engine oil VOLVO S90 1998 Owner's Manual

1998 Volvo S90
Chapter 8 - (cont.)
Engine compartment
pg. 114
Engine compartment S90/V90

1 Expansion tank, coolant
2 Oil filler cap, engine
3 Engine oil dipstick
4 Brake fluid reservoir
5 Battery
6 Data plate
7 Radiator
8 Power steering fluid reservoir
9 Air cleaner
10 Washer fluid reservoir
11 Main fuse box
12 Relay/fuse box

WARNING!
The cooling fan may start or continue to
operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the
engine has been switched off.
Lubrication pg. 115

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Check, without removing the cap, that the level is above
the "MIN" mark of the fluid reservoir.
Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized
Volvo retailer.
Drive belt pg. 117
Belt check

Check the belt regularly to make sure it is in good
condition and is clean. A worn or dirty belt can cause poor
cooling and low generator output as well as impair the
operation of the power steering and the air conditioning
unit.

WARNING! The engine must not be running when
this check is performed. NOTE: The belt is equipped with a self-questioning
mechanism and requires no adjustment between changes.
Cooling system pg. 118



Changing coolant

Normally, the coolant does not
need to be changed. If the system
must be drained, use the following
procedure:
Remove the expansion tank cap.
Open the drain cock on the right
side of the engine block and
disconnect the lower radiator
hose.
Fill coolant through the expansion
tank. The heater controls should
be fully open when draining and
WARNING: If the engine is
warm and you are going to top
up coolant, unscrew the cap
slowly in order to allow any
excess pressure to escape.


NOTE: Do not top up with water
only. Water by itself reduces the
rust-protective and anti-freeze
qualities of the coolant and has a
lower boiling point. It can also
cause damage to the cooling system
if it should freeze.
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1998 Volvo S90
Chapter 9 - Specifications
pg. 121
Specifications
This chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical spec\
ifications of
your car.
Oil/Fluids specifications pg. 122

Engine specifications pg. 123
Cooling system pg. 124
Fuel system pg. 124
Distributor ignition system pg. 124
Transmission pg. 125
Suspension pg. 125
Electrical system/bulbs pg. 126
Capacities pg. 127
Service manuals, Road assistance pg. 128
Dimensions and weights pg. 129
Oil/Fluids Specifications
pg. 122
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Oil quality

Meeting API specification SG, SG/CD, SH or
Energy Conserving (EC) II
For best fuel economy and engine protection,
consult with your authorized Volvo retailer for
recommended oils. Oil with a different quality
rating may not provide adequate engine
protection.
Synthetic oils complying with oil quality
requirements are recommended for: driving in
areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or
cold), when towing a trailer over long distances or
for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless
advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
NOTE:SAE 15W/40 should only be used in
extreme operating conditions such as trailer
towing in sustained ambient temperatures over
104° F (40° C). However, SAE 10W-30 synthetic
oil would be a better alternative in such
conditions.
SAE 15W-40 should not be used under normal
operating conditions.

Capacity (including filter): 5.9 US qts = 5.75
liters
Automatic transmission
fluid Quality:ATF Dexron
IIE/III and Mercon
Capacity:7.9 US qts. (7.5 liters)
Rear axle oil Quality: API-GL-5
(MIL-L-2105 C or D)
SAE 80W-90Capacity:1.4 US qts (1.3 liters) sedans/
wagons
Power steering fluid Quality: ATF F,GCapacity:1.05 US qts. (1.0 liters)
Brake fluid Brake fluid type:DOT 4
+Capacity: 0.63 US qt. (0.6 liter)

All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specifications pg. 123
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1998 Volvo S90
Engine

Liquid-cooled, gasoline, 6-
cylinder, in-line engine.
Aluminum alloy cylinder
block with cast-iron cylinder
liners cast directly into block.
Aluminum alloy cylinder head
with double overhead
camshafts and separate intake
and outlet channels.
Engine lubrication is provided
by an eccentric pump driven
from the crankshaft. Full-flow
type oil filter. Exhaust
emission control
accomplished by fuel
injection, heated oxygen
sensors and three-way
catalytic converter.
Type designation

Output (SAE J 1349)

Max. torque (SAE J 1349) at
rpm
Number of cylinders
Bore
Stroke
Displacement
Compression ratio
Valve clearance:Volvo B 6304 S

