Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the load – Volvo S40 User Manual
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2003 Volvo S40 & V40
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Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the load.
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Observe that the center of gravity and handling are influenced by load weight.
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Increasing load size increases wind resistance and thus adversely affects fuel economy.
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Anchor the cargo correctly with appropriate tie-down equipment.
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Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking.
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See your Volvo retailer for cross bars adapted to V40 models equipped with rails.
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Avoid single-point loads. Distribute the load evenly.
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Volvo-approved removable roof racks are designed to carry the maximum allowable roof load for this
vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg). For Non-Volvo roof racks, check the manufacturer's weight limits for the rack.
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Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weigh limits and never exceed the maximum rated roof load of
220 lbs (100 kg).
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