2003 VOLVO V4 brake

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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Fuel tank : 16 US gal. (60 liters)
Cooling system : 6 US qts. (5.7 liters)
Engine oil (incl. filter) : 5.7 US qts. (5.4 liters)
Engine oil (excl. filter) : 5.3 US qts. (5.0 liters)
Automatic transmission : 8 US qts (7.6 liters)
Power steering fluid : 1.05 US qts (1 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir : 3.9 US qts. (3.75 liters)
Brake system : 0.42 US qts (0.4 liters)
Vehicle loading
The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire
information label. The label is located on the inside of the fuel filler door. The label also lists vehicle load limits. Do
not load your car beyond the indicated limits.
WARNING!
Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead to failure
resulting in loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 126 Specifications
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors.
Battery
Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/100 min
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of
correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
Generator
Rated output: 120 A
Bulbs
Bulb US no.Power Socket No/bulbs
Headlights
High beam H755W - 2
Low beam H755W - 2
Parking lights and Turn signals, front 3457NA26/7W/30/2.2cp W2.5 16q 2
Turn signals, rear 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 2
Side direction indicators -5W W 2.1x9.5 d 2
Tail lights 675W/4cp BA 15 s 4
Brake lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 2
Backup lights 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 2
Rear fog light 115621W/32cp BA 15 s 1
Front fog lights H355 W PK22.5 2
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S403068 lbs (1392 kg)
V403118 lbs (1414 kg)
The max permissible axle loads or the gross vehicle weight must not be exceeded.
Max roof load * 220 lbs (100 kg)
Max trailer weight
(w/o brakes) 1000 lbs (455 kg)
(with brakes) 2000 lbs (908 kg)
Max tongue weight ** 110 lbs (50 kg)
* For non-Volvo roof racks, check the manufacturer's weight specifications. The maximum permitted roof load weight
may not be exceeded
** Please refer to section "Trailer towing"
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total loaded weight capacity of
the vehicle must not be exceeded.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 128 On Call Roadside Assistance
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance
Your new Volvo comes with a four year On Call Roadside Assistance program. Additional information, features, and
benefits are described in a separate information package in your glove compartment.
If you have misplaced your package, dial:
In the U.S.A .
1-800-63-VOLVO (1-800-638-6586)
In Canada:
1-800-263-0475
Technician certification
In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo supports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Excellence
(A.S.E.). Certified technicians have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas. Besides passing
exams each technicians must also have worked in the field for two or more years before a certificate is issued. These
professional technicians are best able to analyze vehicle problems and perform the necessary service procedures to
keep your Volvo at peak operating condition.
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2 0 0 3
VOLVO
S40 & V40
INDEX
pg. 143 - 145 Index
A
ABS 23
,73
Adjustable steering wheel34
Advanced user Mode (AUM) - radio141
Air conditioning37
Air distribution36
Air filter - engine110
Air vents35
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm43
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)23,73
Anti-theft code130
Antifreeze75,117
Ashtrays33
Audio system HU -415131
Audio system HU -615132
Audio systems129
AUM - Advanced user Mode - radio141
Automatic car washing104
Automatic transmission67,68,69,125
Automatic transmission fluid122
Auxiliary socket33
B
Battery75
,126
Battery maintenance119
Booster cushion11
Brake failure warning light22
Brake fluid116,122
Brake fluid warning light22
Brake system73,74
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Folding rear seat (sedan)55
Folding rear seat55
Front seats47,48
Front seats - heated32
Front suspension124
Fuel filter110
Fuel system110, 112,124
Fuel tank cover - opening63
Fuse box, Passenger compartment96
Fuses95,96,97
Fuses in engine compartment97
G
Gas tank cover - opening63
Generator126
H
Hand brake32
Handling59
Hazard warning flashers26
Headlight bulbs, replacing90
Heated front seats32
Heating37
Heating and air conditioning35
Home Safe lighting25
Hood53
I
IC system10
Ignition switch26
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)40
Instruments18,19
Integrated booster cushion11
ISOFIX fasteners12
J
Jack86
Jack (sedan)57
Jump starting72
K
Keyless entry system41
Keylock65
Keys40,41
Kick -down67
L
Label information108
Locks42
Long distance trips75
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Lubrication113
Luggage strap (V40)56
Lumbar support47,48
M
Maintenance service109
Malfunction indicator lamp23
Manual transmission fluid122
Manually closing the sun roof100
Mirrors - rear/side view50
O
Occupant safety16
Octane rating63
Oil - engine115
Oil pressure warning light22
Opening the trunk from the inside S4046
P
Paint touchup102
Parking brake32
Parking brake reminder light22
PCV system110
Polishing104
Power seats48
Power steering fluid116,122
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING72,119
R
Radio tuning modes - changing142
Rear fog light24
Rear suspension124
Rear waste bin34
Refueling63
Remote control (central locking system)41
Remote keyless entry system41
Replacing bulbs90, 92, 93, 94
Replacing fuses95
Replacing number plate lighting - V4094
Reporting safety defects16
Road assistance128
Roadholding59
Roof rails/racks59
S
Safety defects - reporting16
Safety locks - child49
Seat belt maintenance16
Seat belts2,3
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the vehicle and others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.
Octane rating, see page 63
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 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 117
.
3 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the MAX mark. Top up if necessary with ATF fluid. See
page 116
.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx. 2 US qts.
(1.9 liters). See page 114
.
5 Oil filler cap
6 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 116
.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Tire pressure, see label located on inside of fuel filler door.
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