2003 VOLVO S60 suspension

New tires
Remember that tires are perishable goods. This tire was manufactured week 15 in 1998! (158). As of 2000,
manufacturing year and week will be indicated with 4 digits (e.g. 0015 means that the tire is manufactured year 2000,
week 15).
Improving tire economy:
Maintain correct tire pressure. See the tire pressure label on the inside of the fuel filler door.
Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard braking and tire screeching.
Tire wear increases with speed.
Correct front wheel alignment is very important.
Unbalanced wheels impair tire economy and driving comfort.
If tires are rotated, they must be kept on the same side of the car so that they revolve in the same direction as before
rotation.
Hitting curbs or potholes can damage the tires and/or wheels permanently.
Flat spots
All tires become warm during use. After cooling, when the vehicle is parked, the tires have a tendency to distort
slightly, forming flat spots. These flat spots can cause vibrations similar to the vibrations caused by unbalanced wheels.
They do, however, disappear when the tire warms up. The degree to which flat spots form depends on the type of cord
used in the tire. In cold weather, it takes longer for the tire to warm up and consequently longer for the flat spot to
disappear.
CAUTION: The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that
came with the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
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Snow chains
Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions:
Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo approved snow chains.
Special snow chains must be mounted on 195/65 R15. For tires of other dimensions, consult your Volvo retailer.
If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and are of a size different than the original tires
and wheels, chains in some cases CANNOT be used. Sufficient clearances between chains and brakes, suspension and
body components must be maintained.
Some strap -on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be used.
All Wheel Drive models : Snow chains should only be installed on the front wheels. Only chains adapted for AWD
models should be used.
NOTE: Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow chain information
CAUTION:
Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing
Always follow the chain manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Install chains as tightly as possible and
retighten periodically.
Never exceed the chain manufacturer's specified maximum speed limit. (Under no circumstances should you exceed 31
mph (50 km/h)
Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns when driving with snow chains.
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VOLVO S60
Specifications
pg. 143 Specifications
Label information 144
Dimensions, weights145
Capacities147
Lubricants148
Cooling system148
Three way catalytic converter149
Suspension150
Bulbs151
Electrical system152
Engine specifications153
Transmission154
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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)
4 Model plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, etc. The plate is located in the engine
compartment, on the inside of the left front fender.
5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) *
The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The VIN is also stamped on the right hand door
pillar.
6 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS)
standards (Canada)
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the facing
side of the driver's door. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
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way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating.
Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine, the Electronic Control Module, or the vehicle
may be illegal and can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating. This includes:
- Altering fuel injection setting or components.
- Altering emission system components or location or removing components.
- Repeated use of leaded fuel.
NOTE: Unleaded fuel is required for cars with three-way catalytic converters.)
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Bulbs
Bulbs OutputSocket
Low beam 55 WH 7
High beam 55 WHB3
Fog lights, front 55 WH 1
Side indicator lamps P10 W-
Turn signals, parking lights, front 21 WPY
Turn signals, rear 21 WPY
Parking lights, rear 5 WBA 15 s
Brake light 21 WBA 15 s
Back up lights 21 WBA 15 s
Fog light/ Parking lights, rear 5 WBA 15 s
License plate lighting 5 WW 2.1x9.5 d
Courtesy lighting, front 5 WSV 8.5
Trunk lighting 5 WSV 8.5
Glove compartment lighting 2 WBA 9 s
Vanity mirror 1.2 W
12V
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Suspension
Wheel dimension
15"16"
Rim diameter (mm) 415440
tire side diameter(mm) 515540
Toe-in front (degrees) 0.1°± 0. 1°0.1°± 0. 1°
Toe-in rear (degrees) 0.2°+± 0.2°0.2+± 0. 2°
Toe-in front (mm) rim measurement 2.2± 0.72.3± 0.8
tire side measurement 2.7± 0.92.8± 0.9
Toe-in rear (mm) rim measurement 1.4± 1.41.5± 1.5
tire side measurement 1.8± 1.81.9± 1.9
Rear suspension
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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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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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Power seat56
Power steering fluid126
Power sun roof41
PremAiriii
Programme type PT165
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING97
R
Radiator122
Radio160
Rain sensor33
Rain sensor - windshield wipers33
Reading lamps58
Rear fog lights30
Rear seat63
Rear suspension151
Rear window defroster34 , 51
Rearview mirror/door mirrors40
Recirculation48 , 51
REDUCE SPEED26
Refrigerant (A/C system)44
Refueling48 , 52
Remote control - central locking system69
Replacing the battery129
Reporting safety defects20
Reverse gear inhibitor85
Roadholding84
Roof racks (load carriers)102
S
Safety1
Safety defects - reporting20
Seat belt2
Seat belt maintenance20
Seat belt reminder40
Seat belts (keeping child seats in place)19
Service118
Service key68
Service reminder25
SERVICE REQUIRED26
SERVICE URGENT26
Shiftlockii , 81
Side airbags10
Side marker lamp135
SIPS airbags10
Ski hatch64
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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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