1990 VOLVO 240 lock

Volvo 1990 240 Model

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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To obtain best parking brake performance, the brake linings should be br\
oken in.
Stop 5-7 times from 30 mph (50 km/h), transmission in neutral, applyin\
g the parking brake with the
release button pressed in during the stop. The force must not lock the r\
ear wheels. If this happens,
release the brake enough to let the wheels rotate. Drive a mile between \
each stop to cool the brakes.
Check for proper parking brake operation.
Note: The brake lights are not illuminated when applying the parking bra\
ke. To warn traffic from
behind it is therefore advisable to depress the brake pedal slightly to \
illuminate the brake lights.

600 - 1,200 mile maintenance service

To ensure proper operation the car should be taken to a Volvo dealer bet\
ween the first 600 - 1,200 miles
(1,000 - 2,000 km) for a maintenance service. The oil in the engine, m\
anual transmission and rear axle
will then be changed. This is very important since the oil rapidly colle\
cts impurities during the break-in
period.
pg. 43 Driving economy, Shift indicator light
Economical driving does not necessarily mean driving slowly

Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid\
starts and stops and
adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Obs\
erve the following rules:

l Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by \
driving with a light foot on
the accelerator pedal instead of allowing the engine to idle for a prolo\
nged period. A cold engine uses
more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
l When possible avoid using the car for driving short distances. This does\
not allow the engine to reach
normal operating temperature.
l Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
l Do not exceed speed limit.
l Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the car.
l Check tire pressures regularly (cold tires).
l Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
l Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and there\
by fuel consumption.
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Shift positions

P park D drive
R reverse 2 intermediate
N neutral 1 low

The gear selector can be moved freely between D and 2. Selections of oth\
er positions are obtained by
depressing the selector knob prior to moving the selector.
Depressing the selector knob slightly allows selection of positions N an\
d 1 .
Depressing the selector knob fully allows selection of positions R and P\
. This is also necessary when
initially bringing the selector out of position P .
Depressing the selector knob fully thus permits shifting freely between \
all positions.

P Park
Use this position when parked with the engine running or stopped.
Never use P while car is in motion.
The transmission is mechanically locked in position P. Also use the park\
ing brake when parking on
grades for added safety.

R Reverse
Never use R while car Is moving forward.

N Neutral
Neutral position = no gear is engaged. Use parking brake.
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Precautionary steps to observe when towing

Please check with state and local authorities before attempting this typ\
e of towing as vehicles being
towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed, length \
and type of towing device,
lighting, etc.
l Steering must be unlocked.
l Remember that power brake and power steering assists will not be availab\
le when engine is
inoperative. Pedal pressure required is 3 - 4 times above normal and gre\
ater steering effort must be
employed.
l Towing cars equipped with automatic transmission:
-- Gear selector in position N. Check transmission oil level (see secti\
on titled "Transmission oil").
-- Maximum speed: 20 mph (30 km/h).
-- Maximum distance with rear wheels on ground: 20 miles (30 km).

CAUTION!
Do not attempt to start the car by pushing or pulling as damage to catal\
ytic converter can
result.

Jump starting, see section titled "alternator, jump starting".
NOTE:
Refer lo the section regarding "On-
Call"
pg. 49 Tow-truck information
Only use wheel lift or flat bed equipment.
CAUTION:
Sling-type equipment applied at the font will damage radiator and air co\
nditioning lines. It is equally
important not to use sling-type equipment at the rear or apply lifting e\
quipment inside the rear wheels;
serious damage to the rear axle may result.


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Changing coolant

Every two years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km) the cooling system should \
be drained, flushed and refilled.
Remove the expansion tank cap. Open the drain cock on right side of the \
engine block and disconnect
the lower radiator hose.

Fill coolant through the expansion tank.
The heater controls should be fully open when draining and filling.
Add coolant until the level is up to the MAX mark or slightly above.

Start engine and run until hot. Check the cooling system connections for\
tightness. Also re-check the
coolant level. Capacity: 9.9 US qts. = 9.4 liters (manual transmission \
models); 9.7 US qts = 9.2 liters
(automatic transmission models)

Cooling system, hoses and connections

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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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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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