Volvo 850glt Manuale Utente

1993 Volvo 850 GLT

Do not use oils with other viscosity ratings. The use of incorrect viscosity oil can shorten engine life. 
Volvo recommends the use of energy-conserving oils. Look for the API label. Synthetic oils complying 
with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperature extremes 
(hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances or for a prolonged driving in mountainous areas.  
Volvo does not recommend additional oil additives, as they can adversely affect the engine.  
SAE 15W/40 is recommended for use in driving conditions that raise oil temperature and increase oil 
consumption (i.e., mountain driving; trailer towing). 

NOTE: SAE 15W-40 must not be used at low ambient temperatures; see viscosity chart. 

Changing oil and oil filter 

Oil and oil filter changes should be made as specified in the following table: 

 

If driving conditions include: 

Then the correct oil/oil filter change interval 
is: 

●     

Extended period of idling and/or low speed 

operation 

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Frequent short trips (less than 7 miles = 11 km) 

●     

Extended periods of driving in dusty and/or sandy 

areas 

●     

Trailer towing 

●     

Driving in mountainous areas 

EVERY 6 MONTHS  
OR EVERY  
5,000 miles= 8,000 KM  
WHICHEVER COMES FIRST 

●     

Primarily highway driving  

●     

Frequent trips of longer than 7 miles = 11 km  

●     

Normal driving 

EVERY 12 MONTHS  
OR EVERY  
10,000 miles = 16,000 KM  
WHICHEVER COMES FIRST 

 Volvo recommends the use of oils with the American Petroleum Institute (API) label. This 

label certifies the oil conforms to the applicable standards and specifications of the API. 

 

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