Volvo S40 Operation Manual page 84

2000 Volvo S & V 40
Remove:
· Push the buttons on the lower bar and remove the bar from the lugs.
· Push the upper bar to the left and turn it slightly. The right hand side will come loose.
· Remove the bars from the lugs and fold the net.
pg. 56 Weight distribution, Handling, roadholding, Roof racks
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your car has a tendency to understeer, which means that the
steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This
ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter
with the vehicle load. The heavier the load in the trunk (max. 220 lbs, 100 kg), the less the tendency to
understeer.
Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check that the tires
are inflated to the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. See "Tire pressure" section.
Loads should be distributed so that capacity weight or maximum permissible axle loads are not exceeded.
Holes for roof rack
Roof rails/racks
Roof racks are available as Volvo accessories. Observe the following points when in use:
· Place heavier cargo at the bottom of the load.
· Observe that the center of gravity and handling are influenced by load weight.
· Increasing load size increases wind resistance and thus adversely affects fuel economy.
· Anchor the cargo correctly with appropriate tie-down equipment.
· Drive carefully. Avoid rapid starts, fast cornering and hard braking.
· See your Volvo retailer for cross bars adapted to V40 models equipped with rails.
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