Volvo S40 - Manual (Page 19)

2003 Volvo S40 & V40
WARNING!
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The IC system is a supplement to the Side Impact Protection System. It is not designed to deploy
during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in most rollover situations.
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Never try to open or repair any components of the IC system. This should be done only by an
authorized Volvo service technician.
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The inflatable curtains are designed to deploy only during certain side-impact collisions, depending
on the crash severity, angle, speed and impact. The inflatable curtains are not designed to deploy in
all side impact situations.
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In order for the IC to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants and both outboard rear
seat occupants should sit in an upright position with the seat belt properly fastened; adults using the
seat belt and children using the proper child restraint system. Only adults should sit in the front seats.
Children must never be allowed in the front passenger seat.
See page 13 for guidelines. Failure to
follow these instructions can result in serious injury to the vehicle occupants.
pg. 11 Child safety, Booster cushion (optional)
WARNING!
Failure to follow the instructions on these pages will increase the risk of your child being injured
during a sudden stop or collision. In the event of a collision while the integrated booster cushion was
occupied, the entire booster cushion and center seat belt must be replaced. The booster cushion
should also be replaced if it is badly worn or damaged in any way. This work should be performed by
an authorized Volvo retailer only. The booster cushion should be cleaned while in place in the vehicle
if possible. If not, please consult your Volvo retailer.
Make sure that the booster cushion is always securely locked in place.
Always put the belt comfortably over the child's shoulder and across their lap.
If the booster cushion is subjected to severe forces in an accident it must be replaced as a whole,
inclusive of belt and attachments.
Never leave children unattended in the car.
Integrated booster cushions
Volvo's own integrated booster cushions have been specially designed to help safeguard a child seated in
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