2006 Volvo S60 Owner's Manual - Page 102
2006 Volvo S60 Manual
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Operation in temperate climates Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. Under normal use when temperatures do not exceed 86° F (30° C), SAE 5W/30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection. See the viscosity chart. Extreme engine operation Synthetic oils meeting SAE 10W/30 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. American Petroleum Institute (API) symbol American Petroleum Institute (API) symbol The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts: The upper section describes the oilÕs performance level. The center identifies the oilÕs viscosity. The lower section indicates whether the oil has demonstrated energy-conserving properties in a standard test in comparison to a reference oil. pg. 143 Maintenance and service Oils and fluids (Contd) Changing engine oil and oil filter See the previous page for oil specifications and page 168 for oil volumes. Refer to the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for information on the oil change intervals. NOTE: Volvo does not recommend the use of oil additives. Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal maintenance intervals except at owner request and at additional charge. Please consult your Volvo retailer. Checking and adding oil The oil level should be checked every time the vehicle is refueled. This is especially important during the period up to the first scheduled maintenance service. The car should be parked on a level surface when the oil is checked.