Occupant Safety - Volvo V50 User Manual

2006 Volvo V50
Chapter 2 - Safety
Occupant Weight Sensor - disabling the passenger's side front
pg. 12 Safety

Occupant safety

Volvo's concern for safety
Safety is Volvo's cornerstone. Our concern dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the
production line. Three-point seat belts (a Volvo invention), safety cages, and energy-absorbing impact
zones were designed into Volvo cars long before it was fashionable or required by government
regulation.
We will not compromise our commitment to safety. We continue to seek out new safety features and to
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) 16
Side impact protection (SIPS) airbags 23
Volvo Inflatable Curtain (VIC) 24
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) 25
Inspecting safety system components 28
Occupant safety 12
Seat belts 13
Front airbags 17
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Collision status 27
Child safety 29