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Rear reading lights
These bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. We recommend t\
hat you let an authorized
Volvo retailer replace these bulbs if necessary.
NOTE: Other bulbs may be difficult for you to replace yourself. Let an authori\
zed Volvo retailer
replace these bulbs if necessary.
Vanity mirror lights
1. Carefully insert a screwdriver and pry out the lens.
2. Pry out the bulb and replace it.
3. Carefully press the lower edge of lens onto the four tabs and press t\
he upper edge of the lens into
place.
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A-To open, press the plastice catches on the rear side of the fuse box c\
over and lift.
Fuse box in the engine compartment
When replacing fuses, be sure to replace a blown fuse with a new one of \
the same color and amperage
(written on the fuse). Fuses in positions marked X are replacement fus\
es.
Fuses in the engine compartment
No. Amperage
1. -
2. Auxiliary lights (accessory) 20A
3. -
4. Oxygen sensors 20A
5. Crankcase ventilation heater, solenoid valves, fuel tank leakage moni\
tor 10A
6. Mass air flow sensor, engine control module, injectors 15A
7. -
8. A/C compressor, accelerator pedal position sensor, E-box fan 10A
9. -
10. -
11. Ignition coils 20A
12. -
13. Windshield wipers 25A
14. ABS 30A
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15. Headlight washers35A
16. -
17. Driver's side low beam 20A
18. Front parking lights 15A
19. ABS 30A
20. Passenger's side low beam 20A
21. Fuel pump 15A
22. Starter motor 35A
23. Engine control module, engine relay 10A
24. -
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Fuses in the passenger compartment
Fuses are located inside the access panel on the edge of the dashboard, \
on the driver's side. There are
also a number of spare fuses. When replacing a blown fuse, be sure to re\
place it with a new one of the
same color and amperage (written on the fuse).
No. Amperage
1. Blower - climate system 30A
2. Audio amplifier 30A
3. Power driver's seat (option) 25A
4. Power passenger's seat (option) 25A
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Fuses (contd)
No. Amperage
1. Heated passenger's seat 15A
2. Heated driver's seat 15A
3. Horn 15A
4. -
5. Audio system 10A
6. -
7. -
8. Alarm siren 5A
9. Brake light switch feed 5A
10. Instrument panel, climate system, power driver's seat, Occupant Weig\
ht Sensor (USA) 10A
11. 12-volt sockets - front and rear seats 15A
12. -
13. -
14. -
15. ABS, STC/DSTC 5A
16. Power steering, Bi-Xenon headlights (option) 10A
17. Driver's side front fog light (option) 7.5A
18. Passenger's side front fog light (option) 7.5A
19. -
20. -
21. Transmission control module 10A
22. Driver's side high beam 10A
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Conserving.
Oil additives must not be used.
Transmission
Oil grade:
JWS 3309
Different types of oil should never be mixed.
Power steering
Grade: Volvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) P/N 1161529 \
or equivalent.
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 9.5 US qts. (9.0 liters)
6-cyl. turbo 11.0 US qts (10.5 liters)
The thermostat begins to open at 194°F (90°C).
pg. 169 Specifications
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. 170 Specifications
Three-way catalytic converter cautions
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Index
pg. 199-203 Index
A
A/C (air conditioning)
54
ABS
ii, 27, 98
Adjustable steering wheel
35
Air bags - dual threshold/stage
5
Air cleaner
140
Air distribution
51, 54
Air Quality sensor
55
Air vents
51
Airbag - Side Impact (SIPS)
12
Alarm
82
All Wheel Drive
96
All Wheel Drive - towing
103
Anchorages, for child seats
21
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
ii, 27
Approach lighting
35
Ashtray
43, 68
Audio system
175
AUTO (climate control)
53
Automatic climate control, ECC
52
Automatic gearbox
91
Automatic Locking Retractor
22
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