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1993 Volvo 240

pg. 9 Instruments and Controls

No. Item

Page No.

Air louver

Turn signals, cruise control

Headlights, parking lights

Instrument panel rheostat

Rear fog light

Horn

Instrument panel

Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock

Wiper/washer, tailgate window wiper/washer (wagon)

10 Space for optional equipment

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Summary of Contents for 240 1993

Page 1: ...idenced by the certification labels attached to the door opening sheet metal and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment For further information regarding these regulations please contact your dealer Vehicle Information see Label information section Vehicle License Number_________________ Vehicle Identification Number VIN ___________ Service Designation Number_________________ Engine D...

Page 2: ... This section contains items such as starting the engine operating gear selector towing trailers Service and maintenance 65 An investment which will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability durability and resale value Specifications 109 All specifications are subject to change without notice Consult your Volvo dealer for information pg 2 This manual deals with the operation and care of yo...

Page 3: ...heet metal and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment For 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 ...

Page 4: ...quirements In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these requirements Modifications to the emission control system s may render your Volvo non certifiable for legal operation in the U S Canada and other countries Model versions of the basic Volvo Models 240 U S A Canada 240 4 door wagon 240 4 door wagon pg 5 Keys Master Key file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_1 html 4 of 6...

Page 5: ...re stamped on a separate tag supplied with the keys This tag should be separated from the key ring and kept in a safe place The double sided tape on the back of the tag can be used to secure it safely In the event the original keys are lost duplicates may be ordered from your Volvo dealer Number Tag file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_1 html 5 of 6 12 30 2006 9 41 56 AM ...

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Page 7: ...the starter cable is secure at its terminals The ground strap which connects the battery negative terminal to the engine should also be checked for corrosion or looseness 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 bl...

Page 8: ...g the above steps contact your Volvo dealer Condition Erratic idle misfiring Possible cause Correction Intake system leaking Check hose connections Spark plugs high tension leads or distributor cap worn defective Clean distributor cap and leads check the cap for cracks Replace defective or worn parts Worn spark plugs Remove Clean or replace spark plugs pg 106 Service diagnosis Condition Engine sta...

Page 9: ...move carbon deposit on the spark plugs If this procedure is not effective clean or replace the spark plugs pg 107 Service diagnosis Condition The gear selector can not be moved from the P position The gear selector is locked in the P position To release the selector the ignition must be switched on ignition key in position II and the brake pedal must be depressed Depress the brake pedal Select a g...

Page 10: ...h the dealer and when ordering parts 1 Vehicle Identification Number VIN VIN plate is located on top left surface of dash The VIN is also stamped on the right hand door pillar 2 Vehicle Emission Control Information Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emissions standards Evidence of this can be verified from the certification label on the left wheel valance For further informat...

Page 11: ...gned to meet all applicable safety standards Evidence of this can be verified from the certification label on the rear facing side of the driver s front door For further information regarding these regulations please consult your Volvo dealer Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_104 html 5 of 5 12 30 2006 9 41 56 AM ...

Page 12: ... 104 3 265 cm Ground clearance full load 4 7 12 cm 4 7 12 cm Track front rear 56 3 143 cm 53 5 136cm 56 3 143 cm 53 5 136cm Turning circle between curbs 32 2 9 8 m 32 2 9 8 m Curb weight depending on type 2941 3015 lbs 1335 1369 kg 3068 3115 lbs 1393 1413 kg Gross vehicle weight GVW 4030 lbs 1830 kg 4300 lbs 1950 kg Capacity weight 935 lbs 424 kg 1180 lbs 536 kg Permissible axle weight front rear ...

Page 13: ...eight 30 7 78 cm WARNING When adding accessories equipment luggage and other cargo to your vehicle the total loaded weight capacity of the vehicle must not be exceeded Consult your dealer for information Dimensions and weights for Canadian models Sedan Wagon Length 482 cm 484 cm Curb weight depending on type 1316 1346 kg 1371 1391 kg Gross vehicle weight 1830 kg 1950 kg Capacity weight 425 kg 535 ...

Page 14: ...3 78 96 mm Stroke 3 15 80 mm Displacement 2 32 liters 141 cu in Compression ratio 9 8 1 Valve clearance cold engine inlet and exhaust Checking 0 012 0 016 0 30 0 40 mm Adjusting 0 014 0 016 0 35 0 40 mm Valve clearance warm engine inlet and exhaust 0 014 0 018 0 35 0 45 mm 0 016 0 018 0 40 0 45 mm All specifications are subject to change without notice pg 112 Specifications Engine B230F Cooling Sy...

Page 15: ...al or automatic transmission Hypoid type final drive Manual transmission M47 II Reduction ratios 1st gear 4 03 1 2nd gear 2 16 1 3rd gear 1 37 1 Rear axle reduction ratio 4th gear 1 00 1 3 31 1 5th gear 0 80 1 Reverse 3 68 1 Automatic transmission AW70 Reduction ratios 1st gear 2 45 1 2nd gear 1 45 1 Rear axle reduction ratio 3rd gear 1 1 3 73 1 Overdrive 0 69 1 Reverse 2 22 1 Vehicle speed 1000 e...

Page 16: ...afety type steering column The alignment specifications apply to an unloaded car but include fuel coolant and spare wheel Toe in measured on the wheel rim 1 16 3 64 1 5 1 0 mm Camber not to exceed 1 2 difference between sides All 1 4 to 3 4 Reduce camber if excessive wear on tire outer shoulder is observed Caster not adjustable Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_109 html 5 ...

Page 17: ...ters Transmission manual M47 II automatic AW70 1 6 US qts 7 8 US qts 1 5 liters 7 4 liters Rear axle 1031 1 7 US qts 1 6 liters Power steering gear 0 8 US qts 0 75 liters Windshield washer fluid 3 4 US qts 3 2 liters ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 12 V negative ground Voltage controlled alternator Single wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors Voltage 12 V Battery capacity 445 A 85 min Alternato...

Page 18: ... 32 cp Ba 15 s 2 The following bulbs may be obtained from your nearest Volvo dealer Rear ash tray light 1 2 W W2x4 6d 1 License plate light sedan 4 W Ba 9 s 2 License plate light wagon 5 W S 8 5 8 2 Interior light 10 W S 8 5 8 1 Glove box light 2 W Ba 9 s 1 Instrument panel light 3 W W2 1x9 5d 2 Control panel light 1 2 W W2x4 6d 3 Shift positions auto trans 1 2 W W2x4 6d 1 Trunk light 15 W S 8 5 8...

