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Page 6: Type Designations
The Volvo PV 544 is a two-door, five seater car. It has an integral body so that there is no chassis frame. The front and rear ends together with engine and transmission are fitted directly into the body. -
Page 7: Fuel System
Description The engine ii t toiir^TttlfiK^'&rburMor engine with overhead valves. The pistons ire made of light-alloy and the upper compreuion ring on each piston is chromed. The main bearings and connecting rod bearings are replaceable. The crankshaft is statically and dynamically balanced. Engine type B 16 A has an output of 66 h.p. -
Page 8: Electrical System
Electrical system The electrical system is of the six-volt type and is fitted with a voltage control generator. The starter motor is controlled from the instrument panel by means of the ignition key. This key also forms the main switch for the rest of the electrical system. -
Page 9: Power Transmission
Description Power transmission Clutch The function of the clutch Is to transmit the power from the engine to the transmission. The clutch Is of the (Ingle dry plate type. The pressure ptate is operated by means of three release leven operated by means of the clutch pedal. Transmission The transmission li uied to regulate the speed ratio between the engine and the rear axle so that the engine always operates in its most favorable speed range. -
Page 10: Adjusting The Front Seats
Luggage compartment Jf you happen to lose the keys, you car go to your nearest Volvo dealer who will luggage compartment locked supply you with new keys. with the same key as used (or the door. -
Page 11: Safety Belts
Safety belts There is > special bedding set (or the Extra equipment on this vehicle in- Volvo PV 544 which can be ordered cludes safety belts for both the front from four Volvo dealer (part number seats. Utilize this simple but effective 79772). - Page 12 Description Instruments and operating controls Before you start engine, behind the wheel carefully check through all instrument! and controls you need for driving. location these is shown in illustration. Instrument! operating controls described in more detail below with reference to the numbers under the illustration. Immediately after starting and now and then while driving you should have a quick look at the instruments and check that they are showing normal reading! according to the values shown below.
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Page 13: Temperature Gauge
Description scrlpllon Temperature gauge The temperature gauge shows the temperature of the cooling system and thus indicates the working temperature of the engine. The indicator on this gauge should remain within the green markings. If it should show an excessively high temperature for a longer time without the radiator blind being pulled up. -
Page 16: Starting The Engine
Driving 3. Depress the clutch pedal fully. Gear position! on the 3-speed Gear positions on the 4-ipeed transmission transmission (M 30) Starting the engine Gear-shifting 1. Make sure that the 4. Turn the ignition key (M 30) (M 40) 2. If the engine is cold pull out the choke. If the engine is warm, gearshift lever is in the . - Page 17 Volvo workshop. You will then have all the work shown in the taken round...
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Page 19: Body Lubrication
You should preferably follow the recommendations in the service book concerning all-round lubrication after every 1 250 km (750 miles) since this mileage is based on research carried out by the Volvo factory. Use only top-quality lubricants of well-known manufacture. - Page 22 Ib.ft.). When fitting new spark plugs, be sure that you fit the right type (see page 55). Consult a Volvo workshop if you consider fitting another type of plug. hoses in the cooling system. Be careful when you unscrew the radiator cap. There are two positions on the cap when loosening it, one to decrease pressure in the system and the second to remove the cap itself.
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Page 23: Electrical System
Take out the bulb holder and loosen The alignment of the headlights should be checked in a Volvo workshop after every 10 000 km (6 000 miles). Remember that the lection of the road lit up by the the bulb by pressing it inwards and headlights can vary depending on the loading in the verhicle. - Page 25 Fitting the hub flange. Then lower the vehicle vehicle to a Volvo workihop for th« and tighten the nuts finally. Tighten the wheels to be balanced. nuts alternately. Fit the hub cap by striking it smartly with the hand opposite th«...
- Page 26 Damage caused by gravel as well as scratches in surface finish. the surface can, however, be touched up by the owner and Volvo dealers supply Spots of tar, etc. can be removed by using kerosene. If the vehicle has white side- the original paint in 100 g (4 oz.) tins for this purpose.
- Page 27 Battery acid Servicing before long-distance driving If any battery acid is spilt on the upholstery, the stain must be removed imme- diately otherwise a hole can be corroded in the upholstery. Use ammonia, but if with carbon tetrachloride. < you have no ammonia available you can rinse the stain with water. Rinse the stain Pour a little carbon tetrachloride onto the stain and then press on as soon as possible with ammonia which should then be rinsed off with water.
- Page 28 6 Check brakes, front wheel alignment and steering gear. you go you know you have Volvo workshops within reach and these workshops can take care of your vehicle 7 Check the tool kit and check the spare wheel. very quickly. Do not forget your regular servicing during your trip abroad. All Volvo workshops abroad are equipped to give your vehicle the service it needs.
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Page 29: Engine Lubricating System
In the same way as anti-freeze is added to the cooling system during the winter to prevent frost damage, anti-freeze should also be added to the windshield washer water container. Your Volvo dealer can supply you with i suitable anti-freeze for this purpose A frozen door lock is one of the most irritating things that can happen to a car- owner. -
Page 34: Lubricating Chart
III at a Volvo workshop. Note 12 Every 1250 km (750 miles) check that the oil is up to the filler plug. The __ should be changed after every 20000 km (12 500 miles).