automatic transmission VOLVO C70 2001 User Guide

WARNING!
· The jack's attachment must engage the bar in the jack attachment (A). The car's weight must not rest on the jack
attachment (B).
· Be sure the jack is on a firm, level, non-slippery surface.
· Never allow any part of your body to be extended under a car supported by a jack.
· Use the jack intended for the car when replacing a wheel. For any other job, use stands to support the side of the
car being worked on. -
· Apply the parking brake, select position P (automatic transmission) or Reverse gear (manual transmission).
· Block the wheels standing on the ground, use rigid wooden blocks or large stones.
· The jack should be kept well-greased.
CAUTION : Correct tightening torque on wheel bolts must be observed. The wheel bolts should never be greased or
lubricated. The extended, chromed wheel bolts must not be used with steel rims, as they make it impossible to fit the
hub caps.
Correct tightening order for wheel bolts
pg. 82 Spare tire
Temporary Spare (certain models)
The spare tire in your car is called a "Temporary Spare". It has the following designation: T125/90R15.
Recommended tire pressure (see decal on fuel filler flap) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the
car the Temporary Spare tire is used on.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.
CAUTION: The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULEC70
For complete maintenance information, please refer to your
Warranty and Service Records Information Booklet.
A = Adjust (Correct if necessary)
R = Replace
I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
Maintenance Operationthousand miles 7.51522.5 3037.5 4552.5 6067.5 7582.5
90 2
(thousand km)(12)(24) (36)(48) (60)(72) (84)(96) (108) (120)(132)(144)
EMISSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Engine oil and filter
1R R RR RR RR R RRR
Engine drive belt (accessory belt) I
Air cleaner filter R R R
Spark plugs R R R
Automatic transmission fluid I I I I I I
Timing belt - all engines
3
1) See section "Engine oil" for detailed information.
NOTE: The oil should be changed at these intervals, after 750 hours of driving or after 12 months,
whichever occurs first.
2) For services beyond 90,000 miles (144,000 km), please refer to the Warranty and Service Records
Information Booklet".
3) For proper functioning of the vehicle and its emission control systems, the timing belt and tensioner must be
replaced every 105,000 miles (168,000 km).
pg. 107 Maintenance schedule
2001
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE C70
A = Adjust (Correct if necessary)
R = Replace
I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
Maintenance Operationthousand miles 7.51522.5 3037.5 4552.5 6067.5 7582.5 90
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Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg. 119 Specifications
Specifications
This chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical specifications of your car. Oil/fluids specifications
120
Engine specifications121
Cooling/fuel/distributor ignition systems122
Front/rear suspensions122
Transmission, Capacities, Vehicle loading123
Electrical system/bulbs124
Dimensions and weights125
Service manuals, Road assistance126
pg. 120 Oil/fluid specifications
Oil quality
Engine Oil
Meeting or exceeding ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Engine oil Quality:
Meeting or exceeding ILSAC specification GF-2, including
ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy Conserving. Capacity (incl. filter)
: 6.1
US qts. (5.8 liters)*
Automatic
transmission
fluid Quality:
AW5: Only Volvo gearbox oil (1161540-8). Do not mix with
other oils. Capacity:
8 US qts. (7.6
liters)
Manual
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All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 123 Specifications
Power transmission
Manual transmission: M 56 H
Singledisc dry plate clutch. Allsynchromesh on all gears including reverse; integrated final drive. Operation via a floor
mounted gear lever.Final drive ratio 4.00:1
Reduction ratios
1st gear 3.07:1
2nd gear 1.77:1
3rd gear 1.19:1
4th gear 0.87:1
5th gear 0.70:1
Reverse 2.99:1
Automatic transmission: AW 50-50 LE
5-speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraulic torque converter with a lockup function;
planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location. Overdrive. Final drive ratio 2.76:1 (Turbocharged models: 2.56:1)
Reduction ratios AW5
1st gear 4.77:1
2nd gear 2.10:1
3rd gear 1.96:1
4th gear 1.32:1
5th gear 1.02:1
Reverse 3.23:1
Capacities
Fuel tank 17.9 US gal. (68 liters)
Cooling system 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Engine oil (incl. filter) 6.1 US qts. ( 5.8 liters) *
Automatic transmission 2 US gals (7.6 liters)
Manual transmission 2.2 US qts. (2.1 liters)
Power steering fluid 0.8 US qts (0.8 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir 4.7 US qts. (4.5 liters)
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INDEX
pg. 194 - 196 Index
A
ABS 17
Air conditioning35
Air mix33
Air vents33
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm44
Ambient temperature sensor25
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)17,19,69
Ashtrays31
Audio systems
- General information180
- SC813128
- SC816141
- SC-900/901157
Auto-dim (rear -view mirror)48
Automatic car washing101
Automatic daytime running24
Automatic transmission61,62,63,64, 123
Kickdown62
Automatic transmission fluid120
B
Battery118
,124
Battery drain - avoiding54
Battery maintenance118
Booster cushion12
Brake failure warning light17,18
Brake fluid114,120
Brake fluid warning light18
Brake system69
Brake warning light17
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