Page 19: ...h gear 5th gear 25 40 10 44 20 70 20 70 30 110 25 44 44 70 always observe posted speed limits Vehicle Loading The tires on your Volvo will perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire information label located on the rear facing side of the right front door This label lists both tire and vehicle design limits Do not load your car beyond the load limits ind...

Page 20: ...n and Steering 7 Frame Springs Dampers and Wheels 8 Body A Service Manual Brochure Order Form was placed in the car prior to delivery from the dealer to you Complete ordering information is provided Volvo supports Voluntary Mechanic Certification by the N I A S E Certified mechanics have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas Besides passing exams each mechanic must also have w...

Page 21: ...us colorless and odorless gas which is present in all exhaust gases If you ever smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle make sure the passenger compartment is ventilated and immediately return the vehicle to dealer for correction Never sit in a parked or stopped car for any extended amount of time nor have it unattended while engine is running Never operate the engine in confined unventilated areas...

Page 22: ...washer anti freeze Electrolyte level 1 4 3 8 5 10 mm above plates Fill distilled water only never acid Check level in conjunction with normal service or once a year Never operate engine in closed unventilated areas Changing a wheel see pages 96 97 a bulb see pages 88 92 a fuse see page 93 Fuel Octane rating 95 RON Unleaded 91 R M 2 Min 91 RON Unleaded 87 R M 2 WARNING The cooling fan may start or ...

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Page 24: ...sition 0 while driving or when the car is being towed On cars equipped with an automatic transmission the gear selector must also be in the P park position The steering wheel lock may 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 in the ignition lock and the front door on the driver s side is open The chi...

Page 25: ...ignals by moving the turn signal lever to the first stop and holing it there The lever will return to the neutral position when released 3 High and low beam switching Headlight switch in position Move the lever towards the steering wheel and release it 3 Headlight flasher Headlight switch in position or 0 Move the lever towards the steering wheel The headlight high beam will be on until the lever ...

Page 26: ...visibility of other vehicles to less than 500ft 152 meters The headlights must be switched on The fog light is located in the section of the tail light closest to the center of the vehicle Driver side only Note Local regulations governing the use of this light may vary Lighting Headlights and position lights 0 All lights off Parking lights on Headlights and parking lights on file K ownersdocs 1993...

Page 27: ...and parking lights on when starting ignition switch is switched on A chime will sound if the starting ignition key is in the switch lock when the door is open The chime goes off when the driver s door is closed If the headlight switch is in position all lights will go out when starting ignition switch is switched off Instrument panel lamps rheostat Clockwise brighter Counterclockwise dimmer pg 16 ...

Page 28: ... complete stroking cycles after the lever is released Tailgate window wiper washer wagon Operated by the switch at the end of the windshield wiper washer operating lever 1 Tailgate wiper ON 2 Interval position With the switch in this position there is one stroking cycle approx every fifteen seconds 3 Tailgate washer Depress the button to start the wiper washer The wiper will compete 2 3 stroking c...

Page 29: ...ol Cruise Control option The cruise control switches are located on the turn signal switch lever To engage and set desired speed 1 Set switch 1 to ON 2 Accelerate to desired cruise speed NOTE the cruise control cannot be engaged at speeds below 22 mph 35km 3 Depress SET SPEED switch 2 Operating brake pedal or clutch pedal where applicable file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_14 html 6 of 10 12 30...

Page 30: ...e brake pedal momentarily or set the cruise control switch 1 to OFF This will disengage the 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 If actual speed falls below 70 of set speed or if the wheels spin the cruise control will disengage automatically Acceleration Momentary acceleration such as...

Page 31: ...dicator lamp in the switch will come on The system will be switched off automatically after 10 15 minutes or when the starting ignition key is switched off Do not place items against the inner surface of the rear window that may damage the printed circuit Do no scrape the inner surface of the rear window glass with a hard object or use an abrasive window cleaner otherwise damage to the printed cir...

Page 32: ...utes or when the starting ignition key is switched off Parking brake hand brake The lever is situated between the front seats The brake is applied to the rear wheels The PARKING BRAKE reminder light on the instrument panel comes on whenever the parking brake lever is not fully released and the ignition is on Always use the parking brake hand brake when parked In order to obtain the best possible p...

Page 33: ... cushions which operate only when the seat is occupied The switches engage the heating which then is thermostatically controlled It switches on automatically when the temperature drops below 60 F 15 C and switches off at approx 96 F 35 C Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_14 html 10 of 10 12 30 2006 9 42 01 AM ...

Page 34: ...hen the knob automatically releases the cigarette lighter is ready for use The starting ignition switch must be ON 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 1993 1993_240 93240_20 html 1 of 6 12 30 2006 9 42 01 AM ...

Page 35: ... raised if the front part of the switch is pressed Warning Remove the starting ignition key from the car when children are left alone in the car Make sure that children s hands are clear before raising the windows Cut out switch for rear door electrically operated 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 armr...

Page 36: ... ventilation Heating system 1 TEMP Left cool Right warm 2 FLOOR Out no air to floor In full flow of air to front and rear floor 3 Defrost Out low volume air flow to defroster In full flow 4 REC recirculation To be used only on cars equipped with air conditioning Do not use for heating Out full flow of outside air In air is recirculated for faster cooling file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_20 ht...

Page 37: ... halfway open remove condensation 1 TEMP WARM 3 DEF depressed 5 FAN 3 or 4 6 All louvers closed Always keep front external inlet grille in front of the windshield clear of obstructions snow ice etc Maximum defroster action For maximum defroster capacity at very low ambient temperatures use the recirculation control button depressed If not using air conditioning the recirculation feature should not...

Page 38: ...Position 4 for rapid cooling 2 Air conditioning compressor switch Start the air conditioning by pressing the panel switch The system activates after a slight delay 3 Recirculation Push in for rapid cooling and during high humidity conditions 4 TEMPERATURE The selector should be in the leftmost position when the system is started The TEMP selector can then file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_20 h...

Page 39: ...our dash outlets which should be fully open Note For rapid removal of condensation from inside glass surfaces the air conditioner can be switched on even when not required for interior cooling The air conditioner will dehumidify the air inside the vehicle Water under the vehicle in hot weather can be the result of condensation from the air conditioning system Have your Volvo dealer check the syste...

