Oils And Fluids - Volvo V50 Owner's Manual

Maintenance and service

Oils and fluids

Dipstick, petrol engines
Checking and changing the
engine oil and oil filter
The Service and Warranty Booklet specifies
suitable intervals for changing the oil and oil
filter. Shorter intervals are recommended if
driving in adverse conditions. See page 158.
Check the level of engine oil and change the
oil regularly.
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Dipstick, diesel engine
The oil level in a new car must be checked
during the period preceding the first regular
oil change. The Service and Warranty Booklet
specifies the odometer readings for oil
changes. Volvo recommends checking the oil
level every 2500 km. The most accurate
measurements are made on a cold engine
before starting. The measurement will be
inaccurate if taken immediately after the
engine is switched off. The dipstick will
indicate that the level is too low because the
oil has not had time to flow down into the oil
sump.
NOTE! See the recommended oil grade,
viscosity and capacities on page 214.
The oil level must be within the area marked
on the dipstick
Important!
Always use oil of the recommended grade
and correct viscosity.
Never use oil additives. These can
damage the engine. If the system is
topped up with a different oil, contact the
nearest authorised Volvo workshop for
servicing.