SPECIFICATIONS
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Coolant — specifications
Prescribed grade: Ready-mixed coolant
approved by Volvo. If the coolant is concentra-
ted, mix it with 50% water
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. Consult a Volvo
retailer if unsure.
Only coolant approved by Volvo should be used
in order to prevent impairment of the cooling sys-
tem, engine problems, etc.
WARNING
Dangerous to swallow. May cause organ (kid-
ney) damage. The product contains ethylene
glycol, inhibitor, emetic, water, etc.
Related information
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Topping up coolant (p. 631)
Transmission fluid — specifications
Under normal driving conditions, the transmis-
sion fluid does not need to be changed during
its service life. However, it may be necessary in
adverse driving conditions.
Automatic gearbox
Prescribed transmission fluid:
AW1
Related information
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Type designations (p. 672)
Brake fluid — specifications
The medium in a hydraulic brake system is
called brake fluid, and it is used to transfer pres-
sure from e.g. a brake pedal via a master brake
cylinder to one or more slave cylinders, which in
turn act on a mechanical brake.
Prescribed grade: Volvo Original or equivalent
fluid compliant with a combination of Dot 4, 5.1
and ISO 4925 class 6.
NOTE
It is recommended that brake fluid is changed
or filled by an authorised Volvo workshop.
Related information
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Engine compartment overview (p. 628)
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Water quality must fulfil the standard STD 1285.1.
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