Volvo XC90 Owner's Manual page 206

09 Maintenance and service
Oils and fluids
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Checking the oil
The oil level must be within the area marked on the
dipstick.
1. Ensure that the car is level. After switching
off the engine it is important to wait
5 minutes to allow the oil time to run back
to the sump.
2. Pull up and wipe the dipstick.
3. Re-insert the dipstick.
4. Pull it out and check the level.
5. If the level is close to MIN then 0.5 litres
should be added. If the level is significantly
below, then an additional amount is
required.
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6. If required, check the level again, do it after
driving a short distance. Then repeat steps
1 - 4.
WARNING
Never fill above the MAX mark. The level
should never be above MAX or below MIN
as this could lead to engine damage.
WARNING
Do not spill oil onto the hot exhaust manifold
due to the risk of fire.
Washer fluid, topping up
Location of washer fluid reservoir.
The windscreen and headlamp washers have
the same reservoir. Add antifreeze in the winter
so that the fluid does not freeze in the pump,
reservoir and hoses. See capacities on page
283.
NOTE
TIP! Clean the wiper blades when topping
up washer fluid. Mix the washer antifreeze
and water before filling the reservoir.
Checking and topping up the coolant
When topping up the coolant, follow the
instructions on the packaging. It is important
that the mixture of coolant concentrate and