1990 VOLVO 240 wheel

Volvo 1990 240 Model

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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Oil level between dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represe\
nts approx. 1 US qt. = 1 liter.
Fill with multigrade oil

Check without removing the cap that the brake fluid level is above the M\
in-mark. Brake and clutch fluid
DOT 4.

Coolant level between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50 percent anti\
-freeze and 50 percent water.

Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintert\
ime: windshield washer anti-
freeze).

Electrolyte level 1/4" - 3/8" (5 - 10 mm) above plates. Fill distilled\
water only, never acid. Check level
in conjunction with normal service or once a year.
Never operate engine in closed unventilated areas.

Changing a wheel, see pages 84, 85
a bulb, see pages 76-80
a fuse, see page 81

Fuel: Octane rating 95 RON Unleaded, 91 (R+M)/2
Min. 91 RON Unleaded, 87 (R+M)/2 Inside back cover
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