Volvo 240 Automobile User Manual


 
1987 Volvo 240
Rear axle oil
Capacity: 1.7 US qts - 1.6 liters
Oil type: API GL-5 (MIL-L-2105 B or C)
Viscosity: SAE 90 or 80W/90
Replace: at 600-1,200 mile (1,000-2,000 km) service only.
The oil level should be up to the filler plug (A).
Drain rear axle oil through drain plug (B).
When the temperature is consistently below 15° F (-10° C), use API GL-5 SAE 80/90 W oil.
Cars equipped with limited slip differentials should use oils with proper additives.
Power steering fluid
Capacity: 0.8 US qts = 0.75 liters.
Fluid type: ATF
Replace: no fluid change required.
The dipstick is attached to the cap. Fluid level should be between MIN and MAX marks. Add fluid
when the level is at the ADD mark
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