1992 Volvo 240
your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating conditions , such as engine overheating or backfiring. A
●Remember that tampering with or unauthorized modifications to the engine or the vehicle may be illegal and can cause catalyst or exhaust system overheating.
This includes:
–Altering fuel injection settings or components.
–Adjusting ignition timing beyond specified limits.
–Altering emission system components or location or removing components.
–Use of leaded fuel.
CAUTION: Unleaded fuel is required for cars with catalytic converter. A label on the instrument panel and rear fender, near the filler inlet, will remind owners and filling station attendants of this requirement.
Important! It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into any vehicle labeled "unleaded gasoline only".
WARNING: Do not park your car 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 continuous minute) with an intermittently firing or flooded engine, can cause catalyst or exhaust system overheating. This also applies to lengthy pushing or towing of vehicle to start (manual transmissions only). Do not attempt to start a car with automatic transmission by pushing or towing.
Contents Top of Page
file:///K/ownersdocs/1992/1992_240/92240_059.htm (8 of 8)12/30/2006 9:31:29 AM
