Safety

Antilock brakes, traction control, side-impact airbags for the front seats and side curtain-type airbags are standard. A Whiplash Protection Seating System moves the front seatbacks rearward in a rear-end collision. Dynamic Stability and Traction Control is optional.
See also:
Folding the front seat backrest
The front passenger seat backrest can be folded to a horizontal position to make
room for a long load. Fold the backrest as follows:
1 - Move the seat as far back and down as possible.
2 - Adjus ...
Driving Dynamics: Engines
The Volvo S40 is available with a range of high-tech engines that reflect its
role as a premium alternative. Three new engines joined the range in 2007: a 145
PS 2.0-litre petrol, a five-cylinder ...
Interrupting automatic opening/closing
Automatic opening or closing the tailgate can
be interrupted in four ways:
• By pressing the button on the
lighting panel.
• By pressing the button on the
remote key.
• By pressing the butt ...
