Checking and filling engine oil
The engine oil level is monitored by an electronic oil level sensor.
It may be necessary to top up engine oil between regularly scheduled services.
No action is necessary with regard to engine oil level until a message appears in the instrument panel.
Warning
If this symbol is shown together with the message Engine oil level Service required, visit a workshop – an authorized Volvo workshop is recommended. The oil level may be too high.
Important
If this symbol is shown together with a message about low oil level, for example Engine oil level low Refill 1 liter, fill only with the indicated volume, e.g. 1 liter (1 quart).
Warning
Do not spill oil on the hot exhaust pipes as this could cause a fire.
Viewing oil level in the center display
The oil level can be viewed using the electronic oil level gauge in the center display once the vehicle has been started. The oil level should be checked regularly.
Open the Car status app from App view in the center display.
Tap Status to display the oil level.
Note
The system cannot directly detect changes when the oil is filled or drained. The vehicle must have been driven approximately 30 km (20 miles) and have been stationary 5 minutes on a level surface and with the engine off before the correct oil level will be displayed.
Note
If the conditions for measuring oil level are not properly fulfilled (time after engine shutdown, vehicle inclination, ambient temperature, etc.) the message No value available will be shown in the center display. This does not mean that anything is wrong in the vehicle systems.