Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
1992 Volvo 940 GL, AW70LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 2.68 LBS. | 1.21 KG | R-12 | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 2.3L Eng | 7.90 QTS. | 7.47 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid DEXRON IID | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | 2.3L Eng | 0.66 QTS. | 0.62 L | DOT 4 or DOT 4+ Brake Fluid | S | ||
| Differential Gear Oil | 2.3L Eng | 1.70 QTS. | 1.6 L | API - GL-5, SAE 90W or 80W-90 (MiL-L-2105 B or C) | S | ||
| Engine Coolant | 2.3L Eng | 10.00 QTS. | 9.46 L | 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 2.3L Eng | w/Filter | 4.00 QTS. | 3.78 L | API - SG/CD, SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) | S | |
| Engine Oil | 2.3L Eng | w/Oil Cooler | 4.70 QTS. | 4.44 L | API - SG/CD, SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F) | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 2.3L Eng | 15.80 GALS. | 59.8 L | S | |||
| Power Steering Fluid | 2.3L Eng | 0.70 QTS. | 0.66 L | Automatic Transmission Fluid Type F | S | ||
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.