2010 VOLVO S80 transmission oil

03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
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CAUTION
•When starting in cold weather, the auto-
matic transmission may shift up at
slightly higher engine speeds than nor-
mal until the automatic transmission
fluid reaches normal operating tem-
perature.
•Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
•The engine should be idling when you
move the gear selector. Never acceler-
ate until after you feel the transmission
engage. Accelerating immediately after
selecting a gear will cause harsh
engagement and premature transmis-
sion wear.
•Selecting P or N when idling at a stand-
still for prolonged periods of time will
help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.
Switching off the engine
With the engine running, press the START/
STOP ENGINE button.
If the gear selector is not in the P position or if
the vehicle is moving, press the button twice or
press and hold it in until the engine switches
off.
Jump starting
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Connecting the jumper cables
Follow these instructions to jump start your
vehicle's dead battery or to jump start another
vehicle's dead battery using your vehicle. If the
12-volt auxiliary battery to be used is in another
vehicle, check that the vehicles are not touch-
ing to prevent premature completion of a cir-
cuit. Be sure to follow jump starting instruc-
tions provided for the other vehicle.To jump start your vehicle:
1. Switch off the ignition (set the ignition to
mode 0, see page 80).
2. First connect the red jumper cable to the
auxiliary battery's positive (+) terminal
.
3. Fold back the cover over the positive (+)
terminal on your vehicle's battery
,
marked with a "+" sign, located under a
folding cover.
4. Connect the black jumper cable to the aux-
iliary battery's negative (–) terminal
and
to the ground point in your vehicle's engine
compartment (right engine mount at the
top, on the outer screw)
.
5. Start the engine in the assisting vehicle,
then start the engine in the vehicle with
dead battery.
6. After the engine has started, first remove
the negative (–) terminal jumper cable
(black). Then remove the positive (+) termi-
nal jumper cable (red).

05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
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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.
Observe the following rules:
•Bring the engine to normal operating tem-
perature as soon as possible by driving
with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for
the first few minutes of operation. A cold
engine uses more fuel and is subject to
increased wear.
•Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle
for driving short distances. This does not
allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
•Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration
and hard braking.
•Use the transmission's Drive (D) position
as often as possible and avoid using kick-
down.
•Do not exceed posted speed limits.
•Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra
load) in the vehicle.
•Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire
pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
•Remove snow tires when threat of snow or
ice has ended.
•Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,
increase air resistance and also fuel con-
sumption.
•At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-
tion will be lower with the air conditioning
on and the windows closed than with the
air conditioning off and the windows open.
•Using the onboard trip computer's fuel
consumption modes can help you learn
how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage
are:
•Dirty air cleaner
•Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
•Dragging brakes
•Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others
are checked at the standard maintenance
intervals.
WARNING
Driving with the trunk open: Driving with
the trunk open could lead to poisonous
exhaust gases entering the passenger com-
partment. If the trunk must be kept open for
any reason, proceed as follows:
•Close the windows
•Set the ventilation system control to air
flow to floor, windshield and side win-
dows and the blower control to its high-
est setting.
Weight distribution affects handlingAt 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 curvature of a
bend. This ensures good stability and reduces
the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that
these properties can alter with the vehicle load.
The heavier the load in the trunk, the less the
tendency to understeer.
Handling, roadholdingVehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure
all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check
that the tires are inflated to the recommended
pressure according to the vehicle load. See the
"Tire pressure" section. Loads should be dis-
tributed so that capacity weight or maximum
permissible axle loads are not exceeded.

05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
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Your retailer will also be able to supply you with
bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:
•Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.
•Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage
•Have the transmission oil level checked.
•Check condition of drive belts.
•Check state of the battery's charge.
•Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.
•The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian only.
•Check all lights, including high beams.
•Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
•Have a word with a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician if you intend to
drive in countries where it may be difficult
to obtain the correct fuel.
•Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Cold weather precautionsIf you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:
•Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to
–31 °F (–35 °C). The use of "recycled" anti-
freeze is not approved by Volvo. Different
types of antifreeze must not be mixed.
•Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
•Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this
helps prevent the formation of condensa-
tion in the tank. In addition, in extremely
cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to
add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
•The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par-
ticularly the synthetic type, is recom-
mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but
do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving
or in warm weather, see page 276 for more
information on engine oil.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance inter-
vals except at owner request and at addi-
tional charge.
•The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-
ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil
on the battery posts.
•Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving, see
page 254.
•To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from
freezing, add washer solvents containing
antifreeze. This is important since dirt is
often splashed on the windshield during
winter driving, requiring the frequent use of
the washers and wipers. Volvo Washer
Solvent should be diluted as follows: Down
to 14 °F (–10 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
4 parts water Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 3 parts water Down to
0 °F (–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and

