child restraint VOLVO C30 2009 Owner´s Manual

01 SafetyInfant seats
01``39 Securing an infant seat with a seat belt
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Do not place the infant seat in the front passeng-
er's seat
NOTE
Refer to pages 44–45 for information on
securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower
anchors and/or top tether anchorages.
WARNING
•An infant seat must be in the rear-facing
position only.•The infant seat should not be positioned
behind the driver's seat unless there is
adequate space for safe installation.
1. Place the infant seat in the rear seat of the
vehicle.
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Positioning the seat belt through the infant seat2. Attach the seat belt to the infant seat
according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
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Fasten the seat belt
WARNING
A child seat should never be used in the
front passenger seat of any vehicle with a
front passenger airbag – not even if the
"Passenger airbag off" symbol near the
rear-view mirror is illuminated (on vehicles
equipped with Occupant Weight Sensor). If
the severity of an accident were to cause the
airbag to inflate, this could lead to serious
injury or death to a child seated in this posi-
tion.3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch
plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct
click is audible.

01 SafetyInfant seats
0140
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Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt
out as far as possible to activate the belt's
automatic locking function.
NOTE
The locking retractor will automatically
release when the seat belt is unbuckled and
allowed to retract fully.5. Press the infant seat firmly in place, let the
seat belt retract and pull it taut. A sound
from the seat belt retractor's automatic
locking function will be audible at this timeand is normal. The seat belt should now be
locked in place.
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Ensure that the seat is securely in place
WARNING
It should not be possible to move the child
restraint more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) in any
direction.6. Push and pull the infant seat to ensure that
it is held securely in place by the seat belt.
7. The infant seat can be removed by unbuck-
ling the seat belt and letting it retract com-
pletely.

01 Safety
Convertible seats
01``41 Securing a convertible seat with a seat
belt
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Do not place the convertible seat in the front pas-
senger's seat
NOTE
Refer to pages 44–45 for information on
securing a child restraint using ISOFIX lower
anchors and/or top tether anchorages.Convertible seats can be used in either a for-
ward or rearward-facing position, depending
on the age and size of the child.
WARNING
Always use a convertible seat that is suita-
ble for the child's age and size. See the
convertible seat manufacturer's recommen-
dations.
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Route the seat belt through the convertible seat
WARNING
A small child's head represents a consider-
able part of its total weight and its neck is
still very weak. Volvo recommends that chil-
dren up to age 4 travel, properly restrained,
facing rearward. In addition, Volvo recom-
mends that children should ride rearward
facing, properly restrained, as long as pos-
sible.
WARNING
•Convertible child seats should be instal-
led in the rear seat only.•A rear-facing convertible seat should not
be positioned behind the driver's seat
unless there is adequate space for safe
installation.
1. Place the convertible seat in the rear seat
of the vehicle.

01 SafetyConvertible seats
0142
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Fasten the seat belt2. Attach the seat belt to the convertible seat
according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
3. Fasten the seat belt by inserting the latch
plate into the buckle (lock) until a distinct
click is audible.
4. Pull the shoulder section of the seat belt
out as far as possible to activate the belt's
automatic locking function.
NOTE
The locking retractor will automatically
release when the seat belt is unbuckled and
allowed to retract fully.5. Press the convertible seat firmly in place,
let the seat belt retract and pull it taut. A
sound from the seat belt retractor's auto-
matic locking function will be audible at this
time and is normal. The seat belt should
now be locked in place.
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Pull out the shoulder section of the seat belt6. Push and pull the convertible seat to
ensure that it is held securely in place by
the seat belt.
WARNING
It should not be possible to move the child
restraint more than 1 in. (2.5 cm) in any
direction.The convertible seat can be removed by
unbuckling the seat belt and letting it retract
completely.
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Ensure that the seat is securely in place

