key VOLVO V90 1998 User Guide

1998 Volvo S90


Master key
This key operates all locks



Service key
Front doors, starting (ignition)
switch/steering wheel lock Number tag

The key number codes are
stamped on a separate tag supplied
with the keys. This tag should be
separated from the key ring and
kept in a safe place. In the event
the original keys are lost,
duplicates may be ordered from
your Volvo retailer.
Doors and locks

Your car is equipped with a central
locking system.
The key used on either of the front
doors will lock/unlock all doors and
trunk/tailgate.
Turn the key once in the driver's
door to unlock that door only.
Turn the key in the same direction
again (within 10 seconds) to unlock
all doors, trunk/tailgate.
One turn with the key towards
locking in either of the front doors
locks all doors, trunk/tailgate.
Use the switch on the instrument
panel (with the doors closed) to
lock/unlock the car from the inside.

Check the action of the buttons on
the other doors to verify their
correct function (lock/unlock). The
driver's door can be locked only by
using the key when outside the
vehicle.
On vehicles equipped with the
optional remote control locking
system, refer to the following
page.

WARNING!
The doors should not be locked
while driving. In case of an
accident, this may hinder rapid
access to the occupants of the
vehicle. (Also see information
on "child safety locks").
Remote keyless entry system pg. 33
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Remote keyless entry
system

As an option, your car can be
equipped with a remote
control transmitter. This
transmitter uses a radio
frequency which will allow
"keyless" entry into the
passenger compartment or the
trunk. You will be supplied
with two coded key ring
transmitters, which will
enable you to lock/unlock all
doors and the trunk/tailgate
from a distance of 10-15 feet
(3-5 meters).

To lock :
Press the lock button once to
lock all doors and trunk/
tailgate.

To unlock :
Press the unlock button once
to unlock the driver's door
only.
Press the unlock button again
(within 10 seconds) to unlock
all doors and trunk/tailgate.


Aim the base of the remote control unit at
the car to get the best range.

On vehicles equipped with an alarm, the
alarm will also be activated/deactivated by
this system.
As an extra security precaution in certain
situations (valet parking, etc.), Volvo
recommends that the transmitter not be
included when the keys are given to
anyone. The service key can be used
instead. If one of the transmitters is
misplaced, contact the nearest authorized
Volvo retailer for assistance.

Batteries

The remote transmitter is powered by 2
three-volt batteries, type CR 1220. If three
short signals are audible from the
transmitter each time you lock/unlock the
car, this indicates that the batteries are
weak.
Replacement: Remove the battery cover
on the back of the transmitter with a coin.
Replace the batteries. Reinstall the cover,
making sure it is secured tightly to help
protect the transmitter. New transmitters

If you purchase additional
transmitters, they must be
programmed to function with
your remote keyless entry
system. Please refer to page 49
for instructions.

This device complies with
FCC rules Part 15.
Operations is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not
cause harmful interference
and (2) this device must
accept any interference that
may be received, including
interference that may cause
undesired operation.

WARNING! Volvo does
not recommend using the
transmitter to lock the doors
from inside the car. On cars
equipped with an alarm, the
alarm would be activated
and would sound when one
of the doors is opened. The
doors must not be locked
using the remote transmitter
while the vehicle is
occupied. In case of an
accident, this may hinder
rapid access to the
occupants of the vehicle.
The alarm will also sound
on models equipped with
this feature.
Front seats pg. 33
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Chapter 3 - Body and interior (cont.)
Child safety locks, Trunk lid (sedan)
pg. 37


Child safety locks

The buttons are located on the rear door
jams.

A The door lock functions normally.
B The door cannot be opened from the
inside.
Normal operation from outside.
WARNING!
Remember, in the event of an
accident, the rear seat passengers
cannot open the doors from the inside
with the buttons in
position B.

Trunk lid

The trunk lock is incorporated in the
central locking system. This means that
you can either lock or unlock the trunk
by means of either of the front doors.
You can also operate the trunk lock
directly with the master key even if the
vehicle is centrally locked.

