Important
Wearing seatbelts
These are the essentials for wearing seatbelts properly. There is also more detailed information in other sections of the
manual covering proper seating and seatbelt adjustments.
Make sure that everyone in the car wears their seatbelt and that all belts are properly adjusted.
Adjust the upper anchor point of the seatbelt to fit the wearer's size.
Wear the seatbelt closely against the body.
Minimise slack in all belt segments.
Allow the belt to run as straight as possible between its three anchor points.[1]
Have the backrest in an upright position.
Follow all seating and posture recommendations.[2]
Do not wear the seatbelt in ways other than those described in this manual.
Always use seatbelts when driving.
Never use the same seatbelt for more than one individual at a time.
Warning
Seatbelt care and maintenance
Never modify or repair seatbelts or related parts, such as fittings and hooks, yourself. Any service or replacement
must be done by a trained technician with access to type-approved parts.[3]
Contact an authorised Volvo workshop if the seatbelt or a related part shows signs of damage or wear.
Replace the seatbelt if it has been subjected to a heavy load, such as in a collision. It may have lost protective
properties even if there is no apparent damage.
Clean the seatbelt as soon as possible if anything is spilled onto it. The spilled substance can enter the mechanism
and deteriorate the material.
[1]
For example, never wrap around or attach it to other items or fittings in the car.
There are general seating recommendations as well as specific recommendations for children and pregnant occupants.
Volvo recommends an authorised Volvo workshop.
[2]
[3]
5.3.1. Fastening and adjusting seatbelt
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