Do Volvos need synthetic oil?
Synthetic oil is recommended for recent Volvo models.
What happens if you mix oil brands?
MYTH: Switching motor oil brands is harmful to my engine. Switching brands is not harmful to your engine as long as you choose an oil marked with the API donut of the same level, e.g., API SN. Motor oil manufacturers must meet minimum industry standards for performance and compatibility of the API mark.
What kind of oil do you put in a Volvo?
OIL PERFORMANCE QUALITY & ENGINE COMPARTMENT LABELS Recommended oil: Castrol GTX 10W-40 Volvo Essential Service Oil This oil approved only up to model year 1998 Diesel engines Recommended oil: Castrol GTX Magnatec 10W-40 TYPE OF ENGINE Petrol and diesel engines 4 cyl. Recommended oils: Castrol GTX Magnatec 5W-30 Castrol SLX R-Tec 0W-30
What kind of oil do you use in a 1997 Volvo Penta?
The Volvo Service Manual for 1997 “LK” Models ( which are both of ours) specifies SAE 30W oils that meet General Motors Standard GM-6094-M for operation above 32′ F. It also says the use of multi-viscosity oils (such as 10W-30) is not recommended.
Which is the best oil for a S60 R?
Other petrol engines S60 R and V70 R Recommended oils: Castrol GTX Magnatec 5W-30 Castrol SLX R-Tec 0W-30 Diesel engines D5 only Recommended oil: Castrol Formula SLX LongTec 0W-30 TYPE OF ENGINE Petrol engines 5 cyl., New 6 cyl., V8 18,000mile service interval only Recommended oil: Castrol SLX R-Tec 0W-30 MODEL SERIES RECOMMENDED OILS
What kind of oil is in a Castrol S40?
Castrol GTX Magnatec 5W-30 Castrol SLX R-Tec 0W-30 Diesel engines D5 only Recommended oil: Castrol Formula SLX LongTec 0W-30 TYPE OF ENGINE Petrol engines 5 cyl., New 6 cyl., V8 18,000mile service interval only Recommended oil: Castrol SLX R-Tec 0W-30 MODEL SERIES RECOMMENDED OILS ACEA A1/B1* ACEA A1/B1* 2004 on Model Year NEW S40 NEW V50