transmission oil VOLVO S80 2011 Owner´s Manual

03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
03

109
WARNING
•Always remove the remote key from the
ignition slot when leaving the vehicle,
especially if there are children in the
vehicle.
•Never remove the remote key from the
ignition slot while driving or when the
vehicle is being towed. The steering
lock could otherwise be activated, mak-
ing it impossible to steer the vehicle. On
vehicles with the optional keyless drive,
never remove the remote key from the
vehicle while driving or during towing.
•Always place the gear selector in Park
and apply the parking brake before
leaving the vehicle. Never leave the
vehicle unattended with the engine run-
ning.
•Always open garage doors fully before
starting the engine inside a garage to
ensure adequate ventilation. The
exhaust gases contain carbon monox-
ide, which is invisible and odorless but
very poisonous.
NOTE
•After a cold start, idle speed may be
noticeably higher than normal for a
short period. This is done to help bring
components in the emission control
system to their normal operating tem-
perature as quickly as possible, which
enables them to control emissions and
help reduce the vehicle's impact on the
environment
3.
•Keylock: Your vehicle is equipped with
a keylock system. When the engine is
switched off, the gear selector must be
in the Park position before the key can
be removed
4 from the ignition slot.
CAUTION
•When starting in cold weather, the auto-
matic transmission may shift up at
slightly higher engine speeds than nor-
mal until the automatic transmission
fluid reaches normal operating tem-
perature.
•Do not race a cold engine immediately
after starting. Oil flow may not reach
some lubrication points fast enough to
prevent engine damage.
•The engine should be idling when you
move the gear selector. Never acceler-
ate until after you feel the transmission
engage. Accelerating immediately after
selecting a gear will cause harsh
engagement and premature transmis-
sion wear.
•Selecting P or N when idling at a stand-
still for prolonged periods of time will
help prevent overheating of the auto-
matic transmission fluid.
3If the gear selector is in the D or R positions and the car is not moving, engine speed (rpm) will be lower and it will take longer for the engine to reach normal operating temperature.4Does not apply to vehicles with the optional keyless drive.

05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
05
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General information
Economical driving conserves natural
resources
Better driving economy may be obtained by
thinking ahead, avoiding rapid starts and stops
and adjusting the speed of your vehicle to
immediate traffic conditions.
Observe the following rules:
•Bring the engine to normal operating tem-
perature as soon as possible by driving
with a light foot on the accelerator pedal for
the first few minutes of operation. A cold
engine uses more fuel and is subject to
increased wear.
•Whenever possible, avoid using the vehicle
for driving short distances. This does not
allow the engine to reach normal operating
temperature.
•Drive carefully and avoid rapid acceleration
and hard braking.
•Use the transmission's Drive (D) position
as often as possible and avoid using kick-
down.
•Do not exceed posted speed limits.
•Avoid carrying unnecessary items (extra
load) in the vehicle.
•Maintain correct tire pressure. Check tire
pressure regularly (when tires are cold).
•Remove snow tires when threat of snow or
ice has ended.
•Note that roof racks, ski racks, etc,
increase air resistance and also fuel con-
sumption.
•At highway driving speeds, fuel consump-
tion will be lower with the air conditioning
on and the windows closed than with the
air conditioning off and the windows open.
•Using the onboard trip computer's fuel
consumption modes can help you learn
how to drive more economically.
Other factors that decrease gas mileage
are:
•Dirty air cleaner
•Dirty engine oil and clogged oil filter
•Dragging brakes
•Incorrect front end alignment
Some of the above mentioned items and others
are checked at the standard maintenance
intervals.
WARNING
Driving with the trunk open: Driving with
the trunk open could lead to poisonous
exhaust gases entering the passenger com-
partment. If the trunk must be kept open for
any reason, proceed as follows:
•Close the windows
•Set the ventilation system control to air
flow to floor, windshield and side win-
dows and the blower control to its high-
est setting.
Weight distribution affects handlingAt the specified curb weight your vehicle has a
tendency to understeer, which means that the
steering wheel has to be turned more than
might seem appropriate for the curvature of a
bend. This ensures good stability and reduces
the risk of rear wheel skid. Remember that
these properties can alter with the vehicle load.
The heavier the load in the trunk, the less the
tendency to understeer.
Handling, roadholdingVehicle load, tire design and inflation pressure
all affect vehicle handling. Therefore, check
that the tires are inflated to the recommended
pressure according to the vehicle load. See the
"Tire pressure" section. Loads should be dis-
tributed so that capacity weight or maximum
permissible axle loads are not exceeded.

