1996 VOLVO 850 turn signal

1996 Volvo 850

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1:191 Air vent
1:62 Turn signals, high/low beams,
1:15cruise control
1:83 Rear fog light, instrument lighting
1:64 Headlights, parking lights
1:1 - 1:55 Instruments
1:76 Windshield wiper/washer
1:97 Hazard warning flashers
1:198 Air mix
1:199 Air vents
1:19 - 1:2310 Heating and ventilation
3:4, 3:611 Passenger side SRS (air bag) hatch
1:25 - 1:70 12 Audio system
1:1713 Ash tray
4:914 Shiftlock override button
1:1615 Electrically-heated front seats (optional)
1:1716 Parking brake
1:2417 Electrically operated windows
2:7and side door mirrors
1:1718 Cigarette lighter
2:1019 Hood release
1:820 Front fog lights (optional)
1:821 Central locking button
1:1822 Adjustable steering wheel
1:723 Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock
- 24 Space for additional equipment
1:3, 1:5, 1:9
25 Traction control system (optional)
2:9 26 Electrically operated sun roof (optional)
1:12 - 1:1427 Trip computer (optional)
1:928 Heated rear window/heated door mirrors
3:429 Horn/SRS

Some of the items below are available on certain models only.
pg. 1:2 Instruments
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1996 Volvo 850
Used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile\
/kilometer. A black number on a white background =
original speedometer. A red number on a white background = replacement s\
peedometer.

9 Tachometer

Reads thousands of engine rpm. Engine should not be operated in red rang\
e. The highest permitted constant engine speed is
6,300 rpm (turbo: 6,200 rpm, B 5252 S: 6,000 rpm). pg. 1:3 Indicator and warning lights

1 Turn signal, left
2 Turn signal , right
3 (Not in use)
4 Low washer fluid level
If the lamp glows continuously when the engine is running, there is only\
about 1/2 - 1 US qt. remaining in the washer fluid
reservoir.
5 Low fuel level
When the lamp glows, only about 1.8 US gals. (8 liters) of fuel remain\

6 Rear fog light
7 High beams
8 (Not in use)
9 Bulb failure warning sensor
10 (Not in use)
11 (Not in use)
12 SRS
13 Generator not charging
14 Low engine oil pressure
15 Brake warning light
16 Parking brake applied
17 ABS-system
18 Ambient temperature warning light* (certain models)
(see pp. 1:11 or 1:14 for more information)
19 Transmission mode "W", or gear positions 3 or L engaged (automatic t\
ransmissions)
20 Low coolant level
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1996 Volvo 850
pg. 1:6 Headlights, Parking lights, Turn signals
Headlights and parking lights



O All lights off *
Parking lights on **
Headlights and parking lights are on if starting (ignition) switch is\
in positions I or II.

If the headlight switch is in position
all lights will go out when starting switch is switched off.
With the headlight switch in position
the parking lights will stay on (headlights off) with the daytime
running light screw (A) in position
.
The high beams can only be switched on if the headlight switch is in pos\
ition
.
Switch from high to low beams and vice versa by moving the turn signal s\
witch lever on the left side of
the steering column towards the steering wheel.

* Models equipped with daytime running lights: The low beams, tail light\
s, parking lights and license
plate lights will come on automatically when the ignition is switched on\
.
** The daytime running lights will also function when the headlight swit\
ch is in position
and the
daytime running light screw (A) is in position
.

For additional information on the daytime running lights, see page 1:8. \

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1996 Volvo 850

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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1996 Volvo 850
pg. 1:15 Cruise control

Cruise control

The cruise control switches are located on the turn signal switch lever.\

To engage and set desired speed:
1. Set switch (B) to ON.
2. Accelerate to desired cruise speed.
3. Press the + or - area of the SET button (A) to set the desired spee\
d.

NOTE: The cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 22 mph (35 k\
m).

Braking

This will automatically disengage the cruise control. Previously selecte\
d cruise control speed is retained
in the memory and by momentarily setting the switch to RESUME position, \
that speed will be re-
engaged.
If the cruise control is already engaged, the cruising speed can be incr\
eased or decreased by depressing
the SET button (A) towards either + or -. One short press on the butto\
n corresponds to a speed change of
approx. 1 mph (1.6 km/h). When the button is released, the vehicle wil\
l maintain the current speed.
If actual speed falls below 70% of set speed or if the wheels spin or lo\
ck, the cruise control will
disengage automatically.

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1996 Volvo 850
signals reflect against solid objects such as buildings. Because these w\
aves are very reflective, static can
result. This static is the result of the reflected signal and the direct\
signal reaching your antenna at
slightly different times causing a cancellation of all signals. This pro\
blem occurs largely in built-up
areas. To help minimize this situation, turn down the treble. pg. 1:68 Audio systems, general information

Cross modulation

If you listen to a weak station in the vicinity of a stronger one, both \
stations may be received
simultaneously.

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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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