
Refueling
CAUTION!
- Do not refuel with the engine running
1. Turn  the ignition off or to position I. If the ignition is on, an  incorrect
reading could occur in the fuel gauge.
- After refueling, close the fuel filler  cap by turning it clockwise until it clicks into place.
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- Avoid overfilling the fuel tank. Do not press the handle on the filler  nozzle more than one  extra time. Too much
fuel in the tank in hot weather conditions can cause the fuel to overflow. Overfilling  could also cause damage to the
emission control systems.
- Avoid spilling  gasoline during refueling. In addition to causing damage to the environment, gasolines containing
alcohol  can cause damage to painted  surfaces, which  may not be  covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
- Do not use gasolines containing methanol (methyl alcohol,  wood alcohol). This practice can result in vehicle
performance deterioration and  can damage critical parts  in the fuel system. Such damage may not be  covered under
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
1. If the fuel  filler  cap  is not closed  tightly or if the engine is running when  the vehicle is refueled, the Check  Engine Light  (malfunction  indicator
lamp)  may indicate  a fault.  However, your vehicle's performance will  not be  affected.  Use  only  Volvo original or approved fuel  filler  caps.
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Starting the vehicle
Starting the engine
- Fasten the seat belt.
WARNING!
Before starting, check that the seat, steering wheel and  mirrors  are adjusted properly. Make sure the brake pedal can
be  depressed  completely.  Adjust the seat if necessary.  See  pages 80
 and  82.
- Apply the parking brake (hand brake) if not already  set. The gear selector (automatic transmission) is locked in the
( P )ark position ( SHIFTLOCK ). Manual transmission: the clutch  must  be  fully depressed.
- Without touching the accelerator  pedal, turn the ignition key
1 to the starting position. Allow the starter to operate  for
up to 10 seconds. Release the key  as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start, repeat  this  step.
NOTE:
 If the key  blade section of the remote is not fully folded out when starting the vehicle, the immobilizer function may
make it impossible to start the engine.
 After a  cold start, idle speed may be  noticeably higher than normal for a  short period. This is done  to help bring
components in the emission control system to their normal operating temperature as quickly as possible, which  enables
them to control emissions  and  help reduce the vehicle's impact on the environment.
 For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft (1800 meters), depress the accelerator  pedal halfway and  turn the key  to the
starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.
- To release the gear selector from  the ( P)ark position, the engine must  be  running (or the ignition key  must  be  in
position II) and  the brake pedal must  be  depressed.
- Select  the desired gear. The gear engages after a  very slight delay which  is especially noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE : Your vehicle is equipped with a  KEYLOCK  system (automatic transmission). When the engine is switched
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After driving through water, press lightly on the brake pedal to ensure that the brakes are functioning normally.
Water  or mud can make the brake linings slippery, resulting in delayed braking effect.
CAUTION!
 Engine damage will occur if water is drawn into the air cleaner.
 If the vehicle is driven through water deeper than 9 in (25 cm), water may enter the differential  and  the
transmission. This reduces the oil's lubricating capacity and  may shorten  the service life of these components.
 Do not allow the vehicle to stand in water up to the door sills longer than absolutely necessary.  This could result
in electrical malfunctions.
 If the engine has been stopped while the car is in water, do not attempt to restart the engine. Have the car towed
out of the water.
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Manual transmission
6-speed manual transmission  (option on certain models)
Depress the clutch  pedal completely  when changing gears
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Remove your foot from  the clutch  pedal while driving. The shift pattern should be  followed.
Fifth  and  sixth  gears should be  used as often as possible to help improve fuel economy.
WARNING!
An extra mat on the driver's floor  can cause the accelerator  pedal and/or the clutch  pedal to catch. Check that the
movement of these pedals is not impeded.  Not more than one  protective floor  covering may be  used at one  time.
Engaging reverse gear
Never  engage R while the vehicle is moving. CAUTION!
Be careful to avoid inadvertently engaging reverse  while moving forward.
1. Clutch interlock
The  clutch must  be  fully depressed  before  you can  start your vehicle. If the clutch is not depressed, it  will  not be  possible to  start the engine.
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Engine  compartment
1. Expansion tank - coolant
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Washer fluid reservoir
4. Dipstick - engine oil
5. Radiator
6. Cooling fan
7. Oil filler  cap - engine
8. Clutch/brake fluid reservoir
9. Relay/fuse box
10. Air cleaner
11. Battery  (in trunk)
12. Data plate
WARNING!
The cooling fan (6) may start or continue  to operate  (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off.
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Engine  oil
Oil specifications
Engine oil must  meet  the minimum ILSAC specification GF-3, API SL, and  ACEA A1/ B1. Lower quality oils  may
not offer  the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo recommends 
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Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils  may provide superior fuel economy and  engine
protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
NOTE:  Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance services. This oil is only used at
customer request, at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer.
Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures)
Operation in hot climates
When temperatures exceed 86° F (30° C) in your area, Volvo recommends, for the protection of your engine, that you
use a  heavier  weight oil, such as such as SAE 5W - 40 or 0W -40. See  the viscosity chart.
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Fluids
Clutch and brake fluid  reservoir
The clutch  and  brake fluid should always be  above the MIN  mark on the side of the reservoir. 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 should be  replaced  once a  year or every 15,000
miles (24,000 km) when driving under extremely hard conditions (mountain driving, etc.).
Always entrust brake fluid changing to an  authorized Volvo retailer.
Power steering fluid  reservoir
The fluid level  should always be  between the ADD and  FULL marks.
Fluid type: Volvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pentosin CHF  11S) P/N 1161529 or equivalent.
Replace:  No fluid change required.
NOTE:  If a  problem should occur in the power steering system or if the vehicle has no electrical current and  must  be
towed,  it is still  possible to steer the vehicle. However, keep in mind that greater effort will be  required to turn the
steering wheel.
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Wiper blades
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5-cyl. turbo AWD3560-3595 lbs1620-1640 kg
5-cyl. turbo AWD-R 3660-3735 lbs1680-1700 kg
1. Permissible axle weight or gross vehicle weight must  never be  exceeded.
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Capacities
Fuel tank: 18 US gal. (68 liters)
Transmission fluid
Manual (M 66) 2.1 US qts. (2.0 liters)
Automatic (AW 55-50) 7.6 US qts. (7.2 liters)
Automatic (TF-80SC) S60 R 7.4 US qts (7.0 liters)
Miscellaneous Power steering 0.9 US qts. (0.9 liters)
Windshield washer reservoir 4.8 US qts. (4.5 liters)
Brake and  clutch  fluid 0.69 US qts. (0.65 liters)
Air conditioning system 2.2 lbs. (1 kg) R 134a
Windshield washer reservoir 6.8 US qts (6.4 liters)
S60 R 4.8 US qts (4.5 liters)
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Engine  oil
Engine  oil
Engine oil must  meet  the minimum ILSAC specification GF-3, API SL, and  ACEA A1/ B1. Lower quality oils  may
not offer  the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo recommends
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Volume Engine  designation Volume between MIN-MAX on dipstick
Volume
1
B5254T4
B5254T2
B5244T51.3 US qts (1.2 liters)
5.8 US qts. (5.5 liters)
1. Including filter  replacement
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Fluids and cooling system
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