Volvo 1800 S manual

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. The front and rear suspension, the engine and the tr[...]

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. Movement of the hand brake lever is transmitted through a series of pul[...]

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. 1 Flasher and parking light left 2 Headlight, left 3 Horn 4 Loud tone horn 5 Headlight right 6 Flasher and parking light right 7 Relay fo[...]

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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. The h[...]

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. Adjust the [...]

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. Warning lamp for charging 7. Choke control 8. Ignition switch with built in starter 9. [...]

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. If the engine is cold, it will show r[...]

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 . To start the engine turn the key to this p[...]

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. The controls are [...]

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. Driving The driving of your 1800 S should not cau[...]

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. After 300 miles (5000km) the car should be given all-round lubri[...]

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. Since the engine is fitted with an oil cooler there can be a slight del[...]

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. No extra operation of the clutch or accelerator are nor[...]

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. In addition to this there are two cost-free guarantee inspections after 600 miles (1000km) [...]

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 water level X When tanking 17 Clean out cooling system X Spring and fall 18 Check spark plugs O 19 Change spark plugs O 20 Check distribution and igniti[...]

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. Dry off the dipstick[...]

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. After this the oil level only needs checking and topping up carried out if necessary. Oi[...]

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, 0.5 litres should be added to the eng[...]

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. Be careful when you remove the radiator cap. There are two positions on the c[...]

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. Should adjustment be [...]

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. Replacement of bulbs T[...]

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. REPLACING THE BULBS IN THE INNER LIGHTING UNITS The bulbs are accessible after the shade has been removed by pulling it outwards REPLACING [...]

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. The bulb holder is loosened simply by pressing it to one side after which the bulb, which has a bayonet fitting, c[...]

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. For this reason you should let your Volvo workshop carry out a regular ch[...]

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. 3. Place the [...]

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. 34 Polishing and waxing The car should be polished when the surface finish a[...]

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. This is particularly important during the winter since it is easy for snow and ice to be brought [...]

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. Servicing before a l[...]

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. They are located as follows: At the rear on the right side of the engine block Under the oil cooler Under the heater Low down on the left side of the radiator MIXING TABLE FOR ETHYLENE GLYCOL AND W[...]

Source – Volvo AB, Göteborg, Sweden page 32 ( 35 ) Reprint 2001 Karl Eric Målberg Width ………………………………………. 1700 mm Height ……………………………………… 1285 mm Wheel base ……………………………….. 2450 mm Track front ………………………………… 1315 mm Track rear …………?[...]

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 …………………. 1 h.p. Fuses ………………………………?[...]

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. Clean the bearings thoroughly and pack with heat-resistant beari[...]