01 SafetyISOFIX lower anchors
0144
Using the ISOFIX lower child seat
anchors
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Lower anchors for ISOFIX-equipped child
seats are located in both rear seating positions,
hidden below the backrest cushions. Symbols
on the seat back upholstery mark the anchor
positions (see the illustration).To access the anchors:1. Put the child restraint in position.
2. Kneel on the child restraint to press down
the seat cushion and locate the anchors by
feel.3. Fasten the attachment on the child
restraint's lower straps to the ISOFIX lower
anchors.
4. Firmly tension the lower child seat straps
according to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions.
NOTE
•
Always follow your child seat manufac-
turer's installation instructions, and use
both ISOFIX lower anchors and top
tethers whenever possible.WARNING
•
The ISOFIX lower child restraint
anchors are only intended for use with
child seats positioned in the left or right
seating positions.
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Fasten the attachment correctly to the ISOFIX
lower anchors
WARNING
Be sure to fasten the attachment correctly
to the anchor (see the illustration). If the
attachment is not correctly fastened, the
child restraint may not be properly secured
in the event of a collision.

01 Safety
Top tether anchors
0145 Top tether anchors
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Top tether anchorage pointsVolvo vehicles are equipped with child restraint
top tether anchorages in the rear seating posi-
tions. They are located on the rear sides of the
backrests.Using the top tether anchorages1. Place the child restraint on the rear seat.
2. Attach the hook to the anchorage.
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Route the strap under the head restraint
WARNING
Be sure to fasten the child tether attachment
correctly to the anchor. If it is not correctly
fastened, the child seat may not be properly
restrained in the event of a collision.3. Route the top tether strap under the head
restraint and fasten its attachment to the
anchorage.
4. Firmly tension the top tether strap accord-
ing to the child restraint manufacturer's
instructions. Tension the top tether strap
only after the lower anchor straps or the
seat belt have been firmly tensioned.See page 44 for information on securing the
child restraint to ISOFIX lower anchors.
WARNING
•
Never route a top tether strap over the
top or around the head restraint. It
should always be routed under the head
restraint.
•
Child restraint anchorages are designed
to withstand only those loads imposed
by correctly fitted child restraints. Under
no circumstances are they to be used
for adult seat belts or harnesses. The
anchorages are not able to withstand
excessive forces on them in the event of
collision if full harness seat belts or adult
seat belts are installed to them. An adult
who uses a belt anchored in a child
restraint anchorage runs a great risk of
suffering severe injuries should a colli-
sion occur.
•
Do not install rear speakers that require
the removal of the top tether anchors or
interfere with the proper use of the top
tether strap.

01 SafetyChild restraint registration and recalls
0146
Registering a child restraintChild restraints could be recalled for safety
reasons. You must register your child restraint
to be reached in a recall. To stay informed
about child safety seat recalls, be sure to fill out
and return the registration card that comes
with new child restraints.
Child restraint recall information is readily avail-
able in both the U.S. and Canada. For recall
information in the U.S., call the U.S. Govern-
ment's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
In Canada, visit Transport Canada's Child
Safety website at http://www.tc.gc.ca/
roadsafety/childsafety/menu.htm.

12 Index
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267
CCapacities, fluids..................................... 257
Capacity weight............................... 175, 255
Cargo area
steel grid............................................. 113
Cargo area cover.............................113, 114
Cargo area net......................................... 115
Catalytic converter, three-way................. 264
CD changer.............................................. 239
CD player................................................. 239
Cell phone, hands-free connection......... 244
Central locking system - remote control. 118
Chains...................................................... 177
Changing a wheel.................................... 181
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 46
Child restraint systems.............................. 37
booster cushions.................................. 43
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors........................ 44
top tether anchors................................ 45
Child safety................................................ 35
booster cushions.................................. 43
child restraint systems.......................... 37Climate system
air distribution....................................... 99
air vents................................................ 92
Electronic Climate Control.................... 96
manual climate control......................... 93
passenger compartment filter.............. 90
refrigerant.....................................90, 257
Climate system, general information......... 90
Clock
setting...................................................82
Coat hanger............................................. 108
Cold weather precautions........................ 135
Compact disc care..................................241
Compass in rearview mirror....................... 77
Conserving electrical current................... 136
Coolant.................................................... 257
changing............................................. 208
checking level of................................. 208
Courtesy lighting...................................... 106
Crash mode............................................... 34
Cruise control............................................ 69
Cup holders.....................................107, 109
Curb weight.....................................175, 255
DDetachable key blade.............................. 120
Dimensions.............................................. 254
Disabling the passenger's side front air-
bag............................................................. 26
Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag............................................................. 26
Display....................................................... 60
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 232
Door mirrors............................................... 78
Driving economically................................ 134
Driving through water..............................135EEconomical driving..................................134
Electrical current – conserving................ 136
Electrically operated moonroof.................. 80
Electrical system...................................... 262
Electronic Brake Force Distribution
(EBD)........................................................ 150
Electronic Climate Control......................... 91
air distribution table.............................. 99

