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Volvo VN Service Bulletin

Volvo VN Service Bulletin

Oil and filter change intervals for volvo components
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Volvo Trucks North America
Greensboro, NC USA
This Service Bulletin replaces Service Bulletins 175-60,
"Oil and Filters, Volvo Components", VN, VHD VERSION2,
(6.2007), publication number PV776–20178478 and VT
(6.2007), publication number PV776–20180778.
Oil and Filters, Volvo Components
(Valid from January 2007)
This information is updated as necessary. It provides oil change intervals for Volvo
components. Information regarding engine, transmission, rear axle and steering oil
is also included.
For the list of companies that offer oil types that meet the Volvo Drain Specification, refer
to Service Bulletin 175-62, "Approved Oils, Volvo Components". For more information
about lubrication, refer to Service Information in Group 1.
Note: Failure to follow these recommendations may void any and all applicable engine
and driveline warranties.
Contents
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"Engine, Lubrication" page 2
•
"Rear Axle, Lubrication" page 14
•
"Power Steering, Lubrication" page 16
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"Transmission, Lubrication" page 17
PV776-20127636
D
Service Bulletin
Date
12.2007
Oil and Filter Change Intervals for
Trucks
Group
No.
175
60
1(18)
VOLVO Components
VN, VHD, VT
W1000080
USA28163.ihval
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  • Page 1 Information regarding engine, transmission, rear axle and steering oil is also included. For the list of companies that offer oil types that meet the Volvo Drain Specification, refer to Service Bulletin 175-62, “Approved Oils, Volvo Components”. For more information about lubrication, refer to Service Information in Group 1.

  • Page 2: Engine Lubrication

    CAUTION Volvo branded oil filters are designed to provide the proper level of filtration and protection for Volvo engines. Filters that do not meet the same stringent requirements may cause unsatisfactory results...

  • Page 3: Oil Viscosity

    Note: Engines meeting the emissions requirements of 2004 operate under more severe conditions than previous engines. This has lead Volvo to require an oil that meets both VDS-2 and EO-N Premium Plus quality or both VDS-2 and API CI-4 quality standards for model year 2003 through 2006 Volvo engines.
  • Page 4 4(18) D12D and D16D Oil Change Intervals Note: Volvo strongly recommends to use oils meeting both VDS-2 and EO-N Premium Plus at all times. Note: For information on the Oil Change Intervals for Non-Volvo engines refer to the appropriate vendor literature.
  • Page 5 Volvo Trucks North America Date Group Page Service Bulletin 12.2007 5(18) D16D Engines Note: Use the information in the table below to determine the operating condition and usage applicable to your vehicle. Type of Operation • • Average fuel consumption is over 4.7 Average fuel consumption is under 4.7...
  • Page 6 Note: Engines meeting the emissions requirements of 2007 are designed with exhaust aftertreatment systems requiring a new engine oil quality. This has lead Volvo to require an oil that meets VDS-4 and EO-O Premium Plus quality standards for model year 2007 and later Volvo engines.
  • Page 7 7(18) D11F, D13F and D16F Engines Oil Change Intervals Note: Volvo strongly recommends using oils that meet both VDS-4 and EO-O Premium Plus quality standards at all times. Note: For information about oil change intervals for non-Volvo engines, refer to the appropriate engine manufacturer’s literature.

  • Page 8: Oil Capacity

    Volvo Trucks North America Date Group Page Service Bulletin 12.2007 8(18) Oil Capacity All Engines Approximate oil change capacity in liters (US quarts) Vehicle Engine Normal oil change Maximum to minimum on (including filter) dipstick D12D 33 liters (35 quarts) 8 liters (8.5 quarts)

  • Page 9: Fuel Filters

    Volvo Trucks North America Date Group Page Service Bulletin 12.2007 9(18) Fuel Filters Note: When draining the fuel filters, collect the waste in a fuel-safe container. Always dispose of fuel according to Federal or local regulations. Take the drained fuel and water to a recycle or waste management center.

  • Page 10: Engine Air Filter

    Volvo Trucks North America Date Group Page Service Bulletin 12.2007 10(18) Engine Air Filter CAUTION A manual gauge needs to be inspected regularly. Replace the filter according to the gauge or after a maximum of Continued operation with the gauge showing in the two years, whichever comes first.
  • Page 11 Failure to follow Volvo Truck North America’s cooling system care/maintenance recommendations can render the warranty invalid.

  • Page 12: Drive Belts

    Replace the drive belts every 500 000 km (300,000 miles) or 36 months, whichever comes first, for VN and VT; 240 000 km (150,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first, for VHD. W2006045 W2005874...

  • Page 13: Valve Adjustment

    Exhaust Aftertreatment System Diesel Particulate Filter The vehicle must be taken to an authorized Volvo Truck dealer to replace the diesel particulate filter. Replace the filter every 400 000 km (250,000 miles) or 4500 hours, whichever comes first.

  • Page 14: Rear Axle, Lubrication

    Volvo Trucks North America Date Group Page Service Bulletin 12.2007 14(18) Rear Axle, Lubrication Ensure the vehicle is parked on a level surface when checking the oil level. Fill or add oil to the lower edge of the level hole in the carrier housing. If the hubs were empty, tilt axle for one minute to each side.

  • Page 15: Oil Type

    Volvo Trucks North America Date Group Page Service Bulletin 12.2007 15(18) Oil Viscosity High viscosity single grade oil, SAE 140, should only CAUTION be used in warm climates where no cold weather is encountered. Low viscosity single grade oil, such as SAE Do not use synthetic lubricants in the rear axle.
  • Page 16 Volvo Trucks North America Date Group Page Service Bulletin 12.2007 16(18) Power Steering, Lubrication Power Steering Reservoir The power steering fluid reservoir is filled with Automatic ® Transmission Fluid (ATF) Dexron III for the power steering system. Change fluid every 240,000 km (150,000 miles).

  • Page 17: Check Oil Level

    Keep the transmission oil at the proper level and change it at the Volvo recommended intervals. Always replace the oil filter when the oil is changed. Always use the Volvo approved synthetic oil whenever adding or changing the transmission oil.

  • Page 18: Oil Change Interval

    For on-highway applications, change the transmission oil every 400 000 km (250,000 miles). Always replace the oil filter when the oil is changed. Always use the Volvo approved synthetic oil whenever changing the transmission oil. Oil Change WARNING Hot oil can cause burns.

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