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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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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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Chapter 8 - Volvo Service
pg. 103
Service - an investment
An investment which will pay dividends in the form of improved reliabili\
ty,
durability, and resale value.
Label information pg. 104
Maintenance service, Warranty pg. 105
Maintenance schedule pg. 106
Engine oil pg. 108
Servicing pg. 110
Fuel/emissions systems pg. 112
Engine compartment pg. 114
Lubrication, body pg. 115
Power steering fluid, brake fluid pg. 116
Drive belt pg. 117
Cooling system pg. 118
Washer fluid reservoir/nozzles pg. 119
Label information
pg. 104
1 Vehicle
Identification
Number
(VIN)*
VIN plate is
located on
top left
surface of
dashboard.
The VIN is
also stamped
on the right
hand door
pillar.
2 Vehicle
Emission
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1) Replace at 100,000 miles (160,000 km).
2) Brake fluid should be changed at owner request every second year (o\
nce a year if the car is driven in
mountainous areas or in areas with high humidity).
The following items should be checked weekly by the driver (it takes on\
ly a few minutes):
Engine oil level Windshield wipers
Brake fluid level Level of windshield washer fluid
Radiator coolant level
Tire pressure (all five tires)
Operation of all lights
Horns
The following should also be carried out at regular intervals:
Washing
Polishing
Cleaning
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Chapter 8 - (cont.)
Engine compartment
pg. 114
Engine compartment S90/V90
1 Expansion tank, coolant
2 Oil filler cap, engine
3 Engine oil dipstick
4 Brake fluid reservoir
5 Battery
6 Data plate
7 Radiator
8 Power steering fluid reservoir
9 Air cleaner
10 Washer fluid reservoir
11 Main fuse box
12 Relay/fuse box
WARNING!
The cooling fan may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the
engine has been switched off.
Lubrication pg. 115
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Check coolant level
The cooling system must be filled with
coolant and not leak to operate at maximum
efficiency. Check the coolant level regularly.
The level should be between the "Max" and
"Min" marks on the expansion tank. The
check should be made with particular
thoroughness when the engine is new or
when the cooling system has been drained.
Do not remove the filler cap other than for
topping-up with coolant. Frequent removal
may prevent coolant circulations between the
engine tank during engine warm-up and
cooling.
filling.
Add coolant until the level is up to
the MAX mark or slightly above.
Start the engine and run until hot.
Check the cooling system
connections for tightness. Also re-
check the coolant level.
Capacity: See "Specifications"
coolant: Volvo Genuine Coolant/
Antifreeze only
CAUTION
The cooling system must
always be kept filled to correct
level.
If it is not kept filled, there can
be high local temperatures in
the engine which could result
in damage.
Different types of anti-freeze/
coolant may not be mixed.
Adjusting washer nozzles, Washer fluid reservoir pg. 119
Adjusting washer nozzles
The washer jets should spray the windshield as shown. Use
the edge of a small screwdriver to adjust the nozzles, if
necessary. Please use caution to avoid damaging the
paintwork.
Washer fluid reservoir
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine
compartments and holds approx. 0.5 US gal. (2 liters) -
sedans and 0.8 US gal (3.2 liters) - wagons. During cold
weather, the reservoir should be filled with windshield
washer solvent containing anti-freeze.
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The following should be
checked regularly:
Coolant level should be
between the expansion tank
marks. Mixture: 50% anti-
freeze and 50% water. See
page 118.
Power steering - When
cold, the level must not be
above the COLD mark and
when hot it must not be
above the HOT mark. Top
up if the level drops to the
ADD mark with ATF fluid.
See page 116.
Engine oil - level should be
between the dipstick marks.
The distance between the
marks represents approx. 1
US qts. (1 liter). See page
108.
Brake fluid - check,
without removing the cap,
that the level is above the
MIN mark. Use brake fluid
DOT 4+. See page 116.
Washer fluid - reservoir
should be filled with water
and solvent (wintertime:
windshield washer anti-
freeze). See page 119.
Octane rating, see page 55.
Tire pressure, see label located on
the rear edge of the right front
door.
Bulbs Power Socket US Bulb
No.
1 70 W HB3/9005
2 60 W HB4/90006
3 5W BA 15
s 67
4 21 W BA 15
s 1156
5 21/5
W BAY
15 d
1157
6 21 W BAU
15 s –
7 21/5
W BAY
15d
1157NA
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