Specifications

1989 Volvo 740
740 Turbo
(B230F-Turbo engine)
Type designation Volvo B230F-Turbo
Output (SAE J 1349)
160 hp at 5300 rpm (119 kW at 88
rps)
Max. torque (SAE J 1349) 187 ft. lbs. (253 Nm) at 2900 rpm
Number of cylinders 4
Bore 3.78" (96 mm)
Stroke 3.15" (80 mm)
Displacement 2.32 Liters
Compression ratio 8.7:1
Valve clearance, cold engine 0.014-0.016"
inlet and exhaust (0.35-0.40 mm)
Valve clearance, warm engine 0.016-0.018"
inlet and exhaust (0.40-0.45 mm)
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 118 Specifications
Cooling system
Type Positive pressure. Closed system
Thermostat: begins to open at: (GL, GLE-16
Valve)
189 °F (87 °C)
(Turbo) 198° F (92°C)
Fan belts, designation: (GL, GLE-16 Valve) HC47cog x 1013
(Turbo) HC47cog x 1000
Coolant:
Volvo coolant type C (blue-
green)
Capacity: 10 US qts (9.5 liters)
Ignition system
Firing order 1-3-4-2
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