2004 VOLVO V4 manual transmission

depressing the selector knob permits shifting freely between all positions.
Kick-down
Automatic shift to a lower gear (kick-down) is achieved by depressing the accelerator pedal fully and briskly. An
upshift will be achieved when approaching the top speed for a particular gear or by releasing the accelerator pedal
slightly. Kick -down can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds. Avoid using the kick-
down function during the break-in period (first 1,200 miles of vehicle operation).
Transmission Lamp
If the indicator lamp (see page 21 item 18
) begins to flash, this is an indication of a fault in the automatic transmission.
The Check Engine Lamp will also light up if a fault is detected. If the transmission does not shift properly, place the
gear selector in position L. Please contact your Volvo retailer if this occurs.

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Special Spare
The spare tire in your car is called a "Special Spare". It has the following designation: 125/90 R15 96M.
Recommended tire pressure (see the bottom line of the decal on the fuel filler door) should be maintained irrespective
of which position on the car the Special Spare tire is used.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.
CAUTION: The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that
came with the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Special Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a punctured
tire. In other words, it must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire. Roadholding, etc., may be affected
with the "Special Spare" in use. Do not, therefore, exceed 50 mph (80 km/h).
CAUTION: We recommend that you switch the DSA system off whenever you use the "Special Spare" tire that does
not match the diameter of your other tires. See page 30
.

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Get all the passengers to move to a safe place outside the car.
Close all doors.
Block the wheels remaining on the ground with wooden blocks, stones or something similar.
With the car still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel lugs 1/2 - 1 turn. Position the lug wrench so
that you apply force in a downward direction. Never lift up on the lug wrench to loosen or tighten lugs.
Turn the bolts counterclockwise to loosen. If necessary, press down on the lug wrench with your foot to loosen the
lugs.
CAUTION:
The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came
with the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
pg. 88 Wheel changing
Attaching the jack
There are two jack attachment points located on each side of the car. These attachment points are marked by arrows on
the outside of the cover over the bottom sill (see illustration).
Check that the doors are closed and stay closed all the time the car is jacked up.
Position the jack under the two notches closest to the wheel to be changed.
Attach the crank to the jack (A).
Attach the lug wrench (B) to the crank.
Raise the jack by cranking it clockwise. Be sure the jack engages the attachment point correctly.
The base of the jack must be flat on a level, firm, non-slippery surface. Before raising the car, check that the
jack is still correctly positioned in the attachment point.
Raise the car 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.
WARNING!
The jack must be correctly placed in the jack attachment.
Installing the wheel
Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub.
Lift the wheel and place it on the hub.
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Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg. 121 Specifications
Specifications
This chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical specifications of your car. Oil/fluids specifications
122
Engine specifications123
Cooling/fuel/distributor ignition systems124
Front/rear suspensions124
Transmission, Capacities, Vehicle loading125
Electrical system/bulbs126
Dimensions/weights127
Volvo On Call roadside assistance128
pg. 122 Oil/fluid specifications
Oil quality
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Oil additives must not be used
Viscosity (stable ambient temperatures):
Capacity (incl. filter): 5.7
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Engine oilQuality: Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including
ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and SJ/Energy Conserving.
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
liter)
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)
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multipoint fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 1-3-4-2
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
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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.
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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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