2005 VOLVO XC90 oil filter

2005 VOLVO XC90
* The gear selector must be in the (P)ark position (automatic transmission).
** Please be aware that leaving the key in this position will increase b\
attery drain.
pg. 91 Starting and driving
General information
Economical driving conserves natural resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by thinking ahead, avoiding rapid\
starts and stops and
adjusting the speed of your vehicle to immediate traffic conditions. Obs\
erve the following rules:
l Bring the engine to normal operating temperature as soon as possible by \
driving with a light foot on
the accelerator pedal for the first few minutes of operation. A cold eng\
ine uses more fuel and is subject
to increased wear.
l Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle for driving short distances. \
This does not allow the engine
to reach normal operating temperature.
l Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration and hard braking.
l Use the transmission's (D)rive position as often as possible and avoid using "kickdown" to help
improve fuel economy.
l Do not exceed posted speed limits.
l Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra load) in the vehicle.
l Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire pressure regularly (when tir\
es are cold).
l Remove snow tires when threat of snow or ice has ended.
l Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc, increase air resistance and also f\
uel consumption.
l At highway driving speeds, fuel consumption will be lower with the air c\
onditioning on and the
windows closed than with the air conditioning off and the windows open. \
l Using the onboard trip computer's fuel consumption modes can help you le\
arn how to drive more
economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage are:
l Dirty air cleaner
l Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
l Dragging brakes
l Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others are checked at the standard\
Maintenance intervals.
Weight distribution affects handling
At the specified curb weight your vehicle has a tendency to understeer, \
which means that the steering
wheel has to be turned more than might seem appropriate for the curvatur\
e of a bend. This ensures good
stability and reduces the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that these p\
roperties can alter with the
vehicle load. The heavier the load in the cargo area, the less the tende\
ncy to understeer.
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Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Operation in temperate climates
Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when t\
emperatures do not exceed 86° F
(30° C), SAE 5W-30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protec\
tion. See the viscosity chart
above.
Extreme engine operation
Synthetic oils meeting SAE 10W-30 and complying with oil quality require\
ments are recommended for
driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when\
towing a trailer over long
distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Changing oil and oil filter
Oil and oil filter changes should be made at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) in\
tervals.
Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives.
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintena\
nce intervals except at
ower request and at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retaile\
r.
l The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts:
l The top half describes the oil's performance level.
l The center identifies the oil's viscosity.
l The bottom half tells whether the oil has demonstrated energy-conserving\
properties in a standard test
in comparison to a reference oil.
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Adding oil (topping up)
l Add oil of the same kind as already used.
l Capacity (including filter):
5-cylinder turbo engine - 6.1 US qt (5.8 liters).
6-cylinder turbo engine - 7 US qt (6.7 liters)
l The oil filter should be replaced at every oil change.
pg. 143 Maintenance

Washer fluid reservoir
Washer fluid reservoir
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and hold\
s approx. 6.8 US qt (6.5 liters).
When there is less than approximately 1 US qt (1 liter) remaining in t\
he reservoir, the washer fluid spray
will be directed to the windshield only.
During cold weather, the reservoir should be filled with windshield wash\
er solvent containing antifreeze.
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Auxiliary 12-volt sockets 43
Auxiliary lights
32
Average speed
39
AWD
96
B
Bass
181
Battery
138, 145, 171
Battery - replacing
147
Battery drain - avoiding
92
Battery maintenance
146
Belt check
139
Blower (fan)
53
Booster cushion, integrated
20
Brake system
28, 97
Bulbs, list of
149
Bulbs, replacing
150
C
Capacities
167
Capacity weight
120
Carbon Monoxide - Important Warning
87
Cargo capacity
166
Catalytic converter
170
CD changer
193
CD eject
192
CD Pause
191
CD player
191
Ceiling lighting
155
Center console - storage compartments
68
Central locking system - remote control
77
Changing coolant
139
Changing oil and oil filter
141
Check Engine warning light
29
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Messages in the display 30
Mirror memory function
46
Mirror, rearview
46
Mirrors - sideview, adjusting
46
Mirrors - sideview, folding
31
Multifilter with air quality sensor
55
O
Occupant safety
23
Occupant Weight Sensor (OWS), disabling front passenger's side airbag \
7
Octane rating
86
Odometer
26
Oil pressure
29
Oil quality
141
Oil viscosity
141
Opening the hood
42
Opening the tailgate
43
P
Park
93
Paint - color code
133
Paintwork damage
133
Park assist
101
Parking brake
29, 42
Parking lights
33
Passenger's side front airbag, disabling
7
Permissible axle weight
120
Polishing
131
Power child locks
81
Power moonroof
47
Power seat
60
Power steering fluid
144
PremAir®
iii
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
104, 148
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