brake VOLVO 240 1990 Owner's Guide

Volvo 1990 240 Model
Fluid type: DOT 4
Replace: every 2 years or 30,000 miles (48,000 km).

Check, without removing the cap, that the level 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 conditio\
ns (mountain driving etc.)
and if the car is equipped with a non factory air dam. pg. 73 Body Lubrication


Chassis maintenance

To simplify maintenance, your Volvo has been equipped with ball joints s\
teering rods and propeller
shafts that do not require regular lubrication Points that normally requ\
ire lubricating have been packed
with very durable grease at the factory and then carefully sealed, elimi\
nating the need for subsequent
lubrication.

Lubricate body

To avoid rattles and unnecessary wear, the body should be lubricated onc\
e a year. Hinges on hood, doors
and trunk lid as well as door stops should be lubricated every 10,000 mi\
les (16,000 km).

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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 side lamp holders are black. pg. 78 Replacing bulbs


Tail lamp bulbs, wagon model

All bulbs in the tail light cluster are removed from the inside.
Changing bulb, left hand side:
l Remove the spare tire cover and the spare wheel.
Changing bulb, right hand side:
l Remove the right hand stowage cover.
l Loosen the clip and move panel aside (see illustration).
The procedure for changing a bulb is basically the same as for other mod\
els.
When re-installing, hold the bulb holder with the word "Volvo" turned to\
wards the center of the car.
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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 Brake light/tail
light 32/3
21/5 BaY
15d 1157


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High-mounted stop light

On sedans (top), use screwdriver to depress catch then pull plastic co\
ver up and away from the light
assembly.

On wagons (bottom). depress the marked areas on the side of the housin\
g and pull it away from the light
assembly.


Press in reflector catch to release reflector assembly. Swing out reflec\
tor and replace bulb.
Snap reflector in and check that bulb lights when brake pedal is depress\
ed.
Align the light assembly catches with the holes in the lamp housing and \
press it into place.

Bulbs Power Socket US Bulb No
High mounted 32 cp/ 21 W Ba 15 s 1156
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Warning: Turn starting (ignition) switch OFF before replacing fuses. E\
xcessive 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 chart at fuse box for fuses specific to your \
car.

1 Cigarette lighter, Power mirrors, Radio, Tailgate wiper/washer 8A
2 Windshield wiper/washer, Horn 16A
3 Heater blower 25A
4 Fuel feed (in-tank) pump, Lambda-sond heating element 8A
5 Turn signals, Back-up lights 16A
6 Main fuel pump relay 16A
7 Brake lights 8A
8 Central locking, Interior and glove compartment lights, Trunk and engi\
ne
compartment lights, Radio, Power antenna, Clock, Daytime running lights \
(Canada)* 8A
9 Hazard warning Flashers 8A
10 Power windows 16A
11 Heated rear window, 4th gear (automatic transmission) 16A
12 Air conditioning (with blower control), Power windows (relay),
Heated rear window (relay), Seat belt reminder, Cruise control 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
Blade type fuse, serving LH-Jetronic fuel injection system. Located on t\
he left
wheel housing by the ignition coil 25A

* Note: Early production Canadian vehicles are not equipped with Daytime\
Running Lights.




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cloth.
CAUTION: It is particularly important to wash the car frequently in the \
winter time, to prevent
corrosion, when salt has been used on the roads. Also wash off the dirt \
on the underside (Wheel
housings and fenders etc.)
WARNING: When the car is driven immediately after being washed, carefull\
y apply the brakes
several times in order to remove any moisture from the brake linings.
pg. 87 Washing, Cleaning, Anti-rust treatment
Automatic washing - simple and quick

An automatic wash is a simple and quick way to clean your car, but it is\
worth remembering that it can
never be as thorough as when you yourself go over the car with sponge an\
d water. Keeping the
underbody clean is most important, especially in the winter. Some automa\
tic washers do not have
facilities for washing the underbody.
Before driving into an automatic wash, make sure that side view mirrors,\
auxiliary lamps, etc., are
secure, otherwise there is risk of the machine dislodging them. You shou\
ld also lower the antenna.
We recommend that you do not wash your car in an automatic wash during t\
he first six months (because
the paint will not have hardened sufficiently).

