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2002 Volvo C70 Coupe & Convertible
WARNING!
It is recommended that tires of the same make and dimensions be used on all four wheels (including
the use of snow tires). Do not use bias ply tires as this will adversely alter vehicle handling
characteristics.
WARNING! Floor mats
An extra mat on the driver's floor can cause the accelerator pedal to catch. Check that the movement
of the accelerator pedal is not impeded. Not more than one protective floor covering may be used at
one time.
* To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not insect your car's transmission oil yourself.
Have your car's transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo service technician.
pg.73 Points to remember
Cooling system
The risk for engine overheating is greatest, especially in hot weather, when:
Towing a trailer up steep inclines for prolonged periods at wide open throttle and low engine rpm.
Stopping the engine suddenly after high speed driving (so-called "after-boiling" can occur).
To avoid overheating, the following rules should be followed:
Do not drive for prolonged periods at engine speeds above 4500 rpm if you are towing a trailer in hilly
terrain.
Reduce speed and downshift when towing a trailer up long, steep inclines. The risk of overheating can
be reduced by switching off the air conditioning system for a short time.
Do not let the engine idle unnecessarily for prolonged periods.
Do not mount auxiliary lamps in front of the grill.
When the risk of overheating is imminent, or in the event of overheating (the temperature gauge goes
repeatedly into, or stays continually in, the red section), the following precautions should be taken:
Switch off the air conditioning system.
Pull off the road, away from traffic, stop the car and put the gear lever into neutral. Do not stop the
engine!
Switch the heater to full (maximum) position. Increase the engine speed to approx. 2000 rpm (twice
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