2001 VOLVO Cross Country
WARNING!
The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been
switched off.
pg. 129 Engine oil
Engine Oil quality
Meeting minimum ILSAC specification GF-2, including ACEA A1, API SJ, SJ/CF and SJ/Energy
Conserving. Your Volvo V70 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. 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 unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Oil viscosity (stable ambient temperatures) Operation in
temperate climates
Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when temperatures do not exceed 86 °
F, SAE 5W/30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection. See the viscosity chart at right.
Operation in hot climates
When temperatures exceed 86 °F in your area, Volvo recommends, for the protection of your engine,
that you use a heavier weight oil, such as SAE 10W/30. See the viscosity chart at right.
Extreme engine operation
Synthetic oils meeting SAE 10W/30 and 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, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Changing oil and oil filter
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