Unlocking Locking


Withdraw key in vertical position.
The trunk lock can also be disconnected
from
the central locking system by turning the
key counterclockwise as shown below:

Withdraw key in
horizontal position.

The trunk is now
always locked. This
option can be used for
e.g., valet parking. If you give only the
service key to the driver it will not be
possible to open the trunk. Please be
aware that this setting may preclude
access to the spare tire and jack.

To reconnect the lock to the central
locking system:

Withdraw key in
vertical position
Storage spaces pg. 38
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Trunk light

A Light always off.
B Light is on when trunk lid is opened.

NOTE:See pages 78-79 for information on how
the jack should be used.
Tailgate, Child safety lock (wagon) pg. 41

Opening the tailgate


Tailgate

The tailgate is opened by pressing up
the catch on the handle.

To unlock - turn the key clockwise and
allow it to spring back.

To lock - turn the key counter-
clockwise and allow it to spring back.

NOTE:The tailgate is also unlocked
and locked at the same time as either of
the front doors.
Opening from the inside


To open the tailgate from the inside of
the vehicle move the lever to the left and
push outwards.
The handle can be used to pull the
tailgate closed from the inside.
WARNING! Do not drive with
tailgate open! Poisonous exhaust
gases may enter via the open tailgate.
Location and setting of child safety lock


Child Safety lock

The tailgate incorporates a safety catch
which is located to the side of the lock.

A the tailgate functions normally
B the tailgate cannot be opened from the
inside.

WARNING!Remember, in the event
of an accident, the tailgate cannot be
opened from the inside when the
safety catch is in position B.


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Chapter 3 - Body and interior (cont.)
Concealed storage bins, Rear seat head restraints (wagon)
pg. 42

Opening the small storage bin


Concealed storage bins

There are three storage bins under the floor of the
cargo space; the largest bin can be locked with a
key.



The lid of the largest
bin is hinged in the
middle (not useable if
the auxiliary child seat is installed).


Folding rear seat; increasing the cargo
space

The center head restraint should be lowered
manually before folding down the rear seat
backrest. The outboard head restraints retract
automatically when the backrest is folded down.
The rear seat head restraints can be raised by
pulling straight up or lowered by grasping the
restraint, pulling it slightly forward and pushing
down.
Folding rear seat (wagon) pg. 43

Seat cushion strap

The rear seat is split 60/40 so that each
section can be folded independently.
Straighten front backrests if they are
tilted too far to the rear.
Pull the strap to lift the seat cushion and
Release lever - backrest


CAUTION: Check that latches under
seat cushions engage holes at top edge of
backrest.
Seat belts must be correctly positioned as
Latches fit into holes


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Chapter 3 - Body and interior (cont.)Luggage cover (wagon)
pg. 48



Luggage cover

Your car can be fitted with a luggage cover as
an optional extra. The pull-out luggage cover
is like a blind behind the rear seat. Pull it out
and attach it at the rear of the luggage
compartment to conceal the cargo and keep it
out of sight.
(See picture.)



Removing luggage cover
(see illustration above)

If, as a result of the size of the cargo, you
want to remove the luggage cover
temporarily:
l Push the end of the luggage cover towards
the middle
l Pull the luggage cover backwards
l When installing, reverse this procedure
Sun roof/sun shade (certain models) pg. 49


Electrically-operated sun
roof

The switch for operating the
sun roof is located on the
instrument panel. The starting
(ignition) key must first be
turned to position II.
Sun shade

l The sun shade will open automatically


NOTE:
l The electrically-operated sun roof has
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can also be utilized by using the
keys. See section: Keys, Doors and
Locks on page 32.
If the alarm LED glows
continuously for 5 seconds, this
indicates a fault in the system or that
a door is not properly closed.




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(check when tires are cold). items and others are checked at
the standard Maintenance
Service intervals.

