Power brakes function only when the engine is running
The power brakes utilize vacuum pressure which is only created when the engine is running.
Never let the vehicle roll to a stop with the engine switched off.
If the power brakes are not working, considerably higher pressure will be required on the brake pedal to compensate for the lack of power assistance. This can happen for example when towing your vehicle or if the engine is switched off when the vehicle is rolling. The brake pedal feels harder than usual.
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Safety
Though its sister model, the S40 sedan, earned good crash-test scores from
the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, the wagon hasn't been crash tested.
Unfortunately, differences in weight and ...
RSE-AUX connectors and 12-voltsocket
The three color-coded (yellow-white-red) RSEAUX
connectors can be used to connect an
auxiliary device to the RSE system. Always follow
the connection instructions provided with
the auxiliary devic ...
Precautions when the vehicle is being towed
Attach jumper cables (see page 116) to provide current for releasing the
electric parking brake and to move the gear selector from the P position to
N.
Be sure that the steering wheel lock ...