Specifications

Volvo 1990 760 Model
● Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc., increase air resistance and thereby fuel consumption.
● Turbo: try to keep the boost pressure gauge in the black range.
● Utilize overdrive at speeds above approx. 45 mph (70 km/h)
● Avoid using automatic transmission kick-down feature unless necessary.
● Avoid using the air conditioning when it is not required. When engaged, the air conditioner's
compressor places an
additional load on the engine.
Other factors which decrease gas mileage are:
● Worn or dirty spark plugs
● Incorrect spark plug gap
● Dirty air filter
● Incorrect valve clearance
● Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
● Dragging brakes
● Incorrect front end alignment
● Low tire pressure
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard Maintenance Service
intervals.
pg. 51 Starting the engine, Turbo caution
Starting and stopping a car equipped with automatic transmission.
1 Fasten the seat belt.
WARNING! Before starting, check that the seat is adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can be
depressed completely. Move the seat closer if necessary. Refer to section "Front seats".
2 Apply the parking brake, if not already set. Depress the brake pedal firmly.
3 Place the gear selector lever in Park (or Neutral).
4 Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the starting position. Release the key as
soon as the engine starts.
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