air condition VOLVO 240 1990 Owners Manual

Volvo 1990 240 Model
pg. 6 240 DL Sedan
pg. 7 Before you drive
pg. 8Instruments and controls
pg. 10Instruments
pg. 11Warning lights
pg. 12Clock, ambient temperature gauge
pg. 13Oil pressure gauge, voltmeter
pg. 14Ignition switch, turn signals
pg. 15Lighting
pg. 16Windshield wipers, washer nozzles
pg. 18Washer fluid reservoir
pg. 18Rear window demister, heated seat, hazard warning flasher
pg. 19Parking brake
pg. 20Cigarette lighter, ash trays
pg. 21Electrically operated windows
pg. 22Heating and ventilation
pg. 24Air conditioning
pg. 25Audio systems
pg. 26Child safety
pg. 28Seat belts
pg. 30SRS (Supplemental Restraint System)
pg. 32Doors and locks
pg. 33Trunk lid
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5 Instruments 10
6 Wiper/washer, tailgate window wiper/washer (wagon) 16
7 Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock 14
8 Air louver 23
9 Radio location 25
10 Air louver 23
11 Glove box -
12 Air louver 23
13 Fuse box 81
14 Hood release handle 34
15 Horn -
16 Cigarette lighter 20
17 Rear window demister 18
18 Hazard warning flashers 18
19 Air conditioning (some models) 24
20 Seat belt reminder light 28
21 Heating and ventilation 22
22 Gear lever or gear selector 45, 46
23 Ash tray 20
24 Storage compartment -
25 Electrically-operated windows (certain models only) 21
26 Control for electrically operated side mirrors (certain models only)\
-
27 Parking brake 19
28 Electrically-operated window, right front door (certain models only)\
21
29 Seat belt release buttons 28
30 Seat heaters 19
31 Seat belt reminder light 28
32 Ash tray 20

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,
etc. pg. 10 Instruments
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The gauge pointer must not go down to the red
field while driving.
Do not continue to drive the car with the pointer in
the red zone.
Note: While idling with a hot engine the pointer
may go into the red field. This is not a cause for
concern providing the pointer rises to the normal
driving range again when you increase the engine
speed. should be within the black field.
Should the pointer point to the upper or lower red
field when driving, this may indicate some fault in
the electrical system.
Note: While idling with a hot engine (especially
with air conditioning ON), the pointer may
indicate low voltage. This is not a cause for
concern provided that the indicated voltage
increases when you increase engine speed.




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pg. 22 Heating and ventilation Heating system

1 TEMP
Left = cool
Right = warm

2
FLOOR
Out = no air to floor
In = full flow

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
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If not using air conditioning, the recirculation feature should not be u\
sed in humid climates and at
temperatures above +23°F (-5°C).



Air louvers - dash

A Closed
B Open
C Directing air flow horizontally
D Directing air flow vertically
pg. 24 Air conditioning


Air conditioning

(standard on certain models)

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How to use the air conditioner:

1
Fan
Position 4 for rapid cooling.

2 AIR COND
Start the air conditioning compressor by turning the control knob clockw\
ise toward MAX.
For rapid cooling, position the knob into the orange range beyond MAX. A\
fter desired temperature is
reached re-position the control knob into the blue range.

At cruising speeds, the knob should be kept within the blue range. If it\
remains in the orange range, icing
may occur resulting in decreased cooling capacity.

3
Recirculation
Push in for rapid cooling and during high humidity conditions.

4 TEMP
When using the air conditioner for cooling, the TEMP control should be s\
et to COOL position, fully left.
Use the AIR COND control to regulate the temperature.

To obtain rapid cooling, all windows must be closed and buttons
and out. Cool air will then be
discharged through the four 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 conditi\
oner will dehumidify the air
inside the vehicle.

Have your Volvo dealer check the system for correct operation yearly. Th\
e air conditioning system
should be operated periodically to ensure trouble-free performance year \
round.
pg. 25 Audio systems
Operating instructions
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WARNING: Never use any single seat belt for more than one occupant.
Never wear the shoulder portion of the belt under the arm or otherwise o\
ut of position. Such use could,
in event of accident, cause injury.
Volvo recommends that all occupants fasten their seat belts. Aftermarket\
devices used to induce slack
into the shoulder belt portion of Volvo's three-point belt system will h\
ave a detrimental effect on the
amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision
Note: Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt
usage.