05 During your trip
Driving recommendations
05
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Before a long distance tripIt is always worthwhile to have your vehicle
checked by a trained and qualified Volvo serv-
ice technician before driving long distances.
Your retailer will also be able to supply you with
bulbs, fuses, spark plugs and wiper blades for
your use in the event that problems occur.
As a minimum, the following items should be
checked before any long trip:
•Check that engine runs smoothly and that
fuel consumption is normal.
•Check for fuel, oil, and fluid leakage
•Have the transmission oil level checked.
•Check condition of drive belts.
•Check state of the battery's charge.
•Examine tires carefully (the spare tire as
well), and replace those that are worn.
Check tire pressures.
•The brakes, front wheel alignment, and
steering gear should be checked by a
trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian only.
•Check all lights, including high beams.
•Reflective warning triangles are legally
required in some states/provinces.
•Have a word with a trained and qualified
Volvo service technician if you intend to
drive in countries where it may be difficult
to obtain the correct fuel.
•Consider your destination. If you will be
driving through an area where snow or ice
are likely to occur, consider snow tires.
Cold weather precautionsIf you wish to check your vehicle before the
approach of cold weather, the following advice
is worth noting:
•Make sure that the engine coolant contains
50 percent antifreeze. Any other mixture
will reduce freeze protection. This gives
protection against freezing down to
–31 °F (–35 °C). The use of "recycled" anti-
freeze is not approved by Volvo. Different
types of antifreeze must not be mixed.
•Volvo recommends using only genuine
Volvo antifreeze in your vehicle's radiator.
•Try to keep the fuel tank well filled – this
helps prevent the formation of condensa-
tion in the tank. In addition, in extremely
cold weather conditions it is worthwhile to
add fuel line de-icer before refueling.
•The viscosity of the engine oil is important.
Oil with low viscosity (thinner oil) improves
cold-weather starting as well as decreas-
ing fuel consumption while the engine is
warming up. For winter use, 5W-30 oil, par-
ticularly the synthetic type, is recom-
mended. Be sure to use good quality oil but
do not use cold-weather oil for hard driving
or in warm weather, see page 295 for more
information on engine oil.
NOTE
Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is
changed at the normal maintenance inter-
vals except at owner request and at addi-
tional charge.
•The load placed on the battery is greater
during the winter since the windshield wip-
ers, lighting, etc. are used more often.
Moreover, the capacity of the battery
decreases as the temperature drops. In
very cold weather, a poorly charged bat-
tery can freeze and be damaged. It is there-
fore advisable to check the state of charge
more frequently and spray an anti-rust oil
on the battery posts.
•Volvo recommends the use of snow tires
on all four wheels for winter driving, see
page 235.
•To prevent the washer fluid reservoir from
freezing, add washer solvents containing
antifreeze. This is important since dirt is
often splashed on the windshield during
winter driving, requiring the frequent use of
the washers and wipers. Volvo Washer
Solvent should be diluted as follows: Down
to 14 °F (–10 °C): 1 part washer solvent and
4 parts water Down to 5 °F (–15 °C): 1 part
washer solvent and 3 parts water Down to
0 °F (–18 °C): 1 part washer solvent and

05 During your trip
Towing a trailer
05
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Introduction
Volvo recommends the use of Volvo trailer
hitches that are specially designed for the vehi-
cle.
NOTE
See page 291 for the maximum trailer and
tongue weights recommended by Volvo.
•Observe the legal requirements of the
state/province in which the vehicles are
•All Volvo models are equipped with
energy-absorbing shock-mounted bump-
ers. Trailer hitch installation should not
interfere with the proper operation of this
bumper system.
Trailer towing does not normally present any
particular problems, but take into considera-
tion:
•Increase tire pressure to recommended full
pressure. See the tire inflation tables
beginning on page 227.
•When your vehicle is new, avoid towing
heavy trailers during the first 620 miles
(1,000 km).
•Maximum speed when towing a trailer:
50 mph (80 km/h).
•Engine and transmission are subject to
increased loads. Therefore, engine coolant
temperature should be closely watchedwhen driving in hot climates or hilly terrain.
Use a lower gear and turn off the air con-
ditioner if the temperature gauge needle
enters the red range.
•If the automatic transmission begins to
overheat, a message will be displayed in
the text window.
•Avoid overload and other abusive opera-
tion.
•Hauling a trailer affects handling, durabil-
ity, and economy.
•It is necessary to balance trailer brakes
with the towing vehicle brakes to provide a
safe stop (check and observe state/local
regulations).
•Do not connect the trailer's brake system
directly to the vehicle's brake system.
•More frequent vehicle maintenance is
required.
•Remove the ball and drawbar assembly
when the hitch is not being used.
•Volvo recommends the use of synthetic
engine oil when towing a trailer over long
distances or in mountainous areas.
WARNING
•Bumper-attached trailer hitches must
not be used on Volvos, nor should
safety chains be attached to the
bumper.
•Trailer hitches attaching to the vehicle
rear axle must not be used.
•Never connect a trailer's hydraulic
brake system directly to the vehicle
brake system, nor a trailer's lighting
system directly to the vehicle lighting
system. Consult your nearest author-
ized Volvo retailer for correct installa-
tion.
•When towing a trailer, the trailer's safety
wire must be correctly fastened to the
hole or hook provided in the trailer hitch
on the vehicle. The safety wire should
never be fastened to or wound around
the drawbar ball.

