Model Variants:
240, 242, 244, 245 (sedan, coupe, wagon)
Engine Designations:
D20 and D24 diesel engines
Production Years Covered:
1974-1993 (240 series); D20/D24 diesel variants 1979-1993
Product Type:
Downloadable PDF service and repair manual
Subject:
Volvo 240 with D20 and D24 diesel engines
Format:
PDF - instant download
Target Audience:
DIY owners and professional technicians servicing Volvo 240 diesel models
Vehicle Class:
Compact executive / family car, rear-wheel drive
Reputation:
Durable, over-engineered, long service life with basic maintenance
Body Styles:
2-door coupe, 4-door sedan, 5-door wagon
Engine Options:
D20 inline-5 diesel and D24 inline-6 diesel
Layout:
Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Design Focus:
Safety, longevity, and ease of service
Coverage Areas:
Engine mechanical, fuel system, cooling, lubrication, electrical, transmission, brakes, suspension, steering, body
Manual Type:
Factory-style service and repair manual
Page Count:
N/A - varies by edition
Delivery Method:
Instant download after purchase
Compatibility:
Viewable on PC, Mac, tablet, and smartphone
Engine Mechanical:
D20 and D24 diesel engine disassembly, inspection, and reassembly
Fuel System:
Diesel injection pump, injectors, fuel lines, and fuel tank
Cooling System:
Radiator, water pump, thermostat, and hoses
Lubrication System:
Oil pump, oil filter, and oil galleries
Electrical System:
Battery, alternator, starter, glow plugs, and wiring
Transmission:
Manual and automatic transaxle service
Brakes:
Disc and drum brake service, master cylinder, and lines
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension, shocks, and springs
Steering:
Manual and power steering systems
Body and Interior:
Doors, windows, seats, and trim
Diagnostics:
Troubleshooting charts and fault diagnosis
Adjustments:
Valve clearance, injection timing, and belt tension
Removal and Installation:
Step-by-step component R&I procedures
Overhaul:
Engine and transmission overhaul procedures
Wiring Diagrams:
Electrical schematics for diesel models
Technical Depth and Parts
Specifications:
Torque values, clearances, and wear limits
Special Tools:
Required special tools and equipment listed
Parts Information:
Component identification and OEM part references
Diagrams:
Exploded views and illustrations
File Format:
PDF (searchable, bookmarked, zoomable)
Compatibility:
Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android — any device with a PDF reader
Requirements:
A PDF reader application (e.g. Adobe Acrobat Reader, free)
Searchability:
Fully text searchable for fast lookup of any topic
Print Quality:
High-resolution digital pages, printable at full clarity
Binding Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical binding
Paper Type:
N/A — digital download, no physical paper
D20 Engine:
Inline-5 diesel, approximately 2.0 L displacement
D24 Engine:
Inline-6 diesel, approximately 2.4 L displacement
Fuel System:
Mechanical diesel injection pump with injectors
Valvetrain:
Single overhead camshaft, timing belt driven
Cooling:
Liquid-cooled with water pump and thermostat
D20 Output:
N/A - varies by market and tune
D24 Output:
N/A - varies by market and tune
Emission Control:
Diesel-specific exhaust and EGR where fitted
Standard Transmission:
4-speed manual
Optional Transmission:
5-speed manual and 3-speed or 4-speed automatic
Drive Type:
Rear-wheel drive
Clutch:
Hydraulic or cable-operated clutch depending on year
Overdrive:
Available on certain manual variants
Service:
Fluid level checks, filter service, and linkage adjustment
Wheelbase:
2640 mm (104 in) approximately for 244/245
Length:
Approximately 4790 mm (188.6 in) for sedan/wagon
Width:
Approximately 1710 mm (67.3 in)
Height:
Approximately 1430 mm (56.3 in)
Curb Weight:
Approximately 1300-1400 kg (2866-3086 lb) depending on body style
Payload:
N/A - not specified for this manual
Crash Test Information:
N/A - not specified for this era
Body Construction:
Steel unibody with front and rear crumple zones
Safety Cage:
Reinforced passenger cell
Active and Passive Features
Active Features:
Power-assisted brakes and steering on equipped models
Passive Features:
Three-point seat belts, energy-absorbing steering column
Airbags:
N/A - not fitted on early models
Oil and Filter Change:
Every 5000-7500 miles depending on usage
Timing Belt:
Replace at recommended intervals per factory schedule
Fuel Filter:
Replace at regular service intervals
Valve Clearance:
Check and adjust periodically
Engine Oil:
Diesel-rated engine oil per factory specification
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol based coolant
Transmission Fluid:
Per factory specification for manual or automatic
Common Wear Items:
Glow plugs, injectors, timing belt, water pump, and suspension bushings
Heritage:
Known for safety innovation and durable engineering
Model Evolution and Production
Model Evolution:
240 series evolved from the 140 series and ran from 1974 to 1993
Diesel Introduction:
D20 and D24 diesel engines offered from 1979
Production Location:
Assembled in Sweden and other Volvo plants
