Volvo recommends the use of energy-conserving oils. Look for the API label. Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for: Driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold),

when towing a trailer overlong distances or for a prolonged driving in mountainous areas.

Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.

NOTE: SAE 15W-40 is should only be used in extreme operating conditions such as trailer towing in sustained ambient temperatures over 104° F (40° C). However, SAE 10W-30 synthetic oil would be a better alternative

in such conditions.

SAE 15W-40 should not be used under normal operating conditions.

Changing oil and oil filter

Oil and oil filter changes should be made as specified in the following table:

* Turbo-charged models

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If driving conditions include:

• Extended periods of idling and/or low-speed operation

• Frequent short trips less than 7 miles 11 km

• Extended periods of driving in dusty and/or sandy areas

• Trailer towing

• Driving in mountainous areas

• Primarily highway driving

• Frequent trips of longer than 7 miles = 11 km

Then the correct oil/oil filter change interval is:

EVERY

5,000 miles= 8,000 km

OR EVERY 6 MONTHS,