1996 VOLVO 850 weight

1996 Volvo 850
Specifications
pg. 9:1 Specifications
Specifications

This chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical spec\
ifications of your car.

9:2 Oil/Fluids specifications
9:3Engine specifications
9:4Cooling/fuel distributor ignition systems
9:4Front/rear suspensions
9:5Transmission, Capacities, Vehicle
loading
9:6
Electrical system/bulbs
9:7Dimensions and weights
9:8Service manuals, Road assistance
pg. 9:2 Oil/Fluids Specifications
Oil quality

Meeting API specification SG, SG/CD, SH or Energy Conserving (EC) II \
For best fuel economy and engine protection, consult with your authorize\
d Volvo retailer for
recommended oils. Oil with a different quality rating may not provide ad\
equate engine protection.
Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended. \
Volvo recommends the use of
fuel economy improving oils. Look for the API label.
Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended f\
or: Driving in areas of
sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer ov\
er long distances or for prolonged
driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Vol\
vo retailer.

Viscosity (stable ambient temperatures):
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1996 Volvo 850
High-mounted brake lights 1156 21W/32cp BA 15 s 1
Brake lights in spoiler – 5W W
2.1x9.5d 6
Bulb US No. Power Socket No/
bulbs
Back-up lights 1156 21W/32cp BA 15 s 2
Rear fog light (sedan) 1156 21W/32cp BA 15 s 1
Rear fog light (wagon) – 21/4W BAZ 15 d 1
Front fog lights H3 55 W PK 22 s 2
License plate light – 5 W W
2.1x9.5d 2
Door open warning light – 3 W W
2.1x9.5d 4
Door step courtesy light – 5W W
2.1x9.5d 2
Trunk light – 10 W SV 8.5 1
Glove compartment light – 2 W BA 9s 1
Vanity mirror lights – 1.2 W – 2
Instrument lighting – 3 W W
2.1x9.5d 3
Illumination, control panel
gear selector (automatic trans.)
rear ashtray –
–
– 1.2 W
1.2 W
1.2 W W 2x4.6 d
W 2x4.6 d
W 2x4.6 d –
1
1
Instrument warning/indicator
lights –
1.2 W W 2x4.6 d –
Front courtesy lights – 5 W BA 9s 2
Rear reading lights – 5 W BA 9s 2
All specifications are subject to change without notice pg. 9:7 Specifications (cont.)
Dimensions and weights
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1996 Volvo 850

Length (sedan) 183.5 in. (466 cm)
(wagon) 185.4 in. (471 cm)
Width 69.3 in. (176 cm)
Height (sedan) 55.7 in. (141 cm)
(wagon) 56.9 in. (145 cm)
Wheelbase 104.9 in. (266 cm)
Track, front 59.8 in. (152 cm)
Track, rear 57.9 in. (147 cm)
Turning circle (between
curbs) 33.5 ft. (10.2 m)
Cargo capacity
Sedan (seat up) 14.7 cu. ft. (0.44 m³)
Wagon (seat up) 37.1 cu. ft. (1.1 m³)
Sedan (seat down) 33.2 cu. ft. (0.99 m³)
Wagon (seat down) 67.0 cu. ft. (2.0 m³)
WARNING! When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to \
your vehicle, the total
loaded weight capacity of the vehicle must not be exceeded.

Gross vehicle weight (GVW) USA Canada
850 (sedan) 4180 lbs (1896 kg) 1900 kg
850 (wagon) 4340 lbs (1969 kg) 1970 kg
850 Turbo (sedan) 4250 lbs (1928 kg) 1930 kg
850 Turbo (wagon) 4340 lbs (1969 kg) 1970 kg

Capacity Weight *
850 (sedan) 920 lbs (417 kg) 415 kg
850 (wagon) 1005 lbs (456 kg) 460 kg
850 Turbo (sedan) 920 lbs (417 kg) 415 kg
850 Turbo (wagon) 950 lbs (431 kg) 430 kg
850 R Turbo (sedan) 880 lbs (399 kg) 400 kg
850 R Turbo (wagon) 880 lbs (399 kg) 400 kg

Curb weight USA Canada
850 sedan 3120-3250 lbs (1415-1519 kg) 1385-1520 kg
850 wagon 3230-3460 lbs (1465-1569 kg) 1465-1570 kg

Permissible axle weight, front
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1996 Volvo 850
850 (sedan) 2240 lbs (1016 kg) 1020 kg
850 (wagon) 2240 lbs (1016 kg) 1020 kg
850 Turbo (sedan) 2290 lbs (1039 kg) 1040 kg
850 Turbo (wagon) 2290 lbs (1039 kg) 1040 kg

Permissible axle weight, rear
850 (sedan) 1980 lbs (898 kg) 900 kg
850 (wagon) 2220 lbs (1007 kg) 1010 kg
850 Turbo (sedan) 1980 lbs (898 kg) 900 kg
850 Turbo (wagon) 2220 lbs (1007 kg) 1010 kg

Max. roof load ** 220 lbs (100 kg) 100 kg

Max. trailer weight
(w/o brakes) 1100 lbs (500 kg) 500 kg
(with brakes)
2" ball 3300 lbs (1500 kg) 1500 kg
1 7/8" ball 2000 lbs (908 kg) 900 kg

Max. tongue weight *** 165 lbs (75 kg) 75 kg

* The max permissible axle loads or the gross vehicle weight must not be\
exceeded.
** For permanent roof racks, check the manufacturer's weight specificati\
ons.
*** See also section "Trailer towing"

All specifications are subject to change without notice. pg. 9:8 Service manuals, Road assistance
Service Manuals for your Volvo are available for purchase. These are the\
same manuals used by
competent Volvo technicians.

Major sections within the Service Manual System include: 0- General Info\
rmation; 1- Lubrication and
Service; 2- Engine; 3- Electrical System; 4- Power Transmission; 5- Brak\
es; 6- Suspension and Steering;
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