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higher grade; see Engine oil - adverse driving

In order to fulfil the requirements for the

engine's service intervals all engines are

filled with a specially adapted synthetic

engine oil at the factory. The choice of oil

has been made very carefully with regard

to service life, starting characteristics, fuel

consumption and environmental impact.
An approved engine oil must be used in

order that the recommended service inter-

vals can be applied. Only use a prescribed

grade of oil for both filling and oil change,

otherwise you will risk affecting service life,

starting characteristics, fuel consumption

and environmental impact.
Volvo Car Corporation disclaims all war-

ranty liability if engine oil of the prescribed

grade and viscosity is not used.
Volvo recommends that oil changes are

carried out at an authorised Volvo work-

shop.

Volvo uses different systems for warning of

low/high oil level or low oil pressure. Certain

engine variants have an oil pressure sensor,

and then the combined instrument panel's

warning symbol for low oil pressure is used.

Other variants have an oil level sensor, when

the driver is informed via the instrument's
warning symbol

and display texts. Cer-

tain variants have both systems. Contact a

Volvo dealer for more information.
Change the engine oil and oil filter in accord-

ance with the intervals specified in the Serv-

ice and Warranty Booklet.
Using oil of a higher than specified grade is

permitted. If the car is driven in adverse con-

ditions, Volvo recommends using an oil of a

conditions (p. 416).
For filling capacities, see Engine oil - grade

and volume (p. 417).

Related information

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Engine oil - checking and filling (p. 363)

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Engine oil - checking and filling

The oil level is detected on certain engine

variants with the electronic oil level sensor, on

other engine variants it is checked with the oil

dipstick.

Engine with oil dipstick

G021734

Dipstick and filler pipe.

Checking the oil level in a new car is espe-

cially important before the first scheduled oil

change.
Volvo recommends checking the oil level

every 2 500 km. The most accurate measure-

ments are made on a cold engine before star-

ting. 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.

G021737

The oil level must be between the MIN and MAX

marks.

Measurement and filling if required

1. Ensure that the car is level. After switch-

ing off the engine it is important to wait

5 minutes to allow the oil time to run back

to the sump.

2. Pull up and wipe the dipstick.
3. Re-insert the dipstick.
4. Pull it out and check the level.
5. If the level is close to MIN then 0.5 litres

should be added. If the level is signifi-

cantly below, then an additional amount

is required.

6. If required, check the level again, do it

after driving a short distance. Then repeat

steps 1 - 4.

WARNING

Never fill above the MAX mark. The level

should never be above MAX or below MIN

as this could lead to engine damage.

WARNING

Do not spill oil onto the hot exhaust mani-

fold due to the risk of fire.

Engine with electronic oil level sensor,
4-cyl.

Filler pipe

Does not apply to 4-cyl. engine or 5-cyl. diesel engine, which have electronic oil level sensor.

Engines with electronic oil level sensor do not have a dipstick.

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In some cases, oil may need to be topped up

between service intervals.
No action needs to be taken on engine oil

level until a message is shown in the com-

bined instrument panel's display, see the fol-

lowing illustration.

Message and graphic in the display. The left-

hand display is shown in the digital combined

instrument panel and the right-hand in the ana-

logue.

Message

Engine oil level

The oil level is checked using the electronic

oil level gauge with the thumbwheel when the

engine is switched off, see Menu navigation -

combined instrument panel (p. 113).

WARNING

If the message

Oil service required

shown, visit a workshop - an authorised

Volvo workshop is recommended. The oil

level may be too high.

If notified of low oil level, only fill with the

volume specified, for example, 0.5 litres.

- functions at different levels (p. 81).

The system cannot directly detect changes

when the oil is filled or drained. The car

must have been driven approx. 30 km and

have been stationary for 5 minutes with the

engine switched off and on level ground

before the oil level indication is correct.

WARNING

Do not spill oil onto the hot exhaust mani-

fold due to the risk of fire.

Measuring the oil level, 4-cyl.

If the oil level needs to be checked then it

should be carried out in accordance with the

following sequence.
1. Activate key position II; see Key positions

2. Rotate the thumbwheel on the left-hand

stalk switch to position

Oil level

> You will then see information displayed

about the engine oil level.
For more information on menu naviga-

tion, see Menu navigation - combined

instrument panel (p. 113).

engine is switched off, see Menu navigation -

If the right conditions for measuring the oil

level are not met (time after engine shut-

down, the car's inclination, outside tem-

perature, etc.) then the message

Not

available

will be shown. This does not

mean that there is something wrong in the

car's systems.

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Engine with electronic oil level sensor,
5-cyl. diesel

Filler pipe

No action needs to be taken on engine oil

level until a message is shown in the com-

bined instrument panel's display, see the fol-

lowing illustration.

