Specifications

1979 Volvo 264 265

pg. 40 Catalytic Converter

Catalytic Converter Cautions

● Keep your engine properly tuned. Certain engine malfunctions, particularly involving the electrical,

fuel or ignition systems, may cause unusually high converter temperatures. Do not continue to operate

your vehicle if you detect engine misfire, noticeable loss of power or other unusual operating

conditions, such as engine overheating, repetitive stalls or backfires. A properly tuned engine will help

avoid malfunctions that could damage the Catalytic Converter.

● Remember that tampering or unauthorized modifications to the engine or the vehicle may be illegal

and can cause catalyst or exhaust system overheating. This includes:

Altering fuel injection settings or components.

Adjusting ignition timing beyond specified limits.

Altering emission system components or location or removing components.

● Do not park your car over combustible materials, such as grass or leaves, which can come into contact

with the hot exhaust system and cause such materials to ignite under certain wind and weather

conditions.

● Excessive starter cranking (in excess of one minute) with an intermittently firing or flooded engine,

can cause catalyst or exhaust system overheating. This also applies to lengthy pushing or towing of

vehicle to start (manual transmissions only).

NOTE: Unleaded fuel is required for cars with catalytic converter. A label on the instrument

panel and rear fender, near the filler inlet, will remind owners and filling station attendant of this

requirement.

Important! It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into any vehicle labeled "unleaded gasoline only".

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