Volvo 2010 V70 Owner's Manual page 204

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Roof loads
Using load carriers
Load carriers are available as Volvo accesso-
ries. Observe the following points when in use:
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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.
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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 man-
ufacturer's weight limits for the rack.
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Never exceed the rack manufacturer's
weigh limits and never exceed the maxi-
mum rated roof load of 220 lbs (100 kg).
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Avoid single-point loads. Distribute loads
evenly.
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Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the
load.
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Secure the cargo correctly with appropri-
ate tie-down equipment.
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Check periodically that the load carriers
and load are properly secured.
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Remember that the vehicle's center of
gravity and handling change when you
carry a load on the roof.
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The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel con-
sumption will increase with the size of the
load.
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Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast
cornering and hard braking.