6 Space for additional equipment
7 Space for additional equipment
8 Instruments
16-17
9 Stability Control System - STC (optional)23
10 Electrically operated sun roof (optional)41
11 Trip computer (optional)26-28
12 Rear window demister/heated door mirrors23
14 Air vents33
15 Passenger side air bag (SRS) hatch4-6
16 Air vents33
17 Hood release51
18 Turn signals, high/low beams, exterior courtesy lights20
Cruise control29
19 Adjustable steering wheel32
20 Windshield wiper/washer21
21 Heated front seats (optional)30
22 Auxiliary socket31
23 Audio systems127
24 Heating and ventilation controls33-35
25 Hazard warning flashers23
26 Ashtray31
27 Coin holder
28 Shiftlock release button (automatic transmission only)
95
29 Gear selector shift positions61-62
30 Winter mode selector61-62
31 Parking brake30
32 Horn/SRS4-6
33 Trunk open control52
34 Power window controls36
35 Power mirror controls48
36 Fuel filler open37
37 Central locking button36
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Chapter 8 - Volvo Service
pg. 103 Volvo Service
Service an investment
An investment which will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability and resale value. Label information
104
Maintenance service, Warranty105
Maintenance schedule106-107
Servicing108-109
Fuel/emissions systems110
Lubrication111
Engine oil112-113
Power steering fluid, Brake/clutch system fluid reservoir114
Windshield washer nozzle, Washer fluid reservoir115
Coolant116
Engine compartment117
Battery maintenance118
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING118
pg. 104 Label information
1 Vehicle Emission Control Information
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the
underside of the hood. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
2 Vacuum hose routing
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(thousand km)(12)(24)(36) (48)(60) (72)(84)(96)(108) (120) (132)(144)
EMISSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Engine
Fuel line filter
1
PCV nipple (orifice)/hoses, clean I I
Battery (check charge and electrolyte level) II II II I I I II I
Brakes
Inspect brake pads, replace components as necessary I II II I I I II I
Brake fluid level
2 - check
I I I I I I
Steering/suspension
Tires
3, check pressure, wear and condition I
I II II I I I II I
Check power steering fluid level I I I I I I
Body
Power antenna (clean) L L L L L L
Trunk/hood, hinges and latches L L L L
Cabin air filter (see page 109)
R R R R R R
1) Replace at 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
2) Brake fluid should be changed at owner request every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid
should be replaced once a year or every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard
conditions (mountain driving, etc.).
3) Rotate tires at owner request.
The following items should be checked weekly by the driver (it takes only a few minutes):
Engine oil level, brake fluid level, radiator coolant level, operation of all lights, horns, windshield wipers, tire
pressure (all five tires), windshield washer fluid level
The following should also be carried out at regular intervals:
Washing (check all drain holes), polishing, cleaning
pg. 108 Servicing
Hoisting the car
If a garage jack is used to lift the car, the two jack attachments points should be used. They are specially reinforced to
bear the weight of the car. A garage jack can also be placed under the front of the engine support frame and under the
reinforced plate in the spare wheel well. Take care not to damage the splash guard under the engine. Ensure that the
jack is positioned so that the car cannot slide off it. Always use axle stands or similar structures.
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transmission
fluidQuality:
Volvo synthetic gearbox oil 1161423Capacity: 2.2 US qts. (2.1
liters)
Power steering
fluid Quality:
ATF Capacity:
0.95 US qts.
(0.9 liters)
Brake fluid Quality: DOT 4+ Capacity:
0.64 US qts.
(0.6 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 121 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
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 122 Specifications
Cooling system
Type: Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 180° F (87° C)
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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
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: 2.4 mm +/ 0.7 mm
Toe-in measured on tire sides: 2.9 +/ 0.9 mm
Rear suspension
Deltalink individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 4° +/ 10°
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All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 123 Specifications
Power transmission
Manual transmission: M 56 H
Singledisc dry plate clutch. Allsynchromesh on all gears including reverse; integrated final drive. Operation via a floor
mounted gear lever.Final drive ratio 4.00:1
Reduction ratios
1st gear 3.07:1
2nd gear 1.77:1
3rd gear 1.19:1
4th gear 0.87:1
5th gear 0.70:1
Reverse 2.99:1
Automatic transmission: AW 50-50 LE
5-speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraulic torque converter with a lockup function;
planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location. Overdrive. Final drive ratio 2.76:1 (Turbocharged models: 2.56:1)
Reduction ratios AW5
1st gear 4.77:1
2nd gear 2.10:1
3rd gear 1.96:1
4th gear 1.32:1
5th gear 1.02:1
Reverse 3.23:1
Capacities
Fuel tank 17.9 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)
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Instruments14,15
J
Jack53
,80,81
Jump starting68
K
Keyless entry system43
Keylock59
Keys42
Kick -down62
Kickdown62
L
Label information104
Lifting the car108
Locks42
Long load storage50
Lubrication111
Lumbar support46
M
Maintenance schedule106
Maintenance service105
Malfunction indicator lamp17,18
Manual transmission60,123
Manual transmission fluid120
Memory function - front seats46
Mirrors - rear/side view48
O
Occupant safety13
Octane rating57
Odometer16
Oil (engine)112,113,120
Oil pressure warning light18
On-call126
P
Paint touchup98
Parking brake17,30
Parking brake reminder light18
Parking lights20
Polishing101
Power seats46,47
Power steering fluid114,120
R
Radio
General information180
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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 115.
2 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 116.
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 114.
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 112.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 114.
* 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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