2009 Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual - Page 112

04 Interior Securing cargo Remember that an object weighing 44 lbs (20 kg) produces a force of 2,200 lbs (1,000 kg) in a head-on collision at 30 mph (50 km/h)! Keep the following in mind when loading the vehicle: • The load carrying capacity of your vehicle is determined by factors such as the number of passengers, the amount of cargo, the weight of any accessories that may be installed, etc. See the section "Vehicle loading" in the chapter "Wheel and tires" for more detailed information. 04 G027031 As a safety precaution, all cargo in your vehicle should be securely anchored to keep it from being thrown forward in the event of sudden braking, etc. The vehicle is equipped with eyelets in the cargo space to which straps or other cargo restraints can be attached. • Load the cargo against the backrest. • Load heavy cargo as low as possible. • If no one is sitting in the outboard rear seat(s), reinforce the backrest by fastening the seat belts. Attachment bracket Nylon cargo net (accessory) The Volvo XC90 can be equipped with a cargo net made of strong nylon fabric. This net can be installed in two places: • Never load cargo above the backrest without a cargo net. • Behind the rear seat backrests (the second row of seats in seven-seat models) WARNING The eyelets are not to be used as passenger restraints or as anchorages for child restraints. WARNING When the rear backrest(s) are folded down, the vehicle should not be loaded to a level higher than 2 in. (5 cm) below the upper edge of the rear side windows. Objects placed higher than this level could impede the function of the inflatable curtain. • Behind the front seat backrests if the rear seat backrests (the second row of seats in seven-seat models) have been folded down. Consult your Volvo retailer about suitable accessories for this purpose. 112 G027058