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1987 Volvo 240
Type
Positive pressure, closed
system
Thermostat begins to open
at
188.6°F(87°C)
- fully open at 215°F(97°C)
Fan belts, designation HC-38 X 918 (two)
Coolant: Volvo Coolant type C (blue-green)
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with the LH-Jetronic electronic 2.2 fuel injection system.
Ignition System
Firing order 1-3-4-2
Ignition setting (cannot be adjusted) (12°B.T.D.C.at 750rpm)
Spark plugs Bosch WR7DC (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap 0.024-0.028" (0.6-0.7 mm)
Tightening torque 15-22 ft. Ibs. (20-30 Nm)
Distributor, direction of rotation Clockwise
pg. 99 Specifications
POWER TRANSMISSION
Manual or automatic transmission.
Hypoid type final drive.
Manual transmission M47 II
Reduction ratios:
1st gear 4.03:1
2nd gear 2.16:1
3rd gear 1.37:1
4th gear 1.00:1
5th gear 0.82:1
Reverse 3.68:1
Rear axle reduction ratio: 3.31:1
Automatic transmission AW70
Reduction ratios:
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