2008 Volvo V70 Owner's Manual - Page 207

The appearance of the engine compartment may vary depending on engine model. Coolant expansion tank Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Radiator Filler cap for engine oil Cover over brake fluid reservoir Battery Relay and fuse box Washer fluid reservoir Air cleaner WARNING The cooling fan may start or continue to operate (for up to 6 minutes) after the engine has been switched off. WARNING The ignition should always be completely switched off before performing any operations in the engine compartment. The distributor ignition system operates at very high voltages. Special safety precautions must be followed to prevent injury. Always turn the ignition off when: Replacing distributor ignition components e.g. plugs, coil, etc. Do not touch any part of the distributor ignition system while the engine is running. This may result in unintended movements and body injury. 224 06 Maintenance and specifications Engine oil Checking the engine 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. See page 276 for oil specifications. Refer to the Warranty and Service Records Information booklet for information on the oil change intervals. Volvo recommends Castrol oil products. CAUTION Not checking the oil level regularly can result in serious engine damage if the oil level becomes too low. Oil that is lower than the specified quality can damage the engine.