Loading - Roof Load Carriers - Volvo S60 Owner's Manual

Fold the right backrest forward.
Release the hatch in the rear seat backrest
by sliding the catch up while folding the
hatch forward.
Return the backrest to the upright position
with the hatch open.
Use the seat belt to prevent the load from mov-
ing.
WARNING
•
Always secure the load to help prevent it
from moving in the event of sudden brak-
ing.
•
Switch off the engine, apply the parking
brake and put the gear selector in P
when loading and unloading the vehicle.
The cover on the rear seat armrest/child seat has
no hinge. The cover must be removed before the
ski hatch is used.
Removal:
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Open the cover 30 degrees and lift straight
up.
Installation:
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Insert the cover in the grooves behind the
upholstery and close the cover.
Related information
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Loading – general (p. 138)
LOADING AND STORAGE
Loading – roof load carriers
Using load carriers
Load carriers are available as Volvo accessories.
Observe the following points when in use:
•
To avoid damaging your vehicle and to
achieve maximum safety when driving, we
recommend using the load carriers that Volvo
has developed especially for your vehicle.
•
Volvo-approved removable roof racks are
designed to carry the maximum allowable
roof load for this vehicle: 220 lbs (100 kg).
For non-Volvo roof racks, check the manu-
facturer's weight limits for the rack.
•
Never exceed the rack manufacturer's weigh
limits and never exceed the maximum rated
roof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).
•
Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loads
evenly.
•
Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the
load.
•
Secure the cargo correctly with appropriate
tie-down equipment.
•
Check periodically that the load carriers and
load are properly secured.
•
Remember that the vehicle's center of gravity
and handling change when you carry a load
on the roof.
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