1990 VOLVO 240 key

Volvo 1990 240 Model

A self-diagnostic system incorporated in the sensor monitors the SRS. If\
a fault is detected, the "SRS"
warning light will illuminate. the light is included in the warning/indi\
cator light cluster in the instrument
panel. Normally, the SRS warning light will be illuminated along with th\
e other warning/indicator lights
when the ignition key is turned to the ON position (position II), and \
go out a short time after the engine
has been started. Check that this light is functioning properly every ti\
me the car is started.

The following items are monitored by the diagnostic system:
l Sensor unit electronics integrity.
l Reserve energy supply.
l Diagnostic output circuit.
l System voltage.
l Integrity of system connectors.
l Mercury switch closure.
l Gas generator ignitor
WARNING! If the SRS warning light stays on after the engine has started \
or if it comes on while you
are driving, drive the car to the nearest authorized Volvo Dealer for in\
spection as soon as possible.
ATTENTION! SRS VEHICLE!
THIS CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM. TO PROVIDE
CONTINUED RELIABILITY, CERTAIN ELEMENTS OF THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT
SYSTEM SHALL BE SERVICED OR REPLACED BY 1999. SEE OWNERS MANUAL FOR
FURTHER INFORMATION.
VOLVO

There is no maintenance to perform on the SRS yourself. The only periodi\
c maintenance recommended
on the SRS is that the air bag module and the sensor unit should be repl\
aced every ten years and that the
other components in the system (wiring, connectors, etc.) should also \
be inspected at this time. This
service must be performed by an authorized Volvo dealer.
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pg. 32 Doors and locks, Child safety lock


Unlocking front doors

Both front doors can be unlocked by using the starting (ignition) key.\
Turning the key 1/4 turn counter-
clockwise (right door: clockwise) lifts the lock buttons on the window\
ledge and the door can be opened
by pulling the handle.
To open a door from inside, the lock button must first be pulled up.

Central lock

The vehicle is equipped with a central lock system. This means the lock \
on the driver's door
automatically controls the locks on the other doors (including the trun\
k on Sedan models and the tailgate
on the wagon model).
If the drivers door is locked or unlocked, the other doors will automati\
cally be locked or unlocked.

Locking doors

Both front doors can be locked by using the key. Turning the key 1/4 tur\
n clockwise (left door) or
counter-clockwise (right door) locks the door.

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NOTE: The driver's door can only be locked using the
key.

The lock buttons should not be In the down (locked) position during dr\
iving. In case of an accident, this
may hinder rapid access to the occupants of the vehicle.



Child safety locks

The buttons are located on the rear door jambs.
A The lock functions normally.
B The door cannot be opened from the inside.
WARNING: In the event of an accident, the rear seat passengers cannot op\
en the doors from the inside
with the buttons in position B.

Wagon model contains child safety lock on tailgate. The lock differs fro\
m that shown above. See section
titled "Wagon, tailgate".
pg. 33 Trunk lid/light
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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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To reconnect the lock to the central locking system:

Withdraw key in vertical position



Trunk light

A Light always off.
B Light on when trunk lid is open.
pg. 34 Hood, Long load storage


To open the hood
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Note: Remove foot completely from the clutch pedal after each gear chang\
e when programming the
control unit.
pg. 44 Starting the engine
To start the engine;

1 Enter the car and check that the seat is adjusted properly. Make sure \
that the brake (and clutch) pedal
can be depressed completely. Move the seat closer if necessary.
2 Fasten the seat belt.
3 Apply the parking brake if not already set. Depress the brake pedal wi\
th your right foot.
4 Place the gear selector lever in neutral (position N or P, automatic \
transmission).
5 Depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission).
6 Without touching the accelerator pedal turn the ignition key to starti\
ng position. Release the key as
soon as the engine starts.

Avoid repeated short attempts to start (fuel is injected every time the\
starter is engaged when engine is
cold).
Allow the starter to operate for a longer time (but not more than 15-20\
seconds).
Do not race a cold engine immediately starting.

Engine warm-up-initial driving procedure

Experience shows that engines in vehicles driven short distances are sub\
ject to abnormally rapid wear
because the engine never reaches normal operating temperature.
It is therefore beneficial to reach normal operating temperature as soon\
as possible by driving with a
light foot on the accelerator pedal.
Warning: Always open the garage doors fully before starting the engine i\
nside the garage to ensure
adequate ventilation. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which i\
s invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.


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1. Enter the car and check that the seat is adjusted properly. Make sure\
that the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Move the seat closer if necessary.
2. Fasten the seat belt.
3. Apply the parking brake if not already set. Depress the brake pedal w\
ith your right foot.
4. Place the gear selector in Park (or neutral).
5. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the \
starting position. Release the key
as soon as the engine starts.
6. Select the desired gear. There is a slight delay before the gear enga\
ges which is most notable when
selecting Reverse. Do not accelerate until you have felt the gear engage\
!
Note: Too-rapid acceleration immediately after selecting a gear will cau\
se harsh engagement and
premature transmission wear.

7. Release parking brake, then foot brake, and accelerate. To stop the c\
ar release the accelerator and
apply the brakes with your right foot.

It is not necessary to move the gear selector as the transmission will d\
ownshift automatically.
When idling for extended periods of time, select position N to prevent u\
nnecessary heating of the
transmission.
WARNING! Always place gear selector in Park and apply parking brake befo\
re leaving vehicle. Never
leave car unattended with engine running.
pg. 48 Emergency towing (pulling)

Front eyelet Rear eyelet
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Door hinges (lower) and door stop

A grease B oil

No. Lubricating point Lubricant
1 Trunk lid lock keyhole Low temperature grease
2 Trunk lid hinges Oil
3 Door lock keyhole
outer sliding surfaces Oil
4 Sunroof wind deflector Oil
5 Hood hinges Oil
6 Hood lock Oil
7 Front seat slide rails
and latch devices Oil
8 Window regulator Oil, grease
Locking device Silicon grease
(Accessible after door
upholstery panels
removed)
9 Door hinges Grease
Door stop Oil
pg. 74 Cooling system
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