1996 VOLVO 850 engine

1996 Volvo 850

Engine oil Quality: Meeting API specification SG
or SH Capacity (incl. filter): 850 (5-
cyl. engine) 5.6 US qts./5.3
liters (certain models: 6.1 US
qts./5.8 liters)
850 Turbo - 5.6 US qts. (5.3
liters)*
Automatic transmission
fluid Quality: ATF Dexron IIE/ III and
Mercon Capacity: 8 US qts. (7.6 liters)
Manual transmission fluid Quality: Volvo synthetic gearbox oil
1161423 Capacity: 2.2 US qts (2.1
liters)
Power steering fluid Quality: ATF Capacity: 0.85 US qts. (0.8
liters)
Brake fluid Quality: DOT 4+ Capacity: 0.64 US qts. (0.6
liters)

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

* Add 0.95 qts. (0.9 liters) if the oil cooler has been drained Capaci\
ty: 8 US qts (7.6 liters)
pg. 9:3 Specifications
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1996 Volvo 850
Engine

Liquid-cooled gasoline, 5-cylinder, in-line engine. Aluminum alloy cylin\
der block with cast-iron
cylinder liners cast directly into block. Aluminum alloy cylinder head w\
ith double overhead camshafts
and separate intake and outlet channels.
Engine lubrication is provided by an eccentric pump driven from the cran\
kshaft. Full-flow type oil filter.
Exhaust emission control accomplished by fuel injection, heated oxygen s\
ensor(s) and three-way
catalytic converter
Designation Volvo B 5252 S Volvo B 5234
850 R Turbo Volvo B 5254 S Volvo B 5234 T
Turbo
Output 142 hp at 5400
rpm (106 kw/90
rps) 222 hp at 5280
rpm* (166 km/88
rps)* 168 hp at 6200
rpm (125 kw 103
rps) 222 hp at 5280
rpm (166 km/88
rps)
Max torque 152 lbs. at 3600
rpm (206 Nm/60
rps) 221 ft. lbs. at 2000-
5280 rpm (300
Nm/33-88 rps)* 162.3 ft. lbs. at
4700 rpm (220
Nm/55 rps) 221 ft. lbs. at 2000-
5280 rpm (300
Nm/33-88 rps)
Number of
cylinders 5
5 5 5
Bore 3.27" (83 mm) 3.19" (81 mm) 3.27" (83 mm) 3.19" (81 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm) 3.54" (90 mm) 3.54" (90 mm) 3.54" (90 mm)
Displacement 2.4 liters 2.3 liters 2.4 liters 2.3 liters
Compression ratio 10.0:1 8.5:1 10.5:1 8.5:1
Number of valves 10 20 20 20
Valve clearance Self-adjusting Self-adjusting Self-adjusting Self-adjusting

* The 850 R turbo engine generates increased power on cars equipped with\
an automatic transmission
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1996 Volvo 850
for 30 seconds:

237 hp at 5600 rpm (177 Kw at 94 rps)
Torque:
221 ft. lbs. at 2000-5600 rpm (300 Nm at 33-94 rps)

The output power on cars with a manual transmission is:
247 hp at 5400 rpm (184 Kw at 90 rps)
Torque:
258 ft. lbs. at 2400-5000 rpm (350 Nm at 40-83 rps)

All specifications are subject to change without notice. pg. 9:4 Specifications
Cooling system

Type: Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 186°F (90°C)
Turbo 180° F (87° C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/anti-freeze
Capacity: 7.6 US qts. (7.2 liters)
Turbo - 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)

Fuel system

The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system

Distributor ignition system

Firing order 1-2-4-5-3
Distributor ignition setting Not adjustable
Spark plugs Bosch FR 6 DC (or equivalent)
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1996 Volvo 850
1st gear 3.07:1
2nd gear 1.77:1
3rd gear 1.19:1
4th gear 0.87:1
5th gear 0.70:1
Reverse 2.99:1

Automatic transmission: AW 50-42 LE
4-speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraul\
ic torque converter with a lock-
up function; planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with sym\
metrical joint location.

Final drive ratio 2.74:1 (Turbo: 2.54:1)
Reduction ratios
1st gear 3.61:1
2nd gear 2.06:1
3rd gear 1.37:1
4th gear 0.98:1
Reverse 3.95:1

Capacities

Fuel tank 19.3 US gals (73 liters)
Cooling System 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Engine oil (incl. filter) 5.6 US qts. (5.3 liters)*
Automatic transmission 2 US gals (7.6 liters)
Manual transmission 2.2 US qts. (2.1 liters)
Power steering fluid 0.8 US qts. (0.8 liter)
Washer fluid reservoir 3.2 US qts. (3.0 liters)
Brake/clutch system 0.6 US qts (0.6 liters)

* Certain models: 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
Turbo: Add 0.95 US qt. (0.9 liters) if the oil cooler has been drained\
.

Vehicle Loading

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1996 Volvo 850
pg. 9:6 Specifications (cont.)
Electrical system

12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine\
used as conductors.

Battery
Voltage 12 V
Capacity 520 A/100 min
(certain markets) 420 A/75 min

The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost \
importance that old batteries are
disposed of correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter\
.

Generator
Rated output 1400 W
Max. current 100 A

Bulbs
Bulb US No. Power Socket No/
bulbs
Headlights
High beam
Low beam
HB3/9005
HB4/9006

70W
60W
–
–
2
2
Front parking lights/turn signals 1157 N.
A. 21/5 W/24/2.2
cp
BAY 15 d
2
Turn signals, rear – 21W BAU 15 s 2
Tail lights (sedan) 67 5 W/4cp BA 15 s 4
Tail lights (wagon) – 21/4W BAZ 15 d 4
Brake lights 1156 21W/32cp BA 15 s 2
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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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1996 Volvo 850


All specifications are subject to change without notice. Inside back cover
WARNING!
Detergents and solvents
Do not use gasoline containing lead or benzene as a detergent or solvent\
. Both lead and benzene are
toxic and may be hazardous to your health.
Installation of optional equipment/use of mobile telephones
Incorrectly installed optional equipment, alarm systems or the use of mo\
bile telephones which are not
connected to a suitable antenna can cause faults in the car's electronic\
control systems. Your car is
equipped with an accessory connector located under the dashboard on the \
driver's side. Please consult
your Volvo retailer if you have any questions before connecting accessor\
y or optional equipment to the
vehicle's electrical systems.
Carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless and odorless gas which is pres\
ent in all exhaust gases. If
you ever smell exhaust fumes from inside the vehicle, make sure the pass\
enger compartment is
ventilated and immediately return the vehicle to your retailer for corre\
ction.
Never sit in a parked or stopped car for any extended amount of time, no\
r have it unattended while the
engine is running.
Never operate the engine in confined, unventilated areas.
Back Cover
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1996 Volvo 850

The following should be checked regularly:*

1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (winte\
rtime: windshield washer anti-
freeze).
See page 8:15.

2 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture 50% \
anti-freeze and 50% water.
See page 8:16.

3 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark \
and when hot is must not be
above the HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF f\
luid.
See page 8:12.

4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance be\
tween the marks represents
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