1996 VOLVO 850 torque

1996 Volvo 850
WARNING!
l The jack attachment must engage the bar in the jack attachment (A). Th\
e car's weight must not rest
on the jack's attachment (B).
l Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
l Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a car supported b\
y a jack.
l Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel. For any other \
job, use stands to support
the end of the car being worked on.
l Apply the parking brake, select position P (automatic transmission) or\
Reverse gear (manual
transmission).
l Block the wheels standing on the ground. Use rigid wooden blocks or larg\
e stones.
l The jack should be kept well-greased.

Installing the wheel

Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub. Lift the wheel and plac\
e it on the hub. Make sure that
you align the wheel with the guide stud on the wheel hub prior to instal\
lation. Install the wheel bolts
cross-wise (see illustration) and tighten by turning lightly clockwise\
. Lower the vehicle to the ground
and alternately tighten the bolts to 81 ft. lbs. (110 NM). Install the\
wheel cap (where applicable).
CAUTION: Correct tightening torque on wheel bolts must be observed. The \
wheel bolts should never
be greased or lubricated. The extended, chromed wheel bolts must not be \
used with steel rims, as they
make is impossible to fit the hub caps.


Correct tightening order for wheel bolts
pg. 6:4 Spare tire
file:///K|/ownersdocs/1996/1996_850/96850_601.htm (4 of 5)12/30/2006 9\
:59:39 AMClassic Cars & Cycles www.ClassicCycles.org

1996 Volvo 850
pg. 8:6 Servicing (cont.)
The following precautions must be observed when carrying out repairs to \
the vehicle
WARNING! The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages.\
Special safety precautions
must be followed to prevent injury. Always turn the ignition off when:
l Connecting engine test and diagnostic equipment to the vehicle (timing \
light, tach-dwell tester,
ignition oscilloscope, etc.).
l Replacing distributor ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
l Do not touch any part of the distributor ignition system while the engin\
e is running. This may result
in unintended movements and body injury.

Battery

l Check that the battery cables are correctly connected and properly tight\
ened.
l Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running, for example whe\
n changing the battery.
l The battery should be disconnected when a boost charger is used.
l Switch off the radio before disconnecting the battery. If your radio has\
an anti-theft code and the
battery is disconnected, the radio code has to be re-entered in order fo\
r the radio to function.

Replacing spark plugs

The spark plugs should be changed every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Howe\
ver, city driving or fast
highway driving may necessitate changing after 15,000 miles (24,000 km)\
of driving. When installing
new plugs, be sure to fit the right type and use correct torque, see "Sp\
ecifications". When changing the
plugs, check that the suppressor connectors are in good condition. Crack\
ed or damaged connectors
should be replaced. When changing the spark plugs, clean the terminals a\
nd the rubber seals.

Hoisting the car

If a garage jack is used to lift the car, the two jack attachments point\
s should be used. They are specially
reinforced to bear the weight of the car. A garage jack can also be plac\
ed under the front of the engine
file:///K|/ownersdocs/1996/1996_850/96850_806.htm (1 of 11)12/30/2006 \
9:59:52 AMClassic Cars & Cycles www.ClassicCycles.org

1996 Volvo 850
support frame and under the reinforced plate in the spare wheel well. Ta\
ke care not to damage the splash
guard under the engine. Ensure that the jack is positioned so that the c\
ar cannot slide off it. Always use
axle stands or similar structures.


If a two-post hoist is used to lift the car, the front and rear lift arm\
pads should be centered under the
reinforced lift plates on the inboard edge of the sill rail. The positio\
n of these plates is marked with
arrows molded into the bottom of the sill rail.
CAUTION: 850 R turbo models have reduced ground clearance due to the des\
ign of the front spoiler.
Please observe caution when driving the car onto a garage hoist.
pg. 8:7 Servicing (cont.)
Torque exhaust and intake manifold nuts

A loose manifold could alter air/fuel ratio and cause an increase in emi\
ssion and/or poor driveability.

Air cleaner

Replace the air cleaner cartridge with a new one every 30,000 miles (48\
,000 km). The cartridge should
be replaced more often when driving under dirty and dusty conditions. Th\
e filter cannot be cleaned and
therefore should always be replaced with a new one.

Vacuum fittings, hoses and connections
file:///K|/ownersdocs/1996/1996_850/96850_806.htm (2 of 11)12/30/2006 \
9:59:52 AMClassic Cars & Cycles www.ClassicCycles.org

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
file:///K|/ownersdocs/1996/1996_850/96850_901.htm (3 of 7)12/30/2006 9\
:59:55 AMClassic Cars & Cycles www.ClassicCycles.org

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)
file:///K|/ownersdocs/1996/1996_850/96850_901.htm (4 of 7)12/30/2006 9\
:59:55 AMClassic Cars & Cycles www.ClassicCycles.org

1996 Volvo 850
Turbo: Champion RC7GYC (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap 0.028" (0.7 mm)
Tightening torque 18.4 ft. lbs. +/- 3.7 ft. lbs. (25 Nm +/- 5 Nm)

Front suspension

Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arm \
linked to the support frame.
Power-assisted rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column.
The alignment specifications apply to an unladen car but include fuel, c\
oolant, and spare wheel.

Toe-in measured on the wheel rims: 2.4 mm +/- 0.7 mm
Toe-in measured on tire sides: 2.9 +/- 0.9 mm

Rear Suspension

Delta-link individual rear-wheel suspension with longitudinal support ar\
ms, double link arms and track
rods.

Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 4° +/- 10°

All specifications are subject to change without notice. pg. 9:5 Specifications (cont.)
Power transmission

Manual transmission: M 56 H
Single-disc dry plate clutch. All-synchromesh on all gears including rev\
erse; integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear lever.

Final drive ratio 4.00:1
Reduction ratios
file:///K|/ownersdocs/1996/1996_850/96850_901.htm (5 of 7)12/30/2006 9\
:59:55 AMClassic Cars & Cycles www.ClassicCycles.org

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

file:///K|/ownersdocs/1996/1996_850/96850_901.htm (6 of 7)12/30/2006 9\
:59:55 AMClassic Cars & Cycles www.ClassicCycles.org