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Airbag information labels  
This label is located on the front passenger seat's sun visor.  
Warning  
Child restraints and front passenger seat  
NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS  
INJURY to the CHILD can occur.  
5.5. Child safety  
Several features in the car aim to increase child safety, including anchorage points for child restraint  
installation and child locks.  
Children in the car should always be securely seated and kept under adult supervision. Follow the recommendations in this  
manual as well as the local regulations and recommendations that apply to you.  
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Warning  
Securely seated  
Children should be securely seated in a child restraint or with the car's seatbelt depending on their age and size.  
Never let a child sit in the lap of another passenger or in a location not intended for passengers.  
Other occupants in the car should be properly seated and use the seatbelts correctly. This can help prevent serious  
injury to children in the car in situations ranging from sudden braking to severe collisions.  
Under supervision  
Never leave children alone in the car. Children may be exposed to potentially harmful temperatures on hot or cold  
days, or may lock themselves in.  
Do not allow children to play in the car or play with any of the car's controls. This reduces the risk of injury to the  
child or inadvertent activation or deactivation of the car's features.  
5.5.1. Child restraints  
Children should always use suitable child restraints and be securely seated in the car according to given  
recommendations.  
Different types of child restraints are specifically designed for certain age and height ranges. Your car is equipped with child re-  
straint anchorage points that suit different types of child restraints.  
Volvo recommends that children use rearward-facing child restraints for as long as possible, until at least the age of four. After  
that, children should use forward-facing child restraints, preferably a booster seat using the car's seatbelt to secure the child.  
Children should use a child restraint until they reach at least 140 centimetres (4 feet 7 inches) in height.  
Child restraints are classified into different approval levels:  
The i-Size child restraint standard uses ISOFIX in combination with the top tether anchorage points or a support leg. This standard ensures that any i-Size  
child restraint can be used on a seat designated as i-Size approved.  
i-Size  
A child restraint of this approval level can be installed on a seat in any car model, as long as the car seat position is suitable for universally approved child  
restraints according to the car's manual.  
Universal  
A child restraint of this approval level can be installed on a seat in specific car models, as long as the child restraint manufacturer has included the car model  
in the type list for the specific restraint.  
Vehicle  
specific  
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Warning  
Child restraints and front passenger seat  
NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS  
INJURY to the CHILD can occur.  
Damaged and old child restraints  
Never use or reuse a child restraint:  
if the restraint has been involved in an accident or is damaged in any way  
if the expiry date or service life of the restraint has been exceeded  
if you don't know the full history of the restraint.  
Important  
Loose child restraints  
Never leave a loose child restraint in the passenger compartment. When not in use, keep it installed according to the  
manufacturer's instructions or store it securely in the boot. A loose child restraint can cause damage in the event of a col-  
lision or sudden braking.  
General safety recommendations  
When applicable, follow the general safety recommendations regarding seatbelt use, headrest adjustment and proper  
seating.  
Local regulations  
Regulations on where and how children should be seated and secured differ between regions. Make sure that you know  
what applies to the region you are in.  
Airbag information labels  
This label is located on the front passenger seat's sun visor.  
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5.5.1.1. Installing child restraints  
When installing and using a child restraint, there is a number of things to keep in mind, depending on the  
location of the child restraint in your car.  
Warning  
Follow the instructions  
Take extra care to read all information about child safety in this manual and follow the instructions from the manufacturer  
of your child restraint. If you do not, the child could sustain serious injury in the event of an accident.  
Child restraints and front passenger seat  
NEVER use a rearward facing child restraint on a seat protected by an ACTIVE AIRBAG in front of it, DEATH or SERIOUS  
INJURY to the CHILD can occur.  
Important  
Local regulations  
Regulations on where and how children should be seated and secured differ between regions. Make sure that you know  
what applies to the region you are in.  
Manufacturer's instructions  
Always follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the child restraint.  
5.5.1.1.1. Installing child restraints on the outer rear seats  
To securely install a child restraint on either of the outer rear seats, there is important information to read and  
recommendations to follow.  
ISOFIX, top and lower tether anchorage points can be used when installing a child restraint on the outer rear seats.  
These seats are approved for i-Size child restraints.  
Tip  
Long-term use of a child restraint may cause wear and tear on the car interior. Use a kick guard accessory to protect the  
car interior.  
Allowed child restraints  
Only use child restraints that are recommended by Volvo, i-Size approved, universally approved or are vehicle specific  
approved where the car is included in the child restraint manufacturer’s vehicle list.  
