Volvo S40 Operation Manual page 165

2000 Volvo S & V 40
For best fuel economy and engine protection, consult with your authorized Volvo retailer for
recommended oils. Oil with a different quality rating may not provide adequate engine protection.
Synthetic oils complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for: driving in areas of
sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances or for prolonged
driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Viscosity (stable ambient temperatures):
Engine oil
Automatic transmission fluid Quality: ATF Dexron III and Mercon Capacity: 8 US qts. (7.6 liters)
Power steering fluid
Brake fluid
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
pg. 121 Engine
Engine
Liquidcooled gasoline, 4-cylinder, inline engine. Aluminum alloy cylinder block with castiron cylinder
liners cast directly into the block. Aluminum alloy cylinder head with double overhead camshafts and
separate intake and outlet channels.
Engine lubrication is provided by an eccentric pump driven from the crankshaft. Fullflow type oil filter.
Exhaust emission control is accomplished by multiport fuel injection, a heated oxygen sensor and a
three-way catalytic converter.
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Quality: Meeting API specification
SG or SH
Quality: ATF oil
Quality: DOT 4+
Capacity (incl. filter): 5.7 US
qts (5.4 liters)
Capacity: 1.05 US qts. (1
liters)
Capacity: 0.42 US qts. (0.4
liters)