Page 40: ... push turn Fader front rear pull turn 2 Bass control 3 Treble control 4 Waveband selector 5 Frequency tuning 6 Autostore 7 Display 8 Preset buttons 9 Cassette eject 10 Cassette slot 11 Lockable fast winding left right Tape direction selector press both buttons pg 26 Anti theft code Anti theft code file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_25 html 1 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 02 AM ...

Page 41: ...e set displays codE when it is switched on Enter the 4 digit code using the preset buttons If the correct code is entered codE is no longer displayed and the set is ready to use Incorrect code If an incorrect code has been entered EEE is displayed for 1 second and the codE Enter the correct code After three unsuccessful coding attempts the set will lock and remain locked for 2 hours After two hour...

Page 42: ...increase volume Waveband selector The desired waveband is set by pressing the button The frequency and waveband is shown on the display NOTE There are two FM wavebands and one AM waveband This makes it possible to store more FM stations in the memory file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_25 html 3 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 02 AM ...

Page 43: ...displayed pg 28 Radio cont Automatic programming autostore This function works on the FM and AM wavebands and has 8 memories in autostore mode on each waveband The antenna must be fully extended when this function is used 1 Press and hold the AUT button until a is displayed A maximum of 8 strong stations on the file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_25 html 4 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 02 AM ...

Page 44: ...listen to another memorized autostored station For each press a new station is set Change between stations in the autostore memory by pressing the tuning button to the left or right 3 Press one of the preset buttons to leave the autostore mode Preset buttons To select a pre programmed radio frequency depress the preset button The preset button number and frequency will be displayed file K ownersdo...

Page 45: ...tton The audio cuts out Keep the button depressed until the audio comes on approx 2 sec 3 The frequency is now stored on this preset button pg 29 Radio cont Display The display shows the selected waveband preset number frequency and ST stereo file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_25 html 6 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 02 AM ...

Page 46: ... balance The detent indicates the equalized left right balance position Fader control Pull out the knob and turn it to the left or right to adjust front rear speaker balance The detent indicates equalized front rear balance position pg 30 Radio cont Bass control file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_25 html 7 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 02 AM ...

Page 47: ...moving the control up or down The detent indicates equalized bass Treble control Adjust the treble by moving the control up or down The detent indicates equalized treble Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_25 html 8 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 02 AM ...

Page 48: ... the tape direction see illustration column 2 When one side of the tape has been played the unit will automatically play the other side auto reverse If the unit is switched off while playing a cassette the cassette will remain in position The drive rolls will be disconnected in order to avoid tape tangle pinch off Reversing the tape Depress both buttons to play the other side for the tape The arro...

Page 49: ...or fast winding Depress fully to lock the button Press the opposite button to stop fast winding pg 32 Cassette deck cont Cassette eject If the button is pressed the tape will stop and the cassette will be ejected The radio will be automatically engaged file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_31 html 2 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 03 AM ...

Page 50: ...t follow the earth s surface nor dot hey bounce off the atmosphere For this reason their range is limited The AM waves follow the earth s surface and reflect against the atmosphere This gives them a wide range Weak reception fading file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_31 html 3 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 03 AM ...

Page 51: ...rking ares under bridges etc is that FM signals reflect against solid objects such as buildings Because these waves are very reflective multipath distortion can result This distortion is the result of the reflected signal and the direct signal reaching your antenna at slightly different time causing a cancellation of all signals This problem occurs largely in built up areas pg 34 Cross modulation ...

Page 52: ...eceived simultaneously FM reasons for distortion FM is affected by the electrical systems of nearby vehicles especially those without suppression The distortion increases if the station is weak or poorly set The FM reception is not as sensitive to electrical disturbances as AM file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_31 html 5 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 03 AM ...

Page 53: ...tronger for good stereo reception and this limits the effective range of the sender We hope that this information proves to be useful and provides you with a better understanding of the problems related to car radio reception Reception conditions are not always optimum and this is of course beyond our control However we have endeavored to make the Volvo Audio System of a quality so that you can en...

Page 54: ...Tapes should not be exposed to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures Keep tapes away from oil grease and other contaminants Take up slack using a pen or a pencil before inserting cassette in cassette slot Cleaning cassette We recommend the use of Volvo Cleaning Cassette available as a genuine Volvo accessory Regular use helps maintain sound quality cleans vital parts and helps prevent tape tangl...

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Page 56: ... cope with the ever changing traffic environment Never drink and drive If you are taking any medication consult your physician about its potential effects on your driving abilities Take a driver retraining course Have your eyes check regularly Keep your windshield and headlamps clean Replace wiper blades when they start to leave streaks Take into account the traffic road and weather conditions par...

Page 57: ...in the cargo section of a station wagon Other occupants should also be properly restrained to help reduce the chance of injuring or increasing the injury of a child All states and provinces have legislation governing how and where children should be carried in a car Recent accident statistics have shown that children are safer in rear seating positions than front seating positions when properly re...

Page 58: ...n the back of the rear seat in wagons When the car is delivered the holes for these anchorages are covered by plastic covers In cars designed for Canada on top tether anchorage set will be in the glove box The top there anchorage set includes the top tether anchorage plate an 5 16 UNC bolt and a plastic trim cover I f another set is needed consult your Volvo dealer Installing top tether Remove the...

Page 59: ... in a Child Restraint Anchorage runs a great risk of suffering sever injuries should a collision occur pg 40 Seat belts Seat belts retractable Always fasten the seat belts before you drive or ride Two lights will be illuminated for 4 8 seconds after the starting ignition key is turned to driving position One light is located in the instrument cluster and one in the console between the front seats ...

Page 60: ...xiting the car check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled If necessary guide the belt back into its retractor slot WARNING The seat back should not be tilted too far back The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function properly The seat belt retractors are normally unlocked The retractors will lock up as follows if belt is pulled out rapidly during braking and acceleration i...

Page 61: ...t belts cont Seat belts manually adjustable The center rear seat belt is manually adjustable It should always be adjusted to fit snugly across the lap The lap belt should sit low under abdomen During pregnancy Pregnant women should always wear seat belts Remember that the belt should always be positioned in such a way as to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen The lap portion of the belt sho...

