2003 VOLVO XC70 brake fluid

2003 VOLVO XC70
Fluid type: ATF
Replace: No fluid change required
NOTE: If a problem should occur in the power steering system or if the car ha\
s no electrical current and
must be towed, it is still possible to steer the car. However, keep in m\
ind that greater effort will be
required to turn the steering wheel.
Brake fluid
The brake fluid should always be above the MIN mark on the side of the r\
eservoir. Check, without
removing the cap, that there is sufficient fluid in the reservoir.
Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433
Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles (48,000 km). The fluid shou\
ld be replaced once a year or
every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard condi\
tions (mountain driving, etc.)
Always entrust brake fluid changing to an authorized Volvo retailer.

pg. 138 Battery maintenance

Battery maintenance
The battery in your car is located under the floor of the cargo area.
Driving habits and conditions, climate, the number of starts, etc. all a\
ffect the service life and function of
the battery. In order for your battery to perform satisfactorily, keep t\
he following in mind:
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Coolant: Volvo original coolant/antifreeze
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
Power steering fluid
ATF fluid
Volume: 0.95 US qts (0.9 liters)
Brake fluid
DOT 4+ boiling point >536°F(280°C), P/N 9437433
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): 18.5 US gals (70 liters) or 19 US gals (72 liters) on models equippe\
d with All
Wheel Drive.
Washer fluid reservoir
Volume: 4.7 US qts (4.5 liters)
All specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

pg. 147 Fuel system, Distributor ignition system, Suspension
Fuel system
The engine is equipped with a multiport fuel injection system.
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Armrest (center) - 3-section rear seat 65
Ashtray
39, 59
Audio systems
151
- cassette deck
162
- CD player
160
- HU-613 - overview
152
- HU-803 - overview
153
- specifications
165
AUM (Advanced User Mode) - radio
159
Automatic car washing
128
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
14
Automatic transmission
90, 91, 145
- Geartronic
92, 93
- Kickdown
91, 92
Automatic transmission - cold starts
91
Auxiliary socket
31, 39
AWD
- general information
94
- using snow chains
109
B
Backrest (center) - 3-section rear seat
64
Battery
104, 148
Battery maintenance
138, 139
- Replacing the battery
139
- Ventilation hose
139
Booster cushion
12, 16
Brake failure warning light
28
Brake fluid
137
Brake system
18
Bulbs (list)
148
Bulbs - replacing
120-125
C
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Mirrors 41
Mirrors, sideview - memory function
41
N
Net - cargo
69
Nylon cargo net
69
O
Occupant safety
17
Octane rating
84
Odometer
27
Oil - engine
104, 135, 136
Oil pressure warning light
28
Opening the hood
134
P
Paint touch-up
126
Panic function (alarm)
80
Parking brake
39
Parking brake reminder light
28
Parking lights
34
Passenger's seat backrest - folding
57
PCV system
132
Pen holder
61
Polishing
128
Power seats
56
Power steering fluid
137
Power windows
40
R
Radio
151
Rain sensor - windshield wipers
37
Reading lights - front/rear
74
Rear fog light
29, 34
Rear reading lights
74
Rear seat backrest
66
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4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the ma\
rks represents
approx.
1.6 US qts (1.5 liters). See
page 135.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark\
. Use brake fluid
DOT 4+. See
page 137.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.

Octane rating, see
page 84.
Tire pressure, see label located on the rear edge of the right front doo\
r.

Bulb Power Socket US no.
1 60 W HB 3 -
2 55 W H 7 -
3 21 W BAU 15d -
4 21 W BA 15s 1156
5 55 W H 1 -
6 5 W W W2.1x9.5d 1157NA
7 21/4
W BA 15d
8 5 W BA 15s 67
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