
Turn the button to adjust the clock.
13 Fuel gauge
The fuel tank holds approximately 21.1 US gal. (80 liters).
When the warning light comes on there is approximately 1.8 US gal. (8 liters) of fuel remaining.
14 Indicator and warning lights
pg. 24 Indicator and warning lights
The indicator and warning lights described on pages 24 and 25 should never stay on when driving
When the ignition key is turned, all of the warning lights in the lower right-hand side of the instrument panel should
go on to test the function of the bulbs. If a light does not go off after the engine has started, the
system indicated should be inspected.
NOTE: The parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.
Warning lamp in the center of the instrument panel This lamp lights up red or orange depending on the
severity of the fault that has been detected.
Orange light: Follow the instructions shown in the text window.
Red light: Stop the car as soon as possible in a suitable location and read the message shown in the text window.
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
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.
BRAKE
Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level
in the reservoir. See page 109
for reservoir position.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:
Park
Brake
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Starting the engine
1. Fasten the seat belt.WARNING!
Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can
be depressed completely. Adjust the seat if necessary. See page 46
.
2. Apply the parking brake, if not already set. The gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position (SHIFTLOCK).
3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key* to the starting position. Allow the starter to operate
for up to 5 seconds (turbo: 10 seconds). Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, repeat
this step.
For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft (1800 meters), depress the accelerator pedal halfway and turn the key to the
starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.
4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in
position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. The gear engages after a very slight delay which is especially noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE:
· Your car is equipped with a KEYLOCK system. When the engine is switched off, the gear selector must be in the
( P )ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch.
· When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than normal until the
automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
CAUTION :
· The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector. Never accelerate until after you feel the gear engage!
Accelerating immediately after selecting a gear will cause harsh gear engagement and premature transmission wear.
· Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods of time will help prevent overheating of the
automatic transmission fluid.
· Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
WARNING!
· Always place the gear selector in Park and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. Never leave the car
unattended with the engine running.
· Always open the garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very
poisonous.
* Your car is equipped with an electronic start inhibitor (immobilizer). The keys you received with your car are
specially coded. The code in the key is transmitted to an antenna in the ignition switch where it is compared to the
code stored in the start inhibitor module. The car can only be started if a properly coded key is used.
If two of the keys to your car are close together, e.g., on the same key ring, when you try to start the car, this could
cause interference in the immobilizer system and result in the car not starting. If this should occur, remove one of the
keys from the key ring before trying to start the car again.
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Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg.87 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses88
Replacing bulbs92
Paint touch up99
Washing the car100
Cleaning the upholstery101
Maintenance service, Warranty102
Maintenance schedule103
Fuel/emissions systems105
Drive belt, Air pump system, Coolant106
Servicing107
Opening the hood, Engine compartment109
Engine oil110
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs112
Automatic transmission fluid113
Battery maintenance114
Replacing wiper blades116
pg.88 Fuses
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Power steering fluid
ATF fluid.
Volume: 0.95 US qt (0.9 liter).
Brake fluid
DOT 4+
Volume: 0.64 US qt (0.6 liter)
Climate control system - refrigerant (R 134a)
Oil: PAG
Volume: 2.2 lbs (1000 g) R134a.
Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Volume (fuel tank): 21.1 US gals (80 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 4.7 US qts. (4.5 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg.122 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 15-3-6-2-4
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: B 6284 T: P/N 271367-4 (or equivalent)
B 6304 S: P/N 272371-8 (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap: 0.028-0.032" (0.7-0.8 mm)
Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. (25 Nm)
Replacing spark plugs
The spark plugs should be changed every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). However, city driving or fast highway driving
may necessitate changing after 15,000 miles (24,000 km) of driving. When installing new plugs, be sure to fit the right
type and use correct torque. When changing the plugs, check that the suppressor connectors are in good condition.
Cracked or damaged connectors should be replaced. When changing the spark plugs, clean the terminals and the
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INDEX
pg.141 Index
A
ABS 17
ABS - warning light25
Accessory lights27
Adjusting the steering wheel32
Air conditioning41-43
Air pump system106
Air vents40
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm58-59
Alarm - "panic" function58
ALR/ELR14
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)17
Anti-lock Brake System - warning light25
Antifreeze76, 106
Ashtrays34
Audio systems125
cassette deck136
CD player134
HU -611 - overview126
HU -801 - overview127
radio130
specifications139
Automatic car washing101
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)14
Automatic transmission65-66
Geartronic67-68
Kickdown66-67
Specifications120
Automatic transmission fluid113
Auxiliary socket27, 34
B
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Backrests, rear seat - folding52
Battery75-76, 123
Battery maintenance114-115
Replacing the battery115
Ventilation hose115
Booster cushion13, 15
Booster cushion - integrated13
Brake failure warning light24
Brake fluid112, 121
Brake system16
Break-in period62
Bulbs (list)123
Bulbs - replacing92-98
C
Capacities (oils and fluids)117
, 121
Cargo net in trunk51
Catalytic converters - three-way78
Center console - switches27
Center head restraint - rear seat3
Central locking buttons55
Chains - winter driving81
Changing wheels84-85
Child booster cushion13, 15
Child restraint anchorages12
Child safety12-15
Child safety locks - rear doors60
Climate controls41-43
Climate system - general information44
Clock23
Cold weather driving76
Coolant76, 106, 121
Cooling system121
Cooling system - general information71
Courtesy light48
Courtesy lights (front) - replacing98
Courtesy lights - exterior54
Cruise control29
Cup holder - opening50
D
Dimensions119
Direction indicator bulbs (front)93
Direction indicators31
Distributor ignition system122
Door step courtesy lights - replacing96
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Jump starting75
K
Key - removing from ignition switch64
Keyless entry system56-57
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries57
Keylock64
Keys54
Kickdown66-67
L
Label information118
License plate lights - replacing96
Lifting the car108
Lights - accessory27
Locking and unlocking the car54
Locking steering wheel32
Long distance trip77
Long loads47, 52
M
Maintenance schedule103-104
Maintenance service102
Malfunction indicator lamp25
Memory function - front seats46
Mirrors36
Mirrors, sideview - folding27
O
Occupant safety11
Octane rating62
Odometer23
Oil - engine62, 76, 110-111, 121
Oil pressure warning light24
On-call124
Opening the hood109
P
Paint touch-up99
Panic function (alarm)58
Parking brake34
Parking brake reminder light24
Parking lights30
Passenger's seat backrest - folding47
Polishing101
Power seats46
Power steering - speed-sensitive70
Power steering fluid112, 121
Power windows35
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