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.
2011 Volvo S60FACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Quick Lookups: Fluids
| FLUID CAPACITIES | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluid Type | Application | Standard | Metric | Fluid Spec | Note | S/H | |
| Air Cond Compressor Oil | N/A | N/A | PAG 46 | See Underhood Decal. | S | ||
| Air Cond Refrigerant | 1.70 LBS. | 0.77 KG | R-134a | S | |||
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 5.80 QTS. | 5.48 L | Transmission Fluid BOT 341 | S | |||
| Brake Fluid | 0.63 QTS. | 0.59 L | DOT 4+ Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 9.40 QTS. | 8.89 L | 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant and water | S | |||
| Engine Oil | w/Filter | 7.18 QTS. | 6.79 L | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | Synthetic oils meeting SAE 0W-30 or 0W-40 and 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 and for prolonged driving in mountainous areas. | S | |
| Fuel Tank | 18.50 GALS. | 70.03 L | S | ||||
| Power Steering Fluid | 1.26 QTS. | 1.19 L | Power Steering Fluid (WSS M2C204 A2) or equivalent | S | |||
| Windshield Washer Fluid | 6.80 QTS. | 6.43 L | 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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