Volvo 740 1989 User manual

1989 Volvo 740
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VOLVO
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Contents
A comprehensive index is located at the back of this manual.
Instruments and controls
Body and interior
Starting and driving
Wheels and tires
In case of emergency
Car care
Service and routine
maintenance
All information, illustrations and specifications contained in this manual are based on the latest product
information available at the time of publication. Volvo reserves the right lo make model changes at any
time, or to change specifications or design, without notice and without incurring obligation.
pg. 2 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 ensure your
satisfaction with this vehicle, we encourage you to familiarize yourself with the equipment descriptions,
operating instructions and maintenance requirements/recommendations in this manual. We also urge you
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Index
Specifications
Presentation
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and your passengers to wear seat belts at all times in this (or any other) automobile. And, of course,
please do not operate a vehicle if you may be affected by alcohol, medication or any impairment that
could hinder your ability to drive.
Your Volvo is designed to meet all applicable safety and emission standards, as evidenced by the
certification labels attached to the door opening sheet metal and on the left wheel housing in the engine
compartment. For further information regarding these regulations, please contact your dealer.
pg. 3 Seatbelts: "Something We Believe In"
Despite our strongest recommendation, and your best intentions, not wearing a seatbelt is like believing
"it'll never happen to me!", Volvo urges you and all adult occupants of your car to wear seatbelts and
ensure that children are properly restrained, using an infant, car or booster seat determined by age,
weight and height.
Fact: In every state, some type of child-restraint legislation has been passed. Additionally, some states
are seriously considering, or have already made it mandatory for occupants of a car to use seatbelts
So, urging you to 'buckle up' is not just our recommendation - its becoming the law! The few seconds it
takes to buckle up may one day allow you to say, "Its a good thing I was wearing my seatbelt."
pg. 4 Presentation
This Owner's manual provides information on driving and maintaining your Volvo
It should be noted that there are certain differences among model versions and market requirements;
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thus, you may find features described and/or pictured in this manual that do not appear on your car.
Should you require more detailed information with regard to adjustments or repairs please contact your
Volvo dealer.
Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating that country's applicable safety and
exhaust emission requirements. In some cases it may be difficult or impossible to comply with these
requirements. Modifications to the emission control system(s) may render your Volvo not certifiable for
legal operation in the U.S., Canada, and other countries.
pg. 5 Keys
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.
The double-sided tape on the back of the tag can be used to secure it safely.
In the event the original keys are lost, duplicates may be ordered from your Volvo dealer.
The central locking system is described in detail in section "Door and locks".
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Instruments and controls
pg. 6 Instruments, Switches and controls
pg. 7 Instruments, Switches and controls
1 Air louver 23
2 Headlights, parking lights 17
3 Turn signals. Cruise Control (optional) 14-
16
4 Hazard warning flashers 14
5 Instruments 8
6 Wiper/washer 15
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7 Air louvers 23
8 Heating and ventilation 23-
25
9 Audio cassette/tuner 22
10 Cigarette lighter 20
11 Ash tray 20
12 Electrically-heated passenger seat 19
13 Parking brake 20
14 Hood release handle 39
15 Power door mirrors (GLE-16 Valve, Turbo) 28
16 Electrically operated windows 21
17 Rear fog lamps 18
18 Fog lights (optional, standard on Turbo) 18
19 Space for additional equipment -
20 Space for additional equipment -
21 Air louver 23
22 Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock 13
23 Electrically operated sun roof 29
24 Rear window demister 19
25 Horn -
26 Electrically-heated driver's seat 19
The pages in this section provide a detailed description of the vehicle's instruments and controls.
Note that vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements, etc.
pg. 8 Instruments
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NOTE: Canadian model speedometers/odometers indicate kilometers only.
1 Voltmeter (Turbo models)
2 Fuel gauge
3 Clock reset knob
4 Quartz crystal clock
5 Speedometer
6 Trip odometer *
7 Trip odometer reset knob
8 Odometer
9 Tachometer
10 Instrument panel lamps rheostat
11 Temperature gauge
12 Boost gauge (Turbo models)
* The last digit indicates 1/10 mile/kilometer. A black number on a white background = original
speedometer. A red number on a white background = replacement speedometer.
pg. 9 Instruments
Quartz crystal clock
To reset the hands, push in the reset knob and turn.
Tachometer
Reads thousands of engine rpm. Engine should not be operated in red range.
Trip odometer
Used form measuring shorter distances. (last figure represents 1/10 mile or km)
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Trip odometer reset knob
Push in to reset
Temperature gauge
The pointer should be approximately midway on the gauge face when driving. If the pointer approaches
the red range repeatedly, check coolant level and fan belt tension. Do not drive the car with the pointer
in the red range. See sections "Coolant" and "Drive belts".
WARNING!
Allow engine to cool before adding
coolant.
Fuel gauge
The fuel tank capacity is approx. 15.8 US gals (60 liters). The red range represents approx. 2.4 US gals.
(9 liters). See "Refueling" for further information.
Instrument panel lamps rheostat
Clockwise = brighter.
Counterclockwise = dimmer.
Voltmeter
(Turbo-engine cars only) The voltmeter indicates the voltage in the electrical system and thereby also
the state of the battery. While the car is being driven the pointer should be within the black field. Should
the pointer point to the upper or lower red field when driving, this may indicate some fault in the
electrical system.
Boost pressure gauge
(Turbo-engine cars only) The boost pressure gauge is divided into sections.
Black section: The engine acts as a normally-aspirated engine. Best fuel economy is achieved while
driving in this range. Yellow section: The turbo is providing boost pressure.
pg. 10 Indicator and warning lights
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1 (Not in use)
2 (Not in use)
3 ABS-system, see p. 12
4 Service reminder light, see p. 12
5 SRS malfunction light
6 Low engine oil pressure
7 Alternator not charging
8 Overdrive (5th gear) engaged (Turbo with manual transmission)
9 High beams
10 Brake failure
11 Parking brake applied
12 Bulb failure
13 Low washer fluid level.
If the lamp glows continuously when the engine is running, there is only about 1/2 - 1 US qts. remaining
in the washer fluid reservoir.
14 Shift indicator light
(manual transmission models) or 4th gear disengaged, automatic transmission
15 Fasten seat belts
16 Check engine, see p. 11
17 Turn signal, left
18 Turn signal, right
pg. 11 Warning lights
The warning lights described on this page should never stay on when driving
When the ignition key is turned on, and before the engine starts, all of the warning lights should be on to
test the function of the bulbs. Should a light not go off after the engine has started, the system indicated
should be inspected. However, the parking brake reminder light will not go off until the parking brake is
fully released.
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Alternator warning light
If the light comes on while the engine is running, check the tension of the alternator drive belt as soon as
possible.
NOTE: This warning light is illuminated if the alternator is not charging. However, parking brake,
brake failure and bulb failure warning lights will be illuminated at the same time due to the design of the
system.
Check Engine warning light
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the Engine Check diagnostic system has
detected a fault. Drive to an authorized Volvo dealer for inspection.
Oil pressure warning light
If the light comes on during driving, the oil pressure is too low. Stop the car and then stop the engine
immediately and check the engine oil level. See section titled "Engine oil".
After hard driving, the light will come on occasionally when the engine is idling. This is normal,
provided it goes off when the engine speed is increased.
Parking brake reminder light
This light will be on when the parking brake (hand brake) is applied. The parking brake lever is situated
between the front seats.
Brake failure warning light
If the light comes on while driving or braking, this indicates that the brake fluid level is too low.
Stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir (see section "Engine
compartment" for reservoir position)!
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