Volvo MD2020 Instruction Manual download pdf (Page 28)

Lubrication system

IMPORTANT! With a new or reconditioned engine, the oil and oil filters must be changed after 20–50 hours

of operation. After that they should be changed every 100 operating hours or at least once a year. Use only

the recommended grades of oil: See the chapter “Technical Data”.

Oil level. Checking and topping up

The oil level should be within the marked area on the

dipstick (1). It should be checked every day before

the engine is started. Topping up is done through the

valve cover (2). Top up oil slowly. Wait a few minutes

before checking the oil level again to give the oil time

to run down to the oil pan. Then check the level

again. Use only the recommended grades of oil: See

the chapter “Technical Data”.

IMPORTANT! Do not fill the oil above the MAX

level.

Oil and oil filters. Changing

Run the engine to operating temperature so that the

oil is easier to suck out. Stop the engine. Suck out the

oil using an oil drain pump through oil drain pipe (1).

WARNING! Hot oil and hot surfaces can cause

burns.

Unscrew the old filter. (To avoid oil spills put a plastic

bag over the filter before it is unscrewed). Check that

the engine mating surface is clean. Moisten the filter

rubber gasket with a little oil. Screw on the new filter

by hand until it is in contact with the mating surface.

And then a further half turn but no more!

Top up oil to correct level. Start the engine and let it

idle. Check that the warning lamp for low oil pressure

goes out. Stop the engine. Check the oil level and top

up if necessary. Check that there are no leaks round

the oil filter.

NOTE! Collect up the old oil and filter for deposit at a

proper disposal site.

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Volvo MD2020 Instruction Manual Page 28