Exterior
For 2008, the nose and tail are modified, and though Volvo says it has changed the headlights and taillights, it seems limited to the elements within, such as taillamp LEDs and lens colors, and not a change in overall shape. The V-shaped hood bulge runs down into a more sculpted nose, and the lower air intake is broader. The unmistakable diagonal cross-member grille is even less mistakable, with a 50 percent larger Volvo logo. In contrast to the nose, the door sill and bumper extensions have been smoothed out. A Dynamic Trim Package option for the T5 adds a trunklid spoiler, side skirts and spoilers for the "chin" and below the rear bumper.
The S40 was an early adopter of side mirrors with integrated turn signals. Sixteen-inch alloy wheels are standard, but 17-inchers are available on either trim level.
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Convertible seats
Securing a convertible seat with a seat belt
Do not place the convertible seat in the front passenger's seat
NOTE
Refer to pages 49 and 50 for information on securing a child restraint u ...
Returning to mode I from mode II
With the remote key fully pressed into the ignition
slot, press START/STOP ENGINE briefly. ...
Folding down the rear seat backrests
The rear seat backrests can be folded down for
additional loading space, see page 88. ...