VOLVO 960 User Manual

1997 Volvo 960

960 Model

VOLVO

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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 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 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 driver's door opening and on the left wheel housing in the engine compartment.

Volvo and the environment.

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Volvo is committed to the well being of our customers. As a natural part of this commitment, we care about the environment in which we all live. Caring for the environment means an everyday involvement in reducing our environmental impact.

Volvo's environmental activities are based on a holistic view, which means we consider the overall environmental impact of a product throughout its complete life cycle. In this context, design, production, product use, and recycling are all important considerations.

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 three-way catalytic converter with a Lambda sond, now called oxygen sensor, in 1976. The current version of this highly efficient system reduces emissions of harmful substances (CO, HC, NOx) from the exhaust pipe by approximately 95% and the search to eliminate the remaining emissions continues. Volvo is the only automobile manufacturer to offer CFC-free retrofit kits for the air conditioning system for all models back to the M/Y 1975 240. Advanced electronic engine controls, refined purification systems and cleaner fuels are bringing us closer to our goal.

In addition to continuous environmental refinement of conventional gasoline-powered internal combustion engines, Volvo is actively looking at advanced technology alternative-fuel vehicles and the Dynaguide Information System (an advanced traffic information system).

When you drive a Volvo, you become our partner in the work to lessen the car's impact on the environment.

To reduce your vehicle's environmental impact, you can:

● Maintain proper air pressure in your tires. Tests have shown decreased fuel economy with

improperly inflated tires

● Follow the recommended maintenance schedule

● Drive at a constant speed

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● See an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection if the check engine (malfunction

indicator) lamp illuminates, or stays on after the vehicle has started

● Properly dispose of any vehicle related waste such as used motor oil, used batteries, brake pads,

etc..

Contents

Occupant safety, Reporting safety defects

Instruments and controls

Body and interior

Starting and driving

Wheels and tires

In case of emergency

Car care

Service and routine maintenance

Specifications

Audio systems

Important Before you operate your car for the first time, please familiarize yourself with the BREAK-IN information on page 4:2. You should also be familiar with the information in the first three chapters of this book. Information contained in the balance of the manual is extremely useful and should be studied after operating the vehicle for the first time. This manual is structured so that it can be used for reference. It should thus be kept in the car for ready access. Do not export your Volvo to another country before investigating the 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 or other countries. 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 to make model changes at any time, or to change specifications or design, without notice and without incurring obligation. 1996 Volvo Cars of North America, Inc.

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Occupant safety

pg. 1:1 Occupant safety

1:2

Seat belts

1:4

Volvo SRS

1:8

SIPS BAG

1:9

Child safety

1:13

Occupant safety

1:13

Reporting Safety Defects

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 are properly restrained, using an infant, car or booster seat determined by age, weight and height. Fact: In every state and province, some type of child-restraint legislation has been passed. Additionally, most states and provinces have already made it mandatory for occupants of a car to use seat belts. So, urging you to "buckle up" is not just our recommendation - legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage. The few seconds it takes to buckle up may one day allow you to say, "It's a good thing I was wearing my seat belt".

pg. 1:2 Seat belts

Seat belts Always fasten the seat belts before you drive or ride. Two lights above the rear view mirror will be illuminated for 4-8 seconds after the starting (ignition) key is turned to the driving position. One light is located in the instrument panel and one in the console between the front seats. A chime will sound at the same time if the driver has not fastened his seat belt. The rear seats are provided with self-retracting inertia reel belts. The front seats are provided with single roller belts with tensioners.

To buckle: Pull the belt out far enough to insert the latch plate into the receptacle (buckle for rear seats) until a

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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 will lock up as follows:

● if the belt is pulled out rapidly

● during braking and acceleration

● if the vehicle is leaning excessively

● when driving in turns

For the seat belt to provide maximum protection in the event of an accident, it must be worn correctly. When wearing remember:

● The belt should not be twisted or turned.

● The lap belt must be positioned low on the hips (not pressing against the abdomen).

