engine oil VOLVO XC90 2010 Owner´s Manual

09 Maintenance and servicing
Engine oil 09
210
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CAUTION
Not checking the oil level regularly can result
in serious engine damage if the oil level
becomes too low.
•Never fill oil above the MAX mark. This
could cause an increase in oil consump-
tion.
•Not checking the oil level regularly can
result in serious engine damage if the oil
level becomes too low.
•Always add oil of the same type and
viscosity as already used.
WARNING
Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into
contact with hot exhaust pipe surfaces.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fluids09

211 Washer fluid reservoir
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Washer fluid reservoir
The washer fluid reservoir is located in the
engine compartment and holds approx.
6.8 US qts (6.5 liters).
When there is less than approximately 1 US qt
(1 liter) remaining in the reservoir, the washer
fluid spray will be directed to the windshield
only.
During cold weather, the reservoir should be
filled with windshield washer solvent contain-
ing antifreeze.
Changing coolant
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Coolant reservoir
Normally, the coolant does not need to be
changed. If the system must be drained, con-
sult a trained and qualified Volvo service tech-
nician.
CAUTION
•If necessary, top up the cooling system
with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze
only (a 50/50 mix of water and anti-
freeze).
•Different types of antifreeze/coolant
may not be mixed.
•If the cooling system is drained, it
should be flushed with clean water or
premixed anti-freeze before it is refilled
with the correct mixture of water/anti-
freeze.
•The cooling system must always be
kept filled to the correct level, and the
level must be between the MIN and
MAX marks. If it is not kept filled, there
can be high local temperatures in the
engine which could result in damage.
Check coolant regularly!
•Do not top up with water only. This
reduces the rust-protective and anti-
freeze qualities of the coolant and has a
lower boiling point. It can also cause
damage to the cooling system if it
should freeze.
•Do not use chlorinated tap water in the
vehicles cooling system.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fluids 09
212
WARNING
•Never remove the radiator cap while the
engine is warm. Wait until the vehicle
cools.
•If it is necessary to top up the coolant
when the engine is warm, unscrew the
expansion tank cap slowly so that the
overpressure dissipates.
Brake fluid reservoir
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The brake fluid should always be above the
MIN mark on the side of the reservoir. Check,
without removing the cap, that there is suffi-
cient fluid in the reservoir.Fluid type: DOT 4+ boiling point >536 °F
(280 °C), P/N 9437433.
Replace: Every second year or 30,000 miles
(48,000 km). The fluid should be replaced once
a year or every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) when
driving under extremely hard conditions
(mountain driving, etc.).
Always entrust brake fluid changing to a
trained and qualified Volvo service technician.
WARNING
•If the fluid level is below the MIN mark
in the reservoir or if a brake-related
message is shown in the information
display: DO NOT DRIVE. Have the car
towed to a trained and qualified Volvo
service technician and have the brake
system inspected.
•Dot 4+ should never be mixed with any
other type of brake fluid.
Power steering fluid reservoir
FULL
ADD
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The fluid level should always be between the
ADD and FULL marks.
Fluid type: Volvo synthetic power steering fluid
(Pentosin CHF 11S) P/N 1161529 or equiva-
lent.
Replace: No fluid change required.
If a problem should occur in the power steering
system or if the vehicle has no electrical current
and must be towed, it is still possible to steer
the vehicle. However, keep in mind that greater
effort will be required to turn the steering
wheel.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Replacing bulbs09

* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.217
When replacing bulbs, keep the following
points in mind:
•Never touch the glass of bulbs with your
fingers. Grease and oils from your fingers
vaporize in the heat and will leave a deposit
on the reflector, which will damage it.
•The optional Active Bending Light bulbs
contain trace amounts of mercury. These
bulbs should always be disposed of by an
authorized Volvo retailer.
The following bulbs should only be replaced by
a trained and qualified Volvo service techni-
cian:
•Active Bending Lights
•Courtesy (dome) lighting
•Reading lights
•Glove compartment lights
•Turn signals and courtesy lights in the side
door mirrors
•High-mounted brake lights
Replacing high/low beams/turn signal/
parking light bulbs
WARNING
•The engine should not be running when
changing bulbs.
•When changing in the headlight hous-
ing, if the engine has been running just
prior to replacing bulbs, please be
aware that components in the engine
compartment will be hot.
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The entire lamp housing must be lifted out
when replacing these bulbs.To lift out the lamp housing:
1. Switch off the ignition.
2. Open the hood.
3. Pull up the retaining pins (see the illustra-
tion).
4. Lift out the lamp housing.
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WARNING
Active Bending Lights* - due to the high
voltage used by these headlights, these
bulbs should only be replaced by a trained
and qualified Volvo service technician.