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Seat preparations  
Remove cushion extenders, leg supports and other accessories from the seat before installing a child restraint. If you use a  
kick guard accessory, this can remain on the seat.  
Any support legs of a child restraint should always be fitted directly to the floor. Do not fit support legs to any raised or  
uneven floor surfaces, footrests or other objects.  
Loose objects should not be stored around any support legs of a child restraint.  
Any restraining straps of a child restraint should always be secured to designated anchorage points. Do not secure  
restraining straps to seat rails, handles or other parts of the interior.  
When installing an adjustable, rearward-facing child restraint, adjust the child restraint according to the child’s age. Older  
children should be seated in a more upright position than younger ones.  
Seatbelt use  
When installing a child restraint secured using the car's seatbelt or when the car's seatbelt is used to secure a child, ensure  
that brackets or other parts of the restraint do not come into contact with the seatbelt buckle button.  
Warning  
Follow the instructions  
Take extra care to read all information about child safety in this manual and follow the instructions from the manufacturer  
of your child restraint. If you do not, the child could sustain serious injury in the event of an accident.  
Important  
Follow the general recommendations for any child restraint anchorage points used to install a child restraint.  
1. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer to install the child restraint.  
Note  
Installation questions  
If you have installation questions, contact the manufacturer of the child restraint for more detailed instructions.  
Protecting the car interior  
During installation, be careful to avoid damage to the car interior caused by protruding parts or sharp edges of the  
child restraint.  
Fasten loose parts of child restraints, such as restraining straps, according to the manufacturer's instructions.  
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Important  
Raised headrest  
The headrest must always be raised when a child restraint is installed.  
General safety recommendations  
When applicable, follow the general safety recommendations regarding seatbelt use, headrest adjustment and proper  
seating.  
Local regulations  
Regulations on where and how children should be seated and secured differ between regions. Make sure that you know  
what applies to the region you are in.  
5.5.1.1.2. Installing child restraints on the centre rear seat  
To securely install a child restraint on the centre rear seat, there is important information to read and recom-  
mendations to follow.  
There are no anchorage points available when installing a child restraint on the centre seat.  
Tip  
Long-term use of a child restraint may cause wear and tear on the car interior. Use a kick guard accessory to protect the  
car interior.  
Allowed child restraints  
Only use child restraints that are recommended by Volvo, universally approved or are vehicle specific approved where the  
car is included in the manufacturer’s vehicle list.  
Child restraints that use support legs are not allowed on the centre rear seat.  
Seat preparations  
Remove cushion extenders, leg supports and other accessories from the seat before installing a child restraint. If you use a  
kick guard accessory, this can remain on the seat.  
When installing an adjustable, rearward-facing child restraint, adjust the child restraint according to the child’s age. Older  
children should be seated in a more upright position than younger ones.  
When installing a forward-facing child restraint, make sure you adjust the headrest of the seat to the child's height. Even if  
the child restraint includes a head support, it might not have been built to withstand the forces involved in a collision.  
Seatbelt use  
When installing a child restraint secured using the car's seatbelt or when the car's seatbelt is used to secure a child, ensure  
that brackets or other parts of the restraint do not come into contact with the seatbelt buckle button.  
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Warning  
Follow the instructions  
Take extra care to read all information about child safety in this manual and follow the instructions from the manufacturer  
of your child restraint. If you do not, the child could sustain serious injury in the event of an accident.  
Important  
Follow the general recommendations for any child restraint anchorage points used to install a child restraint.  
1. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer to install the child restraint.  
Note  
Installation questions  
If you have installation questions, contact the manufacturer of the child restraint for more detailed instructions.  
Protecting the car interior  
During installation, be careful to avoid damage to the car interior caused by protruding parts or sharp edges of the  
child restraint.  
Fasten loose parts of child restraints, such as restraining straps, according to the manufacturer's instructions.  
Important  
General safety recommendations  
When applicable, follow the general safety recommendations regarding seatbelt use, headrest adjustment and proper  
seating. Make sure you read these sections of the manual before installing a child restraint.  
Local regulations  
Regulations on where and how children should be seated and secured differ between regions. Make sure that you know  
what applies to the region you are in.  
5.5.1.1.3. Installing child restraints on the front passenger  
seat  
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To securely install a child restraint on the front passenger seat, there is important information to read and  
recommendations to follow.  
Top tether, lower tether as well as ISOFIX anchorage points[1] can be used when installing a child restraint on the front passen-  
ger seat.  
Tip  
Long-term use of a child restraint may cause wear and tear on the car interior. Use a kick guard accessory to protect the  
car interior.  
