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R = Replace
I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
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I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
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R = Replace
I = Inspect (Correct or Replace if necessary)
L = Lubricate
Maintenance Operationthousand miles 7.51522.5 3037.5 4552.5 6067.5 7582.5 90
(thousand km)(12)(24)(36) (48)(60) (72)(84)(96)(108) (120) (132)(144)
EMISSION SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
Engine
Fuel line filter
1
PCV nipple (orifice)/hoses, clean I I
Battery (check charge and electrolyte level) II II II II I II I
Brakes
Inspect brake pads, replace components as necessary I II II II I II I
Brake fluid level
2 - check
I I I I I I
Steering/suspension
Tires
3, check pressure, wear and condition I
I II II II I II I
Check power steering fluid level I I I I I
Body
Trunk/hood, hinges and latches L L L
Cabin air filter (see page 126
of the Owner's manual) R R R R R R
1) Replace at 105,000 miles (168,000 km)
2) Brake fluid should be changed at owner request every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid
should be replaced once a year or every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard
conditions (mountain driving, etc.).
3) Rotate tires at owner request.
The following items should be checked weekly by the driver (it takes only a few minutes):
Engine oil level, brake fluid level, radiator coolant level, operation of all lights, horns, windshield wipers, tire
pressure (all five tires), windshield washer fluid level
The following should also be carried out at regular intervals:
Washing (check all drain holes), polishing, cleaning
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Engine Oil
Meeting or exceeding ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy Conserving.
Oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Volume:
Capacity (including oil filter): 6.1 US qts. (5.8 liters)
Capacity (including oil filter and oil cooler): 7.1 US qts. (6.7 liters)
Automatic Transmission Fluid
AW5: Only Volvo gearbox oil (1161540-8). Do not mix with other oils.
Volume: 7.9 US qts (7.5 liters)
Cooling system
Type: Positive pressure, closed system. The thermostat begins to open at 194 ¡F (90 ¡C)
Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Power steering fluid
ATF fluid
Volume:
Brake fluid
DOT 4+
Volume: 0.64 US qts (0.6 liters)
Climate control system - refrigerant (R 134a)
Oil: PAG
Volume: 2.2 lbs (1,000 g) R134a
Fuel
Minimum octane requirement - AKI 87 (RON 91)
Volume (fuel tank): 21.1 US gals (80 liters)*
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters)
* 18.5 US gals (70 liters) on V70 AWD, V70 XC and V70 with non-turbo engine.
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Supplemental Restraint System4, 26
Suspension140
Switches in center console29
T
Tachometer25
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Suspension140
Switches in center console29
T
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Supplemental Restraint System4, 26
Suspension140
Switches in center console29
T
Tachometer25
Tailgate washer35
Tailgate wiper35
Tailgate wiper blade - replacing134
Temperature gauge25
Temporary spare tire103
Text window28
Three-way catalytic converters98
Tire information - All Wheel Drive101
Tire pressure103
Tires100 -104
Tires - changing105, 106
Tool bag66
Towing a trailer92
Towing eyelet90
Towing the car90, 91
Trailer towing92
Trailer weight - maximum137
Transmission - automatic82 - 85
Transmission - specifications138
Trip computer30
Trip odometer25
Turn signals34
U
Uniform tire quality grading104
Unlocking the tailgate73
Upholstery - cleaning120
V
Vanity mirror lights - replacing116
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)136
Vehicle loading103
Ventilation42
Volumes (oils and fluids)139
Volvo On Call142
W
Warning flashers36
Warning light - center26
Warning lights26, 27
Warranty121
Washer fluid reservoir127
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Washer fluid solvent96
Washing the car119, 120
Waste bin56
Waxing120
Weight distribution86
Weights137
Wheels - changing105, 106
Wheels and tires100 -106
Whiplash Protection System (WHIPS)10
Windows - electrically operated38
Windshield washer solvent96
Windshield wiper blades - replacing134
Windshield wipers/washers35
Winter driving96
Winter tires102
Winter/Wet driving mode83, 85, 96
Wiper blades - replacing134
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The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-freeze). See
page 127.
2 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the COLD mark and when hot it must not be above the
HOT mark. Top up if the level drops to the ADD mark with ATF fluid. See page 131.
3 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water. See page 125.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents approx.
1.6 US qts (1.5 liters). See page 130.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid DOT 4+. See
page 131.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
Octane rating, see page 78.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front door.
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