2013 VOLVO XC70 checking oil

09 Maintenance and specifications
Engine oil 09
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Checking the engine oil
The oil level should be checked at regular inter-
vals, particularly during the period up to the
first scheduled maintenance service.
•See page 363 for oil specifications.
•Refer to the Warranty and Service Records
Information booklet for information on the
oil change intervals.
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.
•Oil changes should be carried out by a
trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
Checking and adding oil
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Location of the filler cap and dipstick
Volvo recommends Castrol oil products
NOTE
Before checking the oil:
•The car should be parked on a level sur-
face.
•If the engine is warm, wait for at least
10 – 15 minutes after the engine has
been switched off.
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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.

09 Maintenance and specifications
Fluids 09
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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 364 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
vehicle's cooling system.
WARNING
•Never remove the expansion tank cap
while the engine is warm. Wait until the
engine 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.

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Fluids09
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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 364.
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.

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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 209
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 122
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................206
Active high beams..................................... 94
Active yaw control................................... 132
Adaptive brake lights............................... 121
Adaptive cruise control.................... 138, 140
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 200
Air distribution.......................................... 196
Air distribution table................................. 202
Air vents................................................... 197
All Wheel Drive......................................... 120Anti-freeze.......................................270, 328
Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 76
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 122
Approach lighting................................57, 99
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 238
BluetoothŸ devices............................. 241
BluetoothŸ hands-free system........... 243
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 241
getting started.................................... 215
HD digital radio................................... 227
introduction......................................... 214
media player....................................... 234
overview.............................................. 214
radio functions.................................... 225
Rear seat entertainment..................... 255
SiriusXM
E satellite radio.................... 229
sound settings.................................... 220
steering wheel keypad........................ 216
voice control....................................... 251
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 106
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic........................................... 119
general description.....................118, 119oil........................................................ 364
shiftlock override................................ 120
Axle weight.............................................. 303
B
Battery
changing..................................... 340, 341
maintenance....................................... 340
remote key, replacing........................... 60
specifications...................................... 365
warning symbols................................. 339
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 180, 181, 182
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 243
Booster cushion, integrated...................... 48
Booster cushions....................................... 45
Brake lights.............................................. 121
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 122
Brake pad inspection.......................... 121
checking fluid level............................. 328
emergency brake assistance.............. 122
fluid..................................................... 364
general information............................. 121

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Disconnecting the front passenger’s air-
bag....................................................... 26, 27
Dome lighting....................................... 98, 99
Door mirrors............................................. 105
Driver alert............................................... 166
Driver distraction warning.......................... 13
Driving economically................................ 268
Driving in cold weather............................ 270
Driving through water..............................269
E
ECC.........................................198, 200, 201
Economical driving.................................. 268
Electric parking brake.............................. 124
Electronic Climate Control.......198, 200, 201
air distribution table............................ 202
Interior Air Quality System.................. 201
ventilated seats................................... 198
Emergency locking retractor...................... 37
Emergency starting.................................. 116
Emergency towing................................... 288
Emission inspection readiness................ 323Engine
overheating........................................... 79
specifications...................................... 362
starting................................................ 113
switching off....................................... 116
Engine compartment overview................325
Engine oil................................................. 363
checking............................................. 326
low pressure warning light.............. 77, 78
volumes.............................................. 364
Engine remote start (ERS)........................ 115
Environment............................................... 12
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 278
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 322
Flat tires
repairing with tire sealing system....... 308
Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 353
placing correctly................................. 113
Floor rails................................................. 278
Fluid specifications.................................. 364Fog lights
front, changing bulbs.......................... 334
front/rear......................................... 96, 97
Four C (active chassis system)................206
Front airbags.............................................. 22
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 26, 27
Front fog lights........................................... 96
changing bulbs................................... 334
Front park assist.............................. 172, 174
Front seats...........................................84, 86
heated................................................. 198
Fuel filler cap........................................... 274
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 273
Fuel level warning light.............................. 77
Fuel requirements............................ 271, 272
Fuel tank volume.....................................364
Fuses............................... 342, 343, 346, 349
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink® Wireless Control System. 110
Gasoline requirements............................. 272

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Interior lighting..................................... 98, 99
iPodŸ connector (audio system)............. 238
ISOFIX/LATCH anchors............................. 46
J
Jack
attaching.............................................314
location of........................................... 314
Jump starting........................................... 116
K
Key blade.................................54, 59, 62, 63
private locking...................................... 62
Keyless drive
general description............................... 63
starting the vehicle.............................113
L
Labels
list of................................................... 359
location of........................................... 358
LATCH anchors......................................... 46
Leather care............................................. 352
Lighting panel............................................ 92
Load anchoring eyelets...........................278
Loading
floor rails............................................. 278
hooks for securing loads............278, 279
Loading the vehicle.......................... 276, 303
roof loads............................................ 280
Locking...................................................... 66
tailgate.................................................. 67
Locking the vehicle.................................... 57
Locks, child safety..................................... 51
Low beams................................................ 92
Low fuel level warning light........................ 77
Low oil pressure warning light................... 78
M
Main instrument panel............................. 187
Maintenance............................................ 322
hoisting the vehicle............................. 323
performed by the owner.....................323
Malfunction indicator light......................... 77
Media player (infotainment system)......... 234
Menu........................................................ 189
Messages in the instrument panel........... 187
Mirrors
defroster............................................. 106
power door......................................... 105
rearview, auto-dim function................ 106
retractable........................................... 105
vanity.................................................. 209
Moonroof................................................. 108
Motor oil
checking............................................. 326
volumes.............................................. 364
MY CAR................................................... 189
N
Net in cargo area..................................... 282

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O
Occupant safety........................................ 16
Occupant weight sensor...................... 26, 27
Octane recommendations.......................272
Odometer, trip........................................... 80
Oil
checking............................................. 326
volumes.............................................. 364
Oil quality................................................. 363
OK button................................................ 187
On Call Roadside Assistance.................. 369
Overhead courtesy lighting.................. 98, 99
Overheating, engine................................... 79
Oxygen sensors, heated.......................... 275
P
Paint, touching up.................................... 353
Park assist.......................................172, 174
Park Assist Camera................................. 176
Parking brake
electric, applying/releasing................. 124
warning light......................................... 78Parking lights............................................. 96
changing bulbs................................... 333
Personal Car Communicator, unique func-
tions........................................................... 58
Polishing.................................................. 351
Power front seat
memory function................................... 85
with keyless drive................................. 86
Power mirrors.......................................... 105
defroster............................................. 106
Power moonroof...................................... 108
Power steering
fluid..................................................... 329
speed-dependent............................... 206
Power steering fluid................................. 364
Power tailgate.......................................... 276
Power windows....................................... 103
laminated glass................................... 104
Pregnancy, using seat belts during........... 20
Private locking........................................... 62
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING. . 116, 341, 365
R
Radio
SiriusXM
E satellite radio.................... 229
Radio functions........................................ 225
HD digital radio................................... 227
Rails, floor................................................ 278
Rain sensor.............................................. 100
Rear fog light............................................. 97
Rear park assist............................... 172, 174
Rear seat entertainment..........................255
Rear seat entertainment (option)
headphones........................................256
menus................................................. 261
remote control.................................... 264
Rear seat head restraints........................... 88
Rear seats
center head restraint............................. 87
folding................................................... 87
heated................................................. 199
Rearview mirror
auto-dim function............................... 106
compass............................................. 107
Rear window defroster............................106
Recalls, child restraints.............................. 38