1998 Volvo S90
If you change the engine oil and filter
yourself, your Volvo retailer can assist you
in disposing of the used oil. Engine oil can
be harmful to your skin - gloves should
worn when performing this work.
Engine oil
pg. 109
Oil quality
Meeting API specification SG, SG/CD, SH or
Energy Conserving (EC) II
For best fuel economy and engine protection
consult with your authorized Volvo retailer for
recommended oils. Oils with a different quality
rating may not provide adequate engine
protection.
Viscosity (stable ambient
temperatures):
Do not use oils with other viscosity ratings. The
use of incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine
life.
Volvo recommends the use of energy-conserving
oils. Look for the API label. Synthetic oils
complying with oil quality requirements are
recommended for: driving in areas of sustained
temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing
a trailer over long distances or for prolonged
driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless
advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
NOTE: SAE 15W/40 should only be used in
Changing oil and oil filter
Oil and oil filter changes should be made as
specified in the following table:
If driving conditions
include:
Then the correct oil/oil
filter change interval
is:
●
Extended periods of
idling and/or low-
speeds operation
●
Frequent short trips
(less than 7 miles = 11
km)
●
Extended periods of
driving in dusty and/or
sandy areas
●
Trailer towing
●
Driving in
mountainous areas
EVERY 6 MONTHS
OR EVERY
5,000 miles= 8,000 km
WHICHEVER
COMES FIRST
●
Primarily highway
driving
●
Frequent trips of
longer than 7 miles =
11 km
EVERY 12 MONTHS
OR EVERY
10,000 miles = 16,000
km
WHICHEVER
COMES FIRST
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