1990 VOLVO 240 steering wheel

Volvo 1990 240 Model
pg. 53 Service and maintenance
55Maintenance services
56Service requirements
59Engine B230F
60Fuel requirements
61Engine fluids
62Engine oil, Oil/oil filter change interval
63Cooling system
65Servicing
70Transmission oil
72Rear axle, power steering, brake fluid
73Lubrication
74Coolant
75Alternator, jump starting
76Replacing bulbs
81Fuses
82Wheels and tires
84Wheel changing
86Replacing wiper blades
87Washing, cleaning
87Cleaning, anti-rust treatment
88Paint touch-up
90What causes rust
91Long distance trips, cold weather
92Service diagnosis
96Label information
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pg. 91 Long distance trips, Cold weather
Prior to a long distance trip

Have your car checked at a Volvo dealer. Preventive maintenance will hel\
p to ensure a trouble free trip.
Remember to take along a Volvo dealer directory.
The main items to check are listed below:
1. Brakes, front wheel alignment and steering gear.
2. Engine running condition.
3. Fuel system operation.
4. Oil leaks: engine, transmission, rear axle.
5. Cooling system for leaks or worn hoses.
6. Examine tires carefully, replace worn tires.
7. Battery and terminals.
8. Tool equipment.
9. Lighting.
10. Drive belts, for tightness and wear.
11. All fluid levels.

Cold weather/Engine fuel system

During the winter, large variations in temperature cause condensation to\
form in the fuel tank and can
impair the running of the engine. This can be reduced by adding dry gas \
to the fuel. There is less risk of
condensation forming in the fuel tank if it is kept full or nearly full.\


Engine cooling system

Volvo type C (blue-green) coolant should be used all year round. The c\
ooling system should always
contain water plus anti-freeze and rust inhibitor, even during the summe\
r. Experience has also shown
that extremely weak anti-freeze solutions (10-25 percent) are ineffect\
ive for rust protection. For this
reason, the quantity of antifreeze/summer coolant should be about 50 per\
cent of the solution. This
lowers the freezing point to - 30 ° F (-35 ° C).

Engine lubricating system
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Automatic transmission AW70
Reduction ratios:
1st gear 2.45:1
2nd gear 2.45:1 Rear axle reduction ratio:
3rd gear 2.45:1 3.73:1
Overdrive 0.69:1
Reverse 2.22:1
Vehicle speed/1000 engine rpm (manual transmission)

Rear axle ratio 3.31:1
mph km/h
1st gear 5.4 8.7
2nd gear 10.0 16.2
3rd gear 15.8 25.5
4th gear 21.7 34.9
5th gear 26.4 42.5
Reverse 5.9 9.5

Front suspension

McPherson type spring and strut suspension. Shock absorbers housed in st\
rut casing. Rack and pinion
steering.
Safety-type steering column.
The alignment specifications apply to an unloaded car but include fuel, \
coolant and spare wheel.

Toe-in, measured on the wheel rim: 1/16" ± 3/64" (1.5 ± 1.0 mm) \

Camber (not to exceed 1/2 ° difference between sides):
- All +1/4° to + 3/4°
(Reduce camber if excessive wear on tire outer shoulder is observed) \
Caster: not adjustable pg. 102 Specifications
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See Consumer Information Booklet for complete tire pressure information.\

Sample Tire Pressure Label

pg. 104 Volvo Service Manuals
Service Manuals for your Volvo are available for purchase. These are the\
same used by competent
Volvo technicians. Each major system in the car is covered by an individ\
ual Manual. These are grouped
into ten sections and placed into a binder system. (Note that manuals a\
nd binders may be obtained
separately or in preassembled sets.)

Major sections within the binder system include: 0-General Information; \
1-Service and Maintenance; 2-
Engine; 3-Electrical System and Instruments; 4-Power Transmission; 5-Bra\
kes; 6-Suspension and
Steering; 7-Frame, Springs, Dampers and Wheels; 8-Body; 9-Accessories an\
d Other Equipment.

A Service Manual Brochure/Order Form was placed in the car prior to deli\
very from the dealer to you.
Complete ordering information is provided.

Please note that these manuals may be offered for sale by your Volvo dea\
ler. Prices charged by the
dealer can vary from those listed in the brochure (according to Federal\
law).

Additional copies of the Brochure/Order Form may be obtained from your V\
olvo dealer, or by mail
directly from:

Volvo Cars of North America
Rockleigh Industrial Park
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