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examine the curved metal wire to see if it is broken. If so, put in a ne\
w fuse of the same color and
amperage (written on the fuse). Spare fuses are stored in a compartmen\
t in the fuse box.
If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system tested at a Vol\
vo retailer.
If you find it difficult to remove a fuse, you will find a special fuse \
tool clipped in the fuse box. pg. 6:14 Fuses
Location * Amperage
1 Fuel injection, distributor ignition system, automatic gearbox 15A
2 Fuel pump 15A
3 Interior courtesy lights 10A
4 –
5 ECC blower (speed 4) 30A
6 Central locking system 25A
7 Audio system 15A
8 –
9 ABS 30A
10 Electrically heated rear seat 15A
11 Electrically heated rear window and side-door mirrors 30A
12 Brake lights 10A
13 Hazard warning flashers, headlight flashers 15A
14 ABS 30A
15 OBD socket, courtesy lights, open door warning lights,
remote operated central locking system 10A
16 Power antenna, electrical connector for trailer, accessories 30A
17 Key reminder, seat belt reminder 10A
18 Front fog lights 15A
19 Left high beam 15A
20 Right high beam, high beam indicator light 15A
21 Left low beam 15A
22 Right low beam 15A
23 Left parking lights, license plate lights 10A
24 Right parking lights 10A
25 Rear fog light, rear fog light indicator light 10A
26 Heated front/rear seats, power side-view mirrors 25A
27 Backup lights, direction indicators 15A
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28 Cruise control, heated rear windows, seat belt reminder light,
bulb failure warning sensor, shiftlock 10A
29 ABS 15A
30 Cigarette lighter 10A
31 ECC blower (speeds 1-3), ECC, AC-compressor 25A
32 Audio system, remote controlled central locking 10A
Location * Amperage
33 Rear window wiper/washer (wagons) 15A
34 Windshield/headlight wipers/washers, horn 25A
35 Instrument panel lights, power sun roof 10A
36 –
37 Power windows, power sun roof AUT/CB **
38 –
39 Power seat (driver's side) AUT/CB **
40 Power seat (passenger's side) AUT/CB **
* Some of the equipment/systems listed may be available on certain model\
s only.
** This is an automatic circuit breaker located in the fuse box and does\
not normally need to be
replaced.
For more detailed information concerning function and location of relays\
, fuses, etc., refer to the Volvo
Service Manuals. These can be purchased directly using the Service Liter\
ature Brochure/Order Form or
through your Volvo retailer. pg. 6:15 Installation of accessories
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No. Lubrication point lubricant No. Lubrication point lubricant
1 Hood lock and latch Oil 6 Window winder (on
inside of door) Oil, grease, low
temperature grease
2 Door stop and hinges Oil 7 Front seat slide rail
and latch Oil
3 Sun roof wind
deflector Oil
Low temperature
grease
8
Door locks Volvo teflon lock
spray
4 Door lock catch plate Oil
5 Trunk/tailgate lid lock Low temperature
grease
To avoid rattles and unnecessary wear, the body should be lubricated at \
regular service intervals. This
should be done by an authorized Volvo retailer.
pg. 8:10 Engine oil
Checking the oil level
The oil level should be checked every time the car is refuelled. This is\
especially important during the
engine break-in period (up to the first service).
CAUTION : Not checking the oil level regularly can result in serious eng\
ine damage if the oil
becomes too low.
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