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1987 Volvo 760

Reverse gear
The detent collar on the gear lever must be lifted prior to engaging reverse gear. This prevents
unintentional selection of the gear.

pg. 49 Automatic transmission

Shift positions
P park
R reverse
N neutral
D drive
2 intermediate
1 low

P (Park)
Use this position when parked with the engine running or stopped.
Never use P while car is in motion.

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Summary of Contents for 1987 760

Page 1: ... care Service and routine maintenance Specifications Index All information illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication Volvo reserves the right lo make model changes at any time or to change specifications or design without notice and without incurring obligation pg 2 This manual deals with the operation...

Page 2: ...the engine compartment For further information regarding these regulations please contact your dealer pg 3 Seatbelts Something We Believe In Despite our strongest recommendation and your best intentions not wearing a seatbelt is like believing it ll never happen to me Volvo urges you and all adult occupants of your car to wear seatbelts and ensure that children are properly restrained using an inf...

Page 3: ...es among model versions and market requirements thus you may find features described and or pictured in this manual that do not appear on your car Should you require more detailed information with regard to adjustments or repairs please contact your Volvo dealer pg 5 Keys file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_00 htm 3 of 4 12 30 2006 7 55 27 AM ...

Page 4: ... ring and kept in a safe place the back of the tag is coated with adhesive tape In the event the original keys are lost duplicates may be ordered from your Volvo dealer The central locking system is described in detail in section Doors and locks Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_00 htm 4 of 4 12 30 2006 7 55 27 AM ...

Page 5: ...hes and controls pg 6 Instruments Switches and controls pg 7 Instruments Switches and controls 1 Air louver 22 2 Headlights parking lights 17 3 Turn signals Cruise Control 14 16 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_01 htm 1 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 28 AM ...

Page 6: ...r fog lamps 18 18 Front fog lamps 18 19 Radio antenna 18 20 Space for additional equipment 21 Air louver 22 22 Starting ignition switch steering wheel lock 13 23 Electrically operated sunroof 27 24 Side view mirror and rear window demister 19 25 Horn 26 Electrically heated driver s seat 19 The pages in this section provide detailed descriptions of the vehicle s instruments and controls Note that v...

Page 7: ...nts Quartz crystal clock To reset the hands push in the reset knob and turn Tachometer Reads thousands of engine rpm Red striped range for momentary use only during acceleration Engine should not be operated in red range Maximum continuous rpm is 6000 The turbo engine is equipped with an rpm limiter system at engine speeds above approx 6200 rpm excessive misfiring will occur Trip odometer Used for...

Page 8: ... Counterclockwise dimmer Voltmeter turbo engine cars only The voltmeter indicates the voltage in the electrical system and thereby also the state of the battery While the car is being driven the pointer should be within the black field Should the pointer point to the upper or lower red field when driving this may indicate some fault in the electrical system Boost pressure gauge turbo engine cars o...

Page 9: ...g in the washer fluid reservoir 16 4th gear overdrive disengaged Automatic transmission or Shift indicator light manual transmission see Instruments 17 Fasten seat belts 18 Not connected When the ignition key is turned on and before the engine starts all of the warning lights should be on to test the function of the bulbs Should a light not go off after the engine has started the system indicated ...

Page 10: ...er hard driving the light will come on occasionally when the engine is idling This is normal provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased Bulb failure warning light The light will come on if any of the following bulbs are defective one of the low beam headlights one of the tail lights one of the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed Check the fuse and bulb See sections titled R...

Page 11: ...lvo car Studies have shown that the best fuel economy is obtained by shifting gears at low engine rpm and high relative engine load The Volvo S I L is calibrated to show you when to shift for improved mileage without sacrificing smooth acceleration Use of the S I L is simple Shift to the next higher gear as soon as the light comes on You may find after using the S I L for some time that your natur...

Page 12: ...heel lock might be under tension when the car is parked Turn the steering wheel slightly to free the ignition key A chime will sound if the starting key is left in the ignition lock and the front door on the driver s side is opened file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_01 htm 8 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 28 AM ...

Page 13: ...released 2 Signal lever engaged for normal turns NOTE Defective turn signal bulb will cause turn signal indicator and remaining signal lights to flash more rapidly than normal 3 High beam low beam switch headlights on Move the lever towards the steering wheel and release it 3 Headlight flasher headlights off Move the lever towards the steering wheel The headlight high beam will be on until the lev...

Page 14: ... Windshield Tailgate wipers washers Wiper washer 1 Intermittent wiper With switch in this position the wipers will sweep approximately every seventh second 2 Single sweep position Switch returns automatically when released 3 Wipers low speed 4 Wipers high speed 5 Windshield wiper washer The wiper will make 2 3 complete sweeps after the lever is released file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_01 htm...

Page 15: ...he electrical circuit is protected by fuse 14 located in the central electrical unit See the section entitled Fuses Adjusting washer nozzles The washer jets should spray the windshield as shown Use the edge of a small screwdriver to adjust the nozzles if necessary Washer fluid reservoir The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and holds approx 0 5 US gal 2 0 liters on sedan ...

Page 16: ...ed NOTE The vehicle will accelerate very quickly should there be a substantial speed differential when the switch is reset to RESUME It is therefore recommended that the vehicle be accelerated manually and the switch reset to RESUME when the speed differential is reduced Acceleration Momentary acceleration such as for passing does not interrupt cruise control operation The previously selected spee...

Page 17: ...cruise control and prevent overreving the engine Note When driving on a grade actual vehicle speed may vary slightly from the set cruise control speed pg 17 Lighting Headlights and position lights All lights off Parking lights on Headlights and parking lights are on if starting ignition switch is in position I or II If the headlight switch is in position all lights will go out when starting igniti...

