Minimum octane


Typical pump octane label
Volvo recommends premium fuel for best performance, but using 87 octane1 or above will not affect engine reliability.
Volvo engines are designed to achieve rated horsepower, torque, and fuel economy performance using premium 91 octane fuel.
See also:
Brake pad inspection
On vehicles equipped with a jack, the condition
of the brake pads can be checked by raising
the vehicle (see page 190 for information
about using the jack and removing a wheel)
and performing a vi ...
Improving tire economy
• Maintain correct tire pressure. See the tire
inflation table on page 291.
• Drive smoothly: avoid fast starts, hard
braking and tire screeching.
• Tire wear increases with speed.
• Correct fr ...
Windshield wipers/washers
Windshield wipers and washers
1 Rain sensor* on/off
2 Thumb wheel sensitivity/frequency
CAUTION
• Use ample washer fluid when washing
the windshield. The windshield should
be thoroughly wet ...
