Always use a seatbelt. Volvo 2007, 2008, S40, 2007 S40

01 Safety

01 Seatbelts

Always use a seatbelt

Tensioning the hip strap. The belt must be positioned low down.

Heavy braking can have serious consequences if the seatbelts are not used. Ensure that all passengers use their seatbelts.

Putting on a seatbelt:

– Pull the belt out slowly and secure it by pressing the buckle into the lock. A loud

"click" indicates that the belt has locked.

Releasing the belt

– Press the red lock button and let the belt retract. If the belt does not retract fully, feed the belt in by hand so that it does not hang lose.

The belt locks and cannot be withdrawn

• if it is pulled out too quickly

• during braking and acceleration

• if the car leans heavily.

It is important that the belt lies against the body so it can provide maximum protection.

Do not lean the backrest too far back. The seatbelt is designed to protect in a normal seating position.

Keep in mind the following:

• do not use clips or anything else that can prevent the belt from fitting properly

• ensure the belt is not be twisted or caught on anything

• the hip strap must be positioned low down

(not over the abdomen)

• tension the hip strap over the lap by pulling the diagonal shoulder belt as illustrated

WARNING

The seatbelts and airbags interact. If a seatbelt is not used or is used incorrectly, this may diminish the protection provided by the airbag in the event of a collision.

WARNING

Each belt is intended for one person only.

WARNING

Never modify or repair the belt yourself.

Contact an authorised Volvo workshop. If the belt has been subjected to a major load, such as in a collision, the entire belt, including reel, anchorage and buckle, must be replaced. Some of the belt’s protective properties may have been lost even if the belt does not appear damaged. The belt should also be replaced if it shows signs of wear or damage. The new belt must be type-approved and designed for installation at the same location as the replaced belt.

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