Message and graphic in the display. The left-

hand display is shown in the digital combined

instrument panel and the right-hand in the ana-

logue.

Message

Engine oil level

The oil level is checked using the electronic

oil level gauge with the thumbwheel when the

combined instrument panel (p. 113).

WARNING

If the message

Oil service required

shown, visit a workshop - an authorised

Volvo workshop is recommended. The oil

level may be too high.

In the event of the message

Oil level low

Refill 0.5 litre

, only fill with 0.5 litres.

- functions at different levels (p. 81).

The oil level is only detected by the system

during driving. The system cannot directly

detect changes when the oil is filled or

drained. The car must be driven

about 30 km before the oil level display is

correct.

WARNING

Do not fill more oil if filling level (3) or (4)

appears as shown in the illustration below.

The level must never be above MAX or

below MIN, as this could lead to engine

damage.

WARNING

Do not spill oil onto the hot exhaust mani-

fold due to the risk of fire.

Engines with electronic oil level sensor do not have a dipstick.

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Measuring the oil level, 5-cyl. diesel

If the oil level needs to be checked then it

should be carried out in accordance with the

following sequence.
1. Activate key position II; see Key positions

2. Rotate the thumbwheel on the left-hand

stalk switch to position

Oil level

> You will then see information displayed

about the engine oil level.
For more information on menu naviga-

tion, see Menu navigation - combined

instrument panel (p. 113).

The figures 1-4 represent filling level. Do not fill

more oil if filling level (3) or (4) is shown. Recom-

mended filling level is 4. Message and graphic in

the display. The left-hand display is shown in the

digital combined instrument panel and the right-

hand in the analogue.

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Engine oil - general (p. 362)

Coolant - level

The coolant cools the internal combustion

engine to the correct operating temperature.

The heat that is transferred from the engine to

the coolant can be used to heat the passen-

ger compartment.
The coolant level must lie between the MIN

and MAX marks on the expansion tank.

Checking the level and topping up

When topping up the coolant, follow the

instructions on the packaging. Never top up

with water only. The risk of freezing increases

with both too little and too much coolant con-

centrate.

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WARNING

Coolant can be very hot. If the coolant

requires topping up when the engine is at

operating temperature, unscrew the

expansion tank cap slowly to gently

release the overpressure.

For capacities and for standards regarding

water quality; see Coolant - grade and vol-

ume (p. 419).

Check the coolant regularly
The level must be between the MIN and MAX

marks on the expansion tank. If the system is

not filled sufficiently, high temperatures could

occur, causing a risk of damage to the

engine.

grade, see Brake fluid - grade and volume

•

A high content of chlorine, chlorides

and other salts may cause corrosion in

the cooling system.

•

Always use coolant with anti-corrosion

agent as recommended by Volvo.

•

Ensure that the coolant mixture is 50%

water and 50% coolant.

•

Mix the coolant with approved quality

tap water. In the event of any doubt

about water quality, used ready-mixed

coolant in accordance with Volvo rec-

ommendations.

•

When changing coolant/replacing

cooling system components, flush the

cooling system clean with approved

quality tap water or flush with ready-

mixed coolant.

•

The engine must only be run with a

well-filled cooling system. Otherwise,

temperatures that are too high may

occur resulting in the risk of damage

(cracks) in the cylinder head.

Brake and clutch fluid - level

Brake and clutch fluid level should be

between the reservoir MIN and MAX marks.

Checking the level
Brake and clutch fluid have a common reser-

voir. The level must be between the MIN and

MAX marks that are visible inside the reser-

voir. Check the level regularly.
Change the brake fluid every other year or at

every other regular service.
The fluid should be changed annually on cars

driven in conditions requiring hard, frequent

braking, such as driving in mountains or tropi-

cal climates with high humidity.
For capacities and recommended brake fluid

(p. 422).

WARNING

If the brake fluid is under the MIN level in

the brake fluid reservoir, do not drive fur-

ther before topping up the brake fluid.

Volvo recommends that the reason for the

loss of brake fluid is investigated by an

authorised Volvo workshop.

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Filling

The fluid reservoir is located on the driver's side.

The fluid reservoir is protected under the

cover over the cold zone in the engine com-

partment. The round cover must be removed

first before the reservoir cap can be reached.

Turn and open the cover located on the

covering.
Unscrew the reservoir cap and fill the

fluid. The level must be between the MIN

and MAX marks, which are located on

the inside of the reservoir.

Do not forget to refit the cap.

Power steering fluid - level

The power steering fluid level must be

between the reservoir's MIN and MAX marks.

The fluid does not need to be changed.

steering fluid - grade (p. 422).

Keep the area around the power steering

fluid reservoir clean when checking. The

cover must not be opened.

