Volvo 2005 C70 - Manual (Page 8)

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Adjusting the shoulder belt
Lap portion of the seat belt should sit low
Seat belts
Seat belts
Always fasten the seat belts before you drive
or ride.
Two lights above the rear view mirror will be
illuminated for 4-8 seconds after the starting
(ignition) key is turned to the driving position.
A chime will sound at the same time if the
driver has not fastened his seat belt. The rear
seats are provided with self- retracting inertia
reel belts. The front seats are provided with
single roller belts with tensioners.
To buckle:
Pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch
plate into the receptacle (buckle for rear seats)
until a distinct snapping sound is heard. The
seat belt retractor is normally "unlocked" and
you can move freely, provided that the
shoulder belt is not pulled out too far.
The retractor will lock up as follows:
• if the belt is pulled out rapidly
• during braking and acceleration
• if the vehicle is leaning excessively
• when driving in turns
For the seat belt to provide maximum
protection in the event of an accident, it must
be worn correctly. When wearing the seat belt
remember:
• The belt should not be twisted or turned.
• The lap belt must be positioned low on the
hips (not pressing against the abdomen).
The seat belts are equipped with tensioners
that reduce slack in the seat belts. These
tensioners are triggered in situations where the
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WARNING!
• The rear seat of the Volvo C70 is
intended for two occupants only. Only
two three-point seat belts are
provided. The center position should
never be used to seat a passenger.
• 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. The seat back
should not be tilted too far back. The
shoulder belt must be taut in order to
function properly.
• 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.
airbags deploy.
The front seat belts also include a tension
reducing device which, in the event of a
collision, limits the peak forces exerted by the
seat belt on the occupant.
Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up
into its retractor and that the shoulder and lap
belts are taut.
Before exiting the car, check that the seat belt
retracts fully after being unbuckled.
If necessary, guide the belt back into the
retractor slot.
NOTE: Legislation in your state or province
may mandate seat belt usage.
For information on securing child seats,
please refer to page 11.