Allowed child restraints  
Only use child restraints that are recommended by Volvo, universally approved or are vehicle specific approved where the  
car is included in the manufacturer’s vehicle list.  
Seat preparations  
Retract the seat cushion extension and remove cushion extenders, leg supports and other accessories from the seat before  
installing a child restraint. If you use a kick guard accessory, this can remain on the seat.  
Any support legs of a child restraint should always be fitted directly to the floor. Do not fit support legs to any raised or  
uneven floor surfaces, footrests or other objects. Adjust the seat position if needed.  
Loose objects should not be stored around any support legs of a child restraint.  
Any restraining straps of a child restraint should always be secured to designated anchorage points. Do not secure  
restraining straps to seat rails, handles or other parts of the interior.  
When installing a child restraint using the lower tether anchorage points, never adjust the seat position to tighten the  
straps.  
When installing rearward-facing child restraints, adjust the seat to its lowest position.  
When installing adjustable, rearward-facing child restraints, adjust the child restraint according to the child’s age. Older  
children should be seated in a more upright position than younger ones.  
Seatbelt use  
When installing a child restraint secured using the car's seatbelt or when the car's seatbelt is used to secure a child, ensure  
that brackets or other parts of the restraint do not come into contact with the seatbelt buckle button.  
When securing a child with the car's seatbelt, always start with the seatbelt's upper anchorage point adjusted to its highest  
level. Then lower it as needed to properly position the belt against the shoulder.  
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Warning  
Passenger airbag status  
When installing rearward-facing child restraints, always check that the passenger airbag is disabled.  
When installing forward-facing child restraints, always check that the passenger airbag is enabled.  
Failure to follow these instructions can endanger life or lead to serious injury.  
Follow the instructions  
Take extra care to read all information about child safety in this manual and follow the instructions from the manufacturer  
of your child restraint. If you do not, the child could sustain serious injury in the event of an accident.  
Important  
Follow the general recommendations for any child restraint anchorage points used to install a child restraint.  
1. Follow the instructions from the manufacturer to install the child restraint.  
Note  
Installation questions  
If you have installation questions, contact the manufacturer of the child restraint for more detailed instructions.  
Protecting the car interior  
During installation, be careful to avoid damage to the car interior caused by protruding parts or sharp edges of the  
child restraint.  
If the child restraint uses lower tether straps, never adjust the position of the seat after the straps have been secured to the  
lower tether anchorage points. Always remember to remove the straps when the child restraint is not installed.  
Fasten loose parts of child restraints, such as restraining straps, according to the manufacturer's instructions.  
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Important  
General safety recommendations  
When applicable, follow the general safety recommendations regarding seatbelt use, headrest adjustment and proper  
seating.  
Local regulations  
Regulations on where and how children should be seated and secured differ between regions. Make sure that you know  
what applies to the region you are in.  
[1]  
Accessory on some markets  
5.5.1.2. Child restraint anchorage points  
Your car has different types of anchorage points. Be sure to use the correct anchorage points for your  
specific child restraint.  
1
1
1
3
2
2
3
3
1
2
3
Lower tether anchorage points on the floor rails of the front seats and on the sides of the front passenger seat footwell[1]  
ISOFIX anchorage points between the backrests and seat cushions of the outer rear seats and front passenger seat  
Top tether anchorage points on the backs of the second row seats and the front passenger seat  
Your car's various anchorage points can be used in combination with each other or along with other fastening methods to se-  
cure different types of child restraints.  
The i-Size child restraint standard uses ISOFIX in combination with the top tether anchorage points or a support leg. This  
standard ensures that any i-Size child restraint can be used on a seat designated as i-Size approved.  
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Some child restraints are secured using a car seatbelt, usually in combination with other fastening methods.  
Note  
Manufacturer's instructions  
When using anchorage points, always follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the child restraint.  
[1]  
Option/Accessory  
5.5.1.2.1. ISOFIX anchorage points  
Your car is equipped with ISOFIX anchorage points that can be used to secure child restraints on a rear seat.  
The ISOFIX anchorage points can be used in combination with other fastening methods to secure i-Size and ISOFIX child re-  
straints. These anchorage points are part of an international standard for child restraints.  
Child restraint installed using ISOFIX  
Attaching to ISOFIX anchorage point  
Child restraints installed on either of the outer rear seats can use these anchorage points.  
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Note  
ISOFIX is an international standard for child restraint anchorage points. It is also known by other regional names such as  
LATCH and LUAS.  