Page 62: ...nance Check periodically that the anchor bolts are secure and that the belts are in good condition Use water and mild detergent for cleaning pg 42 Supplemental Restraint System As an enhancement to the three point seat belt system your Volvo is equipped with a Supplemental Restraint System SRS The Volvo SRS consists of a driver s side airbag with a driver s side knee bolster The systems is designe...

Page 63: ...the gas generator causing the airbag to be inflated with nitrogen gas As the movement of the driver compresses the airbag some of the gas is expelled at a controlled rate to provide better cushioning The entire process including inflation and deflation of the airbag takes approximately two tenths of a second WARNING When installing any optional equipment make sure that the SRS system is not damage...

Page 64: ...light stays on after the engine has started or if it comes on while you are driving drive the car to the nearest authorized Volvo Dealer for inspection as soon as possible ATTENTION SRS VEHICLE THIS CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH A SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM TO PROVIDE CONTINUED RELIABILITY CERTAIN ELEMENTS OF THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SHALL BE SERVICED OR REPLACED BY JAN XXXX SEE OWNERS MANUAL F...

Page 65: ...t the air bag module should be replaced approximately every ten years and that the other components in the system wiring connector etc should also be inspected at this time The SRS decal on you car shows the month and year servicing is due This service must performed by an authorized Volvo dealer Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_37 html 10 of 10 12 30 2006 9 42 04 AM ...

Page 66: ...entral lock system This means the lock on the driver s door automatically controls the locks on the other doors including the trunk on Sedan models and the tailgate on the wagon model Locking doors Both front doors can be locked by using the key Turning the key 1 4 turn clockwise left door clockwise left door or counter clockwise right door locks the door NOTE The driver s door can only be locked ...

Page 67: ... position B Wagon model contains child safety lock on tailgate The lock differs from that shown above See section titles Wagon tailgate pg 45 Trunk lid Trunk light Trunk lid The trunk lock is incorporated in the central locking system This means that you can either lock or unlock the trunk by means of the driver s door lock You can also operate the trunk lock directly with the master key even if t...

Page 68: ...sition 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 the driver it will not be possible to open the trunk To reconnect the lock to the central locking system Withdraw key in vertical position Trunk light A Light always off B Light on when trunk lid is open pg 46 Hood Long load storage file K ownersdocs 1993 1...

Page 69: ...ghtly insert a hand under the center line of the hood and depress the safety catch handle Open the hood WARNING Check that the hood locks properly when closing Long load storage except wagon A flap in the rear seat makes it possible to carry long loads such as skis etc file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_44 html 4 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 05 AM ...

Page 70: ...jects with the seat belts Please note that the flap in the rear seat is intended only for light loads such as skis wood etc Max length of load 6 1 2ft 2m Max weight of load 33lbs 15kg WARNING Take care when loading unloading the vehicle Always turn off the engine and apply the parking brake Place automatic transmission gear shift selector in position P Park This will prevent accidental movement of...

Page 71: ... can easily scratch the mirror surface WARNING The mirrors should always be adjusted before driving Objects seen in the wide angle right side mirror are closer than they appear to be Power mirrors optional A Adjustment up down B Adjustment sideways pg 48 Interior light Refueling file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_44 html 6 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 05 AM ...

Page 72: ...ting ignition switch etc during darkness Refueling The fuel tank cap is located behind the door on the right rear fender Open cap slowly during hot weather When filling position the cap in the special bracket on the door After filing the tank install the cap and turn until a click is heard The tank holds 15 8 gallons 60 liters An optional locking cap is also available Refer to section titled Fuel ...

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Page 74: ...ward or raise the seat backs slightly to allow rear seat to fold down Remove the head restraints from the rear seat by grasping the restraint and lifting straight up Secure the head restraints Pull the handle on the rear side of the seat back upwards and fold the seat back forward and down so that it lies flat The rear seat back and cushion are held automatically in their respective positions file...

Page 75: ... remove lift the seat cushion out of the hinges Warning When the rear seat is folded down do not place heavy objects against the backs of the front seats This places a severe strain on the folded down backrest of the rear seat Do not load luggage higher than the seat backs to avoid luggage being thrown forward in the event of sudden braking and causing injury to passengers pg 50 Tailgate wagon Saf...

Page 76: ... tailgate handle To open from the inside Pull out the T handle located at the bottom of the tailgate Safety catch A The lid cannot be opened from the inside B The lock functions normally pg 51 Cargo compartment wagon file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_49 html 3 of 6 12 30 2006 9 42 06 AM ...

Page 77: ...the station wagon is equipped with a cargo compartment seat Volvo accessory occupants should not ride in this section of the car Concealed storage space There are two concealed storage areas under the cargo compartment floor Locking floor lid The larger lid is lockable and should be used when increased security for stored articles is desirable file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_49 html 4 of 6 1...

Page 78: ...s folded forward WARNING Luggage or other cargo should not be stowed higher than the seat backs All items should be secure in place The eyelets are not to be used as occupant restraints or child seat restraints See the section on Child Restraint Anchorages pg 52 Front seats Driver seat height file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_49 html 5 of 6 12 30 2006 9 42 06 AM ...

Page 79: ...r safety never adjust seat while driving The seat should be adjusted so that the brake and clutch pedal can be depressed fully In addition position the seat as far rearwards as comfort and control allowed Passenger seat height The front passenger seat is retained by four brackets There are two height positions at the front and three at the rear However this adjustment must be accomplished manually...

Page 80: ... system 63 Three way catalytic converter 64 pg 54 Break in period A new car should be broken in Manual transmission During the break in period do not exceed the following speeds First 600 miles 1 000 km 1st gear 20 mph 30 km h 2nd gear 30 mph 50 km h 3rd gear 50 mph 80 km h 4th gear 70 mph 110 km h 5th gear 80 mph 130 km h 600 1 200 miles 1 000 2 000 km 1st gear 25 mph 40 km h 2nd gear 40 mph 65 k...

Page 81: ... The brake light are not illuminated when applying the parking brake To warn traffic from behind it is therefore advisable to depress the brake pedal slightly to illuminate the brake lights pg 55 Driving economy Shift indicator light Economical driving does not necessarily mean driving slowly Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead avoiding rapid starts and stops and adjusting the...

