Specifications

1979 Volvo 264 265
Compression ratio 8.8:1
Valve clearance cold engine
inlet 0.004-0.006" (0.10-0.15 mm)
exhaust 0.010-0.012" (0.25-0.30 mm)
Cooling system
Type:
Positive pressure, closed
system
Thermostat begins to open at 188°F (82°C)
- fully open at 199°F (92°C)
Fan belts, designation HC-38 X 1100
Fuel System
The engine is equipped with fuel injection system.
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Ignition System
Firing order 1-6-3-5-2-4
Ignition setting
stroboscope setting with vacuum regulator disconnected, AC
off
10-°+/-2° BTDC (at 700 - 800 rpm)
Spark plugs Volvo Part No. 273541-3 (or equivalent)
Spark plug gap
0.028-0.032" (0.7-0.8 mm)
Tightening torque 7-10 ft. lbs. (10-14 Nm)
Distributor, direction of rotation Clockwise
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 V, negative ground.
Voltage-controlled alternator. Single-wire system with chassis and engine used as conductors.
Voltage 12 V
Battery, type Noack 12 H 70 B op*
-Capacity 70 Ah
-Electrolyte, specific
gravity
1.28
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