Anchorage points for the front seat  
Locations of ISOFIX anchorage points for the front passenger seat  
With the ISOFIX console accessory[1], the anchorage points for the front passenger seat are located between the seat's back-  
rest and the seat cushion. You may need to push down on the seat cushion to fully access them.  
Anchorage point locations for the rear seats  
Locations of ISOFIX anchorage points for the outer rear seats  
The ISOFIX anchorage points for the rear seats are located behind covers in the lower part of the backrest on the outer rear  
seats. The covers need to be lifted to access the anchorage points behind them.  
The anchorage locations are indicated by the ISOFIX symbol.  
The anchorage point locations marked with the i-Size symbol are approved for i-Size child restraints.  
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Note  
Manufacturer's instructions  
When using anchorage points, always follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the child restraint.  
[1]  
Availability may vary between regions.  
5.5.1.2.2. Top tether anchorage points  
Your car is equipped with top tether anchorage points that can be used to secure child restraints on a rear  
seat.  
The top tether anchorage points can be used in combination with other fastening methods to secure different types of child  
restraints.  
Fastening tether to top tether anchorage point  
Child restraints installed on any of the outer rear seats or front passenger seat can use these anchorage points.  
Anchorage point location for the front passenger seat  
The top tether anchorage point is located on the back of the front passenger seat backrest.  
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Anchorage point locations for the rear seats  
The top tether anchorage points are located on the back of the backrests.  
The top tether anchorage point locations for the rear seats are indicated by the top tether symbol.  
Warning  
Headrest and top tether straps  
The top tether straps should be routed through the hole in the car seat headrest before they are secured to the anchorage  
point. If this is not possible, follow the recommendations from the manufacturer of the child restraint.  
Note  
Parcel shelf  
To use the rear seat top tether anchorage points, you first have to remove the parcel shelf. You can learn more on how to  
do this in a separate section of the manual.  
Manufacturer's instructions  
When using anchorage points, always follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the child restraint.  
5.5.1.2.3. Lower tether anchorage points  
Your car is equipped with lower tether anchorage points that can be used to secure child restraints on a rear  
seat.  
If your car is equipped with the front lower tether accessory, those anchorage points can be used to secure  
child restraints on the front passenger seat as well.  
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The lower tether anchorage points can mainly be used in combination with the car's seatbelt to secure certain rearward-facing  
child restraints.  
Fastening tether to lower tether anchorage point  
Child restraints installed on any outer rear seat can use these anchorage points.  
Additionally, child restraints installed on the front passenger seat can use these anchorage points if your car is equipped with  
the front lower tether accessory.  
Anchorage points for the rear seats  
The lower tether anchorage points can be found at the back of the floor rails of the front seats.  
Anchorage points for the front seat  
The lower tether anchorage points for the front passenger seat are located on the sides of the seat's footwell.  
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Note  
Manufacturer's instructions  
When using anchorage points, always follow the instructions from the manufacturer of the child restraint.  
5.5.1.3. Recommended child restraints  
Only use child restraints that are recommended by Volvo, i-Size approved, universally approved or are vehicle  
specific approved where the car is included in the manufacturer’s vehicle list.  
Child restraint[1]  
Installation type Child size (ECE R129)  
Rearward-facing 40–105 cm (max 17.5 kg)  
Rearward-facing 40–105 cm (max 18 kg)  
Rearward-facing 61-115 cm (max 25 kg)  
Forward-facing 105–150 cm (max 36 kg)  
Forward-facing 138–150 cm (max 36 kg)  
Maxi-Cosi Pearl 360 + FamilyFix 360 Base[2]  
Volvo Easy access[3]  
Volvo rear-facing child seat[4]  
Volvo booster seat[5]  
Volvo booster cushion[5]  
[1]  
Availability of listed child restraints may vary by region.  
Approval No: 030062  
[2]  
[3]  
[4]  
[5]  
Approval number: E1-010016  
Approval number: E11 129R03/08 0599 00  
Approval number: 0061 01  
5.5.1.4. Overview table of suitable locations for child  
restraints  
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The following table provides an overview of the types of child restraints suitable for installation on each seat.  
1
5
4
3
2
i-Size child seats  
Universally approved child seats secured using the car's seatbelt  
Other child seat categories[1]  
Seat position[2]  
2[3] [4], 3, 5  
2[3], 3, 5  
2[3], 3, 4, 5  
[1]  
For more information, contact the child seat manufacturer.  
According to the numbering above.  
[2]  
[3]  
[4]  
Activated airbag for front-facing child seats. Deactivated airbag for rear-facing child seats.  
Varies depending on market.  
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