tailgate VOLVO 850 1996 User Guide

1996 Volvo 850

The tailgate incorporates a safety catch which is located to the side of\
the lock.
A The tailgate cannot be opened from the inside.
B The tailgate functions normally.

NOTE: You must use the end of a key, screwdriver, etc. to move the child\
safety lock.
WARNING! Remember, in the event of an accident, the tailgate cannot be o\
pened from the inside
when the safety catch is in position A.
pg. 2:14 Trunk light, Spare, Jack tire (sedan)

Trunk light

A Light always off.
B Light is on when trunk lid is opened.

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Cargo space lighting

There is an extra courtesy light at the rear of the cargo space.

A The light is always OFF.
B Light comes on when the tailgate is opened.

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WARNING! Do not remove the coolant expansion tank
cap.

See "Coolant" to check and top-up the coolant level if necessary.
CAUTION: Drive slowly and carefully if going through standing water (i.\
e. flooded roadways, etc.).
Damage to engine could result if excess water is ingested through the ai\
r intake system.
Never drive the vehicle in water deeper than 1 foot (300 mm).
See the flood warning on page 3:7.
WARNING! Do not drive with trunk lid or tailgate open!
Poisonous exhaust gases may enter via the trunk lid or tailgate.
If the trunk lid/tailgate must be kept open for any reason, proceed as f\
ollows:
l Close the windows.
l Set the ventilation system control to air to floor, windshield and side \
windows and blower control to
its highest setting.
Electrical system

When replacing the battery or when carrying out work involving the elect\
rical system, the following
should be observed:
l A battery connection to the wrong terminal will damage the diodes. Befor\
e connections are made,
check the polarity of the battery with a voltmeter.
l If booster batteries are used for starting, they must be properly connec\
ted to minimize the risk of the
diode being damaged. For correct connection, see "Jump starting" section\
.
l Never disconnect the battery circuit (for example, to replace the batte\
ry) while the engine is running,
as this will immediately ruin the generator. Always make sure that all t\
he battery connections are
properly tightened.
l If any electrical-welding work is performed on the vehicle, the ground l\
ead and all the connecting
cables of the generator must be disconnected and the welder cables place\
d as near the welding point as
possible.
l The radio must be turned off before the battery is disconnected.
l The anti-theft code must be re-entered before the radio will function pr\
operly.
l The electrical system in your car is designed to accommodate Volvo acces\
sories. It also has an
accessory connector beneath the dashboard on the driver's side.
pg. 4:11 Points to remember
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Replacing headlight wiper blades (certain models)

Pull the wiper blade in the direction indicated by the arrow in illustra\
tion to remove it. Press the new
blade into place. Check that the new blade is properly attached to the w\
iper arm.

Cleaning the outside of the wiper blades

If the windshield/tailgate is not clear after using the wiper(s) or if\
the blade chatters when running, wax
or other material may be on the blade or on the surface of the glass.
Clean the glass with a suitable cleaning agent. The glass is clean if be\
ads do not form when you rinse it
with water.
Clean the wiper blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full s\
trength windshield washer
solvent. Then rinse the blade with water.
Clean the wiper blade by wiping vigorously with a cloth soaked in full s\
trength windshield washer
solvent. Then rinse the blade with water. Wiper blades should be checked\
on a regular basis and
replaced when worn. pg. 6:18 In case of emergency
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No. Lubrication point lubricant No. Lubrication point lubricant
1 Hood lock and latch Oil 6 Window winder (on
inside of door) Oil, grease, low
temperature grease
2 Door stop and hinges Oil 7 Front seat slide rail
and latch Oil
3 Sun roof wind
deflector Oil
Low temperature
grease
8
Door locks Volvo teflon lock
spray
4 Door lock catch plate Oil
5 Trunk/tailgate lid lock Low temperature
grease
To avoid rattles and unnecessary wear, the body should be lubricated at \
regular service intervals. This
should be done by an authorized Volvo retailer.
pg. 8:10 Engine oil
Checking the oil level

The oil level should be checked every time the car is refuelled. This is\
especially important during the
engine break-in period (up to the first service).
CAUTION : Not checking the oil level regularly can result in serious eng\
ine damage if the oil
becomes too low.
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