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
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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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