Volvo D13 User Manual

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Section 01: ENGINE 
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symbol should be used. Lubricants meeting API standards have provided maximum engine life when 
used together with the recommended oil and oil filter change intervals. 
EO-O Premium Plus (or VDS-4) diesel engine oil is mandatory for use in all 2007 emission compliant 
Volvo engines. Chassis equipped with a 2007 emission compliant engine, which can be identified by the 
presence of a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF), also require the use of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel (ULSD) fuel. 
EO-O Premium Plus oils exceed the new API service category CJ-4. 
 
CAUTION 
DO NOT add extra oil additives. Additives such as break-in oils, top oils, graphitizers, and friction-
reducing liquids are not necessary and can harm the engine. 
1.3.3  Oil Change Intervals 
The length of time an engine can operate before an oil change depends on the quality oil used, the type 
of fuel used, fuel consumption, engine oil consumption, vehicle application, level of dust in the air, and 
fuel consumption. The change intervals given in this manual are maximum intervals. If the vehicle is 
operating in heavy-duty operation, dusty or off-road conditions, etc., reduce the intervals for more 
frequent oil changes. 
NOTE 
Use the information in the table below to determine the operating condition and usage applicable to your 
vehicle.
 
 
Engine Operating Condition 
Medium 
Heavy 
Severe 
Total Fuel Consumption (mpg) 
More than 6 
More than 4.7 
More than 3.7 
Total Fuel Consumption (L/100 KM) 
Less than 39 
Less than 50 
Less than 64 
Engine Oil and Filter Change 
Interval, miles (km) – 41 U.S. quarts (39L) 
Oil capacity 
35,000 (55 000) 
25,000 (40 000) 
15,000 (24 000) 
NOTE: If idle time is greater than 25%, use the next lower drain interval.