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2. Reinsert the dipstick, pull it out, and check the oil level.
3. Add oil if necessary. If the level is close to the MIN mark, add approximately 1 US quart (1 liter) of
oil.
4. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
5. Switch off the engine and wait for at least 10-15 minutes and recheck the oil level. If necessary, add
oil until the level is near the MAX mark.
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.
● Always add oil of the same type and viscosity as already used.
● Never fill oil above the MAX mark. This could cause an increase in oil consumption.
R-models
R-models are equipped with an oil level warning system. If the engine oil level becomes too low, the
warning light in the instrument panel will come on and a warning will be displayed in the text window.
If the yellow warning light in the instrument panel comes on and the text OIL LEVEL LOW/FILL
OIL is displayed, stop safely as soon as possible and add 1 qt (1 liter) of oil. Check the oil level with the
dipstick before restarting the engine.
If the red warning light in the instrument panel comes on and the text OIL LEVEL LOW/STOP
SAFELY-->STOP ENGINE-->SEE MANUAL is displayed, stop safely as soon as possible and add
oil (not more than 1.6 qts (1.5 liters). Check the oil level with the dipstick before restarting the engine. If
no oil level is visible on the dipstick, do not start the engine. Have the car towed to an authorized Volvo
workshop.
WARNING!
Do not allow oil to spill onto or come into contact with hot exhaust pipe
surfaces.
pg. 161 Power steering/Brake fluid reservoirs
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