1990 VOLVO 240 cruise control

Volvo 1990 240 Model
pg. 34Hood release, long load storage
pg. 35Rear/side view mirrors
pg. 36Interior light, sun roof, fuel tank cap
pg. 37Rear seat (wagon)
pg. 38Tailgate (wagon)
pg. 39Cargo compartment (wagon)
pg. 40Front seats
pg. 8 Instruments and Controls
pg. 9 Instruments and Controls
1 Air louver 23
2 Turn signals, cruise control 17, 24
3 Headlights, parking lights 15
4 Instruments, lights 15
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Volvo 1990 240 Model


Adjusting washer nozzles

The fluid spray may be adjusted by carefully inserting a needle into the\
metal nozzle an rotating nozzle
to desired position.

4-8" = 10-20 cm.
12" = 30cm.
pg. 17 Cruise Control

Cruise Control
(optional on certain models)

The cruise control switches are located on the turn signal switch lever.\


To engage and set desired speed:
1. Set switch (1) to ON.
2. Accelerate to desired cruise speed.

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Volvo 1990 240 Model
NOTE: the cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 22 mph (35
km).

3. Depress SET SPEED switch (2).

Operating brake pedal or clutch pedal (where applicable)
This will automatically disengage the cruise control. Previously selecte\
d cruise speed is retained in the
memory and by momentarily setting the switch to RESUME position that spe\
ed will be re-engaged.

If the cruise control is already engaged, the cruising speed can be incr\
eased by depressing the SET
SPEED button (2). The vehicle will then maintain the current speed.
WARNING!
The cruise control should not be used in heavy traffic or when driving o\
n wet or slippery roads.
If the gear shift is moved to Neutral while the cruise control is engage\
d, then depress the brake pedal
momentarily, or set the cruise control switch (1) to OFF. This will di\
sengage the cruise control and
prevent overreving the engine.
NOTE: When driving on a grade, actual vehicle speed may vary slightly fr\
om the set cruise control
speed.

Acceleration
Momentary acceleration, such as for passing, does not interrupt cruise c\
ontrol operation. The previously
selected speed will be maintained without having to set switch to RESUME\
.

To disengage the cruise control system:
Set switch (1) to position OFF, or depress brake pedal, or depress clu\
tch pedal (where applicable).
Switching off the starting (ignition) switch will automatically diseng\
age the cruise control system.




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Volvo 1990 240 Model
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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