Volvo 242 1977 User Manual

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1977 Volvo 242 244 245
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VOLVO
242, 244, 245
Notice to Owner: Your Volvo has been built to comply with all North American Safety and anti-
pollution regulations and evidence of this can be verified from the certification label on the left wheel
housing in the engine compartment. For further information regarding these regulations, please consult
your local dealer.
Contents
(Index see page
91)
DESCRIPTION Page
Introduction 2
Keys 3
Instruments and controls 4
Instruments 6
Warning lights 7
Ignition switch, parking brake 8
Lighting 9
Turn signals 10
Wipers 11
Clock, cigarette lighter, ash tray 12
Tailgate window wiper, electrically heated rear window, hazard warning
flasher
13
Heating and ventilation 14
Air conditioning 16
Front seats 18
Seat belts 20
Doors and locks 22
Rear doors, trunk lid 23
Hood 24
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Volvo 242 1977 Specifications

General

Brand	Volvo
Model	242 1977
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Instruments and Controls

Instruments

Description of dashboard instruments like odometer, speedometer, indicators.

Warning Lights

Explanation of various warning lights on the instrument panel.

Ignition Switch and Parking Brake

Operation of the ignition switch and parking brake mechanism.

Lighting

Details on operating headlights, position lights, and instrument lights.

Turn Signals

Instructions for using turn signals and high/low beam switching.

Wipers

Tailgate Wiper, Heated Rear Window, Hazard Flasher

Heating and Ventilation

Controls for heating and ventilation systems.

Air Conditioning

Seat Belts

Information on seat belt usage, retractors, and adjustment.

Doors and Locks

Starting and Driving

Break-in Period

Guidelines for breaking in a new car, including speed limits and first service.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step instructions for starting the car's engine safely.

Gear Shift Positions

Automatic Transmission

Details on shift positions (P, R, N, D, 2, 1) and operation.

Emergency Towing

Catalytic Converter Cautions

Maintenance Services

Maintenance Services Overview

General information on scheduled maintenance and inspections.

Servicing Schedule

Detailed maintenance schedule based on mileage intervals.

Engine Oil

Checking oil level, adding oil, and oil filter replacement.

Cooling System

Emission Control Systems

Transmission Oil

Rear Axle, Power Steering, Brake Fluid

Replacing Bulbs

Fuses

Wheels and Tires

Wheel Changing

Cold Weather Driving

Service Diagnosis

Starter System Diagnosis

Troubleshooting steps for starter motor issues.

Engine Starting Problems

Diagnosis for engine stalls, misfiring, and low power.

Fuel System Issues

Troubleshooting excessive fuel consumption and engine stalls.

Engine Performance Diagnosis

Diagnosis for dieseling, misfiring at speed, and backfiring.

Specifications

Engine Specifications

Front End and Wheel Alignment

Power Transmission