engine VOLVO 240 1990 Repair Manual

Volvo 1990 240 Model
Cargo opening, maximum width 45.7" (116 cm)
Cargo opening, maximum
height 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
4 door Wagon
Length 482 cm 484 cm
Curb weight (depending on
type) 1306-1321
kg 1373- 1388
kg
Gross vehicle weight 1830 kg 1950 kg
Capacity weight 440 kg 540 kg
Permissible axle weight, front
rear 855 kg
990 kg 855 kg
1180 kg
pg. 99 Specifications
Engine B230F (2.3 liters; 141 cu. in.)

Liquid-cooled, gasoline, 4-cylinder in-line engine. Cast-iron cylinder b\
lock with cylinders bored directly
in block. Aluminum-alloy cylinder head with single overhead camshaft and\
separate intake and outlet
channels. Engine lubrication is provided by a gear pump driven from the \
crankshaft. Full-flow type oil
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filter. Exhaust-emission control accomplished by fuel injection, Lambda-\
sond system and catalytic
converter.
Output (SAE J1349) 114 hp at 5400 rpm (85 kW at 90 rps)
Max. torque (SAE J1349) 136 ft. lbs. (185 Nm) at 2700 rpm
Number of cylinders 4
Bore 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. 100 Specifications
Engine B230F

Cooling System
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Type Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 188.6 ° F
Fan belts, designation HC-38 x 918 (two)

Coolant: Volvo Coolant type C (blue-green)

Fuel system

The engine is equipped with an electronic fuel injection system.

Ignition System

Firing order 1-3-4-2
Ignition setting (12 ° B.T.D.C. at 750 rpm)
Spark plugs Bosch WR7DC (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap 0.028-0.032" (0.7-0.8 mm)
Tightening torque 15-22 ft. lbs. (20-30 Nm)
Distributor, direction of rotation Clockwise pg. 101 Specifications
POWER TRANSMISSION

Manual 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 0.82:1
Reverse 3.68:1
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Automatic transmission AW70
Reduction ratios:
1st gear 2.45:1
2nd gear 2.45:1 Rear axle reduction ratio:
3rd gear 2.45:1 3.73:1
Overdrive 0.69:1
Reverse 2.22:1
Vehicle speed/1000 engine rpm (manual transmission)

Rear axle ratio 3.31:1
mph km/h
1st gear 5.4 8.7
2nd gear 10.0 16.2
3rd gear 15.8 25.5
4th gear 21.7 34.9
5th gear 26.4 42.5
Reverse 5.9 9.5

Front suspension

McPherson type spring and strut suspension. Shock absorbers housed in st\
rut casing. Rack and pinion
steering.
Safety-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 pg. 102 Specifications
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Capacities
Fuel tank 15.8 US
gals 60 liters
Cooling system
-manual transmission
-automatic transmission
-expansion tank
separately
9.9 US qts
9.7 US qts
0.7 US qts

9.4 liters
9.2 liters
0.6 liters
Engine:
-oil and filter change
-oil changed separately
4.0 US qts
3.5 US qts
3.85
liters
3.35
liters
Transmission:
-manual, M47 II
-automatic, AW70
1.6 US qts
7.8 US qts

1.5 liters
7.4 liters
Rear axle -1030
-1031 1.4 US qts
1.7 US qts 1.3 liters
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
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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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See Consumer Information Booklet for complete tire pressure information.\

Sample Tire Pressure Label

pg. 104 Volvo Service Manuals
Service Manuals for your Volvo are available for purchase. These are the\
same used by competent
Volvo technicians. Each major system in the car is covered by an individ\
ual Manual. These are grouped
into ten sections and placed into a binder system. (Note that manuals a\
nd binders may be obtained
separately or in preassembled sets.)

Major sections within the binder system include: 0-General Information; \
1-Service and Maintenance; 2-
Engine; 3-Electrical System and Instruments; 4-Power Transmission; 5-Bra\
kes; 6-Suspension and
Steering; 7-Frame, Springs, Dampers and Wheels; 8-Body; 9-Accessories an\
d Other Equipment.

A Service Manual Brochure/Order Form was placed in the car prior to deli\
very from the dealer to you.
Complete ordering information is provided.

Please note that these manuals may be offered for sale by your Volvo dea\
ler. 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 obtained from your V\
olvo dealer, or by mail
directly from:

Volvo Cars of North America
Rockleigh Industrial Park
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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.