
20Hood latch 53
21Steering wheel height adjustment 34
2212-volt electrical outlet 33
23AC on and  off 36
24Trip Computer 27
25Coin  holder 33
26Recirculation 36-37
27Cupholder 33
28Defroster - door mirrors/rear window 26
29Not in use -
30 Dynamic Stability Assistance (DSA) 30
31Controls  for heated front  seats 32
32Switch for selecting door mirror left and  right 50
33Control for adjusting door mirrors 50
34Door lock switch 42
35Window  left and  right front 38
36Window  left and  right rear 38
37Cut -out switch windows rear 38
Some of the items listed on this page are available on certain models only.
pg. 20 Instruments
1 Coolant temperature gauge 
Do not drive the car with the pointer in the red  range. The pointer should be  approximately midway on the gauge
face when driving. If the pointer approaches the red range repeatedly, check coolant  level.  See  page 117
.
2 Coolant temperature warning light  
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If this  light comes on while driving, the coolant  temperature is too high. Stop the engine and  check the coolant  level  in
the expansion tank. See  page 117.
3 Odometer
4 Speedometer  
The longer the knob is turned, the faster the setting will change.
5 Trip  odometer  
This indicator measures shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer.
6 Button  for setting clock/resetting trip odometer  
In both cases, the ignition must  be  switched on
Clock:  Without pressing the button, turn it clockwise to advance the clock, or counterclockwise to set the clock back.
Trip  odometer:  Press the button to reset the trip odometer.
7 Tachometer  
Reads  thousands of engine rpm. The needle should never be  in the solid  red range.
8 Clock, Trip  Computer/Ambient temperature
NOTE:  See  page 27- 29 
for information on the trip computer.
9 Low fuel level  warning light  
When this  light comes on, there are approximately 1.9 US gal. (7 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank.
10 Fuel gauge 
Fuel tank capacity: 16 US gallons (60 liters). 
When refuelling the fuel gauge needle will not register until the volume of gasoline in the tank exceeds 3.2 US gal. (12
liters).
pg. 21 Indicator and warning lights
1 Turn  signal, left 
2 Turn  signal, right 
3 Low washer fluid level  
4 Brake light* failure warning 
5 Turn  signals - trailer (certain models) 
6 Front fog lights on 
7 Door open  
8 Rear fog light on 
9 Seat belt warning 
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10 High beams on 
11 Fault in SRS system 
12 Brake circuit not working (brake fluid level  too low) and  EBD 
13 Battery  charge failure 
14 Parking brake applied  
15 Low oil pressure 
16 ABS  (anti-lock brakes)  malfunction 
17 Automatic transmission: position W,  4 or 3 or L 
18 Malfunction  indicator light 
19 Immobilizer  on 
20 Service Reminder  Indicator 
21 DSA  (option) 
22 High coolant  temperature warning light 
23 Low fuel warning light
Starting check 
After a  few seconds, all lights except 16 and  19 will go out. Once the engine starts, these lights will also go out.
* Indicates failure of a  brake light, not failure of the braking system (see item 12).
pg. 22 Warning lights
The warning lights described on pages 22 and 23 should never stay on when driving
When the ignition key  is turned on and  before the engine starts, all of the warning lights should go on to test the
function of the bulbs. Should a  light not go off after the engine has started, the system indicated should be  inspected.
However, the parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake has been fully released.
 Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detected a  fault. Drive to
an  authorized Volvo retailer for an  inspection of the system. See  the SRS section for more information. 
Oil pressure warning light
If the light  comes on while driving,  stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check  the engine oil
level . See  page 114.
 If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed  to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After
hard driving, the light may come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal, provided it goes off when
the engine speed is increased.
 Parking  brake reminder light
This light will be  on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied.  The parking brake lever is situated between the
front  seats.
Canadian models are equipped with this  warning light: 
WARNING!
If the fluid level  is below  the lowest MIN  mark in the brake fluid reservoir: DO  NOT DRIVE. Tow the car to a
Volvo retailer and  have the brake system checked and  any  leakage repaired.
Brake failure warning light
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S40 & V40
Chapter 8 - Volvo Service
pg. 107 Volvo Service
Service - an investment
An investment which  will pay  dividends in the form  of improved reliability, durability and  resale value. Label  information
108
Maintenance service,  Warranty109
Emissions maintenance110
Engine  compartment111
Fuel/emissions systems112
Lubrication113
Engine  oil114
Power steering fluid,  Brake fluid  reservoir116
Coolant, drive belt117
Washer fluid  reservoir118
Battery maintenance,  Proposition  65 Battery Warning119
pg. 108 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)
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Timing belt 
For proper functioning of the vehicle and  its  emission control systems, the timing belt and  belt tensioner must  be
replaced  every 105,000 miles (168,000 km). Engine damage will occur if the belt fails.
