VOLVO 240 1990 Owners Manual

Volvo 1990 240 Model
Rockleigh, New Jersey 07647

Attention: Volvo Service Literature

Note that the above pertains to vehicles sold in the U.S.A. only. Canadi\
an owners should contact their
authorized Volvo dealer to obtain Service Manuals.


Volvo supports Voluntary Mechanic Certification by the N.I.A.S.E. Certif\
ied mechanics have
demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas.
Besides passing exams each mechanic must also have worked in the field f\
or 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. pg. 105 Road assistance

Your new Volvo comes with a three year road assistance program known as \
ON-CALL. Additional
information, features, and benefits are described in a separate informat\
ion package in your glove
compartment. When refueling always check:
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Oil level between dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represe\
nts approx. 1 US qt. = 1 liter.
Fill with multigrade oil

Check without removing the cap that the brake fluid level is above the M\
in-mark. Brake and clutch fluid
DOT 4.

Coolant level between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50 percent anti\
-freeze and 50 percent water.

Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintert\
ime: windshield 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 84, 85
a bulb, see pages 76-80
a fuse, see page 81

Fuel: Octane rating 95 RON Unleaded, 91 (R+M)/2
Min. 91 RON Unleaded, 87 (R+M)/2 Inside back cover
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WARNING!
Detergents 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.

Back cover
VOLVO
Volvo Car Corporation
Goteborg, Sweden
TP3055/1 (Canada & U.S.A.) 50M.08.8


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WARNING!
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous 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.