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Volvo 1990 740 Model
NOTE: Unleaded fuel is required for cars with three-way catalytic converters. A label on the
instrument panel and inside fuel tank filler door will remind owners and filling station attendants of
this requirement.
Important! It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into any vehicle labeled "unleaded gasoline only".
pg. 61 Brake system
If one of the brake circuits should malfunction, the red warning light will come on. (see page 8)
The pedal stroke increases slightly, the pedal feels softer and on cars equipped with ABS, extra pressure
is required for normal braking.
On vehicles not equipped with ABS extra pressure is not generally required for normal braking even if
there is a malfunction in one of the brake circuits.
If the light comes on while driving or braking: stop immediately, open the hood and check the brake
fluid level in the reservoir (see "Brake fluid, power steering" section).
WARNING!
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in either section of the reservoir: Do Not Drive. Tow the car
to a Volvo dealer and have the brake system checked and any leakage repaired.
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in half of the reservoir: Drive carefully to a garage and have the
brake system checked.
Moisture on brake discs and brake pads affects braking.
Driving in rain and slush or passing through an automatic car wash can cause water to collect on the
brake discs and pads. This will cause a delay in braking effect when the pedal is depressed. To avoid
such a delay when the brakes are needed, depress the pedal occasionally when driving through rain,
slush etc. This will remove the water from the brakes. Check that brake application feels normal. This
should also be done after washing or starting in very damp weather.
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