Specifications

1979 Volvo 264 265
pg. 32 Starting the engine
To start the engine;
1 Enter the car and fasten the seat belt.
2 Apply the parking brake, if not already set.
3 Place the gear selector lever in neutral (position N or P, automatic transmission).
4 Depress the clutch pedal (manual transmission).
5 Press down gas pedal about 1 inch=25 mm (1/4 of total stroke).
6 Turn key to starting position. When engine has started, release the key and gas pedal.
If the engine does not start at once, depress the throttle pedal half way and keep it there until the
engine starts.
Avoid repeated short attempts to start (fuel is injected every time the starter is engaged when engine is
cold).
Allow the starter to operate for a longer time (but not more than 15-20 seconds).
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting.
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.
This is achieved by driving with a light load as soon as possible.
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.
pg. 33 Gear shift positions
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