Whiplash Protection System - Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual

01 Safety

Whiplash Protection System

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Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS) – front seats only
The Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)
consists of specially designed hinges and
brackets on the front seat backrests designed
to help absorb some of the energy generated
in a collision from the rear (when the vehicle
is "rear-ended").
In the event of a collision of this type, the
hinges and brackets of the front seat back-
rests are designed to change position slightly
to allow the backrest/head restraint to help
support the occupant's head before moving
slightly rearward. This movement helps
absorb some of the forces that could result in
whiplash.
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WARNING
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The WHIPS system is designed to
supplement the other safety systems
in your vehicle. For this system to
function properly, the three-point seat
belt must be worn. Please be aware
that no system can prevent all possible
injuries that may occur in an accident.
•
The WHIPS system is designed to
function in certain collisions from the
rear, depending on the crash severity,
angle and speed.
WARNING
Occupants in the front seats must never sit
out of position. The occupant's back must
be as upright as comfort allows and be
against the seat back with the seat belt
properly fastened.