Volvo 940 owners manual page 123

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1994 Volvo 940 Weight distribution affects handling At the specified curb weight your car 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. 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 "Tire pressure" section. Loads should be distributed so that capacity weight or maximum permissible axle loads are not exceeded. WARNING! It is recommended that tire of the same make and dimensions be used on all four wheels (including the use of snow tires). Do not use bias ply tires as this will adversely alter vehicle handling characteristics. WARNING! An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator pedal to catch. Check that the movement of the accelerator pedal is not impeded. Not more than one protective floor covering may be used at one time. CAUTION: Driving through standing water Drive slowly and carefully if going through standing water (i.e. flooded roadways, etc.). Damage to engine could result if excess water is ingested through the air intake system. Never drive the vehicle in water deeper than 1 foot (300 mm). See the flood warning on page 3:7. WARNING! Do not drive with trunk lid or tailgate open! Poisonous exhaust gases may enter via the trunk lid or tailgate. If the trunk lid/tailgate must be kept open for any reason, proceed as follows: ● Close the windows. ● Set the ventilation system control to and blower control to its highest setting. Roof racks (removable and permanent) Roof rails are available as Volvo accessories. Observe the following points when is use: ● Avoid single-point loads. Distribute the load evenly. file:///K|/ownersdocs/1994/1994_940/94940_4_9.html (2 of 8)12/30/2006 9:50:11 AM

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