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1997 Volvo 850
Automatic transmission 2 US gals (7.6 liters)
Manual transmission 2.2 US qts. (2.1 liters)
Power steering fluid 0.8 US qts. (0.8 liter)
Washer fluid reservoir 3.2 US qts. (3.0 liters)
Brake/clutch system 0.6 US qts (0.6 liters)
* Turbo-charged models: Add 0.95 US qt. (0.9 liters) if the oil cooler has been drained.
Vehicle Loading
The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as
recommended on the tire information label. The label is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The
label lists both tire and vehicle design limits. Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated.
WARNING! Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can
possibly lead to failure resulting in loss of vehicle control prior warning.
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 9:6 Specifications (cont.)
Electrical system
12 Volt, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled generator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors.
Battery
Voltage 12 V
Capacity 520 A/100 min
(certain markets) 420 A/75 min
The battery contains corrosive and poisonous acids. It is of the utmost importance that old batteries are
disposed of correctly. Your Volvo retailer can assist you in this matter.
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