Volvo S40 Operation Manual page 156

2000 Volvo S & V 40
Checking the oil level
The oil level should be checked every time the car is refuelled. This is especially important during
the period up to the first service.
CAUTION: Not checking the oil level regularly can result in serious engine damage if the oil level
becomes too low.
Park the car on a level surface and wait for at least 3 minutes after the engine has been switched off. Be
sure the oil level is maintained between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick. If oil is added, it
should reach the MAX mark on the dipstick. Low oil level can cause internal damage to the engine and
overfilling can result in high oil consumption. The distance between the dipstick marks represents
approx. 2 US qts (1.9 liters). The oil should preferably be checked when cold, before the engine has
been started.
NOTE: The engine must be stopped when checking the oil. Do not fill to the max when the engine is
hot
WARNING!
Oil spilled on a hot exhaust pipe constitutes a fire
risk.
Draining the oil
Drain the oil after driving while the oil is still warm.
WARNING!
The oil may be very hot.
If you change the engine oil and filter yourself, your Volvo retailer can assist you in disposing of the
used oil. Engine oil can be harmful to your skin gloves should be worn when performing this work.
To add or change oil
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