Engine compartment 960

1 Expansion tank, coolant
2 Oil filler cap, engine
3 Engine oil dip-stick
4 Brake fluid reservoir
5 Battery
6 Data plate
7 Radiator
8 Power steering fluid reservoir
9 Air cleaner
10 Washer fluid reservoir
11 Main fuse box
12 Relay/fuse box

No. Lubricating hint Lubricant
1 Hood lock and latch Oil
2 Hood hinges Oil
3 Door stop and hinges Oil
4 Sun roof wind deflector Oil
Sun roof mechanism Grease
5 Door lock catch plate Oil
6 Trunk lid lock Low temperature
keyhole and hinges grease
7 Window regulator Oil, grease
locking device low temperature
(on inside of door) grease
8 Front seat slide rail
and latch Oil
9 Door lock keyhole Low temperature grease or Volvo Teflon lock spray

To avoid rattles and unnecessary wear, the body should be lubricated at regular service intervals. This should be done by an authorized Volvo retailer.

Power steering fluid

The fluid level should lie between the MIN and MAX on the side of the dipstick. The space between the marks corresponds to 0.2 US qts/liters.

Fluid type: ATF
Replace: no fluid change required.

Brake fluid

The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX marks.

Fluid type: DOT 4+
Replace*: every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The brake fluid should be replaced once a year or every 15,000 miles (25,000 km) when driving under extremely severe conditions (mountain driving, hot climate, high humidity etc..)

Check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the "MIN" mark of the fluid reservoir.
Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retailer.

* At owner request

Belt check

Check the belt regularly to make sure it is in good condition and is clean. A worn or dirty belt can cause poor cooling and low generator output as well as impair the operation of the power steering and the air conditioning unit.

NOTE : The belt on the 960 is equipped with a self-questioning mechanism and requires no adjustment between changes.

Check coolant level

The cooling system must be filled with coolant and not leak to operate at maximum efficiency. Check the coolant level regularly. The level should be between the "Max" and "Min" marks on the expansion tank. The check should be made with particular thoroughness when the engine is new or when the cooling system has been drained.
Do not remove the filler cap other than for topping-up with coolant. Frequent removal may prevent coolant circulations between the engine tank during engine warm-up and cooling.

Changing coolant

Normally, the coolant does not need to be changed. If the system must be drained, use the following procedure:
Remove the expansion tank cap. Open the drain cock on the right side of the engine block and disconnect the lower radiator hose.
Fill coolant through the expansion tank. The heater controls should be fully open when draining and filling.
Add coolant until the level is up to the MAX mark or slightly above.
Start the engine and run until hot. Check the cooling system connections for tightness. Also re-check the coolant level.
Capacity: See "Specifications"
coolant: Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze only

NOTE: Do not top up with water only. Water by itself reduces the rust-protective and anti-freeze qualities of the coolant and has a lower boiling point. It can also cause damage to the cooling system if it should freeze.

Adjusting washer nozzles

The washer jets should spray the windshield as shown. Use the edge of a small screwdriver to adjust the nozzles, if necessary.

Washer fluid reservoir

The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartments and holds approx. 0.5 US gal. (2 liters) - sedans and 0.8 US gal (3.2 liters) - wagons. During cold weather, the reservoir should be filled windshield washer solvent containing anti-freeze.