Page 18: ...hts are considerably brighter than the normal tail lights and should be used only when atmospheric conditions such as fog rain snow smoke or dust reduce the daytime or nighttime visibility of other vehicles to less than 500 ft 152 meters The low beam headlights must be switched on Note that local regulations governing the use of these lights may vary Front fog lights The front fog lights can be sw...

Page 19: ...front seats Rear window demister electrically heated side view mirrors Depress the switch to start heating of rear window and side mirrors Both orange control lights in the switch will illuminate A timer switches off the side mirror heating after approx 6 minutes and the rear window demister after 12 minutes The control lights go out correspondingly Depressing the switch while any control light is...

Page 20: ...ting by depressing the right side of the switch es or disengage the heating by placing the switch es in the middle position Note A weight sensing switch automatically disengages the passenger seat maximum seat heating when the seat is not occupied pg 20 Parking brake Cigarette lighter Ash trays Parking brake hand brake The lever is situated between the front seats The brake is applied to the rear ...

Page 21: ...epress the knob fully When the knob automatically releases the cigarette lighter is ready for use The starting ignition switch must be switched on to position I or II for the cigarette lighter to function Ash trays To remove the ash trays depress the center spring and remove pg 21 Electrically operated windows file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_01 htm 17 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 28 AM ...

Page 22: ...f the switch is pressed WARNING Remove the starting ignition key when children are left Unattended in the vehicle Cut out switch for electrically operated rear door windows If the car is equipped with rear door power windows this function can be disabled by a switch located on the driver s door armrest This switch is positioned 90 in relation to the other switches The rear door windows can be rais...

Page 23: ...tic climate control Depending on which function you select warm or cold air is distributed to the different parts of the passenger compartment An additional driver s louver is located beneath the steering column and can be adjusted upwards or downwards or can be closed as desired Air louvers dash A Open B Closed C Directing air flow horizontally D Directing air flow vertically file K ownersdocs 19...

Page 24: ...peed Automatic control at air distribution Air to floor and panel louvers Automatic control of fan speed Air supplied from panel louvers is slightly colder than air released at foot level Note Apart from the position the fan only operates when the temperature of the engine coolant is above 95 F 35 C or the passenger compartment temperature is above 64 F 18 C How to select The easiest way to obtain...

Page 25: ...ontrols and indicators For complete operating instructions maintenance guidelines and specifications please consult your Audio Cassette Tuner Instruction Booklet The Booklet also contains information on radio reception and the radio antenna Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_01 htm 21 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 29 AM ...

Page 26: ...ght sun roof 27 Front seats 28 Child safety 29 Seat belts 30 Doors and locks 31 Trunk long load storage 34 Hood 35 Passenger compartment storage spaces 36 Station wagon tailgate storage spaces 37 Folding rear seat wagon 39 Cargo space lighting spare tire jack wagon 41 pg 26 Rear side view mirrors Make up mirror file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 1 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 27: ...w mirrors The control switches are located in the driver s door armrest A Adjustment sideways B Adjustment up down Note The mirrors are electrically heated see Rear window demister Never use ice scrapers made of metal as they can easily scratch the mirror surface file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 2 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 28: ...erior light sun roof Interior light 1 Light always on 2 Light always off 3 Light is on when either of the front or the rear doors are opened A time delay device keeps the interior light illuminated for approx 12 seconds after closing the driver s door This facilitates finding starting ignition switch etc at night file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 3 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 29: ... the switch To close the sun roof depress the side of the rocker switch opposite the side used to open the roof Note In case of a sunroof malfunction see Emergency sun roof operation pg 28 Front seats Height adjustment Passenger seat The front part of the seat can be adjusted to three different levels and the rear part to four using the control lever on the side of the seat Lever forward front hei...

Page 30: ...ncluding children Remember that regardless of age and size a child should always be properly restrained in a car Holding a child in your arms is NOT a suitable substitute for a child restraint system In an accident a child held in a person s arms can be crushed between the vehicle s interior and an unrestrained person The child could also be injured by striking the interior or by being ejected fro...

Page 31: ...orized Volvo dealer for top tether anchorage and installation information When a child has outgrown the child safety seat approximately age 4 5 years depending on size you should use the rear seat with the standard seat belt fastened The best way to protect the child here is to place the child on a cushion so that the seat shoulder belt is properly located on the hips A specially designed and test...

Page 32: ...acceleration if the vehicle is leaning excessively when driving in turns In order for the seat belt to provide maximum protection in the event of an accident it must be worn correctly When wearing remember the belt should not be twisted or turned the lap belt must be positioned low not pressing against the abdomen Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up into its retractor and that the should...

Page 33: ...e much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching they should be replaced after any collision even though they may appear to be undamaged Never repair the belt on your own but have this done by an authorized Volvo dealer only Maintenance Check periodically that the anchor bolts are secure and that the belts are in good condition Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning Check seat belt...

Page 34: ...s means the lock on the driver s door controls the locks on the other doors including the trunk or on wagon models the tailgate automatically If the driver s door is locked or unlocked from the outside using the key the other doors will be locked or unlocked automatically To lock unlock the car by using the lock button on the inside of the driver s door push pull to lock unlock all the doors Check...

Page 35: ...ar of the doors come on when a door is opened To avoid battery drain when the doors are opened for prolonged periods these lights can be switched off by pushing in and turning the door light switches slightly clockwise When the door is closed the switch will return to its normal position pg 33 Child safety locks Trunk lid sedan Child safety locks The buttons are located on the rear door jambs A Th...

Page 36: ...k You can also operate the trunk lock directly with the owner s key even if the vehicle is centrally locked Withdraw key in vertical position The trunk lock can also be disconnected from the central locking system by turning the key counterclockwise as shown below The trunk is now always locked This option can be used if for example you lend your car to somebody If you give only the service key to...

