VOLVO V70 2003 Owners Manual
Manufacturer: VOLVO, Model Year: 2003, Model line: V70, Model: VOLVO V70 2003Pages: 117, PDF Size: 2.56 MB
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pg. 145 Transmission specifications
Power transmission
Manual transmission: M 56 LK
Single-disc dry plate clutch. All-synchromesh 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 3.39:1
2nd gear 1.91:1
3rd gear 1.19:1
4th gear 0.87:1
5th gear 0.70:1
Reverse 3.30:1
Automatic transmission: AW 55-50
5-speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraulic torque converter with a lock-up function;
planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location. Overdrive.
Final drive ratio 2.44:1*
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
* XC70 2.65:1
pg. 146 Oil/fluid specifications and volumes
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.
Volume:
Capacity (including oil filter): 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
AW5: Only Volvo gearbox oil (1161540-8). Do not mix with other oils.
Volume: 7.9 US qts (7.5 liters)
Cooling system
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Type: Positive pressure, closed system. The thermostat begins to open at 194 °F (90 °C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Power steering fluid
ATF fluid
Volume: 0.95 US qts (0.9 liters)
Brake fluid
DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433
Volume: 0.64 US qts (0.6 liters)
Climate control system - refrigerant (R 134a)
Oil: PAG
Volume: 2.2 lbs (1,000 g) R134a
Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Volume (fuel tank): 18.5 US gals (70 liters) or 19 US gals (72 liters) on models equipped with All Wheel Drive.
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 147 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 1-2-4-5-3
Electronic ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: Champion RC8PYP 8 (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap: 0.028-0.032" (0.7-0.8 mm)
Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. (25 Nm)
WARNING!
The ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to prevent injury.
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Always turn the ignition off when:
Replacing ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
Do not touch any part of the ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in a shock and bodily
injury.
Front suspension
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support frame. Power-assisted
rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column. The alignment specifications apply to an unladen car but include
fuel, coolant and spare wheel.
Rear suspension
Individual rear wheel suspension with longitudinal support arms, double link arms and track rods.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 148 Electrical system
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors. Grounded on chassis.
Battery
Voltage: 12 Volt, capacity: 600 A/115 min reserve capacity.
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are disposed of
correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
Generator
Rated output: max. current: 140 A
Starter motor:
Output: 1.7 kW
Bulbs
Bulb US no. Power Socket
Headlights
- High beam HB3 60W -
- Low beam H7 55W -
Front parking lights 5W W2.1x9.5d
Front direction indicators (yellow) 21 W BAU 15d Front fog lights H1 55 W -
Rear direction indicators (yellow) 21W BAU 15 s Tail lights 67 5W BA 15 s
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Brake lights1156 21W BA 15 s
Backup lights1156 21W BA 15 s
Rear fog light/rear parking lights 21/4W BA 15 s
License plate light - 5 W W 2.1x9.5d
Door step courtesy lights
Front - 5W SV 8.5
Cargo area lights - 5 W SV 8.5
Glove compartment light - 2 W BA 9s Vanity mirror light(s) - 12V 1.2W -Instrument lighting - 3 W W 2.1x9.5d
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
pg. 149 Volvo On Call
Your new Volvo comes with a four year ON CALL road assistance. Additional information, features, and benefits are
described in a separate information package in your glove compartment.
If you have misplaced your package, dial:
In the U.S.A.
1-800-63-VOLVO (1-800-638-6586)
In Canada:
1-800-263-0475
Technician certification
In addition to Volvo factory training, Volvo supports certification by the National Institute for Automotive Excellence
(A.S.E.). Certified technicians have demonstrated a high degree of competence in specific areas. Besides passing
exams, each technician must also have worked in the field for two or more years before a certificate is issued. These
professional technicians are best able to analyze vehicle problems and perform the necessary service procedures to
keep your Volvo at peak operating condition.
