Volvo S70 Owner's Manual page 194

1999 S70 & V70
Do not use oils with other viscosity ratings. The use of incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life.
Volvo recommends the use of energy-conserving oils. Look for the API label. Synthetic oils complying
with oil quality requirements are recommended for: Driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes
(hot or cold), when towing a trailer overlong distances or for a prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
Changing oil and oil filter
Oil and oil filter changes should be made at 7,500 mile (12,000 km) intervals.
NOTE: SAE 15W-40 is should only be used in extreme operating conditions such as trailer towing in
sustained ambient temperatures over 104° F (40° C). However, SAE 10W-30 synthetic oil would be a
better alternative in such conditions.
SAE 15W-40 should not be used under normal operating conditions.
For winter use, 5W-30 oil, particularly the synthetic type*, is recommended.
American Petroleum Institute (API) labels. These labels certify the oil conforms to the
applicable standards and specifications of the API.
* Synthetic oil is not used when the oil changed at the normal maintenance service intervals.
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