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 less efficient than when driving on level roads. To reduce the strain on the brakes, shift into a lower gear and let the engine help with the braking. Do not forget that if you are towing a trailer, the brakes will be subjected to a greater than normal load.
See also:
Safety
Crash tests have not been conducted on the 2012 Volvo XC70. As is required of
all 2012 models, it has standard antilock brakes and an electronic stability
system with traction control. It also com ...
Vanity mirror
Vanity mirror with lighting
The light comes on automatically when the cover is lifted. ...
Driver Alert Control (DAC)– introduction
This function is intended to alert the driver if his/her driving becomes erratic,
such as if the driver is distracted or fatigued.
NOTE
The camera has certain limitations, see page 160.
A ...
