1981 Volvo 242 Tire Size & Pressure
The 1981 Volvo 242 tire size depends on trim: the GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Automatic Trans takes 185/70SR14; the GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Standard Trans takes 185/70SR14; the GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Automatic Trans takes 185/70SR14; the GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Standard Trans takes 185/70SR14; the GLT, Automatic Trans takes 195/60HR15; the GLT, Standard Trans takes 195/60HR15, per the factory service manual.
- GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Automatic Trans: 185/70SR14
- GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Standard Trans: 185/70SR14
- GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Automatic Trans: 185/70SR14
- GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Standard Trans: 185/70SR14
- GLT, Automatic Trans: 195/60HR15
- GLT, Standard Trans: 195/60HR15
GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Automatic Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 185/70SR14 | Door Placard | — | — |
GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Standard Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 185/70SR14 | Door Placard | — | — |
GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Automatic Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 185/70SR14 | Door Placard | — | — |
GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Standard Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 185/70SR14 | Door Placard | — | — |
GLT, Automatic Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60HR15 | Door Placard | — | — |
GLT, Standard Trans
Tire Specifications
| Position | Tire Size | Pressure | Load Index | Speed Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| All | 195/60HR15 | Door Placard | — | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size tires does a 1981 Volvo 242 take?
It depends on the trim: GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Automatic Trans uses 185/70SR14; GL, 2.1L Eng VIN 45, Standard Trans uses 185/70SR14; GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Automatic Trans uses 185/70SR14; GL, 2.4L Eng VIN 77, Standard Trans uses 185/70SR14; GLT, Automatic Trans uses 195/60HR15; GLT, Standard Trans uses 195/60HR15.
What is the tire pressure for a 1981 Volvo 242?
Refer to the tire pressure placard on your vehicle's driver side door jamb for exact cold inflation pressures.
What is the bolt pattern on a 1981 Volvo 242?
Bolt pattern data is available in the factory service manual.