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.
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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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Seat belts3-5, 21
- use during pregnancy4
Seat belts - cleaning151
Seats - front58, 59
Securing cargo71
Self supporting run flat tires125
Servicing157
Shiftlock91, 94, 96
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)12
Side windows - laminated39
Sideview mirrors43
Sideview mirrors - heated40
Sideview mirrors - memory function43
Snow chains130
Snow tires130
Spare tire75, 131
Spark plugs171
Speed -sensitive power steering101
Sport chassis mode99
Sport mode (automatic transmission)97
SRS8
SRS system components - inspecting14
SRS warning light29
Stability Traction Control (STC)115, 116
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)80, 91
Starting the engine91, 92
Steel grid72
Steering wheel adjustment36
Steering wheel lock36
Stop and Store bag68
Storage compartments61, 62
Storage in the glove compartment63
Storing wheels and tires118
Studded tires130
Subwoofer75, 179
Supplemental Restraint System5, 29
Suspension171
Switches in center console31
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Tachometer27
Tailgate - driving when open102
Tailgate - locking/unlocking83
Tailgate wiper blade - replacing164
Tailgate wiper/washer39
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