Whips - Volvo S40 Owner's Manual

WHIPS

Do not obstruct the WHIPS
system
WARNING!
Do not squeeze rigid objects between the
rear seat cushion and the front seat
backrest. Make sure you do not to
obstruct the function of the WHIPS
system.
WARNING!
If a rear seat backrest is folded down, the
corresponding front seat must be moved
forward so that it does not touch the
folded backrest.
WARNING!
If a seat has been subjected to extreme
forces, such as due to a rear collision, the
WHIPS system must be checked by an
authorised Volvo workshop.
Some of the WHIPS system's protective
properties may have been lost even if the
seat appears undamaged.
Contact an authorised Volvo workshop to
have the system checked after even a
minor rear-end collision.
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