Volvo 164 1971, Instruction Book

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CHECKS WHEN FILLING THE TANK
The only servicing required between the
10,000 km (6000 miles) inspections are the
checks listed opposite, which should be
carried out when filling the tank.
Fuel
Make sure that the octane rating for the fuel is at least 100. If you drive only on
highways, 97 octane can be used.
Oil level in engine
The oil should be between the marks on the dipstick. If necessary, top up with
multigrade oil, see page 37.
Coolant level
The coolant should be between the Max. and Min. marks on the expansion tank.
When filling up, use a mixture of 50
°
lo
anti-freeze and 50
°lo
water.
Brake fluid level
Check without removing the cap that the level is above the Min. mark. If necessary,
fill with brake fluid SAE 70 R 3.
Windscreen washer level
The windscreen washer container should always be well-filled, with water and anti-
freeze during the wintertime.
When filling the tank every other time, the following should also be checked:
Acid level in battery
The level should be up to the lower edge on the slit tubes in the cover.
Pressure in tyres