Page 37: ... Light always off B Light is on when trunk lid is opened WARNING When braking rapidly the load could be displaced and cause injury to occupants Sharp edges on the load should be covered for protection It is essential that the load be secured safely Use belts locked around the folded down armrest see illustration file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 12 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 38: ...ne and apply the parking brake Place automatic transmission gear shift selector in position P Park This will prevent accidental movement of the gear shift selector to position D Drive pg 35 Hood Engine compartment light To open the hood Pull the release handle located under the left side of the dash Lift the hood slightly insert a hand under the center line of the hood and depress the safety catch...

Page 39: ...can be opened to the vertical position The catches will return to their normal positions when the hood is closed Take care in low roof garages Engine compartment light A the light is always off B the light comes on when the hood is opened pg 36 Storage spaces file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 14 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 40: ...urn the key clockwise and allow it to spring back To lock turn the key counter clockwise and allow it to spring back Note The tailgate is also unlocked and locked at the same time as the driver s door file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 15 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 41: ... handle to the left and push outwards Child safety lock The tailgate incorporates a safety catch which is located to the side of the lock A the tailgate functions normally B the tailgate cannot be opened from the inside pg 38 Concealed storage bins Tool box wagon file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 16 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 42: ...s There are 3 storage bins under the floor of the cargo space the largest bin can be locked with a key Tool box The tool box can be released by turning the catch file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 17 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 43: ...ear head restraints must be removed before the rear seat back can be folded down This is done by grasping the restraint and lifting straight up Place a hand on the rear of the seat cushion lift the release lever on the seat cushion and swing the cushion up and toward the back of the front seats Move the backrest release lever upwards and fold the backrest forward file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87...

Page 44: ... etc from being thrown about and possibly injuring passengers in the event of sudden maneuvers rapid braking or an accident pg 40 Removing seat cushions Securing cargo wagon Removing seat cushions The seat cushion can be easily removed to provide a slightly larger cargo storage area To remove Lift the seat cushion part way and remove the retaining pins with a twisting motion Do not fold the seat c...

Page 45: ...cure cargo Hard and sharp articles could otherwise damage the front seat backrest and or cause injury to passengers in the event of rapid braking or a collision Securing cargo As a safety precaution the cargo space is equipped with six eyelets to which straps can be attached to secure luggage Suitable straps can be purchased from your Volvo dealer WARNING The eyelets are not to be used as passenge...

Page 46: ...is opened 2 The light is always OFF 3 The light is always ON Spare tire and jack The spare tire and the jack are located beneath the floor mat in the large storage bin Always secure the spare tire and the jack to prevent them from rattling Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_02 htm 21 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 30 AM ...

Page 47: ...rting and driving contains items such as starting the engine operating gear selector towing trailers Break in period 44 Fuel requirements Refueling 45 Economical driving 46 Starting the engine 47 Transmission 48 Points to remember 53 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_03 htm 1 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 32 AM ...

Page 48: ... km Manual transmission Do not exceed following speeds First 600 miles 1 000 km 600 1 200 miles 1 000 2 000 km Gear mph km h mph km h First 18 30 25 40 Second 30 50 45 70 Third 50 80 60 100 Fourth 70 110 80 130 Overdrive 80 130 90 150 These are the maximum speeds recommended by the factory Note that legislation in different countries and states can stipulate maximum speeds other than those given h...

Page 49: ...ure whether there is alcohol in the gasoline you buy check with the service station operator Blends of unleaded gasoline and ethanol ethyl alcohol grain alcohol sometimes called gasohol are available in some areas Gasohol if used must contain no more than 10 percent ethanol and must have an R M 2 rating of 87 or higher If you experience problems with starting driveability or fuel economy with gaso...

Page 50: ...ng Do not exceed speed limit Avoid carrying unnecessary items extra load in the car Check tire pressure regularly check when tires are cold Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended Note that roof racks ski racks etc increase air resistance and thereby fuel consumption Turbo try to keep the boost pressure gauge in the black range Utilize overdrive at speeds above approx 45 mph 70 km h...

Page 51: ...ng procedure Experience shows that engines in vehicles driven short distances are subject to abnormally rapid wear because the engine never reaches normal operating temperature It is therefore beneficial to reach normal operating temperature as soon as possible This is best achieved by driving with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for a few minutes after starting Turbo caution Never race the ...

Page 52: ...switch on top of the gear shift lever The overdrive is automatically disengaged when downshifting from 4th gear but you should always disengage the overdrive manually before downshifting To improve mileage it is recommended to use the overdrive as much as possible at speeds above 45 mph 70 km h The green control light 5 on the dashboard lights when the overdrive is engaged See Shift indicator ligh...

Page 53: ...nts unintentional selection of the gear pg 49 Automatic transmission Shift positions P park R reverse N neutral D drive 2 intermediate 1 low P Park Use this position when parked with the engine running or stopped Never use P while car is in motion file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_03 htm 7 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 32 AM ...

Page 54: ... downshift of first two gears low and intermediate occur automatically No upshift to 3rd gear occurs Position 2 may be used to obtain forced downshift to 2nd gear for increased engine braking effect Position 2 can also be used for relatively slow highway driving for stop and go city driving when driving on mountain roads where precise speed control is desirable for passing 1 low position If positi...

Page 55: ...r knob thus permits shifting freely between all positions 4th gear disengagement The 4th gear is engaged automatically after the transmission has shifted through 1st 2nd and 3rd gears at certain speeds and loads By pressing in the button on the side of the selector lever 4th gear can be disengaged thus providing a three speed transmission As a reminder the light on the dashboard glows By pressing ...

Page 56: ...automatic transmission 1 Fasten the seat belts 2 Apply the parking brake or the brake pedal to hold the car to prevent the car from moving when the gear selector is moved 3 Select position P or N Engine cannot be started in any other position 4 Start the engine by turning the starting ignition key 5 Select desired gear The gear engages after a slight delay especially noticeable when selecting R En...

