2004 VOLVO S80 tires

temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a minimum level of performance that all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
pg. 98 Changing wheels
Insert flat end of lug wrench and turn/pull straight out
Changing wheels
The spare wheel is located under the carpet on the trunk floor. The jack and crank are secured in the wheel recess.
There are two jack attachment points on each side of the car.
To change a wheel:
Engage the parking brake.
Put the gear selector in (P)ark.
Remove the wheel cap (where applicable) using the lug wrench in the tool bag.
With the car still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel bolts 1/2 1 turn by exerting downward
pressure. Turn the bolts counterclockwise to loosen.
Loosen wheel bolts
Position the jack on the bar in the attachment ( A in the illustration below) and crank while simultaneously guiding
the base of the jack to the ground. The base of the jack must be flat on a level, firm, non-slippery surface. Before
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raising the car, check that the jack is still correctly positioned in the attachment.
Raise the vehicle until the wheel to be changed is lifted off the ground.
Unscrew the wheel bolts completely and carefully remove the wheel so as not to damage the thread on the studs.
Attaching the jack
NOTE: To avoid excessive wear and the necessity of rebalancing, mark and reinstall wheels in the same location and
position as before removal. To lessen the chance of imbalance, each wheel hub is equipped with a guide stud to ensure
that a removed wheel can be reinstalled in its original position (as when changing over to winter tires/wheels).
pg. 99 Changing wheels
Correct tightening order for wheel bolts
Installing the wheel
Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub.
Lift the wheel and place it on the hub. Make sure that you align the wheel with the guide stud on the wheel hub prior
to installation.
Install the wheel bolts and tighten handtight. use the lug wrench, tighten crosswise(see illustration above) until all
bolts are snug.
Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the bolts crosswise to 100 ft. lbs. (136 Nm).
Install the wheel cap (where applicable).
WARNING!
The jack must correctly engage the bar in the jack attachment (A). The car's weight must not rest on the jack
attachment (B). See illustration on page 98
.
Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack.
Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel. For any other job, use stands to support the side of the
car being worked on.
Apply the parking brake and put the gear selector in the (P)ark position.
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Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 15-3-6-2-4
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: B 6284 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.
Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 1.9 mm +/ 1.9 mm
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 and lists vehicle design limits. Do not load
your car beyond the load limits indicated.
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 prior notice.
pg. 135 Electrical system
Bulbs Bulb US no.Power Socket
Headlights
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Safety defects - reporting..........11
Safety locks - child..........67
Seat belt maintenance..........11
Seat belts..........2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning..........115
Seats - front..........52
Servicing..........119, 120
Shiftlock..........73, 74, 76
Side direction indicator - replacing..........111
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)..........8
Side marker lights - replacing..........111
Sideview mirrors..........40
Sideview mirrors - heated..........37
Sideview mirrors - memory function..........40
Snow chains..........95
Snow tires..........95
Spare tire.......... 57, 96
Spark plugs..........119, 134
Specifications..........132
Speed -sensitive power steering..........811
SRS..........6
SRS diagnostic system..........26
Stability Traction Control (STC)..........17, 29
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..........60, 73
Starting the engine..........73
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 36
Steering wheel lock..........36
Storage compartment in center console..........56
Storage compartments..........55/a>
Studded tires..........95
Sun blinds..........42
Supplemental Restraint System..........4, 26
Suspension..........134
Switches in center console ........ 29
T
Tachometer..........25
Tail light bulbs - replacing ........ 108
Temperature gauge..........25
Temporary spare tire..........96
Text window..........28
Three-way catalytic converters..........91
Timing belt..........119
Tire pressure..........96
Tires..........81, 94 - 97
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Tires - changing..........98, 99
Tool bag..........57
Towing a trailer..........85
Towing eyelet..........83
Towing the car..........83, 84
Trailer towing..........85
Trailer weight - maximum..........131
Transmission - automatic..........74 - 79
Transmission - specifications..........132
Transmission fluid (automatic)..........133
Trip computer..........30
Trip odometer..........25
Trunk - opening from the inside..........63
Trunk - unlocking with master key..........63
Trunk lights - replacing..........111
Trunk lock switch..........29
Turn signals..........35
U
Uniform tire quality grading..........97
Unlocking the trunk with key..........63
Upholstery - cleaning..........115
V
Vanity mirror lights - replacing..........109
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)..........130
Vehicle loading..........134
Ventilation..........44
Volumes (oils and fluids) ........133
Volvo On Call..........136
W
Warning light - center..........26
Warning lights..........26, 27
Warranty..........116
Washer fluid reservoir..........120
Washer fluid solvent..........89
Washing the car..........114, 115
Waxing..........115
Weight distribution..........81
Weights..........131
Wheels - changing..........98, 99
Wheels and tires..........94 - 99
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)..........10
Windows - electrically operated..........39
Windshield washer solvent ........ 89
Windshield wiper blades - replacing..........127
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Windshield wipers/washers..........35
Winter driving..........89
Winter tires..........95
Winter/Wet driving mode..........75, 77, 89
Wiper blades - replacing..........127

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