Volvo 240 Owner's Manual page 11

Volvo 1990 240 Model
Brake failure warning light (red)
If the light comes on while driving and the brake
pedal can be depressed further than normal, it is an
indication that one of the brake circuits is not
functioning. Stop immediately, open engine hood
and check brake fluid level (see section "Brake fluid,
power steering").
Reservoir empty: do NOT drive. Tow car to shop for
check/repair of brake system. Reservoir not empty:
proceed immediately and with caution to a Volvo
dealer for an inspection of the brake system.
Canadian models are equipped with this warning
light:
pg. 12 Service reminder light, Clock, Ambient temperature gauge
Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
If the light comes on (or stays on after the vehicle has started), the SRS diagnostic system has detected a
fault. Take the car to an authorized Volvo dealer for an inspection of the system. See the SRS section for
more information.
Service reminder light
This light will come on at 5,000 mile (8,000 km) intervals. It is a reminder to the driver that the 5,000
mile (8,000 km) service interval has been exceeded. The light will stay on 2 minutes after start until
reset by the servicing dealer.
Check Engine warning light
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