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Engine oilQuality:
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including
ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Capacity (incl. filter) : 5.7
US qts (5.4 liters).
Capacity (excl. filter) : 5.3
US qts (5.0 liters)
Automatic
transmission
fluid Quality:
JWS-3309 P/N 1161540 Capacity:
8 US qts. (7.6
liters)
Power steering
fluid Quality:
ATF oil Capacity:
1.05 US qts. (1
liters)
Brake fluid Quality: DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F (280°C), P/N 9437433 Capacity:
0.42 US qts.
(0.4 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Engine
Liquid-cooled, gasoline, inline, 4-cylinder, turbocharged engine. Aluminum alloy cylinder block with cast-iron
cylinder liners cast directly into the block. Aluminum alloy cylinder head with double overhead camshafts and separate
intake and outlet channels.
Engine lubrication is provided by an eccentric pump driven from the crankshaft. Full-flow type oil filter. Exhaust
emission control is accomplished by multiport fuel injection, a heated oxygen sensor and a three-way catalytic
converter. Designation: Volvo B 4204 T3
Output 162 hp at 5100 rpm (121 kw at 5100 rpm)
Max torque 177 ft. lbs. at 1800-4800 rpm (240 Nm at 1800-4800 rpm)
Number of cylinders 4
Bore 3.27" (83 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm)
Displacement 1.95 liters
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Number of valves 16
Valve clearance mechanical
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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Cooling system
Type: Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 186° F (90° C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
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Capacity: 6 US qts. (5.7 liters)
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multipoint fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 13-4-2
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: Champion RC8PYP or equivalent
Spark plug gap: 0.03" (0.75 mm)
Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. (25 Nm)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.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Front suspension
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support frame. Power assisted
rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column.
The alignment specifications apply to a car at curb weight (without passengers or cargo).
Toe-in measured on the wheel rims: 1.4 mm + - 0.2 mm
Toe-in measured on tire sides: 2.0 mm + - 0.4 mm
Rear suspension
Multilink individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 2.6 mm + - 0.8 mm
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Power transmission
Automatic transmission: AW 50-50
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4speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraulic torque converter with a lockup function;
planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location. Overdrive.
Final drive ratio 2.70:1
Reduction ratios
1st gear 3.61:1
2nd gear 2.06:1
3rd gear 1.37:1
4th gear 0.98:1
Reverse 3.96:1
Capacities
Fuel tank : 16 US gal. (60 liters)
Cooling system : 6 US qts. (5,7 liters)
Engine oil (incl. filter) : 5.7 US qts. ( 5.4 liters)
Engine oil (excl. filter) : 5.3 US qts. ( 5.0 liters)
Automatic transmission : 8 US qts (7.6 liters)
Power steering fluid : 1.05 US qts (1 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir : 3.9 US qts. (3.75 liters)
Brake system : 0.42 US qts (0.4 liters)
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 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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Fog lights24
Folding rear seat (sedan)55
Folding rear seat55
Front seats47,48
Front seats - heated32
Front suspension124
Fuel gauge20
Fuel system112,124
Fuel tank cover - opening63
Fusebox, Passenger compartment96
Fuses95,96,97
Fuses in engine compartment97
G
Gas tank cover - opening63
Generator126
H
Hand brake32
Handling59
Hazard warning flashers26
Headlight bulbs, replacing90
Heated front seats32
Heating37
Heating and air conditioning35
Home Safe lighting25
Hood53
I
IC system10
Ignition switch26
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)40
Instruments18,19
Integrated booster cushion11
ISOFIX fasteners12
J
Jack86
Jack (sedan)57
Jump starting72
K
Keyless entry system41
Keylock65
Keys40
Kick -down67
L
Label information108
Locks42
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Long distance trips75
Lubrication113
Luggage strap (V40)56
Lumbar support47,48
M
Maintenance service109
Malfunction indicator lamp23
Manual transmission fluid122
Manually closing the sun roof100
Mirrors - rear/side view50
O
Occupant safety16
Octane rating63
Odometer20
Oil - engine115
Oil pressure warning light22
Opening the trunk from the inside S406
P
Paint touchup102
Parking brake32
Parking brake reminder light22
Polishing104
Power seats48
Power steering fluid116,122
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING72,119
R
Radio tuning modes - changing142
Rear fog light24
Rear suspension124
Rear waste bin34
Refueling63
Remote control (central locking system)41
Remote keyless entry system41
Replacing bulbs90, 92, 93, 94
Replacing fuses95
Replacing number plate lighting - V4094
Reporting safety defects16
Road assistance128
Roadholding59
Roof rails/racks59
S
Safety defects - reporting16
Safety locks - child49
Seat belt maintenance16
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the vehicle and others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.
Octane rating, see page 63
The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See
page 118
.
2 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 117
.
3 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the MAX mark. Top up if necessary with ATF fluid. See
page 116
.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx. 2 US qts.
(1.9 liters). See page 114
.
5 Oil filler cap
6 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 116
.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Tire pressure, see label located on inside of fuel filler door.
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