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Oil specifications
Full synthetic engine oil meeting the minimum ACEA A5/B5 must be used. Lower quality oilsmay not offer the same fuel economy, engineperformance, or engine protection. Refer to the Warranty and Service Records information booklet for information on oilchange intervals and oil type requirements.
NOTE
This vehicle comes from the factory with synthetic oil.
Oil additives must not be used.
Oil viscosityIncorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life under normal use. SAE 5W-30 will providegood fuel economy and engine protection.See the viscosity chart.
Viscosity chart
Extreme engine operationSAE 0W-30 oil meeting ACEA A5/B5 require- ments is recommended for driving in areaswith sustained low temperatures.
NOTE
Volvo uses different systems to indicate a low oil level or pressure. Some modelshave an oil pressure sensor, in which casea warning symbol (see page 60) is used toindicate low oil pressure. Other modelshave an oil level sensor, in which case thedriver is alerted by the warning symbol inthe center of the instrument panel and atext in the information display. Some mod-els use both systems. Contact a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician formore information.
Changing engine oil and oil filter
See page 290 for oil volumes. Refer to the Warranty and Service Records Informationbooklet for information on the oil changeintervals.
NOTE
Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives.
Checking and adding oil
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Location of dipstick (1) and oil filler cap (2)
The oil level should be checked at regular intervals, particularly during the period up tothe first scheduled maintenance service.
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•
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 beenswitched off before checking the oil.
Volvo recommends Castrol oil products
Checking the oil
• Pull out the dipstick and wipe it with a lint-free rag.
• Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, andcheck the oil level.
• Add oil if necessary. If the level is close tothe
MIN mark, add approximately
0.5 US quarts (0.5 liters) of oil. •
Recheck the level and add more oil ifnecessary until the level is near the
MAX
mark.
• Oil level should be between the
MIN and
MAX marks on the dipstick.
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CAUTION
•Check the engine oil level regularly.
• Never fill oil above the
MAX mark or
let the oil level go below the MIN mark.
This could result in serious damage to the engine.
• Always add oil of the same type andviscosity as already used.
• Oil changes should be carried out by atrained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician.
WARNING
Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces.
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Washer fluid reservoir
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Washer fluid reservoirThe washer fluid reservoir is located in the engine compartment and holds approx.6.8 US qts (6.5 liters). When there is less than approximately 1 US qt (1 liter) remaining in the reservoir, thewasher fluid spray will be directed to thewindshield only. During cold weather, the reservoir should be filled with windshield washer solvent contain-ing antifreeze.
Changing coolant
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Coolant reservoir
Normally, the coolant does not need to be changed. If the system must be drained, con-sult a trained and qualified Volvo servicetechnician.
CAUTION
• If necessary, top up the cooling sys- tem with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Anti-freeze only (a 50/50 mix of water andantifreeze).
• Different types of antifreeze/coolantmay not be mixed.
• If the cooling system is drained, itshould be flushed with clean water orpremixed anti-freeze before it is refilledwith the correct mixture of water/anti-freeze.
• The cooling system must always bekept filled to the correct level, and thelevel must be between the
MIN and
MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there
can be high local temperatures in theengine which could result in damage.Check coolant regularly!
• Do not top up with water only. Thisreduces the rust-protective and anti-freeze qualities of the coolant and hasa lower boiling point. It can also causedamage to the cooling system if itshould freeze.
• Do not use chlorinated tap water in thevehicle's cooling system.
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WARNING
•Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is warm. Waituntil the engine cools.
• If it is necessary to top up the coolantwhen the engine is warm, unscrew thecoolant reservoir cap slowly so thatthe overpressure dissipates.
Brake fluid reservoir
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The brake fluid should always be above the MIN
mark on the side of the reservoir. Check,
without removing the cap, that there is suffi-cient fluid in the reservoir. Fluid type:
DOT 4 boiling point >536 °F
(>280 °C). Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles
(48,000 km). The fluid should be replaced once a year or every 15,000 miles (24,000 km)when driving under extremely hard conditions(mountain driving, etc.). 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 informationdisplay: DO NOT DRIVE . Have the car
towed to a trained and qualified Volvoservice technician and have the brakesystem inspected.
