catalytic converter VOLVO S80 2001 Owners Manual

Before you operate your car for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the BREAK-IN information on
page 62. You should also be familiar with the information in the first three chapters of this manual.
Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be read after operating the
vehicle for the first time.
The manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. For this reason, it should be kept in the car for
ready access.
Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and exhaust
emission requirements. In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these requirements.
Modifications to the emission control system(s) may render your Volvo not certifiable for legal operation in the
U.S., Canada and other countries.
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication. Please note that some vehicles may be equipped differently,
depending on special legal requirments and that optional equipment described in this manual may not be
available in all markets.
Volvo reserves the right to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design, without
notice and without incurring obligation.
Volvo and the environment
Volvo is committed to the well being of our customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the
environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our
environmental impact.
Volvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall environmental
impact of a product throughout its complete life cycle. In this context, design, production, product use, and recycling
are all important considerations.
In production, Volvo has partly or completely phased out several chemicals including freons, lead chromates,
naphtanates, asbestos, mercury and cadmium; and reduced the amount of chemicals used in our plants 50% since 1991.
In use, Volvo was the first in the world to introduce into production a three-way catalytic converter with a Lambda
sond, now called oxygen sensor, in 1976. The current version of this highly efficient system reduces emissions of
harmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from the exhaust pipe by approximately 95% and the search to eliminate the
remaining emissions continues. Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air
conditioning system for all models as far back as the M/Y 1975 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined
purification systems and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal.
After Volvo cars and parts have fulfilled their use, recycling is the next critical step in completing the life cycle. The
metal content is about 75% of the total weight of a car, which makes the car among the most recycled industrial
products. In order to have efficient and well controlled recycling, many Volvo variants have printed dismantling
manuals, indicating the weight and material of individual components. For Volvo, all homogeneous plastic parts
weighing more than 1.7 oz. (50 grams) are marked with international symbols that indicate how the component is to be
sorted for recycling.
In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines,
Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles.
When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment.
To reduce your vehicle's environmental impact, you can:
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VOLVO S80
Chapter 6 - Starting and driving
pg. 63 Starting and driving
Fuel requirements64
Refueling65
Starting the engine66
Automatic transmission67
Driving economy71
Points to remember72
Emergency towing74
Vehicle towing information75
Towing a trailer76
Jump starting79
Winter driving80
Long distance trips81
Three-way catalytic converter82
pg. 64 Fuel requirements
NOTE ENGINE OIL:
Although some oil consumption occurs during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine is new
as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearingin to each other. From the time the engine is new until the
first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For this reason, it is especially
important to check the oil every time you refuel your car during this period. See page 115
.
Fuel requirements
Octane rating
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Volvo engines are designed for optimum performance on unleaded premium gasoline with an octane rating. AKI of 91,
or above. AKI (ANTI KNOCK INDEX) is an average of the Research Octane Number, RON, and the Motor Octane
Number, MON. (RON + MON/2).
The minimum octane requirement is AKI 87 (RON 91).
Deposit control gasoline (detergent additives)
Volvo recommends the use of gasoline containing deposit control additives. These additives have shown to be efficient
in keeping injectors and intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines will help ensure good
driveability and fuel economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains deposit control additives, check with
the service station operator.
Unleaded fuel
Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and Canadian regulations
require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be labelled "UNLEADED". Only these pumps have nozzles which fit
your car's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into a vehicle labelled "unleaded gasoline only". Leaded
gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated use of leaded
gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of the emission control system and 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.
NOTE: Some U.S. and Canadian gasolines contain an octane enhancing additive called methyl-cyclopentadienyl
manganese tricarbonyl (MMT). If such fuels are used, your Emission Control System performance may be affected,
and the Check Engine Light (malfunction indicator lamp) located on your instrument panel may light. If this occurs,
please return your vehicle to an authorized Volvo retailer for service.
Gasoline containing alcohol and ethers
"Oxygenated fuels"
Some fuel suppliers sell gasoline containing "oxygenates" which are usually alcohols or ethers. In some areas, state or
local laws require that the service pump be marked indicating use of alcohols or ethers. However, there are areas in
which the pumps are unmarked. If you are not sure whether there is alcohol or ethers in the gasoline you buy, check
with the service station operator. To meet seasonal air quality standards, some areas require the use of "oxygenated"
fuel.
Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygenated fuels; however, the octane ratings listed on this page must still be
met.
Alcohol — Ethanol: Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may be used. Ethanol may also be referred to as
Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".
Ethers — MTBE: Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.
pg. 65 Refueling
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..Geartronic..........69, 70
..Kickdown..........69
..Specifications..........124
Auxiliary socket..........27, 34
B
Backrests, rear seat - folding..........54
Battery..........80, 127
Battery maintenance..........117, 118
Replacing the battery..........118
Ventilation hose..........118
Blinds - rear/side rear windows..........38
Booster cushion..........13, 15
Booster cushion - integrated..........13
Brake failure warning light ..........24
Brake fluid..........116, 125
Brake system..........16
Break-in period..........64
Bulbs (list)..........127
Bulbs - replacing..........96-102
C
Capacities (oils and fluids)..........121
, 125
Cargo net in trunk..........53
Catalytic converters - three-way..........82
Center console - switches..........27
Center head restraint - rear seat..........3
Central locking buttons..........59
Chains - winter driving..........85
Changing wheels..........88, 89
Child booster cushion ......... 13, 15
Child restraint anchorages ........ 12
Child safety..........12, 13, 14, 15
Child safety locks - rear doors..........62
Climate controls..........41, 42, 43, 45
Climate system - general information..........44
Clock..........23
Coat hanger..........49
Cold weather driving..........80
Combination filter..........41, 45
Coolant..........110, 125
Cooling system..........71, 125
Courtesy light..........50
Courtesy lights (front) - replacing..........102
Courtesy lights - exterior..........56
Cruise control..........29
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Side direction indicator - replacing..........99
Side impact airbag system (SIPS)..........8
Side marker lights - replacing..........101
Sideview mirrors..........36
Sideview mirrors - folding ........27
Sideview mirrors - heated..........33
Sideview mirrors - memory function..........36
Snow chains..........85
Snow tires..........85
Spare tire.......... 53, 86
Spark plugs..........126
Specifications..........124
Speed -sensitive power steering..........72
SRS..........6
SRS diagnostic system..........24
Stability Traction Control (STC)..........18, 27
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)..........56, 66
Starting the engine..........66
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 32
Steering wheel lock..........32
Storage compartment in center console..........52
Storage compartments..........51
Studded tires..........85
Sun blinds..........38
Sun roof..........37
Supplemental Restraint System..........4, 24
Suspension..........126
Switches in center console ........ 27
T
Tachometer..........23
Tail light bulbs - replacing ........ 98
Temperature gauge..........23
Temporary spare tire..........86
Text window..........26
Three-way catalytic converters..........82
Tire pressure..........86
Tires..........72, 84, 85, 86, 87
Tires - changing..........88, 89
Tool bag..........53
Towing a trailer..........76
Towing eyelet..........74
Towing the car..........74, 75
Trailer towing..........76
Trailer weight - maximum..........123
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