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1985 Volvo 740 GL, GLE, Turbo
WARNING! Do not drive with trunk lid or tailgate open!
Poisonous exhaust gases may enter via the open trunk lid or tailgate. If the trunk lid/tailgate must be
kept open for any reason, proceed as follows:
● Close the windows.
● Set the ventilation system control to and fan control to its highest setting.
Driving through standing water
CAUTION: Drive slowly and carefully if going through standing water (i.e. flooded roadways, etc.).
Damage to engine could result if excess water is ingested through the air intake system. Never drive the
vehicle in water deeper that 1 foot (300 mm).
pg. 47 Points to remember
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your car has a tendency to understeer, which means that the steering wheel
has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvature of a bend. This ensures good
stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these properties can alter with the
vehicle load. The heavier the load in the trunk, the less the tendency to understeer.
Handling, roadholding
Vehicle load, tire design, and inflation pressure, all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check that the
tires are inflated to the recommended pressure according to the vehicle load. See "Tire pressure" section.
CAUTION!
It is recommended that tires of the same make and dimensions be used on all four wheels. Do not use
bias ply tires as this will adversely alter vehicle handling characteristics.
Roof racks (removable and permanent)
Roof racks are available as Volvo accessories.
Observe the following points when in use:
● Avoid single-point loads. Distribute the load evenly.
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