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Spark plugs: Champion RC8PYP or equivalent
Spark plug gap: 0.0315" (0.80 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.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
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 a car at curb weight (without passengers or cargo).
Toe-in measured on the wheel rims: 1.4 mm +/- 0.2 mm
Toe-in measured on tire sides: 2.0 mm +/- 0.4 mm
Rear suspension
Multilink individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 2.6 mm +/- 0.8 mm
pg. 125 Specifications
Power transmission
Automatic transmission: AW 55-50
5-speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraulic torque converter with a lockup function;
planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location. Overdrive.
Final drive ratio 2.44:1
Reduction ratios
1st gear 4.77:1
2nd gear 3.00:1
3rd gear 1.96:1
4th gear 1.32:1
5th gear 1.02:1
Reverse 3.23:1
Capacities
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)
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NEWS Station - press the menu knob to set the current station as the selected NEWS station.
SETTINGS - the following 10 settings can be made (default settings are underlined):
1. AF ON
/OFF (Automatic Frequency update) - the AF function ensures that the strongest available transmitter for a
program is selected.
2. REG LOCK/ SWITCH
(Regional radio program) - a local radio station can broadcast on several frequencies and it
can broadcast the same or different programs at the same time on different frequencies. If the same program is
transmitted, then the SWITCH setting is preferable for the best reception while driving. If each frequency (of the same
local radio station) has its own program then the LOCK setting is preferable to enable the radio lock on the current
frequency. In this situation, if SWITCH is selected, the radio will select the frequency with the best audio sound,
which results in the radio switching between different local programs.
3. ASC ON
/OFF (Active Sound Control) - the ASC function automatically adjusts the volume to the speed of the car.
4. ASC LOW/ MID
/HIGH
5. SRC ON/ OFF
(Signal Reception
Control) - use this function to activate/deactivate the function that reduces the noise in poor reception conditions. The
function is most effective when the radio is in FM mode.
6. SRC LOW/ MID
/HIGH
7. PTY LANGUAGE - choose the language to be used in the display: English
/German/Swedish/French.
8. TP SEARCH ON/ OFF
- When this function is activated together with TP, the radio will search and tune to any
station with Traffic Program.
9. BACK and SAVE - saves settings that have been made and exits to the SETTINGS menu, Level 2.
10. BACK without SAVE - exits to the SETTINGS menu, Level 2.
SET TO DEFAULT - this alternative sets all RADIO settings to their default values.
pg. 142 RDS
Radio Data System
The Volvo HU -555 is designed for the digital information system RDS (Radio Data System).
RDS features automatic programming and instant traffic information and it broadens the possibilities for program
choices. The transmitter broadcasts information about the program. This information is represented by a data code,
which identifies the program, irrespective of which frequency the information is transmitted.
This means that the driver does not have to change the frequency if he wants to continue listening to the same
program. Every station/program has a specific identification which the radio searches for.
The RDS radio can also receive traffic information. This is transmitted with a special signal which cuts through any
normal radio transmission, or CD play back and is always heard at its own adjustable volume.
PTY (Program Type) information, which is an extension of the RDS system, is also transmitted in certain areas.
There are a number of other features in the RDS -system, such as time control signals, alarms etc.
pg. 143 Compact disc care
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S40 & V40
INDEX
pg. 145 - 147 Index
A
ABS 23
,73
Adjustable steering wheel34
Air conditioning37
Air distribution36
Air filter - engine110
Air vents35
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm43
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)23,73
Antifreeze75,117
Ashtrays33
Audio system HU -555130
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
Bulb failure warning22
Bulbs126
C
Cabin air filter35
Capacities125
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