Page 82: ...leration Use of the S I L is simple Shift to next higher gear as soon as the light comes on You may find after using the S I L for some time that your natural shifting rhythm will adapt to the S I L s suggestion Some drivers may even shift before the light comes on Obviously there will be times when you need to shift later than the light would indicate for example when climbing hills or trailer to...

Page 83: ...ly when the engine starts 4 To release the gear selector from the P ark position automatic transmission the ignition key must be in position II and the brake pedal must be depressed See page 107 for instructions on manually overriding the SHIFTLOCK system if the lever cannot be moved Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting Oil flow may not reach some lubricating points fast enough to ...

Page 84: ... engine inside a garage always open the garage doors fully to ensure adequate ventilation Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide which is invisible and odorless but very poisonous Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_53 html 5 of 5 12 30 2006 9 42 06 AM ...

Page 85: ...r light section for more information on economical use of the manual transmission Recommended minimum and maximum speeds for each gear are listed in the specification section Reverse gear R The detent collar on the gear shift lever prevents inadvertent selection of reverse gear The collar must be lifted to engage reverse gear pg 58 Automatic transmission file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_57 ht...

Page 86: ...s in motion The transmission is mechanically locked in position P Also use the parking brake when parking on grades for added safety The gear lever is blocked in position P In order to move the gear lever out of position P you have to first switch on the ignition and then depress the brake pedal manually releasing see page 107 R Reverse Never use R while car is moving forward N Neutral Neutral pos...

Page 87: ...th gear automatically after upshifting through first second and third gears unless disengagement button on the side of the gear knob is pushed When the button is pushed to disengage 4th gear the transmission operates as a 3 speed unit If the button is pushed while 4th gear is engaged then a downshift to 3rd gear will occur The transmission then cannot upshift to 4th gear until the button is pushed...

Page 88: ...or pedal slightly Kick down can be used for maximum acceleration or when passing at highway speeds pg 60 Automatic Transmission Starting and stopping a car equipped with automatic transmission 1 Enter the car and check that the seat is adjusted properly Make sure that the brake pedal can be depressed completely Move the seat closer if necessary 2 Fasten the seat belt 3 Apply the parking brake if n...

Page 89: ...apply the brakes with your right foot It is not necessary to move the gear selector as the transmission will downshift automatically When idling for extended periods of time select position N to prevent unnecessary heating of the transmission WARNING Always place gear selector in Park and apply parking brake before leaving vehicle Never leave car unattended with engine running Contents Top of Page...

Page 90: ...ed with automatic transmission Gear selector in position N Check transmission oil level see section titled Transmission oil Maximum speed 20mph 30km h Maximum distance with rear wheels on ground 20 miles 30 km If the car s batter is dead it is not possible to move the gear lever out of position P simply by pressing the brake pedal The gear lever has to be released manually by moving to the left th...

Page 91: ...hould not be used while towing Observe legal requirements of the state in which the vehicles are registered All Volvo models are equipped with energy absorbing shock mounted bumpers Trailer hitch installation should not interfere with the proper operation of the bumper system WARNING Bumper attached trailer hitches must not be used on Volvo s nor should safety chains be attached to the bumper Trai...

Page 92: ...165 lbs 50 75 kg is part of the vehicle s capacity weight It may be necessary to reduce the trunk cargo area load when towing a trailer to ensure that the max permissible axle load or gross vehicle weight are not exceeded Note Refer to section entitled Automatic transmission for additional trailer hauling tips Warning Do not drive with trunk lid or tailgate open Poisonous exhaust gases may enter v...

Page 93: ...a trailer with the overdrive engaged See next special tip When driving with heavy trailers it is recommended that an additional oil cooler be installed This applies especially when driving under sever conditions e g mountain driving or prolonged driving at high speeds without breaks The additional oil cooler is available as a genuine Volvo accessory Regarding oil change see section titled Transmis...

Page 94: ...the reservoir DO NOT DRIVE Tow the car to a volvo dealer have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired Severe strain on the brake system The brakes will be subject to severe strain when driving in mountains or hilly areas The speed is usually low which means that the cooling of the brake is less efficient than when driving on level roads To reduce the strain on the brakes it is advisable ...

Page 95: ...ument panel inside the fuel filler door will remind owners and filling station attendants of this requirement Important It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into any vehicle labeled unleaded gasoline only WARNING Do not park your car over combustible materials such as grass or leaves which can come into contact with the hot exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and...

Page 96: ...icing 77 Transmission oil 82 Rear axle power steering brake fluid 84 Lubrication 85 Coolant 86 Generator jump starting 87 Replacing bulbs 88 Fuses 93 Wheels and tires 94 Wheel changing 96 Replacing wiper blades 98 Washing 98 Cleaning anti rust treatment 99 Paint touch up 100 What causes rust 102 Long distance trips cold weather 103 Service diagnosis 104 Label information 108 pg 66 file K ownersdoc...

Page 97: ...ate purchaser to assure the proper functioning of those components 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 Maintenance Records Booklet for further details Maintenance services Your ...

Page 98: ...Emission Performance Warranty These are Federal Warranties other warranties are provided as required by state law Refer to your separate Warranty Booklet for detailed information concerning each of the warranties pg 68 Servicing MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE A Adjust Correct if necessary R Replace I Inspect Correct or Replace if necessary L Lubricate Maintenance operation Miles km 10 000 16 000 20 000 32 0...

Page 99: ...60 000 96 000 MISCELLANEOUS MAINTENANCE ENGINE Fuel line filter R PCV nipple orifice I Ventilation hoses I EGR valve I Battery charge I I I I I I BRAKES Inspect brakes replace components as necessary I I I I I I Change Brake Fluid R R STEERING Tire wear align front end if needed I I I I I I Check power steering fluid level I I I I I I BODY Trunk hood hinges and latches L L L L L L 1 For services b...

Page 100: ...e Engine Oil Level 73 Brake Fluid 84 Radiator coolant level 86 Tire Pressure including spare 94 115 Operation of all lights Horns Windshield wipers Level of windshield fluid The following should also be carried out at regular intervals Washing 99 Polishing 99 Cleaning 99 Rust protection inspection 99 file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_65 html 5 of 6 12 30 2006 9 42 09 AM ...

Page 101: ...1 Data plate 2 Oil filler cap engine 3 Oil dipstick engine 4 Brake fluid reservoir 5 Washer fluid 6 Expansion tank coolant 7 Oil reservoir power steering 8 Battery Contents Top of Page file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_65 html 6 of 6 12 30 2006 9 42 09 AM ...

