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Washing the car
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Mix according to manufacturer's instructions.
Exterior plastic components
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brakes several times in order to remove any moisture from the
brake linings.
•Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is
warm. This constitutes a fire risk.
Water repellent glass (sideview mirrors/side
windows)–option
Cleaning water repellent glass
•Do not apply wax, degreasing agents, etc. to this glass. This could
damage the coating.
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Opening the hood, Engine compartment
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1. Expansion tank - coolant 7. Brake fluid reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Relay/fuse box
3. Washer fluid reservoir 9. Air cleaner
4. Dipstick - engine oil 10. Battery ( in the cargo
5. Radiator/cooling fan compartment)
6. Oil filler cap - engine
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Engine oil
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Engine oil
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can damage the engine.
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viscosity as already used.
•Never fill oil above the MAX mark. This
could cause an increase in oil consump-
tion.
R-models
R-models are equipped with an oil level
warning system. If the engine oil level
becomes too low, the warning light in the
instrument panel will come on and a warning
will be displayed in the text window.
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Chapter 9 - Specifications
Label information 166
Dimensions and weights 167
Engine specifications 169
Oil/fluid specifications and volumes 170
Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension 171
Electrical system 172
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance 173
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1661 Loads and Tire Pressures
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Engine specifications
Designation: Volvo B 5254 T4
Output 300 hp at 5500 rpm*
(220 kW/92 rps)*
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Oil/fluid specifications and volumes
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