● The shoulder section of the front seat belts adjusts automatically to the driver's height.

Make sure that the shoulder belt is rolled up into its retractor and that the shoulder and lap belts are taut. Before exiting the car, check that the seat belt retracts fully after being unbuckled. If necessary, guide the belt back into the retractor slot.

NOTE : Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage.

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WARNING! Any device used to induce slack into the shoulder belt portion of the three-point belt system will have a detrimental effect on the amount of protection available to you in the event of a collision. The seat back should not be tilted too far back. The shoulder belt must be taut in order to function properly.

Spool-out To make child seat installation easier, each seat belt buckle (except for the driver's belt) is equipped with a locking mechanism to help keep the lap section of the seat belt taut. Please refer to page 1:11 for more information on this function.

pg. 1:3 Seat belts

Center head restraint The center head restraint can be adjusted according to the passenger's height. The restraint should be carefully adjusted to support the occupant's head. The head restraint can be raised by pulling straight up or lowered by grasping the restraint, pulling it slightly forward and pushing down.

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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 illustration.

WARNING! Never use a seat belt for more than one occupant. Never wear the shoulder portion of the belt under the arm, behind the back or otherwise out of position. Such use could cause injury in event of accident. As the seat belts lose much of their strength when exposed to violent stretching, they should be replaced after any collision, even though they may appear to be undamaged. Never repair the belt on your own; have this done by an authorized Volvo retailer only.

NOTE: Legislation in your state or province may mandate seat belt usage.

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Instruments, switches and controls

pg. 2:1 Instruments, switches and controls

IMPORTANT! Your car is equipped with a Shiftlock-Keylock system.

SHIFTLOCK: When your car is parked, the gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position. To release the selector from this position, turn the ignition key to position II (or start the engine), depress the brake pedal, press the button on the front side of the gear selector and move the selector from (P)ark. If it is necessary to manually override the Shiftlock system, see page 4:9 for instructions.

KEYLOCK: 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 when the vehicle is started and at 4 mph (6km/h). The driver may detect one pulsation of the brake pedal and a sound will be audible from the ABS control module. This is normal.

The pages in this section provide detailed descriptions of the vehicle's instruments and controls.

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Note that vehicles may be equipped differently, depending on special legal requirements.

Some of the items below are available on certain models only.

2:11

1 Air vent

2:6

2 Headlights, parking lights

2:8

3 Rear fog light

2:8

4 Front fog lights

- 5 Space for additional equipment

2:8

6 Power antenna (sedans only)

2:2-2:5

7 Instruments

2:9, 3:19

8 Electrically operated sun roof

2:9

9 Heated rear window/side door mirrors

2:9

10 Hazard warning flasher

2:9

11 Central lock switch

2:11

12 Air vents

2:11-13

13 Heating and ventilation

1:6

14 Passenger's side SRS (air bag)

10:1

15 Audio system

2:15

16 Controls for electrically operated windows, and side-view mirrors

2:8

17 Instrument illumination

3:9

18 Hood-release handle

2:10

19 Turn signals, high/low beams, cruise control

2:8

20 Adjustable steering wheel

1:4

21 SRS (air bag)/Horn

2:7

22 Starting (ignition) switch/steering wheel lock

2:7

23 Windshield wiper/washer

2:16

24 Cigarette lighter

4:7

25 Transmission mode selector buttons

4:6

26 Gear selector

2:16

27 Ash tray

4:9

28 Shiftlock release (override) button

2:16

29 Parking brake

2:14

30 Electrically-heated front seats (certain models)

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1 Ambient temperature indicator (certain models)

Indicates the temperature slightly above the surface of the road. An amber warning lamp lights up when the temperature is in the range of 23-36° F (-5 - + 2° C). At low speeds or when the car is not moving, the temperature readings may be slightly higher than the actual ambient temperature due to heat generated by the engine.

