Volvo XC 70, Owner'S Manual

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05 Loading and storage
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The vehicle's wind resistance and fuel
consumption will increase with the size of
the load.
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Drive smoothly. Avoid rapid starts, fast
cornering and hard braking.
Related information
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Loading – general (p. 142)
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Load anchoring eyelets (p. 143)
Load anchoring eyelets
Certain models have rails on opposite sides of
the cargo compartment's floor equipped with
hooks for anchoring loads with straps, nets,
etc. Other models have load anchoring eye-
lets on both sides of the vehicle.
Models with moveable hooks
WARNING
The two upper hooks shown in the illustra-
tion are for holding grocery bags only.
They are
not
intended for anchoring heavy
objects.
Models with fixed eyelets
WARNING
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Cover sharp edges on long loads to
help prevent injury to occupants.
Secure the load to help prevent shift-
ing during sudden stops.
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Always secure large and heavy objects
with a seat belt or cargo retaining
straps.
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Always secure the load to help prevent
it from moving in the event of sudden
stops.
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Switch off the engine, apply the park-
ing brake and put the gear selector in
P
when loading and unloading the
vehicle.
Related information
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Loading – general (p. 142)