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Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC specification GF-3, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1. Lower quality oils may not
offer the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo recommends Castrol.
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.
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 104° F (40° 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.
Operation in temperate climates
Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when temperatures do not exceed 104° F (40° C),
SAE 5W -30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection. See the viscosity chart.
Extreme engine operation
Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W -30 or 0W -40 and complying with oil quality requirements 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.
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Specifications
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Automatic transmission
Geartronic113
general description112- 113
oil279
shiftlock override113
Axle weight 256
B
Battery
changing 238-239
maintenance238
remote control, replacing60
specifications280
warning symbols237
Black box 6, 220
Blind Spot Information System(BLIS)182-184
Blinkers (turn signals)93
Booster cushion, integrated45-47
Booster cushions41
Brake lights91
emergency brake lights91
Brake system
checking fluid level 227
emergency brake assistance116
fluid279
general information115
Hill Descent Control117, 118
warning light77
Bulbs
cargo area lighting 233
fog lights232
footwell lighting233
headlights228- 230
introduction228
license plate lights233
side marker lights231
specifications234
taillight232
vanity mirror234
C
Capacity weight 256
Cargo area
changing bulbs 23
cover209
floor rails205
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hooks for securing loads205, 206
net210
steel grid208
Catalytic converter 200
CD player/changer140-141
Central locking system, introduction52
Chains259
Chassis system155
Check engine light75
Child restraint systems34-35
booster cushions41
convertible seats38- 40
infant seats36- 37
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors42
top tether anchors43
Child restraints, recalls and registration 44
Child safety31-33
booster cushions41
child restraint systems34- 35
convertible seats38- 40
infant seats36- 37
Child safety locks48
Climate system
air distribution 130
air distribution table135
air vents130
defroster133
Interior Air Quality System129
introduction128
passenger compartment filter129
refrigerant128
Clock, setting 79
Cold weather driving194
Collision warning system168, 170
Compass in rearview mirror151
Conserving electrical current193
Convertible seats38-40
Coolant226, 279
Cooling system, general information193
Courtesy lighting93-94
Crash mode30
Cruise control156-157
adaptive158- 161
Curb weight256
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F
Federal Clean Air Act220
Floor rails205
Fluid specifications279
Fog lights
front 76
front, changing bulbs232
front/rear91, 92
Four C (active chassis system) 155
Front airbags19-21
disconnecting passenger's side airbag22- 24
Front fog lights76, 91
changing bulbs232
Front park assist 178-180
Front seats84
heated131
Fuel filler cap 200
Fuel filler door
opening automatically 198
opening manually199
Fuel level warning light 76
Fuel requirements196-197
Fuel tank volume279
Fuses240-244
G
Gas tank volume279
Gasoline requirements197
Gauges74
Geartronic automatic transmission113
General warnings7
Generator warning light77
Glossary of tire terminology255
Glove compartment, locking65
Grocery bag holder207
Gross vehicle weight256
H
Hazard warning flashers92
Headlight washers97
Headlights
active bi-xenon® lights 90
changing bulbs229- 230
high beam flash90
high/low beams90
switch90
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Net in cargo area210
O
Occupant safety14
Occupant weight sensor22-24
Octane recommendations197
Odometer, trip78
Oil
checking 224
low pressure warning light76
specifications276
volumes278
On Call Roadside Assistance 281
Overhead courtesy lighting93-94
Overheating, engine77
Oxygen sensors, heated201
P
Pacemaker (keyless drive warning)63
Paint, touching up269
Panic alarm55
Park assist178-180
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing 119
warning light76
Parking lights 90
changing bulbs230
Personal Car Communicator, unique functions 55-56
Polishing the vehicle267
Power front seat
memory function 83
with keyless drive84
Power mirrors 101
defroster102
Power moonroof 103-104
Power steering
fluid 227
, 279
speed-dependent155
Power tailgate (option) 203
Power windows99-100
laminated glass100
Pregnancy, using seat belts during 17
Private locking58
Proposition 65 warning9, 111, 239, 280
R
Radio
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Trip computer149
Trip odometers78
Trips, long distance193
Turn signals93
changing bulbs231
indicator lights76
Two-stage booster cushion 45
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading258
Unlocking the tailgate55
Unlocking the vehicle54
Upholstery care267
V
Vanity mirror188
changing bulbs234
Vehicle dimensions
V70 272
XC70273
Vehicle event data 6, 220
Vehicle loading202, 256
roof loads211
Vehicle maintenance 220
performed by the owner221
Vehicle weights 274
Ventilated seats131
Volvo and the environment9
Volvo Inflatable Curtain27
Volvo maintenance220
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance281
Volvo programs281
W
Warning flashers, hazard92
Warning lights74-77
Warning symbol78
Warning system, collision168-170
Warnings, general7
Warranties220
Washer fluid236, 279
Washers
headlight 97
windshield96
Water, driving through 193
Waxing the vehicle267
Weights274
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