07 Maintenance and specifications
Fuses
07
274* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Engine compartment, upper
Engine compartment, front
Engine compartment, lower
PositionsThese fuses are all located in the engine com-
partment box. Fuses in
are located under
.
NOTE
•Fuses 16 – 33 and 35 – 41 may be
changed at any time when necessary.
•Fuses 1 – 15, 34 and 42 – 44 are relays/
circuit breakers and should only be
removed or replaced by a trained and
qualified Volvo service technician.
•There is a special fuse removal tool on
the underside of the cover.
FunctionA
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker50
Circuit breaker60
Circuit breaker60
FunctionA
Circuit breaker60
–
–
Headlight washers*20
Windshield wipers30
–
Climate system blower40
–
ABS pump40
ABS valves20
–
Active Bending Lights-head-
light leveling*10
Central electrical module20
ABS 15 feed5
Speed-dependent steering
force*5
FunctionA
Engine Control Module (ECM),
transmission, SRS10
Heated washer nozzles*10
Vacuum pump I5T5
Lighting panel5
-
-
-
Relay - engine compartment
box5
Auxiliary lights*20
Horn15
Engine Control Module (ECM)10
Control module - automatic
transmission15
A/C compressor15
Relay-coils5

08 Specifications
Specifications
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Oil volume
Engine modelOil volume between MIN and
MAXVolume (incl. filter)
3.2 (6-cyl.)B6324S/S21.27 US qts (1.2 liters)7.18 US qts (6.8 liters)
3.0T (6 cyl.)B6304T21.27 US qts (1.2 liters)7.18 US qts (6.8 liters)
Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)5.8 US qts (5.5 liters)Transmission fluid BOT 341
Coolant3.2 (6-cyl.)9.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)Coolant with corrosion inhibitor
mixed with water (50/50 mix), see
packaging.
3.0T9.4 US qts. (8.9 liters)
Air conditioningAll models1.7 lbs (770 g)Refrigerant: R134a (HFC134a),
PAG oil
Brake fluid0.63 US qts (0.6 liters)DOT 4+
Power steering1.26 US qts (1.2 liters)Power steering fluid WSS
M2C204-A2 or equivalent product.

08 Specifications
Specifications
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FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Washer fluid6.8 US qts (6.5 liters)
4.7 US qts (4.5 liters
B)
Use a washer antifreeze recom-
mended by Volvo, mixed with
water.
Fuel tank volume3.0T/3.2 6 cyl.18.5 US gallons (70 liters)
AUnder normal driving conditions the transmission oil does not need changing during its service life. However, it may be necessary under adverse driving conditions.BModels without headlight washers
Electrical system
General information12 volt system with a voltage-regulated alter-
nator. Single pole system in which the chassis
and engine block are used as conductors. The
negative terminal is connected to the chassis.
Performance, battery
Engine3.2 6-cyl./3.0T
Voltage (V)12
Cold start capacity (A)520 – 700
Reserve capacity (min)100 – 135
WARNING
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING!
Battery posts, terminals, and related acces-
sories contain lead and lead compounds,
chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer and reproductive harm.
Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION
If the battery is replaced, replace it with a
battery of the same cold start capacity and
reserve capacity as the original (see the
decal on the battery).

