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Volvo 1998 S70 Operation And Care Manual

Summary of 1998 S70

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    Volvo s70 & v70 1 9 9 8 volvo this manual deals with the operation and care of your volvo. Welcome to the world-wide family of volvo owners. We trust that you will enjoy many years of safe driving in your volvo, an automobile designed with your safety and comfort in mind. To help ensure your satisfa...

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    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 thre...

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    Table of contents page no. Chapter and subject pg. 1 chapter 1 - occupant safety pg. 16 chapter 2 - instruments and controls pg. 41 chapter 3 - body and interior pg. 65 chapter 4 - starting and driving pg. 85 chapter 5 - wheels and tires pg. 91 chapter 6 - in case of emergency pg. 109 chapter 7 - ca...

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    Chapter 1 - occupant safety pg. 1 occupant safety occupant safety despite our strongest recommendations, and your best intentions, not wearing a seat belt is like believing "it'll never happen to me!". Volvo urges you and all adult occupants of your car to wear seat belts and ensure that children ar...

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    To buckle: pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle (buckle for rear seats) until a distinct snapping sound is heard. The seat belt retractor is normally "unlocked" and you can move freely, provided that the shoulder belt is not pulled out too far. The retractor wil...

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    Pg. 3 seat belts, center head restraint during pregnancy pregnant women should always wear seat belts. Remember that the belt should always be positioned in such a way as to avoid any possible pressure on the abdomen. The lap portion of the belt should be located low, as shown in the above illustrat...

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    Chapter 2 - instruments and controls pg. 16 instruments, switches and controls number subject page no. 33 trunk/ tailgate open control pg. 47 34 power window controls pg. 40 35 power mirror control pg. 50 36 fuel tank open control pg. 67 37 central locking button pg. 43 pg. 17 instruments, switches ...

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    Keylock (automatic transmission only) this means that when you switch off the ignition, the gear selector must be in the (p)ark position before the starting (ignition) key can be removed from the ignition switch. Anti-lock brake system (abs) the abs system in your car performs a self-diagnostic test...

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    18 pg. 22 turn signals, high/low beams pg. 31 cruise control 19 pg. 34 adjustable steering wheel 20 pg. 23 windshield wiper/washer pg. 26 tailgate wiper/washer (wagons) 21 pg. 32 heated front seats (optional) 22 pg. 33 auxiliary socket 23 pg. 141 audio system 24 pg. 35-39 heating and ventilation con...

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    3 speedometer 4 clock, ambient temperature sensor, trip computer (certain models) 5 trip odometer used for measuring shorter distances. The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer. 6 odometer 7 trip odometer reset button 8 tachometer reads thousands of engine rpm. The engine should not be operated ...

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    Chapter 3 - body and interior pg. 41 body and interior body and interior the seats, sun roof, mirrors, etc. Are described on the following pages. Page no. Subject pg. 42 keys pg. 43 doors and locks pg. 44 remote keyless entry system pg. 45 alarm pg. 47 trunk/tailgate pg. 48 child safety locks pg. 49...

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    Master key this key operates all locks (ignition switch/steering wheel lock, driver's door, trunk/tailgate and glove compartment). Service key this key operates the driver's door and the ignition switch/steering wheel lock. Note: an an added anti-theft measure, new keys have been developed which may...

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    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".) central locking button (on both front doors) central locking button the central locking buttons on both front d...

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    Remote keyless entry system your car is equipped with a remote control transmitter. This transmitter uses a readio frequency which will allow “keyless” entry into the passenger compartment or the trunk. You will be supplied with two coded key ring transmitters, which willenable you to lock/unlock al...

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    Unlock all doors, trunk/tailgate. · press the open trunk/tailgate button twice to pop open the trunk or unlock the tailgate this device complies with fcc rules part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference and (2) this device must a...

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    Chapter 4 - starting and driving pg. 65 starting and driving starting and driving this section on starting and driving contains items such as starting the engine, operating the gear selector, towing, trailers, etc. Page no. Subject pg. 66 break-in period pg. 66-67 fuel requirements, refueling pg. 68...

