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1985 Volvo 740 GL, GLE, Turbo
WARNING!
Current legislation prohibits the use of the "Special Spare" tire other than as a temporary replacement
for a punctured tire. In other words, it must be replaced as soon as possible by a standard tire.
Roadholding. etc., may be affected with the "Special Spare" in use. Do not, therefore, exceed 50 mph
(80 km/h).
Special Spare
The spare tire of your car is what is called a "Special Spare". This is embossed on the tire. See
illustration.
GL, GLE models have 14" wheels and Special Spare tire pressure 40 psi (280 kPa).
Turbo models have 15" wheels and Special Spare tire pressure 50 psi (350 kPa).
These pressures should be maintained irrespective of which position on the car the Special Spare tire is
used on.
In the event of damage to this tire a new one can be purchased from your Volvo dealer.
pg. 62 Wheel changing
Changing a wheel
The spare wheel is located in the trunk, beneath the carpet.
Before using the jack, make sure the car is standing on firm, level ground. Apply the parking brake. On
models with automatic transmission, place the transmission selector lever in position P. On models with
manual transmission, place the gear-shift lever in 1st gear or reverse. Block the wheels standing on the
ground with wooden blocks or large stones.
● Remove the wheel cap, using the screwdriver in the tool kit.
● With the car still on the ground, use the box wrench from the tool kit to loosen the wheel nuts 1/2 - 1
turn. Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen.
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