Page 102: ...rake heated seat 19 Cigarette lighter ash trays 20 Electrically operated windows 21 Heating and ventilation 22 Air conditioning 24 Audio systems 25 Occupant safety 37 Child safety 38 Seat belts 40 SRS Supplemental Restraint System 42 Doors and locks 44 Trunk lid 45 Hood release long load storage 46 Rear side view mirrors 47 Interior light sun roof fuel tank cap 48 Rear seat wagon 49 Tailgate wagon...

Page 103: ...ontrol 14 17 3 Headlights parking lights 15 4 Instrument panel rheostat 15 5 Rear fog light 15 6 Horn 7 Instrument panel 10 8 Starting ignition switch steering wheel lock 14 9 Wiper washer tailgate window wiper washer wagon 16 10 Space for optional equipment file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_7 html 2 of 8 12 30 2006 9 42 11 AM ...

Page 104: ... switch 22 22 Ash tray 20 23 Electrically operated windows certain models only 21 24 Control for electrically operated side mirrors certain models only 47 25 Seat heaters optional 19 26 Parking brake 19 The pages in this section provide a detailed description of the vehicle s instruments and controls Note that some vehicles may be equipped differently depending on model special legal requirements ...

Page 105: ...ension See sections titled Cooling system and coolant Warning allow engine to cool before adding fluid Do not continue to drive the car with the pointer in the red zone F Fuel gauge The fuel tank capacity is approx 60 liters 15 8 US gals See Fuel requirements G Clock reset knob H Service reminder indicator I Malfunction indicator lamp J ABS system yellow K Generator warning light red L Oil pressur...

Page 106: ... released Generator warning light red If the light comes on while the engine is running check the tension of the generator drive belt as soon as possible See section titled Cooling system NOTE This warning light is illuminated if the generator is not charging However generator parking brake brake failure and bulb failure will be illuminated at the same time due to the design of the system Oil pres...

Page 107: ...tem check and any leakage repaired Malfunction indicator lamp If this lamp comes on or stays on after the vehicle has started the engine diagnostic system has detected a possible fault in the emission controls Although driveability may no be affected see an authorized Volvo dealer as soon as possible for inspection pg 12 Warning Lights Supplemental Restraint System SRS If the light comes on or sta...

Page 108: ...s impending lock up braking pressure is automatically modulated in order to help prevent lock up which could lead to a skid The system performs a self diagnostic test when the vehicle is started and at 4 mph 6km h during which the drive may detect one pulsations of the brake pedal This is normal To obtain optimal effect from the ABS system constant pressure should be kept on the brake pedal while ...

Page 109: ...iding the pointer rises to the normal driving range again when you increase the engine speed Voltmeter Voltmeter optional 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 i...

Page 110: ...the Research Octane Number RON the Motor Octane Number MON RON MON 2 The minimum octane requirement is AKI 87 RON 91 Gasoline Containing Alcohol and Ethers Oxygenated fuels Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing oxygenates which are usually alcohols or ethers In some areas state or local laws require that the service pump be marked indicating use of alcohols or ethers However there are areas...

Page 111: ... can cause damage to painted surfaces which may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty Do not use gasolines containing methanol methyl alcohol wood alcohol This practice can result in vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system Such damage may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty pg 72 Carbon deposits Deposit control gasoline V...

Page 112: ...il level is maintained between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick Low oil level can cause internal damage to the engine and overfilling ca result in high oil consumption The distance between the dipstick marks represents approx 1 quart 1 liter of oil Note The engine must be stopped when checking oil Changing oil filter Replace the oil filter at every oil change If the oil filter is changed ...

Page 113: ...ith normal service or once a year Electrolyte level 1 4 3 8 5 10mm above plates Use distilled water Never add acid Batteries contain corrosive and toxic acids It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of correctly Your Volvo dealer can assist you in this matter Warning Battery gases are explosive if brought in contact with open flame or sparks Washer fluid Coolant reservoir Wa...

Page 114: ...r the API label Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes hot or cold when towing trailers over long distances or for prolonged driving in mountainous areas Volvo does not recommend oil additives as they can adversely affect the engine Volvo recommends the use of oils with the American Petroleum Institute API label...

Page 115: ...ing in dusty and or sandy areas Trailer towing Driving in mountainous areas EVERY 6 MONTHS or 5 000 miles 8 000 km WHICHEVER COMES FIRST Primarily highway driving Frequent trips of longer than 7 miles 11 km Normal driving EVERY 12 MONTHS or 10 000 miles 16 000 km WHICHEVER COMES FIRST pg 75 Cooling system Changing coolant Normally the coolant does not need to be changed If the system must be drain...

Page 116: ...nections for defects or deterioration of hoses and loose clamps or fittings Drive belts The belt tension can be checked by depressing the fan belt at a point midway between the generator and fan pulleys as illustrated It should be possible to press down the belt about 1 4 3 8 5 10 mm This also applies to other drive belts on the engine If drive belts are replaces recheck belt tension after driving...

Page 117: ...e EGR valve should be inspected at the 60 000 mile 96 000 km inspection and there after cleaned every 20 000 miles 32 000 km B 230 FD only The EGR valve should be cleaned at 100 000 miles 160 000 km Pulsed Secondary Air Injection certain models This system adds air to the hot exhaust gases as they are expelled from the engine This causes a secondary combustion of residual hydrocarbons and carbon m...

Page 118: ...g the best economy with the lowest possible exhaust emissions pg 78 Servicing cont Special instructions for work on the fuel injection system Extreme cleanliness is essential when working on the injection system Great care must be observed Injection system service should be handled by qualified technicians using equipment intended for this service Fuel line filter We recommend that this filter be ...

Page 119: ...y and or dusty conditions The filter cannot be cleaned and should always be replaced with a new one Checking and adjusting idle speed Your Volvo is equipped with an electronically controlled idle air control system that requires no periodic checking or adjustment Heated oxygen sensor system This is an emission control system designed to reduce emissions and improve fuel economy The heated oxygen s...

Page 120: ... the insert The channel walls are covered by a thin layer of platinum and rhodium These metals act as catalysts permitting a chemical action to occur without actually taking part in it The carbon monoxide content will increase i the Three Way Catalytic Converter is damaged CAUTION Vehicles with Three Way Catalytic Converter must use unleaded fuel only Otherwise the Three Way Catalytic Converter wi...

