2009 VOLVO XC70 checking oil

06 Maintenance and specificationsEngine oil
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Checking the engine oilThe oil level should be checked every time the
vehicle is refueled. This is especially important
during the period up to the first scheduled
maintenance service.•
See page 272 for oil specifications.
•
Refer to the Warranty and Service Records
Information booklet for information on the
oil change intervals.
Volvo recommends Castrol oil products.CAUTION
•
Not checking the oil level regularly can
result in serious engine damage if the oil
level becomes too low.
•
Oil that is lower than the specified qual-
ity can damage the engine.
•
Volvo does not recommend the use of
oil additives.
•
Always add oil of the same type and
viscosity as already used.
•
Never fill oil above the MAX mark. This
could cause an increase in oil consump-
tion.
Checking and adding oil
G021734
Location of the filler cap and dipstick
NOTE
Before checking the oil:•
The car should be parked on a level sur-
face when the oil is checked.
•
If the engine is warm, wait for at least
10 – 15 minutes after the engine has
been switched off before checking the
oil.
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The oil level must be between the MIN and MAX
marks on the dipstickChecking the oil1. Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-
free rag.
2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check
the oil level. The level must be between the
MIN and MAX marks.
3. Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to
theMIN mark, add approximately
0.5 US quarts (0.5 liters) of oil.
4. Recheck the level and add more oil if nec-
essary until the level is near the MAX mark.

06 Maintenance and specificationsFluids
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Coolant
G021738
Location of the coolant reservoirNormally, the coolant does not need to be
changed. If the system must be drained, con-
sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
See page 274 for information on cooling sys-
tem capacities.
CAUTION
•
If necessary, top up the cooling system
with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze
only (a 50/50 mix of water and anti-
freeze).
•
Different types of antifreeze/coolant
may not be mixed.
•
If the cooling system is drained, it
should be flushed with clean water or
premixed anti-freeze before it is refilled
with the correct mixture of water/anti-
freeze.
•
The cooling system must always be
kept filled to the correct level, and the
level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there
can be high local temperatures in the
engine which could result in damage.
Check coolant regularly!
•
Do not top up with water only. This
reduces the rust-protective and anti-
freeze qualities of the coolant and has a
lower boiling point. It can also cause
damage to the cooling system if it
should freeze.
•
Do not use chlorinated tap water in the
vehicles cooling system.
WARNING
•
Never remove the radiator cap while the
engine is warm. Wait until the vehicle
cools.
•
If it is necessary to top off the coolant
when the engine is warm, unscrew the
expansion tank cap slowly so that the
overpressure dissipates.
Brake fluid
G021739
Location of the brake fluid reservoirChecking the levelThe fluid reservoir is concealed under the
round cover at the rear of the engine compart-
ment. The round cover must be removed first
before the reservoir cap can be accessed.

06 Maintenance and specifications
Fluids
06
223
The brake fluid should always be between the
MIN and MAX marks on the inside of the res-
ervoir. 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: The fluid should be replaced accord-
ing to the intervals specified in the Warranty
and Service Records Information booklet.
When driving under extremely hard conditions
(mountain driving, etc), it may be necessary to
replace the fluid more often. Consult a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.
Always entrust brake fluid changing to a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
If the fluid level is below the MIN mark in the
reservoir or if a brake-related message is
shown in the information display:
DO NOT
DRIVE
. Have the car towed to a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician and have
the brake system inspected.
Filling1. Turn and open the cover.
2. Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the fluid.
The level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks.
Power steering fluid
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Check the level frequently. The fluid does not
require changing. The fluid level must be
between the MIN and MAX marks. For capaci-
ties and recommended fluid grade, see
page 274.
WARNING
If a problem should occur in the power
steering system or if the vehicle has no elec-
trical 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.
CAUTION
Keep the area around the power steering
fluid reservoir clean when checking.

