information
The vehicle is equipped with a number of safety
systems for the driver and passengers.
Warning symbol in the instrument panel
The warning symbol in the instrument
panel illuminates when the ignition is in
mode II or higher. It will go out after
approx. 6 seconds if no faults are
detected in the airbag system.
WARNING
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If the SRS warning light stays on after the
engine has started or if it illuminates
while you are driving, have the vehicle
inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician as soon as possible.
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Never try to repair any component or part
of the SRS yourself. Any interference in
the system could cause malfunction and
serious injury. All work on these systems
should be performed by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
Related information
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Safety during pregnancy (p. 62)
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Seat belts (p. 58)
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Safety systems (p. 83)
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Airbag system (p. 83)
Occupant safety
Safety is Volvo's cornerstone.
Volvo's concern for safety
Our concern for safety dates back to 1927 when
the first Volvo rolled off the production line.
Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety
cages, and energy-absorbing impact zones were
designed into Volvo vehicles long before it was
fashionable or required by government regulation.
We will not compromise our commitment to
safety. We continue to seek out new safety fea-
tures and to refine those already in our vehicles.
You can help. We would appreciate hearing your
suggestions about improving automobile safety.
We also want to know if you ever have a safety
concern with your vehicle. Call us in the U.S. at:
1-800-458-1552 or in Canada at:
1-800-663-8255.
Occupant safety reminders
How safely you drive doesn't depend on how old
you are but rather on:
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How well you see.
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Your ability to concentrate.
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How quickly you make decisions under
stress to avoid an accident.
The following suggestions are intended to help
you cope with the ever changing traffic environ-
ment.
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Never drink and drive.
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If you are taking any medication, consult your
physician about its potential effects on your
driving abilities.
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Take a driver-retraining course.
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Have your eyes checked regularly.
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Keep your windshield and headlights clean.
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Replace wiper blades when they start to
leave streaks.
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Take into account the traffic, road, and
weather conditions, particularly with regard to
stopping distance.
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Never send text messages while driving.
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Refrain from using or minimize the use of a
cell phone while driving.
Related information
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Recall information (p. 58)
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Reporting safety defects (p. 57)
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