
2001 VOLVO Cross Country
Three-way catalytic converter 98
pg. 78 Fuel requirements
NOTE - ENGINE OIL:
Although some oil consumption occurs 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. See
Fuel requirements
Octane rating
Volvo engines are designed for optimum performance on unleaded premium gasoline with an octane
rating AKI of 91, or above. AKI (ANTI KNOCK INDEX) is an average of the Research Octane
Number, RON, and the Motor Octane Number, MON. (RON + MON/2). The minimum octane
requirement is AKI 87 (RON 91).
Deposit control gasoline (detergent additives)
Volvo recommends the use of gasoline containing deposit control additives. These additives have shown
to be effective in keeping injectors and intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines
will help ensure good driveability and fuel economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains
deposit control additives, check with the service station operator.
CAUTION! Do not use gasolines containing methanol (methyl alcohol, wood alcohol). This practice
can result in vehicle performance deterioration and can damage critical parts in the fuel system. Such
damage may not be covered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Unleaded fuel
Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and Canadian
regulations require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be labelled "UNLEADED". Only these
pumps have nozzles which fit your car's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into a vehicle
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