Page 121: ...orative control system which prevents gasoline fumes from being released into the atmosphere The system is comprised of an expansion chamber in the fuel tank a roll over valve and the cross member in front of the fuel tank and a charcoal canister with built in vacuum valve The components are interconnected by hoses which channel fuel vapor from the gas tank to the charcoal filter where they are st...

Page 122: ...r damaged connectors should be replaced When changing spark plugs clean the cables and cable terminals also the rubber seals CAUTION Do not use silicone based lubricants which can have adverse effects on electrical components WARNING The ignition system operates at very high voltages Special safety precautions must be followed to prevent injury Always turn the ignition off when connecting engine t...

Page 123: ...nsmission Fluid Type F The oil level should be up to the level filler plug When replacing transmission oil drain the oil immediately after driving while it is still hot by removing the drain plug Warning Use care to prevent possible burning from hot transmission oil pg 83 Automatic transmission file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_82 html 1 of 9 12 30 2006 9 42 14 AM ...

Page 124: ... temperature is obtained when driving for about 30 minutes At oil temperature above 195 F 90 C the level may be above the MAX mark Note The engine should be idling when checking transmission fluid level Check the oil level as follows Park the car on level surface with the engine idling Slowly move the selector lever through all the gear positions and then to position P Wait 2 minutes before checki...

Page 125: ...l since this can result in oil being ejected from the transmission Too little oil on the other hand can negatively affect transmission operation particularly in very cold weather pg 84 Power steering fluid Brake fluid Power steering fluid Capacity 0 8 US qts 0 75 1iters Fluid type ATF Replace no fluid change required The dipstick is attached to the cap Fluid level should be between MIN and MAX mar...

Page 126: ...l is above the MIN mark of the fluid reservoir Always entrust brake fluid changing to a Volvo dealer Change brake fluid every year when driving under extremely hard conditions mountain driving etc and if the car is equipped with a non factory air dam pg 85 Body Lubrication Chassis maintenance file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_82 html 4 of 9 12 30 2006 9 42 14 AM ...

Page 127: ...ear Hinges on hood doors and trunk lid as well as door stops should be lubricated every 10 000 miles 16 000 km Door hinges lower and door stop A grease B oil No Lubricating point Lubricant 1 Trunk lid lock keyhole Low temperature grease 2 Trunk lid hinges Oil 3 Door lock keyhole outer sliding surfaces Oil 4 Sunroof wind deflector Oil 5 Hood hinges Oil 6 Hood lock Oil 7 Front seat slide rails and l...

Page 128: ...e that the used coolant is disposed of in a manner which does not pose an environmental hazard Allow your Volvo dealer to help you in disposing of the used coolant in an environmentally safe way CAUTION The cooling system must always be kept filled to the correct level If it is not kept filled there can be high local temperatures in the engine which could result in damage Different types of anti f...

Page 129: ...tching off When the risk of overheating is imminent or in the event of overheating the temperature gauge goes repeatedly into or stays continually in the red section the following precautions should be taken Switch off the air conditioning system and switch the heater to full maximum position Stop the car and put the gear lever into neutral position position N Do not stop the engine Increase the e...

Page 130: ...any other points near them Faults in the system could occur if it is improperly grounded Jump starting CAUTION Improper hook up of jumper cables or the 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 Note the position of the battery terminals When using jumper cables first co...

Page 131: ...njury Do not allow battery acid to contact eyes skin fabrics or painted surfaces If contact occurs thoroughly flush affected area immediately with water Obtain medical attention immediately if eyes are affected After engine has started first remove negative jumper cable then positive terminal jumper cable WARNING Failure to follow the instructions for jump starting can lead to personal injury Cont...

Page 132: ...ther impurities can be carbonized onto the bulb and damage the reflector Use bulbs of correct type and voltage Failure to do so could activate the bulb failure warning light Replacing headlight bulbs Working inside the engine compartment separate the socket contact from the bulb holder 1 Unscrew and remove the bulb holder retaining ring 2 Pull out the bulb holder assembly and replace it as a unit ...

Page 133: ... the gasket is in position Bulbs Power Socket CP W 1 Front position 24 2 2 21 5 BaY15d Side marker lights 2 Front turn signal 24 2 2 21 5 BaY15d 1 US Bulb No 1157NA pg 89 Replacing bulbs Tail lamp bulbs sedan model All tail lamp bulbs are replaced from inside of trunk 1 Unscrew and remove tail lamp inside cover Note that inside cover is hooked at the upper edge Lift file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240...

Page 134: ...wider and fits only in corresponding recess Turn bulb holder clockwise Check that bulb lights Replace tail lamp inside cover Power Power Bulbs CP W Socket US Bulb No 1 Rear fog light 32 21 Ba 15s 1156 2 Back up light 32 21 Ba 15s 1156 3 Rear turn signal 32 21 Ba 15s 1156 4 Tail light 4 5 Ba 15s 67 5 Reflector 6 Brake light tail light 32 3 21 5 BaY 15d 1157 Right side lamp holders are white Left si...

Page 135: ...lb right hand side Remove the right hand stowage cover Loosen the clip and move panel aside see illustration The procedure for changing a bulb is basically the same as for other models When re installing hold the bulb holder with the word Volvo turned towards the center of the car Power Bulbs CP W Socket US Bulb No 1 Rear fog light 32 21 Ba 15s 1156 file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_88 html 4 ...

Page 136: ...odel 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 Bulbs Power Socket License plate light 4 W Ba 9 s sedan model pg 91 Replacing bulbs License plate light wagon model file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_88 html 5 of 9 12 30 2006 9 42 15 AM ...

Page 137: ...l plastic cover up and away from the light assembly On wagons bottom depress the marked areas on the side of the housing and pull it away from the light assembly Press in reflector catch to release reflector assembly Swing out reflector and replace bulb Snap reflector in and check that bulb lights when brake pedal is depressed Align the light assembly catches with the holes in the lamp housing and...

Page 138: ...f the housing and depress the catch tab Pull out the housing assembly and replace the bulb Bulb Power Socket Interior light 10 W S 8 5 8 15 W SV8 5 Trunk light Remove screw holding the light assembly Lift it out to remove Replace the bulb Reinstall by first inserting the guides into one side then press in the light assembly and install the screw file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_88 html 7 of 9...

