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:
Roof loads
Using load carriers
Load carriers are available as Volvo accessories.
Observe the following points when in use:
• To avoid damaging your vehicle and to
achieve maximum safety when driving, we
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Owner maintenance
Periodic maintenance requirements and intervals are described in your vehicle's
Warranty and Service Records Information booklet.
The following points can be carried out between the normally sc ...
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) – front seats only
The Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) consists
of specially designed hinges and brackets
on the front seat backrests designed to help
absorb some of the energy generated in a collision
from the ...