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 XC90 V8FACTORY 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 | Front | 2.20 LBS. | 0.99 KG | R-134a | Includes: the optional rear Air Conditioning system. | S | |
| Air Cond Refrigerant | Rear | 2.90 LBS. | 1.31 KG | R-134a | Includes: the optional rear Air Conditioning system. | S | |
| Automatic Transmission Fluid | 7.40 QTS. | 7 L | JWS 3309 | The Transmission Oil DOES NOT normally need to be changed during the service life of the vehicle. However, it may be necessary to replace the oil if the vehicle is often driven in areas of sustained temperature extremes (hot or cold), when towing a trailer over long distances, prolonged driving in mountainous areas, or if the vehicle is often driven short distances in temperatures under 40Deg F. (5Deg. C). Different types of oil should never be mixed. | S | ||
| Brake Fluid | 0.63 QTS. | 0.59 L | DOT 4+ Brake Fluid | S | |||
| Engine Coolant | 4.4L Eng | 10.70 QTS. | 10.12 L | 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant and water | S | ||
| Engine Oil | V8,AWD | 7.10 QTS. | 6.71 L | ILSAC, GF-4, API - SL, or ACEA A1/B1, SAE 5W-30 | S | ||
| Fuel Tank | 21.10 GALS. | 79.87 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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