PCV system
(on turbocharged models) 
The nipple in the intake  manifold and  the filter  at the end  of the PCV  hose in the air cleaner  should be  inspected and
cleaned at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) and  thereafter, again at 150,000 mile (240,000 km) intervals.
Spark plugs  
The spark plugs should be  replaced  every 45,000 miles (72,000 km) under normal driving conditions. City driving or
fast  highway  driving may necessitate replacement  sooner.
Under normal driving conditions, spark plugs require no maintenance between replacement  intervals.  When installing
new plugs, be  sure to use the right type and  to tighten them correctly. When changing the plugs, clean the terminals
and  rubber seals.  Also check that the suppressor connectors are in good condition. Cracked or damaged connectors
should be  replaced.
pg. 111 Engine compartment
Engine  compartment S40/V40
1 Power brakes 
2 Brake fluid reservoir 
3 Fusebox 
4 Engine air cleaner  
5 Battery  
7 Radiator  
8 Oil filter  
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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WARNING!
The coolant  fan may start or continue  to operate  (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off.
pg. 112 Fuel/emissions  systems
Fuel system 
The fuel system is all-electronic  and  is microprocessor-controlled. It can continually compensate for variation in
engine load, speed and  temperature to give the best economy and  power. A mass air flow sensor measures the inducted
air. In this  way the system can make instantaneous  adjustments for changes in air temperature or density, thus always
assuring the best economy with the lowest possible exhaust emissions.
Heated oxygen sensor  
This is an  emission control system designed to reduce emissions  and  improve fuel economy. The heated oxygen  sensor
monitors the composition  of the exhaust gases leaving  the engine. The exhaust gas analysis is fed into an  electronic
module. This adjusts the air-fuel ratio to provide optimum conditions for combustion and  efficient reduction of the
three major pollutants  (hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and  oxides of nitrogen (NOx))  by a  three-way catalytic
converter.
Crankcase ventilation  
The engine is provided with positive crankcase  ventilation which  prevents crankcase  gases from  being released into the
atmosphere. Instead, the crankcase  gases are admitted to the intake  manifold and  cylinders.
Evaporative control system  
The car is equipped with an  evaporative control system which  prevents gasoline vapor from  being released into the
atmosphere. 
The system consists of a  fuel tank with filler  pipe and  cap, a  rollover valve, a  Fill Limit Vent  Valve (FLVV), vapor
vent lines, a  charcoal  canister, a  purge line, a  purge control valve and  engine connections. In addition, there is a
pressure sensor connected to the fuel tank and  a  filter -protected Canister Close Valve (CCV) on the atmospheric side
of the canister, for system diagnosis. 
The gasoline vapor is channeled through the rollover valve and  the FLVV via the vapor vent lines into the charcoal
canister, where  it is stored.  When the engine is started, the gasoline vapor is drawn from  the charcoal  canister to the
engine's air intake  system and  into the combustion process.
NOTE:
 If the fuel filler  cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running when the car is refueled, the Check Engine light
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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.
pg. 123 Engine
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 T4
Output 170 hp at 5500 rpm (127 kW  at 92 rps)
Max torque 177 ft. lbs. at 1800-5000 rpm (240 Nm at 30-75 rps)
Number of cylinders 4
Bore 3.27" (83 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm)
Displacement 1.95 liters (118.9 cu.  in.)
Compression ratio 9.0:1
Number of valves 16
Valve clearance mechanical
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 124 Specifications
Cooling system  
Type: Positive pressure, closed system 
Thermostat begins to open  at 186° F (90° C) 
Coolant:  Volvo original coolant/antifreeze (50/50 water-antifreeze  mix). 
Capacity: 6 US qts. (5.7 liters)
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Bulb  failure warning22
Bulbs126
C
Cabin air filter35
Capacities125
Center head restraint3
Central  locking switch42
Chains - winter driving81
Changing a  wheel87
Child booster  cushion11
Child Restraint Anchorages14
Child safety15
Child safety locks - rear doors49
Concealed storage bin (wagon)59
Coolant - checking/changing117
Cooling system68,124
Cruise control31
D
Daytime  Running  Lights23
Detachable trailer hitch - installing76
Detachable trailer hitch - removing77
Dimensions127
Doors  and  locks42
Drive belt117
Driving economy64
Dynamic Stability Assistance (DSA)30
E
EBD74
ECC  - Electronic Climate Control36,37
Electrical outlet33
Electrical system69,126
Electrically operated  driver's seat50
Electrically operated  front  seats48
Emergency towing70
Emergency warning flashers26
Emissions systems112
Engine123
Engine air filter110
Engine compartment111
Engine oil115,122
Engine oil - checking/changing114
F
Fog light - rear24
Fog lights24
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