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    Manual transmission the following speeds should not be exceeded during the break-in period: up to 600 miles (1000 km) 600 - 1,200 miles (1000 - 2000 km) 1st gear 20 mph (30 km/h) 25 mph (40 km/h) 2nd gear 30 mph (50 km/h) 40 mph (70 km/h) 3rd gear 45 mph (80 km/h) 65 mph (100 km/h) 4th gear 70 mph (...

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    Octane rating 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 8...

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    Accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather. Be aware that the "usable" tank will be somewhat less than the specified maximum. When the fuel level is low, such factors as ambient temperature, the fuel's "vapor pressure" characteristics, and terrain can affect the fuel pumps' ability to...

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    Other factors which decrease gas mileage are: worn or dirty spark plugs incorrect spark plug gap dirty air cleaner dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter dragging brakes incorrect front end alignment some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard maintenance service interv...

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    Chapter 5 - wheels and tires pg. 85 wheels and tires wheels and tires the handling and riding comfort of the vehicle is dependent on the inflation pressure and the type of tires fitted. Read the following pages carefully. Page no. Subject pg. 86 general information, wear indicator, tire economy, fla...

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    Wear indicator the tires have a so-called "wear indicator" in the form of a number of narrow strips running across or parallel to the tread. When approx. 1/16" (1.6 mm) is left on the tread, these strips show up and indicate that the tire should be replaced. Tires with less than 1/16" (1.6 mm) tread...

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    Snow chains should be installed on front wheels only (this applies to cars with front wheel drive and to cars equipped with all wheel drive) . Use only volvo approved snow chains. Snow chains may be mounted on tire dimension 185/65r15 and 195/60r15. Tire dimension 205/55r15 and 205/50r16 require a s...

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    Note: please consult state or local regulations restricting the use of studded winter tires before installing such tires. * special snow chains are available for awd models equipped with 205/55r16 tires. Please consult your volvo retailer. ** where permitted pg. 88 wheels and tires (cont.) checking ...

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    All passenger car tires must conform to federal safety requirements in addition to these grades treadwear the treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded at 150 wo...

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    Chapter 6 - in case of emergency pg. 91 in case of an emergency in case of an emergency even if you maintain your car in good running condition, there is always the possibility that something might go wrong and prevent you from driving, such as a punctured tire, blown fuse or bulb, etc. For addition...

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    With the car still on the ground, use the lug wrench to loosen the wheel bolts 1/2 - 1 turn. Turn the bolts counterclockwise to loosen. Fold out the crank handle on the jack by pressing the nob on the handle downward. To attach the jack, refer to the illustration on the following page. Note: to avoi...

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    Attaching the jack on cars with all wheel drive (awd) due to the greater weight of awd-equipped cars, these models have an additional jack attachment point, located directly in front of the rear axle. When using a workshop floor jack, make sure that the correct attachment is used and that the jack d...

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    Temporary spare (certain models) the spare tire of your car is what is called a "temporary spare". It has the following designation: t115/70 r15 or t125/90r15. Recommended tire pressure (see decal on fuel filler flap) should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car the temporary spare...

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    Chapter 7 - car care pg. 109 car care car care car care includes not only maintaining the appearance of the car, but also protecting the car exterior from the effects of air pollution, rain, mud or road salt. The paintwork should also be touched up immediately, if damaged, to preventrust formation. ...

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    Paint - touch-up bottle brush masking tape note: when touching up the car, it should be clean and dry. The surface temperature should be above 60° f (15° c). Scars on the surface if the stone chip has not penetrated down to the metal and undamaged layer of paint remains, the touch-up paint can be ap...

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    It. 2. Thoroughly mix the primer and apply it with a small brush. When the primer surface is dry, the paint can be applied using a brush. Mix the paint thoroughly; apply several thin paint coats and let dry after each application. 3 if there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding p...

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    With clean water. Warning! When the car is driven immediately after being washed, apply the brake several times in order to remove any moisture from the brake linings. Engine cleaning agents should not be used when the engine is warm. This constitutes a fire risk. Note: when washing the car, remembe...

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    Before applying polish or wax the car must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing compound. After polishing use liquid or paste wax. Several commercially available products contain both polish and wax. Waxing alone does ...

