Gross vehicle weight (GVW)

The vehicle's curb weight + cargo + passengers.
NOTE
• The location of the various labels in your
vehicle can be found on page 350.
• A table listing important weight limits for
your vehicle can be found on page
353.
See also:
Checking and adding oil
Location of the filler cap and dipstick
Volvo recommends Castrol oil products
NOTE
Before checking the oil:
The car should be parked on a level surface.
If the engine is warm, wait f ...
Occupant safety reminders
How safely you drive doesn't depend on how
old you are but rather on:
• How well you see.
• Your ability to concentrate.
• How quickly you make decisions under
stress to avoid an accident.
T ...
Seat belt maintenance
Check periodically that the seat belts are in
good condition. Use water and a mild detergent
for cleaning. Check seat belt mechanism
function as follows: attach the seat belt and pull
rapidly ...
