Three-Way Catalytic Converter; Battery Data - Volvo V50 User Manual

2006 Volvo V50
General information
12-volt system with voltage controlled generator. Single wire system in which the chassis and engine
block are used as conductors, grounded on the chassis.
Bulbs
Please refer to page 160
Battery
Voltage
Cold start capacity
(CCA)
Reserve capacity (RC)
If the battery must be replaced, replace it with one with the same cold start capacity and reserve capacity
as the original (see the decal on the battery).
* Cars equipped with the High Performance audio system
** Cars equipped with the Premium Sound audio system and/or the Volvo Navigation system
1
maximum current 120/150 A
Generator
Starter motor output
1. Dependent on engine type
pg. 190 Three-way catalytic converter
Three-way catalytic converter - general information
Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical,
fuel or distributor ignition systems, may cause unusually high three-way catalytic converter
temperatures. Do not continue to operate your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of
power or other unusual operating conditions, such as engine overheating or backfiring. A properly tuned
engine will help avoid malfunctions that could damage the three-way catalytic converter.
Do not park your vehicle over combustible materials, such as grass or leaves, which can come into
contact with the hot exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and weather
conditions.
Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one minute), or an intermittently firing or flooded engine can
cause three-way catalytic converter or exhaust system overheating.
Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine, the Electronic Control
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for a list of the bulbs used in your car.
12 V 12 V
520 A 600 A* 700 A**
100 120
min min
1.4/1.9 kW
12 V
150
min