Introduction; Important Information - Volvo S80 Owner's Manual

Introduction

Important information

Points to keep in mind
• Before you operate your vehicle for the
first time, please familiarize yourself with
the information in chapter 3.
• Information contained in the balance of
the manual is extremely useful and should
be read after operating the vehicle for the
first time.
• The manual is structured so that it can be
used for reference. For this reason, it
should be kept in the vehicle for ready
access.
• Do not export your Volvo to another coun-
try before investigating that country's ap-
plicable safety and emission control
requirements. In some cases it may be
difficult or impossible to comply with
these requirements. Modifications to the
emission control system(s) may render
your Volvo not certifiable for legal opera-
tion in the U.S., Canada and other coun-
tries.
• All information, illustrations and specifica-
tions contained in this manual are based
on the latest product information available
at the time of publication. This information
is subject to change without prior notice.
Please note that some vehicles may be
equipped differently, depending on spe-
cial legal requirements. Optional equip-
ment described in this manual may not be
available in all markets.
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• Volvo reserves the right to make model
changes at any time, or to change specifi-
cations or design without notice and with-
out incurring obligation
WARNING
If your vehicle is involved in an accident, un-
seen damage may affect its drivability and
safety.
Vehicle event data (Black box)
Your vehicle's driving and safety systems
employ computers that monitor, and share
with each other, information about your vehi-
cle's operation. One or more of these com-
puters may store what they monitor, either
during normal vehicle operation or in a crash
or near-crash event. Stored information may
be read and used by:
• Volvo Car Corporation
• service and repair facilities
• law enforcement or government agencies
• others who may assert a legal right to
know, or who obtain your consent to know
such information.