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Engine oilQuality:
Meeting API specification SJ, SJ/CF,
or SJ/Energy Conserving Capacity (incl. filter)
: 6.1 US
qts. (5.8 liters)*
Automatic transmission fluid Quality: AW4: ATF Dexron III and Mercon. Capacity:
8 US qts. (7.6
liters)
Manual transmission fluid AW5: Only Volvo gearbox oil (1161540-8). Do
not mix with other oils. Capacity:
8 US qts. (7.5
liters)
Power steering fluid Quality: Volvo synthetic gearbox oil 1161423 Capacity:
2.2 US qts. (2.1
liters)
Brake fluid Quality: ATF Capacity:
0.95 US qts. (0.9
liters)
All specifications are subject to
change without notice. Quality: DOT 4+ Capacity:
0.64 US qts. (0.6
liters)
* Add 0.95 qts. (0.9 liters) if the oil cooler has been drained
pg. 123 Engine specifications
Engine
Liquid-cooled gasoline, 5cylinder, inline engine. Aluminum alloy cylinder block with castiron cylinder liners cast
directly into the block. Aluminum alloy cylinder head with double overhead camshafts and separate intake and outlet
channels.
Engine lubrication is provided by an eccentric pump driven from the crankshaft. Fullflow type oil filter. Exhaust
emission control is accomplished by multiport fuel injection, heated oxygen sensor(s) and threeway catalytic converter. Designation: Volvo B 5234 T3 Designation:Volvo B 5244 T
Output 236 hp at 5400 rpm (176 kW/90 rps) Output190 hp at 5100 rpm (142 kW/85 rps)
Max. torque 243 ft. lbs. at 24005100 rpm (330
Nm/4592 rps) Max. torque199 ft. lbs. at 1600-5000 rpm (270
Nm/27-83 rps)
Number of
cylinders 5 Number of
cylinders5
Bore 3.19" (81 mm) Bore3.27" (83 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm) Stroke3.54" (90 mm)
Displacement 2.3 liters Displacement2.4 liters
Compression
ratio 8.5:1 Compression
ratio9.0:1
Number of
valves 20 Number of
valves20
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All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 124 Specifications
Cooling system
Type: Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 180° F (87° C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
Capacity: 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order:12453
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: Champion RC8PYP (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap: 0.03" (0.75 mm)
Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. +/ 3.7 ft. lbs. (25 Nm +/ 5 Nm)
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.
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, see "Specifications". 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 rubber seals.
Front suspension
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5th gear1.02:1
Reverse3.23:1 3.95:1
Capacities
Fuel tank17.9 US gal. (68 liters)
Cooling system 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Engine oil (incl. filter) 6.1 US qts. ( 5.8 liters) *
Automatic transmission 2 US gals (7.6 liters)
Manual transmission 2.2 US qts. (2.1 liters)
Power steering fluid 0.8 US qts (0.8 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir 4.7 US qts. (4.5 liters)
Brake/clutch system 0.6 US qts (0.6 liters)
* Add 0.95 US qt. (0.9 liters) if the oil cooler has been drained.
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 filler flap. 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 notice.
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Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltagecontrolled generator. Singlewire system with chassis and engine used as conductors.
Battery
Voltage 12 Volt
Capacity 520 A/100 min
(certain markets) 420 A/75 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.
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The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See
page 117.
2 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 118.
3 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.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx.
1.6 US qts (1.5 liters). See page 114.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 116.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 57.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front door.
Bulbs Power Socket US no.
1 55 W - H7
2 30/7 W BA 15s 3357NA
3 55 W PK 22s H1
4 5 W BA 15s 67
5 21 W BAU 15 -
6 21 W BA 15s 1156
See pages 85-87
for more detailed information.
Volvo Car Corporation
Göteborg, Sweden
TP 4360/1 (Canada & USA) 3000.07.98 Printed in Sweden, Elanders Graphic Systems AB, Göteborg 1998
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