Volvo 1992 240 - Manual (Page 77)

1992 Volvo 240
Note: Remove foot completely from the clutch pedal after each gear change when programming the
control unit.
pg. 56 Starting the engine
To start the engine:
1 Enter the car and check that the seat is adjusted properly. Make sure the brake (and clutch) pedal can
be depressed completely. Move the seat closer if necessary.
2 Fasten the seat belt.
3 Apply the parking brake if not already set. Depress the brake pedal with your right foot.
4 Place the gear selector lever in park (position P) on cars with automatic transmission.
5 Depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission).
6 Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the starting position. Allow the starter
to operate for 5-10 seconds. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
If the engine fails to start, repeat step 6.
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubricating points fast
enough to prevent damage.
Engine warm-up - initial driving procedure
Experience shows that engines in vehicles driven short distances are subject to abnormally rapid wear
because the engine never reaches normal operating temperature. It is therefore beneficial to reach normal
operating temperature as soon as possible by driving with a light foot on the accelerator pedal.
Warning : Always open the garage doors fully before starting the engine inside the garage to ensure
adequate ventilation. The exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, which is invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.
Automatic transmission:
The gear selector is locked in the P position. To release the gear selector, the ignition must be switched
on (ignition key in position II) and the brake pedal depressed.
pg. 57 Manual transmission
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