Environmental factors
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Vibration, changes in temperature, gases and corrosive substances (such as road salt) subject cable connections to considerable stresses. Poorly executed connections or incorrectly sealed connectors result in reduced service life and lower quality.