181 hp at 5200 rpm
(135 kW at 73 rps)
199 ft. lbs. (274 Nm) at 4100
rpm
6
3.27" (83 mm)
3.54" (90 mm)
2.92 liters
10.7:1
Self-adjusting


All specifications are subject
to change without notice.
Specifications (cont.) pg. 124
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Ashtray rear 1.2 W Volvo P/
N966326 1
Seat belt lock 1.2 W Volvo P/
N966326 1
Instrument
warning/
indicator lights 1.2 W Volvo P/
N966326 –
All specifications are subject to change without
notice
Specifications pg. 127
Vehicle Loading

The tires on your Volvo should perform to
specifications at all normal loads when inflated as
recommended on the tire information label. The
label is located on the rear-facing edge of the
right-front door. This label lists both tire and
vehicle design limits. Do not load your car beyond
the load limits indicated.


WARNING!
Improperly inflated tire will reduce tire life,
adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly
lead to failure resulting in loss of vehicle control
without prior warning.
Capacities

Fuel tank (approx.) 21.1 US gal.*
80 liters
Cooling System 10.5 US qts.
(10 liters)
Engine 5.9 US qts. **
at oil change 5.75 liters
Engine, 5.5 US qts. **
excl. oil filter 5.15 liters
Automatic transmission 7.9 US qts.
7.5 liters
Rear axle 1.4 US qts.
1.3 liters
Power steering gear 0.8 US qts.
0.8 liter

*"Usable" capacity - 20.3 US gallons (77 liters)
** if oil cooler is drained, add 0.47 US qts (0.4
liter)
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provides you with a better
understanding of the problems
related to car radio reception.

Reception conditions are not
always optimum and this is, of
course, beyond our control.
However, we have endeavored
to make the Volvo Audio
System of a quality that will
enable you to enjoy the best
possible reception no matter
what the reception conditions
may be. rag. Spray it again. Lower and
raise the antenna. Wipe it clean
and dry again. Lower and raise
the antenna 4-6 times. Make
sure it is dry and free from dirt
or lubricating oil.
damaged. When cleaning the
window be careful that the wires
are not scratched by rings, etc. If
they are damaged, radio
reception will be impaired.
Inside back cover
WARNING!

Detergents and solvents
Do not use gasoline containing lead or benzene as a detergent or solvent\
. Both lead and benzene are
toxic and may be hazardous to your health.

Installation of optional equipment/use of mobile telephones
Incorrectly installed optional equipment, alarm systems or the use of mo\
bile telephones which are not
connected to a suitable antenna can cause faults in the car's electronic\
control systems. Your car is
equipped with an accessory connector located under the dashboard on the \
driver's side. Please consult
your Volvo retailer if you have any questions before connecting accessor\
y or optional equipment to
the vehicle's electrical systems.

Carbon monoxide
Carbon monoxide is a poisonous, colorless and odorless gas which is pres\
ent in all exhaust gases. If
you ever smell exhaust fumes from inside the vehicle, make sure the pass\
enger compartment is
ventilated and immediately return the vehicle to your retailer for corre\
ction.
Never sit in a parked or stopped car for any extended amount of time, nor hav\
e it unattended while
the engine is running.
Never operate the engine in confined, unventilated areas.
Back cover
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The following should be
checked regularly:

Coolant level should be
between the expansion tank
marks. Mixture: 50% anti-
freeze and 50% water. See
page 118.

Power steering - When
cold, the level must not be
above the COLD mark and
when hot it must not be
above the HOT mark. Top
up if the level drops to the
ADD mark with ATF fluid.
See page 116.

Engine oil - level should be
between the dipstick marks.
The distance between the
marks represents approx. 1
US qts. (1 liter). See page
108.

Brake fluid - check,
without removing the cap,
that the level is above the
MIN mark. Use brake fluid
DOT 4+. See page 116.

Washer fluid - reservoir
should be filled with water
and solvent (wintertime:
windshield washer anti-
freeze). See page 119.

Octane rating, see page 55.

Tire pressure, see label located on
the rear edge of the right front
door.

Bulbs Power Socket US Bulb
No.
1 70 W HB3/9005
2 60 W HB4/90006
3 5W BA 15
s 67
4 21 W BA 15
s 1156
5 21/5
W BAY
15 d
1157
6 21 W BAU
15 s –
7 21/5
W BAY
15d
1157NA

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