Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2010 Volvo XC70 T-6FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Deployment Levels For Impact Protection Upon Rear-End Collision
The table below shows how the SRS system usually reacts in the event of a rear-end collision.
| Front seat | Backseat | |||
| Seat belt not in use | Seat belt in use | Seat belt not in use | Seat belt in use | |
| Sufficiently large collision level | No corrective action. | The belt tensioner is deployed. | No corrective action. | No corrective action. |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.