Important Warnings - Volvo S60 Owner's Manual

01 Introduction
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mental refinement of conventional gasoline-
powered internal combustion engines, Volvo
is actively looking at advanced technology
alternative-fuel vehicles.
When you drive a Volvo, you become our
partner in the work to lessen the car's impact
on the environment. To reduce your vehicle's
environmental impact, you can:
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Maintain proper air pressure in your tires.
Tests have shown decreased fuel econ-
omy with improperly inflated tires.
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Follow the recommended maintenance
schedule in your Warranty and Service
Records Information booklet.
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Drive at a constant speed whenever pos-
sible.
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See a trained and qualified Volvo service
technician as soon as possible for
inspection if the check engine (malfunc-
tion indicator) light illuminates, or stays
on after the vehicle has started.
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Properly dispose of any vehicle-related
waste such as used motor oil, used bat-
teries, brake pads, etc.
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When cleaning your vehicle, please use
genuine Volvo car care products. All
Volvo car care products are formulated to
be environmentally friendly.
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Related information
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Economical driving (p. 277)
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Tires – tire economy (p. 287)

Important warnings

Please keep the following warnings in mind
when operating/servicing your vehicle.
Driver distraction
A driver has a responsibility to do everything
possible to ensure his or her own safety and
the safety of passengers in the vehicle and
others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distrac-
tions is part of that responsibility.
Driver distraction results from driver activities
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that are not directly related to controlling the
vehicle in the driving environment. Your new
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certified
Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many fea-
ture-rich entertainment and communication
systems. These include hands-free cellular
telephones, navigation systems, and multi-
purpose audio systems. You may also own
other portable electronic devices for your own
convenience. When used properly and safely,
they enrich the driving experience. Improperly
used, any of these could cause a distraction.
For all of these systems, we want to provide
the following warning that reflects the strong
Volvo concern for your safety. Never use
these devices or any feature of your vehicle in
a way that distracts you from the task of driv-
ing safely. Distraction can lead to a serious
accident. In addition to this general warning,
we offer the following guidance regarding
specific newer features that may be found in
your vehicle: