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.
2008 Volvo XC90 Base, FWDFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | 6.00 OZS. | 0.17 L | PAG 46 | S | |||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 3.2L Eng | Dual | 2.20 LBS. | 0.99 KG | R-134a | Includes: the optional rear Air Conditioning system. | S |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 3.2L Eng | Single | 1.40 LBS. | 0.63 KG | R-134a | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | JWS 3309 | Different types of oil should never be mixed. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | 0.63 QTS. | 0.59 L | DOT 4+ Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 3.2L Eng | 7.90 QTS. | 7.47 L | 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | 3.2L Eng | 7.70 QTS. | 7.28 L | ILSAC, GF-3, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | When temperatures exceed 86Deg.F (30Deg.C) VOLVO recommends SAE 5W-40 or 0W-40. Under normal use when temperatures DO NOT exceed 86Deg.F (30Deg.C), SAE 5W-30 will provide good fuel economy and engine protection. Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and complying with oil quality requirements are recommended for driving in areas of sustained temperatures extreme (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances, and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 21.00 GALS. | 79.49 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.10 QTS. | 1.04 L | VOLVO Synthetic Power Steering Fluid (Pentosin CHF 11 S) | Part No. 1161529 or equivalent. | S | ||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 6.90 QTS. | 6.52 L | Reservoir should be filled with water and solvent (winter time: windshield washer antifreeze). | S | |||
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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