Volvo S60: 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 trunk, 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 " ...
See also:
Vehicle Dynamics Control OFF indicator light
The light illuminates when the ignition switch is turned to the “ON” position
and turns off after approximately 2 seconds. The light illuminates when the Vehicle
Dynamics Control OFF switch ...
Power Steering Fluid
Inspecting Power Steering Fluid Level
CAUTION:
To avoid damage to the power steering pump, don't operate the vehicle for long
periods when the power steering fluid level is low.
NOTE:
Use sp ...
Introduction
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer hitches that are specially designed
for the vehicle.
NOTE
See page 337 for the maximum trailer and tongue weights recommended by Volvo.
Observe t ...
