2008 Volvo C70 Owner's Manual - Page 22

WARNING The SIPS airbag system is a supplement to the structural Side Impact Protection System and the three-point seat belt system. It is not designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the car or in rollover situations. The use of seat covers on the front seats may impede SIPS airbag deployment. No objects, accessory equipment or stickers may be placed on, attached to or installed near the SIPS airbag system or in the area affected by SIPS airbag deployment. Never try to open or repair any components of the SIPS airbag system. This should be done only by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. In order for the SIPS airbag to provide its best protection, both front seat occupants should sit in an upright position with the seat belt properly fastened. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury to the occupants of the vehicle in the event of an accident. 25 01 Safety Door mounted inflatable curtains Door Mounted Inflatable Curtain system (DMIC) The DMIC is a supplement to the structural side impact protection. These inflatable curtains are concealed in the upper section of the driver and passenger doors. The Inflatable Curtain (DMIC) and the Side Impact Airbag System (SIPS-bag) will both deploy in certain side impacts. NOTE DMIC deployment can occur regardless of whether the power retractable hard top is up or down. If the inflatable curtain deploys, it remains inflated for approximately 5 seconds. WARNING The DMIC system is a supplement to the Side Impact Protection System. It is not designed to deploy during collisions from the front or rear of the vehicle. It only provides protection for the occupants of the front seats. There is a risk of injury if the driver or front seat passenger leans on or against the door panel when the DMIC deploys. Never install or mount any equipment on the insides of the doors, door pillars, or side panels. This could impede the function of the DMIC system.