1996 VOLVO 850 open hood

1996 Volvo 850


Brake fluid warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, this indicates that the \
brake fluid level is too low.
Stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the r\
eservoir (see section "Engine compartment" for reservoir
position)!
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

WARNING! If the level is below the MIN mark in either section of the res\
ervoir: DO NOT DRIVE. Tow the car to a Volvo
retailer and have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired.
pg. 1:5 Warning lights

If the TRACS (TRaction Control System) is manually disengaged with the\
switch on the dashboard, the warning light will come
on. This will also come on to indicate a TRAC's malfunction, and when th\
e brakes overheat, although it goes out again at the
normal temperature level. If the lamp remains on, the system should be c\
hecked by an authorized Volvo retailer. This lamp
should not be confused with the ON/OFF indicator lamp above the switch. \
See page 1:9 for additional information.


Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
If the warning lamp lights up there is a malfunction of the ABS system (\
the standard braking system will however function). The
vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection.
See page 4:16 for additional information.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:



Coolant level sensor
If the light comes on while driving, the coolant level is low. The coola\
nt level in the expansion tank should be checked
immediately and topped off if necessary. The cooling system should be in\
spected by an authorized Volvo retailer.


Mode "W" engaged
The lamp will light up when the Winter/Wet mode is engaged or if gears "\
3" or "L" are selected.
If the warning lamp begins to flash , this means that there is a fault i\
n the automatic gearbox.
Contact your Volvo retailer.


Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the\
SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault. Drive to an
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Close the center panel vents. When the passenger compartment has become \
sufficiently warm, set the
blower control to position 2, adjust the temperature and open the side a\
ir vents.

Maximum cooling:


Open the vents. The A/C system should be ON.
Adjust the temperature with the temperature selectors to raise the tempe\
rature if necessary.

To demist/defrost the windows:


Set the function selector to
. When the windows have cleared, set the blower control to position 2
and the function selector to the desired position. Always keep the air i\
ntake grille at the base of the
windshield under the rear edge of the hood free of snow.

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* A position where the sun roof is not quite fully open. This position h\
elps alleviate "rumbling" wind
noise.



Sun visor: The sun roof also features a sliding sun visor. The visor slides back au\
tomatically when the
sun roof is opened and also slides back slightly when the sun roof is op\
ened to the ventilation position.
The visor must be closed manually.
CAUTION: Do not close the sun visor when the sun roof is in the ventilat\
ion position as this could
damage the mechanism.

NOTE:
The electrically-operated sun roof has an overload protecting circuit br\
eaker which is activated when an
object blocks the sun roof. Should this occur, remove the object and wai\
t 20 seconds for the circuit
breaker to reset. The sun roof should then function normally. Also check\
fuse no. 35.
WARNING! The sun roof must never be obstructed in any way when in
operation.
pg. 2:10 Hood

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To open the hood

Pull the lever located under the left side of the dash to release both h\
ood catches. This also releases and
exposes the safety handle in the front of the grille.
l Lift the hood slightly to expose the safety handle.
l Pull the safety handle and open the hood.


Do not lift the hood using the safety handle.
WARNING! Check that the hood locks properly when
closed.



The hood normally opens to an angle of approximately 57°. The hood ca\
n be opened to the vertical
position by rotating the hinge catches (see illustrations). The catche\
s will return to their normal positions
when the hood is closed. Ensure adequate clearance in low-roof garages t\
o avoid damaging the hood.
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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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