Page 57: ...by switching off the air conditioning system for a short time Do not let the engine idle unnecessarily for prolonged periods Do not stop the engine immediately after high speed driving but instead allow the engine to idle for 1 2 1 minute before switching off Do not mount auxiliary lamps in front of the grill When the risk of overheating is imminent or in the event of overheating the temperature g...

Page 58: ...member Weight distribution affects handling At the specified curb weight your car has a tendency to understeer which means that the steering wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend This ensures good stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid Remember that these properties can alter with the vehicle load The heavier the load in the trunk the less t...

Page 59: ...must be unlocked Please check with state and local authorities before attempting this type of towing as vehicles being towed are subject to regulations regarding maximum towing speed length and type of towing device lighting etc Remember that power brake and power steering assists will not be available when engine is inoperative Brake pedal pressure required is 3 4 times above normal and greater s...

Page 60: ...g information pg 57 Jump starting CAUTION Improper hook up of jumper cables or use of other than 12 volt batteries could result in damage to equipment and or battery Check that cars are not touching to prevent premature completion of negative circuit file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_03 htm 14 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 32 AM ...

Page 61: ...lush affected area immediately with water Obtain medical attention immediately if eyes are affected pg 58 Catalytic Converter Catalytic Converter Cautions Keep your engine properly tuned Certain engine malfunctions particularly involving the electrical fuel or ignition systems may cause unusually high converter temperatures Do not continue to operate your vehicle if you detect engine misfire notic...

Page 62: ...r to shop for check repair of brake system Fluid level between MIN and MAX mark proceed with extreme caution to a Volvo dealer for an inspection of the brake system If the brake power assist does not function The power assist to the brakes functions only when the engine is running When the car is moving without the engine running the brake pedal pressure required to stop the car is increased by 3 ...

Page 63: ...which meets Federal Safety Standards for rear end collisions FMVSS 301 75 For trailer weights exceeding 2000 lbs 908 kgs use only a trailer hitch offered as a Genuine Volvo Accessory Note Models with automatic transmission are equipped with a transmission oil cooler as standard equipment This cooler helps prevent overheating of the transmission during times of increased load as when towing a trail...

Page 64: ...More frequent vehicle maintenance is required Remove the ball and drawbar assembly when the hitch is not being used Note Refer to section entitled Automatic transmission for additional trailer hauling tips pg 61 Winter driving Cold weather precautions If you wish to check your car before the approach of cold weather the following advice is worth noting Make sure that the engine coolant contains at...

Page 65: ...stances Your Dealer will also be able to supply you with bulbs fuses spark plugs and wiper blades for your use in the event that problems occur A list of all authorized Volvo dealers in the U S and Canada is available If you prefer to check the car yourself please note the following Check that engine runs smoothly and that fuel consumption is normal Check engine oil coolant levels and for possible...

Page 66: ...d to use your car for a long time The following points may be of use if you do not intend to use your car or a long time e g because of a long holiday winter etc Fill fuel tank to prevent water from condensing inside the tank Wash the car carefully and wax it to protect the paint don t forget the chromed parts The vehicle should be left in a dry well ventilated garage Do not apply the hand brake B...

Page 67: ...eze also provides resistance against corrosion Remove all valuables and lock the car Check the battery voltage at least every 6 weeks Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_03 htm 21 of 21 12 30 2006 7 55 32 AM ...

Page 68: ... and riding comfort of the vehicle is dependent on the inflation pressure and the type of tires fitted Read the following pages carefully General 66 Tread wear indicators 67 Inflation pressures 68 pg 66 Wheels and tires file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_04 htm 1 of 4 12 30 2006 7 55 32 AM ...

Page 69: ...lacing tires be sure that the new tires are the same designation type radial and preferably from the same manufacturer on all four wheels Otherwise there is a risk of altering the road holding and handling characteristics Note When storing wheel tire assemblies e g winter tires wheels either stand the assemblies upright or suspend them the ground Laying wheel tire assemblies on their sides prolong...

Page 70: ...ur wheels Consult your local dealer Do not mix tires of different design as this could negatively affect overall tire road grip especially during slippery road conditions Studded tires should be run in 300 600 miles 500 1000 km during which the car should be driven as smoothly as possible to give the studs the opportunity to seat properly in the tires The car tires should have the same rotational ...

Page 71: ...o specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire information label located on the rear facing side on the right front door This label lists both tire and vehicle design limits Do not load your car beyond the load limits Indicated Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_04 htm 4 of 4 12 30 2006 7 55 32 AM ...

Page 72: ...the possibility that something might go wrong and prevent you from driving such as a punctured tire blown fuse or bulb Special spare tire 70 Changing a wheel 71 Replacing bulbs 73 Replacing fuses 80 Replacing wiper blades 83 Road Assistance 83 Troubleshooting 84 pg 70 Spare tire file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_05 htm 1 of 20 12 30 2006 7 55 33 AM ...

Page 73: ...on 155R15 Tire pressure must be 40 psi 280 kPa irrespective of load or in which position the wheel is placed In the event of damage to this tire a new one can be purchased from your Volvo dealer pg 71 Wheel changing Changing a wheel The spare wheel is located in the trunk beneath the carpet The jack is attached to the rear of the trunk and the toolbox is located to the right Before using the jack ...

Page 74: ... as before removal To lessen the chance of imbalance each wheel hub is equipped with guide stud to ensure that a removed wheel can be reinstalled in original position as when changing over to winter tires wheels pg 72 Wheel changing There is a jack attachment adjacent to each wheel location Hang the jack from the attachment as shown in the illustration and crank while simultaneously guiding the ba...

Page 75: ...o installation Install the wheel nuts clockwise and tighten lightly The bevelled side of the nuts should face the wheel Lower the vehicle to the ground and alternately tighten the nuts to 63 ft lbs 85 Nm Install the wheel cap Some models have a hub cap that extends to the wheel rim The valve symbol on the inside of the hub cap should be installed toward the valve pg 73 Replacing bulbs NOTE The met...

