service VOLVO 240 1990 User Guide

Volvo 1990 240 Model
pg. 53 Service and maintenance
55Maintenance services
56Service requirements
59Engine B230F
60Fuel requirements
61Engine fluids
62Engine oil, Oil/oil filter change interval
63Cooling system
65Servicing
70Transmission oil
72Rear axle, power steering, brake fluid
73Lubrication
74Coolant
75Alternator, jump starting
76Replacing bulbs
81Fuses
82Wheels and tires
84Wheel changing
86Replacing wiper blades
87Washing, cleaning
87Cleaning, anti-rust treatment
88Paint touch-up
90What causes rust
91Long distance trips, cold weather
92Service diagnosis
96Label information
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pg. 54 240 DL Wagon
pg. 55 Maintenance service
MAINTENANCE

Maintenance services

Your Volvo has passed two major inspections before it was delivered to y\
ou, according to Volvo specifications. When driven 600 - 1,200 miles (1,000
2,000 km), your car should be brought to the Volvo dealer for a mainten\
ance service. Engine, manual transmission and rear axle oils, will be changed
at this time.
Following this inspection, maintenance Inspections as outlined In this b\
ook should be performed every 5,000 miles (8,000 km).
Engine oil and oil filter changes should be performed every 5,000 miles \
(8,000) km, or at the time intervals outlined on page 62.
The extended maintenance inspection intervals make it even more advisabl\
e to follow this program.
Inspection and service should also be performed any time a malfunction i\
s observed or suspected.
It is recommended that receipts for vehicle emission services be retaine\
d in the event questions arise concerning maintenance. See your "Warranty
Information and Maintenance Records Booklets".

Maintenance Inspection Intervals

Volvo advises you to follow the inspection program at 5,000 mile or 8,00\
0 km intervals which is outlined in the "Warranties and Maintenance Records
Manual: This maintenance program contains inspections and services neces\
sary for the proper functioning of your car over the next inspection interval.
The maintenance inspections contain several checks which require special\
instruments and tools and therefore must be performed by a qualified
technician.
To keep your Volvo in top condition, specify time tested and proven Genu\
ine Volvo Parts and Accessories.
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THE FEDERAL CLEAN AIR ACT (USA)

The Clean Air Act requires vehicle manufacturers to furnish written inst\
ructions to the ultimate purchaser to assure the proper functioning of those
components that control emissions.
The maintenance instructions listed in the "Servicing" section of this M\
anual represent the minimum maintenance required. These services are not
covered by the warranty. You will be required to pay for labor and mater\
ial used. Refer to your "Warranties and Maintenance Records Manual" for
further details.
In accordance with Federal Regulations, your Volvo is warranted to meet \
certain Emission Performance Standards. Refer to your Warranty Information
Manual for detailed information concerning:

l Emissions Performance Warranty (USA)
l Limited 5-Year/50,000-Mile Emission System Warranty (USA)
l 5-Year/80,000-Kilometer Emission System Warranty (Canada)
pg. 56 Servicing
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

A = Adjust (Correct if necessary)
R = Replace
I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
Maintenance
operation Miles
(km) 600-
1,200
(1,000-
2,000)
5,000
(8,000)
10,000
(16,000) 15,000
(24,000) 20,000
(32,000) 25,000
(40,000) 30,000
(48,000) 35,000
(56,000) 40,000
(64,000) 45,000
(72,000) 50,000
(80,000) 55,000
(88,000) 60,000
(96,000)
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Spark plugs R R
Catalytic converter
mounting bolts. A
Manual transmission
oil R
I I I I I I I I I I I I
Automatic
transmission oil I
I I I R I I I R I I I R
Rear axle oil R I I I I I I I I I I I I
Exhaust system I I I I I I I

1) See section "Engine Oil" for detailed information.
2) For services beyond 60,000 miles (96,000 km), consult your Mainten\
ance Service Chart.
3) Recommended, but not mandatory to maintain Volvo emission warranty. \

4) Does not pertain to B230F/EGR.
5) B230F/EGR inspect every 10,000 mile (16,000 km). pg. 57 Servicing
Maintenance
operation Miles
(km) 600-
1,200
(1,000-
2,000)
5,000
(8,000)
10,000
(16,000) 15,000
(24,000) 20,000
(32,000) 25,000
(40,000) 30,000
(48,000) 35,000
(56,000) 40,000
(64,000) 45,000
(72,000) 50,000
(80,000) 55,000
(88,000) 60,000
(96,000)
MISCELLANEOUS
MAINTENANCE
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Trunk, hood hinges
and latches L
L L L L L L

1) For services beyond 60,000 miles (96,000 km), consult your "Mainte\
nance Service Chart".




