oil dipstick VOLVO 240 1990 Owners Manual

Volvo 1990 240 Model

1 Data plate
2 Oil filler cap, engine
3 Oil dipstick, engine
4 Brake fluid reservoir
5 Washer fluid reservoir
6 Expansion tank, coolant
7 Battery
8 Oil reservoir, power steering
9 Fuse, engine control pg. 60 Fuel requirements
Unleaded Fuel

Each Volvo has a catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline\
(as specified on the
instrument panel and by a label near the filter inlet). U.S. and Canadi\
an regulations require that pumps
delivering unleaded gasoline be labeled "UNLEADED". Only these pumps hav\
e nozzles which fit your
car's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into a vehicl\
e labelled "unleaded gasoline only".

Leaded gasoline damages the catalytic converter and the oxygen sensor sy\
stem. Repeated use of leaded
gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of the emission control system an\
d could result in loss of emission
warranty coverage. State and local vehicle inspection programs will make\
detection of misfueling easier,
possibly resulting in emission test failure for misfueled vehicles.

Octane Rating

Volvo recommends the use of premium unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 \
rating of 91. This is
generally equivalent to a Research Octane Number (RON) of 95 or higher\
.

Deposit Control Gasolines

Volvo recommends the use of gasolines that contain "Deposit Control" add\
itives. These additives are
specially formulated to prevent the build up of certain injector and int\
ake system deposits. Fuels
containing "Deposit Control" additives are usually advertised as contain\
ing them and may have
additional claims to "clean injectors and intake valves" or similar word\
ing.
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Checking oil level

The oil level should be checked each time the fuel tank is refilled. Be \
sure the oil level is maintained
between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick. Low oil level can cau\
se internal damage to the
engine and overfilling can result in high oil consumption. The distance \
between the dipstick marks
represents approx. 1 quart (1 liter) of oil.

Changing oil filter

Replace the oil filter at every oil change. If the oil filter is changed\
separately, 1/2 US qt = 1/2 liter of oil
should be added.

To add oil or change oil

Add oil of the same kind as already used. See engine oil section.
Note: Allow engine to cool before changing
oil.

Coolant

Maintain fluid level between MAX and MIN marks on expansion tank. Mixtur\
e of 50 percent Volvo
antifreeze type C (blue-green) or similar and 50 percent water should \
be used. See "Coolant" section.
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Automatic transmission

Capacity: 7.8 US qts (7.4 liters)
Fluid type: Automatic Transmission Fluid type Dexron II D.
Replace: every 20,000 miles (32,000 km).

A Cold transmission: oil temperature = + 105°F ( + 40°C) .
This is a normal temperature for the transmission after idling for about\
10 minutes.
At oil temperature below +105°F (+40°C), the level may be below \
the MIN mark.

B Warm transmission: oil temperature = + 195°F ( + 90°C) .
This temperature is obtained when driving for about 30 minutes.
At oil temperature above + 195°F ( + 90°C), the level may be abo\
ve the MAX mark.
Note!
The engine should be idling when checking transmission fluid
level.

Check the oil level as follows:
Park the car on level surface with the engine idling.
Slowly move the selector lever through all the gear positions and then t\
o position P. Wait 2 minutes
before checking the oil level. As the illustration shows, the dipstick h\
as a "Cold" and a "warm" side.
The oil level should be between the MIN and MAX marks.
Wipe the dipstick with a clean cloth.
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WARNING! The oil may be very
hot!

Do not use rags which can leave lint on the dipstick.
The transmission is topped up via the dipstick tube.
The space between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick corresponds to 0\
.5 US qts (0.5 liter). Do
not fill the transmission with too much oil, since this can result in oi\
l being ejected from the
transmission.
Too little oil, on the other hand, can negatively affect transmission op\
eration, particularly in very cold
weather.
pg. 72 Rear axle oil, Power steering fluid, Brake fluid


Rear axle oil

Capacity: 1030 1.4 US qts 1.3 liters
1031 1.7 US qts 1.6 1iters
Oil type: API GL-5 (MIL-L-2105 B or C) or Volvo Rear Axle Oil 1161329 \

Viscosity: SAE 90 or 80W / 90
Replace: at 600 - 1,200 mile (1,000 - 2,000 km) service only

The oil level should be up to the filler plug (A).
Drain rear axle oil through drain plug (B).
When the temperature is consistently below 15°F (-10°C), use API\
GL-5 SAE 80/90W oil.
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Cars equipped with limited slip differentials should use oils with prope\
r additives.



Power steering fluid

Capacity: 0.8 US qts = 0.75 1iters
Fluid type: ATF
Replace: no fluid change required.

The dipstick is attached to the cap. Fluid level should be between MIN a\
nd MAX marks. Add fluid
when the level is at the ADD mark.



Brake fluid

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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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