Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 1800 S Volvo
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Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 1 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden Reprinting permitted if source quoted Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 2 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Introduction The Volvo 1800 S is a two-door sports car. The car is a two-seater but there is space for a further two passengers in the rear seat. The body is of integral construction so there is no frame as such.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 3 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Brakes The car is fitted with two independent brake systems, a foot brake system and a hand brake system. Hand brake system This is mechanical and only influences the brakes on the rear wheels.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 4 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Fuses The electrical equipment is protected by means of three 35 A fuses, located in fuse boxes on the left-hand wheel housing.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 5 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 6 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Body Hood The hood is fitted with a locking device, which is operated from the driving seat by means of a handle to the left under the instrument panel. This releases the hood, which can then be lifted up after the handled has been moved forward and downward.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 7 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Safety belts Standard equipment on this vehicle includes safety belts for both the front seats. Make a habit of fitting the belts as soon as you get into the car. The length of each belt can be easily adjusted by means of the part attached to the floor.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 8 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 1. Control for windshield wipers and windshield washers 2. Oil pressure gauge 3. Temperature gauge for cooling water 4. Temperature gauge for engine oil 5. Revolution counter 6.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 9 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 2 Oil pressure gauge The oil pressure is dependent on the temperature of the oil and the engine speed. Since the engine is fitted with an oil cooler, there can be some slight delay before the oil pressure gauge gives a reading.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 10 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 8 Ignition switch with built in starter 1 Radio position. In this position all the electrical equipment in the car can be used without having the engine running. 2 Neutral position 3 Running position 4 Starting position .
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 11 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 11 Heater and ventilation controls The heater and ventilation system is controlled by means of three levers. “AIR” = Stream of air inside the car “DEFR” = Air to the windshield “TEMP” = Control for the temperature of the incoming air.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 12 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 14 Directional signal switch with headlight flasher In the directional signal switch there is a built-in switch which lights the headlights on full beam when the switch is pulled upwards towards the steering wheel.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 13 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg When the car has been driven 1500 miles (2500km) it should be taken back to the workshop for the final guarantee inspection. The servicing procedure shown in the warranty booklet is then carried out.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 14 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 1. Depress the clutch pedal 2. Turn the ignition key to the starting position. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. You can the drive the car as soon as the oil gauge shows a reading.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 15 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Overdrive The overdrive (model 18335) which can be engaged when you are running in fourth speed, is operated by means of a switch on the instrument panel. The overdrive is engaged when the switch is moved up.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 16 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Servicing Before the car was delivered from the factory it was subjected to a very thorough inspection. Your dealer, in his turn, carried out a further delivery inspection.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 17 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 12 Check valve clearance O 13 Clean fuel filter X 14 Change air cleaners X 15 Check fan belt O 16 Check cooling wa.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 18 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 2 Check the oil level in the engine The oil level in the engine should be checked every time tanking is carried out. This should be done while the engine is warm and the oil levels is checked by using a dipstick on the left side of the engine.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 19 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg should be done immediately after the car has been run while the oil is still warm. The rear axle should then be carefully rinsed out with flushing oil before new oil is added.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 20 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg reason it must be changed at regular intervals, after about every 6,000 miles (10,000km). This operation should preferably be carried out by a Volvo workshop. If the oil cleaner is changed without the engine oil being changed, 0.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 21 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 16 Check the cooling water level The engine cooling water level should be checked each time the fuel tank is filled. Water is added through the filler opening on the top of the radiator.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 22 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg of a shaft so that movements of the accelerator pedal influence both the carburettors simultaneously. IDLING SETTING The engine idling setting is correctly adjusted before the car is delivered from the factory and should not be altered later.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 23 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg 24 Check headlight alignment The alignment of headlights should be checked in a Volvo workshop after every 6,000 miles (10 ,000 km). Remember that the section of the road lit up by the headlights can vary depending on the loading of the car.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 24 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg On vehicles fitted with Sealed Beam headlights, follow the instructions under points 1-4 and then replace the complete unit.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 25 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg REPLACING THE BULB FOR THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHTING The bulbs for the license plate lighting are accessible from the inside of the luggage compartment.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 26 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Front end 29 Checking the front wheel alignment Correct front wheel alignment is of vital importance for the steering of the car. Faulty adjustment can also mean unnecessary heavy tire wear.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 27 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg REMOVING 1. Lever off the hub cap with the help of the spade shaped lever. 2. Loosen the wheel nuts slightly with the help of a socket wrench. All the wheels have right hand thread nuts which can be loosened by turning in an anti-clockwise direction.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 28 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Whenever a washing agent is used, the car should be well rinsed down with clear water afterwards. After washing, the car should be carefully dried off with a soft, clean charmois leather.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 29 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg When using carbon tetrachloride, always air out the car well afterwards. CLEANING THE FLOOR MATS The floor mats should be taken out at least twice a year and cleaned.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 30 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg URINE Wash with warm soap solution and the rinse off with cold water. After this pour a little dilute ammonia (1 part ammonia to 5 parts water) over the stain. Allow the ammonia to remain for a minute or so and then dry off with a moist cloth.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 31 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Four cocks should be opened when the cooling water is drained off.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 32 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Width ………………………………………. 1700 mm Height ……………………………………… 1285 mm Wheel base ……………………………….
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 33 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Battery electrolyte, specific gravity ………… 1.275-1.285 Battery electrolyte, specific gravity when recharging necessary ……………………….. 1.230 Starter motor, rated output ………………….
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 34 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Wheel wrench Screwdriver Socket wrench with lever Philips screwdriver Adjustable wrench Tool bag Lubrication chart.
Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 35 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Notes for lubrication chart Note 1 , Check that the oil is up to the filler plug Note 2. The front wheel bearings should be disassembled after every 12,500 miles (20 ,000 KM) or at least once a year.
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