Volvo 1992 240 - Manual (Page 151)

1992 Volvo 240
Engine B230F (2.3 liters; 141 cu. in.)
Liquid-cooled, gasoline, 4-cylinder in-line engine. Cast-iron cylinder block with cylinders bored directly
in block. Aluminum-alloy cylinder head with single overhead camshaft and separate intake and outlet
channels. Engine lubrication is provided by a gear pump driven from the crankshaft. Full-flow type oil
filter. Exhaust-emission control accomplished by fuel injection, Lambda-sond™ system and catalytic
converter.
Output (SAE J1349)
114 hp at 5400 rpm (85 kW at 90
rps)
Max. torque (SAE J1349) 136 ft. lbs. (185 Nm) at 2700 rpm
Number of cylinders 4
Bore 3.78" (96 mm)
Stroke 3.15" (80 mm)
Displacement 2.32 liters (141 cu. in.)
Compression ratio 9.8:1
Valve clearance, cold engine
inlet and exhaust
Checking:
0.012-0.016"
(0.30-0.40 mm) Adjusting:
0.014-0.016"
(0.35-0.40 mm)
Valve clearance, warm
engine
inlet and exhaust
0.014-0.018"
(0.35-0.45 mm) 0.016-0.018"
(0.40-0.45 mm)
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 112 Specifications (cont.)
Engine B230F
Cooling System
Type Positive pressure, closed system
Thermostat begins to open at 188.6 ° F
Fan belts, designation HC-38-918 (two)
A/C belt, designation HC-38×850
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