Page 76: ...e rim slightly and remove it forwards 3 Remove the Phillips screws and rim Lift out the headlamp unit 4 Disconnect the socket contact Installation is done by reversing the procedure Check headlight alignment pg 74 Replacing bulbs file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_05 htm 5 of 20 12 30 2006 7 55 33 AM ...

Page 77: ...ew bulb and install the bulb holder Note One of the tabs on the bulb holder is slightly wider than the other two 5 Turn the bulb holder clockwise to secure it Check the bulb function Note It may be necessary to remove the washer fluid reservoir fill tube in order to gain access to the bulb holder pg 75 Replacing bulbs Replacing tail light bulbs sedan models All tail lamp bulbs are replaced from in...

Page 78: ... 21 Ba 15s 1073 4 Rear fog lamp 32 21 Ba 15s 1073 5 Tail light 4 5 Ba 15s 67 6 Tail light brake light 32 3 21 5 BAY 15d 1157 For high mounted brake light specification see specifications section pg 76 Replacing bulbs Replacing tail light bulbs wagon models Turn off the lights Remove the cover with a screw driver Rotate the bulb holder about 1 2 1 cm counterclockwise and remove the holder from the ...

Page 79: ...clockwise Check that the bulb lights Re install cluster cover Light Wattage Socket Fog light 21W BA15s Back up lights 21W BA15s Turn signals 21W BA15s Brake light and tail light 21 5W BAY15d Reflector For high mounted brake light specification see specifications section pg 77 Replacing bulbs file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_05 htm 8 of 20 12 30 2006 7 55 33 AM ...

Page 80: ...s the catch with a screwdriver and remove the light assembly Lift it out to remove Replace the bulb Light Power Socket Trunk light 10 W SV8 5 License plate light sedan models Slide the bulb housing backwards until it is released from the front edge Pull out the lamp housing and replace the bulb Insert the front edge of the lamp housing and press up the rear edge by hand file K ownersdocs 1987 1987...

Page 81: ...ousing Depress the bulb and rotate it counter clockwise Remove the bulb Install a new bulb and re install light housing High level brake light To remove Turn off ignition Depress catch with a screwdriver 4 door models Pull the cover upwards to remove it Wagons Grasp the cover with both hands and pull it Towards you file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_05 htm 10 of 20 12 30 2006 7 55 33 AM ...

Page 82: ...gn the catches and press the cover into position pg 79 Replacing bulbs Interior light and reading lights Take hold of the front section of the light as shown and pull straight down Replace the blown bulb and check operation Before reinstating the bulb housing Light Power Socket Interior light 10 W SV8 5 reading light 5 W W2 1 x 9 5d 5 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_05 htm 11 of 20 12 30 200...

Page 83: ...amp Withdraw the bulb and fit a new one Door warning lamps All doors are equipped with red warning lamps To replace a bulb insert a screwdriver as shown in picture and gently turn it to remove the lens Withdraw the bulb replace it and re insert the lens pg 80 Fog lights Fuses file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_05 htm 12 of 20 12 30 2006 7 55 33 AM ...

Page 84: ...ement A blown fuse is indicated by the failure of all the units protected by it and it is caused by overloading the circuits The fuses and relays are located in the central electrical unit behind the ashtray in the center console To obtain access to the central electrical unit Remove the ashtray Pull out and depress the tongue Press up the section marked electrical fuses press and remove the unit ...

Page 85: ...up 3 Pull out the fuse from the tool and push in a new fuse in the same way 4 Push in the fuse in the fusebox with the tool 5 Slide the tool out The fuses are removed by pulling them straight out If they are defective the metal wire is broken When fitting a new fuse be certain to use one with the same amperage and color as the one removed see top of fuse Spare fuses are located on each side of the...

Page 86: ...of 4th gear on automatic transmission AW 71 15 13 Spare 15 14 Electrically operated side view mirrors cigarette lighter radio rear wiper wagon 15 15 Horn windshield wash wipe 25 16 Heater blower air conditioning 30 17 High beam left 15 18 High beam right extra lights 15 19 Low beam left 15 20 Low beam right 15 21 LH parking lights front and rear license plate light lighting for ash tray heater con...

Page 87: ...r reasons of safety you should change the windshield wiper blades as soon as they start to leave marks on the windshield or fail to wipe efficiently and cleanly The wiper blades can be cleaned by using a stiff bristle brush and warm soapy water Your 1987 Volvo comes with a three year road assistance program named ON CALL Additional information features and benefits are described in a separate info...

Page 88: ...ss Open circuit between starting ignition switch and starting ignition switch terminal on starter The circuit is closed if a clicking sound is heard from the starter when it is engaged If no clicking sound is heard check that the blue wire at the starter is secure If still no clicking sound is heard the starting ignition switch or the wire is defective Starter motor defective If the above checks h...

Page 89: ... idle misfiring Possible cause Correction Intake system leaking Check vacuum hose connections at manifold and auxiliary air valve Spark plugs high tension leads or distributor cap worn detective Clean distributor cap and leads check the cap for cracks Replace defective or worn parts Worn spark plugs Remove Clean or replace spark plugs Condition Engine stalls at irregular intervals Possible cause C...

Page 90: ...eration Emergency power seat operation Emergency sun roof operation If because of an electrical fault e g a blown fuse it is not possible to operate the sun roof electrically then it is possible to operate it manually First using a Phillips head screwdriver remove the two screws that secure the sun roof motor cover to the headliner Then using a screwdriver depress the white plastic clutch pin in t...

Page 91: ... key supplied with the tool kit 1 To adjust backrest rake Insert key in the small hole in the side casing And turn to alter rake as desired 2 Fore aft position adjustment Release the clips that secure the mat to the bottom of the seat push mat to the side Insert key in tube until it seats then turn to reposition seat Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_05 htm 20 of 20 12 30 ...

