Volvo 960 User Manual
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1996 Volvo 960
Do not use "kick-down" during the first 1,200 miles (2,000 km).
NOTE - ENGINE OIL:
Although some oil consumption during normal engine operation, more oil is consumed when the engine
is new as the internal parts generate higher friction while wearing-in to each other. From the time the
engine is new until the first service is performed, the oil consumption could be higher than normal. For
this reason, it is especially important to check the oil every time you refuel your car during this period.
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In general, the rate of oil consumption depends on such factors as: engine temperature, length of trip,
driving conditions, oil viscosity and quality, engine speed and acceleration/deceleration.
Checking your engine oil level each time the car is refuelled is one of the most important items you can
perform to help keep your car in good running order.
Deposit control gasoline
Volvo recommends the use of gasoline containing deposit control additives. These additives have shown
to be efficient in keeping injectors and intake valves clean. Consistent use of deposit control gasolines
will help ensure good driveability and fuel economy. If you are not sure whether the gasoline contains
deposit control additives, check with the service station operator.
NOTE: Do not add additives yourself to the gasoline, unless you are recommended to do so by an
authorized Volvo retailer.
pg. 4:3 Fuel requirements, Refueling
Unleaded Fuel
Each Volvo has a three-way catalytic converter and must use only unleaded gasoline. U.S. and Canadian
regulations require that pumps delivering unleaded gasoline be labeled "UNLEADED". Only these
pumps have nozzles which fit your car's filler inlet. It is unlawful to dispense leaded fuel into a vehicle
labeled "unleaded gasoline only". Leaded gasoline damages the three-way catalytic converter and the
heated oxygen sensor system. Repeated use of leaded gasoline will lessen the effectiveness of the
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