Oils And Fluids; Changing The Oil And Oil Filter - Volvo V50 2004 Manual

Oils and fluids

Dipstick, petrol engines

Changing the oil and oil filter

There are instructions in the Service and
Warranty Manual indicating the replacement
intervals for oil and oil filters. Shorter intervals
are recommended if driving in adverse
conditions. See page 140.
Check the oil level
The engine oil level must be checked and the
oil must be changed regularly. It is important
to check the oil level before the first regular oil
change is due on the new car. The service-
and warranty book specify measurements.
Dipstick, diesel engines
Volvo recommends that the oil level is
checked every 2500 km (1550 miles). The
most accurate measurement is made on a
cold engine before starting. An incorrect
measurement may be taken immediately after
the engine is switched off. The dipstick
indicates that the level is too low because the
oil has not had time to flow down into the oil
sump.
Checking the oil in cold cars:
• Wipe the dipstick clean before the
check.
• Check the oil level using the dipstick.
The oil level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks. If the level is close to
Maintenance and service
The oil level must be within the marked area
on the dipstick.
the MIN mark, top up using 1.0 litre of oil.
Top up until the oil level is nearer the
MAX mark than the MIN mark.
Checking the oil in warm cars:
• Park the car on a level surface and wait
at least 10 to 15 minutes after switching
off the engine so that the oil has time to
run back to the oil sump.
• Wipe the dipstick before checking.
• Check the oil level using the dipstick.
The oil level should be between the MIN
and MAX marks.
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