1999 Volvo V70 Owner's Manual - Page 46

1999 Volvo V70 Manual

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Type: Positive pressure, closed system Thermostat begins to open at 186°F (90°C) Turbo-charged models 180° F (87° C) Coolant: Volvo original coolant/anti-freeze Capacity: 7.6 US qts. (7.2 liters) Turbo-charged models - 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters) Fuel system 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 0.03" (0.75 mm) Tightening torque 18.4 ft. lbs. +/- 3.7 ft. lbs. (25 Nm +/- 5 Nm) WARNING! The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to prevent injury. Always turn the ignition off when: Replacing distributor ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc. Do not touch any part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in unintended movements and body injury. Replacing spark plugs The spark plugs should be changed every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). However, city driving or fast highway driving may necessitate changing after 15,000 miles (24,000 km) of driving. When installing new plugs, be sure to fit the right type and use correct torque, see "Specifications". When changing the plugs, check that the suppressor connectors are in good condition. Cracked or damaged connectors should be replaced. When changing the spark plugs, clean the terminals and the rubber seals. Front suspension

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Type: Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 186°F (90°C)
Turbo-charged models 180° F (87° C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/anti-freeze
Capacity: 7.6 US qts. (7.2 liters)
Turbo-charged models - 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Fuel system
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 0.03" (0.75 mm)
Tightening torque 18.4 ft. lbs. +/- 3.7 ft. lbs. (25 Nm +/- 5 Nm)
WARNING!
The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to
prevent injury. Always turn the ignition off when:
Replacing distributor ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc.
Do not touch any part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in
unintended movements and body injury.
Replacing spark plugs
The spark plugs should be changed every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). However, city driving or fast highway driving
may necessitate changing after 15,000 miles (24,000 km) of driving. When installing new plugs, be sure to fit the right
type and use correct torque, see "Specifications". When changing the plugs, check that the suppressor connectors are in
good condition. Cracked or damaged connectors should be replaced. When changing the spark plugs, clean the
terminals and the rubber seals.
Front suspension