2001 VOLVO S80 transmission oil

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VOLVO S80
Chapter 6 - Starting and driving
pg. 63 Starting and driving
Fuel requirements64
Refueling65
Starting the engine66
Automatic transmission67
Driving economy71
Points to remember72
Emergency towing74
Vehicle towing information75
Towing a trailer76
Jump starting79
Winter driving80
Long distance trips81
Three-way catalytic converter82
pg. 64 Fuel requirements
NOTE ENGINE OIL:
Although some oil consumption occurs during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine is new
as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearingin to each other. From the time the engine is new until the
first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For this reason, it is especially
important to check the oil every time you refuel your car during this period. See page 115
.
Fuel requirements
Octane rating
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Starting the engine
1. Fasten the seat belt.WARNING!
Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and mirrors are adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can
be depressed completely. Adjust the seat if necessary. See page 48
.
2. Apply the parking brake, if not already set. The gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position (SHIFTLOCK).
3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key* to the starting position. Allow the starter to operate
for up to 5 seconds (turbo: 10 seconds). Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, repeat
this step.
For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft (1800 meters), depress the accelerator pedal halfway and turn the key to the
starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.
4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key must be in
position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. The gear engages after a very slight delay which is especially noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE:
· Your car is equipped with a KEYLOCK system. When the engine is switched off, the gear selector must be in the
( P )ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch.
· When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than normal until the
automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
CAUTION :
· The engine should be idling when you move the gear selector. Never accelerate until after you feel the transmission
engage! Accelerating immediately after selecting a gear will cause harsh gear engagement and premature transmission
wear.
· Selecting P or N when idling at a standstill for prolonged periods of time will help prevent overheating of the
automatic transmission fluid.
· Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
WARNING!
· Always place the gear selector in Park and apply the parking brake before leaving the vehicle. Never leave the car
unattended with the engine running.
· Always open the garage doors fully before starting the engine inside a garage to ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but very
poisonous.
* Your car is equipped with an electronic start inhibitor (immobilizer). The keys you received with your car are
specially coded. The code in the key is transmitted to an antenna in the ignition switch where it is compared to the
code stored in the start inhibitor module. The car can only be started if a properly coded key is used.
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· Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and also fuel consumption.
· Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.
· However, at higher driving speeds, fuel consumption will be lower with the air conditioning on and the windows
closed than with the air conditioning off and the windows open.
· Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors which decrease gas mileage are:
· Worn or dirty spark plugs
· Incorrect spark plug gap
· Dirty air cleaner
· Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
· Dragging brakes
· Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service intervals.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions should use (D)rive as often as possible and avoid using
"kickdown" to help improve fuel economy.
Cooling system
The risk for engine overheating is greatest, especially in hot weather, when:
· Towing a trailer up steep inclines for prolonged periods at wide open throttle and low engine rpm.
· Stopping the engine suddenly after high speed driving (so-called "after-boiling" can occur).
· To avoid overheating, the following rules should be followed: Do not drive for prolonged periods at engine speeds
above 4500 rpm if you are towing a trailer in hilly terrain.
· Reduce speed when towing a trailer up long, steep inclines. The risk of overheat -ing can be reduced by switching off
the air conditioning system for a short time.
· Do not let the engine idle unnecessarily for prolonged periods.
· Do not mount auxiliary lamps in front of the grill. When the risk of overheating is imminent, or in the event of
overheating (the temperature gauge goes repeatedly into, or stays continual-ly in, the red section), the following
precau-tions should be taken:
· Switch off the air conditioning system.
· Pull off the road, away from traffic, stop the car and put the gear selector into Park. Do not stop the engine!
· Switch the heater to full (maximum) position. Increase the engine speed to approx. 2000 rpm (twice idling speed)
until the temperature begins to drop.
· If the warning light in the center of the instrument panel is red, and the message "Coolant level lo stop engine" is
displayed, switch off the engine as soon as possible.
WARNING!
Do not remove coolant expansion tank cap. The coolant will be extremely hot.
If necessary, see See page 110
for information on checking and topping-up the coolant level.

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VOLVO S80
Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg.121 Specifications
Label information122
Dimensions and weights123
Engine/transmission specifications124
Oil/fluid specifications and volumes125
Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension126
Electrical system127
Volvo On Call128
pg.122 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
(underside of hood)
3 Loads and Tire Pressures
(on inside of fuel filler door)
4 Model plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, etc. The plate is located in the engine
compartment, on the inside of the left front fender.
5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) *
The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The VIN is also stamped on the right hand door
pillar.
6 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS)
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cool the compressed inlet air. The resulting increase in air flow raises pressure in the intake manifold and increases
engine power over that developed by the normallyaspirated engine. The charge air cooler (which resembles a radiator)
is located between the turbocompressor and inlet manifold.Designation: Volvo B 6294 S
Output 197 hp at 6000 rpm (147 KW/100 rps)
Max. torque 207 ft. lbs. at 4200 rpm (280 Nm at 70 rps)
Number of cylinders 6
Bore 3.27" (83 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm)
Displacement 2.92 liters
Compression ratio 10.5:1
Number of valves 24
Transmission specifications Automatic transmission
Gear ratios:
Engine: B 6284 TB 6294 S
1st gear 2.92:13.27:1
2nd gear 1.57:11.76:1
3rd gear 1.00:11.12:1
4 th gear 0.70:10.79:1
5 th gear
Reverse 2.38:12.67:1
Final drive 3.29:13.69:1
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg.125 Oil/fluid specifications and volumes
Engine oil
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Volume: (including filter):
Normally-aspirated 6-cylinder engine - 7.3 US qts (6.9 liters).
Turbo 6-cylinder engine - 7.3 US qts (6.9 liters).
Automatic transmission fluid
Geartronic: ATF Dexron® III.
AW5: Only Volvo gearbox oil (1161540-8). Do not mix with other oils.
Volume: 7.9 US qts (7.5 liters).
Cooling system
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Transmission - automatic..........67, 68, 69, 70
Transmission - specifications..........124
Transmission fluid (automatic)..........125
Trip computer..........28
Trip odometer..........23
Trunk - unlocking with master key..........59
Trunk lights - replacing..........101
Trunk lock switch..........27
Turn signals..........31
U
Uniform tire quality grading..........87
Unlocking the trunk with key..........59
Upholstery - cleaning..........105
V
Vanity mirror lights - replacing..........99
Warning flashers..........33
Washer fluid reservoir..........125
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)..........122
Vehicle loading..........126
Ventilation..........40
Viscosity..........114
Volumes (oils and fluids) ........125
Volvo On Call..........128
W
Warning light - center..........24
Warning lights..........24, 25
Warranty..........106
Washer fluid reservoir..........112
Washer fluid solvent..........80
Washing the car..........104, 105
Waxing..........105
Weight distribution..........72
Weights..........123
Wheels - changing..........88, 89
Wheels and tires..........84, 85, 86, 87, 88, 89
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)..........10
Windows - electrically operated..........35
Windshield washer solvent ........ 80
Windshield wiper blades - replacing..........119
Windshield wipers/washers..........31
Winter driving..........80
Winter tires..........85
Winter/Wet driving mode..........68, 70, 80
Wiper blades - replacing..........119
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