02 Safety
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General information on WHIPS
(whiplash protection)
WHIPS (Whiplash Protection System) is a pro-
tection against whiplash injuries. The system
consists of energy absorbing backrests and
specially designed head restraints in the front
seats.
The WHIPS system is actuated by a rear-end
collision, where the angle and speed of the
collision, and the nature of the colliding vehi-
cle all have an influence.
WARNING
The WHIPS system is a supplement to the
seatbelts. Always use a seatbelt.
Properties of the seat
When the WHIPS system is deployed, the
front seat backrests are lowered backward to
alter the seating position of the driver and
front seat passenger. This reduces the risk of
whiplash injury.
WARNING
Never modify or repair the seat or WHIPS
system yourself. Volvo recommends that
you contact an authorised Volvo work-
shop.
Related information
•
WHIPS - child seats (p. 34)
•
WHIPS - seating position (p. 34)
•
General information on seatbelts (p. 23)
Summary of Contents for XC 60
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Page 12: ...Table of contents 10 12 12 Alphabetical Index Alphabetical Index 408 ...
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Page 14: ...INTRODUCTION ...
Page 24: ...SAFETY ...
Page 55: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS ...
Page 57: ...03 Instruments and controls 03 55 Overview left hand drive car ...
Page 60: ... 03 Instruments and controls 03 58 Overview right hand drive cars ...
Page 119: ...CLIMATE CONTROL ...
Page 141: ...LOADING AND STORAGE ...
Page 155: ...LOCKS AND ALARM ...
Page 179: ...DRIVER SUPPORT ...
Page 248: ...STARTING AND DRIVING ...
Page 307: ...WHEELS AND TYRES ...
Page 325: ...MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE ...
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