2004 VOLVO XC90 suspension

2004 VOLVO XC90
Leveling
If your vehicle is equipped with automatic levelling, the rear suspensio\
n always retains the correct ride
height regardless of the load. When the vehicle is stationary, the rear \
suspension lowers, which is
normal.
pg. 103 Starting and driving
Detachable trailer hitch - installing/removing

A-ball holder, B-locking bolt, C-cotter pin, D-hitch assembly
Installing the ball holder
1. If necessary, remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt and slide t\
he locking bolt out of the hitch
assembly.
2. Slide the ball holder into the hitch assembly.
3. Align the hole in the ball holder with the one in the hitch assembly.\

4. Slide the locking bolt through the hitch assembly/ball holder.
5. Insert the cotter pin in the hole at the end of the locking bolt.
Removing the ball holder
1. Remove the cotter pin from the locking bolt and slide the locking bol\
t out of the ball holder/hitch
assembly.
2. Pull the ball holder out of the hitch assembly.
NOTE: A cover for the hitch assembly can be purchased from your Volvo retailer\
.
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2004 VOLVO XC90
CAUTION
The vehicle must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or wi\
th a spare tire other than the
one that came with the vehicle. The use of different size wheels can ser\
iously damage your vehicle's
transmission.
pg. 109 Wheels and tires
Snow chains
Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions:
l Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo app\
roved snow chains.
l If accessory, aftermarket or "custom" tires and wheels are installed and\
are of a size different than the
original tires and wheels, chains in some cases CANNOT be used. Sufficie\
nt clearances between chains
and brakes, suspension and body components must be maintained.
l Some strap-on type chains will interfere with brake components and there\
fore CANNOT be used.
l All Wheel Drive models: Snow chains should only be installed on the front wheels. Only chains
adapted for AWD models should be used.
NOTE: Consult your Volvo retailer for additional snow chain information.
CAUTION
- Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before instal\
ling. Always follow the chain
manufacturer's installation instructions carefully. Install chains as ti\
ghtly as possible and retighten
periodically.
- Never exceed the chain manufacturer's specified maximum speed limit. (\
Under no circumstances
should you exceed 31 mph 50 km/h)
- Avoid bumps, holes or sharp turns when driving with snow chains.
- The handling of the vehicle can be adversely affected when driving wit\
h chains. Avoid fast or sharp
turns as well as locked wheel braking.
Snow tires, studded tires*
Tires for winter use:
Owners who live in or regularly commute through areas with sustained per\
iods of snow or icy driving
conditions are strongly advised to fit suitable winter tires to help ret\
ain the highest degree of traction.
It is important to install winter tires on all four wheels to help retai\
n traction during cornering, braking,
and accelerating. Failure to do so could reduce traction to an unsafe le\
vel or adversely affect handling.
Do not mix tires of different design as this could also negatively affec\
t overall tire road grip.
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2004 VOLVO XC90
2 0 0 4
VOLVO XC90
Specifications

pg. 147 Specifications
Label information148
Dimensions and weights149
Capacities151
Lubricants152
Cooling system152
Suspension152
Electrical system154
Bulbs155
Engine specifications, Transmission156
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 148 Specifications
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2004 VOLVO XC90
Different types of oil should never be mixed.
Power steering
Grade: ATF
Brake fluid
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F (280°C), P/N 9437433
Cooling system
Type Positive pressure, closed system.
Coolant Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
Volume 5-cyl. turbo 9.3 US qts. (8.8 liters)
6-cyl. turbo 11.2 US qts (10.6 liters)
The thermostat begins to open at 194°F (90°C).
Suspension
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double \
link arms and track rods.
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.
pg. 153 Specifications
Three-way catalytic converter cautions
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2004 VOLVO XC90
Engine oil 129
Engine oil, capacity
152
Engine specifications
157
Engne oil - checking
130
Environment
iii
F
Fader
165
Federal Clean Air Act
124
FIX NEXT SERVICE
28
Floor mats
62
Fog lamp
27
Folding sideview mirrors
42
Front seat - backrest
55
Front seats
54
Front seats - heated
35
Front seats - manual adjustment
54
Front seats - power
56
Front suspension
153
Fuel
ii, 84
Fuel filler cap
ii, 86
Fuel filler door
ii, 86
Fuel filler door - unlocking
31
Fuel filler door - unlocking manually
32
Fuel Formulations
85
Fuel gauge
24
Fuel tank, capacity
152
Fuses
145
G
Gasoline
84
Geartronic
91
Geartronic - kickdown
92
Geartronic - manual shifting
92
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2004 VOLVO XC90
Parking brake 27, 38
Parking lamps
31
Parking lights
31
Polishing
119
Power seat
56
Power steering fluid
130
Power moonroof
43
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
102, 136
R
Radiator
128
Rain sensor
34
Rain sensor - windshield wipers
34
Reading lamps
61
Rear fog lamps
31
Rear seat air condition
29
Rear suspension
153
Rear window defroster
35
Rearview mirror/door mirrors
42
Recirculation
50
REDUCE SPEED
28
Refrigerant (A/C system)
46
Refueling
84, 86
Remote control - central locking system
75
Reporting safety defects
21
Reverse warning system
29
Roadholding
90
Roll Stability Control (RSC)
97
S
Safety
1
Safety defects - reporting
21
Seat belt
2
Seat belt maintenance
21
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Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) - warning light 27
Suspension
153, 155
Switches in the center console
29
T
Tachometer
24
Tailgate - locking/unlocking
78
Tailgate - opening
39
Temperature
49
Temperature gauge
24
Temporary spare tires
112
Text window - messages
28
Three-way catalytic converter
154
TIME FOR REGULAR SERVICE
28
Tire economy
110
Tire economy - improving
110
Tire Rotation
112
Tires
110
Tires - tread wear indicators
113
Towing
100
Towing - cars with All Wheel Drive
101
Towing a trailer
103
Trailer indicator lamp
27
Trailer towing
103
Transmission - Geartronic
91
Treble
165
Trip computer
36
Trip odometer
24
Turn signals - normal turns
33
Type designations
150
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading
114, 117
Unlocking
77
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