Volvo S60: General information
Location of the side impact (SIPS) airbags (front seats only)
As an enhancement to the structural side impact protection built into your vehicle, it is also equipped with Side Impact Protection System (SIPS) airbags.
The SIPS airbag system is designed to help increase occupant protection in the event of certain side impact collisions. The SIPS airbags are designed to deploy only during certain side-impact collisions, depending on the crash severity, angle, speed and point of impact.
Driver's side SIPS airbag
Passenger's side SIPS airbag
SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact. The airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations.
NOTE
SIPS airbag deployment (one airbag) occurs only on the side of the vehicle affected by the impact. The airbags are not designed to deploy in all side impact situations.
Components in the SIPS airbag system
This SIPS airbag system consists of a gas generator, the side airbag modules
built into the outboard sides of both front seat backrests, and electronic sensors/wiring.
WARNING
The SIPS air ...
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Steps for Determining Correct Load Limit
1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on your vehicle's placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers ...
Instrument Panel Brightness
The select/reset knob on the
instrument panel controls the
brightness of the instrument panel
lights. Turn the knob to adjust the
brightness with the ignition switch in
the ON (II) positio ...
Preparing to drive
You should perform the following checks and adjustments every day before you
start driving.
1. Check that all windows, mirrors, and lights are clean and unobstructed.
2. Check the appearance and c ...