Page 92: ...of air pollution rain and mud The rustproofing compound under the car should be checked regularly and if necessary damaged areas should be repaired The paintwork should also be touched up immediately if damaged to prevent rust formation Cleaning the upholstery 90 Rustproofing 91 Paintwork damage 93 Washing the car 95 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_06 htm 1 of 9 12 30 2006 7 55 34 AM ...

Page 93: ...he floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly especially during the winter when they should be taken out for drying Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent Bear in mind Take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the coloring can spread Use solvents sparingly Too much solvent can damage the seat padding Start from the outside of the stain and...

Page 94: ...ofing inspection and touching up Your Volvo was carefully and thoroughly rustproofed at the factory The underbody and wheelhousings were sprayed with a thick durable rustproofing compound and the beams internal cavities and end sections were sprayed with a low viscous penetrating rustproofing agent There are two very effective methods of maintaining this protection Keep your car clean Clean the un...

Page 95: ...otected by a transparent wax based rustproofing compound The compound withstands normal washings without detonation Mineral based solvents will however dissolve the compound especially so if they contain emulgators In such cases the wax protection should be renewed pg 93 Paint touch up Paint touch up Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting Make it a habit to check the finish reg...

Page 96: ...leaned and dry and have a surface temperature above 60 F 15 C Scars on the surface where the paint has not been completely penetrated Repairs can be made directly after light scraping to remove dirt Deep scars down to the bare metal 1 Scrape or sand the damaged surface lightly and break the edges of the scar Apply the rust remover Avoid contact with eyes and skin Wait a few minutes and then rinse ...

Page 97: ...Sand paper H 150 300 grit Thinner NOTE When touching up the car it should be well cleaned and dry and have a temperature exceeding 60 F 15 C Mask with tape and paper prior to painting larger surfaces Remove the masking immediately after application of the last paint coat before the paint starts to dry Touching up is as follows 1 Remove paint flakes 2 Sand the damaged surface and wash it clean with...

Page 98: ... with a drainage separator Dry the car with a clean chamois and remember to clean the drain holes in the doors and rocker panels Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car has been washed After washing lubricate the electrically operated antenna mast with a cloth soaked in oil A stiff bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to clean the wiper blades Frequent cle...

Page 99: ...ine dislodging them You should also lower the antenna Use automatic washers with clean brushes only We recommend that you do not wash your car in an automatic wash during the first six months because the paint will not have hardened sufficiently Bear in mind that an automatic wash is never as good as a manual wash Polishing and waxing Normally polishing is not required during the first year after ...

Page 100: ...ularly important if you drive on gravel roads or on roads where salt is used during the winter After the car has been washed apply wax or an anti rust preparation Stains on chrome trim can be removed with commercially available chrome cleaner Do not use abrasive compounds or steel wool Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_06 htm 9 of 9 12 30 2006 7 55 34 AM ...

Page 101: ...le value Maintenance schedule 99 Volvo service 101 Engine compartment 102 Engine oil 104 Exhaust Emission Service 106 Transmission fluid 112 Rear axle oil 112 Power steering fluid brake fluid 114 Lubrication body 115 Coolant 116 Drive belts 117 pg 98 Volvo Service pg 99 Servicing 1987 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 760 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_07 htm 1 of 16 12 30 2006 7 55 36 AM ...

Page 102: ... Catalytic Converter Mounting Bolts A Automatic Transmission Fluid I I I I R I I I R I I I R Manual Transmission Fluid R I I I I I I I I I I I I Rear Axle Oil R I I I I I I I I I I I I Timing Gear Belt2 760 Turbo only A R 1 See section in Owner s Manual for Engine Oil for detailed information 2 Not included in emissions systems maintenance but we recommend that the timing gear belt be replaced eve...

Page 103: ...lishing Cleaning Rust protection pg 101 Maintenance service MAINTENANCE Maintenance services Your Volvo has passed two major inspections before being delivered to you according to Volvo specifications After being driven 600 1 200 miles 1 000 2 000 km your car should be brought to the Volvo dealer for a service inspection Engine manual transmission and rear axle oils will be changed at this time Fo...

Page 104: ...ponents that control emissions The maintenance instructions listed in the Servicing section of this Manual represent the minimum maintenance required These services are not covered by the warranty You will be required to pay for labor and material used Refer to your Warranty booklet for further details In accordance with Federal Regulations your Volvo is warranted to meet certain Emission Performa...

Page 105: ...Engine oil Checking the oil level The oil level should be checked each time you refuel Be sure the oil level is maintained between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick Low oil level can cause internal damage to the engine and overfilling can result in high oil consumption The distance between the dipstick marks represents approx 1 US qt 1 liter of oil Drain the oil Drain the oil after driving...

Page 106: ...change interval Oil quality Meeting API specification SF Oils with designations SF CC and SF CD comply with these requirements Viscosity stable ambient temperatures Volvo recommends the use of energy conserving oils When using these oils the Volvo recommended oil change intervals must be followed Synthetic or semisynthetic oils may be used if their specifications comply with the oil quality requir...

Page 107: ...ity Valves The valve clearance should be checked and if necessary adjusted every 30 000 miles 50 000 km Air cleaner Replace the air cleaner cartridge with a new one every 30 000 miles 50 000 km The cartridge should be replaced more often when driving under dirty and dusty conditions The filter cannot be cleaned and therefore should always be replaced with a new one Vacuum fittings hoses and connec...

Page 108: ...st unique feature of the system is an air mass meter that measures the mass of the inducted air instead of the volume In this way the system can make instantaneous adjustments for changes in air temperature or density thus always assuring the best economy with the lowest possible exhaust emissions Lambda sondTM oxygen sensor System This is an emission control system designed to reduce emissions an...

Page 109: ...y thus always assuring the best economy with the lowest possible exhaust emissions Lambda sondTM oxygen sensor System This is an emission control system designed to reduce emissions and improve fuel economy An oxygen sensor monitors the composition of the exhaust gases leaving the engine The exhaust gas analysis is fed into an electronic unit This adjusts the air fuel ratio to provide optimum cond...

