How to measure the oil level of Volvo S60?
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Park the vehicle on a level surface, turn off the engine, and let it sit for 15 minutes. First, pull out the dipstick, wipe it clean, and then slowly reinsert it, ensuring that the dipstick reaches the bottom of the oil pan. If the oil level is below the minimum mark, you need to add the appropriate amount of oil.
I've driven a Volvo S60 for seven years and know all about checking the oil. First, park the car on level ground and turn off the engine, then wait 5 minutes to let the oil flow back into the oil pan—otherwise, the reading won't be accurate. Open the hood and locate the dipstick with the orange pull ring, pull it out, wipe it completely clean with a non-woven cloth, and then fully reinsert it. Pull it out a second time to check the oil mark: if the oil level is between the MIN and MAX lines, it's normal; if it's below MIN, add oil immediately. The newer models with electronic displays are even more convenient—just press the left scroll wheel on the steering wheel to enter the vehicle information menu and select 'Oil Level' to automatically display a bar graph, with green indicating sufficient oil. Note that checking when the engine is cold gives the most accurate reading, and never check on a slope—any oil level measured while the car is tilted is unreliable.
My friend just bought a Volvo S60, and I taught him how to check the engine oil last week. The key is to find a level spot, turn off the engine, and wait for the temperature to drop before operating. For older models, the yellow-ringed pull handle on the right side of the engine is the dipstick—pull it out and reinsert it twice to check the oil film level. Newer models don’t have a physical dipstick; instead, you can access the electronic oil level by navigating to the My Car system on the central display and scrolling down to the maintenance page. If the reading is below the normal range, remember to top it up with 0W-20 grade oil, but be careful not to exceed the maximum fill line. I always check after every service—if the car isn’t level, the reading can be off by half a centimeter, so a level surface is absolutely crucial.
