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Chapter 9 - Specifications
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Specifications
This chapter  contains facts and  figures pertaining to the technical specifications of your car.  Oil/fluids  specifications
122
Engine  specifications123
Cooling/fuel/distributor ignition systems124
Front/rear suspensions124
Transmission, Capacities,  Vehicle loading125
Electrical system/bulbs126
Dimensions/weights127
Volvo On Call roadside assistance128
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Oil quality 
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ,  SJ/CF  and  SJ/Energy Conserving.
Oil additives must not be used  
Viscosity (stable ambient temperatures):
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Fuel system 
The engine is equipped with a  multipoint fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system  
Firing  order: 1-3-4-2 
Distributor ignition setting:  Not adjustable 
Spark plugs:  Champion RC8PYP or equivalent 
Spark plug gap: 0.0315" (0.80 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 55-50 
5-speed 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  2.44:1 
Reduction ratios  
1st gear 4.77:1 
2nd gear 3.00:1 
3rd gear 1.96:1 
4th gear 1.32:1 
5th gear 1.02:1 
Reverse 3.23:1
Capacities  
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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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