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 trunk, the less the tendency to understeer.
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Indicator and information symbols
Fault in
the Active Bending Light
(ABL) system
This symbol will illuminate if the there is a fault
in the ABL system. See page 93 for more
information about this system.
Malfunction ...
Driving Dynamics: Chassis
The compact Volvo V50 Sportswagon delivers an engaging, dynamic driving
experience with a high level of active safety. To achieve this, it makes use of
a sophisticated suspension system, a high le ...
Top tether anchors
Child restraint anchorages
Your Volvo is equipped with child restraint top tether anchorages in the rear
seat. They are located on the rear parcel shelf.
Securing a child seat
1. Place the chil ...
