Seat Belt Reminder - During The First Minute; Seat Belt Reminder - After One Minute Has Elapsed - Volvo V50 User Manual

2006 Volvo V50
pg. 15 Seat belts
Seat belt reminder
The seat belt reminder consists of an audible signal, an indicator light above the rearview mirror, and a
symbol in the instrument panel (see
belts are not fastened.
NOTE: The function is active for a total of 6 minutes from the time the ignition is switched on.
During the first minute:
The seat belt reminder function only reacts if the driver has not fastened his/her seat belt.
The indicator light above the mirror and the symbol in the instrument panel will light up and stay lit
until the seat belt has been fastened.
A chime will sound for 6 seconds. The frequency of the chiming increases with the speed of the car.
After one minute has elapsed:
The seat belt reminder reacts if the driver and/or the front seat passenger have not fastened their seat
belts.
The indicator light above the mirror and the symbol in the instrument panel will light up and stay lit
until the seat belt(s) have been fastened, or until the remaining 5 minutes of the 6-minute cycle have
elapsed.
The chime will sound for 6 seconds, at 30-second intervals. The frequency of the chiming increases
with the speed of the car.
After 6 minutes, the chime will no longer sound and the indicator lights will go out.
Seat belt maintenance
Check periodically that the seat belts are in good condition. Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning.
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Seat belt reminder light in ceiling console
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