VOLVO 850 1996 Owners Manual

1996 Volvo 850
examine the curved metal wire to see if it is broken. If so, put in a ne\
w fuse of the same color and
amperage (written on the fuse). Spare fuses are stored in a compartmen\
t in the fuse box.

If fuses burn out repeatedly, have the electrical system tested at a Vol\
vo retailer.

If you find it difficult to remove a fuse, you will find a special fuse \
tool clipped in the fuse box. pg. 6:14 Fuses
Location * Amperage

1 Fuel injection, distributor ignition system, automatic gearbox 15A
2 Fuel pump 15A
3 Interior courtesy lights 10A
4 –
5 ECC blower (speed 4) 30A
6 Central locking system 25A
7 Audio system 15A
8 –
9 ABS 30A
10 Electrically heated rear seat 15A
11 Electrically heated rear window and side-door mirrors 30A
12 Brake lights 10A
13 Hazard warning flashers, headlight flashers 15A
14 ABS 30A
15 OBD socket, courtesy lights, open door warning lights,
remote operated central locking system 10A
16 Power antenna, electrical connector for trailer, accessories 30A
17 Key reminder, seat belt reminder 10A
18 Front fog lights 15A
19 Left high beam 15A
20 Right high beam, high beam indicator light 15A
21 Left low beam 15A
22 Right low beam 15A
23 Left parking lights, license plate lights 10A
24 Right parking lights 10A
25 Rear fog light, rear fog light indicator light 10A
26 Heated front/rear seats, power side-view mirrors 25A
27 Backup lights, direction indicators 15A
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28 Cruise control, heated rear windows, seat belt reminder light,
bulb failure warning sensor, shiftlock 10A
29 ABS 15A
30 Cigarette lighter 10A
31 ECC blower (speeds 1-3), ECC, AC-compressor 25A
32 Audio system, remote controlled central locking 10A

Location * Amperage
33 Rear window wiper/washer (wagons) 15A
34 Windshield/headlight wipers/washers, horn 25A
35 Instrument panel lights, power sun roof 10A
36 –
37 Power windows, power sun roof AUT/CB **
38 –
39 Power seat (driver's side) AUT/CB **
40 Power seat (passenger's side) AUT/CB **
* Some of the equipment/systems listed may be available on certain model\
s only.
** This is an automatic circuit breaker located in the fuse box and does\
not normally need to be
replaced.

For more detailed information concerning function and location of relays\
, fuses, etc., refer to the Volvo
Service Manuals. These can be purchased directly using the Service Liter\
ature Brochure/Order Form or
through your Volvo retailer. pg. 6:15 Installation of accessories
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Installation of accessories

In order to help avoid interference and damage to your car's electrical \
system, your car is equipped with
an accessory connector located under the instrument panel on the driver'\
s side.

Please consult your Volvo retailer if you have any questions before conn\
ecting accessory or optional
equipment to the vehicle's electrical system.

Connector (for accessories)
Position Connection Max.
load
1 Battery + (30) 20 A
2 X Supply 0,5 A
3 High beam 1 A
4 Low beam 1 A
5 Pos Light 1 A
6 Rheostat 0,5 A
7 Front acc.
conn. 2 A
8 Earth (31) –
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pg. 6:16 Replacing wiper blades
Replacing wiper blades

Lift the wiper arm off the windshield and hold blade at right
angles to arm. Pinch the end of the plastic clip located at the
back of the arm.

Slide the wiper blade along the arm to release it from the
hook.

Install new blade (installation is the reverse of removal) and
make sure that it is properly attached to the wiper arm.

For reasons of safety, you should change the windshield
wiper blades as soon as they start to leave marks on the
windshield or fail to wipe efficiently and cleanly.

To obtain maximum lifetime from a set of wiper blades,
clean them with a stiff-bristle brush and warm, soapy water
as part of a normal car wash.
pg. 6:17 Replacing headlight wiper blades
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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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Shiftlock release (automatic transmission only)

The gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To manually releas\
e the shiftlock:
l Turn the starting (ignition) key to position I
l Press firmly on the "SHIFTLOCK OVERRIDE" button located to the right of \
the base of the gear
selector
l While holding the override button down, press the button on the front of\
the gear selector
l Move the selector from the ( P )ark position.


Fuel tank cover does not open

Faulty motor in fuel tank cover
(Sedans):
Open the cover panel on the right tail light unit and pull on the hook. \

The fuel tank cover can then be opened.
(Wagons):
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Remove the right floor cover (the center storage compartment must be op\
ened first) and the cover panel
on the right lower tail light. Pull on the hook and the fuel tank cover \
can then be opened.




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Car care
pg. 7:1 Car care
Car care

Car care includes not only maintaining the appearance of the car, but al\
so protecting the car exterior
from the effects of air pollution, rain, mud or road salt. The rustproof\
ing compound under the car should
be checked regularly and, if necessary, damaged areas should be repaired\
. The paintwork should also be
touched up immediately, if damaged, to prevent rust formation.

7:2 Paint touch-up
7:4Washing
7:5Automatic car washing, Polishing and waxing
7:6Cleaning the upholstery
pg. 7:2 Paint touch-up
Paint touch-up

Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a ha\
bit to check the finish regularly
- when washing the car for instance. Touch up if necessary.

Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo re\
tailer for any extensive damage.

Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint.

NOTE: When ordering touch-up paint from your Volvo retailer, use the pai\
nt code indicated on the
model plate. The plate is located on the panel above the right-side head\
lights.
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Minor stone chips and scratches

Material:
Primer - can
Paint - touch-up bottle
Brush
Masking tape

NOTE: When touching up the car, it should be clean and dry. The surface \
temperature should be above
60° F (15° C).

Scars on the surface

If the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and undamaged lay\
er of paint remains, the touch-
up paint can be applied as soon as the spot has been cleaned.

Deep scars

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1. Place a strip of masking tape over the damaged surface. Pull the tape\
off so that any loose flakes of
paint adhere to it. pg. 7:3 Paint touch-up (cont.)

2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a small brush.
When the primer surface is dry, the paint can be applied using a brush. \
Mix the paint thoroughly; apply
several thin paint coats and let dry after each application.

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