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
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VOLVO V70
INDEX
pg. 171 - 174 Index
A
ABS 19
ABS - warning light29
Accessory lights31
Adjusting the steering wheel35
Advanced User Mode (AUM) - radio159
Air conditioning48 - 51
Air filter - engine132
Air pump system131
Air vents46
Airbag (SIPS)8
Airbag (SRS)4
Alarm80, 81
Alarm - "panic" function80
All Wheel Drive
- general information94
- using snow chains109
ALR/ELR14
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)19
Anti-lock Brake System - warning light29
Antifreeze104, 131
Approach lighting76
Armrest (center) - 3-section rear seat65
Ashtray39, 59
Audio systems151
- cassette deck162
- CD player160
- HU -613 - overview152
- HU -803 - overview153
- specifications165
AUM (Advanced User Mode) - radio159
Automatic car washing128
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Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)14
Automatic transmission90, 91, 145
- Geartronic92, 93
- Kickdown91, 92
Automatic transmission - cold starts91
Auxiliary socket31, 39
AWD
- general information94
- using snow chains109
B
Backrest (center) - 3-section rear seat64
Battery104, 148
Battery maintenance138, 139
- Replacing the battery139
- Ventilation hose139
Booster cushion12, 16
Brake failure warning light28
Brake fluid137
Brake system18
Bulbs (list)148
Bulbs - replacing120-125
C
Capacities (oils and fluids)141
, 146
Cargo compartment cover71
Cargo compartment lighting67
Cargo eyelets68
Cargo net69
Catalytic converters - three-way106
Center armrest - 3-section rear seat65
Center backrest (3-section rear seat)64
Center console - switches31
Center head restraint - 3-section rear seat64
Center head restraint - rear seat3
Center seat head restraint63
Central locking buttons79
Chains - winter driving109
Changing wheels112, 113
Child booster cushion12, 16
Child Restraint Anchorages15
Child safety11, 12, 14, 16
Child safety locks - rear doors82
Climate controls48-51
Climate system - general information47
Clock27
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Clutch interlock89
Coat hanger61
Coin compartment59
Cold weather driving104
Combination filter48, 51
Coolant131
Cooling system - general information96
Courtesy light74
Courtesy lights (front) - replacing124
Courtesy lights - exterior76
Cruise control33
Cup holder59
Cup holder in the center console60
D
Detachable trailer hitch - installing102
Dimensions143
Direction indicators36
Distributor ignition system147
Door step courtesy lights - replacing123
Doors and locks76
Drive belt131
Driver's seat and remote keyless entry system57
Driving economy95
Driving mode indicator27
Driving mode W91, 93, 104
Driving with trunk open96
E
Economical driving95
Electric socket in cargo compartment67
Electrical system148
Electrical system - general information96
Electrically operated front seats56
Electrically operated sideview mirrors41
Electrically operated sun roof42
Electrically operated windows40
Electronic Brake Force Distribution19
Electronic Climate Control (ECC)48 - 51
Emergency Locking Retractor (ELR)14
Emergency towing99, 100
Emergency warning flashers38
Emissions systems130
Engine - specifications144, 145
Engine - starting87, 88
Engine air filter132
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Engine compartment134
Engine oil104, 135, 136
Extension of cargo compartment63
Exterior courtesy lights76
Exterior features - overview25
Extra seat73
F
Fog light - rear29
, 34
Fog lights - front34
Folding passenger's seat backrest57
Foldtable62
Front airbags - SRS4 - 7
Front airbags - SRS - warning light28
Front courtesy lights - replacing124
Front fog lights34
Front fog lights - replacing124
Front reading lights74
Front seats - adjusting56
Front seats - heated38
Front seats - manual adjustment58
Front suspension147
Fuel84
Fuel filler cap86
Fuel filter132
Fuel gauge27
Fuel requirements84
Fuel system130, 132, 147
Fuel tank cover86
Fuel/emissions systems130
Fuses116-119
G
Gas cap86
Gasoline84
Gear indicator27
Geartronic (automatic transmission)92, 93
Generator148
Generator warning light28
H
Hand brake39
Handgrip - XC7055, 73
Handling95
Hazard warning flashers38
Head restraint (center) - 3-section rear seat64
Head restraint - center rear3
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Headlight bulbs - replacing120
Headlight wiper blades - replacing140
Headlights34
Heated front seats38
Heated rear window38
Heated sideview mirrors38
Heating48-51
Hoisting the car133
Holder for grocery bags67
Home Safe System76
HomeLink®167-169
Hood - opening134
I
Ignition switch35
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)76, 87
Indicator lights28, 29
Inflatable curtain (IC)9
Instrument illumination34
Instrument panel27
Instruments26
Integrated booster cushion12
Interior Air Quality system51
Interior features - overview24
Interior lighting74
J
Jack72
, 112
Jump starting103
K
Key - removing from ignition switch87
Keyless entry system77, 78
Keyless entry system - replacing batteries78
Keylock87
Keys76
Kickdown91, 92
L
Label information142
License plate lights - replacing124
Lifting the car133
Lights - accessory31
Load carriers97
Locking and unlocking the car76
Locking steering wheel35
Long distance trip105
Long loads57
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