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conditioning system for all models as far back as the M/Y 1975 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined
purification systems and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal.
After Volvo cars and parts have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle. The
metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a car, which makes the car among the most recycled industrial
products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, many Volvo variants have printed dismantling
manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual components. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts
weighing more than 1.7 oz. (50 grams) are marked with international symbols that indicate how the component is to be
sorted for recycling.
In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines,
Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles.
When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment.
To reduce your vehicle's environmental impact, you can:
· Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with improperly inflated tires
· Follow the recommended maintenance schedule
· Drive at a constant speed
· See an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction indicator) lamp
illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started
· Properly dispose of any vehicle related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads, etc.
· When cleaning your car, use Volvo's own car care products, all of which have systematically been adapted to the
environment
For additional information regarding the environmental activities in
which Volvo Cars of North America, Inc. and Volvo Car Corporation are involved, visit our Internet Home Page at:
http://www.volvocars.com
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S40 & V 40
Chapter 2 - Instruments, switches and controls
pg. 17 Instruments, switches and controls
Instruments, switches and controls
Instruments, switches, controls etc. are described on the following pages. Instruments
18
Indicator and warning lights21
Headlights, Parking lights, Instrument illumination, Fog lights24
Turn signals, home Safe lighting, Wipers/washers25
Ignition switch/steering wheel locks, Flashers, Heated rear window/mirrors26
Trip Computer27
Dynamic Stability Assistance30
Cruise control31
Heated seats, Parking brake32
Ashtrays, Auxiliary socket, Cupholder33
Cupholders, Steering wheel adjustment34
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning35
Electrcaly operated windows38
pg. 18 Instruments, switches and controls
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· Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.
· Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the air conditioner's compressor places an
additional load on the engine. However, please note that fuel consumption is lower with the air conditioning on than it
is when driving with the air conditioning switched off and the windows down.
· Utilizing the fuel consumption modes in the Trip Computer 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 : The automatic transmission's ( D)rive position should be used as often as possible to help improve fuel
economy.
WARNING!
It is recommended that tires of the same make and dimensions be used on all four wheels (including the use of snow
tires). Do not use bias ply tires as this will adversely alter vehicle handling characteristics. Maintain correct tire
pressure.
WARNING!
Do not drive with trunk lid open! A warning light in the instrument panel will indicate that the trunk is open.
Poisonous exhaust gases may enter via the open trunk lid. If the trunk lid/tailgate must be kept open for any reason,
proceed as follows:
· Close the windows.
· Set the ventilation system control to air flow to floor, windshield and side windows and blower control to its
highest setting.
pg. 63 Starting the engine
Starting and stopping
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. Move the seat closer if necessary. Refer to section "front seats".
2. Make sure the gear selector is in the Park position.
3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the starting position. Allow the starter to operate
for up to 5 seconds. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, repeat step 3.
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. Depress the brake pedal and release the parking
brake.
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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 according every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Volvo recommends replacing
the filter more often if the car is driven under dirty and dusty conditions. The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore
should always be replaced with a new one.
pg. 111 Engine compartment
Engine compartment S40/V40
1 Power brakes
2 Brake fluid reservoir
3 Fusebox
4 Air cleaner
5 Battery
7 Radiator
8 Oil filter
9 Charcoal canister (under fender)
10 Engine oil dipstick
11 Generator
12 Windshield/headlight washer fluid reservoir
13 Power steering pump
14 Power steering fluid reservoir
15 Engine oil filler cap
16 Coolant expansion tank
17 Windshield wiper motor
18 Chassis number
A ABS
B Air conditioning compressor
C Air conditioning condenser
D Air conditioning accumulator
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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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Folding rear seat55,56
Front seats47,48
Front seats - heated32
Front suspension124
Fuel gauge20
Fuel system112,124
Fuel tank cover - opening61
Fusebox, Passenger compartment95
Fuses93,94,95
Fuses in engine compartment95
G
Gas tank cover - opening61
Generator126
H
Hand brake32
Handling58
Hazard warning flashers26
Heated front seats32
Heating37
Heating and air conditioning35
Home Safe lighting25
Hood52
I
IC system10
Ignition switch26
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)40
Instruments18,19
Integrated booster cushion11
Isofix12
Isofix fasteners12
J
Jack84
Jack (sedan)54
Jump starting70
K
Keyless entry system42
Keylock63
Keys40
Kick -down65
L
Label information106
LOCATING THE GRADE81
Locks40,41
Long distance trips74
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