1993 Volvo 960 Oil Type & Capacity

The 1993 Volvo 960 takes 10W-30 motor oil — 5.9 quarts with a filter change, per the factory service manual.

Factory-spec answer

10W-305.9 quarts with filter

Oil capacity by engine

EngineOil Type (viscosity)Capacity w/ FilterCapacity w/o FilterNotes
4D Sedan, AW30-40 — 2.9L EngAPI - SG/CD, SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F)5.90 QTS.5.50 QTS.
4D Sedan, AW30-43 — 2.9L EngAPI - SG/CD, SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F)5.90 QTS.5.50 QTS.
4D Wagon, AW30-40 — 2.9L EngAPI - SG/CD, SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F)5.90 QTS.5.50 QTS.
4D Wagon, AW30-43 — 2.9L EngAPI - SG/CD, SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F)5.90 QTS.5.50 QTS.

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More specs & repair guides for your 960

1993 Volvo 960 factory service manualAll fluid capacities (transmission, coolant, brakes)

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Coolant capacity

10.5 quarts (9.93 L) — 50/50 mixture of VOLVO Antifreeze/Coolant and water

Frequently asked questions

What type of oil does a 1993 Volvo 960 take?

The 1993 Volvo 960 takes 10W-30 motor oil (API - SG/CD, SAE 10W-30 (-4Deg.F to Above 104Deg.F)), per the factory service manual.

How much oil does a 1993 Volvo 960 take?

The 1993 Volvo 960 holds 5.9 quarts with a filter change, or 5.5 quarts without changing the filter.

Can I use synthetic oil in my 1993 Volvo 960?

Yes. 10W-30 is widely available as a full synthetic, and synthetic is safe (often recommended) for the 1993 Volvo 960. What matters most is matching the factory viscosity and specification, then changing the oil and filter on schedule.

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