Volvo S40 - Manual (Page 9)

2003 Volvo S40 & V40
During pregnancy
Pregnant women should always wear seat belts. Remember that the belt should always be positioned in such a way as to
avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. The lap portion of the belt should be located low, as shown in the above
illustration.
pg. 3 Seat belts, Head restraints
WARNING!
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Never use a seat belt for more than one occupant.
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Never wear the shoulder portion of the belt under the arm, behind the back or otherwise out of position. Such use
could cause injury in the event of an accident.
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As the seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be replaced after any
collision, even if they appear to be undamaged.
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Never repair the belt on your own; have this work done by an authorized Volvo retailer only.
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Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a detrimental
effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision.
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The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function properly.
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Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also recommend
that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt properly fastened.
Rear head restraints
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