Maintenance

Check periodically that the anchor bolts are secure and that the belts a\
re in good condition.
Use water and a mild detergent for cleaning.
As the seat belts lose much of their strength when stretched, they shoul\
d be replaced after collision, even
though they may appear to be undamaged.
Never modify or repair the belt on your own. If repair is required, have\
the work performed by an
authorized Volvo dealer.
pg. 30 Supplemental Restraint System (optional in Canada)

As an enhancement to the three-point seat belt system, your Volvo is equ\
ipped with a Supplemental
Restraint System (SRS). The Volvo SRS consists of a drivers side air b\
ag with a driver's side knee
bolster. The system is designed to supplement the protection provided by\
the three-point seat belt
system.
The interior of an SRS-equipped Volvo looks very much the same as any ot\
her. The only indications of
the system's presence are the "SRS" embossed on the steering wheel pad, \
and the knee bolster beneath
the steering column. Also, the SRS diagnostic receptacle is indicated on\
the center dash panel.
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To obtain best parking brake performance, the brake linings should be br\
oken in.
Stop 5-7 times from 30 mph (50 km/h), transmission in neutral, applyin\
g the parking brake with the
release button pressed in during the stop. The force must not lock the r\
ear wheels. If this happens,
release the brake enough to let the wheels rotate. Drive a mile between \
each stop to cool the brakes.
Check for proper parking brake operation.
Note: The brake lights are not illuminated when applying the parking bra\
ke. To warn traffic from
behind it is therefore advisable to depress the brake pedal slightly to \
illuminate the brake lights.

600 - 1,200 mile maintenance service

To ensure proper operation the car should be taken to a Volvo dealer bet\
ween the first 600 - 1,200 miles
(1,000 - 2,000 km) for a maintenance service. The oil in the engine, m\
anual transmission and rear axle
will then be changed. This is very important since the oil rapidly colle\
cts impurities during the break-in
period.
pg. 43 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 speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Obs\
erve the following rules:

l Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by \
driving with a light foot on
the accelerator pedal instead of allowing the engine to idle for a prolo\
nged period. A cold engine uses
more fuel and is subject to increased wear.
l When possible avoid using the car for driving short distances. This does\
not allow the engine to reach
normal operating temperature.
l Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
l Do not exceed speed limit.
l Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the car.
l Check tire pressures regularly (cold tires).
l Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
l Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and there\
by fuel consumption.
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pg. 50 Trailer hauling
When preparing for trailer hauling, observe the following:

l Use a trailer hitch which meets Federal Safety Standards for rear end co\
llisions (FMVSS 301 -75).
For trailer weights exceeding 2,000 lbs (908 kgs) use only a trailer h\
itch offered as a Genuine Volvo
Accessory.
l Maximum trailer weight recommended by Volvo is 3,300 lbs (1,500 kg). \
However, for cars with automatic transmission, an optional Volvo automat\
ic transmission oil cooler
must be installed when trailer weight exceeds 2,000 lbs (908 kgs). Wit\
h manual transmission, 5th gear
should 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 bumper\
s. 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, no\
r should safety chains be
attached to the bumper.
Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle rear axle must not be used.
WARNING! Never connect a trailer's hydraulic-brake system directly to th\
e vehicle brake system, nor
a trailer's lighting system directly to the vehicle lighting system. Con\
sult your nearest authorized
Volvo dealer for correct installation.

Trailer hauling does not normally present any particular problems, but t\
ake into consideration:
l Recommended hitch tongue load is 110 lbs (50 kgs) for trailer weights \
below 2,650 lbs (1,200 kgs)
and 143-154 lbs (65-70 kgs) for trailer weights above 2,650 lbs (1,20\
0 kgs). However, it must not
exceed 200 lbs (90 kgs).
l For trailer weights between 2,650-3,300 lbs (1,200-1,500 kgs) a top sp\
eed of 50 mph (80 km/h)
should never be exceeded.
l Engine and transmission are subject to increased loads. Therefore, engin\
e coolant temperature should
be closely watched when driving in hot climate or hilly terrain. Use low\
er gear and turn off air
conditioner if temperature gauge pointer enters the red range.
l Avoid overload and other abusive operation.
l Hauling a trailer affects handling, durability and economy.
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complete unit.
Replace more frequently if contaminated fuel was introduced into the tan\
k.

Fuel system cap, tank, lines and connections

The ability of the fuel system to control hydrocarbon emissions is depen\
dent largely on a leak-free
system. Check for proper sealing of gasoline filler cap which contains "\
O"-ring type seals. Check all
evaporative hoses in vehicle for tightness. Check fuel lines under vehic\
le. Repair if necessary.

Air cleaner

Replace the air cleaner cartridge every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The \
cartridge should be replaced more
often when driving under dirty and/or dusty conditions.
The filter cannot be cleaned and should always be replaced with a new on\
e.

Checking and adjusting idle speed

Your Volvo is equipped with an electronically controlled idle speed syst\
em that requires no period
checking or adjustment.

Lamda-sond (oxygen sensor) system

This is an emission control system designed to reduce emissions and impr\
ove fuel economy. An oxygen
sensor monitors the composition of the exhaust gases leaving the engine.\
The exhaust gas analysis is fed
into an electronic unit which continuously influences the amount of fuel\
injected. This adjusts the air-
fuel ratio to provide optimum conditions for combustion and efficient re\
duction of the three major
pollutants (hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides) through\
a 3-way catalytic converter. pg. 67 Servicing
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