Drain off oil

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Fig 1: Draining Off Oil

Courtesy of VOLVO CARS OF NORTH AMERICA.

Undo the drain plug.

Allow some of the oil to drain out and reinstall the plug. Tighten to 40 Nm .

Check the level taking account of the temperature. See Conditions , Preparing to check the oil level and Move the gear selector through all positions. Wait in each position for approximately 3 seconds .

The oil can also be sucked out through the dipstick pipe using an oil suction syringe with a narrow gauge hose.

NOTE:

Strict cleanliness is important.