Weight distribution affects handling

At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load.
The heavier the load in the cargo area, the less the tendency to understeer.
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Overview
Center console control panel
1 VOL: Volume control
2 MEDIA button
3 TUNE: Turn to navigate among menu alternatives
and folders shown in the display.
4 OK/MENU: Press to confirm your selection ...
Replacing the batteries
CAUTION
When handling batteries, avoid touching
their contact surfaces as this could result in
poor battery function in the remote key.
3 Note the position of the battery's (+) or (–)
sides.
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Warranty
As you'd expect, the Volvo S40 saloon is supported by a comprehensive
warranty. The standard mechanical warranty is three years/60,000 miles
(whichever comes first), plus there's a three-year, unl ...
