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1979 Volvo 242 244 245

Viscosity: SAE 90

Replace: at 600-1,200 mile (1,000-2,000 km) service only.

The oil level should be up to the filler plug (A).

Drain rear axle oil through drain plug (B).

When the temperature is steadily below 15° F (-10° C), use API GL-5 SAE 80W/90 oil.

Cars equipped with limited slip differentials should use oils with proper additives.

Power steering

Capacity: 0.8 US qts = 0.75 liters/0.7 Imp. qts.

Fluid type: ATF

Replace: no fluid change required.

The level should be between MAX and MIN marks.

Check fluid level with engine idling and after driving while the fluid is still hot. Wipe the reservoir

clean.

Brake fluid

Fluid type: DOT 4

Replace: every third year or 45,000 miles (75,000 km).

Check, without removing the cap, that the level is above the "MIN" mark of the fluid reservoirs.

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