1996 Volvo 850
NOTE - ENGINE OIL:
Although some oil consumption during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine
is new as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearing-in to each other. From the time the
engine is new until the first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For
this reason, it is especially important to check the oil every time you refuel your car during this period.
In general, the rate of oil consumption depends on such factors as: engine temperature, length of trip,
driving conditions, oil viscosity and quality, engine speed and acceleration/deceleration.
Checking your engine oil level each time the car is refuelled is one of the most important items you can
perform to help keep your car in good running order.
Manual transmission
The following speeds should not be exceeded during the break-in period:
Up to 600 miles
(1000 km)
600 - 1,200 miles
(1000 - 2000 km)
1st gear
20 mph (30 km/h)
25 mph (40 km/h)
2nd gear
30 mph (50 km/h)
40 mph (70 km/h)
3rd gear
45 mph (80 km/h)
65 mph (100 km/
h)
4th gear
70 mph (110 km/
h)
80 mph (130 km/
h)
5th gear/
overdrive
80 mph (130 km/
h)
95 mph (150 km/
h)
Posted speed limits should not be exceeded.
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