1996 VOLVO 850 headlight bulb

1996 Volvo 850
authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS s\
ection for more information.


Service reminder indicator
This light will come on at 10,000 mile (16,000 km) intervals*, after 7\
50 hours of driving or after 12 months, whichever occurs
first. It is a reminder to the driver that the service interval has been\
exceeded. The light will stay on 2 minutes after the start until
reset by the servicing retailer.
* Turbo models intervals: 5,000 miles (8,000 km), 500 hours of driving\
or after 12 months, whichever occurs first.


Bulb failure warning light
The light will come on if any of the following bulbs are defective:
l one of the low beam headlights
l one of the tail lights
l one of the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed.
Check the fuse and bulb. See sections titled "Replacing bulbs" and "Fuse\
s".
Should the warning light come on after a defective outside bulb has been\
replaced, the corresponding bulb on the other side of the
car should also be replaced.




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Turn signals

1 Lane change position. In maneuvers such as lane changing, the driver c\
an flash the turn signals by
moving the turn signal lever to the first stop and holding it there. The\
lever will return to the neutral
position when released.
2 Signal lever engaged for normal turns.
3 High beam/low beam switch (headlights on).
Move the lever towards the steering wheel and release it.
Headlight flasher (headlights off).
Move the lever towards the steering wheel. The headlight high beam will \
be on until the lever is
released.

NOTE: A defective turn signal bulb will cause the turn signal indicator \
and remaining signal lights to
flash more rapidly than normal. pg. 1:7 Windshield wipers/washers, Ignition switch
Windshield wiper/washer

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1 - Plastic cover, 2 - Bulb HB4/9006
3 - Bulb HB3/9005, 4 - Connector

Headlight bulb replacement

1. Turn the plastic cover counter-clockwise and remove it.
2. Turn the bulb and connector (one unit) 1/4 turn counter-clockwise a\
nd remove.
3. Disconnect the wiring from the bulb unit.
4. Connect a new bulb unit into the wiring without touching the bulb its\
elf.
5. Re-insert the bulb into the headlight housing and turn 1/4 turn clock\
wise until the unit seats properly.
The unit has three guide lugs to ensure proper seating.
6. Reinstall the plastic cover.

Headlight adjustment

The height of the headlight beams can be adjusted according to vehicle l\
oad. The headlights should be re-
aimed if heavy loads are carried in the trunk/cargo area or rear seat, o\
r when towing a trailer.
To adjust the headlights:
l Park the car on a level surface and open the hood.
l The headlights are equipped with a level which can be seen by looking th\
rough the clear "window" on
the top of the headlight lens.
l Turn the height adjustment knob (A) until the bubble in the level alig\
ns with the "0" marks or within
the dark marking lines.
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Lateral headlight adjustment should only be carried out by an authorized\
Volvo retailer. The lateral
adjustment scale (B) should be preset to "0". pg. 6:7 Replacing bulbs, Sedans

Lamp location- right side, A- covers, B- bulb holder

Tail light bulbs (sedans)

1. Tail light
2. Direction indicator
3. Brake light
4. Tail light
5. Back-up light
6. Rear fog light (left side only)

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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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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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