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    Cleaning floor mats the floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, especially during winter when they should be taken out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be removed with a mild detergent. Bear in mind take extra care when removing stains such as ink or lipstick since the colorin...

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    Chapter 8 - service and routine maintenance pg. 115 volvo service service - an investment an investment which will pay dividends in the form of improved reliability, durability, and resale value. Page no. Subject pg. 116 label information pg. 117 maintenance service, warranty pg. 118-119 maintenance...

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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. ** these decals are located on the underside of the hood. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Pg. 117 maintenance service, w...

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    Maintenance services your volvo has passed several major inspections before being delivered to you, according to volvo specifications. The maintenance services outlined in this book should be performed as indicated. The extended maintenance service intervals make it even more advisable to follow thi...

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    First. See "service reminder indicator", page 21. 2) for services beyond 60,000 miles (96,000 km), consult your "maintenance records booklet". 3) these services apply to turbo-charged models and some non-turbo models, depending on actual driving conditions ( see page 125 for details). 4) for proper ...

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    Chapter 9 - specifications pg. 133 specifications specifications this chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical specifications of your car. Page no. Subject pg. 134 oil/fluids specifications pg. 135 engine specifications pg. 136 cooling/fuel/distributor ignition systems pg. 136 ...

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    Engine oil quality: meeting api specification sg or sh capacity (incl. Filter) : 6.1 us qts. (5.8 liters)* automatic transmission fluid quality: atf dexron iie/ iii and mercon capacity: 8 us qts. (7.6 liters) manual transmission fluid quality: volvo synthetic gearbox oil 1161423 capacity: 2.2 us qts...

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    Designation: volvo b 5254 t output 190 hp at 5100 rpm (142 kw/85 rps) max torque 199 ft. Lbs. At 1800-4998 rpm (270 nm/30-83.3 rps) number of cylinders 5 bore 3.27" (83 mm) stroke 3.54" (90 mm) displacement 2.4 liters compression ratio 9.0:1 number of valves 20 valve clearance self-adjusting designa...

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    The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system distributor ignition system firing order 1-2-4-5-3 distributor ignition setting not adjustable spark plugs bosch fr 7 dc or champion rc9yc spark plug gap 0.028" (0.7 mm) turbo-charged models: champion rc8pyp (or equivalent) spark plug gap...

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    Chapter 10 - audio systems pg. 141 audio systems audio systems this chapter describes the audio system in your car. Pg. 142 sc-813 pg. 155 sc-816 pg. 171 sc-900 pg. 194 general information pg. 142 audio system sc-813 (certain models) the following pages describe the use of your sc-813 cassette radio...

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    Cd-disc no. Selector 10. Prog - reversing the tape 11. Dolby b nr button 12. Cassette eject 13. Not in use 14. Scan 15. Auto seek memory 16. Seek tuning up/down tp -next/previous song cd -next up/previous down track 17. Manual tuning tp -fast forward/rewind cd -music search up/down 18. Rnd button 19...

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    To enter the code after installation or when the set has been disconnected from power, the set displays "code" when it is switched on. Enter the 4-digit code using the preset buttons. If the correct code is entered, "on" is displayed and the set is ready to use. If you enter an incorrect code you mu...

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    Turn the button clockwise to increase the volume. The volume control is electronic and has no end stop. C - waveband selector the desired waveband is set by pressing one of the waveband selector buttons. The frequency and waveband is shown on the display. Note: there are two fm wavebands and one am ...

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    A - seek tuning up/down press the left side tune button to tune to lower frequencies and the right side to tune to higher frequencies. The radio seeks the next audible station and stops there. If you wish to continue the seek tuning, press the tuning button again. B - preset programming 1. Tune to t...

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    B - bass control adjust the bass by sliding the control up or down (up to increase, down to decrease). A "detent" indicates "equalized" bass. C - treble control adjust the treble by sliding the control up or down (up to increase, down to decrease). A "detent" indicates "equalized" treble. Pg. 147 ra...

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    D - scan press this button to listen to each station for five seconds. Press it again to stop scanning. "scan" will be displayed during scanning. E - active sound control (asc) the asc function automatically adjusts the volume level of the audio system according to driving speed. To deactivate asc d...