Bird droppings /Tree sap

Remove from paintwork as soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may be p\
ermanently damaged.

Chromed parts

Chromium-plated and anodized parts should be washed with clean water as \
soon as they become dirty.
This is particularly 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 prepara\
tion.
Stains on chrome trim can be removed with commercially available chrome \
cleaner. Do not use abrasive
compounds or steel wool.
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pg. 91 Long distance trips, Cold weather
Prior to a long distance trip

Have your car checked at a Volvo dealer. Preventive maintenance will hel\
p to ensure a trouble free trip.
Remember to take along a Volvo dealer directory.
The main items to check are listed below:
1. Brakes, front wheel alignment and steering gear.
2. Engine running condition.
3. Fuel system operation.
4. Oil leaks: engine, transmission, rear axle.
5. Cooling system for leaks or worn hoses.
6. Examine tires carefully, replace worn tires.
7. Battery and terminals.
8. Tool equipment.
9. Lighting.
10. Drive belts, for tightness and wear.
11. All fluid levels.

Cold weather/Engine fuel system

During the winter, large variations in temperature cause condensation to\
form in the fuel tank and can
impair the running of the engine. This can be reduced by adding dry gas \
to the fuel. There is less risk of
condensation forming in the fuel tank if it is kept full or nearly full.\


Engine cooling system

Volvo type C (blue-green) coolant should be used all year round. The c\
ooling system should always
contain water plus anti-freeze and rust inhibitor, even during the summe\
r. Experience has also shown
that extremely weak anti-freeze solutions (10-25 percent) are ineffect\
ive for rust protection. For this
reason, the quantity of antifreeze/summer coolant should be about 50 per\
cent of the solution. This
lowers the freezing point to - 30 ° F (-35 ° C).

Engine lubricating system
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Turning circle (between curbs) 32.2' (9.8 m) 32.2' (9.8 m)
Curb weight (depending on type) 2934-3009 lbs (1331-1365
kg) 3073-3115 lbs (1394-1413
kg)
Gross vehicle weight (GVW) 4030 lbs (1830 kg) 4300 lbs (1950 kg)
Capacity weight 948 lbs (430 kg) 1080 lbs (490 kg)
Permissible axle weight, front
rear 1885 lbs (855 kg)
2180 lbs (990 kg) 1885 lbs (855 kg)
2600 lbs (1180 kg)
Max. trailer weight (trailer equipped
with service brakes) 3300 lbs (1500 kg)
3300 lbs (1500 kg)
Max. hitch load 200 lbs (90 kg) 200 lbs (90 kg)
Cargo Space Wagon models
Length with rear seat up 44.5" (113 cm)
Length with rear seat down 74.0" (188 cm)
Maximum width 53.1" (135 cm)
Height 32.9" (84 cm)
Volume with rear seat up 41 cu. ft. (1.2 m3)
Volume with rear seat down 76 cu. ft. (2.151
m3)
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Battery:
-capacity 450 A/90 min
Alternator:
-rated output 1120W, 80A Lights, 12 V US bulb
No. Power
Socket No.
of
bulbs
Headlights HBI/9004 45 W/65
W 2
Position lights, front 1157NA 21 W/24
cp
5 W/2.2 cp BaY 15d
2
Turn signals, front 1157NA 21 W/24
cp
5 W/2.2 cp BaY 15d
2
Turn signals, rear 1156 21 W/32
cp Ba 15 s
2
Brake light/ tail light 1157 21 W/31
cp
5 W/3 cp BaY 15d
2
High-mounted brake light 1156 21 W/32
cp Ba 15 s
1
Back-up lights 1156 21 W/32
cp Ba 15 s
2
Rear fog lights 1156 21 W/32
cp Ba 15 s
2
The following bulbs may be obtained from your nearest Volvo dealer:
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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
Engine compartment light 15 W S 8.5-8 1
Trunk light 15 W S 8.5-8 1
Warning indicator lamps
Charging 1.2 W W2x4.6d 1
Turn signals 1.2 W W2x4.6d 2
Brake failure 1.2 W W2x4.6d 1
Parking brake 1.2 W W2x4.6d 1
Headlights 1.2 W W2x4.6d 1
Oil pressure 1.2 W W2x4.6d 1
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