Volvo 265 Specifications download pdf (Page 54)

1978 Volvo 264 265

A oil dipstick

B oil filler hole

Checking engine oil level

The oil level should be checked each time the fuel tank is refilled. Be sure the oil level is

maintained between the upper and lower marks on the dipstick. Low oil level can cause internal

damage to the engine and overfilling can result in high oil consumption. The distance between the

dipstick marks represents 2 quarts of oil.

To add oil or change oil

Add oil of the same kind as already used.

Capacity 6.8 US qts /5.7 Imp. qts. incl. filter

Oil type: API Service SE classification.

Viscosity:

All year round SAE 10W-40, SAE 10W-30

Above +14°F (-10°C) SAE 20W-50

Replace: Between the first 600-1,200 and every 7,500 miles (or at least twice a year).

At temperatures below 0°F, multigrade oil SAE 5W-20 or SAE 5W-30 is recommended. However,

this oil should not be used when the temperature is continuously above 32°F.

Driving under adverse conditions such as high ambient temperatures, trailer hauling, hill climbing,

driving long distances at high speeds, extended periods of idling, low speed operation or short trip

operation at freezing temperatures may require oil and filter changes more frequently (every third

month).

Drain the oil after driving while it is still hot.

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