1999 VOLVO S80 tires

The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C, as measured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include
cornering (turning) traction.
TEMPERATURE
The temperature grades are AA (the highest), A, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car
tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
pg. 84 Changing wheels
Insert flat end of lug wrench and turn/pull straight out
Changing wheels
The spare wheel is located under the carpet on the trunk floor. The jack and crank are secured in the wheel recess.
There are two jack attachment points on each side of the car.
To change a wheel:
· Engage the parking brake.
· Put the gear selector in (P)ark.
· Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the tool kit.
· With the car still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel bolts 1/2 1 turn. Turn the bolts
counterclockwise to loosen.
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Loosen wheel bolts
· Position the jack on the bar in the attachment (A in the illustration in right column) and crank while simultaneously
guiding the base of the jack 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.
· Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground.
· Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the thread on the studs.
Attaching the jack
NOTE: To avoid excessive wear and the necessity of rebalancing, mark and reinstall wheels in the same location and
position as before removal. To lessen the chance of imbalance, each wheel hub is equipped with a guide stud to ensure
that a removed wheel can be reinstalled in its original position (as when changing over to winter tires/wheels).
pg. 85 Changing wheels
Correct tightening order for wheel bolts
Installing the wheel
· Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub.
· Lift the wheel and place 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 bolts crosswise (see illustration above) and tighten by turning lightly clockwise.
· Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 87 ft. lbs. (120 Nm).
· Install the wheel cap (where applicable).
WARNING!
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rubber seals.
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:
· Replacing distributor ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
· Do not touch any part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in unintended
movements and body injury.
Front suspension
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support frame. Powerassisted
rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column.
The alignment specifications apply to an unladen car but include fuel, coolant and spare wheel.
Toe-in measured on the wheel rims: 2.3 mm +/ 0.8 mm
Toe-in measured on tire sides: 2.8 +/ 0.9 mm
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 1.9 mm +/ 1.9 mm
Vehicle loading
The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire
information label. The label is located on the inside of the fuel tank cover. The label lists both tire and vehicle design
limits. Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated. WARNING!
Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead to failure
resulting in loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg.123 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltagecontrolled generator. Singlewire system with chassis and engine used as conductors. Grounded on chassis.
Battery
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R
Reading lights - front/rear48
Rear door step lights - replacing96
Rear fog light25, 30
Rear reading lights48
Rear seat backrests - folding52
Rear suspension122
Rear window - heated33
Rearview mirror36
Refrigerant44, 121
Refueling63
Remote control - keyless entry system56
Remote keyless entry system56
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries57
Replacing bulbs92-98
Replacing fuses88
Replacing wiper blades116
Reporting safety defects11
Road assistance124
Roadholding70
Roof load - maximum119
Roof racks71
S
Safety defects - reporting11
Safety locks - child60
Seat belt maintenance11
Seat belts2-3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning101
Seats - front46
Servicing107-108
Shiftlock64-65, 67
Side direction indicator - replacing93
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)8
Side marker lights - replacing97
Sideview mirrors36
Sideview mirrors - folding27
Sideview mirrors - heated33
Snow chains81
Snow tires81
Spare tire51, 82
Spare tire (sedan)51
Spark plugs122
Specifications120
Speed -sensitive power steering70
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SRS diagnostic system24
Stability Traction Control (STC)18, 27
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)54, 64
Starting the engine64
Steering wheel adjustment32
Steering wheel lock32
Storage compartment in center console50
Storage compartments49
Studded tires81
Sun roof37
Supplemental Restraint System4, 24
Suspension122
Switches in center console27
T
Tachometer23
Tail light bulbs - replacing94
Temperature gauge23
Temporary spare tire82
Text window26
Three-way catalytic converters78
Tire pressure82
Tires70, 80-83
Tires - changing84-85
Tool bag51
Towing a trailer74
Towing eyelet72
Towing the car72,73
Trailer towing74
Trailer weight - maximum119
Transmission - automatic65-68
Transmission - specifications120
Transmission fluid (automatic)113, 121
Trip computer28
Trip odometer23
Trunk - unlocking with master key55
Trunk lights - replacing97
Trunk lock switch27, 55
Turn signals31
U
Uniform tire quality grading83
Unlocking the trunk with key55
Upholstery - cleaning101
V
Vanity mirror lights - replacing95
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Vanity mirrors36
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)118
Vehicle loading122
Ventilation40
Volumes (oils and fluids)121
Volvo On Call124
W
Warning flashers33
Warning light - center24
Warning lights24-25
Warranty102
Washer fluid reservoir108, 121
Washer fluid solvent76
Washing the car100-101
Waxing101
Weight distribution70
Weights119
Wheels - changing84,85
Wheels and tires80-85
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)10
Windows - electrically operated35
Windshield washer solvent76
Windshield wiper blades - replacing116
Windshield wipers/washers31
Winter driving76
Winter tires81
Winter/Wet driving mode66, 68, 76
Wiper blades - replacing116

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