Volvo S40 - Manual (Page 26)

2003 Volvo S40 & V40
WARNING!
Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also
recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt
properly fastened.
*Automatic Locking Retractor/Emergency Locking Retractor.
pg. 16 Occupant safety
Seat belt maintenance
Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning.
Check seat belt mechanism function as follows: Attach the seat belt and pull rapidly on the strap. The
belt will lock immediately.
Volvo Concern for Safety
Safety is the cornerstone of Volvo. Our concern 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 cars 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 features and to refine
those already in our cars. 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 car. Call us in the
U.S. at: 800-458-1552.
Call us in Canada at: 1-800-633-8255.
Driving safely
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 tips listed below are suggestions to help you cope with the ever changing traffic environment.
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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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