2001 VOLVO S60 ignition

Engaging reverse gear
Reverse gear should only be engaged from a complete stop.
CAUTION:
Be careful to avoid inadvertently engaging reverse while moving forward.
"Space ball" gear selector (option)
The shift positions for the "space ball" are the same as for the standard manual gear selector.
pg. 133 Automatic transmission (option)
Automatic transmission AW55- 50 (option)
P Park
Use this position when starting the engine or parking the car.
Never use P while the car is in motion.
The parking brake should be set whenever the car is parked.
The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position (SHIFTLOCK). To release the gear selector from this
position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be
depressed.
WARNING!
Never leave the car unattended when the engine is running. If, by mistake, the gear selector is moved from P, the
car may start moving.
R (Reverse) B Never engage R while the car is moving forward.
N (Neutral)
Neutral - no gear engaged. Use the parking brake.
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Automatic transmission AW55- 50 - shift gate positions
The gear selector can be moved freely between N and D.
Depressing the button on the front of the gear selector knob enables you to move the gear selector to positions P, R, N,
D, 4, 3 and L.
"Kickdown"
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kickdown) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
upshift will occur when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal slightly.
Kickdown can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds.
Automatic transmission - adaptive system
The automatic transmission is controlled by an adaptive control system that constantly monitors the way in which the
transmission functions. It senses and adapts each gear shift for optimal performance. The system also monitors your
particular driving style and adapts gear shifting accordingly.
pg. 135 Geartronic (option )
P Park
Use this position when starting the engine or parking the car.
Never use P while the car is in motion.
The parking brake should also be set whenever the car is parked.
The gear selector is mechanically locked in the P position (SHIFTLOCK). To release the gear selector from this
position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be
depressed.
WARNING!
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Fuel (line) filter
For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems, the fuel line filter should be replaced at
105,000 miles (168,000 km). The filter is replaced as one complete unit. Replace more frequently if contaminated fuel
is introduced into the tank (or if there is reason to suspect that this has occurred).
PCV system
The orifice nipple in the intake manifold and the filter at the end of the PCV hose in the air cleaner should be
inspected at 60,000 miles (96,000 km) and thereafter, at 30,000 mile (48,000 km) intervals.
Cabin air filter
Replace the cabin air filter with a new one at 15,000 mile (24,000 km) intervals. Volvo recommends replacing the
filter more often if the car is driven under dirty and dusty condi- tions. The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore
should always be replaced with a new one.
pg. 168 Working on your car
Note the following before you begin working on your car:
Battery
Ensure that the battery cables are correctly connected and tightened.
Never disconnect the battery when the engine is running (e. g. when replacing the battery).
Never use a fast charger to charge the battery. The battery cables should be disconnected when recharging.
The battery contains acid that is both corrosive and poisonous. It is important that the battery is handled in an
environ- mentally friendly way. Let your Volvo dealer assist you.
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. 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.
If a two- post hoist is used to lift the car, the front and rear lift arm pads should be centered under the reinforced lift
plates on the inboard edge of the sill rail (see illustration).
WARNING!
The car ignition system has very high voltage!
The voltage in the ignition system is dangerous!
Do not touch spark plugs, ignition cables or the ignition coil when the engine is running or the ignition is switched
on!
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The ignition should be switched off when:
Conducting engine tests.
Replacing parts in the ignition system, such as spark plugs, ignition coil, distributor, ignition cables, etc.
WARNING!
Never try to repair any part of the SRS or SIPS bag systems yourself. Any interference in the system could cause
malfunction and serious injury. Any work should only be performed by an authorized Volvo workshop.
pg. 169 Working on your car
Belt check
Check the belt regularly to make sure it is in good condition and is clean. A worn or dirty belt can cause poor cooling
and low alternator output as well as impair the operation of the power steering and the air conditioning unit.
NOTE: The drive belt is equipped with a self -tensioning mechanism and requires no adjustment between changes.!
WARNING!
The engine must not be running when this check is performed.
