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1984 Volvo 245Oil Type & Capacity
OEM spec from the factory service manual for the GL, 2.3 88, Automatic variant.
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Oil Type
$SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands.
Capacity (w/ Filter)
4.00 QTS.
3.78 L
Variant
GL, 2.3 88, Automatic
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The oil spec is above. This opens the fluids section of the 1984 Volvo 245 GL, 2.3 88, Automatic factory book.
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- What type of oil does a 1984 Volvo 245 take?
- The 1984 Volvo 245 requires SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands.. The exact spec may vary slightly by engine variant — this page shows the OEM recommendation for the GL, 2.3 88, Automatic configuration.
- How much oil does a 1984 Volvo 245 need?
- The 1984 Volvo 245 takes 4.00 QTS. (3.78 L) of engine oil with the filter replaced.
- Can I use synthetic oil in my 1984 Volvo 245?
- Yes — synthetic oil that meets the SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands. specification is acceptable and often preferred for better protection and longer change intervals.
- What happens if I use the wrong oil in my 1984 Volvo 245?
- Using oil that does not meet the SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) Preferred. Oils with designation SF/CC & SF/CD comply with these demands. specification can reduce engine protection, increase wear, and potentially void warranty coverage. Always use oil that meets the OEM spec.