• Dot 4 should never be mixed with anyother type of brake fluid.
Power steering fluid reservoir
The fluid level should always be between the ADD
and FULL marks.
Fluid type: Volvo synthetic power steering
fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) P/N 1161529 orequivalent. Replace: No fluid change required.
If a problem should occur in the power steer- ing system or if the vehicle has no electricalcurrent and must be towed, it is still possibleto steer the vehicle. However, keep in mindthat greater effort will be required to turn thesteering wheel.
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Replacing bulbs 09
230* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
When replacing bulbs, keep the following points in mind:
• Never touch the glass of bulbs with your fingers. Grease and oils from your fingersvaporize in the heat and will leave adeposit on the reflector, which will dam-age it.
• The optional Active Bending Light bulbscontain trace amounts of mercury. Thesebulbs should always be disposed of by anauthorized Volvo retailer.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-nician:
• Active Bending Lights (ABL)
• Daytime running lights (DRL) under the front bumper
• Turn signals and courtesy lights in theside door mirrors
• Reading lights and glove compartmentlight
• Courtesy (dome) lighting
• Rear parking lights
• Brake lights
• High-mounted brake lights
If a problem occurs with the daytime running lights (DRL) under the front bumper, the entirelamp housing will have to be replaced. If a problem occurs with the rear parkinglights or the brake lights, the entire taillighthousing will have to be replaced. See page 236 for a list of bulb specifications.
Replacing high/low beams/turn signal/parking light bulbs
WARNING
•
The engine should not be running when changing bulbs.
• If the engine has been running justprior to replacing bulbs in the head-light housing, please keep in mind thatcomponents in the engine compart-ment will be hot.
WARNING
Active Bending Lights* - due to the high voltage used by these headlights, thesebulbs should only be replaced by a trainedand qualified Volvo service technician.
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The entire lamp housing must be lifted out when replacing these bulbs. To lift out the lamp housing:
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Open the hood.
3. Pull up the retaining pins (see the illustra-
tion).
4. Lift out the lamp housing.
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Fuses 09
240* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Fuses in the engine compartment
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When replacing fuses, be sure to replace a blown fuse with a new one of the same colorand amperage (written on the fuse).
NoA
1ABS30
2ABS30
3Headlight washers35
4–20
5Auxiliary lights*35
NoA
6Starter motor relay35
7Windshield wipers25
8Fuel pump15
9Transmission control module15
10Ignition coils, engine control module20
11Throttle pedal sensor, A/C com- pressor10
NoA
12Engine control module, fuel injectors, mass airflow sensor15
13Intake manifold actuator (6-cyl.)10
14Heated oxygen sensor20
15Crankcase ventilation, solenoid valves, A/C connection, leakagediagnostics, engine controlmodule15
16Driver's side low beam head- light20
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Label information.................................................................................. 282 Dimensions .......................................................................................... 284Weights ................................................................................................ 286Fluids..................................................................................................... 288Suspension........................................................................................... 289Engine oil............................................................................................... 290
Engine specifications............................................................................ 291
Electrical system...................................................................................292
Three-way catalytic converter............................................................... 293
Overview of information and warning symbols .................................... 294
Volvo programs..................................................................................... 296
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Fluids
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288* 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 138)
Transmission oil A
TF-80SCAW-1 7.4 US qts. (7.0 liters)
Miscellaneous Power steering Windshield washer reservoirBrake fluidAir 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)
CoolantVolvo original coolant/antifreeze (Thermostat begins to open at 194 ° F (90 ° C)). 7.9 US qts. (7.5 liters)
Brake fluidDOT 4 boiling point >536 °F (280 °C)
Power steering fluidVolvo synthetic power steering fluid (Pentosin CHF 11S) P/N 1161529 or equivalent 1.1 US quarts (1.0 liters)
Washer fluid reservoirUse washer fluid solvent in cold weather conditions 6.9 US quarts (6.5 liters)
Air conditioning systemRefrigerant – R134a B
A
The transmission oil does not normally need to be changed during the service life of the vehicle. However, it may be necessary to replace the oil if the vehicle is often driven in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances, for prolonged driving in mountainous areas, or if the vehicle is often driven short distances in temperatures under40 °F (5 °C).
B See page 94 for volumes