transmission fluid VOLVO S80 2012 Owner´s Manual

03 Your driving environment
Starting the engine
03
110
WARNING
•Always remove the remote key from the
ignition slot when leaving the vehicle,
especially if there are children in the
vehicle.
•Never open the driver's door while driv-
ing or when the vehicle is being towed.
The steering lock could otherwise be
activated, making 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.
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.

06 During your trip
Driving recommendations
06
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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 347 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 290.
•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

09 Specifications
Specifications09

349 Other fluids and lubricants
FluidSystemVolumeSpecification
Transmission oilAAutomatic (TF-80SC)7.4 US qts (7 liters)Transmission fluid AW-1
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.
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

10 Index
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1, 2, 3 ...
12-volt sockets........................................ 195
A
ABS (anti-lock brake system).................. 117
Accessory installation warning.................. 13
Active chassis system.............................146
Active yaw control................................... 144
Adaptive brake lights............................... 116
Adaptive cruise control.................... 149, 151
Airbags
disconnecting the front passenger’s
side.................................................26, 27
front...................................................... 22
inflatable curtain................................... 32
side impact........................................... 30
Air conditioning........................................ 138
Air distribution.......................................... 134
Air distribution table................................. 140
Air vents................................................... 135
All Wheel Drive......................................... 115
Anti-freeze.......................................260, 312Anti-lock brake system
warning light......................................... 74
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)................. 117
Approach lighting................................54, 95
Audio system
AUX/USB sockets............................... 223
BluetoothŸ devices............................. 226
BluetoothŸ hands-free system........... 229
Bluetooth streaming audio................. 226
general functions................................ 207
getting started.................................... 202
HD digital radio................................... 212
introduction......................................... 200
media player....................................... 219
menus................................................. 252
overview.............................................. 200
radio functions.................................... 210
Rear seat entertainment..................... 241
Sirius satellite radio............................214
sound settings.................................... 208
steering wheel keypad........................ 205
voice control....................................... 237
Auto-dim rearview mirror......................... 102
Automatic locking retractor....................... 37
Automatic transmission
Geartronic................................... 113, 114
general description.....................113, 114oil........................................................ 349
shiftlock override................................ 114
Axle weight.............................................. 287
B
Battery
changing..................................... 324, 325
maintenance....................................... 324
remote key, replacing........................... 57
specifications...................................... 350
warning symbols................................. 323
Black box................................................... 11
Blind Spot Information System
(BLIS)....................................... 189, 190, 191
Bluetooth cell phone connection............. 229
Booster cushions....................................... 45
Brake lights.............................................. 116
Brake system
ABS..................................................... 117
Brake pad inspection.......................... 116
checking fluid level............................. 312
emergency brake assistance.............. 117
fluid..................................................... 349

10 Index
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358
E
ECC.........................................136, 138, 139
Economical driving.................................. 258
Electric parking brake.............................. 119
Electronic Climate Control.......136, 138, 139
air distribution table............................ 140
Interior Air Quality System.................. 139
ventilated seats................................... 136
Emergency locking retractor...................... 37
Emergency starting.................................. 111
Emergency towing...........................273, 274
Emission inspection readiness................ 307
Engine
overheating........................................... 77
specifications...................................... 346
starting................................................ 109
switching off....................................... 111
Engine compartment overview................309
Engine oil
checking............................................. 310
low pressure warning light.............. 75, 76
specifications...................................... 347
volumes.............................................. 348
Environment............................................... 12Eyelets for anchoring loads..................... 267
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 306
Floor mats
cleaning.............................................. 336
placing correctly................................. 109
Fluid specifications.................................. 349
Fog lights
front/rear............................................... 92
Four C (active chassis system)................146
Front airbags.............................................. 22
disconnecting passenger’s side air-
bag.................................................. 26, 27
Front fog lights........................................... 92
Front park assist.............................. 181, 183
Front seats...........................................82, 84
heated................................................. 136
Fuel filler cap........................................... 265
Fuel filler door, opening........................... 264
Fuel level warning light.............................. 75
Fuel requirements............................ 262, 263
Fuel tank volume.....................................349Fuses............................... 326, 327, 330, 333
G
Garage door opener
HomeLink® Wireless Control System. 106
Gasoline requirements............................. 263
Gas tank volume...................................... 349
Gauges...................................................... 73
Geartronic................................................ 114
Geartronic automatic transmission.. 113, 114
Generator warning light............................. 76
Glossary of tire terminology..................... 286
Grocery bag holder.................................. 268
Gross vehicle weight...............................287
H
Hazard warning flashers............................ 93
HD digital radio........................................ 212
Headlights
Active Bending Lights........................... 91
changing bulbs...........................315, 316

10 Index
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363
Traction control........................................ 144
Trailer towing...................................270, 271
trailer hitch.......................................... 271
Transmission
general description.....................113, 114
oil........................................................ 349
shiftlock override................................ 114
Tread wear indicator................................ 280
Trip computer.......................................... 142
Trip odometers.......................................... 78
Trips, long distance................................. 259
Trunk
changing bulbs................................... 319
driving with it open.............................258
Turn signals............................................... 93
changing bulbs................................... 317
indicator lights...................................... 75
U
Uniform Tire Quality Grading...................289
Unlocking the vehicle..........................54, 63
Upholstery care....................................... 335
V
Valet locking.............................................. 59
Vanity mirror............................................ 195
changing bulbs................................... 319
Vehicle Event Data..................................... 11
Vehicle loading................................267, 287
roof loads............................................ 269
Vehicle maintenance................................ 306
performed by the owner.....................307
Vehicle weights........................................ 345
Ventilated seats....................................... 136
Voice control
cell phones......................................... 237
Volvo and the environment........................ 12
Volvo maintenance.................................. 306
Volvo On Call Roadside Assistance........ 354
Volvo programs.......................................354
Volvo Sensus........................................... 124
W
Warning flashers, hazard........................... 93
Warning lights.......................... 73, 74, 75, 76Warning symbol......................................... 77
Warning system, collision................167, 168
Warranties................................................ 306
Washer fluid..................................... 322, 349
Washers
headlight............................................... 97
windshield............................................. 96
Water, driving through............................. 259
Waxing..................................................... 335
Weights.................................................... 345
Wheels.....................................................278
changing............................................. 298
storing................................................. 279
Whiplash Protection System..................... 33
Windows
power.................................................... 99
Windshield
IR coating............................................. 97
rain sensor............................................ 96
washers................................................ 97
wipers/washers..................................... 96
Windshield washer fluid................... 322, 349
Windshield wipers.................................... 321
Wiper blades
replacing windshield wipers............... 321