Drain Off Oil

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Volvo C70, 2001 Volvo C70, 2000 Volvo C70, 1999 Volvo C70, and 1998 Volvo C70. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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 temperature. See Checking oil level .

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.