Fuel Requirements - Volvo S40 Owner's Manual

2007 Volvo S40
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 your Volvo retailer only.
Check all lights, including high beams.
Reflective warning triangles are legally required in some states/provinces.
Have a word with your Volvo retailer 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.
1
To prevent injury from contact with hot surfaces, do not inspect your vehicle's transmission fluid yourself. Have
your vehicle's transmission fluid level inspected by a qualified Volvo service technician.
125
06 Starting and driving

Fuel requirements

Octane rating
Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and fuel economy performance using
premium 91 octane fuel.
file:///K|/ownersdocs/2007/2007_S40/07s40_06.htm (6 of 40)12/30/2006 5:44:47 PM
1
.