Page 139: ...ified by your Volvo dealer If one fuse repeatedly fails take the car to your Volvo dealer for fault tracing A spare fuse kit is available from your Volvo dealer Warning Turn starting ignition switch OFF before replacing fuses Excessive heat may be created by a short circuit Care must be exercised while replacing blown fuses Some of the equipment listed below is optional Refer to the fuse location ...

Page 140: ... 4th gear automatic transmission 16A 12 Air conditioning with blower control Power windows relay Heated rear window relay Seat belt reminder Cruise control Shiftlock 8A 13 Heated front seats Daytime running lights relay Canada 16A 14 Rear fog lights 8A 15 Parking lights left side License plate light 8A 16 Parking lights right side Instruments and control panel lights Shift indicator light 8A ABS e...

Page 141: ...cle load Loads should be distributed so that capacity weight or maximum permissible loads are not exceeded It is recommended to use tires of the same make and dimensions on all four wheels Warning Do not mix radial play and bias ply tires as this will adversely alter the vehicle handling characteristics Vehicle Loading The tires on your Volvo will perform to specifications at all normal loads when...

Page 142: ...cient clearances between chains and brakes suspension and body components must be maintained Some strap on type chains will interfere with brake components and therefore CANNOT be used Your Volvo dealer can provide Volvo accessory tire chains that can be installed on all Volvo original tires and wheels CAUTION Check local regulations regarding the use of snow chains before installing Always follow...

Page 143: ...er Season Radial snow tires installed on all four wheels are recommended for winter driving Use tires that are comparable in size and type to the original equipment installed by the factory Mixing tires of different size brand or design could negatively affect tire road grip especially when slippery road conditions exist Note Overall diameter of tire and wheel combination will affect speedometer a...

Page 144: ... a standard tire Roadholding etc might be affected with the Special Spare in use Do not exceed 50 mph 80 km h WARNING Special wheel rims Only special wheel rims tested and approved by Volvo are suitable for use with the factory installed air dam Any other wheel rims may not permit sufficient air circulation for brake cooling pg 96 Wheel changing file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_94 html 4 of 7...

Page 145: ... center emblem off with a screwdriver The wheelcover can then be removed by hand Loosen the wheel nuts 1 2 1 turn with the box wrench provided in the tool kit All of the wheel nuts have right hand threads which are loosened by turning them counterclockwise Installation Clean the contact surfaces on the wheel and hub Lift the wheel and place it on the hub Make sure that you align the wheel with the...

Page 146: ...be reinstalled in its original position pg 97 Wheel changing Using the jack There is a jack attachment adjacent to each wheel location Hang the jack from the attachment alt 1 or position the jack on the bar in the jack attachment alt 2 as shown in the illustrations above the crank while simultaneously guiding the the base to the ground The bas of the jack must be flat on a level firm non slippery ...

Page 147: ...n Apply the parking brake engage first or reverse gear pos P for cars equipped with automatic transmission Block the wheels standing on the ground Use rigid wooden blocks or large stones The jack should stand on firm level ground The jack should be kept well greased Do not rotate a raised rear wheel if the car is equipped with a limited slip differential This will also rotate the opposite wheel on...

Page 148: ...se damage When washing the car do not expose it to direct sunlight Use lukewarm water to soften the dirt before you wash with a sponge and plenty of water to avoid scratching A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil Special car washing detergent or household detergent can be used A suitable mixture is about 2 5 fl oz 8 5 cl of detergent to 2 6 US gal 10 liters of warm wa...

Page 149: ...irrors auxiliary lamps etc are secure otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them You should also lower the antenna During high pressure washing the spray mouthpiece must never be closer to the vehicle than 13 30 cm Do not spray into the locks Bird droppings Tree sap Remove from paintwork as soon as possible Otherwise the finish may be permanently damaged Chromed parts Chromium plated a...

Page 150: ...When aging leather changes appearance but the typical texture remains To preserve smoothness and appearance it is recommended to treat the leather with a special leather preservative after one or two years of use Cleaning the seat belts Clean only with luke warm water and mild soap solution CAUTION Do not use cleaning solvents to clean the seat belts Cleaning floor mats The floor mats should be va...

Page 151: ...indicated on the service label The label is located on the wheel housing in the engine compartment Minor stone chips and scratches Material Primer can Paint can or touch up bottle Brush Masking tape Note When touching up the car it should be clean and dry The surface temperature should be above 60 F 15 C Scars on the surface If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and an undamaged l...

Page 152: ... brush Mix the paint thoroughly apply several thin paint coats and let dry after each application pg 101 Paint touch up 3 If there is a longer scratch you may want to mask to protect surrounding paint Touching up damaged paint on fender edges and sills Material Primer spray can Paint spray can file K ownersdocs 1993 1993_240 93240_98 html 5 of 9 12 30 2006 9 42 17 AM ...

Page 153: ...nches 20 30 cm from the surface WARNING Spray painting should be done in a well ventilated and dust free area 3 When the primer has dried apply the surface enamel in the same way Spray on several times and allow the paint to dry a minute or so between each application pg 102 What causes rust What causes rust The two most common causes of rust to your car are 1 The accumulation of road dirt and moi...

Page 154: ... parts of the car which are not well ventilated to permit quick drying 4 Industrial pollution and the presence of salt will also accelerate the deterioration of paint finishes The foregoing underscores the need for every car owner to keep his or her car particularly the underside as clean and dry as possible Repair any minor damage to paint work and protective coating as soon as possible The need ...

Page 155: ...nti freeze may not be mixed Engine lubricating system During the winter multigrade oil 10W 30 should be used in the engine The viscosity of the engine oil is important Oil with low viscosity thinner oil improves cold weather starting as well as decreasing fuel consumption while the engine is warming up To avoid difficult cold start conditions during extreme winter weather use of 5W 30 oil particul...

Page 156: ...plashed with water which freezes rapidly This may necessitate the frequent use of the windshield washer and wipers Your Volvo dealer can supply you with suitable anti freeze for this purpose Suitable mixtures of anti freeze and water are Down to 14 F 10 C 1 part anti freeze 4 parts water Down to 7 F 14 C 1 part anti freeze 3 parts water Down to 0 F 18 C 1 part anti freeze 2 parts water Down to 18 ...

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