Target Audience:
Do-it-yourself enthusiasts and professional mechanics.
Value Proposition:
An inexpensive way to keep the vehicle working properly, offering a complete DIY solution.
Visual Aids:
Hundreds of photos, illustrations, detailed drawings, and enlarged inset views.
Navigation:
Numbered table of contents for fast and easy information retrieval.
User Experience:
Designed to guide the reader through each service and repair procedure.
Engine Service Repair:
Detailed procedures for engine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
Transmission Service Repair:
Covers repair and maintenance for both manual and automatic transmissions.
Brake System:
Comprehensive coverage of brake system components, maintenance, and repair.
Electrical System:
Detailed troubleshooting and repair for the vehicle's electrical systems.
Wiring Diagrams:
Includes detailed wiring diagrams for ease of diagnosis and repair.
Suspension:
Covers suspension components, maintenance, and repair procedures.
Steering:
Detailed information on steering system maintenance and repair.
Cooling System:
Procedures for cooling system maintenance, flushing, and component replacement.
Fuel System:
Covers fuel delivery, injection systems, and fuel system maintenance.
Fuel Injection:
Specific details on fuel injection system diagnostics and repair.
Emission System:
Information related to emission control systems and their maintenance.
Heater Air Conditioner:
Coverage of HVAC system maintenance and repair.
Engine Control System:
Details on the engine management and control systems.
Chassis Body:
Covers chassis and bodywork related repairs and maintenance.
Restraint System:
Information pertaining to safety restraint systems, including airbags and seatbelts.
Interior:
Details on interior components, trim, and related repairs.
Differential Drive:
Coverage of the drive axle and differential components.
Axle:
Specific information on axle maintenance and repair.
General Maintenance:
Procedures for routine checks, fluid changes, and tune-ups.
Troubleshooting:
Comprehensive guides for diagnosing and resolving common vehicle problems.
Periodic Lubrication:
Schedules and instructions for lubrication points.
Step By Step Instructions:
Numbered instructions for all repair procedures.
Detailed Substeps:
Expansion of repair procedures with finer detail.
Notes Cautions Warnings:
Critical information highlighted throughout the manual.
Depth:
Complete factory level detail, suitable for both DIYers and experienced mechanics.
Documentation Type:
Full factory service repair manual, based on complete disassembly.
Compatibility:
Compatible with all PC-based Windows operating systems and Mac.
Printability:
Printable without restriction, either in whole or in part.
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download - Printable)
Paper Type:
N/A (Digital Download - Printable)
Software Requirement:
Adobe PDF Reader
Storage Option:
Can be saved to hard-drive or burned to CD-ROM.
Engine Family:
Volvo Redblock (B230, B230F, B230FT, etc.) and PRV V6 (in 760 models).
Engine Displacement Range:
2.3 Liters (4-cylinder) and 2.8 Liters (V6).
Horsepower Torque Variations:
Varies significantly by specific engine variant and market. Manual provides specific data.
Fuel Injection Type:
Bosch LH Jetronic (various iterations), K-Jetronic (early models), and potentially others depending on engine and market.
Fuel Type:
Unleaded gasoline (typically 91 or 95 RON).
Crash Test Results:
Volvo's reputation for safety in this era, though specific NHTSA/IIHS ratings from this period are less standardized than modern ones. Manual likely details passive safety features.
Anti Lock Brakes:
Available as an option on many models, especially 760 series.
Seat Belts:
Standard three-point seat belts, often with pretensioners.
Body Structure:
Reinforced safety cage, crumple zones, side-impact beams.
Audio System:
Factory AM/FM/Cassette systems, often with premium speaker options. Some models may have had optional CD players later in the production run.
Cruise Control:
Widely available, often standard on higher trims.
Connectivity Options:
Limited by era; primarily focused on internal vehicle systems. No modern Bluetooth or USB integration.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 5,000-7,500 miles (8,000-12,000 km) or 6-12 months, depending on oil type and driving conditions (manual will specify).
Timing Belt Replacement:
For 4-cylinder B230 engines, typically 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 5 years (manual will confirm exact interval and procedure).
Engine Oil Specification:
API SG/SH or newer, viscosity typically 10W-30 or 10W-40, depending on ambient temperature (manual will provide precise specifications).
Coolant Type:
Ethylene glycol based antifreeze (Volvo green coolant or equivalent).
Transmission Fluid Type Automatic:
Dexron III or equivalent (manual will specify exact fluid)
Transmission Fluid Type Manual:
GL-4 gear oil (e.g., SAE 75W-90 or 80W-90, manual will specify).
Common Problems General:
Fuel pump failures, fuel accumulator issues (K-Jetronic), MAF sensor problems (LH-Jetronic), Volvo's 'redblock' engine is generally robust but can suffer from oil leaks due to aging seals, vacuum hose deterioration, ABS issues (if equipped).
Common Problems Electrical:
Dash warning lights, intermittent electrical faults due to aging wiring and connectors, immobilizer issues (on later models within this range).
Brand Focus:
Volvo is renowned for its strong emphasis on safety, durability, and comfort.
Series Introduction:
The 700 series was a significant step up in design and technology for Volvo, replacing the older 200 series. It featured a more modern, boxy, and European styling.
Model Differentiation:
The 740 was positioned as the more mainstream model, often with 4-cylinder engines, while the 760 was the flagship, featuring more luxury appointments and typically V6 engines or turbocharged 4-cylinders.
Manufacturing Location:
Primarily Sweden, with some production in Belgium and other locations.
