2010 VOLVO XC90 fuel cap

08 Car care
Washing and cleaning the vehicle
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Washing
•The vehicle should be washed at regular
intervals since dirt, dust, insects and tar
spots adhere to the paint and may cause
damage. It is particularly important to wash
the vehicle frequently in the wintertime to
prevent corrosion, when salt has been
used on the roads.
•When washing the vehicle, do not expose
it to direct sunlight. Use lukewarm water to
soften the dirt before you wash with a
sponge, and plenty of water, to avoid
scratching.
•Bird droppings: Remove from paintwork as
soon as possible. Otherwise the finish may
be permanently damaged.
•A detergent can be used to facilitate the
softening of dirt and oil.
CAUTION
Chromed wheels: Clean chrome-plated
wheels using the same detergents used for
the body of the vehicle. Aggressive wheel
cleaning agents can permanently stain
chrome-plated wheels.
•Dry the vehicle with a clean chamois and
remember to clean the drain holes in the
doors and rocker panels.
•Tar spots can be removed with tar remover
after the vehicle has been washed.
•A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy
water can be used to clean the wiper
blades. Frequent cleaning of the wind-
shield and wiper blades improves visibility
considerably and also helps prolong the
service life of the wiper blades.
•Wash off the dirt from the underside (wheel
housings, fenders, etc.).
•In areas of high industrial fallout, more fre-
quent washing is recommended.
Suitable detergentsSpecial vehicle washing detergents should be
used. A suitable mixture is about 2.5 fl. oz.
(8.5 cl) of detergent to 2.6 US gal. (10 liters) of
warm water. After washing with a detergent the
vehicle should be well rinsed with clean water.
CAUTION
•Avoid waxing or polishing plastic or rub-
ber components
•Polishing chromed strips can wear
away or damage the surface
•Polishes containing abrasive sub-
stances should not be used
CAUTION
•Dirt, snow, etc., on the headlights can
reduce lighting capacity considerably.
Clean the headlights regularly, for
example when refueling.
•During high pressure washing, the
spray mouthpiece must never be closer
to the vehicle than 13 " (30 cm). Do not
spray into the locks.
Special moonroof cautions:
•Always close the moonroof and sun
shade before washing your vehicle.
•Never use abrasive cleaning agents on
the moonroof.
•Never use wax on the rubber seals
around the moonroof.
Exterior componentsVolvo recommends the use of special cleaning
products, available at your Volvo retailer, for
cleaning colored plastic, rubber, or ornamental
components such as chromed strips on the
exterior of your vehicle. The instructions for
using these products should be followed care-
fully. Solvents or stain removers should not be
used.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Engine oil09

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NOTE
Volvo uses different systems to indicate a
low oil level or pressure. Some models have
an oil pressure sensor, in which case a
warning symbol (see page 56) is used to
indicate low oil pressure. Other models have
an oil level sensor, in which case the driver
is alerted by the warning symbol in the cen-
ter of the instrument panel and a text in the
information display. Some models use both
systems. Contact a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician for more informa-
tion.
Changing engine oil and oil filter
See page 208 for oil specifications and page
273 for oil volumes. Refer to the Warranty and
Service Records Information booklet for infor-
mation on the oil change intervals.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of oil
additives.
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. Please consult a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
Checking and adding oil
G030880
Location of dipstick (1) and oil filler cap (2)
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.
•The vehicle should be parked on a level
surface 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.
Checking the oil
•Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-
free rag.
•Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check
the oil level.
•Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to
the MIN mark, add approximately
1 US quart (1 liter) of oil.
•Run the engine until it reaches normal
operating temperature.
•Switch off the engine and wait for at least
10-15 minutes and recheck the oil level. If
necessary, add oil until the level is near the
mark.
•Oil level should be between the MIN and
MAX marks on the dipstick.

11 Specifications
Fluids
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270* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Specifications and capacities
CategorySpecification
Fuel tank21.1 US gals. (80 liters)
Octane rating: unleaded gasoline, minimum octane requirement AKI 87,
recommended rating AKI 91 or above (See also page 130)
Transmission oilA
TF-80SC
JWS 3309
7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Miscellaneous
Power steering
Windshield washer reservoir
Brake fluid
Air conditioning systemMiscellaneous
1.1 US qts. (1.0 liters)
6.9 US qts. (6.5 liters)
0.63 US qts. (0.6 liters)
Front – 2.2 lb. (1 kg), Rear* 2.9 lb. (1.3 kg) R 134a (HFC134a)
Coolant
3.2 6-cyl.
V8Volvo original coolant/antifreeze (Thermostat begins to open at 194 ° F
(90 ° C)).
7.9 US qts. (7.5 liters)
10.7 US qts. (10.2 liters)
Brake fluidDOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F (280 °C), P/N 9437433
Power steering fluidVolvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) P/N 1161529 or
equivalent 1.1 US quarts (1.0 liters)

12 Index
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282
Front suspension..................................... 272
Fuel.......................................................... 130
Fuel filler cap........................................... 133
Fuel filler door
opening manually...............................133
unlocking.............................................. 64
Fuel system.............................................. 274
Fuses.......................................................224
G
Gasoline................................................... 130
Geartronic – manual shifting.................... 141
Generator................................................. 275
Generator warning light............................. 56
Glove compartment................................. 111
Grocery bag holder.................................. 117
Gross vehicle weight (GVW).................... 176
H
Hand brake................................................ 76
Hazard warning flashers............................ 70HD digital radio........................................ 246
Headlights.................................................. 63
Active Bending Lights............. 60, 64, 217
Dual Xenon........................................... 60
Headlights, high and low beams............... 66
Heated front seats..................................... 95
High/low beams – replacing....................217
High beam bulb, replacing...................... 222
High beam flash......................................... 66
High beam indicator.................................. 54
Hoisting the vehicle.................................205
Home safe lighting..................................... 66
Hood, opening/closing.............................. 77
I
Ignition switch.......................................... 137
Immobilizer (start inhibitor)...................... 120
Important information................................ 10
Indicator and warning symbols.................. 54
indicator light............................................. 56
Infant seats................................................ 37
Inflatable Curtain........................................ 29Inflation pressure, checking..................... 169
Inflation pressure table
Canadian models................................ 172
Information display.................................... 54
Inspection readiness................................ 203
Instrument overview.................................. 52
Instrument panel........................................ 54
Instrument panel lighting........................... 64
Interior lighting......................................... 107
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 43
J
Jack.........................................................180
K
Key (ignition switch) positions................. 137
Keys......................................................... 120