Volvo 122 S Technical Information

Type designationsIn all correspondence con-cerning your vehicle withthe dealer and when order-ing spare parts, thetypedesignation, chassis and en-gine

DESCRIPTIONThe engine is a four-cylinder carburettor unit with overhead valves.The pistons are made of light-alloy and the upper compression ring onea

1 11.Carburettor(B 18D)12.Oil dipstick21.Relay for back-up light2.Float chamber(B 18D)13.Distributor22.Relay for headlight3.Air cleaner(B 18D)14.Heate

DESCRIPTIONElectrical systemThe electrical system is of the 12-volt type and is fitted with a volt-age control dynamo. The starter motor is controlled

DESCRIPTIONPower transmissionClutchThe function of the clutch is to transmit the power from the engine tothe gearbox. The clutch is of the single dry

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DESCRIPTIONBodyBonnetThe bonnet is fitted with a catchwhich is operated from the drivingseat through a handle located to theleft under the instrument

Doors and locksThere is a lock with a keyhole oneach of the front doors. All thedoors can be locked from insidethe car by pressing down the lockbutton

DESCRIPTIONFront seatsThe front seats can be slid back-wards or forwards after the knobon the outside of the seat is presseddown. Exert leverage with

TWO- AND FOUR-DOORCARS(121/122 SM)DESCRIPTION DRIVINGSERVICING

Safety beltsStandard on this vehicle includessafetybeltsforboth the frontseats.Utilize this simple but effectivesafetydevice.Even when drivingslowly,

DESCRIPTIONInstruments and operating controlsBefore you start the engine, sit behind the wheel and carefully checkthrough all the instruments and cont

DESCRIPTIONITemperature gaugeThe temperature gauge shows the temperature of the cooling system andthus indicates the working temperature of the engine

DESCRIPTION10Control for windscreen wipers and washersThe control for the windscreen wipers and washers has four positions.When pressed in, the contro

DESCRIPTION14Heater and ventilation systemSwitch for fresh-air fanPushed right in - closedInterco. pos. - full outputFully out - half outputAir-flowAI

DESCRIPTION20Lighting switchParking lights(Lighting switch pulled out onenotch)Dipped headlights(Lighting switch fully out andfoot dipper switch in di

DRIVINGStarting i n a garageIfyou start your vehicle in a garage, always open the garage doorsbefore starting the engine. The exhaust gases from the e

SERVICINGGeneralBefore the vehicle was delivered from the factory it was subjected to avery thorough inspection. Your dealer, in his turn, carried out

SERVICINGMaintenance schemeIn the maintenance scheme below the servicing procedures have beengiven certain numbers which refer to the detailed descrip

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SERVICINGIn addition to the servicing procedures mentioned in this scheme youshould also regularly check the following from the point of view oftraffi

SERVICINGLubricationLubrication is the most important procedure in servicing a vehicle. Thecost of lubricant is insignificant compared with the cost o

SERVICING1Body lubricationIn order to avoid squeaks and unnecessary wear, the body should belubricated about every 10 000 km (6 000 miles) or at least

SERVICING2Check the oil level in the engineThe oil level in the engine should bechecked each time the fuel tank is filled.Carry out the check with the

SERVICING4Gearbox5The oil in the gearbox should be checked after every5 000 km (3 000miles).The oil level should be up to the filler hole. If necessar

SERVICING9Brake fluid10Clutch control fluidThe fluid level in the brake andclutchcontrol hydraulicsystemsshould be checked after every 5 000km (3 000

14Fuel filterThe fuel filter should be cleanedafter every 10 000 km (6 000 miles).Loosen the screw and remove thecover and strainer and clean these.Wh

SERVICING20Check the coolant levelTo be able to function with maximumefficiency, the cooling system must bewell filled and must not leak.Check the coo

SERVICING22Check, replace the sparking plugs23The sparking plugs should be removed after every 10 000 km (6 000miles) and the electrode gap checked. T

SERVICINGElectrical system27Check the battery electrolyte levelThe electrolyte level should be checked when the fuel tank is being filled.The electrol

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Replacing the headlight bulbsLoosen the screw on the undersideof the rim with a screwdriver.Pull out the bottom part of the rimslightlyand then lift u

SERVICINGReplacing the bulbs in the front parking lights/flashersUnscrew the two screws by means of aPhilips screwdriver and lift off the glass andthe

SERVICINGPower transmission30Checking the free travel of the clutch yokeIn order to prevent the clutch from slipping, the free travel of the clutchyok

SERVICINGWheels and tyres35Air pressureMake a habit of checking the airpressure in the tyres regularly. Thebestway to do this is to check thepressures

Changing a wheelBefore the vehicle is jacked up, thehandbrake should be applied andone of the gears engaged to makesure that the vehicle stands still.

SERVICINGBody36WashingWhen the vehicle is new it should be washed often to harden the surfacefinish. If dust and dirt are allowed to remain in contact

Touching-up damageon the surface finishThe touching-up of any extensivedamage to the synthetic finish re-quires the use of special equipmentand skill,

SERVICINGChromed partsThe chromed parts should be washed with clean water as soon as theyare dirty. This is particularly important if you drive a lot

SERVICINGServicing before long-distance drivingIfyou're thinking of travellingabroad with your vehicle or makingany other long journey, you shoul

SERVICINGProcedure in cold weatherWhen cold weather is in the offing,itistime to think of the winterservicing of your vehicle. The firstheavy night fr

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SERVICINGEngine lubricating systemDuring the winter multigrade oil SAE 10 W-30 or engine oil with a vis-cosity of SAE 10 W should be used for the engi

FAULT TRACINGThe information given below is only intended to serve as a guide in loca-lizing and temporarily correcting minor faults. After having car

SPECIFICATIONS55Dimensions and weights

SPECIFICATIONSEngineFuel systemCooling systemIgnition system5 6

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SymbolsBrake fluidSee page 38Rear axle oilGrade : Hypoid oilViscosity : See page 37Lubricant see notesLight engine oilEngine oilGrade : For Service MS

Dynamo (B 18 A)Note 8Wheel bearingsNote 2CarburettorNote 9Oil filterNote 10GearboxNote 7Handbrake cableNote 6Rear axleNote 7Wheel beringsNote 2Steerin

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VOLVO SERVICEVolvo Service OrganizationIn order to get the most out of the invested capital represented by a car,itmust be looked after and serviced r

VOLVO SERVICEWarranty and Service BookletA warranty and service booklet accompanies each vehicle when it isdelivered.This book contains a coupon entit

DESCRIPTIONGeneralThe Volvo 121/122 S is a two- or four-door, five-seater car. Manycolours are available and in each particular case the colour of the