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Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze.
Volume: Normally-aspirated 6-cylinder engine - 9.3 US qts (8.8 liters).
Turbo 6-cylinder engine - 10.1 US qts (9.6 liters).
Power steering fluid
ATF fluid.
Volume: 6 cyl engine - 0.95 US qt (0.9 liter).
Brake fluid
DOT 4+ boiling point > 536°F (280° C) P/N 9437433
Volume: 0.6 US qt (0.6 liter)
Climate control system - refrigerant (R 134a)
Oil: PAG
Volume: 2.2 lbs (1000 g) R134a.
Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Volume (fuel tank): 21.1 US gals (80 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 6 cyl: 4.7 US qts. (4.5 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg.128 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 15-3-6-2-4
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: B 6284 T: P/N 271367-4 (or equivalent)
B 6294 S: P/N 272371-8 (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap: 0.028-0.032" (0.7-0.8 mm)
Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. (25 Nm)
WARNING!
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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. 129 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltagecontrolled generator. Singlewire system with chassis and engine used as conductors. Grounded on chassis.
Battery
Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/115 min.
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of
correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
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Front fog lights..........30
Front fog lights - replacing ........103
Front reading lights..........50
Front seats - adjusting..........48
Front seats - heated..........33
Front suspension..........128
Fuel..........66, 127
Fuel filler cap..........68
Fuel filler door..........68
Fuel gauge..........23
Fuel requirements..........66
Fuel system..........111, 128
Fuel/emissions systems..........111
Fuses..........96 - 99
G
Gas cap..........68
Gasoline..........66
Gear indicator..........23
Gear ratios..........126
Geartronic (automatic transmission)..........72 - 73
Generator..........129
Generator warning light..........24
H
Hand brake..........34
Handling..........75
Hazard warning flashers..........33
Head restraint - center rear..........3
Head restraints, rear - folding..........27
Headlight bulbs - replacing..........100
Headlight wiper blades - replacing..........121
Headlights..........30
Heated front seats..........33
Heated rear window..........33
Heated sideview mirrors..........33
Heating..........41 - 45
Hoisting the car..........114
Home Safe System..........56
HomeLink¨ ........147-149
Hood - opening..........115
I
Ignition switch..........32
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)..........56,69
Indicator lights..........24, 25
Inflatable curtain (IC)..........9
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Paint touch-up..........107
Panic function (alarm)..........61
Parking brake..........34
Parking brake reminder light..........24
Parking lights..........30
Passenger's seat backrest - folding..........49
Polishing..........109
Power seats..........48
Power steering - speed-sensitive..........75
Power steering fluid ........ 118, 127
Power windows..........35
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING..........119
R
Reading lights - front/rear ........ 50
Rear door step lights - replacing..........104
Rear fog light..........25, 30
Rear reading lights..........50
Rear seat backrests - folding..........54
Rear suspension..........128
Rear window - heated..........33
Rearview mirror..........36
Refrigerant..........44, 127
Refueling..........68
Remote control - keyless entry system..........57
Remote control - keyless entry system and sideview mirrors..........36
Remote keyless entry system..........57
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........58
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat..........49
Replacing bulbs..........100-106
Replacing fuses..........96
Replacing wiper blades..........121
Reporting safety defects..........11
Road assistance..........130
Roadholding..........75
Roof load - maximum..........125
Roof racks..........76
S
Safety defects - reporting..........11
Safety locks - child..........63
Seat belt maintenance..........11
Seat belts..........2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning..........109
Seats - front..........48
Servicing..........113, 114
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the vehicle and others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.
The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See
page 114.
2 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark and when hot it must not be above the
HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF fluid. See page 118.
3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 112.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx.
1.6 US qts (1.5 liters). See page 117.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 118.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 66.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front door.
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