Inflatable Curtain (Ic) - Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual

Inflatable Curtain (IC)

Properties
The inflatable curtain, IC (Inflatable Curtain),
is a supplement to the SIPS system. It is con-
cealed in the headlining along both sides of
the roof and protects both front and rear seat
passengers. The inflatable curtain is acti-
vated by sensors in a sufficiently violent colli-
sion or if the car is at risk from overturning.
When deployed, the inflatable curtain
inflates. The inflatable curtain helps to pre-
vent the driver and passengers from striking
their heads on the inside of the car during a
collision.
In the Volvo XC90, the inflatable curtains
have been developed to protect occupants in
the event of overturning. The inflatable curtain
also covers those travelling in the third row of
seats in the variant that seats seven.
WARNING!
Never hang or fasten anything on the roof
handles. The hook is only intended for
light outer garments (not for hard objects
such as umbrellas).
Do not screw or fit anything to the
headlining, door pillars or side panels.
This could compromise the intended
protection. Only use Volvo genuine parts
that are approved for placement in these
areas.
WARNING!
Do not load the car higher than 50 mm
under the top edge of the rear passenger
windows. Otherwise, the intended protec-
tion of the inflatable curtain, which is con-
cealed in the headlining, may be compro-
mised.
WARNING!
The inflatable curtain is a supplement to
the seatbelts.
Always use a seatbelt.
Safety
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