Child Restraint Anchorages; Automatic Locking Retractor/ Emergency Locking Retractor - Volvo S40 2005 Owner's Manual

2005 Volvo S40

Child restraint anchorages

Volvo cars are equipped with child restraint top tether anchorages in the rear seat. Refer to the child seat
manufacturer's instructions for information on securing the child seat.
WARNING!
Child restraint anchorages are designed to withstand only those loads imposed by correctly fitted child restraints.
Under no circumstances are they to be used for adult seat belts or harnesses. The anchorages are not able to
withstand excessive forces on them in the event of collision if full harness seat belts or adult seat belts are
installed to them. An adult who uses a belt anchored in a child restraint anchorage runs a great risk of suffering
severe injuries should a collision occur.
Do not install rear speakers that require the removal of the top tether anchors or interfere with the proper use of
the top tether strap.

Automatic Locking Retractor/ Emergency Locking Retractor

To make child seat installation easier, each seat belt (except for the driver's belt) is equipped with a locking
mechanism to help keep the seat belt taut. When attaching the seat belt to a child seat:
Attach the seat belt to the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer's instructions.
Pull the seat belt out as far as possible.
Insert the seat belt latch plate into the buckle (lock) in the usual way.
Release the seat belt and pull it taut around the child seat. A sound from the seat belt retractor will be audible at
this time and is normal. The belt will now be locked in place. This function is automatically disabled when the seat
belt is unlocked and the belt is fully retracted.
WARNING!
Do not use child safety seats or child booster cushions/backrests in the front passenger's seat. We also
recommend that children who have outgrown these devices sit in the rear seat with the seat belt properly
fastened.
Volvo's recommendations
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