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If it is not clear whether the fuel contains such additives, ask the sta\
tion operator for further information
regarding the detergency of their gasolines.

Gasoline Containing Alcohol

Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing alcohol without advertising\
the presence of alcohol. If you
are not sure whether there is alcohol in the gasoline you buy, check wit\
h 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 sta\
rting, drive ability, or fuel
economy with gasohol, you should discontinue its use.
Take care not to spill gasoline during refueling. Gasolines containing a\
lcohol can cause damage to
painted surfaces, which may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited\
Warranty.
Caution:
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 f\
uel system. Such damage may
not be covered under the New Vehicle Warranty.

Fuel Tank

The fuel tank is designed to hold approx. 15.8 US gal. (60 liters), wi\
th sufficient volume left over to
accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather.
Be aware that the "usable" tank capacity will be somewhat less than the \
15.8-US gal. (60-liter)
maximum. When the fuel level is low, such factors as ambient temperature\
, the fuel's "vapor pressure"
characteristics, and terrain can affect the fuel pumps' ability to suppl\
y the engine with an adequate
supply of fuel. Therefore, it is advisable to refuel as soon as possible\
when the needle nears the red zone.
After the needle enters the red zone, you should be able to drive approx\
. 25 miles (40 km) depending on
driving style and conditions.
pg. 61 Engine fluids
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Brake fluid

Without removing the cap, check that the level is above the MIN mark. Br\
ake fluid DOT 4. See "Brake
fluid" section.

Battery

Check level in conjunction with normal service or once a year. Electroly\
te level 1/4" - 3/8"(5-10 mm)
above plates. Use distilled water. Never add acid.
Warning:
Battery gases are explosive if brought in contact with open flame or
sparks.


Washer fluid Coolant reservoir

Washer fluid

Washer fluid reservoir. Water and solvent (in wintertime, use windshiel\
d washer anti-freeze). See
"Washer fluid reservoir" section.
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pg. 62 Engine Oil, 5,000-mile (8,000-km) oil/oil filter change interva\
l
Oil quality

According to API SG or alternatively API SF.
l Oils with designations SO/CD, SF/CC and SF/CD comply with these requirem\
ents.
Viscosity (stable ambient temperatures):


Volvo recommends the use of energy-conserving oils. Look for the API lab\
el. Synthetic or
semisynthetic oils may be used if their specifications comply with the o\
il quality requirements.
Volvo does not recommend oil additives, as they can adversely affect the\
engine.

Changing oil and oil filter

Oil and oil filter are first changed at the 600-1,200 mile (1,000-2,000\
km) service. Thereafter, changes
should be made as specified by this table:

Capacity

Including oil filter: 4.0 US qts = 3.85 litres
Check oil level when filling fuel.
SAE 15W/40 is recommended for use in driving conditions that raise oil t\
emperature and increase oil
consumption (i.e., mountain driving, trailer towing).
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pg. 64 Service requirements
Engine Mechanical Components

Torque manifold nuts

The manifold nuts should be torqued at the 600-1,200 mile (1,000-2,000 \
km) inspection. A loose
manifold could alter air/fuel ratio and cause an increase in emission an\
d/or poor driveability.

Valves

The valve clearance should be checked every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). \

Vacuum fittings, hoses and connections

Unstable idle, misfiring or poor emission control is often caused by lea\
king vacuum hoses or
connections. Check hoses and connections on distributor vacuum unit, EGR\
valve (where applicable)
and connections on heater control servo systems and hydraulic brake serv\
o.

Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR)

This system operates by returning some of the exhaust gases to the engin\
e to be recombusted: since this
lowers the combustion temperature the amount of nitrogen oxides released\
into the atmosphere is
reduced.
The EGR valve should be cleaned at the 60,000 mile inspection and therea\
fter cleaned every 25,000
miles (40,000 km).

Timing belt

The timing belt tensioner should be adjusted at the 600-1,200 mile (1,0\
00-2,000 km) inspection.
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pg. 65 Servicing
Engine Fuel System


The fuel injection system is all-electronic and is microprocessor contro\
lled. It can continually
compensate for variations in engine load, speed and temperature to give \
the best economy and power.
The most unique feature of the system is the air mass meter which measur\
es the mass of the inducted air
instead of the volume. In this way the system can make instantaneous adj\
ustments for changes in air
temperature or density, thus always assuring the best economy with the l\
owest possible exhaust
emissions. pg. 66 Servicing
Special Instructions for work on the fuel injection system

Extreme cleanliness is essential when working on the injection system. G\
reat care must be observed.
Injection system service should be handled by qualified technicians, usi\
ng equipment intended for this
service.

Fuel (line) filter

We recommend that this filter be changed every 60,000 miles (96,000 km)\
. The filter is replaced as one
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