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 cargo area, the less the tendency to understeer.
See also:
Fuse box in the passenger compartment, behind the plastic cover, driver's
side
This fuse box is located behind the plastic
cover below the steering wheel. When replacing
a blown fuse, be sure to replace it with a
new one of the same color and amperage (written
on the fuse) ...
Decals
There are various types of decals in the vehicle
whose purpose is to provide important information
in a clear and concise way. The importance
of these decals is explained as follows,
in descending ...
Reporting safety defects in Canada
If you believe your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash or could cause
injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada in addition to notifying
Volvo Cars of Canada Corp. ...
