Volvo XC60: Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load.
The heavier the load in the cargo area, the less the tendency to understeer.
Economical driving conserves natural resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by
thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops
and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to
immediate traffic conditions.
Observe the following rules:
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Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure
all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check
that the tires are inflated to the recommended
pressure according to the vehicle load. See the
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List names function
The voice tags registered in the phonebook
are spoken by using the list names
function. To use the list names function,
perform the following procedure.
1. Select the “LIST NAMES” menu.
2. ...
Extending Engine Run Time
For a 10-minute extension, repeat Steps 1 and 2 while the engine is still running.
The remote start can be extended once.
When the remote start is extended, the second 10 minutes will start immedia ...
Seatbelt maintenance
To clean the seatbelts, use a mild soap
and lukewarm water. Never bleach or dye
the belts because this could seriously
affect their strength.
Inspect the seatbelts and attachments
including t ...
