2001 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual - Page 67

2001 Volvo S40 Manual

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Cooling system Type: Positive pressure, closed system Thermostat begins to open at 186° F (90° C) Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze Capacity: 6 US qts. (5.7 liters) Fuel system The engine is equipped with a multipoint fuel injection system. Distributor ignition system Firing order: 13-4-2 Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable Spark plugs: Champion RC8PYP or equivalent Spark plug gap: 0.03" (0.75 mm) Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. (25 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. All specifications are subject to change without notice. Replacing spark plugs The spark plugs should be changed according to your service program in your Warranty booklet. 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 Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support frame. Power assisted rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column. The alignment specifications apply to a car at curb weight (without passengers or cargo). Toe-in measured on the wheel rims: 2.1 mm +- 0.7 mm

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Cooling system
Type: Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 186° F (90° C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
Capacity: 6 US qts. (5.7 liters)
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multipoint fuel injection system.
Distributor ignition system
Firing order: 13-4-2
Distributor ignition setting: Not adjustable
Spark plugs: Champion RC8PYP or equivalent
Spark plug gap: 0.03" (0.75 mm)
Tightening torque: 18.4 ft. lbs. (25 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.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Replacing spark plugs
The spark plugs should be changed according to your service program in your Warranty booklet. 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
Spring strut suspension with integrated shock absorbers and control arms linked to the support frame. Power assisted
rack and pinion steering. Safety type steering column.
The alignment specifications apply to a car at curb weight (without passengers or cargo).
Toe-in measured on the wheel rims: 2.1 mm +- 0.7 mm