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Temporary Spare
The temporary spare tire is for temporary, low-speed, short-distance use only. Replace it with a full-sized tire as soon
as possible, in accordance with "Tire Rotation" above. Do not drive on the temporary spare at speeds above 50 m.p.h.
(80km/h) or for distances greater than 50 miles (80 km).
Never install snow chains on a temporary spare.
pg. 95 Driving economy
Economical driving conserves natural resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the speed of
your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Observe the following rules:
Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator
pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold engine uses more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
Whenever possible, avoid using the car for driving short distances. This does not allow the engine to reach normal
operating temperature.
Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
Do not exceed posted speed limits.
Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the car.
Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and also fuel consumption.
Avoid using automatic transmission kickdown feature unless necessary.
Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the conditioner's compressor places an
additional load on the engine. However, at higher driving speeds, fuel consumption will be lower with the air
conditioning on and the windows closed than with the air conditioning off and the windows open.
Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you learn how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are:
Dirty air cleaner
Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
Dragging brakes
Incorrect front end alignment Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard
Maintenance Service intervals.
NOTE: Vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions should use (D)rive as often as possible and avoid using
"kick -down" to help improve fuel economy. Vehicles equipped with manual transmissions should use fifth gear at
highway speeds. At other times, choose the highest gear that still allows smooth acceleration.
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your car has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel has to be
turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good stability and reduces the risk
of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load. The heavier the load on the rear of
the vehicle (e.g., heavily loaded (max. 220 lbs, 100 kg) cargo area or when towing a trailer, the less the tendency to
understeer.
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Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg. 115 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses116
Replacing bulbs120
Paint touch up126
Washing the car127
Cleaning the upholstery128
Maintenance service, Warranty129
Fuel/emissions systems130
Drive belt, Air pump system, Coolant131
Emissions maintenance132
Washer fluid reservoir, Hoisting the car133
Opening the hood, Engine compartment134
Engine oil135
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs137
Battery maintenance138
Replacing wiper blades140
pg. 116 Fuses
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LocationAmperage
1 Low beam headlights 15A
2 High beam headlights 20A
3 Power driver's seat 30A
4 Power passenger's seat 30A
5 -
6 -
7 Heated seat - front left (option) 15A
8 Heated seat - front right (option) 15A
9 ABS/STC/DSTC 5A
10 -
11 -
12 Headlight wipers (certain models) 15A
13 Electric socket 12 V 15A
14 Power passenger's seat 5A
15 Audio system, VNS 5A
16 Audio system 20A
17 Audio amplifier 30A
18 Front fog lights 15A
19 VNS display 10A
20 -
21 Automatic transmission, shiftlock, extended D2 feed 10A
22 Direction indicators 20A
23 Headlight switch module, climate control system, onboard diagnostic connector, steering wheel lever
modules 5A
24 Relay for extended D1 feed: climate control system, power driver's seat, driver's info 10A
25 Ignition switch, relay starter motor, SRS, engine control module 10A
26 Climate control system blower 30A
27 -
28 Electronic module - courtesy lighting 10A
29 -
30 Left front/rear parking lights 7.5A
31 Right front/rear parking lights, license plate lights 7.5A
32 Central electrical module, vanity mirror lighting, power steering,
glove compartment light, interior courtesy lighting 10A
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Type: Positive pressure, closed system. The thermostat begins to open at 194 °F (90 °C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Power steering fluid
ATF fluid
Volume: 0.95 US qts (0.9 liters)
Brake fluid
DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433
Volume: 0.64 US qts (0.6 liters)
Climate control system - refrigerant (R 134a)
Oil: PAG
Volume: 2.2 lbs (1,000 g) R134a
Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Volume (fuel tank): 18.5 US gals (70 liters) or 19 US gals (72 liters) on models equipped with All Wheel Drive.
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 147 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 1-2-4-5-3
Electronic ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: Champion RC8PYP 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 ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to prevent injury.
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Always turn the ignition off when:
Replacing ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
Do not touch any part of the ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in a shock and bodily
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.
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 148 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors. Grounded on chassis.
Battery
Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/115 min reserve capacity.
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: max. current: 140 A
Starter motor:
Output: 1.7 kW
Bulbs
Bulb US no. Power Socket
Headlights
- High beam HB3 60W -
- Low beam H7 55W -
Front parking lights 5W W2.1x9.5d
Front direction indicators (yellow) 21 W BAU 15d Front fog lights H1 55 W -
Rear direction indicators (yellow) 21W BAU 15 s Tail lights 67 5W BA 15 s
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INDEX
pg. 171 - 174 Index
A
ABS 19
ABS - warning light29
Accessory lights31
Adjusting the steering wheel35
Advanced User Mode (AUM) - radio159
Air conditioning48 - 51
Air filter - engine132
Air pump system131
Air vents46
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm80, 81
Alarm - "panic" function80
All Wheel Drive
- general information94
- using snow chains109
ALR/ELR14
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)19
Anti-lock Brake System - warning light29
Antifreeze104, 131
Approach lighting76
Armrest (center) - 3-section rear seat65
Ashtray39, 59
Audio systems151
- cassette deck162
- CD player160
- HU -613 - overview152
- HU -803 - overview153
- specifications165
AUM (Advanced User Mode) - radio159
Automatic car washing128
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Headlight bulbs - replacing120
Headlight wiper blades - replacing140
Headlights34
Heated front seats38
Heated rear window38
Heated sideview mirrors38
Heating48-51
Hoisting the car133
Holder for grocery bags67
Home Safe System76
HomeLink®167-169
Hood - opening134
I
Ignition switch35
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)76, 87
Indicator lights28, 29
Inflatable curtain (IC)9
Instrument illumination34
Instrument panel27
Instruments26
Integrated booster cushion12
Interior Air Quality system51
Interior features - overview24
Interior lighting74
J
Jack72
, 112
Jump starting103
K
Key - removing from ignition switch87
Keyless entry system77, 78
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries78
Keylock87
Keys76
Kickdown91, 92
L
Label information142
License plate lights - replacing124
Lifting the car133
Lights - accessory31
Load carriers97
Locking and unlocking the car76
Locking steering wheel35
Long distance trip105
Long loads57
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M
Maintenance schedule129
Malfunction indicator lamp29
Manual climate control with air conditioning52-54
Manual transmission89, 145
Memory function - front seats56
Mirrors41
Mirrors, sideview - memory function41
N
Net - cargo69
Nylon cargo net69
O
Occupant safety17
Octane rating84
Odometer27
Oil - engine104, 135, 136
Oil pressure warning light28
Opening the hood134
P
Paint touch-up126
Panic function (alarm)80
Parking brake39
Parking brake reminder light28
Parking lights34
Passenger's seat backrest - folding57
PCV system132
Pen holder61
Polishing128
Power seats56
Power steering fluid137
Power windows40
R
Radio151
Rain sensor - windshield wipers37
Reading lights - front/rear74
Rear fog light29, 34
Rear reading lights74
Rear seat backrest66
Rear window - heated38
Rearview mirror41
Refrigerant47
Refueling86
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors system41
Remote control - keyless entry system77
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