Volvo XC90: Safety / Safety during pregnancy
It is important that seat belts are worn correctly during pregnancy and that
pregnant drivers adjust their seating position accordingly.
Seat belt
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The seat belt should fit closely against the shoulder, with the diagonal section
between the breasts and to the side of the stomach.
The lap section of the seat belt should lie flat over the thighs and as far as
possible under the stomach. Never let it ride upward. Remove unnecessary slack and
make sure the seat belt fits as close as possible to the body. Make sure there are
no twists in the seat belt.
Seating position
As pregnancy progresses, pregnant drivers should adjust the seat and steering
wheel to a position that allows them to retain full control of the vehicle (which
means they should be able to easily reach the steering wheel and foot pedals). Try
to maintain as much distance as possible between the stomach and the steering wheel.
Safety
The vehicle is equipped with a number of safety systems that work together to help protect the vehicle's driver and passengers in the event of an accident...
Safety is Volvo's cornerstone.
Volvo's concern for safety
Our concern for safety dates back to 1927 when the first Volvo rolled off the
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Other information:
BLIS1 functionality may be reduced in certain situations.
Keep the marked area clean (on both the left and right sides
of the vehicle)2.
Examples of limitations:
Dirt, ice and snow covering the sensors may reduce functionality and prevent
the system from providing warnings...
(Option/accessory.)
Park Assist Pilot (PAP1) helps the driver park using three different
steps. The function can also help the driver pull out of a parking space.
The function measures the space and steers the vehicle. The driver's role is
to:
keep close watch of the area around the vehicle
follow the instructions on the center display
change gears (reverse/forward) – an audible signal ind..