1999 S70 & V70
To meet seasonal air quality restrictions, some states require the use of "oxygenated" fuel in certain
areas.
Volvo allows the use of the following "oxygenated fuels; however, the octane ratings listed on this page
must still be met.
Alcohol — Ethanol
Fuels containing up to 10% ethanol by volume may be used.
Ethanol may also be referred to as Ethyl alcohol, or "Gasohol".
Ethers — MTBE
Fuels containing up to 15% MTBE may be used.
Refueling
The fuel tank is designed to hold approximately:
18.4 US gal. (68 liters) - Front Wheel Drive
17.4 US gal. (66 liters) - All Wheel Drive
with sufficient volume left over to accommodate possible expansion of the fuel in hot weather. Be aware
that the "usable" tank will be somewhat less than the specified maximum. When the fuel level is low,
such factors as ambient temperature, the fuel's "Reid vapor pressure" characteristics, and terrain can
affect the fuel pumps' ability to supply the engine with an adequate supply of fuel. Therefore, it is
advisable to refuel as soon as possible when the needle nears the red zone, or when the fuel warning
light comes on.
Fuel tank cover
The fuel tank cover (on the fight rear fender) is locked and must be popped open using the control on the
driver's door.
Open fuel filler cap slowly during hot eather conditions.
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