Diesel
Only use diesel fuel from well-known producers. Never use fuel of dubious quality. Diesel fuel must fulfil the EN 590, SS 155435 or JIS K 2204 standard. Diesel engines are sensitive to contaminants in the fuel, such as excessively high volumes of sulphur particles for example.
At low temperatures (lower than 0 °C) a paraffin precipitate may form in the diesel fuel, which may lead to ignition problems. The fuel qualities that are sold must be adapted for season and climate zone, but for extreme weather conditions, old fuel or moving between climate zones, paraffin precipitate may occur.
The risk of condensation in the fuel tank is reduced if the tank is kept well filled.
When refuelling, check that the area around the fuel filler pipe is clean. Avoid spilling fuel onto the paintwork. Wash off any spillage with detergent and water.
Important
Diesel fuel must:
- Meet the standards EN 590, SS 155435 or JIS K 2204
- have a sulphur content not exceeding 10 mg/kg
- have a maximum of 7 vol % FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester).
Important
Diesel type fuels that must not be used:
- Special additives
- Marine diesel fuel
- Heating oil
- FAME1 (Fatty Acid Methyl Ester) and vegetable oil.
These fuels do not fulfil the requirements in accordance with Volvo recommendations and generate increased wear and engine damage that is not covered by the Volvo warranty.