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VOLVO S80
Chapter 8 - Maintenance/Servicing
pg. 113 Maintenance/Servicing
Fuses114
Replacing bulbs119
Paint touch up126
Washing the car127
Cleaning the upholstery129
Maintenance service, Warranty130
Fuel/emissions systems131
Drive belt, Coolant132
Emissions maintenance133
Washer fluid, Hoisting the car134
Opening the hood, Engine compartment135
Engine oil136
Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs138
Replacing the battery139
Battery maintenance140
Replacing wiper blades141
pg. 114 Fuses
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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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Trailer towing..........89
Trailer weight - maximum..........145
Transmission - automatic..........77, 81, 82
Transmission fluid (automatic)..........147
Trip computer..........32
Trip odometer..........27
Trunk - opening from the inside..........65
Trunk - unlocking with master key..........65
Trunk lights - replacing..........124
Turn signal bulbs (front)..........120
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Unlocking the trunk with key..........65
Upholstery - cleaning..........129
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Vanity mirror lights - replacing..........122
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)..........144
Vehicle loading..........148
Ventilation..........46
Ventilation hose, battery ........139
Volumes (oils and fluids) ........147
Volvo On Call..........150
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Warning lights..........28, 29
Warranty..........130
Washer fluid reservoir..........134
Washer fluid solvent..........93
Washing the car..........127 - 129
Water repellent glass..........128
Waxing..........128
Weight distribution..........85
Weights..........145
Wheels - changing..........110, 111
Wheels and tires..........98 - 111
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)..........12
Windows - electrically operated..........41
Windshield washer solvent ........ 93
Windshield wiper blades - replacing..........141
Windshield wipers/washers..........37
Winter driving..........93
Winter/Wet driving mode..........77, 79, 81
Wiper blades - replacing..........141
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the vehicle and others sharing the roadway. Avoiding distractions is part of that responsibility.
The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See
page 93.
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 138.
3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 132.
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 136.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 138.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 72.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front door.
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