2011 Volvo S40 Owner's Manual - Page 274

11 Specifications Fuel, oils, and fluids NOTE The transmission oil does not normally need to be changed during the service life of the vehicle. However, it may be necessary to replace the oil if the vehicle is often driven in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances, for prolonged driving in mountainous areas, or if the vehicle is often driven short distances in temperatures under 40 °F (5 °C). NOTE Synthetic oil is not used when the oil is changed at the normal service intervals. This oil is only used at customer request, at additional charge. Please consult a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. ing a trailer over long distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. American Petroleum Institute (API) symbol 11 Oil viscosity Incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life under normal use. SAE 5W-30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection. See the viscosity chart. Oil specifications Engine oil must meet the minimum ILSAC specification GF-4, API SL, or ACEA A1/B1. Lower quality oils may not offer the same fuel economy, engine performance, or engine protection. Volume: 6.1 US qts (5.8 liters). Volume between the MIN and MAX marks on the dipstick: approximately 1.4 US qts (1.3 liters). The API Service Symbol "donut" is divided into three parts: • The upper section describes the oil's performance level. Depending on your driving habits, premium or synthetic oils may provide superior fuel economy and engine protection. Consult your Volvo retailer or a trained and qualified Volvo service technician for recommendations on premium or synthetic oils. Oil additives must not be used. G023491 Volvo recommends Castrol. Viscosity chart • The center identifies the oil's viscosity. • The lower section indicates whether the oil has demonstrated energy-conserving properties in a standard test in comparison to a reference oil. Extreme engine operation Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when tow- 274 G022917