Volvo 1997 850 Car Stereo System User Manual


 
1997 Volvo 850
Do not use oils with other viscosity ratings. The use of incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life.
Volvo recommends the use of energy-conserving oils. Look for the API label. Synthetic oils 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 or for a prolonged driving in mountainous areas.
Extra oil additives must not be used unless advised by an authorized Volvo retailer.
NOTE: SAE 15W-40 is should only be used in extreme operating conditions such as trailer towing in
sustained ambient temperatures over 104° F (40° C). However, SAE 10W-30 synthetic oil would be a
better alternative in such conditions.
SAE 15W-40 should not be used under normal operating conditions.
Changing oil and oil filter
Oil and oil filter changes should be made as specified in the following table:
If driving conditions include:
Then the correct oil/oil filter change interval
is:
Extended periods of idling and/or low-speed
operation
Frequent short trips less than 7 miles 11 km
Extended periods of driving in dusty and/or sandy
areas
Trailer towing
Driving in mountainous areas
EVERY
5,000 miles= 8,000 km
OR EVERY 6 MONTHS,
WHICHEVER COMES FIRST
Primarily highway driving
Frequent trips of longer than 7 miles = 11 km
EVERY
10,000 miles = 16,000 km
5,000 miles= 8,000 km *
OR EVERY 12 MONTHS,
WHICH EVER COMES FIRST
* Turbo-charged models
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