09 Maintenance and servicing
Fuses 09
226* Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.
Fuses in the engine compartment
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When replacing fuses, be sure to replace a
blown fuse with a new one of the same color
and amperage (written on the fuse).
NoA
1ABS30
2ABS30
3Headlight washers35
4–20
5Auxiliary lights*35
NoA
6Starter motor relay25
7Windshield wipers15
8Fuel pump15
9Transmission control module
(V8 and 6-cyl.)15
10Ignition coils, engine control
module20
11Throttle pedal sensor, A/C
compressor, e-box fan10
NoA
12Engine control module, fuel
injectors, mass airflow sensor15
13Throttle control (V8), Intake
manifold actuator (6-cyl.)10
14Heated oxygen sensor20
15Crankcase ventilation, sole-
noid valves, A/C connection,
leakage diagnostics, engine
control module (V8, 6-cyl.),
mass airflow sensor (V8)15

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Label information.................................................................................. 264
Dimensions .......................................................................................... 266
Weights ................................................................................................ 268
Fluids..................................................................................................... 270
Suspension........................................................................................... 272
Engine oil............................................................................................... 273
Engine specifications............................................................................ 274
Electrical system................................................................................... 275
Three-way catalytic converter............................................................... 277
Volvo programs..................................................................................... 278

11 Specifications
Engine oil
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273 Oil specifications
Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC
specification GF-4, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1.Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel
economy, engine performance, or engine pro-
tection.Volvo recommends Castrol.
Engine designationVolume between MIN-MAX on dipstickVolumeA
3.2 6-cyl. B6324S1.27 US qts (1.2 liters)7.82 US qts (7.4 liters)
V8 AWD B8444S1.3 US qts (1.2 liters)7.1 US qts. (6.7 liters)
AIncluding filter replacement.

12 Index
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Child restraint anchors......................... 43, 45
Child restraints
recalls and registration......................... 46
Child safety................................................ 33
Child safety locks....................................126
Climate system.......................................... 90
refrigerant............................................. 90
Clock reset button..................................... 54
Coat hanger............................................. 112
Cold weather precautions........................ 158
Compact disc care
CD care............................................... 257
Convertible seats....................................... 39
Coolant.................................................... 211
changing............................................. 206
Courtesy light........................................... 107
Cup holder
rear seat.............................................. 111
Curb weight............................................. 176
Current fuel consumption.......................... 71D
Defroster
rear window and door mirrors.............. 70
rear window and mirrors....................... 96
windshield............................................. 95
Detachable trailer hitch............................ 156
Dimensions.............................................. 266
Disabling the passenger's side front air-
bag............................................................. 25
Display, instrument panel.......................... 54
Dolby Pro Logic II (DPL II)........................ 241
Door mirrors............................................... 81
defroster............................................... 70
Door mirrors, folding.................................. 60
Driving conditions, difficult......................139
Driving economically................................ 138
Driving through water..............................139
E
Economical driving.................................. 138
Electrically operated moonroof.................. 83
Electrical system...................................... 275Emission inspection readiness................ 203
Engine
specifications...................................... 274
starting................................................ 135
Engine oil................................................. 208
specifications...................................... 273
F
Federal Clean Air Act............................... 202
Flat tires
changing............................................. 180
repairing with tire sealing system....... 184
Fog light..................................................... 56
Fog lights
front*..................................................... 64
Folding door mirrors.................................. 60
Front airbags.................................. 21, 22, 25
Front seat
folding backrest.................................. 100
manually adjusted............................... 100
Front seats
power.................................................. 100
ventilated.............................................. 93
XC90 Executive.................................. 102