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 XC90 Base, AWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Activating The Side Impact Protection System
The table below shows how the SRS system reacts in the event of a side impact.
| Side impact sensor, left-hand side | Side impact sensor, right-hand side | |||
| B-post | C-post | B-post | C-post | |
| Left-hand (SIPS) bag | X | |||
| Left-hand inflatable curtain | X | X | ||
| Inflatable curtain left rear (XC90 7 seater only) | X | X | ||
| Right-hand SIPS bag | X | |||
| Right-hand inflatable curtain | X | X | ||
| Inflatable curtain right rear (XC90 7 seater only) | X | X | ||
Factory Service Tools
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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.