Fluids - Volvo S80 Owner's Manual

06 Maintenance and specifications

Fluids

Coolant
Location of the coolant reservoir
Normally, the coolant does not need to be
changed. If the system must be drained, con-
sult your Volvo retailer.
See page 250 for information on cooling sys-
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tem capacities.
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CAUTION
• Do not top off with water only. This re-
duces the rust-protective and antifreeze
qualities of the coolant and has a lower boil-
ing point. It can also cause damage to the
cooling system if it should freeze. Top off
with Volvo Genuine Coolant/Antifreeze only
(a 50/50 mix of water and antifreeze).
• 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 tem-
peratures in the engine which could result in
damage. Different types of antifreeze/cool-
ant may not be mixed. Check coolant regu-
larly.
WARNING
• Never remove the radiator cap while the
engine is warm. Wait until the vehicle cools.
• If it is necessary to top off the coolant
when the engine is warm, unscrew the ex-
pansion tank cap slowly so that the over-
pressure dissipates.