Check the level frequently. The fluid does not

require changing. The level must be between

the MIN and MAX marks.
For recommended fluid grade, see Power

Volvo service programme (p. 355)

If a fault should arise in the power steering

system, or if the engine is switched off and

must be towed, then the car can still be

steered.

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Climate control system - fault tracing

and repair

The air conditioning system must only be

serviced and repaired by an authorised work-

shop.

Fault tracing and repair
The air conditioning system contains fluores-

cent tracing agents. Use ultraviolet light when

looking for leaks.
Volvo recommends that you contact an

authorised Volvo workshop.

WARNING

The air conditioning system contains pres-

surised refrigerant R134a. This system

must only be serviced and repaired by an

authorised workshop.

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Lamp replacement - general

Lamp replacement can be carried out for

bulbs. When replacing LED and Xenon lamps,

please refer to a workshop.

The bulbs are specified (p. 375). The follow-

ing list contains locations of bulbs and other

light sources that are specialised, such as
LED

lamps, or are unsuitable for changing

for some other reason, except at a work-
shop

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Active Xenon headlamps - ABL (Xenon

lamps)

•

Position/parking lamps front

•

Daytime running lights

•

Side direction indicators, door mirrors on

the V70

•

Approach lighting, door mirrors

•

Interior lighting

•

Position/parking lamps rear

•

Side marker lamps rear

•

Brake light

•

Reversing lamp

•

Rear fog lamp.

WARNING

On cars with Xenon headlamps, the

replacement of Xenon lamps must be car-

ried out at a workshop - an authorised

Volvo workshop is recommended. Working

with Xenon lamps demands extreme cau-

tion because the headlamp is equipped

with a high voltage unit.

WARNING

The car's electrical system must be in key

position 0 for bulb replacement; see Key

positions - functions at different levels

(p. 81).

Never touch the glass part of the bulbs

with your fingers. Grease from your fingers

is vaporised by the heat, coating the

reflector and then causing damage.

If an error message remains after the bro-

ken bulb has been replaced then we rec-

ommend that you visit an authorised Volvo

workshop.

LED (Light Emitting Diode)

An authorised Volvo workshop is recommended.

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Lamp replacement - headlamps (p. 370)

Outside lighting such as headlamps, fog

lamps and rear lamps may temporarily

have condensation on the inside of the

lens. This is normal, all exterior lighting is

designed to withstand this. Condensation

is normally vented out of the lamp housing

when the lamp has been switched on for a

time.

Related information

•

•

Lamp replacement - location of rear

lamps (p. 373)

•

Lamp replacement - vanity mirror lighting

(p. 374)

•

Lamp replacement - lighting in cargo area

(p. 374)

•

Lamp replacement - number plate lighting

(p. 373)

Lamp replacement - headlamps

All of the headlamp bulbs are replaced via the

engine compartment. First loosen and remove

the whole headlamp.

Removing the headlamp
Set the car's electrical system in key position

0, see Key positions - functions at different

levels (p. 81).

Pull out the headlamp's locking pins.

Pull the headlamp straight forward.

Lamp replacement - general (p. 369)

Do not pull the electrical cable, only the

connector.

G010325

Detach the headlamp connector by

pressing down the clip with your thumb.
At the same time, guide out the connec-

tor with your other hand.

5. Lift out the headlamp and place it on a

soft surface to avoid scratching the lens.

6. Replace the bulb in question.

Securing the headlamp
1. Plug in the connector, a clicking sound

should be heard.

2. Reinstall the headlamp and locking pins.

Check that they are firmly inserted.

3. Check the lighting.
The headlamp must be mounted and the con-

nector firmly connected before the lighting is

switched on or the remote control key is

inserted into the ignition switch.

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Related information

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Lamp replacement - cover for main/

dipped beam bulbs (p. 371)

•

Before starting to replace a bulb, see Lamp

Lamp replacement - cover for main/

dipped beam bulbs

Main/dipped beam bulbs are accessed by

releasing the headlamp's larger cover.

G021745

replacement - headlamps (p. 370).
1. Open the lock clamp by pressing up/out.
2. Press down the clips on the cover and

remove it.

Reinstall the cover in reverse order.

Related information

•

Lamp replacement - headlamps (p. 370)

•

Lamp replacement - dipped beam

(p. 371)

•

Lamp replacement - main beam (p. 372)

•

Lamp replacement - extra main beam

(p. 372)

Lamp replacement - dipped beam

The dipped beam bulb is fitted inside the

headlamp's larger cover.

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

G021746

1. Detach the headlamp (p. 370).
2. Remove the cover (p. 371).
3. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
4. Detach the bulb by pressing the holder

downwards.

5. Fit the new bulb in the socket and snap it

in. It can only be secured in one position.

