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The clutch and brake fluid should always be above the MIN mark on the side of the reservoir. Check, without
removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point > 536° F (280° C), P/N 9437433
Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid should be replaced once a year or every 15,000
miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard conditions (mountain driving, etc.)
Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retailer.
Power steering fluid reservoir
The fluid level should always be between the MIN and MAX marks.
Fluid type: ATF
Replace: No fluid change required
NOTE: If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the car has no electrical current and must be
towed, it is still possible to steer the car. However, keep in mind that greater effort will be required to turn the steering
wheel.
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5 cyl. turbo AWD
USA 3535- 3570 lbs
Canada 1605- 1625 kg
* Permissible axle weight or gross vehicle weight must never be exceeded.
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Dimensions, weights
Max. loads,
Max. roof load 220 lbs 100 kg
Max. trailer weight
without brakes 1100 lbs (500 kg)
with brakes 2" ball 3300 lbs (1500 kg)
1 7/ 8" ball 3300 lbs (1500 kg)
Max. tongue weight ** 165 lbs (75 kg)
** See also section "Trailer towing"
* When driving for prolonged periods at temperatures above 86°F (30°C), the maximum recommended weight is 2000
lbs (900 kg).
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total capacity weight must not be
exceeded.
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Capacities
Fuel tank 18.5/19 US gal. (70/72 liters)*
Engine oil
B5244S 5.8 US qts. (5.5 liters)
B5234T3 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
B5244T3 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
B5254T2 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
Transmission oil
manual (M 56) 2.2 US qts. (2.1 liters)
automatic (AW 55-50) 7.9 US qts. (7.5 liters)
Miscellaneous
Power steering 0.9 US qts. (0.9 liters)
Windshield washer reservoir 4.8 US qts. (4.5 liters)
Brake and clutch fluid 0. 69 US qts. (0.65 liters)
Air conditioning system 2.2 lbs. (1 kg) R 134a
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* 19 US gals (72 liters) on models equipped with All Wheel Drive.
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91) unleaded fuel (See also page 78)
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Lubricants
Engine oil
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF- 2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/ CF and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives.
Transmission
Oil grade:
Manual: Volvo synthetic transmission oil 97308
Automatic: Volvo transmission oil 1161540-8
Different types of oil should never be mixed.
Power steering
Grade: ATF
Brake fluid
Fluid type: Brake fluid DOT 4+ boiling point > 536°F (280° C), P/N 94374433
Cooling system
Type Positive pressure, closed system.
Coolant Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
Volume 5 cyl. non-turbo
8.5 US qts. (8.0 liters)
5 cyl. turbo
9.3 US qts (8.8 liters)
The thermostat begins to open at 194°F (90° C).
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Three way catalytic converter
Three-way catalytic converter cautions
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or
distributor ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue to
operate your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such
as engine overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-
way catalytic converter.
Do not park your car over combustible materials, such as grass or leaves, which can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and weather conditions.
Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one minute), or an intermittently firing or flooded engine can cause three-
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Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
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.
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Electrical system
12-volt system with voltage controlled generator. Single wire system in which the chassis and engine block are used as
conductors, grounded on the chassis.
Battery
Voltage 12 V
Cold start capacity (CCA) 600 A
Reserve capacity (RC) 115 min
If you must replace your battery, be sure to replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity and reserve
capacity as the original (See the decal on the battery).
Generator max. current 140 A
Starter motor, power 1.4 kW
Spark plugs P/N272313-8 or equivalent
Gap 0.028- 0.032 in. 0.7-0.8 mm
Tightening torque 22 ft. lbs. (30 Nm)
Firing order 1-2-4-5-3
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.
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Engine specifications
B5244S B5234T3B5244T3 B5254T2
Output (kW/rps) 123/100184/87147/100 154/83
(hp/rpm) 165/6000247/5200197/6000 208/5000
Torque (Nm/rps) 225/75330/42-87285/30-83 320/25-75
(ft. lbs./rpm) 166/4500243/2400-5200210/1800-5000 236/1500-4500
No. of cylinders 555 5
Bore (mm) 838183 81
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B
Back up light135
Backrest63
Bass160
Battery120 , 128 , 152
Battery - replacing129
Belt check121
Blower (fan)47, 51
Booster cushion16
Brake circuit91
Brake fluid126
Brake light135
Brake system23 , 91
Bulbs131 , 150
C
Capacities147
Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning79
Cargo compartment63
Cassette player167
Catalytic converter149
CD player169 , 171
Ceiling lighting137
Center console - storage compartments61
Central locking system - remote control69
Changing121
Changing coolant121
Changing oil and oil filter123
Changing wheels110
Check Engine warning light25
Child restraint anchorages18
Child safety16
Child safety locks74
Child seat (Isofix fasteners)17
Cigarette lighter37
Climate control systems -general information44
Clock22
Coat hanger62
Coin compartment61
Cold weather precautions103
Coolant125
Coolant - changing121, 125
Coolant - checking level of121
Cooling system148
Courtesy light58
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Cruise control36
Cup holder61
Cup holder in rear seat61
Current fuel consumption35
D
Defroster47
Dimension designation (tires)106
Direction indicator135
Direction indicators32
Dolby Surround Pro Logic172
Door mirror defroster34
Door mirrors27
Driving economically83
DSTC28
Dual - threshold airbags5
E
ECC46
Economical driving83
Electric socket28 , 37
Electrical system152
Electrically operated windows38
Engine - starting81
Engine compartment122
Engine oil123
Engine oil - checking124
Engine oil, capacity147
Engine specifications153
Environmentiii
F
Federal Clean Air Act118
FIX NEXT SERVICE26
Floor mats59
Fog lamp25 , 135
Front seat - backrest55
Front seats54
Front seats - heated34
Front seats - manual adjustment54
Front seats - power56
Front suspension151
Fuelii , 78
Fuel filler capii , 80
Fuel filler doorii , 80
Fuel filler door - unlocking30
Fuel Formulations79
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J
Jack65 , 111
Jump starting97
K
Keylockii
, 81
Keys68
Kickdown87
L
LED illumination32
Lighting panel30
Load carriers102
Locking71
Locking steering wheel82
Locks67
Long distance trips104
Long loads - carrying64
Low beam bulb132
Lubricants148
M
Maintenance Schedule118
Malfunction indicator light25
Manual climate control with air conditioning50
Manual transmission85
Messages in the display26
Multifilter with air quality sensor49
O
Occupant safety20
Octane rating78
Odometer22
Oil pressure25
Oil quality123
Oil viscosity123
Opening the trunk from the inside72
Opening/ locking the trunk72
P
P Park86
, 88
Paint116
Paint - color code116
Paintwork damage116
Parking brake25 , 37
Parking lamps30
Parking lights30
Pen holder62
Polishing115
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Snow chains107
Snow tires107
Spare tires108
Spare wheel65
Spark plugs152
Specifications143
Speedometer22
Spoiler lamps30
Sport shifter85
SRS4
Stability system93
Stability systems93
Stability Traction Control (STC)93
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)68
Starting the car81
STC27
Steering82
Steering wheel adjustment29
Steering wheel lock82
Stone chips116
STOP26
STOP ENGINE26
Storage compartments61
Studded tires107
Sun roof (electrically operated)41
Sun visor42
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)4
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - warning light25
Suspension151
Switches in the center console27
T
Tachometer22
Temperature47
Temperature gauge22
Temporary spare tire108
Text window - messages26
TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE26
Tires economy106
Tires economy - improving109
Tires106
Tires - tread wear indicators109
Towing95
Towing - cars with All Wheel Drive96
Towing a trailer98
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