Front seats


1 - Lumbar support: turn the control for firmer or softer lumbar support.
2 - Front-rear adjustment: lift the bar and move the seat to the position of your choice.
3 - Raise/lower front edge of seat cushion, pump up/down.
4 - Backrest tilt: turn the control to adjust the angle of the backrest.
5 - Raise/lower the seat, pump up/down. Control panel for power seat*.
WARNING
- Do not adjust the seat while driving. The seat should be adjusted so that the brake pedal can be depressed fully. In addition, position the seat as far rearward as comfort and control allow.
- Check that the seat is securely locked into position after adjusting.
See also:
Points to keep in mind
• Do not export your Volvo to another country
before investigating that country's
applicable safety and exhaust emission
requirements. In some cases it may be difficult
or impossible to comply ...
Safety
The S40 has earned good crash-test scores from the Insurance Institute for
Highway Safety. Specifically, it scores Good (the best possible) in frontal and
rear impacts and Acceptable (one ranking ...
Severe strain on the brake system
The brakes will be subject to severe strain
when driving in mountains or hilly areas, or
when towing a trailer. Vehicle speed is usually
slower, which means that the cooling of the
brakes is l ...