07 Index
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277
1, 2, 3 ...12-volt sockets........................................ 190AAccessory installation warning.................... 9
Active Bi-Xenon headlights........................ 86
Active chassis system.............................157
Active yaw control................................... 155
Adaptive cruise control....166, 167, 168, 169
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................23, 24
front..........................................19, 20, 21
inflatable curtain................................... 29
side impact........................................... 27
Air conditioning........................................ 127
Air distribution.......................................... 125
Air distribution table................................. 130
Air vents................................................... 125
All Wheel Drive......................................... 109
Anti-freeze.......................................196, 222Anti-lock brake system............................ 110
warning light......................................... 72
Approach lighting................................. 54, 89
Audio system
audio functions................................... 134
CD player/changer...................... 135, 136
menu control....................................... 132
overview.............................................. 131
radio functions.................................... 137
Rear seat entertainment (option)........ 149
Sirius satellite radio............138, 140, 141
sound settings.................................... 134
steering wheel keypad........................ 131
USB/iPOD connector.......................... 132
Auto-dim rearview mirror........................... 97
Automatic locking retractor....................... 34
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 108
general description..................... 107, 108
oil........................................................ 274
shiftlock override................................ 108
Axle weight.............................................. 251
BBattery
changing..................................... 233, 234
maintenance....................................... 233
remote control, replacing..................... 57
specifications...................................... 275
warning symbols................................. 233
Black box.............................................8, 216
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS).......................................184, 185, 186
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 45
Booster cushions....................................... 41
Brake lights................................................ 86
emergency brake lights........................ 86
Brake system
checking fluid level.............................222
emergency brake assistance.............. 111
fluid.....................................................274
general information............................. 110
Hill Descent Control............................ 112
warning light......................................... 74
Bulbs
cargo area lighting.............................. 229
footwell lighting................................... 229
headlights...........................224, 225, 226

07 Index
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279
EECC.......................................... 126, 127, 128
Economical driving..................................194
Electric parking brake.............................. 114
Electronic Climate Control.......126, 127, 128
air distribution table............................ 130
Interior Air Quality System.................. 128
ventilated seats................................... 126
Emergency brake lights............................. 86
Emergency locking retractor...................... 34
Emergency starting.................................. 105
Emergency towing...........................212, 213
Emission inspection readiness................ 217
Engine
overheating........................................... 75
specifications...................................... 272
starting................................................ 103
starting with keyless drive.................. 104
Engine compartment overview................ 219
Engine oil
checking............................................. 220
low pressure warning light.................... 73
specifications...................................... 273
volumes.............................................. 274Environment............................................... 10
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 203
FFederal Clean Air Act............................... 216
Floor rails................................................. 204
Fluid specifications.................................. 274
Fog lights
front...................................................... 73
front, changing bulbs.......................... 228
front/rear...............................................86
Four C (active chassis system)................157
Front airbags.................................. 19, 20, 21
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 23, 24
Front fog lights..................................... 73, 86
changing bulbs................................... 228
Front park assist..............................181, 183
Front seats........................................... 79, 80
heated................................................. 126
Fuel filler cap............................................ 200
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 200
Fuel level warning light.............................. 73Fuel requirements............................198, 199
Fuel tank volume...................................... 274
Fuses...............................236, 237, 240, 242
GGasoline requirements............................. 199
Gas tank volume...................................... 274
Gauges...................................................... 71
Geartronic................................................ 108
Geartronic automatic transmission.......... 108
Generator warning light............................. 74
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 250
Grocery bag holder.................................. 205
Gross vehicle weight............................... 251HHands-free connection (cell phone) (Cell
phone, hands-free connection)................ 143
Hazard warning flashers............................ 87

07 Index
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281
Low fuel level warning light........................ 73
Low oil pressure warning light................... 73MMain instrument panel............................. 121
Maintenance............................................ 216
performed by the owner.....................217
Malfunction indicator light......................... 72
Menu system........................................... 120
overview.............................................. 120
Messages in the instrument panel........... 121
Mirrors
defroster............................................... 97
power door........................................... 96
rearview, auto-dim function.................. 97
retractable............................................. 96
vanity.................................................. 190
Moonroof............................................. 98, 99
Motor oil
checking............................................. 220
specifications...................................... 273
volumes.............................................. 274
NNet in cargo area..................................... 208OOccupant safety........................................ 14
Occupant weight sensor...................... 23, 24
Octane recommendations.......................199
Odometer, trip........................................... 76
Oil
specifications...................................... 273
volumes.............................................. 274
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 276
Overhead courtesy lighting.................. 88, 89
Overheating, engine................................... 75
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 201PPaint, touching up.................................... 264
Park assist.......................................181, 183Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 114
warning light......................................... 73
Parking lights............................................. 86
changing bulbs................................... 226
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 55
Polishing.................................................. 263
Power front seat
memory function................................... 79
with keyless drive................................. 80
Power mirrors............................................ 96
defroster............................................... 97
Power moonroof.................................. 98, 99
Power steering
speed-dependent............................... 157
Power steering fluid.........................222, 274
Power tailgate (option)............................. 202
Power windows...................................94, 95
laminated glass..................................... 95
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 17
Private locking........................................... 59
PROPOSITION 65 WARN-
ING..................................... 10, 105, 234, 275