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pg. 132 Fuel/emissions systems
Fuel system
The fuel system continually compensates for variation in engine load, sp\
eed and temperature. A mass air
flow sensor continuously measures the inducted air and makes rapid adjus\
tments for changes in air
temperature and density, to balance fuel economy, emissions, and engine \
power requirements.
Heated oxygen sensor
This is an emission control system designed to reduce emissions and impr\
ove fuel economy. The heated
oxygen sensor monitors the composition of the exhaust gases leaving the \
engine. The exhaust gas
analysis is fed into an electronic module. This adjusts the air/fuel rat\
io to improve combustion and
reduce the three major pollutants (hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and o\
xides of nitrogen (NOx)) via a
three-way catalytic converter.
Crankcase ventilation
The engine is provided with positive crankcase ventilation which prevent\
s crankcase gases from being
released into the atmosphere. Instead, the crankcase gases are routed to\
the intake manifold and
cylinders.
PremAir®
On the surface of the radiator in the engine compartment, there is a spe\
cial coating called PremAir®.
PremAir® works as a catalytic converter, converting most of the ozone\
passing through the radiator into
oxygen, thereby reducing harmful ground-level ozone.
Evaporative control system
The car is equipped with an evaporative control system, which prevents g\
asoline vapor from being
released into the atmosphere.
The system consists of a fuel tank with filler pipe and cap, two rollove\
r valves, a Fill Limit Vent Valve
(FLVV), vapor vent lines, a charcoal canister, a purge line, and a pur\
ge control valve and engine
connections. In addition, there is a pressure sensor connected to the fu\
el tank and a filter-protected
Canister Close Valve (CCV) on the atmospheric side of the canister, fo\
r system diagnosis.
The gasoline vapor is channeled through the rollover valves and the FLVV\
via the vapor vent lines into
the charcoal canister, where it is stored. When the engine is started, t\
he gasoline vapor is drawn from the
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Fuel filter
The fuel filter should be replaced at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at\
120,000 miles (193,000 km) for
the 2.5T engine on AWD models. The filter is replaced as a complete unit\
. Replace more frequently if
contaminated fuel is introduced into the tank, or if there is reason to \
suspect that this has occurred.
Fuel system, including filler cap, tank and lines and
connections
The ability of the fuel system to contain hydrocarbons depends upon a le\
ak-free system. Inspect fuel
lines every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Check for proper sealing of the \
fuel filler cap which contains "O"
ring seals.
NOTE: If the fuel filler cap is not closed tightly or if the engine is running\
when the car is refueled, the
Check Engine light (Malfunction indicator) may indicate a fault. Howev\
er, your vehicle's performance
will not be affected. Use only Volvo original or approved fuel filler ca\
ps.
Timing belt
For proper functioning of the engine and its emission control systems, t\
he timing belt and belt tensioner
must be replaced every 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at 120,000 miles \
(193,000 km) for the 2.5T
engine on AWD models. Engine damage will occur if the belt fails.
PCV system
(on turbocharged models)
The nipple in the intake manifold and the filter at the end of the PCV h\
ose in the air cleaner should be
inspected and cleaned at 105,000 miles (168,000 km) or at 120,000 mile\
s (193,000 km) for the 2.5T
engine on AWD models, and again at 150,000 miles (240,000 km).
Spark plugs
The spark plugs should be replaced every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) unde\
r normal driving conditions.
City driving or fast highway driving may necessitate replacement sooner.\
Under normal driving conditions, spark plugs require no maintenance betw\
een replacement intervals.
When installing new plugs, be sure to use the right type and to tighten \
them correctly. When changing
the plugs, clean the terminals and rubber seals. Also check that the sup\
pressor connectors are in good
condition. Cracked or damaged connectors should be replaced.
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recommends use of oil with a quality rating equal to or higher than ILSA\
C GF-2. Equivalent and better
oils include ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy conserving. Lower qua\
lity oils may not offer the
same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo Cars recommends Castrol.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide \
superior fuel economy and
engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on pr\
emium or synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
NOTE: Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal mainten\
ance services. This oil is
only used at customer request, at additional charge. Please consult your\
Volvo retailer.
Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Operation in temperate climates
Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when t\
emperatures do not exceed 86 °F
(30°C), SAE 5W/30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protect\
ion. See the viscosity chart
below.
Operation in hot climates
When temperatures exceed 86 °F (30°C) in your area, Volvo recomm\
ends, for the protection of your
engine, that you use a heavier weight oil, such as SAE 10W/30. See the v\
iscosity chart below.
Extreme engine operation
Synthetic oils meeting SAE 10W/30 and complying with oil quality require\
ments are recommended for
driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when\
towing a trailer over long
distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Changing oil and oil filter
Oil and oil filter changes should be made at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) in\
tervals.
The API Service Symbol
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Emissions systems 132
Engine - specifications
147
Engine - starting
87, 88
Engine air filter
134
Engine compartment
136
Engine oil
105, 137, 138
Extension of cargo compartment
63
Exterior courtesy lights
76
Exterior features - overview
25
Extra seat
73
F
Fog light - rear
29, 35
Fog lights - front
35
Folding passenger's seat backrest
57
Folding table
62
Four-C active chassis system
31, 95
Front airbags - SRS
4 - 7
Front airbags - SRS - warning light
28
Front courtesy lights - replacing
126
Front fog lights
35
Front fog lights - replacing
125
Front reading lights
74
Front seats - adjusting
56
Front seats - heated
38
Front seats - manual adjustment
58
Front suspension
149
Fuel
84
Fuel filler cap
86
Fuel filter
134
Fuel gauge
27
Fuel requirements
84
Fuel system
132, 134, 149
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