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1979 Volvo 242 244 245

Spark plugs

fouled.

Drive the vehicle in a lower gear and keep the engine rpm higher for a few miles

in order to remove carbon deposit on the spark plugs. If this procedure is not

effective, clean or replace the spark plugs.

* Should be checked by a Volvo dealer.

pg. 84 Label information

Type designations

The VIN number should always be quoted in all correspondence concerning your vehicle with the dealer

and when ordering parts.

1 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)

VIN plate is located on the body on the left windshield pillar. The VIN is also stamped on the right hand

door pillar.

2 Vehicle Emission Control Information

Your Volvo has been built to comply with all U.S.A. and Canada anti-pollution regulations and evidence

of this can be verified from the certification label on the left wheel valance. For further information

regarding these regulations, please consult your Volvo dealer.

3 Model Plate

Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), Version Identification Code (VIC) with information on engine

type, emission equipment, etc. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW). This plate is located on right wheel

valance.

4 Loads and Tire Pressures

5 Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) specifications

These two labels are located on rear facing side of the left front door.

6 Service plate

Contains information on certain components and codes for color and upholstery. This plate is located on

the rear side of the right front door.

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