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Model plate.............................................. 253
Moonroof................................................... 80
Motor oil........................................... 206, 259
checking............................................. 206NNet in cargo area..................................... 115OOccupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor............................ 26
Octane recommendations.......................138
Oil............................................................. 206
changing............................................. 206
checking............................................. 206
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 265
Opening the hood.................................... 204
Owner maintenance................................. 202
PPanel lighting, instrument.......................... 64
Park assist............................................... 161
Parking brake............................................. 75
Parking lights............................................. 63
Passenger’s side front airbag, disabling. . . 26
Periodic owner-performed maintenance. 202
Permissible axle weight........................... 175
Personal settings....................................... 82
Power door mirrors.................................... 78
Power front seat...................................... 103
memory function................................. 104
Power moonroof........................................ 80
Power steering fluid................................. 209
Power windows......................................... 76
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 19RRadio
Sirius satellite radio............................ 235
Radio functions........................................ 234Rain sensor - windshield wipers................ 72
Rear fog light............................................. 64
Rear park assist....................................... 161
Rear seat backrests, folding down.......... 111
Rearview mirror.......................................... 77
auto-dim function................................. 77
Rearview mirror with compass (option)..... 77
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 46
Refrigerant (A/C system).................... 90, 257
Refueling.................................................. 140
fuel tank volume.................................257
Registering child restraints........................ 46
Remote control........................................ 118
battery replacement............................ 120
functions............................................. 118
key blade............................................ 120
Replacing fuses....................................... 221
Reporting safety defects
Canada................................................. 17
USA....................................................... 16
Roof loads................................................ 156
Rotating tires........................................... 180

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uniform tire quality grading................. 176
winter driving...................................... 177
Tire sealing system.................................. 183
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 45
Towing the vehicle................................... 153
Transmission
Geartronic........................................... 147
manual................................................145
shiftlock override................................ 148
Tread wear indicator................................ 167
Treble....................................................... 232
Trip computer............................................ 67
Trips, long distance................................. 136
Turn signals............................................... 65
indicator lights...................................... 53
UUniform Tire Quality Grading................... 176
VVehicle dimensions.................................. 254
Vehicle Event Data................................... 200
Vehicle loading......................................... 175
roof loads............................................ 156
Vehicle maintenance
performed by the owner.....................202
Vehicle towing.......................................... 153
Vehicle weights........................................ 255
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)......... 253
Volvo Inflatable Curtain.............................. 30
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 265WWarning flashers, hazard........................... 74
Warning symbol......................................... 55
Warranties................................................ 200
Washer fluid..................................... 208, 257
Washer fluid reservoir......................205, 208
Water, driving through............................. 135
Weights.................................................... 255Wheel nuts............................................... 179
Wheels.....................................................166
changing............................................. 181
storing................................................. 166
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)....... 32
Windows
power.................................................... 76
Windshield washer fluid reservoir............205
Windshield wiper blades.......................... 210
Windshield wipers...................................... 71
rains sensor.......................................... 72
Winter tires............................................... 177
Wiper blades
replacing liftgate wiper....................... 210
replacing windshield wipers............... 210