Page 110: ... 000 miles 50 000 km However city driving or fast highway driving may necessitate changing after 10 000 miles 16 000 km of driving When installing new plugs be sure to fit the right type and use correct torque see Specifications When changing the plugs check that the suppressor connectors are in good condition Cracked or damaged connectors should be replaced When changing spark plugs clean the cab...

Page 111: ...h overdrive M46 Capacity 2 4 US qts 2 3 liters Fluid type Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F or G FLM Note Do not mix ATF and engine oil Replace at 600 1 200 mile 1 000 2 000 km service only The oil level should be up to the filler plug Drain the oil immediately after driving while it is still hot by removing plug Transmission and overdrive are lubricated by the same oil Therefore when the oil is...

Page 112: ...on Fluid type Automatic Transmission Fluid type Dexron IID Replace Every 20 000 miles 32 000 km CAUTION Oil spilled on a hot exhaust pipe constitutes a fire risk A Cold transmission oil temperature 105 F 40 C This is a normal temperature for the transmission after idling for about 10 minutes At oil temperature below 105 F 40 C the level may be below the MIN mark B Warm transmission oil temperature...

Page 113: ...ion operation particularly in very cold weather pg 114 Brake fluid power steering fluid Brake fluid The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks Fluid type DOT 4 Replace every second year or 30 000 miles 50 000 km The brake fluid should be replaced once a year or every 15 000 miles 25 000 km when driving under extremely severe conditions mountain driving hot climate high humidity etc Ch...

Page 114: ...per year pg 116 Cooling system Check coolant level The cooling system must be filled with coolant and not leak to operate at maximum efficiency Check the coolant level when filling fuel The level should be between the Max and Min marks on the expansion tank The check should be made with particular thoroughness when the engine is new or when the cooling system has been drained Do not remove the fil...

Page 115: ...in mark Use a mixture of 50 percent anti freeze summer coolant and 50 percent water all the year round Top up to the Max mark If the engine is warm and you are going to top up coolant unscrew the cap slowly in order to allow any excess pressure to escape NOTE Do not top up with water only Water by itself reduces the rust protective and anti freeze qualities of the coolant and has a lower boiling p...

Page 116: ...all applicable safety and emissions standards as evidenced by the certification label on the right side of the firewall For further information regarding these regulations please consult your Volvo dealer 3 Model Plate Vehicle Identification Number VIN Codes for color and upholstery etc This plate is located on panel above right headlight 4 Loads and Tire Pressures 5 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety S...

Page 117: ...17 2 cu ft 0 49 m3 Cargo capacity wagons with rear seats up 39 3 cu ft 1 1 m3 with rear seats down 74 9 cu ft 2 1 m3 Curb weight sedan 3116 3157 lbs 1413 1432 kg Curb weight wagon 3209 3226 lbs 1455 1463 kg Gross vehicle weight sedan 4010 lbs 1820 kg Gross vehicle weight wagon 4230 lbs 1920 kg Capacity Weight 1000 lbs 455 kg Permissible axle weight front 2050 lbs 930 kg rear sedan 2090 lbs 950 kg ...

Page 118: ... these demands Synthetic or semi synthetic oils may be used if their specifications comply with the above Volvo recommends the use of fuel economy improving oils When using these oils the Volvo recommended oil change intervals must be followed Volvo does not recommend oil additives as they can adversely affect the engine Capacity incl oil filter 760 GLE 6 3 US qts 6 0 liters 760 Turbo 4 0 US qts 3...

Page 119: ...rs Aluminum alloy cylinder head has separate inlet and exhaust passages Single overhead camshafts Engine lubrication is provided by a gear pump driven from crankshaft Full flow type oil filter Exhaust emission control accomplished by fuel injection Lambda sondTM system and catalytic converter Closed crankcase ventilation system and evaporative emission control system Type designation Volvo B280F O...

Page 120: ... rpm 187 ft lbs 253 Nm at 2900 rpm Number of cylinders 4 Bore 3 78 96 mm Stroke 3 15 80 mm Displacement 2 32 litres Compression ratio 8 7 1 Valve clearance cold engine Checking Adjusting inlet 0 014 0 018 0 35 0 45 mm 0 40 0 45 mm exhaust 0 014 0 018 0 35 0 45 mm 0 40 0 45 mm All specifications are subject to change without notice pg 122 Specifications 760 GLE Engine B280F Cooling System Type Posi...

Page 121: ...electronic fuel injection system type LH Jetronic 2 2 Ignition System Firing order 1 3 4 2 Ignition setting 12 B T D C at 900 rpm Spark plugs Volvo P N 271409 5 kit Spark plug gap 0 024 0 028 0 6 0 7 mm Tightening torque 15 22 ft lbs 20 30 Nm Distributor direction of rotation Clockwise Bosch WR 7 DC or equivalent pg 123 Specifications POWER TRANSMISSION Manual or automatic transmission Hypoid type...

Page 122: ...io 3 54 1 mph km h 1st gear 5 0 8 0 2nd gear 9 2 14 8 3rd gear 14 5 23 4 4th gear 19 9 32 1 Overdrive 25 2 40 6 Reverse 5 4 8 7 Front end McPherson type spring and strut suspension Shock absorbers housed in strut casing Rack and pinion steering Safety type steering column The alignment specifications apply to an unladen car but include fuel coolant and spare wheel Toe in measured on the wheel rim ...

Page 123: ... 32 3 cp Bay 15 d 2 Turn signals rear 1073 21 W 32 cp Ba 15 s 2 Tail lights 67 5 W 4 cp Ba 15 s 2 Tail light Brake light 1157 21 5W 32 3 cp BAY 15 d 2 High mounted brake light Volvo P N 968113 20 W Ba 9 s 1 Back up lights 1073 21 W 32 cp Ba 15 s 2 Rear fog lights 1073 21 W 32 cp Ba 15 s 2 The following bulbs may be obtained from your nearest Volvo dealer Lights 12V Power Socket No of bulbs Fog lig...

