2002 VOLVO S80 octane

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VOLVO S80
Chapter 6 - Starting and driving
pg. 65 Starting and driving
Fuel requirements66
Refueling68
Starting the engine69
Automatic transmission70
Driving economy74
Points to remember75
Roof racks/load carriers76
Emergency towing77
Vehicle towing information78
Towing a trailer79
Jump starting82
Winter driving83
Long distance trips84
Three-way catalytic converter85
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Fuel requirements
Octane rating
Volvo engines are designed for optimum performance on unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating AKI of 91,
or above. AKI (ANTI KNOCK INDEX) is an average of the Research Octane Number, RON, and the Motor Octane
Number, MON. (RON + MON/2). The minimum octane requirement is AKI 87 (RON 91).
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Deposit control gasoline (detergent additives)
Volvo recommends the use of gasoline containing deposit control additives. These additives have shown to be
effective in keeping injectors and intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines will help ensure good
driveability and fuel economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains deposit control additives, check with
the service station operator.
Unleaded fuel
Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and Canadian regulations
require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be labelled "UNLEADED". Only these pumps have nozzles which fit
your car's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into a vehicle labelled "unleaded gasoline only". Leaded
gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated use of leaded
gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of the emission control system and could result in loss of emission warranty
coverage. State and local vehicle inspection programs will make detection of misfueling easier, possibly resulting in
emission test failure for misfueled vehicles.
NOTE: Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methyl-cyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected,
and the Check Engine light (malfunction indicator lamp) located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs,
please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers
"Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or ethers. In some areas, state or
local laws require that the service pump be marked indicating use of alcohols or ethers. However, there are areas in
which the pumps are unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is alcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check
with the service station operator. To meet seasonal air quality standards, some areas require the use of "oxygenated"
fuel. Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygenated fuels; however, the octane ratings listed on this page must still
be met.
Alcohol - Ethanol: Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may be used. Ethanol may also be referred to as
Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".
Ethers - MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.
CAUTION!
Do not use gasolines containing methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice can result in vehicle
performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system. Such damage may not be covered under the
New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
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Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless, and odorless gas. It is present in all exhaust gases. If you ever smell
exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated, and immediately return the
vehicle to your retailer for correction.
Fuel Formulations
Do not use gasoline that contains lead as a knock inhibitor, and do not use lead additives. Besides damaging the
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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.
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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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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
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Jack..........53
, 92, 93
Jump starting..........82
K
Key - removing from ignition switch..........69
Keyless entry system..........57, 58
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........58
Keylock..........69
Keys..........56
Kickdown..........72
L
Label information..........124
License plate lights - replacing..........104
Lifting the car..........114
Lights - accessory..........27
Load carriers..........76
Locking and unlocking the car..........56
Locking steering wheel..........32
Long distance trip..........84
Long loads..........49, 54
M
Maintenance service..........110
Malfunction indicator lamp..........25
Memory function - front seats..........48
Mirrors..........36
Mirrors, sideview - folding 27
Mirrors, sideview - memory function..........36
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Occupant safety..........11
Octane rating..........66
Odometer..........23
Oil - engine..........83, 116, 117, 127
Oil pressure warning light ........ 24
Opening the hood..........115
Opening the trunk from the inside..........59
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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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