Specifications

This chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical specifications of your car.

9:2	Oil/Fluids specifications
9:3	Engine specifications
9:4	Cooling system
9:4	Fuel system
9:4	Distributor ignition system
9:5	Transmission
9:5	Suspension
9:6	Electrical system/bulbs
9:7	Capacities
9:8	Service manuals, Road assistance
9:9	Dimensions and weights
9:10	Customer support

Oil quality

Meeting API specification SG, SG/CD, SH or ILSAC GF-1
For best fuel economy and engine protection, consult with your authorized Volvo dealer for recommended oils. Oil with a different quality rating may not provide adequate engine protection.
Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for : driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances or for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo dealer.

960
Capacity (including filter) : 5.9 US qts = 5.75 liters

SAE 15 W/40 oil is recommended for use in severe driving conditions which involve high oil temperatures or excessive oil consumption (e.g. mountain driving with frequent deceleration, or high-speed driving.)

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Engine

Liquid-cooled, gasoline, 6-cylinder, in-line engine. Aluminum alloy cylinder block with cast-iron cylinder liners cast directly into block. Aluminum alloy cylinder heads with double overhead camshafts and separate intake and outlet channels.
Engine lubrication is provided by an eccentric pump driven from the crankshaft. Full-flow type oil filter. Exhaust emission control accomplished by fuel injection, heated oxygen sensors and three-way catalytic converter

Type designation Volvo B 6304 S Volvo B 6254 S

Output (SAE J 1349) 181 hp at 5200 rpm 168 hp at 5700 rpm
(135 kW at 87 rps) (125 kW at 95 rps)
Max. torque (SAE J 1349) at rpm 199 ft. lbs. (270 Nm) at 4100 rpm 170 ft. lbs. (230 Nm) at 4400 rpm
Number of cylinders 6 6
Bore 3.27" (83 mm) 3.19" (81 mm)
Stroke 3.54" (90 mm) 3.15" (80 mm)
Displacement 2.92 liters 2.47 liters
Compression ratio 10.7:1 10.5:1
Valve clearance: Self-adjusting Self-adjusting

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Cooling system

Type: Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat-begins to open at 186°F (87°C)

Coolant: Volvo Genuine Coolant/Anti-freeze

Capacity: 10.5 qts (10 liters)

Fuel system

The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system

Distributor ignition System

Firing order 1-5-3-6-2-4
Distributor ignition setting Not adjustable
Spark plugs Bosch FR 6 DC (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap 0.024-0.028" (0.6-0.7 mm)
Tightening torque 17.3-20.3 ft. lbs. (23-27 Nm)

POWER TRANSMISSION

Automatic transmission: AW 40 AW 43

Reduction ratios:
1st gear 2.80:1 2.80:1
2nd gear 1.53:1 1.53:1
3rd gear 1:1 1:1
Overdrive 0.71:1 0.75:1
Reverse 2.39:1 2.39:1

Rear axle:
Reduction ratio 3.73:1 4.10:1

All specifications are subject to change without notice.

Front suspension

McPherson-type spring and strut suspension. Shock absorbers housed in strut casing. Rack-and-pinion steering.

Safety-type steering column.

The alignment specifications apply to an unladen car, but include fuel, coolant, and spare wheel.
Toe-in, measured on the wheel rim: 2.3 mm +/- 1.0 mm
tire sides: 2.8 +/- 1.3 mm

Rear Suspension

Sedans: Multi-link rear wheel suspension consisting of four elements per side: a trailing support arm with load levelling shock absorber ("Nivomat" level-regulating system on certain models), an upper L-shaped link, a lower traverse link, and an angled rear track rod to control wheel toe-in.
Toe-in, measured at the wheel rim: 0.016" +/- 0.020" (0.4+/- 0.5 mm)
tire sides: 0.02" +/- 0.031" (0.5+/- 0.8mm)

Wagons: Constant track rear axle located by two trailing support arms and a track rod. Equipped with coil springs and load-leveling shock absorbers. Torque forces controlled by two separate torque rods connected to rubber-insulated subframe.