open hood VOLVO 240 1990 Owners Manual

Volvo 1990 240 Model
Brake failure warning light (red)

If the light comes on while driving and the brake
pedal can be depressed further than normal, it is an
indication that one of the brake circuits is not
functioning. Stop immediately, open engine hood
and check brake fluid level (see section "Brake fluid,
power steering").
Reservoir empty: do NOT drive. Tow car to shop for
check/repair of brake system. Reservoir not empty:
proceed immediately and with caution to a Volvo
dealer for an inspection of the brake system.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning
light:

pg. 12 Service reminder light, Clock, Ambient temperature gauge
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)

If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the\
SRS diagnostic system has detected a
fault. Take the car to an authorized Volvo dealer for an inspection of t\
he system. See the SRS section for
more information.

Service reminder light

This light will come on at 5,000 mile (8,000 km) intervals. It is a re\
minder to the driver that the 5,000
mile (8,000 km) service interval has been exceeded. The light will sta\
y on 2 minutes after start until
reset by the servicing dealer.

Check Engine warning light
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To reconnect the lock to the central locking system:

Withdraw key in vertical position



Trunk light

A Light always off.
B Light on when trunk lid is open.
pg. 34 Hood, Long load storage


To open the hood
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Pull the release handle (located under the left side of the dash).
Lift the hood slightly, insert a hand under the center line of the hood \
and depress the safety catch handle.
Open the hood.
Check that the hood locks properly when closing.



Long load storage (except wagon)

A flap in the rear seat makes it possible to carry "long loads" such as \
skis, etc.
WARNING!
When braking rapidly the load could be displaced and cause injury to occ\
upants. Sharp edges on the
load should be covered for protection. It is essential that the "load" b\
e secured safely. Use belts locked
around the folded down armrest (see illustration).
WARNING!
Do no place heavy objects on the rear window shelf. These objects can be\
come dangerous projectiles
in the event of sudden braking. Always secure large or heavy objects wit\
h the seat belts.

An optional, specially designed, storage bag should also be used to avoi\
d soiling or tearing the
upholstery. Please note that the flap in the rear seat is intended only \
for light loads such as skis, wood
etc.
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The power assist to the brakes functions only when the engine is running\
. When the car is moving
without the engine running the brake pedal pressure required to stop the\
car is increased 3- 4 times.
The brake pedal feels stiff and hard.
Disc brake noise: A slight-to-moderate amount of disc brake "squeal" is \
considered normal.

Air dam (front spoiler)

A non-factory air dam can negatively influence the normal flow of coolin\
g air to the front wheel brakes.
(See section titled "Wheels and Tires").

If one of the brake circuits should malfunction the red warning light wi\
ll come on



(See section titled "Warning Lights".)
The pedal stroke increases slightly and the pedal feels softer but the p\
edal pressure required does not
increase noticeably.
If the light comes on while driving and the brake pedal can be depressed\
further than normal, it is an
indication that one of the brake circuits is not functioning. Stop immed\
iately, open engine hood and
check brake fluid level.
Reservoir empty: do NOT drive. Tow car to shop for check/repair of brake\
system. Reservoir not empty:
proceed immediately and with caution to a Volvo dealer for an inspection\
of the brake system.

Severe strain on the brake system

The brakes will be subject to severe strain when driving in mountains or\
hilly areas. The speed is usually
low which means that the cooling of the brake is less efficient than whe\
n driving on level roads.
To reduce the strain on the brakes it is advisable not to use the brakes\
excessively.
Instead, shift into a lower gear and let the engine help with the brakin\
g. A good rule is to use the same
gear downhill as would be used ascending the same grade. For vehicles wi\
th automatic transmission use
position 2, or in some cases, 1.
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