width VOLVO V70 2002 Owners Manual

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VOLVO V70
Chapter 7 - Wheels and tires
pg.103 Wheels and tires
General information, Wear indicator, Tire economy, Flat spots104
Wheels and tires - All Wheel Drive vehicles105
Snow chains, Snow tires/studded tires106
Inflation pressure, Vehicle loading, Spare tire107
Uniform tire quality grading108
Changing wheels109
pg. 104 Wheels and tires
General information
Your vehicle is equipped with tires according to the tire information label on the inside of the fuel filler door.
The following is an example of a tire designation code: 225/55 R16
225 = tire width in mm.
55 = tire profile. This is the relationship (in percent) between the section height and width of the tire.
R = radial tires.
16 = diameter in inches.
The tires have good road holding characteristics and offer good handling on dry and wet surfaces. It should be noted
however that the tires have been developed to give these features on snow/ice-free surfaces. Certain models are
equipped with "all-season" tires, which provide a somewhat higher degree of road holding on slippery surfaces
than tires without the "all-season" rating. However, for optimum road holding on icy or snow covered roads - we
recommend suitable winter tires on all four wheels . When replacing tires, be sure that the new tires are the same
dimensions, type (radial) and preferably from the same manufacturer, on all four wheels. Do not use bias ply tires.
Otherwise there is a risk of altering the car's roadholding and handling characteristics.
NOTE: When storing wheel/tire assemblies (e.g. snow tires and wheels), either stand the assemblies upright, or
suspend them off the ground. Laying wheel/tire assemblies on their sides for prolonged periods can cause wheel and/or
tire damage.
Wear indicator
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Vehicle loading
The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire
informa-tion label. The label is located on the inside of the fuel filler door. The label lists both tire and vehicle design
limits. Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated.WARNING!
Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead to failure
resulting in loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
Temporary Spare
The spare tire in your car is called a "Temporary Spare". It has the following designation: T125/80 R17 (T135/90 R17
on the Cross Country).
At the recommended tire pressure shown on the inside of the fuel filler door, the tire may be used as a temporary
replacement for a front or rear tire.
In the event of damage to this tire, a new one can be purchased from your Volvo retailer.WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Temporary Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement for a
punctured tire. It must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire. Road holding and handling may be
affected with the "Temporary Spare" in use. Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h). Do not drive farther than 50 miles
(80 km) on a temporary spare tire.
All Wheel Drive models: Driving with the "Temporary Spare" at speeds above 50 mph (80 kph) can lead to
excessive wear on transmission components.
CAUTION:
The car must not be driven with wheels of different dimensions or with a spare tire other than the one that came with
the car. The use of different size wheels can seriously damage your car's transmission.
NOTE: Certain models may be equipped with a full-size spare tire. When used, it should be inflated to the same
pressure as the tire it is replacing.
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Uniform tire quality grading
ALL PASSENGER CAR TIRES MUST CONFORM TO FEDERAL SAFETY REQUIREMENTS IN
ADDITION TO THESE GRADES
Quality grades can be found, where applicable, on the tire sidewall between the tread shoulder and maximum section
width. For example:
Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
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* The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) should always be quoted in all correspondence concerning your vehicle
with the retailer and when ordering parts.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 139 Dimensions and weights
Dimensions
Length 185.4 in. (471 cm), Cross Country -186.2 (473 cm)
Width 70.9 in. (180 cm), Cross Country - 73.2 in. (186 cm)
Height 57.5 in. (146 cm), V70 AWD - 58.7 in. (149 cm), Cross Country - 61.4 in. 156 cm)
Wheelbase 108.7 in. (276 cm), Cross Country - 108.7 in. (276 cm)
Track, front 61.4 in. (156 cm), Cross Country - 63.4 in. (161 cm)
Track, rear 61.4 in. (156 cm), Cross Country - 61 in. (155 cm)
Turning circle (between curbs) 35.8-39 ft. (10.9-11.9 m)
Cargo capacity 35.9 cu. ft. (1 m 3 )
* See also section "Trailer towing" USA Canada
Max roof load 220 lbs 100 kg
Max trailer weight (w/o brakes) 1100 lbs 500 kg Max trailer weight (with brakes) 3300 lbs 1500 kgMax tongue weight * 165 lbs 75 kg
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total loaded weight capacity of
the vehicle must not be exceeded.
Weights USA Canada
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