Check coolant level
The cooling system must be filled with coolant and not leak to operate at maximum efficiency. Check the coolant
level regularly. The level should be between the "MAX" and "MIN" marks on the expansion tank. The check should
be made with particular thoroughness when the engine is new or when the cooling system has been drained.
Do not remove the filler cap other than for topping up with coolant. Frequent removal may prevent coolant circulation
between the engine and the expansion tank during engine warm up and cooling.
Changing coolant
Normally, the coolant does not need to be changed. If the system must be drained, consult your Volvo retailer.
NOTE: Do not top off with water only. This reduces the rust- protective and antifreeze qualities of the coolant and
has a lower boiling point. It can also cause damage to the cooling system if it should freeze. Top off with Volvo
Genuine Coolant/ Antifreeze only (a 50/ 50 mix of water and antifreeze).
CAUTION:
The cooling system must always be kept filled to the correct level. If it is not kept filled, there can be high local
temperatures in the engine which could result in damage. Different types of antifreeze/ coolant may not be mixed.
WARNING!
Never remove the radiator cap while the engine is warm. Wait until the car cools.
pg. 170 Hood and engine compartment
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B5244S 5.8 US qts. (5.5 liters)
B5234T3 6. 1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
B5244T3 6. 1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
Transmission oil
manual (M 56) 2. 2 US qts. (2.1 liters)
automatic (AW 55- 50) 7.9 US qts. (7.5 liters)
Miscellaneous
Power steering 0. 9 US qts. (0.9 liters)
Windshield washer reservoir 4. 8 US qts. (4.5 liters)
Brake and clutch fluid 0. 69 US qts. (0.65 liters)
Air conditioning system 2.2 lbs. (1 kg) R 134a
* Turbo models have 21.1 US gal. (80 liter) fuel tanks.
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91) unleaded fuel (See also page 126
)
pg. 195 Lubricants, Cooling system
Lubricants
Engine oil
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF- 2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/ CF and SJ/ Energy Conserving.
Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives.
Transmission
Oil grade:
Manual: Volvo synthetic transmission oil 97308
Automatic: Volvo transmission oil 1161540- 8 Different types of oil should never be mixed.
Power steering
Grade: ATF
Brake fluid
Fluid type: Brake fluid DOT 4+.
Cooling system
Type Positive pressure, closed system.
Coolant Volvo original coolant/ antifreeze
Volume 5 cyl. non- turbo
8.5 US qts. (8.0 liters)
5 cyl. turbo
9.3 US qts (8.8 liters)
pg. 196 Three way catalytic converter
Three- way catalytic converter cautions
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or
distributor ignition systems, may cause unusually high three- way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue to
operate your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such
as engine overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the
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Glove compartment lighting2 WBA 9 s
Vanity mirror 1.2 WSV 5.5
pg. 199 Electrical system
Electrical system
12- volt system with voltage controlled generator. Single wire system in which the chassis and engine block are used
as conductors, grounded on the chassis.
Battery
Voltage 12 V
Cold start capacity (CCA) 600 A
Reserve capacity (RC) 115 min
If you must replace your battery, be sure to replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity and reserve
capacity as the original (See the decal on the battery).
Generator max. current 120 A
Starter motor, power 1.4 kW
Spark plugs P/ N272313- 8 or equivalent
Gap 0.028- 0.032 in. 0.7- 0.8 mm
Tightening torque 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm)
Firing order 1- 2- 4- 5- 3
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 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:
áReplacing distributor ignition components e. g. plugs, coil, etc.
áDo not touch any part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in unintended
movements and body injury.
pg. 200 Engine specifications
Engine specifications
B5244SB5234T3 B5244T3
Output (kW/ rps) 125/ 98184/ 87 147/ 100
(hp/ rpm) 168/ 5900247/ 5200 197/ 6000
Torque (Nm/ rps) 230/ 75330/ 42- 87 285/ 30- 83
(ft. lbs./ rpm) 170/ 4500243/ 2500- 5200 210/ 1800- 5000
No. of cylinders 55 5
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