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Home Product Cross Reference Volvo 240 Series 1991 2.3L (4-cyl Engine Code [8] B230F 88)

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1991 Volvo 240 Series
2.3L 4-cyl Engine Code [8] 4-cyl Engine Code [8] B230F 88
114 bhp. @ 5400 rpm / Torque: 136 ft. lbs. @ 2750 rpm
2.3L - Inline 4-cyl (Gasoline)

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Product Cross Reference Guide: This product cross reference guide follows recommendations outlined in your owners manual and also reflects periodic service recommendation updates from the original equipment manufacturer for this particular model (1991 Volvo 240 Series with engine code [8]) show example...

For example, the manufacturer may have recommended 5W30 motor oil at the time of production (owners manual) & later revised the recommendation to 5W20. This guide will reflect latest recommendation by the manufacturer for this model. If there are no special instructions from the manufacturer, the owner can choose to follow either one of the recommendation without voiding warranty hide example.

Optional Equipment Listing This guide lists all available equipment options such as transmission options, differentials etc. for 1991 Volvo 240 Series with engine code [8] hide.
 Product Availability Listing This guide lists all available AMSOIL & substitute brand products that meet or exceed OEM (Volvo) recommendation for each equipment. Any one of the recommended product can be used. One may be better than the other, you can review product details & price or contact us to ask our opinion pertaining to your usage and preference hide.
 Operating Temperature Original equipment manufacturer (OEM) sometimes provide different product recommendations based on operating environment temperature for a given equipment. This product cross reference guide will list such recommendations based on OEM guidelines. Some OEM recommended viscosity pertaining to a specific temperature range may not be available from AMSOIL.

However, AMSOIL products recommended for another temperature range can be safely used because AMSOIL synthetic lubricants are engineered to provide exceptional performance for significantly broader temperature range when compared to conventional & or other brand synthetic oils. For more information on a lubricants cold temperature performance; please refer to "Pour Point" from "Technical Properties" table located at the bottom of each lubricant product page hide.
 Last Updated This product cross reference guide for 1991 Volvo 240 Series engine code [8] was last updated on 24th July 2018 hide.
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  1. Engine Oil

    Grade 1  »  SL
    Maximum Performance Signature Series 10W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil (ATMQT)
    Performance Plus XL 10W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil (XLTQT)
    Performance OE 10W-30 Synthetic Motor Oil (OETQT)
    -25 To 40C  »  10W-30
    Above -18C  »  15W-40
    Below 20C  »  5W-30

  2. Manual Transmission

    Manual Transmission, M47 (5-SPD)  »  GA

    All TEMPS  » 
    Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (ATFQT)
    OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (OTFQT)

    Manual Transmission, M47 (5-SPD)  »  FA

    All TEMPS  » 
    Synthetic Supershift Racing Transmission Fluid SAE 10W (ARTQT)

  3. Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission, AW70  »  AF3

    Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (ATFQT)
    OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (OTFQT)

  4. Rear Differential

    Limited Slip Differential, Rear Types 1035, 1045  »  GL-5*

    Above -10C  »  80W-90, 90 [1]
    SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube (AGLQT)
    Synthetic 75W90 Gear Lube (SVGPK)
    Severe Gear® 75W-110 (SVTQT)

    Standard Differential, Rear Types 1035, 1045  »  GL-5

    Below -10C  »  80W-90, 80W
    SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube (AGLQT)
    Synthetic 75W90 Gear Lube (SVGPK)
    Severe Gear® 75W-110 (SVTQT)

    Standard Differential, Rear Types 1035, 1045  »  GL-5

    Above -10C  »  80W-90, 90
    SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube (AGLQT)
    Synthetic 75W90 Gear Lube (SVGPK)
    Severe Gear® 75W-110 (SVTQT)

    Limited Slip Differential, Rear Types 1035, 1045  »  GL-5*

    Below -10C  »  80W-90, 80W [1]
    SAE 80W-90 Synthetic Gear Lube (AGLQT)
    Synthetic 75W90 Gear Lube (SVGPK)
    Severe Gear® 75W-110 (SVTQT)

  5. Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid  »  FA

    Synthetic Supershift Racing Transmission Fluid SAE 10W (ARTQT) [3]

  6. Brake Fluid

    Brake Fluid  »  HBH

    DOT 3 and 4 Brake Fluid (BFLVCN) [2]

  7. Lubricants & Fluids Comments  »  [*]

    [1] API GL-5 80W with Limited Slip additive, Volvo P/N 1161 619
    or equivalent GL-5 LS 80W meeting Volvo Std 1273, 11 which
    describes oil 97311.
    [2] Hydraulic Brake Fluid DOT 4, Volvo P/N 9437 433
    [3] Automatic Transmission Fluid, Type-F

  8. Capacities (Drive Train Fluids)

    Engine, with filter  »  3.8 liters [1]
    Cooling System, Initial Fill  »  8.5 liters
    Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant
    AMSOIL Antifreeze and Engine Coolant
    Automatic Transmission, AW70 Initial Fill  »  3.4 liters
    Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
    4 speed AW70  »  7.4 liters
    Manual Transmission, M47 (5-SPD)  »  1.5 liters
    Differential, Types 1035, 1045 Rear  »  1.4 liters
    ANTPC ANT
    Capacities Comments
    [1] After refill check oil level.

