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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:
· 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.
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: 2.3 mm +/ 0.8 mm
Toe-in measured on tire sides: 2.8 +/ 0.9 mm
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 1.9 mm +/ 1.9 mm
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 tank cover. 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 prior notice.
pg.127 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
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Internal CD changer
CD
Station scan - press
TV (option on certain models)
External CD changer (option)
7. Radio - Station seek up/down
CD - Selecting next/previous track
8. Radio - Manual station selection
CD - Fast forward/backward
9. CD eject
10. Dolby Pro Logic - switching on
11. 2 channel stereo
12 3 channel stereo
13. CD slot
14. CD random play
15. Program type
Active Sound Control (ON or OFF)
16. News
17. Traffic information
18. Automatic presetting of radio
stations
19. Display
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Switch on/off
Press the knob to switch on or turn off the radio.
Volume control
Turn the knob clockwise to increase volume. Volume control is electronic and does not have an end stop. If you have
a key pad in the steering wheel, increase or decrease the volume with the + or- buttons.
Bass
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"detent" indicates "equalized" balance. Press the button back in when you have made the adjustment.
A - Setting station
Press the left side of the button to select lower frequencies and the right side for higher frequencies. Set frequencies are
displayed.
B - Station seek up/down
Press the left side (lower frequency) or right side (higher frequency) of the button to start the seek function. The radio
seeks the next audible station and tunes it in. Repeat the procedure to continue the seek function.
Audio system controls on the steering wheel
Station seek up/down
If you have a key pad in the steering wheel press the right or left arrow to switch between preset stations.
Scan function
Press the SCAN button (HU-611) or the SOURCE button (HU-801) to start the station scan function. When a station
is found, scanning stops for several seconds, after which scanning will continue.
Press the SCAN or SOURCE button when a station has been found if you would like to listen to that station and to
discontinue the scan function.
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Index
pg.162 Index
A
ABS..........17
ABS - warning light..........25
Accessory lights..........27
Adjusting the steering wheel..........32
Advanced User Mode (AUM) - radio..........137
Air conditioning..........41, 42, 43, 45
Air pump system..........110
Air vents..........40
Airbag (SIPS)..........8
Airbag (SRS)..........4
Alarm..........60, 61
Alarm - "panic" function..........60
ALR/ELR..........14
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)..........17
Anti-lock Brake System - warning light..........25
Antifreeze..........80, 110
Approach lighting..........56
Ashtrays..........34
Audio systems..........129
..cassette deck..........141
..CD player..........139
..HU -611 - overview..........130
..HU -801 - overview..........131
..radio..........134
..specifications..........144
AUM (Advanced User Mode) - radio..........137
Automatic car washing..........105
Automatic locking..........58
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)..........14
Automatic transmission
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Instrument illumination..........30
Instrument panel..........23
Instruments..........22
Integrated booster cushion ........ 13
Interior Air Quality system .........45
Interior features - overview..........20
Interior lighting..........50
Isofix fasteners..........12
J
Jack..........53
, 88, 89
Jump starting..........79
K
Key - removing from ignition switch..........66
Keyless entry system..........57, 58
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........58
Keylock..........66
Keys..........56
Kickdown..........69
L
Label information..........122
License plate lights - replacing..........100
Lifting the car..........112
Lights - accessory..........27
Load carriers..........73
Locking - automatic..........58
Locking and unlocking the car..........56
Locking steering wheel..........32
Long distance trip..........81
Long loads..........49, 54
M
Maintenance schedule..........107, 108
Maintenance service..........106
Malfunction indicator lamp..........25
Memory function - front seats..........48
Mirrors..........36
Mirrors, sideview - folding 27
Mirrors, sideview - memory function..........36
O
Occupant safety..........11
Octane rating..........64
Odometer..........23
Oil - engine..........64, 80, 114, 115, 125
Oil pressure warning light ........ 24
Opening the hood..........113
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Side direction indicator - replacing..........99
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)..........8
Side marker lights - replacing..........101
Sideview mirrors..........36
Sideview mirrors - folding ........27
Sideview mirrors - heated..........33
Sideview mirrors - memory function..........36
Snow chains..........85
Snow tires..........85
Spare tire.......... 53, 86
Spark plugs..........126
Specifications..........124
Speed -sensitive power steering..........72
SRS..........6
SRS diagnostic system..........24
Stability Traction Control (STC)..........18, 27
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..........56, 66
Starting the engine..........66
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 32
Steering wheel lock..........32
Storage compartment in center console..........52
Storage compartments..........51
Studded tires..........85
Sun blinds..........38
Sun roof..........37
Supplemental Restraint System..........4, 24
Suspension..........126
Switches in center console ........ 27
T
Tachometer..........23
Tail light bulbs - replacing ........ 98
Temperature gauge..........23
Temporary spare tire..........86
Text window..........26
Three-way catalytic converters..........82
Tire pressure..........86
Tires..........72, 84, 85, 86, 87
Tires - changing..........88, 89
Tool bag..........53
Towing a trailer..........76
Towing eyelet..........74
Towing the car..........74, 75
Trailer towing..........76
Trailer weight - maximum..........123
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