Volvo 2007 S80 Owner's Manual page 24

When the systems deploy
System
Seatbelt tensioner
Airbags (SRS)
Side airbags (SIPS)
Inflatable Curtain IC
Whiplash protection WHIPS
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The bodywork of the car could be greatly deformed in a collision even without airbag deployment. A number of factors such as the rigidity and weight of the object
hit, the speed of the car, the angle of the collision etc. affects how the different safety systems of the car are activated.
If the airbags have been deployed, Volvo rec-
ommends:
• Have the car transported to an authorised
Volvo workshop.Do not drive with de-
ployed airbags.
• Let an authorised Volvo workshop replace
components in the car's safety system.
• Always contact a doctor.
WARNING
The airbag control module is located in the
centre console. If the centre console is
drenched with water or other liquid, discon-
nect the battery cables. Do not attempt to
start the car since the airbags may deploy.
Have the car transported to an authorised
Volvo workshop.
Triggered
In a frontal collision, side-impact accident or a rear-end collision.
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In a frontal collision .
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In a side-impact accident .
In a side-impact accident and in some cases in a frontal collision
In a rear-end collision.
WARNING
Never drive with deployed airbags. They
can make steering difficult. Other safety
systems may also be damaged. The smoke
and dust created when the airbags are de-
ployed can cause skin and eye irritation/in-
jury after intensive exposure. In case of
irritation, wash with cold water. The rapid
deployment sequence and airbag fabric
may cause friction and skin burns.
NOTE
The SRS, SIPS, IC and belt tensioner sys-
tems are deployed only once during a colli-
sion.
Safety in the passenger compartment
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