2006 VOLVO V70 fuel cap

Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 1-2-4-5-3
Electronic ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: 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 ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to prevent injury.
Always turn the ignition off when:
Replacing ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
Do not touch any part of the ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in a shock and bodily
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.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 172 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors. Grounded on chassis.
Battery
Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/115 min reserve capacity.
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of
correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
Generator
Rated output: max. current: 140 A
Starter motor:
Output: 1.7 kW
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Extension of cargo compartment65
Exterior courtesy lights80
Exterior features - overview25
Extra seat76
F
Fog lights35
Folding passenger's seat backrest65
Folding front seat backrest60
Folding table64
Four-C active chassis system31, 99
Front airbags6 - 8
Front courtesy lights - replacing146
Front fog lights35
Front park assist (accessory)100
Front reading lights77
Front seat backrest - folding60
Front seats - adjusting58, 59
Front seats - heated40
Front suspension171
Fuel88
Fuel filler cap90
Fuel filler door90
Fuel filler door, unlocking35
Fuel formulations89
Fuel gauge27
Fuel requirements88
Fuel system153, 171
Fuel tank volume170
Fuel/emissions systems153
Fuses136-140
G
Gas cap90
Gasoline88
Gear indicator27
Geartronic (automatic transmission)96, 97
Generator172
Generator warning light28
Glossary of tire terminology127
Glove compartment63
H
Hand brake41
Handgrip - XC7057, 76
Handling101
Hazard warning flashers40
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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 157.
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 161.
3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 154.
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 159.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 161.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 88.
Tire pressure, see label located on the inside of the fuel tank cover.
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