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Replacement of rear light bulbs - V40
All the bulbs in the rear light unit are replaced from inside the cargo area. Procedure:
· Switch off the lights and remove the ignition key.
· Open the cover in the panel
· Push catches A and B in and remove the bulb holder. The bulbs are held in the bulb holder.
· Leave the connector and cables connected to the bulb holder.
· Remove the bulb by pressing it inwards and turning it a few degrees counterclockwise.
· Insert a new bulb into the bulb holder and replace the holder. Check that the bulb works and refit the cover.
1 Tail light (rear parking light) 5W
2 Direction indicator 21W
3 Brake light 21W
4 Tail light 5W
5 Backup light 21W
6 Rear fog light (LH side only) 21W
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Side direction indicator
1. Slide the lens forward and pull out the rear edge.
2. Pull out the entire lens/bulb unit.
3. With the lens toward you, turn the bulb holder 1/4 turn (the wires should not be disconnected from the holder) and
pull out the bulb holder from the lens unit.
4. Pull the old bulb straight out and press a new one into place.
5. Replace the entire unit in the reverse order.
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Insert screwdriver, turn and pull downward
Front courtesy lights
· Switch off the ignition.
· Insert a flat screwdriver and turn carefully to loosen the glass lens.
· Replace the bulb and press the glass lens back into place.
Insert a screwdriver and turn
Rear reading lights
· Switch off the ignition.
· Insert a screwdriver and turn to loosen the lens unit.
· Replace the bulb and press the lens unit back into place.
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S40 & V 40
Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg. 121 Specifications
Specifications
This chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical specifications of your car. Oil/fluids specifications
122
Engine specifications123
Cooling/fuel/distributor ignition systems124
Front/rear suspensions125
Transmission, Capacities, Vehicle loading125
Electrical system/bulbs126
Dimensions/weights127
ON CALL road assistance128
pg. 122 Oil/fluid specifications
Oil quality
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide superior fuel economy and engine
protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils. Oil additives must not be
used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Volvo recommends use of oil with a quality rating equal to or higher than ILSAC GF-2. Equivalent and better oils
include ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy conserving. Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel
economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Viscosity (stable ambient temperatures):
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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: 600 A/100 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.
Generator
Rated output: 120 A
Bulbs Bulb US no.Power Socket No/bulbs
Headlights
High beam H755W - 2
Low beam H755W - 2
Parking lights and Turn signals, front 3457NA26/7W/30/2.2cp W2.5 16q 2
Turn signals, rear 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 2
Side direction indicators -5W W 2.1x9.5 d 2
Tail lights 675W/4cp BA 15 s 4
Brake lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 2
Backup lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 2
Rear fog light 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 1
Front fog lights H355 W PK22.5 2
License plate light (S40) -5 W W 2.1x9.5 d 2
License plate light (V40) -5 W SV8.5 2
Door step courtesy lights -10W SV8.5 2
Trunk light -5 W SV 8.5 1
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S40 & V 40
INDEX
pg. 143 - 145 Index
A
ABS 23
,71
Adjustable steering wheel34
Advanced user Mode (AUM) - radio141
Air conditioning37
Air distribution36
Air vents35
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm43
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)23,71
Anti-theft code130,71
Antifreeze73,117
Ashtrays33
Audio system HU -415131
Audio system HU -615132
Audio systems129
AUM - Advanced user Mode - radio141
Automatic car washing102
Automatic transmission65,66,67,123
Automatic transmission fluid122
Auxiliary socket33
B
Battery73
,126
Battery maintenance119
Booster cushion11
Brake failure warning light22
Brake fluid116,122
Brake fluid warning light22
Brake system71,72
Bulb failure warning22
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Bulbs126
C
Cabin air filter35
Capacities125
Center head restraint3
Central locking switch41
Chains - winter driving79
Changing a wheel85
Child booster cushion11
Child Restraint Anchorages14
Child safety15
Child safety locks - rear doors46
Clock20
Concealed storage bin (wagon)58
Coolant - checking/changing117
Cooling system66,124
Cruise control31
Cupholders33, 34
D
Daytime Running Lights23
Dimensions127
Doors and locks41
Drive belt117
Driving economy62
Dynamic Stability Assistance (DSA)30
E
EBD72
ECC - Electronic Climate Control36,37
Electrical Outlet33
Electrical system67,126
Electrically operated driver's seat49
Electrically operated front seats48
Emergency towing68
Emergency warning flashers26
Emissions systems112
Engine123
Engine air filter110
Engine compartment111
Engine oil115,122
Engine oil - checking/changing114
F
Fog light - rear24
Fog lights24
Folding rear seat (sedan)55
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Lubrication113
Lumbar support47,48
M
Maintenance schedule108
Maintenance service107
Malfunction indicator lamp22
Manual transmission fluid122
Manually closing the sun roof98
Mirrors - rear/side view49
O
Occupant safety16
Octane rating61
Odometer20
Oil - engine115
Oil pressure warning light22
On-call128
P
Paint touchup100
Parking brake32
Parking brake reminder light22
Polishing102
Power seats48
Power steering fluid116,122
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING70,119
R
Rear fog light24
Rear suspension124
Recirculation37
Refueling61
Remote control (central locking system)42
Remote keyless entry system42
Replacing bulbs88,90,91,92
Replacing fuses93
Replacing number plate lighting - V4092
Reporting safety defects16
Roadholding58
Roof rails/racks58
S
Safety defects - reporting16
Safety locks - child46
Seat belt maintenance16
Seat belts2,3
Seat belts - cleaning103
Seats47
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