2012 VOLVO XC70 automatic transmission fluid

03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
03
112
WARNING
•Always remove the remote key from the
ignition slot when leaving the vehicle,
especially if there are children in the
vehicle.
•Never open the driver's door while driv-
ing or when the vehicle is being towed.
The steering lock could otherwise be
activated, making it impossible to steer
the vehicle. On vehicles with the
optional keyless drive, never remove
the remote key from the vehicle while
driving or during towing.
•Always place the gear selector in Park
and apply the parking brake before
leaving the vehicle. Never leave the
vehicle unattended with the engine run-
ning.
•Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monox-
ide, which is invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.
NOTE
•After a cold start, idle speed may be
noticeably higher than normal for a
short period. This is done to help bring
components in the emission control
system to their normal operating tem-
perature as quickly as possible, which
enables them to control emissions and
help reduce the vehicle's impact on the
environment
3.
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.
3If the gear selector is in the D or R positions and the car is not moving, engine speed (rpm) will be lower and it will take longer for the engine to reach normal operating temperature.

09 Specifications
Specifications09

359 Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)7.4 US qts (7 liters)Transmission fluid AW-1
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)
Air conditioningAll models1.7 lbs (770 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 volume3.0T/3.2 6 cyl.18.5 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

10 Index
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366
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 199
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 119
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................150
Active yaw control................................... 148
Adaptive brake lights............................... 118
Adaptive cruise control.................... 153, 155
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 142
Air distribution.......................................... 138
Air distribution table................................. 144
Air vents................................................... 139
All Wheel Drive......................................... 117
Anti-freeze.......................................264, 322Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 76
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 119
Approach lighting................................56, 97
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 227
BluetoothŸ devices............................. 230
BluetoothŸ hands-free system........... 233
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 230
general functions................................ 211
getting started.................................... 206
HD digital radio................................... 216
introduction......................................... 204
media player....................................... 223
menus................................................. 256
overview.............................................. 204
radio functions.................................... 214
Rear seat entertainment..................... 245
Sirius satellite radio............................218
sound settings.................................... 212
steering wheel keypad........................ 209
voice control....................................... 241
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 104
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 115, 116
general description.....................115, 116oil........................................................ 359
shiftlock override................................ 116
Axle weight.............................................. 297
B
Battery
changing..................................... 334, 335
maintenance....................................... 334
remote key, replacing........................... 59
specifications...................................... 360
warning symbols................................. 333
Black box................................................... 11
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 193, 194, 195
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 233
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 48
Booster cushions....................................... 45
Brake lights.............................................. 118
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 119
Brake pad inspection.......................... 118
checking fluid level............................. 322
emergency brake assistance.............. 119
fluid..................................................... 359