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VOLVO
S80
Accessory Installation - Important Warning
We strongly recommend that Volvo owners install only genuine, Volvo-approved accessories, and
that accessory installations be performed only by the factory-trained technicians at your authorized
Volvo retailer.
Genuine Volvo accessories are tested to ensure compatibility with the performance, safety, and
emission systems in your car. Additionally, your authorized Volvo retailer knows where accessories
may and may not be safely installed in your Volvo. In all cases, please consult your authorized
Volvo retailer before installing any accessory in or on your car.
Accessories that have not been approved by Volvo may or may not be specifically tested for
compatibility with your car. Additionally, an inexperienced installer may not be familiar with some
of your car's systems.
Any of your car's performance and safety systems could be adversely affected if you install
accessories that Volvo has not tested, or if you allow accessories to be installed by someone
unfamiliar with your car.
Damage caused by unapproved or improperly installed accessories may not be covered by your
new car warranty. See your Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for more warranty
information. Volvo assumes no responsibility for death, injury, or expenses that may result from the
installation of non-genuine accessories.
Driver Distraction
Driver distraction results from driver activities that are not directly related to controlling the car in
the driving environment. Your new Volvo is, or can be, equipped with many feature-rich
entertainment and communication systems. These include hands-free cellular telephones, navigation
systems, and multipurpose audio systems. You may also own other portable electronic devices for
your own convenience. When used properly and safely, they enrich the driving experience.
Improperly used, any of these could cause a distraction.
For all of these systems, we want to provide the following warning that reflects the strong Volvo
concern for your safety:
Never use these devices or any feature of your vehicle in a way that distracts you from the task of
driving safely. Distraction can lead to a serious accident.
In addition to this general warning, we offer the following guidance regarding specific newer
features that may be found in your vehicles:
Never use a hand-held cellular telephone while driving. Some jurisdictions prohibit cellular
telephone use by a driver while the vehicle is moving.
If your car is equipped with a navigation system, set and make changes to your travel itinerary
only with the vehicle parked.
Never program your audio system while the vehicle is moving. Program radio presets with the
vehicle parked, and use your programmed presets to make radio use quicker and simpler.
Never use portable computers or personal digital assistants while the vehicle is moving.
A driver has a responsibility to do everything possible to ensure his or her own safety and the safety
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