Oil Quality; Oil Change Intervals - Volvo D13 Manual

Section 01: ENGINE

1.3.2 Oil Quality

Volvo North America recognizes engine oils that meet or exceed the standards given by American
Petroleum Institute (API) for the oil classifications listed in this manual. Only oils licensed to carry the API
symbol should be used. Lubricants meeting API standards have provided maximum engine life when
used together with the recommended oil and oil filter change intervals.
VDS-4 diesel engine oil is mandatory for use in all 2010 emission compliant Volvo engines. These
engines, which can be identified by the presence of an exhaust aftertreatment system using Selective
Catalytic Reduction (SCR), also require the use of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel. VDS-4 oils
exceed the new API service category CJ-4.
CAUTION
DO NOT add extra oil additives. Additives such as break-in oils, top oils, graphitizers, and friction-
reducing liquids are not necessary and can harm the engine.

1.3.3 Oil Change Intervals

The length of time an engine can operate before an oil change depends on the quality oil used, the type
of fuel used, fuel consumption, engine oil consumption, vehicle application, level of dust in the air, and
fuel consumption. The change intervals given in this manual are maximum intervals. If the vehicle is
operating in heavy-duty operation, dusty or off-road conditions, etc., reduce the intervals for more
frequent oil changes.
NOTE
Use the information in the table below to determine the operating condition and usage applicable to your
vehicle.
Engine Operating Condition
Total Fuel Consumption (mpg)
Total Fuel Consumption (L/100 KM)
Engine Oil and Filter Change
Interval, miles (km) – 41 U.S. quarts (39L)
Oil capacity
NOTE: If idle time is greater than 25%, use the next lower drain interval.
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Medium
More than 6 More than 4.7
Less than 39 Less than 50
35,000 (55 000) 25,000 (40 000)
8
Heavy Severe
More than 3.7
Less than 64
15,000 (24 000)