2 Fuel gauge

The total fuel tank capacity is approx. 21.1 US gals (80 liters). The "usable" capacity is 20.3 US gallons (77 liters). When the warning light comes on, there are approximately 1.6 US gals. (6 liters) of fuel remaining in the tank. See "Refueling" for further information.

3 Quartz crystal clock/clock set button

Press the button and turn to set the clock.

4 Speedometer

5 Odometer

6 Trip odometer/reset button

Used for measuring shorter distances. 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.

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7 Tachometer

Reads thousands of engine rpm. Engine should not be operated in red range.

8 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. Do not drive the car with the pointer in the red range. See "Coolant" section.

Warning! Allow engine to cool before adding coolant. pg. 2:3 Indicator and warning lights

1 Turn signal, left 2 Turn signal , right 3 Malfunction indicator lamp 4 Direction indicator, trailer 5 Service reminder indicator 6 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. 7 Rear fog lamp 8 Bulb failure 9 Generator not charging 10 Low engine oil pressure 11 High beams 12 Brake failure 13 Parking brake applied 14 ABS-system 15 Low coolant level 16 (Not in use) 17 "Winter" mode engaged/transmission fault 18 Fasten seat belts 19 SRS 20 (Not in use) 21 (Not in use)

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pg. 2:4 Warning lights

The warning lights described on pages 2:4 and 2:5 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.

Generator warning light If the light comes on while the engine is running, check the tension of the generator drive belt as soon as possible.

Malfunction indicator lamp If the lamp comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the engine diagnostic system has detected a possible fault in the emission control system. Although driveability may not be affected, see an authorized Volvo retailer as soon as possible for inspection.

Oil pressure warning light If the light comes on while driving, stop the car and then stop the engine immediately and check the engine oil level. See page 8:6. If the light stays on after restart, have the car towed to the nearest authorized Volvo retailer. After hard driving, the light may 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.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

Brake fluid warning light If the light comes on while driving or braking, stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake fluid level in the reservoir. See page 8:13 for reservoir position.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

WARNING! If the level is below the MIN mark in either section of the reservoir: DO NOT DRIVE. Tow the car to a Volvo retailer and have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired.

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pg. 2:5 Warning lights

Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) If the warning lamp lights up there is a malfunction of the ABS system (the standard braking system will however function). The vehicle should be driven to a Volvo retailer for inspection. See page 4:15 for additional information.

Canadian models are equipped with this warning light:

Mode "W" engaged The lamp will light up when the Winter/Wet mode is engaged. If the warning lamp begins to flash , this means that there is a fault in the automatic gearbox. Contact your Volvo retailer.

Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detected a fault. Drive to an authorized Volvo retailer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS section for more information.

Service reminder indicator This light will come on at 10,000 mile (16,000 km) intervals. It is a reminder to the driver that the 10,000 mile (16,000 km) service interval has been exceeded. The light will stay on 2 minutes after the start until reset by the servicing retailer.

Coolant level sensor If the light comes on while driving, the coolant level is low. The coolant level in the expansion tank should be checked immediately and topped off if necessary. The cooling system should be inspected by an authorized Volvo retailer.

Turn signal indicators-trailer (certain models) When towing a trailer, this light will flash simultaneously with the turn signals on the trailer. If the light does not flash when signaling, neither the trailer's turn signals nor the car's turn signals are functioning.

Bulb failure warning light The light will come on if any of the following bulbs are defective: one of the low beam headlights

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one of the tail lights one of the brake lights when the brake pedal is depressed. Check the fuse and bulb. See sections titled "Replacing bulbs" and "Fuses".

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Body and interior

pg. 3:1 Body and interior

Body and interior The seats, doors, sun roof, mirrors, etc. are described on the following pages.

3:2

Keys, Doors and Locks

3:3

Remote keyless entry system

3:4

Front seats

3:5

Rear/side view mirrors, Vanity mirror

3:6

Interior light, Rear reading lights

3:7

Child safety locks, Trunk lid

3:8

Passenger compartment storage spaces

3:9

Hood