Environmental factors
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Volvo S40, 2003 Volvo S40, 2002 Volvo S40, 2001 Volvo S40, and 2000 Volvo S40. 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.