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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.
pg. 132 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 1-5-3-6-2-4
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: B 6294 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!
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.
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 an unladen car but include fuel, coolant and spare wheel.
Toe-in measured on the wheel rims: 2.3 mm +/ 0.8 mm
Toe-in measured on tire sides: 2.8 +/ 0.9 mm
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
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Towing a trailer..........83
Towing eyelet..........81
Towing the car..........81, 82
Trailer towing..........83
Trailer weight - maximum..........129
Transmission - automatic..........74 - 77
Transmission - specifications..........130
Transmission fluid (automatic)..........131
Trip computer..........30
Trip odometer..........25
Trunk - opening from the inside..........63
Trunk - unlocking with master key..........63
Trunk lights - replacing..........109
Trunk lock switch..........29
Turn signals..........35
U
Uniform tire quality grading..........95
Unlocking the trunk with key..........63
Upholstery - cleaning..........113
V
Vanity mirror lights - replacing..........107
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)..........128
Vehicle loading..........132
Ventilation..........44
Volumes (oils and fluids) ........131
Volvo On Call..........134
W
Warning light - center..........26
Warning lights..........26, 27
Warranty..........114
Washer fluid reservoir..........118
Washer fluid solvent..........87
Washing the car..........112, 113
Waxing..........113
Weight distribution..........79
Weights..........129
Wheels - changing..........96, 97
Wheels and tires..........92 - 97
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)..........10
Windows - electrically operated..........39
Windshield washer solvent ........ 87
Windshield wiper blades - replacing..........125
Windshield wipers/washers..........35
Winter driving..........87
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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 118.
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 122.
3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 116.
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 120.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 122.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 70.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front door.
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