Page 124: ... N 966326 1 turn signals 1 2 W Volvo P N 966326 2 high beams 1 2 W Volvo P N 966326 1 overdrive 1 2 W Volvo P N 966326 1 engine oil level 1 2 W Volvo P N 966326 1 washer fluid level 1 2 W Volvo P N 966326 1 Lambda sondTM 1 2 W Volvo P N 966326 1 All specifications are subject to change without notice pg 125 Specifications Vehicle Loading The tires on your Volvo will perform to specifications at al...

Page 125: ...andard Tommy bar 2 open end wrenches Capacities 760 GLE 760 Turbo Fuel tank approx 15 8 US gal 15 8 US gal 60 liters 60 liters Cooling System 10 6 US qts 10 US qts 10 liters 9 5 liters Engine at oil change 6 3 US qts 4 0 US qts 6 0 liters 3 85 liters Engine excl oil filter 6 3 US qts 3 5 US qts 6 0 liters 3 35 liters Manual transmission M46 2 4 US qts 2 4 US qts 2 3 liters 2 3 liters Automatic tra...

Page 126: ...nd Wheels 8 Body and Interior A Service Manual Brochure Order Form was placed in the car prior to delivery from the dealer to you Complete ordering information is provided Please note that these manuals may be offered for sale by your Volvo dealer Prices charged by the dealer can vary from those listed in the brochure according to Federal law Additional copies of the Brochure Order Form may be obt...

Page 127: ...mechanic must also have worked in the field for two or more years before a certificate is issued These professional mechanics are fully able to analyze vehicle problems and perform the necessary service procedures to keep your Volvo at peak operating condition Note The above pertains to USA only Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_08 htm 11 of 11 12 30 2006 7 55 38 AM ...

Page 128: ...eatment 91 Ash trays 20 Automatic transmission 49 Automatic transmission oil 113 B Battery 124 Body and chassis 115 Brake fluid 114 Brakes 59 Break in period 44 Bulb failure warning light 10 11 Bulbs 73 124 C Capacities 125 Car care 89 Catalytic converter 58 Chassis number 118 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_09 htm 1 of 9 12 30 2006 7 55 38 AM ...

Page 129: ...drain 116 Cooling system 116 Cruise control 15 D Defroster 23 Demister 19 Diagnosis 84 Dimensions and weights 119 Dipstick 104 Door lock anti freeze 61 Doors and locks 32 Drain plug engine 104 Drain plug rear axle 112 Drive belts 117 Driving economy 46 Driving with trunk lid open 53 E Electrical system 124 Emergency towing pulling 55 Engine number 118 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_09 htm 2...

Page 130: ...el tank cap 45 Fuses 80 G Gas filler cap 45 Gasoline requirements 45 Gear shift positions 48 H Hand Brake 20 Hazard warning flasher 14 Headlight flasher 14 Headlights 17 Headlights replacement 73 Heating 22 23 Hood lock 35 Horn 6 I Ignition and steering wheel lock 13 Instrument lights 8 Instrument and controls 6 Interior light 27 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_09 htm 3 of 9 12 30 2006 7 55 ...

Page 131: ...Maintenance service 97 Manual transmission driving with 48 Manual transmission oil 112 O Odometer 8 Oil change engine 104 105 Oil change rear axle 112 Oil change transmission 112 113 Oil filter 104 105 Oil pressure 11 Overdrive 48 P Paint touch up 93 Parking brake 20 Parking lights 17 Polishing 96 Power steering fluid 114 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_09 htm 4 of 9 12 30 2006 7 55 38 AM ...

Page 132: ... Seat belts 30 Seats 28 Service diagnosis 84 Servicing 97 Shift indicator light 12 Shift positions 48 49 Shop manuals Volvo 126 Snow chains 67 Snow tires 67 Spare wheel 70 Spark plugs 122 Specifications 119 Speedometer 8 Starting engine 47 Starting key 5 Steering wheel lock 13 Storage space 36 Sunroof 27 T Tachometer 8 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_09 htm 5 of 9 12 30 2006 7 55 38 AM ...

Page 133: ...4 Type designations 118 U Upholstery cleaning 90 V Vehicle identification number 118 Vehicle storage 63 Ventilation outlets 22 VIN Vehicle Identification Number 118 W Warning lights 10 Warranty 101 Warranty inspection 101 Washer fluid 15 59 Washer nozzles 15 Washing 95 Waxing 96 Weights 119 What causes rust 91 Wheel alignment 123 file K ownersdocs 1987 1987_760 87760_09 htm 6 of 9 12 30 2006 7 55 ...

Page 134: ...gular A Check without removing the cap that the brake fluid level is above the Min mark Brake fluid DOT 4 B Oil level should be between dipstick marks The distance between the marks represents approx 1 US at 1 liter When necessary add oil of the same type as already used C Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks Mixture 50 percent anti freeze and 50 percent water file K ownersdocs...

Page 135: ...se see pages 80 82 IMPORTANT Change engine oil and oil filter at 5 000 mile 8 000 km intervals See page 104 pg 131 When filling gas always check Fuel Octane rating 91 RON Unleaded 87 R M 2 Canada Unleaded regular A Check without removing the cap that the brake fluid level is above the Min mark Brake fluid DOT 4 B Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks Mixture 50 percent anti free...

Page 136: ...ts and solvents Do not use gasoline containing lead or benzene as a detergent or solvent Both lead and benzene are toxic and may be hazardous to your health WARNING Carbon monoxide is a poisonous colorless and odorless gas which is present in al exhaust gases If you ever smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated and immediately return the vehicle to d...

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