Volvo S60: Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the trunk, the less the tendency to understeer.
Economical driving conserves natural resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts
and stops and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions.
Observe the following rules:
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Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling.
Therefore, check that the tires are inflated to the recommended pressure according
to the vehicle load. See the " ...
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Engine and cooling system
Under special conditions, for example when driving in hilly terrain, extreme
heat or with heavy loads, there is a risk that the engine and cooling system will
overheat. Proceed as follows to avoid ...
Radio Menus
Radio menus are available for AM,
FM, and XM, if equipped.
Turn the Menu knob to open the
main radio menu for that band. ...
Power Windows
Turn the ignition switch to the ON
(II) position to raise or lower either
window. To open a window, push the
switch down and hold it. Release the
switch when you want the window to
stop. P ...
