1985 Volvo 740 GL, GLE, Turbo
Rear axle
Quality
API-GL-5 (MIL-L-2105
B or C) SAE 90 or
80W/90
Capacity
1.7 US qts. (1.6
liters)
Power steering
Quality
ATF
Capacity
0.7 US qts. (0.7
liter)
Brake fluid
Brake fluid type DOT 4
Capacity
0.43 US qts. (0.4
liter)
NOTE:
SAE 15 W/40 oil is recommended for use in severe driving conditions which involve high oil
temperatures or excessive oil consumption e.g. mountain driving with frequent deceleration, or high-
speed driving. Note, however, the higher temperature range of 15W/40 oil.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 108 Specifications
740 GL,GLE
(B230F engine)
Liquid-cooled, gasoline, 4-cylinder inline engine. Cast-iron cylinder block with cylinders bored directly
in block. Aluminum-alloy cylinder head with single overhead camshaft and separate intake and outlet
channels. Engine lubrication is provided by a gear pump driven from the crankshaft. Full-flow type oil
filter. Exhaust emission control accomplished by fuel injection, Lambda-sond
TM
system and catalytic
converter.
Type designation
Volvo B230F
Output (SAE J 1349)
114 hp at 5400 rpm (85 kW at 90 rps)
Max. torque (SAE J 1349)
136 ft. lbs. (185 Nm) at 2750 rpm
Number of cylinders
4
Bore
3.78" (96 mm)
Stroke
3.15" (80 mm)
Displacement
2.32 Liters
Compression ratio
9.5:1
Valve clearance, cold engine
0.014-0.016"
inlet and exhaust
(0.35-0.40 mm)
Valve clearance, warm engine
0.016-0.018"
inlet and exhaust
(0.40-0.45 mm)
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