2004 VOLVO XC70 check oil

2004 VOLVO XC70
If the red warning light in the instrument panel comes on and the text OIL LEVEL LOW/STOP
SAFELY-->STOP ENGINE-->SEE MANUAL is displayed, stop safely as soon as possible and add
oil (not more than 1.6 qts (1.5 liters). Check the oil level with the\
dipstick before restarting the engine. If
no oil level is visible on the dipstick, do not start the engine. Have t\
he car towed to an authorized Volvo
workshop.

pg. 139 Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs

Power steering fluid
The fluid level should always be between the MIN and MAX marks.
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.)
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2004 VOLVO XC70
R-models, checking oil level 138
Radio
153
Rain sensor - windshield wipers
37
Reading lights - front/rear
74
Rear fog light
29, 35
Rear reading lights
74
Rear seat backrest
66
Rear window - heated
38
Rearview mirror
41
Refrigerant
47
Refueling
86
Remote central locking system and sideview mirrors
system
41
Remote control - keyless entry system
77
Remote control - Homelink® Universal Transceiver
170
Remote keyless entry system
77
Remote keyless entry system - replacing batteries
78
Remote keyless entry system and driver's seat
57
Removing the seat cushion
66
Replacing bulbs
122-127
Replacing fuses
118
Replacing wiper blades
142
Road assistance
151
Roadholding
96
Roof load - maximum
145
Roof racks
98
S
Safety locks - child
82
Seat belt maintenance
17
Seat belts
2, 3, 14
Seat belts - cleaning
130
Seats - front
56
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2004 VOLVO XC70
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 138.
5 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark\
. Use brake fluid
DOT 4+. See
page 139.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.

Octane rating, see
page 84.
Tire pressure, see label located on the inside of the fuel tank cover.

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 W2.1x9.5d 1157NA
7 21/4
W BA 15d
8 5 W BA 15s 67
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