2005 VOLVO S80 suspension

ADDITION TO THESE GRADES
Quality grades can be found, where applicable, on the tire sidewall between the tread should and maximum section
width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
TREADWEAR
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half (1 1/2) times as
well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and many depart significantly from the norm due to variation in driving habits,
service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate.
TRACTION
The traction grades, from highest to lowest, are AA, A, B, and C, as measured under controlled conditions on specified
government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on braking (straight-ahead) traction tests and does not include
cornering (turning) traction.
TEMPERATURE
The temperature grades are AA (the highest), A, B, and C, representing the tire's resistance to the generation of heat
and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive
temperature can lead to sudden tire failure. The grade C corresponds to a minimum level of performance that all
passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher
levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive
speed, under-inflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible
tire failure.
pg. 108 Wheels and tires
Snow chains, snow tire, studded tires
Snow chains
Snow chains can be used on your Volvo with the following restrictions:
• Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only. Use only Volvo approved snow chains.
• 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. Sufficient clearances between chains and brakes, suspension and
body components must be maintained.
• Some strap -on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be used.
• All Wheel Drive models: Snow chains should only be installed on the front wheels. Only chains adapted for AWD
models should be used.
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VOLVO S80
Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg. 143 Specifications
Label information144
Dimensions and weights145
Engine specifications146
Oil/fluid specifications and volumes147
Fuel system, distributor ignition system, suspension148
Electrical system149
On Call Roadside Assistance150
pg. 144 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
side of the driver's door. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo retailer.
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Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Volume (fuel tank): 21.1 US gals (80 liters) on T6 models, or 18 US gal. (68 liters) on the S80 All Wheel Drive and
the S80 2.5T Front Wheel Drive.
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 6 cyl: 4.7 US qts. (4.5 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 148 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
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 5254 T2: Champion RC8PYP 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.
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
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.
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Door step courtesy lights - replacing..........123
Doors and locks..........62
Drive belt..........132
Driving economy..........84
Driving mode indicator..........27
Driving mode W..........77, 79, 81
Driving with trunk open..........85
E
Economical driving..........84
Electrical system..........149
Electrical system - general information..........85
Electrically operated front seats..........54
Electrically operated moonroof..........43
Electrically operated sideview mirrors..........42
Electrically operated windows..........41
Electronic Brake Force Distribution..........19
Electronic Climate Control(ECC)..........47 - 49, 51
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)..........16
Emergency towing..........87, 88
Emergency warning flashers..........39
Emissions systems..........131
Engine - specifications..........146
Engine - starting..........75
Engine air filter..........133
Engine compartment..........135
Engine oil..........93, 136, 137, 147
Exterior courtesy lights..........62
Exterior features - overview..........25
F
Fog light - rear..........29
, 35
Fog lights - front..........34
Folding passenger's seat backrest..........55
Folding rear seat backrests ........60
Four-C (active chassis system).........82
Front airbags - SRS..........4-9
Front airbags - SRS - warning light..........28
Front courtesy lights - replacing..........125
Front fog lights..........34
Front fog lights - replacing ........122
Front reading lights..........56
Front seats - adjusting..........54
Front seats - heated..........39
Front suspension..........148
Fuel..........72, 147
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Parking brake reminder light..........28
Parking lights..........34
Passenger's seat backrest - folding..........55
PCV system..........133
PI (Program Information) Seek..........159
Polishing..........128
Power moonroof..........43
Power seats..........54
Power steering - speed-sensitive..........85
Power steering fluid ........ 138, 147
Power windows..........41
R
Radio..........153, 154
Radio Broadcast Data System - RBDS..........159
Rain sensor - windshield wipers..........37
Reading lights - front/rear ........ 56
Rear door step lights - replacing..........123
Rear fog light..........29, 35
Rear reading lights..........56
Rear seat backrests - folding..........60
Rear suspension..........148
Rear window - heated..........39
Rearview mirror..........42
Refrigerant..........50, 147
Refueling..........74
Remote control - keyless entry system and sideview mirrors..........42
Remote keyless entry system..........63
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries..........64
Remote keyless entry system and the driver's seat..........55
Replacing bulbs..........119-125
Replacing fuses..........114
Replacing the battery..........139
Replacing wiper blades..........141
Reporting safety defects..........13
Road assistance..........150
Roadholding..........85
Roof load - maximum..........145
Roof racks..........86
Run flat tires..........103
S
Safety defects - reporting..........13
Safety locks - child..........69
Seat belt maintenance..........13
Seat belts..........2, 3, 16
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Seat belts - cleaning..........129
Seats - front..........54
Self supporting run flat tires..........103
Servicing..........133, 134
Shiftlock..........75, 76, 78, 80
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)..........10
Side marker lights - replacing..........124
Side turn signals - replacing..........124
Sideview mirrors..........42
Sideview mirrors - heated..........39
Sideview mirrors - memory function..........42
Spare tire.......... 59
Spark plugs..........133, 148
Specifications..........146
Speed -sensitive power steering..........85
SRS..........6
SRS diagnostic system..........28
Stability Traction Control (STC)..........19
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..........62, 75
Starting the engine..........75
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 38
Steering wheel lock..........38
Storage compartment in center console..........58
Storage compartments..........57
Sun blinds..........44
Supplemental Restraint System..........4, 28
Suspension..........148
Switches in center console ........ 31
T
Tachometer..........27
Tail light bulbs - replacing ........ 121
Temperature gauge..........27
Text window..........30
Three-way catalytic converters..........95, 96
Timing belt..........133
Tire inflation..........99
Tire inflation pressures tables..........101
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)..........102
Tires..........85, 98 - 109
Tires - changing..........110, 111
Tool bag..........59
Towing a trailer..........89
Towing eyelet..........87
Towing the car..........87, 88
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