Fuel System - Volvo V70 Owner's Manual

Fuel system

Diesel engines are very sensitive to contamination. Only use diesel fuel
from well known oil companies. Never use diesel of doubtful quality.
The major oil companies can also offer a special diesel fuel for winter
use. This fuel is much thinner when the temperature is low, which
reduces the risk of waxing in the fuel system.
The risk of condensation building up in the tank is reduced if the tank is
kept well filled.
During filling you should check that the area around the filler pipe is
clean. If you do the refuelling from a tank of your own, you should filter
the fuel.
Avoid spilling onto the paintwork. Wash off any spills with detergent
and water.
Empty tank
No special procedures are required if the tank runs dry. The fuel system
is bled automatically.
RME (Rape Methyl Ester)
·
5% RME may be added to diesel.
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Diesel
Draining condensation water from fuel filter
The fuel filter removes condensation, which could otherwise affect
engine function, from the fuel. The fuel filter should be drained as
specified in the Service and Warranty Manuals, and when you suspect
that the car has been filled with contaminated fuel.