2000 VOLVO S40 oil capacities

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S & V 40
Chapter 9 - Specifications
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Specifications
This chapter contains facts and figures pertaining to the technical specifications of your car. Oil/fluids specifications
120
Engine specifications121
Cooling/fuel/distributor ignition systems122
Front/rear suspensions122
Transmission, Capacities, Vehicle loading123
Electrical system/bulbs124
Weights125
Road assistance126
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Oil quality
Meeting API specification SJ, SJ/CF, or SJ/Energy Conserving.
For best fuel economy and engine protection, consult with your authorized Volvo retailer for recommended oils. Oil
with a different quality rating may not provide adequate engine protection.
Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for: driving in areas of sustained temperature
extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances or for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Viscosity (stable ambient temperatures):
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Toe-in measured on the tire sides: 2,6 mm + - 0,8 mm
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Power transmission
Automatic transmission: AW 50-42
4speed automatic electronically controlled gearbox comprising a hydraulic torque converter with a lockup function;
planetary gear, integrated final drive.
Operation via a floor mounted gear selector lever. Drive shafts with symmetrical joint location. Overdrive.
Final drive ratio 2.76:1
Reduction ratios
1st gear 3.61:1
2nd gear 2.06:1
3rd gear 1.37:1
4th gear 0.98:1
Reverse 3.96:1
Capacities
Fuel tank : 16 US gal. (60 liters)
Cooling system : 6 US qts. (5,7 liters)
Engine oil (incl. filter) : 5.7 US qts. ( 5.4 liters)
Automatic transmission : 8 US qts (7.6 liters)
Power steering fluid : 1.05 US qts (1 liters)
Washer fluid reservoir : 3.9 US qts. (3.75 liters)
Brake system : 0.42 US qts (0.4 liters)
Vehicle loading
The tires on your Volvo should perform to specifications at all normal loads when inflated as recommended on the tire
information label. The label is located on the inside of the fuel filler flap. The label lists both tire and vehicle design
limits. Do not load your car beyond the load limits indicated.
WARNING!
Improperly inflated tires will reduce tire life, adversely affect vehicle handling and can possibly lead to failure
resulting in loss of vehicle control without prior warning.
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Cabin air filter33
Capacities123
Center head restraint3
Central locking button39
Chains - winter driving77
Changing a wheel83
Child booster cushion10
Child safety13
Child safety locks - rear doors44
Clock18
Concealed storage bin (wagon)56
Coolant - checking/changing115
Cooling system64,122
Cruise control29
Cup holders51
Cupholders31,51
D
Dimensions125
Doors and locks39
Drive belt115
Driving economy60
Dynamic Stability Assistance (DSA)28
E
ECC - Electronic Climate Control34,35
Electrical system65,124
Electrically operated driver's seat47
Electrically operated front seats46
Electrically operated sun roof49
Electrically operated windows36
Emergency towing66
Emergency warning flashers24
Emissions systems110
Engine121
Engine compartment109
Engine oil113,120
Engine oil - checking/changing112
F
Fog light - rear22
Folding rear seat (sedan)53
Front courtesy lights48
Front seats45,46
Front seats - heated30
Front suspension122
Fuel gauge18
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