NOTE: Since using (D)rive
improves fuel economy, it
should be used as often as
possible.
Starting the engine pg. 57
Starting and stopping a
car equipped with
automatic transmission

1 Fasten the seat belt.
WARNING! Before
starting, check that the seat
is adjusted properly. Make
sure the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Move
the seat closer if necessary.
Refer to section "Front
seats".

2 Apply the parking brake, if
not already set. The gear
selector is locked in the (P)ark
position (SHIFTLOCK).

3Without touching the
accelerator pedal ,turn the
ignition key to the starting
position. Allow the starter to
operate for 5-10 seconds.
Release the key as soon as the
engine starts. If the engine fails
to start, repeat step 3.

5 Select desired gear. The gear
engages after a slight delay,
especially noticeable when
selecting R.
CAUTION: Engine should
be idling; never accelerate
until after you feel the gear
engage! Too rapid
acceleration immediately
after selecting a gear will
cause harsh engagement and
premature transmission
wear.

NOTE:Your car is equipped
with a KEYLOCK system.
When the engine is switched
off, the gear selector must be in
the (P)ark position before the
key can be removed from the
ignition switch.

Engine warm-up - initial
driving procedure

Engines in vehicles driven short
distances are subject to
abnormally rapid wear because
the engine never reaches normal
operating temperature. It is
therefore beneficial to reach
normal operating temperature as
soon as possible. This is best
achieved by driving with a light
foot on the accelerator pedal for
a few minutes after starting,
rather than prolonged idling.

B6304 S Engine


This engine features hydraulic
valve lifters which means that
valve clearance is adjusted
automatically. It is possible that
the valve lifters will produce a
ticking sound for the first few
seconds after the engine is
started, while the oil pressure is
increasing.
If the car has not been used for a
long period of time, this ticking
sound may last for up to 15
minutes. This is entirely normal.
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For cold starts at altitudes
above 6000 ft (1800 m),
depress the accelerator pedal
halfway and turn the key to the
starting position. Release the
accelerator pedal slowly when
the engine starts.

4 To release the gear selector,
depress the brake pedal .See
page 61 for instructions on
manually overriding the
SHIFTLOCK system if the
lever cannot be moved. Do not
race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not
reach some lubricating points
fast enough to prevent engine
damage. WARNING!
Never leave car unattended
with engine running.
Always open the garage
doors fully before starting
the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation.
The exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide, which is
invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.

NOTE:
l Do not exceed 3000rpm until
the ticking sound disappears.
l Selecting position P or N
when idling at a standstill for
prolonged periods of time will
help prevent overheating of the
transmission oil.




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Shiftlock release

The gear selector is locked in
the P position. To manually
release the shift lock, turn the
starting (ignition) key to
position I and press firmly on
the "OVERRIDE" button
(located under the cover near
the base of the gear selector -
see illustration). While
holding the override button
down, move the gear selector
from the (P)ark position. Electrical system

When replacing the battery or
when carrying out work
involving the electrical
system, the following should
be observed:
l A battery connection to the
wrong terminal will damage
the diodes. Before
connections are made, check
the polarity of the battery
with a voltmeter.
l If booster batteries are used
for starting, they must be
properly connected to
minimize the risk of the diode
being damaged.
For correct connection, see
"Jump starting" section.
l Never disconnect the
battery circuit (for example,
to replace the battery) while
the engine is running, as this
will immediately ruin the
generator. Always make sure
that all the battery
connections are properly
tightened.
l If any electrical-welding
work is performed on the
vehicle, the battery's ground
lead (negative cable) and all
the connecting cables of the
generator must be
disconnected and the welder
cables placed as near the
welding point as possible.
l The radio must be turned
off before the battery is
disconnected.
l If the radio has an antitheft
code and the battery has been

WARNING!
The Supplemental Restraint
System is grounded under the
driver's seat. Do not loosen the two
screws grounding the unit. Do not
ground other electrical
components using these screws or
any other points near them. Faults
in the system could occur if it is
improperly grounded.
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