09 Index
09
302
1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 198
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 116
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................158
Active yaw control................................... 156
Adaptive brake lights............................... 115
Adaptive cruise control.................... 161, 163
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 130
Air distribution.......................................... 127
Air distribution table................................. 132
Air vents................................................... 128
All Wheel Drive......................................... 114
Anti-freeze.......................................206, 258Anti-lock brake system............................ 115
warning light......................................... 72
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 116
Approach lighting................................54, 93
Audio system
audio functions................................... 135
CD player/changer.............................. 145
HD digital radio................................... 139
overview.............................................. 134
radio functions.................................... 136
Sirius satellite radio............................142
sound settings.................................... 135
steering wheel keypad........................ 134
USB/iPodŸ connector........................ 137
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 101
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 112, 113
general description.....................112, 113
oil........................................................ 296
shiftlock override................................ 113
Axle weight.............................................. 232
B
Battery
changing............................................. 270
maintenance...............................269, 270
remote key, replacing........................... 57
specifications...................................... 297
warning symbols................................. 269
Black box................................................... 11
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 192, 193, 194
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 148
Booster cushions....................................... 44
Brake lights.............................................. 115
Brake system
checking fluid level............................. 258
emergency brake assistance.............. 116
fluid..................................................... 296
general information............................. 115
warning light......................................... 74
Bulbs
headlights...........................260, 261, 262
introduction......................................... 260
license plate lights.............................. 264
side marker lights...............................263

09 Index
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304
Electronic Climate Control.......128, 130, 131
air distribution table............................ 132
Interior Air Quality System.................. 131
ventilated seats................................... 129
Emergency locking retractor...................... 37
Emergency starting.................................. 110
Emergency towing...........................218, 219
Emission inspection readiness................ 253
Engine
overheating........................................... 75
specifications...................................... 293
starting................................................ 108
switching off....................................... 110
Engine compartment overview................255
Engine oil
checking............................................. 256
low pressure warning light.............. 73, 74
specifications...................................... 295
volumes.............................................. 296
Environment............................................... 12
Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 213F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 252
Fluid specifications.................................. 296
Fog lights
front/rear............................................... 91
Four C (active chassis system)................158
Front airbags.............................................. 22
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 26, 27
Front fog lights........................................... 91
Front park assist.............................. 184, 186
Front seats..................................... 80, 82, 86
heated................................................. 129
lumbar support (S80 Executive only).... 86
massage function (S80 Executive only) 86
moving passenger's seat (S80 Execu-
tive only)................................................ 87
Fuel filler cap........................................... 211
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 210
Fuel level warning light.............................. 73
Fuel requirements............................ 208, 209
Fuel tank volume.....................................296
Fuses............................... 272, 273, 276, 280
G
Gasoline requirements............................. 209
Gas tank volume...................................... 296
Gauges...................................................... 71
Geartronic................................................ 113
Geartronic automatic transmission.. 112, 113
Generator warning light............................. 74
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 231
Grocery bag holder.................................. 214
Gross vehicle weight...............................232
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 91
HD digital radio........................................ 139
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 90
changing bulbs...........................261, 262
high/low beams.................................... 89
high beam flash.................................... 89
Headlight washers..................................... 96
Head restraints, rear seat.......................... 83
Heated front seats................................... 129

09 Index
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308
Stability system...............................156, 157
indicator light........................................ 73
Starting the engine..................................108
with keyless drive...............................108
Starting the vehicle
after a crash (crash mode)....................35
Start inhibitor (immobilizer)........................ 53
Steering wheel
adjusting............................................... 88
horn....................................................... 88
keypad.................................. 88, 122, 134
Stone chips, touching up......................... 284
Storage spaces........................................ 196
Studded tires........................................... 235
Sunroof (moonroof).................................. 103
Sun shade.................................................. 99
Supplemental restraint system.................. 21
warning light......................................... 74
Symbols, overview................................... 298
T
Temporary spare tire............................... 236
Three-way catalytic converter................. 211Tire designations.....................................229
Tire Pressure Monitoring System....246, 247
indicator light........................................ 73
Tires.........................................................222
age...................................................... 222
changing from summer to winter........ 223
glossary of terms................................ 231
improving economy............................ 222
inflation pressure................................ 225
inflation pressure tables.............227, 228
load ratings......................................... 226
rotation............................................... 223
snow...................................................235
spare................................................... 236
specifications...................................... 226
speed ratings...................................... 226
storing................................................. 223
studded............................................... 235
tire pressure monitoring system......... 246
tread wear indicator............................ 224
uniform tire quality grading................. 234
Top tether anchors (child restraint sys-
tems).......................................................... 46
Touching up paint.................................... 284
Towing a trailer................................216, 217
trailer hitch.......................................... 217
Towing the vehicle........................... 218, 219Traction control........................................ 156
Trailer towing...................................216, 217
trailer hitch.......................................... 217
Transmission
general description.....................112, 113
oil........................................................ 296
shiftlock override................................ 113
Tread wear indicator................................ 224
Trip computer.......................................... 154
Trip odometers.......................................... 76
Trips, long distance................................. 205
Trunk
changing bulbs................................... 265
driving with it open.............................204
Turn signals............................................... 92
changing bulbs................................... 263
indicator lights...................................... 73
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................234
Unlocking the vehicle..........................54, 63
Upholstery care....................................... 283