  9. Chassis Lubrication

    0 Fittings, 0 Plugs

  10. Torque Specifications

    Oil Drain Plug  »  44 ft/lbs

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  1. Filters: Oil, Air, Cabin, Fuel, Transmission, Hydraulic & Crankcase

    Oil Filter MANN Oil Filter (W92017)  
    Oil Filter WIX 51307 Oil Filter  
    Air Filter MANN Air Filter (C34831)  
    Air Filter WIX 46111 Air Filter  
    Fuel Filter MANN Fuel Filter (WK853)  
    Fuel Filter WIX 33279 Fuel Filter  
    Transmission Filter WIX 58945 Auto Tran Filter  

  2. Gasoline Engine Fuel Additives

    Dominator Octane Boost (AOB)
    AOB Dominator Octane Boost (AOB)

    Maximizes power and improves performance in all two-cycle and four-cycle gasoline engines. Reduces engine knock, improves ignition and engine response, helps fuel burn cleaner and inhibits corrosion. Recommended for off-road and racing use. Packag...

    Gasoline Stabilizer (AST)
    AST Gasoline Stabilizer (AST)

    AMSOIL Gasoline Stabilizer (AST) reduces the oxidation process that occurs when fuel is stored for extended periods, improving performance, extending equipment life and decreasing maintenance expenses. Package sizes include: 16-oz. Bottle ...

    P.I Performance Improver (API)
    API P.I Performance Improver (API)

    • Restores up to 14% horsepower 1 • Restores GDI fuel injectors to 100% flow rate after one tank of fuel 2 • Improves fuel economy • Reduces need for costly higher-octane fuel

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ATM 10W-30 Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil (ATM)

The Top Tier of AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil. AMSOIL Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil delivers extraordinary lubrication in all types of automotive gasoline engines. Engineered for enthusiasts seeking maximum protection and performance. Precision-f...
XLT 10W-30 Extended Life Synthetic Motor Oil (XLT)

• AMSOIL Extended-Life Synthetic Motor Oil has 37% more cleaning power 1 to help keep your engine running smoother, longer. • Protection Against LSPI • Save Time and Money with up to 20,000 Miles (32,000 km) Of Gu...
OET 10W-30 OE Series Synthetic Motor Oil (OET)

OE Synthetic Motor Oil is for mechanics and drivers seeking peace of mind protection and exceptional value in synthetic motor oil. It delivers 100 percent synthetic engine protection for advanced automotive technology, including turbochargers and dir...
ATF Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF

AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF is engineered to outperform conventional automatic transmission fluids and exceed the performance requirements of most North American, European and Asian vehicles. This sophisticated formulation pro...
OTF OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF

AMSOIL OE Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid provides passenger-car/light-truck transmissions excellent wear protection, sludge resistance and extreme-temperature performance throughout original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-recommended drain inte...
ART Super Shift Racing Transmission Fluid (ART)

AMSOIL Synthetic Super Shift® Racing Transmission Fluid is specifically formulated for automatic transmissions operating in high-horsepower and high-torque conditions. AMSOIL SuperShift contains top-quality additives selected specifically for ra...
AGL SEVERE GEAR 80W-90 (AGL)

A multi-functional lubricant designed to surpass the requirements of equipment and automotive applications calling for an SAE 80W-90 viscosity grade. Formulated with wax-free synthetic base oils and high-quality additives, AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR® res...
SVG 75W 90 Severe Gear® Extreme Pressure (SVG)

Formulated for the severe operating conditions of today’s pick-up trucks, SUVs, heavy equipment and other hard-working vehicles. AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR® Synthetic Extreme Pressure (EP) Lubricants are premium grade gear oils specifically engi...
SVT 75W-110 Severe Gear® Extreme Pressure (SVT)

AMSOIL SEVERE GEAR® Synthetic Extreme Pressure (EP) Lubricants are engineered for high-demand applications, including trailer towing, heavy hauling, 4X4 off-road driving, commercial use and racing. Protects gears and bearings from scoring and wea...
BFLV DOT 3 and 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid (BFLV)

*** This item is available for US customers only *** Brake fluid acts as a hydraulic fluid, transferring power and lubricating brake system components while also preventing corrosion. It must contend with extreme heat and the inevitable moi...
ANTPC Passenger Vehicle Antifreeze (ANTPC)