05 During your trip
Towing a trailer
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207 Introduction
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer
hitches that are specially designed for the vehi-
cle.
NOTE
See page 274 for the maximum trailer and
tongue weights recommended by Volvo.
•Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
•All Volvo models are equipped with
energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-
ers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this
bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any
particular problems, but take into considera-
tion:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended
full. See the tire inflation tables on pages
249 and 250.
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing
heavy trailers during the first 620 miles
(1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:
50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject to
increased loads. Therefore, engine coolant
temperature should be closely watchedwhen driving in hot climates or hilly terrain.
Use a lower gear and turn off the air con-
ditioner if the temperature gauge needle
enters the red range.
•If the automatic transmission begins to
overheat, a message will be displayed in
the text window.
•Avoid overload and other abusive opera-
tion.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-
ity, and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes
with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a
safe stop (check and observe state/local
regulations).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake system
directly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance is
required.
•Remove the ball and drawbar assembly
when the hitch is not being used.
•Volvo recommends the use of synthetic
engine oil when towing a trailer over long
distances or in mountainous areas.
WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must
not be used on Volvos, nor should
safety chains be attached to the
bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle
rear axle must not be used.
•Never connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to the vehicle
brake system, nor a trailer's lighting
system directly to the vehicle lighting
system. Consult your nearest author-
ized Volvo retailer for correct installa-
tion.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
wire must be correctly fastened to the
hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch
on the vehicle. The safety wire should
never be fastened to or wound around
the drawbar ball.

06 Maintenance and specifications
Specifications
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Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)5.8 US qts (5.5 liters)Transmission fluid BOT 341
Coolant3.2 (6-cyl.)9.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)Coolant with corrosion inhibitor
mixed with water (50/50 mix), see
packaging.
3.0T9.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)
V810.7 US qts. (10.2 liters)
Air conditioningAll models1.8 lbs (800 g)Refrigerant: R134a (HFC134a),
PAG oil
Brake fluid0.63 US qts (0.6 liters)DOT 4+
Power steering1.26 US qts (1.2 liters)Power steering fluid WSS
M2C204-A2 or equivalent product.
Washer fluid6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)
4.7 US qts (4.5 liters
B)
Use a washer antifreeze recom-
mended by Volvo, mixed with
water.
Fuel tank volume18.5 US gallons (70 liters)
AUnder normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life. However, it may be necessary under adverse driving conditions.BModels without headlight washers

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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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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T
Temporary spare tire............................... 255
Three-way catalytic converter................. 203
Tire designations.....................................251
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....263, 264
indicator light........................................ 75
Tires.........................................................244
age...................................................... 244
changing from summer to winter........ 245
glossary of terms................................ 252
improving economy............................ 244
inflation pressure........................246, 247
inflation pressure tables.............249, 250
rotation............................................... 245
snow...................................................254
spare................................................... 255
specifications...................................... 248
storing................................................. 245
studded............................................... 254
tire pressure monitoring system......... 263
tread wear indicator............................ 246
uniform tire quality grading................. 254
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 44
Touching up paint.................................... 269Towing a trailer................................207, 208
trailer hitch.......................................... 208
Towing the vehicle........................... 209, 210
Traction control........................................ 156
Trailer towing...................................207, 208
trailer hitch.......................................... 208
Transmission
general description.....................111, 112
oil........................................................ 278
shiftlock override................................ 112
Tread wear indicator................................ 246
Trip computer.......................................... 153
Trip odometers.......................................... 78
Trips, long distance................................. 197
Trunk
changing bulbs................................... 228
driving with it open.............................196
Turn signals............................................... 93
changing bulbs................................... 225
indicator lights...................................... 75
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................254
Unlocking the vehicle................................ 54
Upholstery care....................................... 268
V
Vanity mirror............................................ 191
changing bulbs................................... 228
Vehicle Event Data............................... 9, 214
Vehicle loading................................204, 252
roof loads............................................ 206
Vehicle maintenance................................ 214
performed by the owner.....................215
Vehicle weights........................................ 274
Ventilated seats....................................... 129
Volvo and the environment........................ 11
Volvo Inflatable Curtain.............................. 30
Volvo maintenance.................................. 214
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 280
Volvo programs.......................................280