1998 VOLVO S90 Owners Manual

1998 Volvo S90
Attaching the jack

There is a jack attachment adjacent
to each wheel location. Position the
jack on the bar in the jack
attachment as shown in the
illustration above and crank while
simultaneously guiding the base to
the ground. The base of the jack
must be flat on a level, firm, non-
slippery surface. Before raising the
car check that the jack is still
correctly positioned in the
attachment. Now raise the vehicle
until the wheel is free of the ground.
Unscrew the wheel nuts completely
and carefully remove the wheel so
as not to damage the tread of the
studs. 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 installation. Install the \
wheel nuts crosswise and tighten lightly. The conical
side of the nuts should face the wheel. Lower the vehicle to the ground \
and alternately tighten the nuts to 63 ft. lbs. (85 Nm).
Install the wheel cap.

Correct tightening order for wheel nuts
Spare tire pg. 80
WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire othe\
r than as a
temporary replacement for a punctured tire. In other words, it must be r\
eplaced as
soon as possible by a standard tire. Roadholding, etc., may be affected \
with the
"Temporary Spare" in use. Do not, therefore, exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). \
Temporary Spare (certain models)

The spare tire of your car is what is called a "Temporary Spare".
Recommended tire pressure (see decal) should be maintained irrespectiv\
e of which
position on the car the Temporary Spare tire is used on. In the event of\
damage to this
tire a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.


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Chapter 6 - (cont.)
Replacing bulbs
pg. 81


Replacing bulbs

The method for replacement of bulbs in
the various lighting units is shown on the
following pages. Make sure when
installing bulbs, that the guide pin on the
socket fits into its corresponding recess.
When installing Halogen bulbs, do not
touch the glass with your fingers because
grease, oil or any other impurities can be
carbonized onto the bulb and damage the
reflector.
Use bulbs of correct type and voltage.
Failure to do so could cause the bulb
failure warning light to activate.

NOTE: Turn the ignition and light
switch off before replacing any bulbs.


Headlights (high/low beams)

1. Press the protruding tabs on the plastic
cover and pull out towards the fender.
2. Turn the bulb and connector 1/4 turn
counterclockwise and remove.
3. Remove the connector from the bulb.
4. Press a new bulb into the connector
without touching the bulb itself.
5. Reinsert the bulb into the headlight
housing and turn 1/4 turn clockwise until
the unit seats properly.
6. Reinstall the plastic cover.

Bulb Power US Bulb No.
High beam 70W HB3/9005
Low beam 60W HB4/9006

Headlight adjustment


The height of the headlight beams can be
adjusted according to vehicle load. The
headlights should be re-aimed if heavy
loads are carried in the trunk/cargo area or
rear seat, or when towing a trailer.
To adjust the headlights:
Park the car on a level surface and open
the hood.
The headlights are equipped with a level
which can be seen by looking through the
clear "window" on the top of the headlight
lens.
Turn the height adjustment knob (A) until
the bubble in the level aligns with within
the marking lines on the level.

Lateral headlight adjustment (B) should
only be carried out by an authorized
Volvo retailer. This setting should be
preset to "0".
Replacing bulbs pg. 82
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Turn signal/parking light/side marker light
1 To remove, turn the lamp holder 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
2 Remove the bulb from the holder by pressing it down in the
holder and turning it 1/4 turn counterclockwise.
3 Insert a new bulb into the holder and reinstall the unit in the
reverse order.

Power CP(W) Socket US Bulb No.

2412.2(21/5) BAY 15d 1157 NA
NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the washer fluid reservoir
fill tube in order to gain access to the bulb holder.

Cover (seen from under car)

Fog lights

1. Release the cover with a Phillips screwdriver.
2. Remove the spring clips
3. Withdraw the bulb and connecting wire (one unit).
4. Connect the wire from the new bulb.
5. Insert the new bulb in the holder and press the spring clips
into place.
6. Screw the cover into place.

Bulb Power US Bulb No.
H3 55W
Replacing bulbs, Sedans pg. 83
1,4:/ 5W/4cp BA
15s






2 / 21 W BAU 15s






3,5,6:/ 21 W/32 cp BA 15 s
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Replacing tail light bulbs (sedan
models)


All tail lamp bulbs are replaced from inside of
trunk. To avoid confusion, replace the bulbs one
at a time.
l Switch off the lights and ignition.
l Outboard lights: Unscrew screw A and turn
down the cover panel.
l Trunk lid: Lift the catch and fold down the
cover panel.
l Remove the bulb holder.
l Remove bulb by pressing and turning 1/4
turn counterclockwise.
l Insert a new bulb and fit the bulb holder in
the tail light cluster. One of the plugs on the
bulb holder is slightly wider than the other two.
l Turn the bulb holder clockwise to secure it.
Check that the bulb lights and refit the cover. Bulbs / Power CP(W) / Socket / US Bulb No
1,4 Tail light / 4(5) / BA 15s / 67
2 Rear turn signal / (21) / BAU 15s / –
3 Brake light / 32 / (21) / BA 15s / 1156
5 Back-up light / 32 (21) / BA 15s / 1156
6 Rear foglamp* 32 (21) / BA 15s / 1156

