2001 Volvo S40 & V 40
The following should be checked regularly: *
1 Washer fluid reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (wintertime: windshield washer anti-
freeze). See
2 Coolant level should be between the expansion tank marks. Mixture: 50% anti-freeze and 50% water.
See
3 Power steering - When cold, the level must not be above the MAX mark. Top up if necessary with
ATF fluid. See
.
4 Engine oil level should be between the dipstick marks. The distance between the marks represents
approx. 2 US qts. (1.9 liters). See
5 Oil filler cap
6 Brake fluid - check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the MIN mark. Use brake fluid
DOT 4+. See
.
* Engine oil should be checked each time the car is refuelled.
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