Roll-Over Protection System - Rops - Volvo XC60 Owner's Manual

01 Safety

Roll-Over Protection System - ROPS

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Function
Volvo's Roll-Over Protection System (ROPS)
has been designed to reduce the risk of the
car overturning and to provide the best possi-
ble protection in the event of such an acci-
dent.
The system consists of a stabiliser system,
Roll Stability Control (RSC) that minimises the
risk of overturning, for example, during sud-
den evasive manoeuvres or if the car skids.
The RSC system uses a sensor which regis-
ters changes in the car's lateral inclination
angle. This information is used to calculate
the risk of the car overturning. If a risk exists,
the DSTC system engages, engine torque is
lowered and one or more wheels are braked
until the car has regained its stability.
For more information on the DSTC system,
see page 152.
WARNING
Under normal driving conditions, the RSC
system improves the car's road safety, but
this must not be taken as a reason to
increase speed. Always follow the usual
precautions for safe driving.
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