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l Check condition of drive belts.
l Check state of charge of battery.
l Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as well), and replace those th\
at are worn. Check tire pressures.
l The brakes, front wheel alignment, and steering gear should be checked b\
y your Volvo retailer only.
l Check all lights, including high beams.
l Reflective warning triangles are legal requirement in some countries.
l Have a word with your Volvo retailer concerning engine adjustments if yo\
u intend to drive in
countries where it may be difficult to obtain correct fuel.
l Consider your destination. If you will be driving through an area where \
snow or ice are likely to
occur, consider snow tires.
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WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire othe\
r than as a temporary
replacement for a punctured tire. In other words, it must be replaced as\
soon as possible by a standard
tire. Roadholding, etc.., may be affected with the "Temporary Spare" in \
use. Do not, therefore, exceed
50 mph (80 km/h).
Temporary Spare (certain models)
The spare tire of your car is what is called a "Temporary Spare". It has\
the following designation:
T115/70 R15 or T125/90R15.
Recommended tire pressure (see decal on fuel filler flap) should be ma\
intained irrespective of which
position of the car the Temporary Spare tire is used on.
In the event of damage to this tire a new one can be purchased from your\
Volvo retailer.
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l Turn the plastic cover counter-clockwise to remove it.
l Press the spring toward the lamp unit to release it and move it to the s\
ide.
l Replace the bulb.
l Reinstall in reverse order.
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Remove the right floor cover (the center storage compartment must be op\
ened first) and the cover panel
on the right lower tail light. Pull on the hook and the fuel tank cover \
can then be opened.
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l Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the c\
oloring can spread.
l Use solvents sparingly. Too much solvent can damage the seat padding.
l Start from the outside of the stain and work toward the center.
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and MAX marks.
Fluid type: DOT 4+
Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid shou\
ld be replaced once a year or
every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) when driving under extremely hard condi\
tions (mountain driving, etc.)
Check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the " MIN " mar\
k of the fluid reservoir.
Always entrust brake/clutch fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retail\
er.
*At owner request
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