2005 Volvo S40
Curb weight
FWD: 3170 - 3295 lbs
AWD: 3400 - 3460 lbs
1446 - 1505 kg
1552 - 1579
Max. roof load
All models: 165 lbs
All models: 75 kg
Max. trailer weight (w/o brakes) All models: 1540 lbs
All models: 700 kg
Max. trailer weight (with
brakes)
All models: 2000 lbs
All models: 900 kg
Max. tongue weight
All models: 165 lbs
All models: 75 kg
1. FWD = Front Wheel Drive
2. AWD = All Wheel Drive
CAUTION!
The maximum permissible axle loads and/or the gross vehicle weight must not be
exceeded.
WARNING!
When adding accessories, equipment, luggage and other cargo to your vehicle, the total capacity
weight must not be exceeded.
pg. 186 Fuel, oils, and fluids
Specifications and capacities
pg. 187 Engine oil
Oil specifications
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and
SJ/Energy Conserving. Your Volvo has been certified to standards using ILSAC oil specification GF-2
5W-30. Volvo recommends use of oil with a quality rating equal to or higher than ILSAC GF-2.
Equivalent and better oils include ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF, and SJ/Energy conserving. Lower quality
oils may not offer the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection.
Volvo Cars recommends Castrol.
Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide superior fuel economy and
engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils.
Oil additives must not be used.
NOTE: Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal service intervals. This oil is only
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