Reinstall the parts in reverse order.

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Option/accessory, for more information, see Introduction.

Lamp replacement - main beam

The main beam bulb is fitted inside the head-

lamp's larger cover.

Applies to cars with halogen headlamps.

G021747

1. Detach the headlamp (p. 370).
2. Remove the cover (p. 371).
3. Detach the bulb by turning anticlockwise

and then pulling straight out.

4. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
5. Replace the bulb and align it in the socket

and turn clockwise in order to secure it. It

can only be secured in one position.

Reinstall the parts in reverse order.

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Lamp replacement - extra main beam

The extra main beam bulb is fitted inside the

headlamp's larger cover.

Applies to cars with Xenon headlamps*.

G021748

1. Detach the headlamp (p. 370).
2. Remove the cover (p. 371).
3. Detach the bulb by pressing the holder

downwards.

4. Unplug the connector from the bulb.
5. Fit the new bulb in the socket and snap it

in. It can only be secured in one position.

Reinstall the parts in reverse order.

Related information

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Lamp replacement - direction

indicators front

The direction indicator lamp is fitted inside

the headlamp's smaller cover.

G021750

1. Detach the headlamp (p. 370).
2. Remove the small round cover.
3. Pull the bulb holder in order to extract the

bulb.

4. Remove the blown bulb and fit a new

one. It can only be installed in one way.

5. Fit the bulb holder in the socket and

press until a clicking sound is heard.

6. Refit the cover. It must be fitted and

pressed in until a clicking sound is heard.

Reinstall the parts in reverse order.

Related information

•

Lamp replacement - location of rear

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Lamp replacement - rear lamp

Rear direction indicators are replaced from

inside the cargo area.

Lamp housing, rear

G017456

The direction indictor bulb in the rear lamp

cluster is replaced from inside the cargo area.
1. Open the panel.
2. Remove the insulation by pulling it

straight out.

3. Loosen the bulb holder by turning its han-

dle anticlockwise.

4. Detach the bulb by pulling it straight out.

Related information

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lamps (p. 373)

•

Lamp replacement - general (p. 369)

Lamp replacement - location of rear

lamps

The overview shows the location of the lamps

at the rear.

Position/parking lights (LED)

Brake light (LED)

Indicator (p. 373)

Side marker lamps (LED)

Reversing lamp (p. 373)

Fog lamp (p. 373)

Brake light (LED)

Related information

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Lamp replacement - number plate

lighting

The number plate lighting is located under the

tailgate handle.

G017458

1. Remove the screws with a screwdriver.
2. Carefully detach the whole lamp housing

and withdraw it.

3. Replace the bulb.
4. Refit the whole lamp housing and screw it

into place.

Related information

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Lamp replacement - lighting in cargo

area

The cargo area lighting is located in the tail-

gate.

G031942

1. Insert a screwdriver and gently prize so

that the lamp housing comes loose.

2. Replace the bulb.
3. Check that the bulb illuminates and press

back the lamp housing.

Related information

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Lamp replacement - vanity mirror

lighting

The vanity mirror's lamps are fitted inside the

lamp lenses.

Removal of lamp lens

1. Insert a screwdriver under the lamp lens

and gently prize up the lock lugs on the

edge.

2. Snap off the lamp lens.
3. Use needle-nose pliers to pull the bulb

straight out to the side and replace with a

new one. Note! - Do not pinch hard with

the pliers. Otherwise the lamp lens could

then be crushed.

Attaching the lamp lens
1. Refit the lamp lens.
2. Press it into place.

Related information

•

Lamp replacement - general (p. 369)

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Lamps - specifications

The specifications apply to bulbs. When

replacing LED and Xenon lamps, please refer

to a workshop.

Lighting

Type

Dipped beam, hal-

ogen

H7 LL

Main beam, Halo-

gen

Extra main beam,

ABL

H7 LL

Front direction

indicators

H21W LL

Side direction indi-

cators, door mir-
rors

WY5W LL

Glovebox lighting

Socket SV8.5

Length 43 mm

Vanity mirror light-

ing

T5 Socket

W2x4.6d

Cargo area lighting

Socket SV8.5

Length 43 mm

Lighting

Type

Number plate

lighting

C5W LL

Direction indica-

tors, rear

PY21W SV

Watt

Replacement of bulbs only on the XC70. The V70 is equip-

ped with LED lamps.

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Wiper blades

The wiper blades sweep water away from the

windscreen and rear window. Together with

the washer fluid they clean the windows and

ensure visibility for driving.
The windscreen wiper blades must be in serv-

ice position when they are to be replaced.

Service position

Wiper blades in service position.

In order to change, clean or lift the wiper

blades (for scraping off ice from the wind-

screen, for example) they must be in service

position.