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WHEELS AND TYRES
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* Option/accessory.
327
W 270 km/h (168 mph)
Y 300 km/h (186 mph)
WARNING
The car must be fitted with tyres which have
the same or a higher load index (p. 326) (LI)
and speed rating (SS) than specified. If a tyre
with too low a load index or speed rating is
used, it may overheat.
Related information
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Tyres - dimensions (p. 325)
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Tyres - load index (p. 326)
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Tyres - direction of rotation (p. 323)
Wheel bolts
Wheel bolts are used to fasten the wheels at the
hubs and are available in different versions.
IMPORTANT
The wheel bolts must be tightened to
140 Nm (103 ft. lbs.). Overtightening or loose
tightening may damage the nuts and the
bolts.
Only use rims that are tested and approved by
Volvo and which are Volvo genuine accessories.
Check the torque with a torque wrench.
Do not use lubricant on the threads of the wheel
bolts.
Locking wheel bolts*
Locking wheel bolts* can be used on both alumi-
nium and steel rims.
Related information
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Wheel and wheel rim dimensions (p. 325)
Winter tyres
Winter tyres are tyres that are adapted for winter
road conditions.
Winter tyres
Volvo recommends winter tyres with particular
dimensions. Tyre dimensions are dependent on
engine variant. When driving on winter tyres, the
correct type of tyres must be fitted to all four
wheels.
NOTE
Volvo recommends that you consult a Volvo
dealer about which wheel rim and tyre types
are most suitable.
Studded tyres
Studded winter tyres should be run in gently for
500-1000 km so the studs settle properly into
the tyres. This gives the tyre, and especially the
studs, a longer service life.
NOTE
The legal provisions for the use of studded
tyres vary from country to country.
Tread depth
Road conditions with ice, slush and low tempera-
tures place considerably higher demands on tyres
than summer conditions. Volvo therefore recom-
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