Volvo B10M User Manual

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Change engine oil
Modern, low-emission engines put great demands on the en-
gine oil. Oil complying with VDS-2 is recommended.
Oil change intervals
Every 3 months. The max. mileage specified below must not
be exceeded, however.
If oil change intervals exceed 30,000 km, the ”Long life” full-
flow filter, part no. 478736, must be used.
Using oil complying with VDS-2 (Volvo Drain Specification 2):
– Urban and suburban traffic ............... max 25 000 km
– Interurban traffic ................................ max 35,000 km
– Long distance and tourist .................. max 45,000 km
Example: VDS-2 SAE 15W/40, Volvo part number 1161976
(208 litres), 1161975 (20 litres).
Using oil complying with VDS (Volvo Drain Specification):
– Urban and suburban traffic ............... max 20,000 km
– Interurban traffic ................................ max 30,000 km
– Long distance and tourist .................. max 40,000 km
Using oil with specification API CE, CF, CF-4, CG-4 or ACEA
E1-96, E2-96, E3-96:
– Urban and suburban traffic ............... max 15,000 km
– Interurban traffic ................................ max 20,000 km
– Long distance and tourist .................. max 20,000 km
If the limit of max. 0.5 weight percent content of sulphur in the
fuel in exceeded, the specified mileages must be halved.
Drain the oil immediately after driving while it flows easily.
Service and Maintenance
Hot oil can cause burn injuries.
Oil filter
Draining engine oil
(+ a plug in the bottom of the oil reservoir, see text)
Engine
Warning!

Volvo B10M Specifications

General

Chassis	Volvo B10M
Width	2.5 meters
Engine	Volvo THD100 series (TD100, TD101, TD102, TD103)
Production Years	1978-2003
Transmission	ZF, Voith
Configuration	Rear-engined
Suspension	Air suspension