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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
362
Normal checking points - other parts require specialist
expertise.
Checking/refilling the coolant for the cooling
and climate control systems
Checking/filling the power steering fluid
Engine oil filler pipe
Checking/filling of brake fluid (on driver's
side)
Starter battery
Relay and fuse box
Washer fluid filler pipe
WARNING
The car's electrical system must always be in
key position 0 when work is being performed
in the engine compartment; see Key positions
- functions at different levels (p. 83).
Related information
•
Bonnet - opening and closing (p. 361)
•
Engine compartment - checking (p. 362)
Engine compartment - checking
Some oils and fluids should be checked at regu-
lar intervals.
Regular checking
Check the following oils and fluids at regular
intervals, e.g. when refuelling:
•
Coolant
•
Engine oil
•
Power steering fluid
•
Washer fluid
WARNING
Remember that the radiator fan (located at
the front of the engine compartment, behind
the radiator) may start or continue to operate
automatically for up to approx. 6 minutes after
the engine has been switched off.
Always have the engine cleaned by a work-
shop - an authorised Volvo workshop is rec-
ommended. There is a risk of fire if the engine
is hot.
Related information
•
Bonnet - opening and closing (p. 361)
•
Engine compartment - overview (p. 361)
•
Coolant - level (p. 365)
•
Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 364)
•
Power steering fluid - level (p. 367)
•
Washer fluid - filling (p. 379)
