V50 w646.book - ESD - Volvo

01 Safety
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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The belt locks and cannot be withdrawn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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