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:
Setting a warning distance
This setting determines the distance at which
the visual and audible warnings are triggered.
Select Long, Normal or Short by pressing MY
CAR on the center console control panel and
going to Set ...
Engine oil
Oil specifications
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC
specification GF-4, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1.
Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel
economy, engine performance, or engine protect ...
Minimum octane
Typical pump octane label
Volvo recommends premium fuel for best performance, but using 87 octane1 or above
will not affect engine reliability.
Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsep ...
