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Trunk lid
The trunk lock is incorporated in the central locking system. This means\
that you can either lock or
unlock the trunk by means of the drivers door lock.
You can also operate the trunk lock directly with the owner's key even i\
f the vehicle is centrally locked.
Unlocking Locking
Withdraw key in vertical position
The trunk lock can also be disconnected from the central locking system \
by turning the key
counterclockwise as shown below:
Withdraw key in horizontal position
The trunk is now always locked.
This option can be used if for example, you lend your car to somebody. I\
f you give only the service key
to the driver it will not be possible to open the trunk.
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1 Light always on.
2 Light always off.
3 Light is on when either of the front or rear doors are opened.
The wagon model has a slightly different kind of interior lamp housing. \
On certain models a time delay device illuminates the interior light for\
approx. 15 seconds after closing
the driver's door. This facilitates finding starting (ignition) switch\
, etc., during darkness.
Sunroof (certain models)
The sunroof is operated by a handle located between the sun visors.
Unfold the handle and turn it counter-clockwise to open, clockwise to cl\
ose.
For safety reasons, the handle should always be folded when driving.
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Front light bulbs
Loosen the Phillips screws and remove the lens. The bulbs can now be rem\
oved by pressing them
inwards and turning them slightly counterclockwise.
When re-installing lens, check that the gasket is in position.
Bulbs Power Socket
CP(W)
1 Front position 24/2.2(21/5) BaY15d
Side marker lights
2 Front turn signal 24/2.2(21/5) BaY15d 1) US Bulb No. 1157NA
pg. 77 Replacing bulbs
Tail lamp bulbs, sedan model
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All tail lamp bulbs are replaced from inside of trunk.
1 Unscrew and remove tail lamp inside cover. Note that inside cover is h\
ooked at the upper edge. Lift
the lower end out up and unhook upper edge.
2 Turn bulb holder approx 3,8" (1 cm) counterclockwise and remove it. \
3 Depress bulb n bulb holder turn it slightly counterclockwise and remov\
e it.
4 Install a new bulb Install bulb holder in tail lamp.
NOTE: One of the bulb holder tabs is wider and fits only in correspondin\
g
recess.
Turn bulb holder clockwise. Check that bulb lights Replace tail lamp ins\
ide cover.
Power
Power
Bulbs CP W Socket US Bulb
No
1 Rear fog light 32 21 Ba 15s 1156
2 Back-up light 32 21 Ba 15s 1156
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Warning: Turn starting (ignition) switch OFF before replacing fuses. E\
xcessive heat may be created by
a short circuit. Care must be exercised while replacing blown fuses.
Some of the equipment listed below is optional
Refer to the fuse location chart at fuse box for fuses specific to your \
car.
1 Cigarette lighter, Power mirrors, Radio, Tailgate wiper/washer 8A
2 Windshield wiper/washer, Horn 16A
3 Heater blower 25A
4 Fuel feed (in-tank) pump, Lambda-sond heating element 8A
5 Turn signals, Back-up lights 16A
6 Main fuel pump relay 16A
7 Brake lights 8A
8 Central locking, Interior and glove compartment lights, Trunk and engi\
ne
compartment lights, Radio, Power antenna, Clock, Daytime running lights \
(Canada)* 8A
9 Hazard warning Flashers 8A
10 Power windows 16A
11 Heated rear window, 4th gear (automatic transmission) 16A
12 Air conditioning (with blower control), Power windows (relay),
Heated rear window (relay), Seat belt reminder, Cruise control 8A
13 Heated front seats, Daytime running lights - relay (Canada)* 16A
14 Rear fog lights 8A
15 Parking lights (left side), License plate light 8A
16 Parking lights (right side), Instruments and control panel lights, \
Shift indicator light 8A
Blade type fuse, serving LH-Jetronic fuel injection system. Located on t\
he left
wheel housing by the ignition coil 25A
* Note: Early production Canadian vehicles are not equipped with Daytime\
Running Lights.
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Type Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 188.6 ° F
Fan belts, designation HC-38 x 918 (two)
Coolant: Volvo Coolant type C (blue-green)
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with an electronic fuel injection system.
Ignition System
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Ignition setting (12 ° B.T.D.C. at 750 rpm)
Spark plugs Bosch WR7DC (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap 0.028-0.032" (0.7-0.8 mm)
Tightening torque 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm)
Distributor, direction of rotation Clockwise pg. 101 Specifications
POWER TRANSMISSION
Manual or automatic transmission. Hypoid type final drive.
Manual transmission M47 II
Reduction ratios:
1st gear 4.03:1
2nd gear 2.16:1
3rd gear 1.37:1 Rear axle reduction ratio:
4th gear 1.00:1 3.31:1
5th gear 0.82:1
Reverse 3.68:1
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