*Left (driver's) side only
Replacing bulbs, Sedans pg. 84
Light / Power CP(W) / Socket / US Bulb
No.
1 Fog light* / 32(21) / BA 15s / 1156
2 Back-up lights / 32(21) / BA 15 s / 1156
3 Turn signals / (21) / BAU 15 s / -
4 Brake light and tail light / 32/3(21/5) /
BAZ 15 d / 1157
*One light only, on driver's side

21 W 21 W 21/5 W
BA 15 s BAU 15 s BAY 15 d
Replacing tail light bulbs
(wagon models)

l Turn off the lights.
l Remove the cover with a screw driver.
l Rotate the bulb holder about 1/4" (0.6
cm) counterclockwise and remove the
holder from the tail light cluster.
l Gently press the bulb into the holder,
then rotate the bulb counterclockwise in
order to release it.
l Install a new bulb in the holder and
replace the bulb holder in the tail light
cluster. One of the guide lugs on the bulb holder
is slightly wider than the other two and,
thus, this lug fits into the widest recess
only.
l Turn the bulb holder clockwise
l Check that the bulb lights
l Re-install cluster cover

Two types of bulbs are in use
The guide lugs on the twin-pole bulb are
at different heights, and it is only possible
to fit these bulbs in one way. Try at first to
turn the bulb gently. Do not use force. If
this does not work, take out the bulb and
turn it half a turn and try again.
Replacing bulbs (cont.) pg. 85
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Trunk light (sedan models)
Courtesy light (wagon models)


Depress the catch with a screwdriver and
remove the light assembly. Lift it out to
remove. Replace the bulb.
Bulb - Power - Socket
Trunk light - 10 W - SV 8.5

License plate light (sedan
models)


Turn off the lights. Remove both
screws and insert the screwdriver and
turn it carefully (see illustration) until
the glass comes loose. Replace the bulb
and reinstall the glass.
Bulb - Power - Socket
License plate light - 5W - W2.1x9.5d
License plate light (wagon
models)


Remove the screws with a screwdriver.
Remove lamp housing. Depress the bulb and
rotate it counterclockwise. Remove the bulb.
Install a new bulb and re-install lamp housing.

Bulb - Power - Socket
License plate light - 4 W - BA9s
WARNING! When using a screwdriver to pry plastic components, take care to avoid \
scratching or breakage. Use eye protection
whenever possible.
Replacing bulbs (cont.) pg. 86

Removing cover (sedans)
Removing cover (wagons) Depress catches
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High-mounted brake light

To remove: (Sedans)
Turn off ignition.
Depress catch with a screwdriver. Pull
cover upward to remove it.
To remove: (Wagons)
Turn off ignition.
Grasp the cover with both hands and pull
it towards you.

Bulb Power CP(W) Socket US Bulb No.
High-mounted brake light 32(21) BA15s
1156 Depress catches and fit new bulb.

To fit:
Fit the reflector and check that the light
works.

4-door models
Press the cover into position, noting the
position of the alignment pin at the top.

Wagons
Align the catches and press the cover into
position.

Replacing bulbs pg. 87

Interior light and reading lights

Take hold of the front section of the light
as shown and pull straight down.

Press lens out from inside and replace
bulb. Check operation before reinstalling
lamp housing.

NOTE:
The wiring should not be pinched when
the lamp housing is reinstalled.


Bulb Power Socket
Interior light 10 W SV 8.5
Reading light 5 W W2.1x9.5d

Reading lamps, rear

The bulb in the adjustable reading lamps
can be changed as follows: insert a
screwdriver as shown and twist off the
lamp. Withdraw the bulb and fit a new one.
Replacing bulbs pg. 88
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Door warning lamps

All doors are equipped with red warning
lamps. To replace a bulb, insert a
screwdriver as shown in picture and gently
turn it to remove the lens. Withdraw the
bulb, replace it and re-insert the lens.


Insert screwdriver and turn

Vanity mirror

Insert a screwdriver and turn it to remove
the lens. Replace the bulb and press the
lens back into place.

Door step courtesy lights

l Insert a screwdriver and turn carefully
to loosen the glass lens.
l Withdraw the lamp unit, bend back the
tabs and remove the plate.
l Replace the bulb.
l Reinstall the plate.
l Press the lamp unit back into place.




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