Ethylene Glycol 50/50 Pre-Mix Formulation AMSOIL Passenger Car/Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant provides superior heat transfer and excellent protection against corrosion, freezing and boilover. It provides maximum protection in extreme temper...
ANT Antifreeze and Engine Coolant (ANT)

AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant (ANT) is a low-toxicity propylene glycol antifreeze formulated to provide benefits far beyond those found in today's conventional antifreeze and coolant products. This revolutionary formulation provides maximum antifre...
mann oil filter MANN-FILTERS Oil Filters

Oil filters from MANN-FILTER purify oil of dirt and solid particles such as dust, abraded metal, carbon deposits and soot particles. The filter housing is pressure-resistant, protected against corrosion and features a long-life elastomer seal. Use Part Number drop down to select filter.

Maintenance Schedule as Provided by OEM Documentation

Distance:
5,000 miles (8,000 km)		 Action:
Check fluid level		 Item:
Brake master cylinder		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.02		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that stores brake fluid and hydraulically forces it through the brake lines to the brakes when the brake pedal is depressed.
Distance:
5,000 miles (8,000 km)		 Action:
Change		 Item:
Engine oil		 Interval in Month(s):
6		 Labor Units:
0.16		 Parts Units:
4.1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A substance that lubricates and cools the moving parts of the engine and reduces corrosion and the formation of rust.
Distance:
5,000 miles (8,000 km)		 Action:
Replace		 Item:
Oil filter		 Interval in Month(s):
6		 Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cartridge-filled canister placed in an engine's lubricating system to strain dirt and abrasive materials out of the oil.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Check fluid level		 Item:
Brake master cylinder		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.02		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that stores brake fluid and hydraulically forces it through the brake lines to the brakes when the brake pedal is depressed.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Check operation		 Item:
Lighting		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The vehicle's electrical illumination.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Brake lines, hoses & connections		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.02		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Tubes and their connections that carry brake fluid between the various components in a vehicle's brake system.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Brake pads		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.15		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: High-friction material attached to a metal backing plate.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Cooling system		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The system that stores and circulates coolant throughout (water cooled) engines to prevent overheating. Some vehicles have air-cooled engines in which high-speed airflow is sufficient to keep the engine cool.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Suspension		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The assemblage of joints, links and other components between a vehicle and its wheels. The suspension in concert with the wheels and tires is largely responsible for a given vehicle's ride and handling characteristics
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect/adjust		 Item:
Downshift cable		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.2		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A transmission cable connected to the throttle that shifts the transmission into a lower gear when the accelerator is depressed suddenly beyond a certain point.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect/adjust		 Item:
Parking brake		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.06		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect/adjust		 Item:
Throttle linkage		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A collection of mechanical connections between a vehicle's accelerator pedal and its throttle body or carburetor.
Distance:
10,000 miles (16,000 km)		 Action:
Adjust		 Item:
Shift linkage		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.3		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Any collection of mechanical connections between a vehicle's operating control(s) and its transmission.
Distance:
20,000 miles (32,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Battery		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.2		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A box containing lead plates filled with a water and acid mixture that stores electricity generated by the alternator. It is the source of power for parts of the car that operate on electricity.
Distance:
20,000 miles (32,000 km)		 Action:
Change		 Item:
Automatic transmission fluid		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.5		 Parts Units:
3.6		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used for lubricating and cooling an automatic transmission.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		 Action:
Adjust		 Item:
Valve clearance		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
1.2		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The maximum amount of space between a rocker arm or cam and the part it contacts to actuate a valve.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Drive belt tensioner		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.02		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A self-adjusting device used for maintaining proper tension on the drive belt.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		 Action:
Flush/replace		 Item:
Brake fluid		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.7		 Parts Units:
3		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		 Action:
Flush/replace		 Item:
Coolant		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.7		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		 Action:
Replace		 Item:
Air filter		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.2		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		 Action:
Replace		 Item:
Spark plugs		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.5		 Parts Units:
4		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
50,000 miles (80,000 km)		 Action:
Replace		 Item:
Timing belt		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
2		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A "toothed" belt that drives an overhead camshaft or camshafts (and in some vehicles a water pump).
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect/clean		 Item:
EGR Valve		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: An Exhaust Gas Recirculation device that redirects a small amount of exhaust to the engine intake in a effort to lower combustion temperature and reduce NOX (oxides or nitrogen) emissions.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)		 Action:
Inspect/clean		 Item:
PCV valve & hoses		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.2		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, an emissions related device that allows venting of combustion gases from the crankcase to the intake system rather than the atmosphere.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)		 Action:
Replace		 Item:
Fuel filter		 Interval in Month(s):
0		 Labor Units:
0.6		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine.

Service Bulletin as Provided by OEM & NHTSA

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