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Body care To avoid corrosion, especially when salt and chemicals are being used on the roads, the car should be washed as soon it becomes dirty. Wash off the dirt on the underside (wheel housing and fenders etc). Soften the dirt on surface finishes with water. Wash off the dirt with a sponge, using plenty of water. Warm but not      hot water is recommended. In case of sticky dirt a water soluble grease solvent may be used. Rinse with clean water. Dry carefully with a soft clean chamois cloth. Open up drain holes in doors and bottom rails. NOTE: Test the brakes immediatelt when driving to remove water. Decoration moulding should be cleaned with polish (do not use rubbing compund or steel wool). For chromed parts use com- mercially available chrome cleaners. Drain holes

Machine washing Hand washing is superior to carwash machine washing. However, it machine washing, remember to lower the antenna mast. Cleaning the upholstery To clean leather upholstery, use soft cloth and mild soap solution, for instance comman bath soap. For more difficult spots, consult an expert for the choise of cleaning agent. When aging, leather changes appearance, but the typical texture remains. To preserve smoothness and appearance, but the typical texture remains. To preserve smoothness and appearance, it is recommended to treat the leather with a special preservative after on or two years of use. Seat belts Clean only with mild soap solution and lukewarm water. Floor mats The floor mats should be vacuumed or brushed clean regularly, espe- cially during the winter when they should be taken out for drying. Spots on textile mats can be moved with a houdehold detergent.     For plastic or leather upholstery never use gasoline, kerosene     or similar cleaning solutions. The material will be damaged.

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Polishing (waxing) Polishing and waxing are not necessary unless a glossy surface can no longer be obtained by normal car washing. Normally polishing is not required during the first year after delivery, however, waxing may be beneficial. Before applying polish or wax the car must be washed and dried. Tar spots can be removed with kerosine or tar remover. Difficult spots may require a fine rubbing compound. After polishing use liquid or paste wax. Waxing alone does not substitute for polishing of a dull surface. Anti-rust treatment Your Volvo has been rust protected at the fctory. On external surfaces a heavy coat of wear resistant material has been used, while on the internal surfqces a lighter rust protecter is used. The external rust protection should be inspected regularly or at least < once per year. If the rust protection has been penetrated a repair should be made as soon as possible to prevent moisture from entering between the metal and coating. Carefully clean and remove any rust prior to repair of the rust protective coating The internal rust protection should be renewed first time after 36 months and then at least every 24 th month. Vinyl roofs Normally only water and a mild detergent are required. If necesary, alcohol or kerosene can be used, however, it is very important to rinse with water as soon as possible. In case of damage to the roof, the opening should be sealed by an expert as soon as possible. Otherwise water might enter under the vinyl and cause corrosion to the metal underneath.

Replacing wiper blades Fold the wiper arm outwards. Press the metal tab upwards (1) and pull the wiper blade upwards (2). Push on hte new wiper blade and check for correct attachment.     NOTE:     For improved driving safely, replace the wiper blades when they     start to wipe inefficiently.

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Paint touch up Paint damage requires immediate attention to avoid rusting. Make it a habit to check the finish regularly, for instance when washing the car. Touch-up if necessary. Paint repairs require special equipment and skill. Contact your Volvo dealer for any exten- sive damages. Minor scratches can be repaired by using Volvo touch-up paint. NOTE: When ordering touch-up paint from your Volvo dealer, use the paint code indicated on the service label. The label is located on the plate in front or the radiator in the engine compartment.                      Colour code

Minor stone chips and scratches Material Rust remover Primer - brush on type Surface finish Primer - brush on type (The paint pen head also contains grinding paste for subsequent treatment.) Penknife or similar Brush NOTE: When touching-up the car, it should be well cleaned and dry and have a surface tem- perature above +15° C (60°F). Scars on the surface (where the paint has not been completely penetrated). Repairs can be made directely after light scraping to remove dirt. Deep scars, (down to the bare metal): 1 Scrape or sand the damaged surface lightly    and break the edges of the scar.

Apply the rust remover. Avoid contact with    eyes and skin!. Wait a few minutes and then    rinse carefully with water and wipe dry. 2 Thorougly mix the primer and apply it with    a small brush.    When the primer surface is dry, the paint    can be applied using a brush.    Mix the paint thorougly, apply several thin    paint coats and let dry after each applica-    tion.

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3. If there is a longer scratch, you may want to    mask to protect surrounding paint.

Touching-up damaged paint on fender edges and sills Material: Rust remover Primer - spray Surface finish-spray Sand paper (H 150-300 grit) Thinner NOTE: When touching-up the car, it should be well cleaned and dry and have a tempera- ture exceeding + 15°C (60°F). NOTICE! Spray paint may contain saturated chlorofluorocarbon propellant, sale of which may be illegal in certain areas. Mask with tape and paper prior to painting larger surfaces. Remove the masking imme- diately after application of the last paint coat, before the paint starts to dry. Touchin-up is as follows: 1 Remove paint flakes: 2 Sand the damaged surface and wash it     clean with thinner. 3 Shake the spray can for at least 1 minute.     Spray on the primer. Move the can slowly     and evenly back and forth over the spot and     about 20-30 cm (8-12 in.) from the sur-     face. Protect the surrounding surfaces with     suitable paper.

4 When the primer has dried, apply the sur-     face enamel in the same way. Spray on     several times and allow the paint to dry a     minute or so between each application.

Text and pictures from owners manual yearmodel 1980

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