1998 Volvo S90
Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls (cont.)Indicator and warning lights
pg. 17
1 Turn signal, left
2 Turn signal, right
3 Malfunction indicator
lamp
4 Direction indicator,
trailer
5 Service reminder
indicator
6 Low washer fluid level
If the lamp glows continuously
when the engine is running,
there is only about 1/2 - 1 US
qts. remaining in the washer
fluid reservoir.
7 Rear fog light
8 Bulb failure
9 Generator not charging
10 Low engine oil pressure
11 High beams
12 Brake failure
13 Parking brake applied
14 ABS-system
15 Low coolant level
16 (Not in use)
17 "Winter" mode engaged/
transmission fault
18 Fasten seat belts
19 SRS
20 (Not in use)
21 (Not in use)
Warning lights
pg. 18
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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 67 for additional
information.
Canadian models are equipped
with this warning light:
Mode "W" engaged
The lamp will light up when the
Winter/Wet mode is engaged.
If the warning lamp begins to
flash,this means that there is a
fault in the automatic gearbox.
Contact your Volvo retailer.
Supplemental
Restraint System
If the light comes on (or stays
on after the vehicle has started),
the SRS diagnostic system has
detected a fault. Drive to an
authorized Volvo retailer for an
inspection of the system. See
the SRS section for more
information.
Service reminder
indicator
This light will come on at
10,000 mile (16,000 km)
intervals. It is a reminder to the
driver that the 10,000 mile
(16,000 km) service interval has
been exceeded. The light will
stay on 2 minutes after start
until reset by the servicing
retailer.
Coolant level sensor
If the light comes on while
driving, the coolant level is low.
The coolant level in the
expansion tank should be
checked immediately and
topped off if necessary. The
cooling system should be
inspected by an authorized
Volvo retailer.
Turn signal indicators-
trailer (certain models)
When towing a trailer, this light
will flash simultaneously with
the turn signals on the trailer. If
the light does not flash when
signaling, neither the trailer's turn
signals nor the car's turn signals
are functioning.
Bulb failure warning
light
The light will come on if any of
the following bulbs are defective:
one of the low beam headlights
one of the tail lights
one of the brake lights when the
brake pedal is depressed.
Check the fuse and bulb.
See sections titled "Replacing
bulbs" and "Fuses".
Lighting, Turn signals pg. 20
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Headlights and parking lights
All lights off *
Parking lights on **
Headlights and parking lights are on if
starting (ignition) switch is in position 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 switch (A) in position
.
The high beams can only be switched on if the
headlight switch is in position
.
Switch from high to low beams, and vice versa,
by moving the turn signal switch lever on the left
side of the steering column towards the steering
wheel.
*Models equipped with daytime running lights:
The low beams, tail lights, parking lights and
license plate lights will come on automatically
when the ignition is switched on.
Automatic daytime running lights
NOTE: The daytime running light function may
only be disabled (turned off) in the U.S. -
Canadian law mandates the use of daytime
running lights.
Screw A in the illustration (available on U.S.
models only) is used to control the automatic
daytime running lights when the headlight switch
is in position 0. To adjust, press in the screw with
a small screwdriver and turn to one of the
following positions:
Automatic daytime
running lights
Automatic daytime
running lights
** The daytime running
lights will also function when
the headlight switch is in
Turn signals
1 Lane change position: In maneuvers such as
lane changing, the driver can 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:Defective turn signal bulbs will cause turn
signal indicator and remaining signal lights to
flash more rapidly than normal.
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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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Electrical system
12 V, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system
with chassis and engine used as conductors.
Battery
Voltage 12 V
Capacity 600 A/125 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 (certain models: 1680 W)
max. current 120 Amp (certain models: 120 Amp)
Bulbs
Bulb Trade
No. Power
Socket No.
of
bulb
Headlights HBI/9004 65/45 W – 2
Parking
lights,
turn
signals,
front 1157 N.
A.
21/5
W/24/2.2 cp BAY
15
2
turn
signals,
rear 1156
21W/32cp BA
15s 2
Tail lights 2x67 5W/4cp BA
15s 2
Brake
light 1156
21 W/32cp BA
15s 2*
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