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Maintenance and service
pg. 135 Maintenance and service
Volvo service 136
Working on your car138
Hood and engine compartment140
Oils and fluids141
Wiper blades145
Battery146
Replacing bulbs149
Fuses156
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Volvo service
Maintenance service
Volvo advises you to follow the service program outlined in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet.
This maintenance program contains inspections and services necessary for the proper function of your car. The
maintenance services contain several checks which require special instruments and tools and therefore must be
performed by a qualified technician. To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time-tested and proven Genuine
Volvo Parts and Accessories.
The Federal Clean Air Act - U. S.
The Federal Clean Air Act requires vehicle manufacturers to furnish written instructions to the ultimate purchaser to
assure the proper servicing and function of the components that control emissions. These services, which are listed in
the "Warranty and Service Records Information booklet," are not covered by the warranty. You will be required to pay
for labor and material used.
Maintenance services
Your Volvo passed several major inspections before it was delivered to you, in accordance with Volvo specifications.
The maintenance services outlined in the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet, many of which will
positively affect your vehicle's emissions, should be performed as indicated. It is recommended that receipts for
vehicle emission services be retained in case questions arise concerning maintenance.
Inspection and service should also be performed anytime a malfunction is observed or suspected.
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provides more information about maintenance of emission-related components.
Vehicle Event Data
Your vehicle's driving and safety systems employ computers that monitor, and share with each other, information
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Specifications
pg. 161 Specifications
Label information 162
Dimensions and weights163
Capacities165
Lubricants166
Cooling system166
Three way catalytic converter167
Suspension168
Bulbs169
Electrical system170
Engine specifications171
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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Label information
1 Vehicle Emission Control Information
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable emission standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the
underside of the hood. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
2 Vacuum hose routing
(underside of hood)
3 Loads and Tire Pressures
(on inside of fuel filler door): Canadian models only.
4 Model plate
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Codes for color and upholstery, etc. The plate is located in the engine
compartment, on the inside of the left front fender.
5 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) *
The VIN plate is located on the top left surface of the dashboard. The VIN is also stamped on the right hand door
pillar.
6 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications (USA) and Ministry of Transport (CMVSS)
standards (Canada)
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety standards, as evidenced by the certification label on the facing
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TypePositive pressure, closed system.
CoolantVolvo original coolant/antifreeze
Volume 5 cyl. non-turbo
8.5 US qts. (8.0 liters)
5 cyl. turbo
9.3 US qts (8.8 liters)
The thermostat begins to open at 194°F (90° C).
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Three way catalytic converter
Three-way catalytic converter cautions
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical, fuel or
distributor ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter temperatures. Do not continue to
operate your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions, such
as engine overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-
way catalytic converter.
Do not park your car over combustible materials, such as grass or leaves, which can come into contact with the hot
exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and weather conditions.
Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one minute), or an intermittently firing or flooded engine can cause three-
way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating.
Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine, the Electronic Control Module, or the vehicle
may be illegal and can cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating. This includes:
- Altering fuel injection setting or components.
- Altering emission system components or location or removing components.
- Repeated use of leaded fuel.
NOTE: Unleaded fuel is required for cars with three-way catalytic converters.
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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.
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Bulbs
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BulbsTypeSocket
1. High beam H9 65W
2. Low beam H11 55W
3. Bi -Xenon headlight (option) D2R 35W
4. Front foglights H1 55
4. Front foglights (S60 R) H3 55W
5. Front parking lights, front side marker lights, rear footwell lighting, license plate lighting W5WW2.1x9.5d
6. Front/rear turn signals (amber) PY21WBAU15s
7. Side turn signals WY5WW2.1x9.5d
8. Brake lights, backup lights, rear foglight P21WBA15s
9. Rear parking light P21/4WBAZ15d
10. Rear parking light R5WBA15s
10. Rear side marker light R10WBA15s
11. License plate lighting WW5SV8.5
11. Front footwell lighting, cargo area lighting C5WSV8.5
12. Vanity mirror 1.2WSV5.5
WARNING!
Bi -Xenon headlights (option) - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, these bulbs should only be replaced
by an authorized Volvo service technician.
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Electrical system
12-volt system with voltage controlled generator. Single wire system in which the chassis and engine block are used as
conductors, grounded on the chassis.
Battery
Voltage 12 V
Cold start capacity (CCA) 600 A
Reserve capacity (RC) 115 min
If you must replace your battery, be sure to replace it with a battery of the same cold start capacity and reserve
capacity as the original (See the decal on the battery).
Generator max. current 140 A
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Brake circuit98
Brake fluid144
Brake light153
Brake system27 , 98
Bulbs149
C
Capacities165
Capacity weight122
Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning85
Catalytic converter167
Ceiling lighting155
Central locking system - remote control75
Changing coolant139
Changing oil and oil filter141
Changing wheels126
Check Engine warning light29
Child restraint anchorages22
Child safety18
Child safety locks79
Child seat anchors19
Cigarette lighter42
Climate control systems -general information50
Clock26
Coat hanger68
Cold weather precautions110
Coolant143
Coolant - changing139, 143
Coolant - checking level of139
Cooling system166
Courtesy light64
Cruise control40
Curb weight122
Current fuel consumption39
D
Defroster53
Door mirror defroster38
Door mirrors32
Driving economically89
DSTC31
Dual -threshold airbags8
E
ECC52
Economical driving89
Electric socket32 , 42
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Locks73
Long distance trips111
Long loads - carrying70
Low beam bulb150
Lubricants166
M
Maintenance service136
Malfunction indicator light29
Manual climate control with air conditioning56
Manual transmission91
Messages in the display30
Moonroof47
Multifilter with air quality sensor55
O
Occupant safety24
Octane rating84
Odometer26
Oil pressure29
Oil quality141
Oil viscosity141
Opening the trunk from the inside78
Opening/locking the trunk77
P
P Park92
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Paint - color code133
Park assist112
Parking brake29 , 42
Parking light bulb, changing151
Parking lights34
Pen holder68
Permissible axle weight122
Polishing131
Power moonroof47
Power seat62
Power steering fluid144
Power steering, speed sensitive90
PremAiriii
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING104
R
Radiator140
Radio177
Rain sensor - windshield wipers37
Reading lights64
Rear fog lights35
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Trunk - unlocking77
Turn signals, rear153
Turn signals36
Type designations162
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading123
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Unlocking the car77
Unlocking the trunk77
Use of Additives85
V
Valet key74
Vanity mirror65
Vanity mirror bulb, changing155
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)162
Vehicle loading122
Vehicle weights164
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)162
Volvo and the environmentiii
W
W - Winter93
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Warning light, safety systems6
Warning symbol in center of dashboard27
Warranties136
Washer fluid reservoir140 , 143
Washing the car130
Waxing131
Weight distribution90
Weights164
WHIPS16
Windshield washer fluid reservoir143
Windshield wipers37
Winter/Wet driving mode110
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The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See page
143.
2 Power steering- When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark and when hot it must not be above the
HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF fluid. See page 144.
3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 143.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx. 1.6 US qts
(1.5 liters). See page 141.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 144.
Fuel octane rating, see page 84.
Tire pressure, see label located on the inside of the fuel tank cover.
* Engine oil should be check each time the car is refueled.
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