2010 VOLVO S80 checking oil

06 Maintenance and specifications
Engine oil
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Checking the engine oil
The 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 276 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
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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 dipstick
Checking 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
the MIN 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 specifications
Fluids
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Coolant
Location of the coolant reservoir
Normally, 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 278 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
Location of the brake fluid reservoir
Checking 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
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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.
•Dot 4+ should never be mixed with any
other type of brake fluid.
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
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 278.
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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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 191
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 114
Accessory installation warning.................. 10
Active chassis system.............................158
Active yaw control................................... 156
Adaptive cruise control.................... 167, 169
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................24, 25
front...................................................... 20
inflatable curtain................................... 30
side impact........................................... 28
Air conditioning........................................ 130
Air distribution.......................................... 127
Air distribution table................................. 132
Air vents................................................... 128
All Wheel Drive......................................... 113
Anti-freeze.......................................198, 220Anti-lock brake system............................ 114
warning light......................................... 74
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 114
Approach lighting................................54, 95
Audio system
audio functions................................... 134
CD player/changer.............................. 144
HD digital radio................................... 138
overview.............................................. 133
radio functions.................................... 135
Sirius satellite radio............................141
sound settings.................................... 134
steering wheel keypad........................ 133
USB/iPodŸ connector........................ 136
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 101
Automatic locking retractor....................... 35
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 111, 112
general description.....................111, 112
oil........................................................ 278
shiftlock override................................ 112
Axle weight.............................................. 252
B
Battery
changing............................................. 233
maintenance...............................232, 233
remote key, replacing........................... 57
specifications...................................... 279
warning symbols................................. 232
Black box.............................................9, 214
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 185, 186, 187
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 147
Booster cushions....................................... 42
Brake lights................................................ 92
Brake system
checking fluid level............................. 220
emergency brake assistance.............. 115
fluid..................................................... 278
general information............................. 114
warning light......................................... 76
Bulbs
footwell lighting................................... 227
headlights...........................222, 223, 224
introduction......................................... 222
license plate lights.............................. 227
side marker lights...............................225

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284
Emergency starting.................................. 109
Emergency towing...........................209, 210
Emission inspection readiness................ 215
Engine
overheating........................................... 76
specifications...................................... 276
starting................................................ 107
switching off....................................... 109
Engine compartment overview................217
Engine oil
checking............................................. 218
low pressure warning light.............. 75, 76
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277
Environment............................................... 11
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 204
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 214
Fluid specifications.................................. 278
Fog lights
front...................................................... 75
front/rear............................................... 92
Four C (active chassis system)................158Front airbags.............................................. 20
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 24, 25
Front fog lights..................................... 75, 92
Front park assist.............................. 182, 184
Front seats..................................... 82, 84, 87
heated................................................. 129
lumbar support (S80 Executive only).... 87
massage function (S80 Executive only) 87
moving passenger's seat (S80 Execu-
tive only)................................................ 88
Fuel filler cap........................................... 202
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 202
Fuel level warning light.............................. 75
Fuel requirements............................ 200, 201
Fuel tank volume.....................................278
Fuses............................... 235, 236, 239, 242G
Gasoline requirements............................. 201
Gas tank volume...................................... 278
Gauges...................................................... 73
Geartronic................................................ 112Geartronic automatic transmission.. 111, 112
Generator warning light............................. 76
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 252
Grocery bag holder.................................. 205
Gross vehicle weight...............................252
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 93
HD digital radio........................................ 138
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 91
changing bulbs...........................223, 224
high/low beams.................................... 90
high beam flash.................................... 90
Headlight washers..................................... 97
Heartbeat sensor (alarm system).........55, 56
Heated front seats................................... 129
Heated oxygen sensors........................... 203
Heated rear seats.................................... 129
High beams................................................ 90
indicator light........................................ 75
Hoisting the vehicle.................................215
Home safe lighting..................................... 94

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286
retractable........................................... 100
vanity.................................................. 191
Moonroof................................................. 102
Motor oil
checking............................................. 218
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277
O
Occupant safety........................................ 14
Occupant weight sensor...................... 24, 25
Octane recommendations.......................201
Odometer, trip........................................... 78
Oil
specifications...................................... 276
volumes.............................................. 277
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 280
Overhead courtesy lighting........................ 94
Overheating, engine................................... 76
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 203
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 269
Park assist.......................................182, 184
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 116
warning light......................................... 76
Parking lights............................................. 91
changing bulbs................................... 225
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 55
Polishing.................................................. 267
Power front seat
memory function................................... 83
with keyless drive................................. 84
Power mirrors.......................................... 100
defroster............................................. 101
Power moonroof...................................... 102
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 221
speed-dependent............................... 158
Power steering fluid................................. 278
Power windows......................................... 98
laminated glass..................................... 99
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 18PROPOSITION 65 WARN-
ING..................................... 11, 109, 234, 279
R
Radio
Sirius satellite radio............................141
Radio functions........................................ 135
HD digital radio................................... 138
Rain sensor................................................ 96
READ button............................................ 124
Rear fog light............................................. 92
Rear park assist............................... 182, 184
Rear seats
folding................................................... 85
heated................................................. 129
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function............................... 101
compass............................................. 155
Rear window defroster............................101
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 45
Refrigerant............................................... 278
Refrigerator (S80 Executive only)............ 192